Sermons on Approaching Jesus:

Following Jesus: Mark 2 Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Dec 19, 2022

Part 2 of 16: In this series, we follow Jesus chapter-by-chapter through the Gospel of Mark. This is Mark 2.

Following Jesus (2) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 1/8/2017 If you were with us last week, you know we began a sixteen-week journey that will take us through the deserts of Palestine, along the shores of Lake Galilee and the Jordan River, and into the cities of Nazareth, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Knowing Jesus The Purpose Of Revival

Contributed by Ian Johnson on May 21, 2004

The ultimate revival is the Revelation of Jesus Christ in all His fullness. The book of Revelation starts “The Revelation of Jesus Christ” this sums it all up. The whole purpose of our life is relationship with Jesus Christ to Know Him and to be known.

KNOWING JESUS: THE PURPOSE OF REVIVAL Pastor Ian Johnson Papatoetoe Elim Church May 2004. Daniel 11:32 32 And such as do wickedly against the covenant shall he corrupt by flatteries: but the people that do know their God shall be strong and do exploits. Kjv Luke 24:31 And their eyes were opened, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:32, Revelation 1:9-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Sends Out The 12

Contributed by Dale Miller on Jul 15, 2005

This sermon deals with the sending out of the 12 disciples.

MUB JULY 10, 2005 MARK 6;7-13 Calling the Twelve to him, he sent them out two by two and gave them authority over evil spirits. 8These were his instructions: "Take nothing for the journey except a staff—no bread, no bag, no money in your belts. 9Wear sandals but not an extra tunic. 10Whenever you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blessed Assurance Jesus Is Mine

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Jun 10, 2007

This outline deals with the wonderful assurance that comes with knowing the Lord as Saviour. Not only the assurance of Salvation, but much more.

BLESSED ASSURANCE, JESUS IS MINE II Timothy 1:12 I am not ashamed, for I know, and am acquainted with Him Whom I have believed, trusted in and relied on, and I am positively persuaded that He is able to guard and keep that which has been entrusted to me and which I have committed to Him until ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Out Front In 2008 Series

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Jan 8, 2008

If we are going to be successful in 2008 we must allow God’s Word to commingle with our faith and affect the way we live and perceive life.

Jesus out Front in 2008 As we step into 2008 … Where are we in God’s prophetic time table? What is God doing in the earth today? What is God saying to us as a church? Great danger of our day- things are always going to go on as they have been forever. Luke 17:26-27 26 "And just as it happened in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:2

Denomination: Charismatic

Gone Fishing - The Jesus Way

Contributed by Howard Gunter on May 4, 2019

Jesus gives explicit instructions even to experienced fishermen.

Weekend Message/Devotion May 4, 2019 Gone Fishing – The Jesus Way John 21:1-19 Sermon Prayer: “Heavenly Father, I stand before Your people, to deliver Your message. Though the words are mine and I prepared this message, I pray that this message is Your message in its entirety. I pray your ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Confident That We Are His!

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Aug 26, 2018

Through Jesus Christ we approach God with confidence, trusting 100% in His merits and righteousness and none of our own. Jesus reveals the Father heart of God to us, and we're called to pursue God in holiness and love.

August 26, 2018 Sermon - 1 John 5:13-21 - “Confident That We are His!”. For much of my adolescence and young adulthood I struggled with how I felt about myself, with confidence. Or should I say a lack of confidence. I thought I just didn’t measure up, didn’t have much to offer, barely warranted ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Does God Fit In? Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Dec 1, 2011

As we approach Christmas we need to keep asking, "Where does God fit ion?"

“Questions of Christmas: Where Does God Fit In?” Ps. 80; Mk. 13:32-37 One Christmas season a schoolteacher in England supervised the construction of a manger scene in a corner of her classroom. Her pupils were delighted to set up the model barn and cover the floor with real straw and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 80:1-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Communion Symbols PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

This sermon explores the profound spiritual significance of the Lord's Supper, encouraging believers to approach it with reverence and gratitude.

Welcome, beloved family of God. It's a blessing to gather together once again. Today, we're going to turn our focus to 1 Corinthians 11, a passage that speaks of the Lord's Supper. This sacrament, this sacred act, is one that we, as believers, participate in regularly. But do we truly understand ...read more

Topics: Communion

Studies In Revelation Chapter 1 Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 12, 2011

This is a study of chapter 1 in the book of Revelation. This is a controversial subject but takes a conservative approach to understanding the book.

Note: I used many sources to study this book, one of my favorites is Revelation: God’s Word for the Biblically-Inept by Daymond Duck and some out of different study bibles. Title: Revelation 1 Theme: Introduction and theme of the book Chapter(s) 1: 'The things which thou hast seen 2-3: ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-20

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus’ Daughter - Mark 5:21-34 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 2, 2023

Jesus stops in a long delay to draw attention to what happened, and to call this woman “daughter” to teach everyone that the intensity of emotion Jairus had for his daughter is the same way Jesus feels about this despised, unclean woman who trusts him.

Mark 5:21 When Jesus had again crossed over by boat to the other side of the lake, a large crowd gathered around him while he was by the lake. 22 One of the synagogue rulers, named Jairus, came. Seeing Jesus, he fell at his feet 23 and pleaded earnestly with him, "My little daughter is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-34, Matthew 9:18-26, Luke 8:40-56

It Is Refreshing To See The Zeal Of Jesus

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 20, 2003

how Jesus cleansed the temple and paved the way for our salvation

March 23, 2003 John 2:13-22 When it was almost time for the Jewish Passover, Jesus went up to Jerusalem. 14 In the temple courts he found men selling cattle, sheep and doves, and others sitting at tables exchanging money. 15 So he made a whip out of cords, and drove all from the temple area, ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus’ Bad Sabbath Habits Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 24, 2012

This text presents what the sabbath is about.

Sabbath Conflict Our text today covers two stories, both of which focus on the matter of Sabbath-keeping. So, let’s take a moment to understand the place of the Sabbath in Jewish culture. That the Sabbath must be observed was not a matter of debate among the Jews. The observance was grounded in ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Is A King Like No Other.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 28, 2021

'Jesus is a king like no other' - Matthew chapter 21 verses 1-11 by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). This King is a different kind of king (vs 1-9). (2). This King knows who He was and who He is (vs 10-11). (3). This King came as part of a master strategy (vs 4-5). (4). This king demands your response (vs 5) SERMON BODY: Ill: • A story is told of an ancient king out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Brethren

Studies In Revelation: Church Of Laodicea Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 12, 2011

This is a study of the church of Laodicea in the book of Revelation. This is a controversial subject but takes a conservative approach to understanding the book.

Note: I used many sources to study this book, one of my favorites is Revelation: God’s Word for the Biblically-Inept by Daymond Duck and some out of different study bibles. Title: The Church of Laodicea: The City of Compromise Theme: To see why Jesus had no commendation for the church and what we ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Church Of God