Sermons on Desire To See Christ:

Christ Is No Mirage

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jan 16, 2022

Jesus is no mirage, and His resurrection proves it. Jesus gives us the living water of life. He is the oasis that replaces the mirages of this world. Therefore, let's quit falling for the fake, and start living the truth of God through Christ Jesus our Lord.

Christ is No Mirage Isaiah 35:7 Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQefljIpico If I could put a subtitle to today’s message, it would be, “The World’s Mirage verses The Reality of Christ.” As this new year began, the Lord pointed me to present a two-part message revealing how the Cities of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:7

Denomination: Foursquare

Seeing God - Matthew 5:8 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 6, 2024

I believe this is one of the most important sermons I’ve ever preached—especially the first half, which describes what “seeing” an invisible God means, and the specific ways in which seeing God transforms your character. The rest of the message is about how to see God through purity of heart.

Matthew 5:1-12 Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them, saying: 3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Growing In Christ

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 26, 2002

The Beatitudes are markers of growth for the Christians.

INTRODUCTION  How many of you want to live a blessed or happy life?  Today we are going to start a series on what many have called the greatest teachings that have ever been taught.  What Jesus gives to us here is a pathway to being blessed or happy.  What is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Passion Of The Christ

Contributed by Robert Cox on Oct 7, 2006

We know about His passion....where’s yours?

COL 3:1Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. 2Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. 3For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. 4When Christ, who is your life, appears, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Clothed In Christ Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Oct 4, 2020

A sermon explaining how a Christian should be completely infused with Christ's personality, presence, and power.

Clothed In Christ Romans Series CCCAG October 4th, 2020 Scripture- Romans 13:8-14 How many people here will ever admit to having a fashion disaster? I admit I have very little concern or even time to care what the latest fashion is. and I know everyone here is saying we know. This didn't ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Crucified With Christ

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Aug 10, 2016

WE DIED IN CHRIST, RESURRECTED IN CHRIST AND ALIVE IN CHRIST. IT IS ALL ABOUT JESUS CHRIST

CRUCIFIED WITH JESUS MAIN TEXT: GALATIANS 5:24 “And they that are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts”. GALATIANS 2:20 I am crucified with Christ: nevertheless I live; yet not I, but Christ liveth in me: and the life which I now live in the flesh I live ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Knowing Christ Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Oct 30, 2006

This is the second in a series of sermons looking at developing a deeper walk with Christ. It addresses the most important issue in the process, getting to know Christ personally.

Going Deeper Pt 2 - Knowing Christ Philippians 3:1-11 I want to start this morning with the same question I started with last week. How many of you want to find a deeper walk with God? Two reminders I would give you from last week. One, is that God wants a deeper walk with you. Two is the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: *other

To Gain Christ

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Jun 19, 2024

Paul said his earthly achievements were worthless compared to gaining Christ

To Gain Christ Philippians 3:1-8 Good morning. The music group “Bread” had a soft rock song in the early 1970’s called “Everything I own”. Some of the lyrics said… “You sheltered me from harm, kept me warm, kept me warm You gave my life to me, set me free, set me free. The finest years I ever ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Live Is Christ Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 21, 2022

Commentators call vs 21 the ‘heart of the book of Philippians’. Philippians 1:21 For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.

To Live is Christ   Philippians 1:21-30 Introduction Our series is called FUEL FOR YOUR FAITH and we are listening to God through Paul’s letter to the Philippians. First lesson was Focus on the Finish Line - Jesus is coming! Second Lesson was Advancing Through the Challenges of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Seeing Jesus Through The Eyes Of David Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 19, 2023

Are we living in a way that represents His glory and His suffering for others to see and be encouraged by? Or, are we living in a way that detracts from what Jesus has done - so much so that we cannot be effective witnesses for His grace and love?

Alpha and Omega, Part 23 Seeing Jesus through the eyes of David Psalm 22:1-31 Introduction - Last week wrapped up part 1 of our Alpha and Omega series -- CHALL: Do we live with the knowledge that God knows what He’s doing? -- From creation to this moment, God has been preparing us for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Grow In Christ

Contributed by David Rogers on Mar 8, 2008

A message on how each of us are called to grow in Christ and live an life as a testimony to Christ.

To Grow In Christ Philippians 1:21-30 Prayer Introduction Many go through life denying different aspects to God’s word because it does not fit into their idea of how God should think, do, or say. They say this is what God really meant or that was for then this is now and the world is different ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Priority Of Knowing God!

Contributed by Sharon Stonestreet on Mar 21, 2009

How wonderful that God desires and has made a way for us to know Him, it should be our priority to know Him.

THE PRIORITY OF KNOWING GOD! PHIL.3:1-14 Last week I preached that Jesus is our only foundation as a Christian. These scriptures again confirm and emphasize how important it is to make Jesus our priority. Look with me at verses 7,8,&10a. Paul says I count all things loss for the excellence of the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sir, We Would See Jesus

Contributed by Guy Glass on Apr 7, 2023

This message looks at the ways people can see Jesus in us today

PALM SUNDAY 2023 JOHN 12:17–21 NOW THE CROWD THAT WAS WITH HIM WHEN HE CALLED LAZARUS FROM THE TOMB AND RAISED HIM FROM THE DEAD CONTINUED TO SPREAD THE WORD. 18 MANY PEOPLE, BECAUSE THEY HAD HEARD THAT HE HAD PERFORMED THIS SIGN, WENT OUT TO MEET HIM. 19 SO THE PHARISEES SAID TO ONE ANOTHER, “SEE, ...read more

Scripture: John 12:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

Growing In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 26, 2002

If we are going to grow in Christ we must move toward Him.

GROWING IN CHRIST Text: Col. 1:9-14 Introduction A. Read Col. 1:9-14 B. Illustration: One of the most comforting things that you can say to anyone is “I am praying for you.” C. Last week we look at the fact that Paul was praying for the believers in Colosse. This week we will look at what Paul ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Methodist

Of Christ's Resurrection

Contributed by Martin Luther on Jun 1, 2011

A classic Easter sermon by Martin Luther

I. THE STORY OF CHRIST'S RESURRECTION. 1. In the first place we shall briefly examine the text of this narrative, and afterwards speak of the benefits of the resurrection of Christ, and how we should build upon it. The text reads: "And when the sabbath was past." Here we must remember Mark writes ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran