Sermons on Chief Priests:

The Night They Came For Jesus Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Mar 8, 2026

It’s as if Jesus gives them permission to arrest Him. One comment here to put it beautifully, “They came to arrest Jesus. They didn’t arrest Jesus. Jesus arrested them.”

Find John 18 with me, if you will. One-half of the entire gospel of John is devoted to Jesus’ last week. In the weeks leading up to Easter, millions of Christians all around the world spend their time thinking about why Jesus suffered and died. We are just 4 weeks away from Easter. What we’re ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Book Of Mark

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 31, 2019

What you will find here is an outline for the entire book of Mark. I hope this outline is helpful to you for sermon preparation. I know it will be helpful if you plan to preach through the book of Mark.

MARK RECORDS IN RAPID SUCCESSION SPECIFIC EVENTS FROM THE LIFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST IN ORDER TO PRESENT THE GOSPEL TO A ROMAN AUDIENCE, PROVING THAT JESUS IS THE CHRIST, THE SON OF GOD, AND TO PROVIDE A PATTERN OF DISCIPLESHIP THROUGH THE MODEL OF A SERVANT, CLIMAXING IN HIS DEATH AND ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Zechariah: Christ Is Coming Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023

Many believe that Zechariah’s prophecy foretells Christ’s rule of an earthly kingdom that is yet to be established, and will rule for a thousand years. I believe that Zechariah is referring to Christ’s Spiritual Kingdom—the CHURCH—in which you and I are part of today.

A. Have you ever known anyone who told you that something was going to happen, and it did? 1. What if this morning while we were sitting around the table in the fellowship hall drinking coffee and eating donuts, Mark Thomas emphatically told us that the Indianapolis Colts is going to WIN ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Satan’s Powers And Spiritual Battles Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Aug 20, 2022

The Bible records several instances of Satan’s activities. Let’s find them in the Bible and take a look at those situations.

********** 1. Power of Death Forasmuch then as the children are partakers of flesh and blood, he (Christ) also took part of the same (became flesh); that through death he might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil. Hebrews 2:14 2. Power and Glory of the Kingdoms of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:14, Luke 4:5-6, Revelation 12:17, 1 Chronicles 21:1, Zechariah 3:1-2, John 13:2, John 13:27, Acts 5:3, 1 Thessalonians 2:18, Acts 26:13-18, Acts 13:6-10, Luke 13:11-16, Acts 10:38, 2 Corinthians 12:7, Matthew 16:21-23, Luke 22:31, Daniel 10:12-14, Jude 1:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Desire?

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Apr 11, 2014

What do you desire? It's a question which sets our minds racing. Ask any child that question, and you will get ten or fifteen quick answers in rapid fire. We all have things we desire. But just how big are your desires? And

Mark 10:32-52 Jesus’ Sufferings Foretold 32 They were on the road going up to Jerusalem, and Jesus was walking on ahead of them; and they were amazed, and those who followed were fearful. And again He took the twelve aside and began to tell them what was going to happen to Him, 33 saying, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-52

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Compelling Cross Of Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 7, 2020

1. Trust Jesus for the misery of His cross (John 19:1-6). 2. Trust Jesus for the miracles of His cross (John 19:23-24). 3. Trust Jesus for the mercy of His cross (Luke 23:32-43). 4. Trust Jesus for the mission of His cross (John 19:28-30).

The Compelling Cross of Christ John 19:1-30; Luke 23:32-43 (Reading: John 19:14-30) Sermon by Rick Crandall Prepared June 7, 2020 BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 19. Last time, in John 18, we took a close look at the trials of Jesus Christ. And the Lord's trial before Pilate is ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-30, Luke 23:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

There Is One Path To Glory (John 12:12-26) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Feb 23, 2022

And it's through the cross, not the crowds.

Let's start today by simply rereading our passage from last week, John 11:55-12:11. This will help us remember where we are in the gospel of John: (55) Now, the Passover of the Judeans was near, and many went up to Jerusalem from the surrounding area before the Passover, in order that they ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-26, Zechariah 9:9

The Leaves Are One The Trees

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Oct 22, 2023

My mother tells the story of when I was 4 years old, and she was pregnant with my brother Mark. My mother says when she was pregnant that I would always ask her when is the baby coming and she says she told me “When the leaves come on the trees that the baby would be here”.

“The Leaves are on the Trees.” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - 2 Timothy 4:1-5 says, “I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom; Preach the word, be instant in season, out of season, reprove, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32, Luke 21:29-32

Denomination: Apostolic

Why Jesus?

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 4, 2026

To help us grow closer to Christ and understand what this Scripture passage has for us, we are going to be covering those basic questions: Who, What, Where, When, and most importantly… Why!

JESUS ENTERS: Why Jesus? John 12:1-11 #easter2026 INTRODUCTION… The Five-Ws A long time ago in a land far far away, a man named Aristotle who lived from 384-322 BC said [abbreviated]: “It is not a pointless endeavor to divide circumstances by kind and number: (1) the Who, (2) the What, (3) around ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding Endurance For The Long Haul

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jan 25, 2005

The theme is will power, endurance, and overcoming in spite of difficulty. Every one of us come to a point a times when we want to give up and quit. Just like the disciples who fell asleep while they waited for Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane. When w

Finding Endurance for the Long Haul Mark 14:32-42 January 23, 2005 The scene for the gospel lesson this morning is set on Thursday evening of Holy Week. It had been an incredibly busy and eventful week for Jesus and the disciples. It had started with the triumphant ride down the Mount of Olives ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-42

Denomination: Methodist

How To Overcome The Fear Of What People Will Think Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Feb 8, 2005

Every one of us will face criticism and rejection if we start really doing something for God. Here are 5 steps to dealing with fear of men. *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

How to overcome fear of what people will think: Read Acts 4:1-31. (Tell the story. . . review Acts 3 briefly) One of the most natural things that humans do is be afraid of what other people will think. You may not think this affects you. . . you might not be a part of something like this: The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-31

Denomination: Holiness

The Passion

Contributed by Terry Cavanaugh on Mar 25, 2005

A message of the passion for the view point of a roman officer

The Passion Matthew 27:27-31 Then he (who was Pilate the Roman governor) released Barabbas to them. But he had Jesus flogged, and handed him over to be crucified. 27 Then the governor’s soldiers took Jesus into the Praetorium and gathered the whole company of soldiers around him. 28 They stripped ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-31

Denomination: Methodist

Does Jesus Reveal Himself To You?

Contributed by Joel Santos on Nov 24, 2004

Jesus reveals Himself to people who seek for Him earnestly.

Does Jesus Reveal Himself to You? Matthew 2:1-2:12 Main Idea : Jesus reveals Himself to people who seek for Him earnestly. Historical background The Magi were men who were skilled in philosophy, medicine and natural science. They were soothsayers and interpreters of dreams. In later times the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reactions To The Birth Of Christ

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 23, 2002

In the Christmas story as it is told in Matthew 12, we will see three general reactions to the birth of Jesus.

Reactions to the Birth of Christ Matthew 2:1-12 This morning I want to begin by reading a letter written to Santa; that may help you think about how we view Christmas. This letter vividly points out that we live in a part of the world that places more emphasis on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Temple Attitudes - Part 2

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jun 15, 2008

Part two of a discussion of Jesus’ words and actions in the temple area following the Triumphal Entry.

Temple Attitudes – Part 2 Matthew 21:12-17 June 8, 2008 NOTE: THE ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE FORMAT USED IN MY MESSAGES IS BORROWED FROM ANDY STANLEY’S BOOK, "COMMUNICATING FOR A CHANGE." Me: I usually have very little trouble submitting to authority. Usually, I’m a pretty compliant guy. I try to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-17

Denomination: Wesleyan