Sermons on Christ Rejection:

Because Of Christ

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

Standing for the cause of Christ.

Title: Because of Christ! Text: Acts 4:18-22 Introduction: Have your ever stood for something? --In high school they took our break, we boycotted lunch --No matter what you think of Promise Keepers, you have to admire their stand. --America was even founded by men with a cause!! 1. People ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:18-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Like Christ

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 22, 2003

What does it mean to be a man of God and what has love got to do with it?

“Be Like Christ” Ephesians 5:25 1. Love is first and foremost a CHOICE. Deuteronomy 7:6-8; John 15:16 2. Love is manifested in one’s COMMITMENT to the other. Romans 5:6, 8; 1 Peter 1:18-20; John 1:29; Revelation 13:8 3. Love means one COMMUNICATES with the other. John 3:16; 8:24, 40 4. Love ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25

Denomination: Baptist

Death Of Christ

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on May 26, 2003

Understanding the death of Christ

I. The Wrath Of God Upon Sin 1. Man’s transgression brought sin and death into the world. a. Gen. 2:17; Rom. 3:9-18, 23; 5:12, 19; 6:23; 1 Kings 8:46; Gal. 3:22; Isa. 53:6 2. God is a HOLY God. He cannot overlook sin and allow it to go unpunished. All sin is a transgression of ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

The Christ Of Leviticus

Contributed by Maurice Brown on Mar 15, 2001

These five offerings remind us of what Christ has done for us in offering Himself on the cross.

INTRODUCTION A. Key question: How can sinful humans worship a holy God? 1. The answer for the Jew was found in this book - Levitcus 2. In Genesis, we see humanity ruined by the fall 3. In Exodus we see God’s chosen people redeemed from bondage ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remaining In Christ

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 1, 2001

The key to lasting fruitfulness for the Kingdom of God is to remain connected with Christ

Remaining in Christ John 15:1-8 April 1, 2001 Morning Service Introduction In Hampton Court near London, there is a grapevine under glass; it is about 1,000 years old and has but one root which is at least two feet thick. Some of the branches are 200 feet long. Because of skillful cutting and ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Church Of God

The Mind Of Christ

Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Apr 4, 2001

This message examines the characteristics that a Christian exhibits if they have the mind of Christ.

"The Mind of Christ" Text: Philippians 2:5-8 Intro: -Apostle Paul instructs the believer in v5, that he is to have the same mind as Christ did when he walked this earth. -V6. - Paul tells us by the way, Christ Jesus is God. -They are equal. -They one and the same. -1 Tim. 3:16 - Jesus was "God ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross Of Christ

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Apr 7, 2001

Important matters about the cross of Christ: the priority, the pain, and the power of the cross.

THE CROSS OF CHRIST Mark 15:21-39 INTRO.- ILL.- The parents of a ten year old public school boy who was failing fifth grade math decided to enroll their son in a private Catholic school after exhausting all methods. The youngster stormed home the first day of school, walked right past them, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

If Christ Be Not Risen

Contributed by Terry Owens on Apr 14, 2001

What would life be like if Christ had not risen from the grave. Find out as we explore if Christ be not risen.

Have you ever stopped to think what life would be like if an event in your life had been changed? One of my favorite movies at Christmas time is “It’s a wonderful life” a story about George Bailey who found out what it would be like if he had never been born. This past year Nicolas Cage did a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-19

Denomination: Church Of God

To Follow Christ...

Contributed by Troy Mason on Apr 21, 2001

This is what Christ demands if we are to follow Him: Humility, Ministry, Complete Obedience

TO FOLLOW CHRIST… John 21:15-19 Introduction: Jesus is risen, now what? Two weeks after Easter, let’s look at where the disciples were and what Jesus had to say about it. This is what Jesus says to those who would follow Him. I. A lesson in humility A. Peter had seen Jesus several time since the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Baptist

Crucified With Christ

Contributed by Bob Whitchurch on Apr 21, 2001

What the impact of Galatians 2:20 should be in every Christian’s life.

This Scripture, Galatians 2:20 is the confident statement of every true Christian. In this one statement by the Apostle Paul, brings to our hearts the reminder of who the children of God belong to, and the source of the victorious Christian Life in all circumstances. This Scripture should be to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Baptist

United In Christ

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 21, 2000

True unity comes only through Christ

United in Christ Philippians 2:1-11 April 12, 1998 Sunrise Service I. Unity in Spirit and Purpose A. Benefits of believers 1. Encouragement: We have encouragement because we are united with christ, our relationship with God is therefore restored and renewed, it is Christ who encourages us to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God

The Mind Of Christ

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 26, 2000

We need the mind of Christ.

THE MIND OF CHRIST Phil. 2:5-11 INTRO.- ILL.- Jimmy Moore was a dying man. There just wasn’t any future for him. Then he got his chance at life again in the form of a heart transplant at Vanderbilt University. Two years later, he completed the grueling Music City (Nashville, TN), Triathlon ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Aroma Of Christ Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 15, 2001

The Gospel is an "aroma" of life for some and death for others

INTRODUCTION Heroes, in Paul’s day, were usually great generals, leaders of mighty armies, and conquerors of nations. Really it is the same today. That is why we know whom Julius Caesar or Alexander the Great is. These men whose fame and fortune came from desolated cities and enslaved ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cross Of Christ

Contributed by Lindeal Greer on Jan 22, 2001

Christ suffered for our sins.

The Cross of Christ Matt 16: 24 “If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross and follow me.” Consider the cross of Christ- The instrument on which he was killed. (Discuss his death) I Peter 2: 19-24 Isiah 53 “dumb as sheep” His death on the cross was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:6-7, 1 Peter 2:19-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Growth In Christ

Contributed by John Nayadley,jr. on Sep 17, 2002

How we can grow through Christ .

GROWTH IN CHRIST Romans 8:28 “ We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. “ What does it mean to be called by God? Is it like when one of our children are down the road or at a neighbors house and we call them home? No it ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ