Sermons on Communion Metaphors:

Jesus Cleans His Father's House

Contributed by John Murphy on Mar 25, 2010

Was Jesus cleansing the temple a random act or was there something far deeper?

The Passover is not something most Christians give much thought to, unless they come across it in their bible readings. It was however the most important feast the Jews celebrated. It would be like our thanksgiving. It was a festive time and also a time of reflection. Like our communion tables ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Rooted In Jesus

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 29, 2011

All hope of man’s redemption is founded on Christ, in Whom alone are all complete fullness, perfections, and sufficiency. There is a completion or a filling up, in him, so as to leave nothing wanting.

Opening illustration: There was once a farmer who went to town to purchase seeds for his farm. As he was returning home one of the squash seeds he had purchased fell from his pocket onto the ground. It happened that within a few feet was another seed of a different type. The place where the two ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Way Back

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 14, 2017

The way back to God after having sinned against Him is to offer Him a contrite and broken heart. God disciplines those He loves out of mercy in order to bring us back into a faithful relationship with Him.

TAKING SHORTCUTS Jeremiah 3:3-5 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 We are told in Scripture to love the Lord our God with all our heart and with all your soul and with all our mind (Matthew 22:37). One of the criteria in becoming a born-again believer is to surrender and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 3:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Christ--The Cornerstone Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 25, 2013

A spiritual temple requires a very specific kind of building material. It is to be built of living stones—the very lives of those who have become spiritually alive through faith in Jesus Christ. Such building must begin with Jesus for He alone is the foun

1 PETER 2: 4-6 [Renewing Hope Series] JESUS CHRIST--THE CORNERSTONE [Matthew 7: 24-27 / Ephesians 2:20--22] God has called us to the life of building, not destroying. After Peter has instructed us to rid ourselves of evil and to grow up in our salvation, he proceeds to tell us how to do that. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

Advent - The Fulfilment Of Prophecy Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 9, 2019

From Genesis to Malachi, there are over 300 specific prophecies detailing the coming of this anointed one. Advent helps us to remember and celebrate the amazing truth of John 3:16-17.

Advent - The Fulfilment of Prophecy Today is the second Sunday of Advent, the word Advent comes from the Latin verb ‘venio’ - to come - and ‘advenio’ - to come towards. Advent helps us to remember and celebrate the amazing truth of John 3:16-17, “This is how God loved the world: He gave His one ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17, Isaiah 11:1, Matthew 1:1, Micah 5:2, Isaiah 7:14, Matthew 1:22-23, Zechariah 9:9, Matthew 21:1-5, John 20:25, Matthew 22:35, Mark 15:34, Psalm 22:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Did Jesus Go To Hell On The Sabbath Before Easter Sunday?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 6, 2023

Not much is said about the Sabbath day that followed the death of Jesus and preceded Easter resurrection morning

Jesus willingly gave His life on a Friday afternoon before sunset when the Sabbath began. It is known as Good Friday because He forgave all sin on the Cross and conquered death. Not much is said about the Sabbath day that followed His death and preceded Easter resurrection morning in modern Western ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:15, 1 Peter 3:18-22, Acts 2:24-32, Philippians 2:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Prayer Agenda (Pt 2) Series

Contributed by Art Campbell on Mar 14, 2022

The second part of the prayer moves from ‘You’ — God — to ‘us’ and our more earthly concerns.

Last week we began looking at God’s agenda for prayer through the lens of the Lord’s Prayer. We saw that according to our recent survey a lot of us are struggling with prayer. Many of us don’t pray at all and quite a number only pray two or three times a week. I suggested that part of our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

Ascension And Return

Contributed by Mathew Philip on Mar 6, 2023

"This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven.” (Acts 1:11)

The Miraculous Ascension Jesus is a fulfilled Biblical theme. After Resurrection Sunday, Jesus led the disciples out as far as Bethany, and lifting up his hands he blessed them. While he blessed them, he parted from them and was carried up into heaven (Luke 24:50-51). Luke began his Gospel with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:11

Denomination: Other

The Fake Gospel

Contributed by Lee Houston on Mar 22, 2023

Many churches have forsaken the Word of God and embraced worldly views of right and wrong. These churches conform both in language and practices to what the World would have them believe thus contorting Christian love to include sinful acts.

Title: The Fake Gospel Central idea: Many protestant denominations are engaged in a spiritual war. Think with me for a few minutes about the state of American churches. Many have forsaken the Word of God and embraced worldly views of right and wrong. These churches conform both in language ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3-4, 1 Corinthians 6:9-10, 1 John 2:4, Romans 16:17-18, Isaiah 29:3, Matthew 7:21-23, Revelation 3:14-22  (view more)  (view less)

Transformed By Love: Living For Christ's Sake - 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 6, 2024

In 2 Corinthians 5:14-15, the apostle Paul presents a compelling argument for the transformative power of Christ's love in our lives. Let us explore this scripture together and discover how embracing Christ's love can lead to a life lived for His sake.

Transformed by Love: Living for Christ's Sake - 2 Corinthians 5:14-15 Introduction: Today, we explore the profound truths found in 2 Corinthians 5:14-15. In these verses, the apostle Paul presents a compelling argument for the transformative power of Christ's love in our lives. Let us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-15, John 3:16, Matthew 16:24, Matthew 16:16, Galatians 2:20, Acts 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Atonement Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Apr 19, 2024

Isaiah’s prophecy is important because everything that happened to Jesus was a part of God’s plan. A plan for all people!

INTRODUCTION - Last week, when we started this series, I said that the entire Bible was about Jesus. Sometimes, He sits under the surface of the page; other times, He is hidden between the lines, but this week, we will see Jesus jumping out of the page of the text. - Our text today will illuminate ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Blood Still Works PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power, bearing, and blessings of Christ's sacrifice, emphasizing its ongoing relevance and healing potential in our lives today.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we come together to marvel at the wonders of our Savior's love. We are here to immerse ourselves in the profound mystery of our faith, to let the words of the Holy Scripture wash over us, and to allow the Holy Spirit to illuminate our hearts. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-5

Topics: Power Of Blood, Works In Our Lives

Why "once Saved Always Saved" Is Such A Dangerous False Doctrine

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 27, 2021

Why do we cling to error, even when the truth is so clear? Perhaps it is because we prefer a certain formula that we find comforting.

Hebrews 3:12-14 "Take care, brothers, lest there be in any of you an evil, unbelieving heart, leading you to fall away from the living God. 13 But exhort one another every day, as long as it is called “today,” that none of you may be hardened by the deceitfulness of sin. 14 For we have come to ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11, Hebrews 3:12-14, Romans 11:11-31

Denomination: Salvation Army

Is Walking With God Worth It?

Contributed by Michael Schwer on Oct 18, 2000

When its tempting to wonder if walking with God is really worth it - think of Psalm 73

As we turn to Psalm 73 let me ask you a question. · Have you ever wondered why it seems that the people that are prospering in this world are those who have no respect for God or His ways? · Has it every grated on you that those who are trying to be obedient to God and live a life in right standing ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Cologne

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Feb 25, 2003

We carry the aroma of Jesus among a lost and dying world as Jesus leads us triumphantly.

I. Paradox – Zechariah 9:12 - prisoners of hope – slaves yet free at the same time – continue this today as well as some others II. Triumphal procession – Roman procession after victory A. Generally, to be led in a triumphant procession means to be a prisoner of war – Spartacus – Kirk Douglas – ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Denomination: Lutheran