Sermons on Bearing A Cross:

Learning From Esther

Contributed by Dr. Keion Parrish on Jun 9, 2007

Learning from Esther

Sermon Esther 4:16 Learning from Esther Introduction: We learn here that the author of Esther is unknown. Some think possibly Mordecai (9:29). Some have suggested Ezra or Nehemiah because of the similarity of the writing style. Esther was written for the purpose to demonstrate God’s sovereignty ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Unbelievable Gospel

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Apr 9, 2002

This sermon deals with the Gospel of Jesus Christ and how the world chooses to disbelieve it simply because it is so simple.

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1— 10 Title: “The Unbelievable Gospel” Introduction: Isaiah begins this portion of Scripture with the words, “Who hath believed our report?” From the time of Isaiah until now people have looked upon this prophetic idea of a suffering Messiah as something “INCREDIBLE.” Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You A White Washed Christian Or Are You Covered By The Blood Of Jesus?

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Sep 23, 2002

This sermon is meant for any one that might be struggling with their salvation and is on the edge of being a hypocrite!

(Sermon By: Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks of Lyons, Georgia) PRAYER: My Father, God above. Thank You for Your eternal love. Thank You for my personal relationship with You and for Your will as it will be done in my life. Thank You God for the Prayer of Serenity which is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:27-28, Matthew 24:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Counting The Cost

Contributed by David Johnston on Jul 25, 2007

A great "back to school" message for youth. You ever take a trip without figuring out how much gas it’s going to take you? Of course not. Then why don’t we count the cost for serving God?

Counting the Cost Luke 14:27-30 27 And whosoever doth not bear his cross, and come after me, cannot be my disciple. 28 For which of you, intending to build a tower, sitteth not down first, and counteth the cost, whether he have sufficient to finish it? 29 Lest haply, after he hath laid the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:27-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Second Mile Servant

Contributed by Daniel Austin on May 10, 2010

Jesus went to the grave and back for us, as followers of Him we are expected, and should be willing, to go the extra mile for His sake.

A Second Mile Servant 05/31/09 Text: Matthew 5:38-48 Introduction “If someone forces you to go one mile…” This concept came out of old Persia and refers to the authority given by the king to those sent to do his bidding. If a courier or soldier needed assistance in fulfilling the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Connections: The Believer, Church, Holy Spirit And Great Commission Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 9, 2011

If we want to be in the center of God's plan for us, we must seek Him individually and we must be in deep connection with an individual church that is faithful to the Word.

Connections: The Believer, Church, Holy Spirit and Great Commission (Acts 12:24-13:3) Transitions can be hard to make; we have recently transitioned to an empty nest, the lost of dear family members, and a host of other adjustments based upon changes in our society, as you also have had to do. We ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Seek The Lord As Saviour Now, Or Face Him As Judge Later

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 16, 2008

Hear the servant-Messiah speak

Isaiah 61:1,2 (Cornhill Gobbet, 9/12/03) Context "Isaiah is like a miniature Bible. The first 39 chapters are filled with judgement upon immoral and idolatrous men. Judah has sinned; the surrounding nations have sinned; the whole earth has sinned. Judgement must come, for God cannot allow such ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Look, But God's Looking At You!

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jul 8, 2012

God sees us for who we really are!

1 Samuel 16:7-But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not look at his appearance or at his physical stature, because I have refused him. For the Lord does not see as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.” Guy Henry tells this story…This ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:7

Denomination: Baptist

An Interview To Change Life

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Nov 9, 2000

Nicodemus was confused because his thinking was earth-bound but Jesus offered him eternal life through a spiritual rebirth if he would believe in Christ’s self-offering on the Cross.

A LIFE CHANGING INTERVIEW The text, John 3:16 is a biblical classic: "God so loved the world that he gave his one and only son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." It’s probably the most loved and quoted verse in Scripture. Rev Sandy Millar, Rector of Holy ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

In God We Trust!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jun 3, 2018

If it would not have been, but for the cross of Calvary. America, would not be what it is today! It is only because of the pursuit of a relationship with Jesus, we ever achieved any freedom, or freedoms that we enjoy today.

Illustration, The Government already has! By Scott Chambers The Lord spoke to Noah and said, “Noah in six months I am going to make it rain until the whole world is covered with water and all the evil things are destroyed. But, I want to save a few good people and two of every living thing on the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-6, Genesis 41:38-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Follow Jesus, Or Follow The World

Contributed by Craig Condon on Nov 4, 2015

The focus of our discipleship is on our relationship to Jesus. To be worthy of Christ we are to put him first in all family relations. To be worthy of Christ we are to take up our cross and identify with him.

An elderly woman had just returned to her home from an evening of church services when she was startled by an intruder. She caught the man in the act of robbing her home of its valuables and yelled, “Stop! Acts 2:38 (Repent and be baptized, in the name of Jesus Christ so that your sins may be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-39

Denomination: Anglican

El Significado Cristiano De La Cruz

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Feb 24, 2008

La Pascua es con mucho el acontecimiento más importante en la vida de Cristo, ya que Él vino para morir para los pecados de la humanidad, ser sepultado y resucitar al tercer día por nuestra Salvación.

El Significado Cristiano de la Cruz. Romanos 3: 26-31 El Ejército de Salvación Mayor Gerardo Balmori La Pascua es con mucho el acontecimiento más importante en la vida de Cristo, ya que Él vino para morir para los pecados de la humanidad, ser sepultado y resucitar al tercer día por nuestra ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:26-31

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Impact Of Four Nails Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Apr 6, 2009

Four nails forever changed how God ministers to a lost and dying world. As Jesus’ earthly ministry closed, each nail driven into the cross beckons us to take up where He left off.

Sermon Notes “The Impact of Four Nails” Matthew 27:27-50 Introduction: Matthew 27 tells of the culmination of God’s love and mercy. On that day, no one ever loved so much, sacrificed more, or accomplished such a great task. What happened on a hill outside the city of Jerusalem forever changed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Warning Against Those Who Serve Their Own Desires Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 22, 2019

This is as severe a condemnation as you can find of those who confess to be Christians. They claim to be Christians, yet they contradict their profession by their lives.

Date: 3/17/19 Lesson #26 Title: A Warning Against Those Who Serve Their Own Desires • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” are shown as endnotes. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Scripture (Philippians 3:18-19, NIV) 18For, as I have often told you before and now ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

God's Super Love For Us Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 16, 2020

1. God's love is undeserved. 2. God's love is unmatched. 3. God's love is unending.

God's Super Love for Us The Book of Romans Romans 5:6-11 - (Reading vs. 1-11) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 22, 2016 (Revised November 16, 2020) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Romans 5. In the first 3 chapters of this book, God's Word clearly established ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Baptist