Sermons on Church Body Of Christ:

‘salvation'- Through Christ Alone Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Feb 19, 2008

Jesus is the source of our salvation, but how did he do it? He did it by becoming a man, living a sinless life, dying on the cross as a sacrifice for our sins, and rising from the dead three days later conquering the grave. More than that, Jesus is the so

God’s Wonderful Plan of Salvation! Soteria (Greek) – rescue / safety 1. What does it mean to be saved? • Freedom from the bondage of sin. • Peace with God. • He with us & in us. • Become a new creation. • Indwelling of the Holy Spirit. * It is eternally more important than being saved from fire, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Of Life Before Accepting Christ Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Mar 31, 2008

We are not to dwell in our lives before Christ, but I is good to cognitively think about what our lives apart from Christ were. If we seriously consider it, then we will not so quickly be pulled back into such turmoil and strife.

“Of Life Before Accepting Christ”Ephesians 2:1-3 A Life of Death… A Life of Sin… A Life of disobedience under God’s wrath… Donald Grey Barnhouse, led the son of a prominent American family to the Lord. He was in the service, but he showed the reality of his conversion by immediately ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Came To Be The Devine Saviour

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 19, 2017

Change as we face the future is inevitable. We can determine, at least to some degree how change will play out. This is a New Year's sermon.

JESUS CAME TO BE THE DEVINE SAVIOR LUKE 9:49-56 THIS IS THE LAST SUNDAY OF 2015. I THINK SOME OF YOU WOULD AGREE WITH ME THAT THIS YEAR HAS REALLY FLOWN BY. IT SEEMS AS I GET OLDER THAT THE YEARS GO BY QUICKER FOR ME. 2015 HAD A NUMBER OF POSITIVE THINGS HAPPEN IN THE WORLD AND THERE WERE A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:46-56

Denomination: Baptist

Christ - Priest In Order Of Melchizedek

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 25, 2013

To show that we are like CHRIST a royal priest.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a royal priest? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we are like CHRIST a royal priest. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 5:6 (Amplified Bible) 5:6 As He says also in another place, You are a Priest [appointed] forever after the order (with the rank) of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Message Of Godliness Revealed In Christ Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jun 30, 2013

This is a message dealing with Jesus as the fulfilment of the Mystery of Godliness from 1 Timothy 3:14-16. Because of being preached a day before Canada Day, it also has a slant toward that.

THE MYSTERY OF THE GOSPEL I TIMOTHY 3:14-16 DORN RIDGE JUNE 29, 2013 If you would like to hear an audio MP3 of this message you can listen to it at: http://chirb.it/rf2114 INTRODUCTION: 1.) In the closing verses of 1 Timothy 3, Paul speaks to Timothy about “the greatness of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Kind Of Church Do You Want This To Be?

Contributed by Roger Smith on Oct 8, 2023

Jesus said: Upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it! Considering we are Christ's Church; what kind of church do you want this one to be? Do we want it to be pleasing to the Lord or do we want to just get by until He comes??

INTRODUCTION: Jesus said: Upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it! There’s a rumour going round in the Catholic Church that they are the only true church because they claim they can trace their origins back to the Apostle Peter. That the church is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20, Ephesians 2:19-22, 1 Peter 2:4-5

Denomination: Congregational

It’s Time To Grow Up Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 19, 2015

Peter gives us some straight-forward advice about living for Christ by removing the things which put us in opposition of one another. He also reminds us of our spiritual birth, and shows us that it's time to grow up and move onto maturity in Christ!

“It’s time to grow up” 1 Peter Sermon Series, Part 4 1 Peter 2:1-3 Introduction - (v22) THEREFORE! … We have been purified by obeying the truth -- We’ve cast off the things we desire to fully accept what He has for us -- Why? Because of our sincere love for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A People With Purpose Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Aug 27, 2010

Part 1 the of the series Breaking Free looks at the church. What should the true church today look like?

Breaking Free Part 1: A People with Purpose Pastor Ryan Akers Starting a new 3 week series today called Breaking Free. This is not about breaking free from things like worry or addiction or anything like that. This series is all about the church and about us breaking free of the stereo types and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Dynamics Of Weak And Strong Brethren Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 14, 2025

Understanding these designations and the admonitions given to each group is crucial for maintaining harmony and promoting spiritual growth within the body of Christ.

The Apostle Paul's epistle to the Romans, particularly chapter 14, provides profound insights into the relationships between Christians with varying levels of faith and conviction. This passage distinguishes between two groups within the church: the "weak" brethren and the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1, Romans 14:2, Romans 14:5

Doing It Right Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 7, 2017

Holy Communion is meant to bring us closer to God and to each other, and not separate us.

1 Corinthians 11:17-34 “Doing It Right” INTRODUCTION Do you remember the school days of “Lunch Box Envy”? I do. My mother firmly believed that all school lunches should be packed in an ordinary brown paper bag. Metal lunch boxes with Roy Rogers, Sky King, Buck Rogers or Mighty Mouse were out ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Denomination: Lutheran

Focus On Christ Not Your Fears

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001

To lead the people to understand how to avoid focusing on their fear, but concentrate on the positives we have in Christ.

The Twelve Spies – Numbers 13-14 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand how to avoid focusing on their fear, but concentrate on the positives we have in Christ. Illustration:Where our Captain bids us go, ’Tis not ours to murmur no; He that gives the sword and shield Chooses too the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Christ, The Only Mediator

Contributed by W. Bryan Wheeler on Dec 25, 2001

There is nothing so satisfying, so comforting, so animating to the soul than a Spirit-wrought display of the truth about Jesus Christ as the only way to God.

“JESUS CHRIST OUR ONLY MEDIATOR” - #2 Text: 1 Timothy 2:1-6 Intro: If someone were to ask you to summarize the Bible in five words or less, - How would you answer them? - You might say that the Bible is about … God’s glory and man’s salvation—and that would be an excellent answer. But suppose you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Mediator Of A New Covenant

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 21, 2014

To show that CHRIST is the Mediator of the New Covenant and CHRIST's death saved even those called out people in the Old Testament.

I. EXORDIUM: Are those called in the Old Testament really saved? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that CHRIST is the Mediator of the New Covenant and CHRIST's death saved even those called out people in the Old Testament. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 9:15 (Amplified Bible) ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christ Comes For His Bride Series

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Jul 19, 2013

Gomer's unfaithfulness as a symbol of us, and Hosea's humility in purchasing back his bride as a symbol of Christ's humility to come and suffer for us.

The King Comes for His Bride If you are a little down, and looking for a pick-me-up, the Minor Prophets are probably not the thing to read. Usually within them are some fantastic nuggets of encouragement, and prophecies about Christ's redemption, however, most of what they have to say can be ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

When Christ Is Formed In You

Contributed by Lauri Smalls on Oct 11, 2012

An Advent message

And Mary said: “My soul glorifies the Lord and my spirit rejoices in God my Savior, for he has been mindful of the humble state of his servant. From now on all generations will call me blessed, for the Mighty One has done great things for me— holy is his name. His mercy extends to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Baptist