Sermons on Centrality Of Christ:

Christ And The Red Heifer

Contributed by William Yates on Feb 7, 2004

In this sermon we examine the sacrifice of the Red Heifer and how it relates to the atonement of Christ.

Numbers 19 Laws of Purification The Purification of the Unclean 1 Now the LORD spoke to Moses and Aaron, saying, 2"This is the ordinance of the law which the LORD has commanded, saying: "Speak to the children of Israel, that they bring you a red heifer without blemish, in which there is no ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 19:1-13

Created To Be Christ-Like

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Feb 9, 2004

When God created Adam and Eve and the human race His ultimate purpose was to have his creation live godly lives. We were created to be Christ-like. “For from the very beginning God decided that those who came to Him should be like His Son.”

Created to be Christ-like Philippians 2:1-11 Verse 5 – “Your attitude should be the same as that of Jesus Christ.” NIV “Let this mind be in you that was also in Christ Jesus.” New King James Version “Let Christ Himself be your example as to what you attitude should be.” Phillips When ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Free Methodist

Champions 4 Christ

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Feb 24, 2004

What does it take to be a Champion 4 Christ? How can we obtain Championship status 4 Christ? Here are four factors that will begin the transformation of Christians from chumps to Champs!

Champions 4 Christ Pastor Jamie Wright Maranatha Fellowship Church 2-22-04 What is a champion? Webster’s defines champion as a person who fights for or defends any person or cause, a warrior, a winner, a title holder, a victor, a champ. According to Olympic Historians, all great champions have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Killed Christ?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Feb 27, 2004

"Mel Gibson’s powerful new movie, ’The Passion of the Christ’ is reviving one of the most explosive questions ever. Who really killed Jesus?" Regardless of personal sentiments, the Bible is the final authority in answering the question.

WHO KILLED CHRIST? JOHN 19:16-18 Newsweek’s John Meacham wrote in his column, "Mel Gibson’s powerful but troubling new movie, ’The Passion of the Christ,’ is reviving one of the most explosive questions ever… Who really killed Jesus?" The question as to who killed Christ has been discussed on ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

Experiencing The Passion Of The Christ

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 1, 2004

The offense of the Cross, not the violence or lame charges of anti-Semitism, is what has riled up critics of Gibson’s movie.

Experiencing the Passion of the Christ Rev Dr Robert G Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts One thing Mel Gibson’s movie has given us all is an opportunity to talk about our faith in Christ. We all like discussing movies we’ve seen, and with the publicity surrounding ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Congregational

Apostasy And The Anti-Christ

Contributed by Mike Turner on Mar 7, 2004

Message on the coming apostasy, and the Anti-Christ.

Apostasy And The Anti-Christ 2 Thess. 2:1-17 Verse 1 reveals to us the what Paul will be dealing with in this chapter. He writes to them concerning or regarding the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the Rapture of the church. Paul had written to them in his first letter 1 Thess. 4 concerning ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Compassion Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Mar 16, 2004

The LORD Jesus Christ and the Rich Young Ruler

“Decision Time” Matthew 19:16-22 1. The REQUEST of the Rich Young Ruler (v. 16) Jeremiah 33:3; Philippians 4:6-7; 1 Peter 5:7; Psalm 55:22 a. The man LIVED as a rich ruler. Luke 18:18, 23; Romans 8:5-6 b. The man asked the LORD Jesus about LIFE-ETERNAL (v. 16b) John 3:4-7; 6:47; 10:27-28; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Church- Christ's Bride Series

Contributed by Kim Huffman on Mar 16, 2004

This sermon will compare marriage to the relationship Christ has with His church. It will also show how important it is to be ready when the bridegeoom comes.

Kim Huffman (1/25/4) Goshen Christian Church God’s Pattern for the Church #4 “THE CHURCH – CHRIST’S BRIDE” Matthew 25:1-13 INTRO. The church is very special to our Lord. He died to bring her into existence. His love for the church is what gives us hope. The special relationship Jesus has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Calling Of The Passion Of Christ

Contributed by William Yates on Mar 20, 2004

In John 12, we see the calling of the Passion on the life of Jesus and we too are challenged to embrace that calling for our lives today!

Jesus Predicts His Death John 12 23Jesus replied, "The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified. 24I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a single seed. But if it dies, it produces many seeds. 25The man who loves his life will lose it, ...read more

Scripture: John 12:23-33

Understanding Christ's Passion

Contributed by Lanny Carpenter on Apr 1, 2004

A look at the passion of Christ and how it is to be understood.

UNDERSTANDING CHRIST’S PASSION ISAIAH 52:13 – 53:12 INTRO: Centuries ago on the south coast of China, high on a hill overlooking harbor of Macao, Portugese settlers built an enormous cathedral. 1. Believed it would weather time, so placed a massive bronze cross as its centerpiece. 2. Mot too ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

A Christ That's Caring Series

Contributed by Douglas Bryan on Mar 21, 2005

When Christ rose from the grave it was more than just another Sunday. Because of His sacrifice He shows that He really is a Christ that cares about us.

NOT JUST ANOTHER SUNDAY A Christ That’s Caring Ephesians 3:14-19 INTRODUCTION: A. Last week I began a series of messages titled "Not Just Another Sunday" 1. Even though it may have gone unnoticed by many in the world, when Jesus Christ rose from the dead it was much more than just another ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ Is Our Refuge

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 23, 2005

How many of us tonight are living outside the walls?

Christ is Our Refuge Joshua 20:1-6 INTRODUCTION: During the time of the exodus, God introduced “cities of refuge” for people who mistakenly murdered someone. Anyone who killed someone by accident would run to one of these cities and plead his case before the elders of the city. They would then ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 20:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Revelation Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Apr 3, 2005

No other book ever written has caused more fascination and misunderstanding than the Book of Revelation. H.G. Wells wrote in his book, “The Fate of Man”, “Who, except cranks and lunatics, reads the Book of Revelation?” I firmly DISAGREE!

The Revelation of Jesus Christ! No other book ever written has caused more fascination and misunderstanding than the Book of Revelation. H.G. Wells wrote in his book, “The Fate of Man”, “Who, except cranks and lunatics, reads the Book of Revelation?” I firmly DISAGREE! That’s a statement of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

The "In Christ" Metamorphosis

Contributed by Vanita George on Apr 20, 2005

This is about a Child of God experiencing the FULLNESS in Christ.

The “In Christ” Metamorphosis - Vanita George (20/04/2005) (WOV Fire Group) Introduction: The title for my message today is “The ‘In Christ’ Metamorphosis”. I did my Bachelors in Zoology and I guess that’s where I’ve picked this term ‘Metamorphosis’. Most of us must know what it means ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wholeness Christ Offers

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 25, 2005

No matter our failures or shortfalls, Christ offers us restoration and wholesness to complete God’s will for our lives.

WHEN WE WERE ALL KIDS IN GRADE SCHOOL, I AM SURE THAT THERE WAS A TIME WHEN OUR TEACHERS ASKED US TO SHARE WHAT WE WANTED TO BE WHEN WE GREW UP. AS ALL CHILDREN WOULD ANSWER, WE MUST HAVE SAID THINGS LIKE "A FIREFIGHTER," "POLICE OFFICER," "DOCTOR," "ASTRONAUT," OR A "PROFESSIONAL ATHLETE." I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:10-13

Denomination: Free Methodist