Sermons on Baptized Into Him:

Looking At Jesus

Contributed by Mark Opperman on May 6, 2015

When people can see Jesus for who He really is, they will be drawn to Him and can experience life transformation as they respond to Him.

Looking at Jesus Intro: Hebrews 12:2 “…looking to Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross.” There are numerous places in Scripture where people look at Jesus. Even though the Bible indicates there would be nothing ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Abraham's Prayer: A Prayer For The City Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 21, 2015

If you want God to answer your prayer listen to Him first; then ask for things in accordance with his character and with a humble confidence in Him

In the movie, Bruce Almighty, Bruce (Jim Carey) is a reporter who made a fool of himself on national television, lost his job, was attacked on the street, and had an emotional blow-up with his girlfriend, Grace (Jennifer Aniston). With his world falling apart, Bruce takes a midnight ride to clear ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:16-33

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Righteousness Of Life! Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 18, 2015

PROPOSITION: Because Christ is the new covenant, you must surrender to Him and walk with Him in order to live the ‘righteousness of life”.

The Righteousness of Life! 2 Kings 23 Scripture Introduction: Please turn to 2 Kings 23. Have you ever seen a teenager or some young person (bus kid) come out of a home full of evil (sin) and goes on to be something for God? This is what is happening in this passage. A bright and shiny star ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Judah, His Failures And His Future Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jul 29, 2022

Judah was the fourth son of Jacob and Leah. He failed, several times, but God forgave him and gave him a future to be proud of.

Introduction: Each of Jacob’s twelve sons was different from the others. That goes without saying, as any parent of more than one child will probably agree! Judah was the fourth son of Jacob and Leah and his name is related to the Hebrew word for “praise (Gen. 29:35)”. Some of his deeds might have ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:25-28, Genesis 43:1-10, Genesis 49:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

Have You Seen The Lord?

Contributed by Dennis Fox on Apr 5, 2023

Would you recognize Christ if you saw him? Christ walked with two of the Disciples and they didn't even recognize him.

Have You Seen the Lord? John {20:11} But Mary stood without at the sepulchre weeping: and as she wept, she stooped down, [and looked] into the sepulchre, {20:12} And seeth two angels in white sitting, the one at the head, and the other at the feet, where the body of Jesus had lain. {20:13} And ...read more

Scripture: John 20:11-18, Deuteronomy 4:29, John 4:35, Isaiah 52:2, Daniel 7:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Jesus The Messiah Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 13, 2024

Jesus Christ is the messiah. No one is going to come after him. Why are you waiting. Look at him. He is the source of all blessings.

Text: Matthew 1:18-25 Theme: Jesus the Messiah   Greetings: I wish you all a Merry Christmas.   Joke: Two men were discussing after their Christmas gift to their wives: First Man: ‘My wife warned me that if I got her another senseless gift this Christmas, she would burn it.’ I brought a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

Set Sail For Adventure Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 11, 2025

Remember, when the storms in your life rock your boat, Jesus is Lord over your storms. Cling to Him and trust Him.

SET SAIL FOR ADVENTURE Text: Acts 27:1-12 Introduction 1. Soon, Tina and I will be embarking on our 12th cruise. That’s an amazing thing for me to say, because it took Tina twenty-five years to talk me into it. The reason…I saw the movie Titanic too many times! In fact, on our first cruise I got a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

A Day In Your Courts

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 20, 2025

Longing for God’s presence leads us through dry valleys into joy—one day with Him outweighs a thousand without Him.

Introduction — The Pearl of the Psalms Charles Spurgeon called Psalm 84 “the pearl of the Psalms.” It shimmers with longing, with beauty, with joy too deep for words. It’s a psalm for pilgrims — those who are on their way home, hearts stretched toward the presence of God. Listen again to its ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-14, John 1:14, 2 Corinthians 4:17-18, Revelation 21:3

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

When You Are Scared Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 15, 2023

You do not have to run scared through dark dangerous valleys, because Jesus is with you. Walk with Him and stay close to Him.

“The Lord is my Shepherd; I shall not want … Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me” (Psalm 23:1, 4). A. WHEN YOU ARE SACRED 1. What scares you? a. Physical hurt. b. Emotional ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1, Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Baptist

Leaving Heaven

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 25, 2024

To think of Jesus in such a light seems almost irreverent. There’s something about keeping Him divine that keeps Him distant and predictable.

Summary: God in all of His wisdom hid the real date of His Son’s birthday and even His physical attributes ... “She will bring a Son to birth, and when she does, you, Joseph, will name Him Jesus--'God saves'--because He will save His people from their sins." (Msg.) v.22-23 “All of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dedicated Son Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 24, 2025

What made Samuel such a great man for God? What made him so influential that God even saw him as equal to Moses?

Two days after Pearl Harbor, a man named Bob Feller enlisted in the US Navy and served with distinction in the Pacific against the Japanese. But it wasn’t in the navy that Bob Feller became famous. Bob attained fame as a pitcher for the Cleveland Indians, and for 18 seasons he struck out some of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love Unlimited PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Explores the personal encounter with Jesus in John 4:1-30, emphasizing the importance of recognizing Him as our Savior and responding to Him with faith.

Good morning, brothers and sisters, Today we're diving into the heart of John 4:1-30, a passage that deals with our personal contact with Jesus, recognizing Him as our Savior, and responding to Him in faith. In the words of C.S. Lewis, "I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-30

Topics: Contact With Jesus

When You're Weary, But Still Walking PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2025

When we feel exhausted and overwhelmed, God invites us to trust Him, wait on Him, and receive renewed strength for each day.

Some of us walked in today with a quiet question humming beneath the surface: How much longer can I keep this up? The calendar is crowded, the to-do list grows fangs, and sleep feels like a stranger. Parents, professionals, students, caregivers—such faithful folks—yet even you can feel thin at the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Topics: Strength, Endurance, Hope

Fully Committed Discipleship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 17, 2025

The sermon urges us to personally confess Jesus as the Christ, surrendering all to Him, and finding true life and identity in wholehearted allegiance to Him.

There are questions that settle the soul. They steady the heart in a world of headlines and hurry. One question rises above the noise like a bell in a storm. Jesus asks it with gentle authority and unshakable kindness: “Who do you say that I am?” We carry many names on our backs—titles, labels, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-20

Topics: Discipleship, Commitment

The Kingdom Of God - Seeing The Bigger Picture

Contributed by William Akehurst on Feb 28, 2015

Today is “Sanctity of Life Sunday” Anti-abortion day comes a day before Civil Rights Day/Human Rights day/Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday. Save the unborn? How about, SAVE THE "UNBORN CHILDREN OF GOD"!

2014.01.18.SERMON.the KINGDOM OF GOD William Akehurst, HSWC “Seeing the bigger picture” Today is “Sanctity of Life Sunday” Anti-abortion day to some. It comes a day before Civil Rights Day/Human Rights day/Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday which is Monday. There is a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational