Sermons on Christ Imitaters:

Where There's Christ There's Hope!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 5, 2010

Where there's Christ there's hope! (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: 1 Peter chapter 1 verses 1-9. Quote: • “We don’t look alike, we don’t act alike. • We don’t dress alike. • We have different tastes in the food we eat. • The books we read, the films we watch, the cars we drive and the music we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-7

Denomination: Brethren

God's Sword, The Cross Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 16, 2011

From the mouth of my 9 year old son who made the statement as he saw the huge Cross of Jesus Christ in Groom Texas. "Dad, that cross looks like a huge sword that God took from heaven and drove into the earth" These words inspired me to meditate and thin

2011.07.31.Sermon.Cross and Sword The Message of the Cross *** In 2000, we drove across the country from Maryland to California and back. On our return, we blew past this Great Big Cross along the highway in Texas. By the time we saw the exit, we had passed it and continued our journey home. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Are Acceptable To God By Jesus Christ.

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 27, 2011

Peter says, that Jesus is a living stone rejected by men But, chosen by God and precious. He also says that we are living stones…so we are precious to God also

1pe 2:3 If so be ye have tasted that the Lord is gracious. 1pe 2:4 To whom coming, as unto a living stone, disallowed indeed of men, but chosen of God, and precious, 1pe 2:5 Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

The "I Wills Of Christ" Part 2

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Feb 19, 2011

The promises from Christ

THE "I WILLS" OF CHRIST 3. I Will Confess You Before My Father Matt. 10:32-33-“Therefore whoever confesses Me before men, him I will also confess before My Father who is in heaven. But whoever denies Me before men, him I will also deny before My Father who is in heaven. 4. I Will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32-33

Denomination: Baptist

Christ In Us Through The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Pedro Trinidad on Feb 25, 2011

Christ is formed in us through the work of the Holy Spirit, just like the Holy Spirit did in order for Jesus to be born in this world.

Key Text – Matthew 1:18 Key Idea – The Holy Spirit worked through a person to bring Jesus into the world. The same way today, the Holy Spirit works through us to bring Jesus to others. I. Matthew 1:18-20 a. “This is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about: His mother Mary was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-20

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Holy Spirit At Work In The Life Of Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 9, 2011

7 ways the Holy Spirit was at work in the life of Christ.

The Holy Spirit at Work in the Life of Christ Luke 1:30-37 (Plus multiple Scriptures) Series: God’s Spirit at Work in Our World Sermon by: Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - April 12, 2000 *God’s Holy Spirit has always been at work in His world, and this was certainly true in the life of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:30-37

Denomination: Baptist

Believer (Our Conviction About Christ) Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Mar 19, 2011

What is a BELIEVER

I. To be a believer means I ACCEPT THE WORD OF JESUS A. A believer is one who has accepted what what Jesus said about the MUST OF SALVATION. B. A believer is one who has accepted what Jesus said about the MEANS OF SALVATION. II. To be a believer means I APPROPRIATE THE WORK OF ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing For Christmas Prepares Us For Christ.

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

If we are to be ready for the coming of the Lord, we must listen to the voice

Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army The prophet Isaiah hears a voice. The voice tells us about the coming of the Lord. C. THESIS: If we are to be ready for the coming of the Lord, we must listen to the voice. I. WHERE THE VOICE IS HEARD (v. 3) A. We hear it in the desert. 1. Quite often the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:3-5

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Coming Of Christ Brings Me Hope

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 29, 2010

The coming of Christ brings hope for me and for everyone I encounter.

The Coming of Christ Brings Me Hope John 1:1-18 OPENING SONG: “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” SLIDE #1 – Title Slide We are coming into the time of the year, which is called “Advent” in the Christian calendar. For most Americans, that does not register with us. We are ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Coming Of Christ Brings Me Peace

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 29, 2010

The coming of Christ brings me peace for my life.

The Coming of Christ Brings Peace John 1:19-28 VIDEO: John Denver and the Muppets - “The Peace Carol” People are looking for peace. Today, people are looking for peace in conflicts between countries. People want peace in their families, and peace in their homes. But it is very hard to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Coming Of Christ Brings Me Joy

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 29, 2010

The coming of Christ brings me joy because He soaks up my sin like a sponge, and He helps me get a spiritual bailout.

The Coming of Christ Brings Me Joy John 1:29-34 SLIDES 1, 2 Christ brings me joy because He takes away my sin. The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, "Here is the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world! (John 1:29 HCSB) SLIDE 3 – Sponge Bob VISUAL ILLUSTRATION ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Coming Of Christ Brings Me Love

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 29, 2010

The coming of Christ brings me love to share this Christmas season.

The Coming of Christ Brings Me Love John 1:35-42 CHRISTMAS TOP TEN QUIZ SLIDE 1: Introduction SLIDE 2: Series of Advent SLIDE 3: Christmas Traditions Q1: What are some traditions you have at Christmas? Christmas is really about Jesus Christ. While there are many other celebrations during this ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-42

Denomination: Baptist

Three Glances Of Christ (Short Homily)

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jan 25, 2011

Christ is on that cross for six hours and we can imagine that during the time he endured that suffering his gaze must have fallen upon the people gathered at the foot of the cross. What did He see as he glanced at them. Message in Lent.

The theme that has run through this Lenten Series .....is the cross. And Beloved ......through the cross .....the love and grace of God ..... was displayed. (Pause) The image which I would suggest to you this day.....is that of Christ ..... upon the cross. He is on that cross for six hours ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:44-49, Matthew 27:35-50

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus Christ - Our Living Hope

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jun 10, 2008

Jesus promises hope if we put our faith and trust in Him.

Cornerstone Church November 12, 2006 “JESUS CHRIST – OUR LIVING HOPE!” “Too Blessed to be Distressed!” 1 Peter 1:3-9 DO ANY OF YOU EVER GET ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Simple Messenger Called Jesus The Christ

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Jun 14, 2008

Peace, love and understanding

The simple messenger called Jesus the Christ I greet you in the name of our Lord and savior, Jesus, the Christ as one of the seeds of Abraham as my brothers and sisters. Indeed, I am a student of the bible. I also agree that Jesus, the Christ was a messenger sent by God. However, through out ...read more

Denomination: *other