Sermons on Christs Purpose:

Commitment To Christ #2 Series

Contributed by Rule Digal on Apr 2, 2008

let us listen to the words and statements of those who literally “left” everything to follow the Lord. Let’s listen to what John had to say about following our Savior.

Theme: Committed to Jesus (Pt.2) Text: 1 John 2 Introduction A. Last Sunday we learned what it means to be committed to follow Jesus. Three would-be disciples of Jesus failed to exhibit a kind of commitment that He required from those who would follow Him. One was actually not willing to pay the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Jesus Christ Is Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Apr 1, 2011

What we know of God, we know through Jesus.

First Presbyterian Church Wichita Falls, Texas April 3, 2011 WHO JESUS CHRIST IS Jesus Christ -- The Center of Our Faith: Part 1 Isaac Butterworth Hebrews 1:1-3 (NIV) 1 In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways, 2 but in these last days ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-3

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Soldier Of Christ In Service

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 10, 2014

To show that we need to do our soldier function here on earth, not to be entangled again with the affairs of this world, and to satisfy and please our LORD JESUS CHRIST.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a soldier of CHRIST? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to do our soldier function here on earth, not to be entangled again with the affairs of this world, and to satisfy and please our LORD JESUS CHRIST. IV. TEXT: 2 Timothy 2:4 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Freed To Be Like Christ Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 6, 2024

Paul defines the freedom we have in Christ, warning the church of the danger to watch out for and the deceivers to guard against, and highlighting the true definition of freedom in Christ.

Gal 5:1-15 FREED TO BE LIKE CHRIST Paul concluded chapter 4 emphasizing the truth that we, as Christians, are no longer living under the slavery to the law. • We are children of the promise, living in the freedom that Christ has obtained for us through the cross. • He uses the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Church Of Christ 5

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Mar 14, 2016

Those that fall by the way side, in spite of the claims of sins, Jesus is calling and he came for all sinners---the sinner in each and every one of us with the gift of eternal life.

THE CHURCH OF CHRIST 5 by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (March 14, 2016) “A sower went out to sow his seed: and as he sowed some fell by the way side; and it was trodden down, and the fowls of the air devoured it....And his disciples asked him, saying, What might this parable ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:5-12

Denomination: Friends

Who We Are In Christ Series

Contributed by Troy Campbell on Mar 23, 2016

We must understand who we are in Christ in order to access all the power we have available to us through His Name.

Title: The Name of Jesus – 7 “Who We Are In Christ” Text: Philippians 2:9-11 We have been learning some tremendous truths concerning the Name of Jesus for the past several weeks. I was in prayer this week wondering what to preach for seniors. I want the perfect message ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Alleluia Christ Is Risen

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Mar 23, 2016

The Sunday School teacher asked the class " What do you think were Jesus first words when he came out of the tomb?" A little girl shouted frantically I know!, I know!" Extending her arms into the air she said " TA DA!". Beloved "TA DA the Lord has risen!"

It is Easter... The day that we celebrate the resurrection ... of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. A time when Alleluias fill the air: Beloved ... You know the response: Alleluia Christ is Risen...... (Pause) The Lord is Risen in Deed Alleluia. There is a story that I love so well ... that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 Corinthians 15:12-26

Denomination: Anglican

If Christ Had Not Come

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 28, 2022

If Christ Had Not Come Then... (Outline and seed thought adapted from a book by Leslie Flynn called, "Christmas Messages,", chapter by the same title)

HoHum: Love the movie, “It’s a Wonderful Life.” George Bailey has so many problems he is thinking about ending it all- and it’s Christmas! As the angels discuss George, we see his life in flashbacks. As George is about to jump from the bridge, he ends up rescuing his guardian angel, Clarence ...read more

Scripture: John 15:22-25, Romans 3:25-26, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4, Ecclesiastes 1:9, 1 Peter 2:21, Hebrews 2:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Identity In Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 3, 2023

This sermon encourages embracing life's struggles as opportunities for God to shape us into the people He calls us to be, through faith and trust in Him.

Welcome, beloved friends and family in Christ, to another blessed gathering where we come together, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as a community bound by the love and grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. We gather here, not in our own strength or wisdom, but in humble recognition of our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1-3

Topics: Aligning Perspective, God's View

Shine Like Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 22, 2024

This sermon explores how to embody Jesus' call to be the 'salt of the earth' and 'light of the world' in our daily lives.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be gathered together in His name, isn't it? To be nestled in the warmth of His love, in the comfort of His grace, and in the fellowship of His people. This morning, as we open our hearts to God's Word, we are going to be drawing from the wellspring ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-13

Topics: Light, Salt

Victory Through Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024

This sermon encourages Christians to actively live out their faith, relying on God's strength and grace, and to remain faithful in all life's situations.

Grace and peace to you, my brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to gather once again in the loving embrace of our Savior, Jesus Christ. We stand firm today, not by our own strength, but by the grace of God that is freely given unto us. We are here to celebrate our shared faith, to strengthen ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:24

Topics: Engaging, Faithful

Finding Your Place Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 10, 2009

How do you get a sense of well being, identity and purpose? Is it by how you feel inside and how you compare to others outside? Paul gives us some wonderful advice on how to deal with this as a member of the body of Christ.

Last time we talked about how to respond to God’s mercy—by making ourselves available to God by putting ourselves on the altar as a living sacrifice, shunning the molding of the world on our character externally, while embracing the transformation of our character internally by the presence of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Bumpin Into Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Nov 27, 2018

This sermon is about making an effort to encounter Jesus in an intentional way instead of just bumping into him on occasion. It should cause us to look at our relationship with Christ and evaluate whether we are in a relationship with Jesus or if he is just a casual acquaintance.

In our scripture today we find Jesus surrounded by a large crowd on His way to the home of a synagogue official named Jarius’ whose daughter is dying. Now in the whole of the scripture today we learn of two separate miracles but I want to focus on just one today. I want to focus not on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:43-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Young People Should Live

Contributed by Ken Harris on Jan 14, 2005

The purpose of this sermon is TO TEACH the hearers HOW YOUNG PEOPLE SHOULD LIVE for God.

U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker, Taegu, South Korea BIG IDEA: YOUNG PEOPLE SHOULD REMEMBER TOMORROW THAT GOD HAS NOT FORGOTTEN THE CHOICES THEY’VE MADE TODAY. REFERENCES: Eccl 11:9-12:1 (MSG) You who young, make the most of your youth. Relish your youthful ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus The Giver Of Life

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 27, 2008

Jesus came into this world for one purpose only and that was to pay mankinds sin debt.

John 12:23- 28 Jesus Christ The Only Begotten Son of God, was born of a virgin and came into this world for one purpose only, and that was to pay mans sin debt as He died there on the cruel cross of Calvary. Listen as I read today’s text found in John 12: 23-28 ...read more

Scripture: John 12:23-28

Denomination: Baptist