Sermons on Challenging Sayings Of Jesus:

The Essence And Extract Of Jesus Ministry Series

Contributed by Marc Bertrand on Dec 4, 2002

A challenge to match evangelistic effort with social concern in our world. Preached from an evangelistic perspective to an evangelical audience.

The Extract and Essence of Jesus Ministry Introduction: (From Harvey Conn - Planting and Growing Urban Churches) The house is for William and Mary Elliot, both in their sixties. Community residents for over forty-nine years, today, for the first time in their lives, they will own their home. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Our Source, Period! Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jan 31, 2010

Saying Christ is Supreme in our life is easy, living it is where our Faith kicks in.

Jesus Christ is our Source, period. January 31st, 2010 Pastor Glenn Newton Colossians 1:15-23 COL 1:15 “He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. 16 For by him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-24

Denomination: Nazarene

The Secure Gate Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Nov 25, 2013

In a world where gates gives us a false sense of security, there is only one secure gate.

We love gates. We boast about living in gated communities. We have gates leading into our fenced yards to keep in what’s ours and to keep what we don’t want in our area. We have locks to reinforce our security with our gates. We feel secure with our gates. But most of us have fences ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Denomination: Foursquare

I Am The Vine

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Feb 15, 2016

This message looks at the I AM statement of Jesus that he is the Vine. The message considers the action of the Gardener and the actions of the Branches.

I Am the Vine (many of the ideas in this message come from various messages at sermon central with the same or similar title, contributed by K. Edward Skidmore, SC Smead, and Douglas Phillips) Scripture: John 15:1-8 This is the seventh of our series on the “I Am” statements of ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

Of Utmost Concern Sermon Iv: The Redemption Of Enemies Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 12, 2020

When true believers get distressed by attacks upon Christianity, rising above anger felt toward enemies who seek to destroy adherence to Christian principles is hard but doable if mature Christians practice a special kind of love.

OF CONCERN TO OUR LORD AND MATURE CHRISTIANS IS THE REDEMPTION OF ENEMIES Complicated are many issues in life, not the least of which is dealing with enemies - whether internationally, nationally, locally or personally! The best way to address the subject is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-36

The Names Of Jesus At Christmas

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Dec 12, 2024

The names of Jesus also challenge us to live in response to His identity. If He is Emmanuel, then we are never alone, and we are called to bring His presence into the lives of others.

The Names of Jesus at Christmas Names carry significance, and in the Bible, they often reveal something profound about a person’s character, mission, or identity. This is especially true of the names of Jesus, which reflect His divine purpose and the hope He brings to the world. At Christmas, we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23, Luke 2:11, Isaiah 9:6, Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Do You Say That I Am? Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Aug 24, 2008

Jesus alone is Messiah! It’s only when you recognize Him as such, and accept Him as the savior from your sins, that your life will be blessed!

TEXT: Matthew 16:13-17 TITLE: “Who Do YOU say that I am?” SERIES: Questions that God asks (part 4) TOPIC: Christ’s deity! OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, August 24, 2008 PROP.: Jesus alone is Messiah! It’s only when you recognize Him as such, and accept Him as the savior from your sins, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Righteous Joseph Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on Dec 1, 2023

People often neglect righteous Joseph while focussing on the theme of Christmas. But do you know there is a man who stands silently next to the manger in the nativity scene? He is not even given a single line to speak! Then he disappears completely from history after the teenage years of Jesus.

INTRODUCTION There is a story of courage that took place in the very first Christmas. It is about righteous Joseph. But it is a story we often miss because people’s Christmas focus is mostly around a young mother Mary and her son, Jesus. People often neglect righteous Joseph while focussing on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18, Matthew 1:24, 1 Peter 4:8, Proverbs 21:26, 1 John 3:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Benefits Of Focusing On Jesus Christ

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 29, 2003

When you say: "I do not have sufficient strength, resources or wisdom to handle this problem." - Jesus says, "My grace is sufficient for you for My power is perfected in your weakness

1. When you say: "It’s impossible!" - Jesus says, "What is impossible with men is possible with God. All things are possible for him who believes." (Luke 18:27; Mark 9:23) 2. When you say: "I’m too tired" - Jesus says, "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope At The Cross: The Final Words Of Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Apr 17, 2025

All seven Last sayings of Jesus

As Jesus hung on the cross, His body broken and bleeding, His words were few—but full of meaning and power. In His final sayings, he’s sharing with us that we don’t find despair, but hope. "His last breaths were not cries of defeat, but they were declarations of victory." "From the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Baptist

Perfect Love Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of maintaining focus on Jesus and trusting in His perfect love, despite the challenges and distractions of life.

Welcome back to church, everyone! Hope you’ve had a fantastic week. Today we are going to be in week 3 of our Passion series. In the first couple weeks we learned that it wasn’t the nails that held Jesus on the cross. It was his love and passion for humanity. And last week we learned Jesus was and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-26, Hebrews 12:1-2

Topics: Perfect Love, Enduring Faith, Life Challenges

Sermon Series: Passion

Servanthood 2020

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 7, 2020

As a believer, the best way to belong is to be a servant of Christ. We can our most joy out of being Christ-like.

Servanthood 2020 Finding where we belong John 13:1-17 Introduction- Good morning- if you would turn to John chapter 13 I have been praying for this day and desiring to see us back in worship. It is good to see everyone. I know that we will not have normal as we knew normal, but that can be a ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Nazarene

The Gospel In The Seven Sayings Of The Cross—pt. 6 (Spiritual Thirst) Series

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Oct 19, 2013

Christ thirsted for more than water on the cross. He also thirsted for our salvation. We must thirst for him the way he thirsts for us for us to be truly satisfied.

1. Introduction a. This morning as we continue our series The Gospel in the Seven Sayings of the Cross we focus on Christ’s fourth statement made from the cross. b. In the statement we will evaluate today, Christ demonstrates His knowledge of scripture. He also demonstrates His humanity and ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28

The Gospel In The Seven Sayings Of The Cross—pt. 7 (Victory Proclaimed) Series

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Oct 27, 2013

The power behind the word tetelestai proclaims victory for man. Our sin account is paid in full. All future charges are automatically covered.

1. Introduction a. This morning as we continue our series The Gospel in the Seven Sayings of the Cross we focus on Christ’s fifth statement made from the cross. b. In the statement we will evaluate today, Christ, with three simple words, proclaims the ultimate victory in a life-long struggle ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

"Has God Ever Done Something That Made You Say Wow?”

Contributed by Ken Harris on May 30, 2010

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that God sometime moves in such an unlikely but fantastic way, we can only say WOW.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris, Jr. West Fort Hood Chapel Mother’s Day 2010 Killeen, TX 16 May 2010 Big Idea: God sometime moves in such an unlikely but fantastic way, we can only say WOW. Scriptural References: EAI (Expository; Application; Illustration); Psalm 97 ESV; ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-34

Denomination: Pentecostal