Sermons on Christ And Culture:

Gifts For The Christ Child

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 12, 2002

The journey of the magi and the gifts they brought to the Christ Child still inspire us today.

GIFTS FOR THE CHRIST CHILD Matthew 2: 1-12 The birth of our Lord Jesus was announced in three magnificent ways: the annunciation by the angel to Mary (Luke 1: 26-33); the angelic choir (Luke 2: 8-14) and the star in the east (Matthew 2:2). It is the visit of the wise men that we will consider ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Judgement Seat Of Christ

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on Dec 21, 2002

The judgement seat of Christ

The Judgement Seat Of Christ Foundation Scripture: Rev. 19:7-8 I. What preceeds the marriage supper of the lamb? Jesus has already taken to Himself a bride which He has cleansed by His Word and His shed blood (Eph. 5:25-29). "His wife has made herself ready" - This is not talking ...read more

New Life In Christ

Contributed by Mark Williams on Jan 5, 2003

The power of temptation, where does it come from and how do we beat it

) All scripture is quoted from “The Amplified Bible” unless marked with ( * ) then scripture is quoted from NIV. By Gods grace and mercy we are saved Romans 10:13 “For everyone who calls on the name of the lord invoking him as Lord will be saved.” INVOKE ( Oxford dictionary )Call upon ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:13

Denomination: Baptist

Dare To Trust Christ

Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 5, 2003

To walk by faith in the knowledge God reveals to us in reaching a lost and dying world

" DARING TO TRUST CHRIST " MARK 2:1-12 I SUPPOSE THAT IF THERE WERE ONLY ONE TRUTH THAT I COULD SHARE WITH YOU AS A CHRISTIAN IT WOULD BE TO CHALLENGE YOU TO DARE TO TRUST CHRIST WITH YOU WHOLE HEART. THIS BOOK WE HOLD IN OUR HANDS IS THE ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Real Presence Of Christ Series

Contributed by Charles Scott on Feb 14, 2003

The power of the Lord’s Last Supper is lost on many of us because we fail to understand Jesus’ use of the word Cup; this sermon reveals how the Disciples understood Jesus saying "This is my body" and "Drink this to commemorate me."

REAL PRESENCE OF JESUS CHRIST AT EUCHARIST UNDERSTOOD AS OATH, SACRAMENTUM. It is impossible in a short space to convey all that should be said on this subject. It would be easy, for me to be misunderstood, because I can only express part of my understanding of this subject in a short space. So ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-45, Mark 14:1-36

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Remember Jesus Christ

Contributed by Keith Wessel on Apr 7, 2001

Easter Sermon based on Paul’s encouragement to Timothy and all Christians

2 Timothy 2:8 Easter 2000 (Free Text) April 23, 2000 Remember Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, descended from David. This is my gospel, -- NIV 2 Timothy 2:8 When the women arrived at the tomb early Easter morning, the angels who greeted them did so with the unbelievable announcement: HE IS ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:8

Denomination: Lutheran

The Passion And Death Of Christ Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Apr 10, 2001

“But He was pierced for our transgressions, He was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that bought us peace was upon Him, and by His wounds we are healed. We all like sheep, have gone astray, each of us has turned to his own way; and the Lord has l

Theme: The passion and death of Christ Text: Isaiah 52:13-53:12; Heb. 4:14-16, 5:7a; Lk. 23:26-41 The entire message of the Gospel revolves around one unique historical event: the sacrificial death of Jesus Christ on the Cross at Calvary. It was sacrificial in every sense of the word as it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-41

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Marks In The Body Of Christ

Contributed by Harold Nichols on Mar 29, 2001

People have died and are dieing for the name of Jesus. What are we doing to make a difference?

SCARS IN THE BODY TEXT: I CORINTHIANS 12:12 FOR AS THE BODY IS ONE, AND HATH MANY MEMBERS, AND ALL THE MEMBERS OF THAT ONE BODY, BEING MANY ARE ONE BODY: SO ALSO IS CHRIST. INTRODUCTION: THIS OLD BODY OF CHRISTIANS HAS BEEN AROUND NOW FOR TWO THOUSAND YEARS. THERE ARE NOW MANY MARKS, SCARS, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Resolving To Seek Christ Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 29, 2001

Our one great resolution in the New Year should be to seek Christ.

I hope everyone had an enjoyable and blessed Christmas. I hope that, amidst all the travelling, and feasting, and gift-giving, and family reunioning, and football watching, you were able to remember that what we are really celebrating during this season is the birth of Jesus Christ. As you may ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Religious Or Christ-Like?

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: There is a big difference between being "religious" and following Jesus Christ.

Thesis: There is a big difference between being "religious" and following Jesus Christ. Intro.: 1. When you hear someone use the word "religion" or hear someone refer to another person as "religious" what do you think of? a. Illust. Do you think of "Church Lady" on Saturday Night Live who goes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-39

The Glorious Appearing Of Christ

Contributed by Gary Merillat on Oct 18, 2000

The past, present, and future activity of Christ on behalf of mankind. Good for use at Easter or on a study of the ministry of Christ.

Illustration: Dr. E. Stanley Jones, the famous missionary, wrote in his autobiography a story about a friend, who was called upon to conduct a funeral service. This friend wanted to do the funeral exactly as it should be, so he turned to the New Testament to see how Jesus conducted a funeral. What ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:24-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seeing Ourselves In Christ

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: We need to look to God to tell us who we are.

Thesis: We need to look to God to tell us who we are. Intro.: 1. < Show the congregation a mirror > a. "This is obviously a mirror." 1) You probably look at one several times each day (some more/less). 2) Anytime you want to see how you look, step in front of a mirror. b. Looking at the unseen ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Christ Typified By Adam

Contributed by Daniel Parks on Oct 18, 2000

On the sixth day of creation, "Then God said, 'Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion .

On the sixth day of creation, "Then God said, 'Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion ... over all the earth ...' And the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living being" ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27

Renewed Life In Christ

Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Nov 6, 2003

New life in Christ is a blessed life that glorifies God.

<PRE> New life in Christ is an exciting life and a soul-refreshing experience, which cannot be ignored. It is living by the grace of God and walking in the path of faith. It’s not a life of fantasy but reality. <PRE> The dramatic effects of being in Christ are far beyond ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Christ: Once For All Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Nov 9, 2003

There aren’t many things on this earth that we do “Once, for all.” In our text, the Hebrew writer examines a job that Christ accomplished “Once, for All.” And this was the most important job task ever completed.

INTRODUCTION Names like Arnold Palmer, Jack Nicklaus, and Tiger Woods roll from the lips of those who talk about golf’s premier event, the Masters. One name that will probably never surface in a conversation about golfing legends is Doug Ford. Few people would have any idea that Ford won the 1957 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:24-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ