Sermons on Ascension Of Christ:

In Christ Alone: "A Credible Witness"

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Sep 27, 2016

When a witness has no bias or ulterior motive and is truthful, then he can be considered a 'credible witness'.

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, October 13, 2013 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter IN CHRIST ALONE: “A Credible Witness” [Part Two] John 1:19-28 Last August, I received a jury summons and was selected as a potential juror in a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Life Change - The Power Of Christ In Me Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Oct 6, 2016

The Gospel changes our lives.

The following story reminds us that the gospel has the power to change lives. It is from an interview with Jim Cymbala, pastor of the Brooklyn Tabernacle. “Down and Out on Easter Morning” David Ruffin was one of the thousands of homeless men in NYC. Left his home in Greensboro NC ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

John 14:6 - The Singularity Of Christ

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Oct 26, 2016

This sermon was preached as a prelude to baptism. Jesus left absolutely no doubt that He was, is and always will be the only way to the Father in spite of the rising tide of public opinion.

=John 14:1-9 – please open your Bibles to the Gospel of John chapter 14. Of course we know that Gospel actually means “Good News!” John 14:6-7 was our memory scripture this past July, August, September Because we are baptizing Christopher today I thought it would be a good idea ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

Christ’s Principle Of Love Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 27, 2016

No subject is more important than the subject of human relationships except perhaps that of our relationship to God.

I. Introduction A. The newly-married husband came home from the office to find his young wife in floods of tears. "Darling, whatever is the matter?" he asked. "Sweetheart," she sobbed, "the most terrible thing has happened! I cooked my very first Beef Bourguignon for you, and I got it out of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Baptist

Gather Up All Things In Christ Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 28, 2016

We generate history, not by politics and war, but by service to the poor and helpless.

Thursday of the 30th Week in Course 2016 Joy of the Gospel Every time we turn a page in the New Testament, we are–if we are sensitive–struck by how counter-intuitive the Christian message is. Consider St. Paul’s life. He was, by his own account, a super-Jew. He observed every ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:3-8

Denomination: Catholic

The Gospel Of Jesus Christ To The Church At Colossae Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Nov 1, 2016

The gospel message ofJesus Christ is the essence of teaching by those of the early Church. The question is, How do we respond to that Gospel message? The Church at Colossae received it, sent it out, and found it to be the Power of God.

THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST TO THE CHURCH AT COLOSSAE Colossians 1:3-14 Here is a link to an MP3 recording of this sermon: http://chirb.it/bqxyKD INTRODUCTION: 1.) I have decided to continue with where i had left off last week and to preach a series of messages from the book of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Would You Like To Win Christ

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 1, 2016

Win the big one win with Jesus.

WOULD YOU LIKE TO WIN CHRIST Philippians 3: 11 If by any means I might attain unto the resurrection of the dead. 12 Not as though I had already attained, either were already perfect: but I follow after, if that I may apprehend that for which also I am apprehended of Christ ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Who And Why: Our Identity In Christ

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016

A look at who we are in Christ

Who and Why: Our identity in Christ - -1 Peter 2:9-12 - 3/22/15 Turn with me this morning to the end of your bibles, to the book of 1 Peter.  It’s the 7th book from the end, so if you can find Revelation, the last book, turn to the left a few pages until you find 1 Peter.  We’ll be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let Others See Christ In You

Contributed by Catherine Dixon on Mar 1, 2017

The world is watching you. In your role, as the “light”, people around you will not slip and fall, or make mistakes that will make them regret bitterly. Even if they do slip, they will recognize their mistake and seek God's solution.

Let others see Christ in You Our text is from Matthew 5 verses 15 and 16 (Common English Bible). “Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a basket. Instead, they put it on top of a lamp-stand, and it shines on all who are in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:15-16

Lessons From The Donkey Christ Rode

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Apr 8, 2017

This sermon reminds us that no one is unimportant to God.

Introduction: Let's consider how Christ used a donkey en route to Calvary. I. The Donkey was Prophetic. Prophets spoke of him II. The Donkey was Picked Out. Only he was to fill that role. III. The Donkey was Prepared. He was there that day for that reason IV. The Donkey was Purposeful. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-34

Denomination: Baptist

If Christ Is Not Risen From The Dead, Then What?

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Apr 24, 2017

What if the Resurrection of Jesus had not occurred? Have you thought of the consequences and what the Christian faith would be like? Quote: “Christmas is the promise, and Easter is the proof.” But that proof Is called into question by skeptics.

BUT IF CHRIST IS NOT RISEN FROM THE DEAD, THEN WHAT? 1 Corinthians 15:1 Moreover, brethren, I declare to you the gospel which I preached to you, which also you received and in which you stand, 2 by which also you are saved, if you hold fast that word which I preached to you - unless you believed in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-22

Denomination: Charismatic

Christ's Many Names Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 25, 2017

What must we do with God's name?

A. WHY LEARN CHRIST’S MANY NAMES? 1. As the basis of our salvation. “There is no other name under Heaven given among men by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12). 2. For more effective worship. “Hallowed (Holy) be Thy name” (Matt. 6:9). “Holy and reverend is his name” (Ps. 111:9, KJV). 3. To ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

Serving As Good Soldiers Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 9, 2021

Thankfully Jesus lives, and we are his people. There is no one else.

Recently I went to see the movie Darkest Hour with my dad at the theaters. A stunning film, and for Christmas this year I got a DVD copy of Dunkirk. Both of these stories revolve around the decisions and speeches of the great leader Winston Churchill during the dark days of World War II. A few ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:34-40

Denomination: Salvation Army

Jesus Christ: The Messiah, Not A Meal Ticket Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Mar 14, 2021

When Jesus fed the five thousand, as recorded in all four gospels, He demonstrated what He taught about God being the Provider of our needs (Matthew 6:25-34). Most of the crowd, however, wanted food, not faith.

The Lord Jesus never taught anything about the nature and character of God the Father that He Himself did not demonstrate or model before either His disciples or the people who followed and listened to Him. When we first read of this miracle, mentioned in all four gospels, we see the Divine ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21, Mark 6:30-44, Luke 9:10-17, John 6:1-14, John 6:22-40  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

A Fresh Look At The Church Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Russell Metcalfe on Mar 18, 2021

What sort of Church are we? What sort of church can we be, and become?

March 29, 1992 Mark 8:27-38 [The Relationship of Faith to Faithfulness] [27] Jesus and his disciples went on to the villages around Caesarea Philippi. On the way he asked them, "Who do people say I am?" They replied, "Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Nazarene