Sermons on Body Ministry:

Jesus Friend Of Sinners Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 8, 2001

exposition on Matt ch 9

JESUS, FRIEND OF SINNERS Matthew 9 v. 1 - 17 Notice :- 1 The Compassion He showed v. 1 - 8 we see:- (a) The man’s condition v. 2" he was sick of the palsy" or paralysed (b) The helpers conviction v. 2 "Jesus seeing their faith" i.e.These friends had :- a living faith, an active faith, v. 2 "they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-17

Denomination: Holiness

The Master's Credentials Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 8, 2001

exposition on Matt ch 11

THE MASTER’S CREDENTIALS Matthew 11 1. The Revelation of His credentials v. 1 "He departed to teach and to preach." Was Jesus really the Messiah? in ch 11 we see the:- The messenger of the Messiah v. 1 - 19 i.e. the miracles of the Messiah v. 20 - 30 , the message of the Messiah ch 12 v. 1 - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:1-30

Denomination: Holiness

Bartimaeus Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Apr 29, 2003

This is the first in a 5-part series I did on witnesses to the life and ministry of Christ. Each message was prefaced with a dramatic monologue.

MONOLOGUE (Holding dirty coat in hands; speaks as if to a person who has brought him the old coat) Man, where’d you find this thing? C’mon, where’d you get it? I never thought I’d see this old thing again! You think I’ve got a use for it now? Man, it’s old and ratty and dirty; I don’t know ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Evangelical Free

I Am The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 14, 2003

What did Jesus mean when he said: "I am the Bread of Life?"

18-05-03 Stody Jn 6:25-40 Can any one remember what the theme of this year’s Family Services is? Answer: The “I am” statements of Jesus. And today’s I am statement of Jesus is: “I am the Bread of Life.” Bread in Jesus’ day was the staple diet of those on ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-40, 1 John 6:25-40

Denomination: Anglican

Pursuing The Good Of Others Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Oct 31, 2002

consequences of what happens when we model ourselves after Jesus in seeking the good of others.

Note: This sermon was introduced with scenes 12 & 13 of "Traveling Light" Jesus pursued the good of other people. He did it in his healings; he did it in his teachings. Jesus poured his life into the lives of others. Ultimately Jesus pursued our good by dying in our place, taking upon himself the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

3 Things That Make Jesus Cry

Contributed by Michael Kell on Mar 27, 2001

Overview of the 3 times Jesus cried in Scripture. Purpose: Encouragement & Challenge Weak or Unsaved

3 things that make Jesus cry Chronologically: 1.John 11:32-37 When everybody else around was weeping so was he John 11:4- knew that it would turn out for God’s Glory Cause of Jesus’ weeping: To see other people hurting, weeping We see other suffering and we empathize Jesus feels what we feel. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-44, John 11:32

Denomination: Baptist

Caught In The Act

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

All of us have been caught in the act. Jesus extends us mercy and grace.

Caught In The Act John 8:1-11 Today we are going to look at the account of the woman caught in adultery. Like many of us, she was caught in the act. No excuses, no lies, caught red-handed. To begin with let’s take a look at the background of this account. First of all Jesus was teaching. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

‘victory Over The World'

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Jul 19, 2001

Now in this chapter He talks about the “Saved” relationship to the world (v-2), the “Spirit” relationship to the wold (v-8), and the “Saviour” relationship to the world (v-33).

‘VICTORY OVER THE WORLD’ John 16:1-11, 33 It now almost midnight in Jerusalem, a time when most were in bed, but not Jesus and disciples. They were still making their way to the the garden of Olivet where Jesus would be betrayed by Judas and then be put on trail and crucified. Jesus knowing His ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Etudes Jean 5/10-18

Contributed by Créteur Fabien on Mar 30, 2006

Un homme avait été guéri d’une maladie qui, humainement parlant, était incurable. Nous pourrions nous attendre à ce que ceci soit une occasion de joie universelle et de reconnaissance ;mais certains ont rencontré les affaires entières avec des regards mor

Un homme avait été guéri d’une maladie qui, humainement parlant, était incurable. Nous pourrions nous attendre à ce que ceci soit une occasion de joie universelle et de reconnaissance ;mais certains ont rencontré les affaires entières avec des regards mornes et noirs. L’homme qui avait été guéri ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Loving The Unlovely Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 27, 2005

Looking at how we should treat unlovely people

Our attitude to the Unlovely – Luke 5:27-32 Gladstone Baptist Church – 19/9/04 “It was a beautiful Sunday morning and people were filling the church to its fullest capacity. As they filed in, each were given a bulletin filled with announcements, a sermon outline, etc. At the end of the line ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

Be Righteous, Not Self-Righteous

Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 15, 2006

Jesus with humor tells us to watch out for the plank in our own eyes before removing the speck in our brother’s eye.

Be Righteous Not Self-Righteous Matthew 7:1-6 When you watch American Idol, do you sit there and criticize the singing ability of people who have made it to the finals, when you have never sung anywhere but in your shower with only God and the dog having to listen to you? Men, do you criticize ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Holiness

Our Perfect Example

Contributed by Bryan Dill on Nov 26, 2006

Jesus Christ is perfect in so many ways. Peter explains to us how He is the only example we should follow.

A couple with especially irregular church attendance had been asked by their preacher to host a visiting minister for lunch. The couple obliged and put together a very special meal for the guest preacher. When they all sat down to eat, their little boy, who was accustomed to diving right in, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:20-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When You're Hot And When You're Not

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 1, 2006

Let’s consider what was wrong with the Pharisees in order to find out what is sometimes wrong with us or what is lacking in our devotion to the Lord.

INTRO.- Who’s hot and who’s not? It all depends on your viewpoint and what kind of TV news you watch. But if you have been watching the TV news at all you will get a glimpse of who’s hot and who’s not in the world of entertainment. Emmitt Smith of “Dancing with the Stars” fame is hot and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Preciousness Of Our Lord

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 15, 2008

Jesus is Precious in His Person, Provision, and Promises.

I. He is Precious in His Person A. His Precious Name - Stone - One of His names - vs. 4, 6 1. It is a Special Name - No name above it. 2. It is a Saving Name - Ac 4:12 B. His Precious Worth -vs.7 II. He is Precious in His ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Behold Jesus, The Lamb Of God Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 20, 2007

Charles Spurgeon said: “It is the preacher’s principle business… to cry, “Behold the lamb of God.” For this reason was John (the Baptist) born and came into the world… his chief errand was to herald the Messiah, the Son of God.

BEHOLD JESUS, THE LAMB OF GOD OPENING TEXT: “Again, the next day, John stood with two of his disciples. And looking at Jesus as He walked, he said, "Behold the Lamb of God!" The two disciples heard him speak, and they followed Jesus.” (John 1:35-37). QUOTE: Charles Spurgeon, The Prince of ...read more

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