Sermons on Crown Of Thorns:

"Bethlehem"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Dec 16, 2003

This Christmas message explores the little town of Bethlehem ... how God had prepared Bethlehem for 1700 years for the birth of His Son, Jesus.

“Bethlehem” INTRODUCTION: We think of Bethlehem ONLY as the birthplace of Jesus. Some might even realize that King David was born there. BUT … Bethlehem is mentioned 53 times in Scripture. There are actually 2 BETHLEHEM’s mentioned in the Bible: o NORTH – in Galilee – only 7 miles from ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2

Denomination: Baptist

Life Or Death Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 11, 2016

One of the gifts Jesus was born to give was the gift of Eternal life. How and when did He give us that gift and how does His birth figure into it?

OPEN: Today is the 200th anniversary of the founding of the state of Indiana. Today we have members of the Cass County bi-centennial group present in worship. (We showed pictures of the group on the screen) We’ve had women dressed up to portray the various walks of life, a Union soldier, a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7, Galatians 2:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Story Worth Telling! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 9, 2002

The story of Jesus Christ is still worth telling because it’s not lifeless but full of new life!

A Story worth Telling! Thesis: The story of Jesus Christ is still worth telling because it’s not lifeless but full of new life! Opening Illustration: Opening skit by kids with David Phelps song being played - "End of the Beginning". Song¡¦s message: Verse 1 I was taking a trip on a plane the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-9, Galatians 3:26-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Did Jesus Really Rise Again?

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Sep 18, 2004

the Passion of the Christ

Who is the greatest defense attorney of all time? According to the Guinness Book of World Records the all time best lawyer is Sir Lionel Luckhoo who successfully defended 245 consecutive murder trials. Luckhoo is a real life Perry Mason. How does someone win 245 consecutive murder trials? You ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Final Words

Contributed by Mike Gilbert on Sep 26, 2008

Truths gleaned from Jesus’ words to thief on the cross.

FINAL WORDS INTRO> Something happened a few years ago that had never happened before. For the first time ever, a game show became the #1-rated television show. Regis Philbin served as the original host of “Do You Want To Be A Millionaire?,” where a single contestant sits in chair while lights ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Baptist

Forgive Us (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on May 23, 2023

In part one we will answer 2 questions... #1 Why should we ask God to forgive our debt? #2 When does God forgive our debts?

“Forgive Us...” The King and His Kingdom OKAY – let’s do this... NOW - I want to start off our time this morning by reading several passages of Scripture... AND UNDERSTAND MGCC – there is no better way for us to begin our time of study this or any morning for that matter than by reading God’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Good Friday (B C P). Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 17, 2025

Sermons upon the Bible readings of the Book of Common Prayer.

Psalm 140:1-9, Numbers 21:4-9, Hebrews 10:1-25, John 19:1-37. A). A PRAYER FOR PROTECTION. Psalm 140:1-9. This is a Psalm of David, no doubt from the time when he was pursued by his enemies in the wilderness. The Psalm switches between singular foes: pointing perhaps particularly to king Saul ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 140:1-9, Numbers 21:4-9, Hebrews 10:1-25, John 19:1-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

On The Third Day

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Mar 2, 2023

Today, we are going to open the Sacred Scriptures of Almighty God and relive the death, burial and resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we are going to remind ourselves of the truth of the Resurrection. Today, we are going back to the third day.

The resurrection story is captured in three words, "He is risen". Christianity rises or falls on the resurrection of Jesus Christ. If Jesus Christ did not rise from the dead, our faith is a colossal fraud, it's a masterful hoax. If Jesus Christ did not rise from the dead, the songs ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Unfair, Trying So Hard, I Fail To Overcome, Will I Loose My Crown?

Contributed by Coz Von on Jul 23, 2015

Will God be able to say “good and faithful servant” to a weakling like me? When were not growing your dying - We grow a lot, At some point, will I stop growing and fall away? I am concerned.

Unfair, trying so hard, I fail to overcome, will I loose my Salvation? will God be able to say “good and faithful servant” to a weakling like me? When were not growing your dying - We grow a lot, At some point, will I stop growing and fall away? I am concerned. We are on this narrow ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16, Hebrews 7:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stephen --A Man Who Wore Many Hats(Deacon, Evangelist, Convict,crown) Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Sep 8, 2014

Appointed as one of the men to wait on the widows in the church Stephen quickly progressed to evangelistic work, and his preaching of Jesus Christ. It was this preaching that had him put to death.

Stephen --A Man Who Wore Many Hats(Deacon, Evangelist, Convict,Crown) Acts 6:8-7:60 INTRODUCTION: 1.) Last week we were introduced to a number of men who served in the distribution of food in the church. 2.) One of these Greek men was Stephen. 3.) This morning, I want to look further at ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Is This King?

Contributed by Blake Inscore on Sep 25, 2008

So, who is this King? How could One who faced such obvious defeat bring overwhelming victory to all who believe?

Introduction At the end our worship today we are going to be sharing in the Lord’s Supper. It is a time where we can unite together to celebrate the great gift of God through His Son Jesus Christ. Our theme for our message today is: Who is this King? It is a question that a king himself asked. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Blood Of The New Covenant

Contributed by William Baeta on Oct 9, 2002

“And He took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them saying, ‘this is my body which is given for you; do this in remembrance of me.’ Likewise He also took the cup after supper saying, ‘this cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is shed f

Luke 22:14-22 Theme: The blood of the new covenant Text: Luke 22:14-22 Today is worldwide communion day and to celebrate our unity in the Body of Christ we have gathered from various congregations in the district to partake of the Holy Communion. The communion, using the elements of bread and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Good News You Can Use!

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Aug 26, 2002

An inspirational message on how to use God’s Word to enhance your daily walk with Him and your bretheren!

Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks The Ministry of S.A.R.A.H. PRAYER: Father God, Thank You for the way in which you have me living my life in full recognition of the power You have over me. Without You, I could do nothing and could be nothing great or small. I humble myself Lord to those ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15, Ephesians 6:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Importance Of The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jul 22, 2001

Part of an adult Sunday school class series on the Person of Christ.

1. To the Old Testament prophecies. Paul writes that Christ’s resurrection, as well as His death, was “according to the Scriptures” (1 Cor. 15:4), which means primarily the Old Testament writings. David prophesied of Christ’s resurrection when he wrote, “For thou wilt not leave my soul in hell ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Christ's Power Over Death, Sin And The Devil

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Learning to appropriate the power of the resurrection is a key to experiencing the conquering power over our fear of death, the lures of sin and the oppression from the devil. Whenever I feel afraid I begin to sing the song, "In the name of Jesus. We have

The Lord Jesus Assures Us of Power Over Death, Sin and the Devil (Matt 26:45-50) Learning to appropriate the power of the resurrection is a key to experiencing the conquering power over our fear of death, the lures of sin and the oppression from the devil. Whenever I feel afraid I begin to sing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational