Sermons on Forerunner To Messiah:

Jesus In The Law Series

Contributed by Floyd Johnson on Dec 2, 2006

The Old Testament points toward the New. The Old Testament points toward Jesus. This week we look at the Pentateuch.

Intro.: I remember when I was a Boy Scout many years ago. 1.One of the skills that we had to learn was to follow tracking details left by our scout leader. 2.The three of us on our team got lost. 3.Actually we got set up – because the team that went before us had taken the clues and changed them ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-19

Denomination: Methodist

Reason Enough

Contributed by Cohss Spiritsong on Jan 8, 2014

The Christmas story from a shepherd's perspective.

“Another night going to sleep hungry. Why did I ever agree with my father that I would take the flock out this year?” he thought. He’d been away from his family for a long time, taking care of the sheep, making sure they had enough to eat, making sure they were protected, making ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-19

Denomination: *other

The Christmas Star

Contributed by Richard Stevens on Sep 17, 2024

The Star of Christmas is not the star that led the Maji from Mesopotamia to Jerusalem and ultimately to Bethlehem. It's not the star on the top of our Christmas tree, not Santa Claus, not our good feelings, good will, gifts, hopes for peace, celebrations or any of the rest.

SLIDE – Introduction I want to talk a little while this morning about the Star of Christmas. Now, I’m NOT talking about the Star that appeared to the Maji. That Star they led from Mesopotamia over to Jerusalem. That Star that King Herod couldn’t see and didn’t know about. So, Herod called ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-15, Luke 2:11

Denomination: Baptist

Martha's Confession Of Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 3, 2024

This sermon explores Martha's faith in Jesus as the resurrection and life, encouraging us to trust God amidst doubts and fears, and embrace His promise of resurrection.

Good morning, beloved friends. We gather here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the grand narrative of faith. We are united by a shared hope, a common purpose, and a mutual love for our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the eleventh chapter of ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-27

Topics: Belief

A John The Baptist Generation

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Feb 26, 2001

We need a "John the Baptist" generation of Christians to prepare people’s heart for the Lord’s entrance into their life and His return to this earth

A “JOHN THE BAPTIST” GENERATION MATT 11:7-15 I. THE MINISTRY OF JOHN A. Character and ministry of John (7-8 - What went ye out to see) -John was a man living in the wilderness and looked like the wilderness he lived in -he was not shaken by the questioning Pharisees or Herod’s threats B. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:7-15

Denomination: Church Of God

No Contest Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

REBELLIOUS WORLD LEADERS MUST BOW DOWN BEFORE GOD’S ANOINTED RULER OR BE BROKEN BY GOD’S WRATH

BIG IDEA: REBELLIOUS WORLD LEADERS MUST BOW DOWN BEFORE GOD’S ANOINTED RULER OR BE BROKEN BY GOD’S WRATH Note: It is important to determine who is speaking in each section I. (:1-3) THE FUTILITY OF FIGHTING AGAINST THE RULE OF GOD -- FORGET IT! A. (:1) It Doesn’t Make any Sense "Why are the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christmas And Joy: A Natural Combination Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 19, 2011

Like peanut butter and jelly, Christmas and joy belong together.

Christmas and Joy: A Natural Combination (topical) 1. For some people this year, Christmas is hard; first Christmas without a loved one, perhaps. Or a terminal ailment is hanging on someone’s head, and they know that this will be their last Christmas. Or a marriage has broken up, and this will be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:42-48

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The King Has Arrived

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Mar 22, 2016

Jesus was making a public announcement about His identity yet they accused Him of failing to say just who He was.

The King has arrived! Matthew 21:1-10 Message: Today we celebrate Palm Sunday. For us it is an acknowledgement that Jesus is the Messiah, the Promised one of God, Emmanuel, the Prince of Peace. We can shout together “Hosanna to the Son of David!” “Blessed is he who comes in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Your Transfiguration For Jesus

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jul 13, 2021

Transfiguration represents a change. Therefore, what changes did you make in your life when you became a disciple. Or what changes do you still need to make?

Your Transfiguration for Jesus Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Mark 9:1-13 Mark 9:1 And Jesus was saying to them, "Truly I say to you, there are some of those who are standing here who will not taste death until they see the kingdom of God after it has come with power." Mark 9:2 Six ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

All I Want For Christmas Is ... Joy

Contributed by W F on Nov 5, 2006

Where you can get some Christmas Joy

ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS ... JOY "But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people" (Luke 2:10). There are so many good reasons for us to be afraid in the world at the moment, and there are so many things that are out there just ...read more

Denomination: *other

All I Want For Christmas Is ... Joy Series

Contributed by W F on Dec 19, 2005

Where you can get some Christmas Joy

ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS IS ... JOY "But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people" (Luke 2:10). There are so many good reasons for us to be afraid in the world at the moment, and there are so many things that are out there just ...read more

Denomination: *other

Stephen’s Witness To The Jews, And Ours

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 26, 2009

We need to consider the early Church’s message to their elder brothers, the Jews, and our attitude of love for them today.

December 26, 2009 St. Stephen, protomartyr Once the Church of the first decade accepted the reality that the scandalous execution of the Messiah, Jesus, was really the beginning of the transformation of man into the obedient child of God, a new scandal occupied their attention. And so, with the ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Burning Coal From Heaven’s Altar

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 10, 2023

Seraphim brought a burning coal in his hand taken with tongs from the heaven’s altar (Isaiah 6:6). Seraphim are six-winged “fiery” angels who surround God.

Seraphim brought a burning coal in his hand taken with tongs from the heaven’s altar (Isaiah 6:6). Seraphim are six-winged “fiery” angels who surround God. Fiery means consisting of fire or burning strongly and brightly. Imagine how hot the altar in heaven is if a Seraphim needed to use ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:6

Jesus My Righteousness Series

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 17, 2008

Salvation through faith in Christ alone

Romans 9:30-33 12/03/04 Israel did not receive salvation even though they pursued righteousness. Why not? Because “they pursued it in exactly the opposite way from that which it is to be found. They pursued it in their own strength, by their own works, by their own merit, and consequently ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:30-33

Denomination: Baptist

The 70th Week (5 Of 6) Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Sep 2, 2002

All religious books claim to be the word of God, but prophecy sets the Bible apart as having God’s seal of authentication. This section looks at the 70th week of Daniel.

The 70th Week (Part 5 of 6) Look again at Daniel 9: 26 "And after the sixty-two weeks Messiah shall be cut off, but not for Himself; And the people of the prince who is to come Shall destroy the city and the sanctuary. The end of it shall be with a flood, And till the end of the war desolations ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:26-27, Revelation 11:1-3

Denomination: Baptist