Sermons on Christ Our Defender:

The Ears Of Christ

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Mar 27, 2006

When our ears are opened to the thngs that Christ heard, we are enabled to come to complete trust and fatih in God.

The Ears of Christ Psalm 54:1-2 March 26, 2006 I am not a great fan of Dr. James Dobson because I have some pretty significant differences of opinion with him about theology, biblical interpretation, and public policy. Yet he has done some very important work in the areas of family relationships ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 54:1-2

Denomination: Methodist

The Mind Of Christ

Contributed by Craig Smee on Nov 27, 2005

A close look at how our mind can run away with us, but we need to adopt the mind of Christ.

1. THE MIND….(SLIDE ILLUSTRATION) So much goes on in our mind. Day to day management. Breathe in breathe out. Left leg right leg when walking. We don’t even think about it – shake hands. I mean one of the lines my mom used to ask me and it sticks in my head: What the hell were you thinking. I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Christian Church

Christ Is The Vine

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Sep 24, 2006

This sermon is about living vitally connected to Christ, the True Vine who produces awesome fruit in our lives.

We live in a world of concrete and metal, cars and skyscrapers. Our food comes from grocery stores, markets and McDonald’s. Jesus lived in a world of deserts and gardens, rocky clefts and fertile fields. The food that Jesus and his friends ate were the grains they saw growing in nearby fields and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Growing In Christ Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Mar 12, 2007

If we truly want to grow in our relationship with Christ, we must allow Him to deal with the issue of pride.

Introduction: I. I would like to begin this morning, by asking you, “What is the most difficult thing you have every undertaken to accomplish?” A. As you think about that question, maybe your mind goes to, 1. The workplace, a. Maybe a difficult task that your boss gave you, or b. Maybe ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Methodist

In The Likeness Of Christ

Contributed by Marcellus De Oliveira on Jun 1, 2012

In despite of our brokenness and the way we are brought up, God calls us to be transformed in the likeness of this Son's character.

When people are asked to quote a line from Shakespeare, most certainly, they will quote the best-known line from all drama or literature: “To be or not to be, that is the question!” Though the tragedy of Hamlet, prince of Denmarke is a philosophical quest in the comparison between the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Adventist

Loving Christ Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 3, 2011

Last in our vision 2011 series: New Riverlutions regarding the fuel for it all: a love for Christ that compels us

Text: Psalm 71:15-24, Title: New Riverlutions: Love Christ, Date/Place: NRBC, 2/6/11, AM A. Opening illustration: Finish Strong video, Lyrics to Who is like You B. Background to passage: this is a psalm of old age. David (or whoever) was remembering and praying to God in their old age to again ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:15-24

Denomination: Baptist

Christ The Friend PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon explores God's love, our unity in Christ, and the call to extend this love to others, as guided by the Holy Spirit.

Dear brothers and sisters, welcome. I am delighted that you've chosen to join us today, as we gather in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, to consider the profound truths that He has revealed to us in His Word. Today, we are going to immerse ourselves in the depths of God's love, the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:44-48, 1 John 5:1-6, John 15:9-17

Topics: Friendship, Love, Obedience

Victory In Jesus Sermon I: The Master Of My New Life In Christ Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Feb 2, 2020

Choices in life define us in the present and determine our future. Two ways, two masters, and two destinies are presented to us in God's Word. Choosing God's Way is the surest and Victorious way.

VICTORY IN JESUS: THE MASTER OF MY NEW LIFE IN CHRIST The choices we make in life define us and determine our future. At some point in our lives we who gather here to worship the Lord made the same choice Joshua made long ago, “As for me and my house, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4-14

Defending The Faith Sermon Iii: Focus On Grace And Truth Evidenceed In The Word Incarnate Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on May 6, 2020

In times of crisis when our Christian Faith is attacked by unbelievers and scoffers, mature Christians stand firm and stay focused on grace and truth evidenced in the Word that was in the beginning and became flesh.

IN TIMES LIKE THESE - FOCUS ON GRACE AND TRUTH EVIDENCED IN “THE WORD” INCARNATE John Arthur, my three-year-old great-grandson, calls me Paw-Paw. We call him Art. When Art comes to our house, he plays with toys Mee-Maw keeps in a bottom dresser drawer so he can get to the toys ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18, John 18:36-38

Don't! But If You Do...

Contributed by Monty Newton on Apr 13, 2015

Our aim is to live a Christ-like life in which we are daily being conformed to his image... but when we fail we are assured of God's continuing grace.

Title: Don’t! But if you do… Text: I John 1:1-2:2 Thesis: Our aim is to live a Christ-like life in which we are being conformed to his image daily... but if we fail we are assured of God's continuing grace in Jesus. Introduction This is the Second Sunday of Easter. We recently ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Enduring Confidence

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 20, 2012

The writer exhorted his audience to recapture & retain their initial confidence. Effective Christians must recapture & retain their initial confidence in Christ. How is this done? Recapturing & Retaining confidence in Christ comes thru....

OUR ENDURING CONFIDENCE—Hebrews 10:32-39 Attention: Gators! While sports fishing off the Florida coast, a tourist capsized his boat. He could swim, but his fear of alligators kept him clinging to the overturned craft. Spotting an old beachcomber standing on the shore, the tourist shouted, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:32-39

Denomination: Baptist

The Possibilities Of Our Surrender Series

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Jun 8, 2008

My promise to you regarding this series, if you are shallow and sour in your relationship with Christ and crusty and cranky in your walk with Christ – all that will vanish when you live in the 3 dimensions of abundance!

Remember last week - the funky glasses or the special measurements were needed so you could experience a certain depth and a certain beauty set before your eyes. As Christians, when we live in the 3 dimensions, it’s how we experience the most out of our walking with God. Ephesians 2:10 “For we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

United In Christ Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Oct 7, 2024

Unity is not based on cultural, social, or political similarities but rather on our shared identity in Jesus—sinners saved by grace. We are called to elevate Jesus above our differences and work together as one body, reflecting God's love and bringing hope to a divided world.

### **Introduction** Video Ill.: May We Be One — Floodgate Productions David wrote in Psalm 133: 1 How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity! 2 It is like precious oil poured on the head, running down on the beard, running down on Aaron’s beard, down upon the ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-23, Ephesians 2:11-22, 1 Corinthians 12:12-14, 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great King Deserves Our Best Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Mar 16, 2006

Another message in a verse by verse series through the book of Malachi.

The Great King Deserves Our Best Malachi 1:6-14 I. The Priests Despised the Name of God (v. 6) A. By forsaking the covenant relationship “Do you thus deal with the Lord, O foolish and unwise people? Is he not your Father, who bought you? Has He not made you and established you?” – Deuteronomy ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Are We Fulfilling Our Assigment?"

Contributed by Kevin Smith on Sep 21, 2005

In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the church really needs to look at itsself & ask the question, "Are We Fulfilling Our Assigment from God?"

Matthew 28:16-20 Aww come on and bless the Lord in this house. He is worthy, is he not? Come on & bless God for our choir on this morning. Did they not sing to the Lord? Amen. amen. You may be seated in the prescense of the Lord. Amen. This text before us is a very familliar text, often being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Pentecostal