Sermons on Caesarea Philippi:

I, Too, Must Die!

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Mar 10, 2017

In this Scripture Jesus confirms that He IS the Christ, the He must die and that He will rise again. Also in this Scripture we see that we must believe Jesus is the Christ, that we must die and be raised; raised to eternal life or eternal death.

Mark 8:27-38 (Please open your Bibles so you can read along) Today we will start following Jesus down the road to the cross and then finally to the resurrection. This, of course, is not something we speak about only at this time of year. This great act of mercy and salvation is the pivotal event ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Nazarene

(Everybody Need To Know Who Jesus Is)

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Nov 28, 2017

WE ARE LIVING IN A DAY AND TIME WHERE EVERYBODY NEED TO KNOW WHO JESUS IS AND IF IT`S EVER BEEN A TIME WHEN THE CHURCH NEEDS TO BE ABOUT OUR FATHERS BUSSINESS

Matthew 16:13-18 (KJV) When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say that I the Son of man am? [14] And they said, Some say that thou art John the Baptist: some, Elias; and others, Jeremias, or one of the prophets. [15] He saith unto ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Who Do You Say I Am Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 24, 2009

Saying that Jesus is our Lord and Savior demands that we back up our words with actions.

Matthew 16: 13-20 “Who Do You Say I Am” INTRODUCTION During the past four weeks, we have been attempting to pose questions rather than provide answers. It is helpful at times to ask ourselves hard questions. They help us get our bearings and make sure that we are headed along the path that we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Who Is Jesus To You?

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 13, 2010

The most important question is life is: Who is Jesus to You?

Intro. There are many questions in life. Some are of small importance. Things like, “What do I want to eat for breakfast” or “what will I wear.” But some are extremely important: What are you going to do in life? “Will you marry me?” “What will the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Jesus Poll Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 1, 2004

This is the 1st sermon in the series "Jesus’ Church".

Series: Jesus¡¦ Church [#1] THE JESUS POLL Matthew 16:13-18 Introduction: I am so glad that the elections are over. I must have received over a 100 phone calls, emails, and letters concerning my vote. Before the election, there were all sorts of polls taken to try to determine who was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Mushrooms Or Maple Trees? Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 11, 2007

Sermon #1 of the series on discipleship (from Mark 8 and 9) addresses the importance of beginning with a Born-again experience.

Mushrooms or Maple Trees: Spiritual Growth as God Intended Sermon #1 Sermon Objective: Being a Christ-follower requires an accurate (albeit maybe not always complete) understanding of Jesus Christ’s person and ministry. INTRO Mushrooms and Maple Trees; they are strikingly different aren’t they? ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-33

Denomination: Nazarene

This Could Be The Start Of Something Big: Look Around Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jan 19, 2010

Did you know that Jesus is a bricklayer? He is the best bricklayer ever! And has chosen never to work alone; he wants your help!

Look Around I Peter 2:4-10 1 Peter 2:4-10 4 As you come to him, the living Stone-- rejected by men but chosen by God and precious to him-- 5 you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-10

Denomination: Church Of God

The Feeding Of The Five Thousand

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 25, 2020

There is more to this miracle than is commonly preached

Jesus Feeds the Five Thousand Matthew 14:13-21; Mark 6:31-44; Luke 9:11-17; John 6:1-15 The account of The Feeding of the 5,000 is found in all four Gospels. The Holy Spirit inspired the writers to record them. Whereas the basic facts are quite similar, there are some differences as well in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21, Mark 6:31-44, Luke 9:11-17, John 6:1-15, Mark 6:30-34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

On This Rock

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 23, 2017

Matthew 16:13-20 What does this passage actually say and not say to us?

Prelude, Purpose, Plan Protestants, Orthodox and Catholics largely agree on perhaps 95% of the most important teachings of Christianity. Why do we drift from the message that Jesus taught into partisanship and graceless rivalry? For instance, how do we deal with the claim by Rome of exclusive ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Being The Church

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Aug 13, 2024

Importance, purpose and structure of the Church

Title of today’s message: Being the church Today’s message is centered around the key passage found in Matthew 16:13-18. You may want to turn there, as we’ll get there in a minute or so. We are going to consider three amazing facts today: Importance, purpose, and structure of the church and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18, Ephesians 4:16

Paul's Prayer For Philippi Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Apr 20, 2016

To discuss Paul's prayer for Philippi. This should be our prayer for this congregation in all earnest and sincerity. That it abound in love and grace; approve of things that are excellent; and abide blamelessly until the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. That they abound more in love 2. That they approve things excellent 3. That they abide without offense E. Remarks. 1. The apostle Paul held a great regard for the Philippians church. While in prison he prayed for them. His prayer was one of concern and the love of a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Is My Pandemic Identity (Twenty-First Sunday In Ordinary Time)

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 16, 2020

During the lockdown we have realised how many are real friends, how many are fake friends, how many have called us often enquiring about our families, health, jobs, and how many were really cared and supported in their difficulties and pains during this pandemic, COVID-19.

Jesus is my Pandemic Identity (Twenty-First Sunday in Ordinary Time) Isaiah 22:19-23, Romans 11:33-36, Matthew 16:13-20. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, I would like to start my reflection with a question: what is my pandemic identity as a Christian? In this digital world, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 22:19-23, Romans 11:33-36, Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Other

Peter Confesses Jesus As The Christ Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 20, 2014

In this lesson we learn the significance of confessing Jesus as the Christ.

Scripture For the past 20 months we have been studying the life of Jesus as it has been recorded in the Gospel of Luke. Recently we invited friends and guests to our Easter Service by asking the question, “Why did Easter change history?” Today’s text is especially appropriate ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Glory In Confession Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 30, 2010

Glory in Confession (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Matthew chapter 16 verses 15-23. (1), Background: (A), Geographically: Jesus is in what we might call a safe place: • Jesus and his disciples are in the region of Caesarea Philippi. • Caesarea Philippi lies about twenty-five miles Northeast of the Sea of Galilee. • This region ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:15-23

Denomination: Brethren

Jesus Helping The Blind To See!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 8, 2012

Jesus Helping the Blind to See! (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: physical sight (vs 22-26) spiritual sight (vs 27-30) SERMON BODY: Ill: • Garage door covers & illusion pictures. • Email me for a copy – gcurley@gcurley.info) Ill: Eye facts - Did you know... • That an eye is only 2.3 centimetre long on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-30

Denomination: Brethren