Sermons on Connected Through Christ:

Christ's Power Dwells On The Weak

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jul 22, 2009

So often our lives seem weak and frail. Has God failed us? Not at all! Through the Apostle Paul, learn of God’s power and grace that is at work for you. Parts: A. Lord Jesus, use my weakness for your sake. B. Lord Jesus, your grace never falls short.

Text: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 Theme: Christ’s Power Dwells on the Weak A. Lord Jesus, use my weakness for your sake B. Lord Jesus, your grace never falls short Season: Pentecost 7b Date: July 19, 2009 Web page: ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Chosen In Christ--But For What?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 2, 2024

The choice is tied up with the Father’s decision to adopt us as sons and daughters, siblings by adoption with His only-begotten Son. For what purpose? We are so favored so that we might praise the glory of God’s grace granted us through the beloved Son, His life, passion, death and Resurrection.

Fifteenth Sunday in Course 2024 St. Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians anchors our Scriptures today. Paul is acting as a prophet/teacher for the Church at Ephesus but the universal feel of this letter suggests to us that it’s more like an encyclical or circular letter for all of the churches in that ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:12-15, Ephesians 1:3-14, Mark 6:7-13, Psalm 85:9-13

Denomination: Catholic

The Zeal Of Christ Series

Contributed by Don Hutto on May 5, 2001

Can we say that the great passion of our life is the same as it is for our Lord?

"I Believe What The Bible Says … … About the Zeal of Christ" John 2:12-22 Each of us has a great passion in our life. For some it is family; for others it is recreation; still others, their work. The consuming passion of Jesus was the Lord’s House. As He came to the Temple, ...read more

Scripture: John 2:12-22

Denomination: Baptist

Witnessing For Christ

Contributed by Leslie Trombly on Jun 24, 2001

How to be Witness foe Christ.

Blessings to each one who hears this. Today’s lesson is to help your witnessing for Jesus Christ in your life on a daily basis. Each of us can be an inspirer and encourager of witnessing to others of Jesus Christ and His glory. I will teach you how to enhance your abilities to witness to the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:8-20, 3 John 3:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Authority Of Christ

Contributed by Quintin Marrow on Oct 18, 2000

Text Summary: In his narrative of Jesus’ teaching and the exorcism in the synagogue in Capernaum, Mark demonstrates that Jesus is the Son of God, and, as such, that He alone possesses the authority of God the Father.

Text Summary: In his narrative of Jesus’ teaching and the exorcism in the synagogue in Capernaum, Mark demonstrates that Jesus is the Son of God, and, as such, that He alone possesses the authority of God the Father. INTERPRETATION: Jesus’ authority is demonstrated: 1) In His teaching (vv. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Christ's Challenges

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 7, 2000

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18 “AND A CERTAIN RULER QUESTIONED HIM, SAYING, ‘GOOD TEACHER, WHAT SHALL I DO TO INHERIT ETERNAL LIFE?’ 19 AND JESUS SAID TO HIM, ‘WHY DO YOU CALL ME GOOD? NO ONE IS GOOD EXCEPT GOD ALONE. 20 YOU KNOW THE COMMANDMENTS, DO NOT COMMIT ADULTRY, DO NOT MURDER, DO NOT STEAL, DO NOT BEAR FALSE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-23

Denomination: Orthodox

For Christ's Sake

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 5, 2000

How we should conduct ourselves for Christ’s sake

EPH.4:29-32 "FOR CHRIST’S SAKE" INTRO: Eph.4 teaches the walk and service of the believer. The Christian walk and service are not according to man made rules or standards. It does not mean that we are supposed to sign a pledge that we will not go here or there, or do this or that. We are to walk ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Compassion Of Christ

Contributed by Marianne Unger on Jun 23, 2004

There is no sin that is too big for God’s forgiveness.

The story of the Geresene Demoniac. This story gives me chills. There is so much meaning beyond the words written on the page. There are so many questions to be asked. Jesus enters a town that is obviously not filled with Jews. The first question to be asked is, Are they Gentiles or Heathens. We ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:23-29

Denomination: *other

Incarnation Of Christ Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 28, 2004

what does the incarnation mean

INCARNATION There have been some one hit wonders in the pop world. One was Joan Osborne’s song What if God was one of us? Some of the lyrics go as follows: If God had a name, what would it be? And would you call it to his face, If you were faced with him in all his glory? What would you ask if ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Identity Of Christ Series

Contributed by David Seeley on Sep 21, 2004

First in a five week series about Jesus Christ. I trust this series will give us a new appreciation for who Jesus Christ is and what He has done.

The Identity of Christ Text: Matthew 16:13-17 I. The common question—Whom do men say that I am? Some say Jesus was a prophet. Others say He was a great teacher. Religions of the world admit that He was a good man. But really, who is this Jesus which is called Christ? “You can speak of Jesus as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-17

Denomination: Holiness

The Wonder Of Christ Series

Contributed by David Seeley on Sep 21, 2004

Second in a five week series. I trust this series will help us gain a new appreciation for who Jesus Christ is and what He did for us.

The Wonder of Christ Text: Isaiah 9:6 He is wonderful in His birth A. It was a prophetic birth 1. Gen. 3:15 predicts He would be born of the seed of a woman. (fulfilled in Gal. 4:4) 2. Isaiah 7:14 predicts He would be born of a virgin (fulfilled in Matt. 1, Luke 1) 3. Ps. 2:7 predicts He would be ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Holiness

The Inquiry Of Christ Series

Contributed by David Seeley on Sep 21, 2004

Fourth in a five week series. I trust this series will help us gain a new appreciation for who Jesus Christ is and what He did for us.

The Inquiry of Christ Text: John 21:15-17 Give background of the text: >Peter and Friends fishing >Jesus is risen and has appeared to several people. >Jesus appears on the scene and provides the fish that the disciples needed. After a meal of fish and bread, Jesus takes Peter aside and begins to ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

Denomination: Holiness

Encountering Christ Series

Contributed by David Seeley on Sep 21, 2004

Fifth in a five week series. I trust this series will help us gain a new appreciation for who Jesus Christ is and what He did for us. This message was preached on Palm Sunday, the on Easter Sunday ended the series by preaching on and serving the Lord’s su

Encountering Christ Text: John 4:1-14 Tell the story of the Samaritan Woman at the well and bring out these points. I. In spite of her past Jesus offered this woman a possibility. (John 4:10) “Jesus answered and said unto her, If thou knewest the gift of God, and who it is that saith to thee, Give ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

Christ The Servant

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

The example Jesus gives us of humble servanthood

“Christ the Servant” Philippians 2 Intro: Last week, we talked about things that were of more value than they appeared. Remember the $100,000 Tiffany lamp? Remember this clay jar? Remember we talked about Christ as the Secret Treasure? We learned that we should value him. How how you shown ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:4-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sacrifice Of Christ

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This sermon give three reasons why Christ went to the cross.

I. Introduction a. Have you ever had someone do something for you that you didn’t deserve? b. Paul wrote to the in Romans that Christ had done something that no one deserved. c. Christ has done something for you d. Why Did Christ Die? II. The First Reason is because we needed it. (6-7) a. No ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Baptist