Sermons on Dependence On Christ:

In Christ Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 28, 2016

What does it mean to be IN CHRIST?

At the beginning of the study I invited you to pay attention to all the times you hear the phrase "In Christ" Today we'll look at that concept. Let's back up Verse 1: to . . . the faithful in Christ Verse 3: God . . . has blessed us in heavenly places in Christ Verse4: . . . chosen in Him . . ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7-13

Denomination: *other

The Christ Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 29, 2022

"Christ" was not Jesus' last name. It was a description of WHO He was. So what does it mean that Jesus is the Christ, and what difference can that make in our lives?

OPEN: St. John’s University is a private religious college in the state of New York, and sometime back someone apparently wrote some graffiti on one of the walls which said this: “Jesus said unto them: ‘Who do you say that I am?’ And they replied: ‘You are the eschatological manifestation of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

But Christ!

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 6, 2019

The way into the Holiest.

BUT CHRIST! Hebrews 9:1-14. We have been comparing and contrasting the new covenant with the old, the heavenly tabernacle with the earthly; the substance with its shadow (cf. Hebrews 8:1-13). Also the ministry of Jesus with that of Aaron (cf. Hebrews 5:1-10). In this passage we see ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Sep 14, 2021

As we reflect on Jesus in Mark 8, we come to one of the most basic truths about Jesus, the Essential King Jesus in this passage is: Jesus is the Christ.

ESSENTIAL KING JESUS: CHRIST MARK 8:27-30 #kingjesus USE AUDIO BIBLE: Mark Chapter 8:1-38 [5:37] https://www.biblegateway.com/audio/mclean/esv/Mark.8 INTRODUCTION… Funny Job Titles, blog.ongig.com/job-titles/funny-job-titles/ A job title tells much about the job that a person does. It shares ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Path To Peace - Outline

Contributed by Andre King on Sep 15, 2015

Peace in The Body of Christ Depends on every member!

I – Peace Depends on Peace-laboring Leaders - 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13 1 – Essential to unity. 2- 1 Peter 5:1-3 – “exhort the elders…elders…exercise oversight…” a. Peace filled leader’s labor in teaching truth. b. Examples to the flock ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Pilgrim's Memoirs

Contributed by Wann Fanwar on Jul 19, 2004

This sermon looks at the Christian life as a pligrimage and suggests that a successful pilgrimage is dependent upon having a faith like Abraham’s.

A Pilgrim’s Memoirs Hebrews 11:8-19 For the last 23 years, my family and I have wandered from country to country. As perpetual wanderers, we have often searched for a home church in each country we have sojourned. Yet each time we knew that we would wander again. In a sense we are living ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:8-19

Denomination: Adventist

The Religious Leaders Missed The First Christmas Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Dec 3, 2021

We are in danger of becoming indifferent to the things of God.

INTRODUCTION Most of life is made up of ordinary moments. You wake up, you head out to work, you must deal with people throughout the day, and no ordinary day would be complete without having to solve a problem or two. Yet, sometimes extraordinary events can break into those ordinary moments. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:4-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Sep 12, 2013

The analogy of the child being the greatest in God’s Kingdom was completely contrary to the prevailing culture then and now. Imagine how His disciples must have reacted to Jesus then and how indifferent it is even today.

Opening illustration: If God was taking resumes, what would you put on yours? In other words, what makes a good Christian? What would really impress them when you arrive in heaven? Experience, qualifications, references, character traits … The reason I asked is because followers of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Exaudi

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 18, 2014

A study to encourage the People of God to depend on Him when facing battles.

“We do not know what to do, but our eyes are on you.” [1] Exaudi – hear us Lord. The world rests upon Your commandments, O God. It is Your faithfulness to the world which provides stability for the commands You have given, O Lord. It is Your wrath which hides Your commandments ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:12

Denomination: Baptist

Faith That Pays When The Paycheck Delays PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2025

Trust God to provide for your needs, focus on His Kingdom above all else, and find peace in His faithful care despite financial uncertainty.

Some of us walked in today with a calculator in our pocket and a knot in our stomach. The paycheck was thin, the pantry looks tired, and the math refuses to cooperate. You’ve pinched pennies, stretched spaghetti, checked the account twice, and still you wonder, Will there be enough? Have you ever ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19, Psalm 37:25, Matthew 6:33

Topics: Provision, God's Supply, Dependence

#62 Two Rocks Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Feb 13, 2022

In the story of Jesus being brought to His Jewish trial, Mark portrays two “rocks” – Jesus the solid rock and Peter, the “cracked rock.” This sermon contrasts the steadfastness of Jesus to Peter’s denials and challenges us to think about what these two examples teach us in our lives personally.

#62 Two Rocks Series: Mark Chuck Sligh February 13, 2022 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Mark 14:53-72 – "And they led ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:53-72

Denomination: Baptist

Money Worries: What Is God’s Biggest Offer To Help With My Money Worries? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 7, 2014

A look at the need to delegate our money worries to God and how to do that.

WHAT IS GOD'S BIGGEST OFFER TO HELP WITH MY MONEY WORRIES? You can delegate them all to Him. - Luke 12:30-31. - These verses give us an incredible promise that God will handle our money worries if we give them to Him. - That’s an awesome offer and one that we should grasp onto. HOW DO ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-31

Denomination: Baptist

Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Apr 10, 2018

THIS IS A SERMON WHICH IS PART OF A SERIES ON THE LORD'S PRAYER. OUR DAILY BREAD SPEAKS TO THE SOVEREIGNTY OF GOD, AND OUR ASSURANCE THAT WE CAN DEPEND ON HIM TO MEET OUR DAILY NEEDS.

GIVE US THIS DAY OUR DAILY BREAD MATTHEW 6:11 WHEN I WAS A YOUNGSTER I USED TO LOVE THE WEEKENDS. WE COULD PLAY ALL DAY SATURDAY, BUT WHAT I LOOKED FORWARD TO THE MOST ABOUT SATURDAY, WAS THAT WAS THE DAY MOM MADE BREAD AND ROLLS. I REMEMBER A BIG IRON WASH BASIN THAT SHE USED FOR COOKING. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Let The Children Come To Me Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 3, 2015

Jesus blessing the children in Luke 18:15-17 shows us a prerequisite for entry into the kingdom of God.

Scripture Do you remember Art Linkletter’s radio show with the segment, “Kids Say the Darndest Things”? Bill Cosby also hosted a show with the same name. I was reminded of these shows when I read the following story. Five-year-old Kayse Poland grew more and more excited about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Fog

Contributed by Patrick Ziegler on Jul 10, 2004

Subject: Friend Central Theme: Who is the friend of God? Objective: Every person should become the friend of God because of God’s Qualities.

The FOG Proverbs 18:24, John 15:14-15 July 14, 2002 Friend Day AM Subject: Friend Central Theme: Who is the friend of God? Objective: Every person should become the friend of God because of God’s Qualities. Introduction: I love these friend days that we have. This is our second annual Friend ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:24

Denomination: *other