Sermons on Forerunner To Messiah:

Peace & Persecution

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Aug 28, 2019

Are you comfortable in being a follower of Christ? Countless Christians around the world face intense persecution for being followers of Jesus, but they're not alone. We share in the struggles of being a Christian. Why is that? Listen to Jesus' call to deny yourself and follow him.

Each year, a Christian organization called “Open Doors” publishes a list of the top 50 countries where Christians are most intensely persecuted for their faith. Physical violence, death threats, execution, imprisonment, rape, neglect, burning of homes, bombing of churches, abandoned by family, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Hail To The King! Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 11, 2019

When Jesus started the last week of his life on earth, He knew exactly what was coming and what He was doing.

Today, we’re beginning a series that will lead us up to Easter Sunday. We’re going to look at the Last Week of Our Lord’s Life, beginning with the Sunday before His crucifixion and ending with the Sunday of His resurrection. Here we read about the event that marked the start of the last week of our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Needs It - Palm Sunday

Contributed by Tim Melton on Mar 15, 2021

In Luke 19:31-34 we see a man give permission for Jesus to use his donkey. In this small act, he was able to play a role in what God was doing on the earth. Will we surrender all because "the Lord needs it" and be a tool in His hand as well?

Have you ever been in a situation where you really needed some help? The situation had just gotten out of hand. It was too difficult, too painful, you were trapped and there was nothing you could do about it. You really needed someone who could come into your situation and make things right. That ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9, Luke 19:28-38

The Parable Of The Wise And Foolish Virgins

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 31, 2020

Are we ready?

The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins: An Exposition of Matthew 25:1-13 Jesus is known for the many parables which He spoke. A parable reveals a truth in a way which is alive and vivid. It takes a story from everyday life and uses it to illustrate a greater truth. Those who were given the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

On The Return Of Jesus: An Exposition Of Mark 13:24-37

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 20, 2020

How do we prepare for the return of Christ? A sermon for the First Week in Advent.

On the Return of Jesus: An Exposition of Mark 13:24-37 For the Christian, nothing is more comforting to know that Jesus is going to return and receive us unto Himself. All the things which trouble us so much will be gone. We will be relieved of that great pressures (tribulations) that we feel. It ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The S Of Christmas - The Savior Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 27, 2023

We celebrate the S of Christmas - The Savior. A Savior that is Sinless, All Powerful and Victorious

Scripture: Luke 2:1-21; Isaiah 9:2-7 Theme: The S of Christmas – The Savior This is the final sermon of a series of Sermon called the S of Christmas - The Star, the Shepherd, the Stable and now the Savior. The Savior that is Sinless. The Savior that is Almighty. The Savior that is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-21, Isaiah 9:2-7, John 1:1-5, Colossians 1:16, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Matthew 28:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Jesus Is The Light

Contributed by Larry Grant on Sep 2, 2023

Jesus teaches us to walk while we have the light, lest darkness overtake us; he who walks in darkness does not know where he is going. While we have the light, believe in the light, that we may become sons of light because Jesus is the Light of the World.

John 12:42-46 (NKJV) Jesus is the Light September 3, 2023 For thousands of years, the Jewish people had been looking for a Messiah. They were expecting a great military leader, one who would overthrow all of their enemies and restore Israel to its former greatness and glory. What they had not ...read more

Scripture: John 12:42-46

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 24 For 2024

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 7, 2024

Psalm 23 for year 2023, and Psalm 24 for 2024. Who can stand in the Holy Place of GOD? Those who seek HIM, having been transformed by the Great Shepherd. Vs. 6 is being fulfilled as we witness what is happening in Israel. Could 2024 be the year of HIS RETURN?

2024.01.07. SERMON. PSALM 24 FOR 2024 William Akehurst, HSWC Big Idea: On the first Sunday of the New Year. Psalm 23 for year 2023, and Psalm 24 for 2024. Who can stand in the Holy Place of GOD? Those who seek HIM, having been transformed by the Great Shepherd. Vs. 6 is being fulfilled as we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10, Psalm 23:1-6, Hebrews 4:14-16, Psalm 15:1-5, Matthew 5:8, Luke 21:28, John 16:33, 2 Chronicles 20:15, Revelation 19:11-16, Hebrews 13:20-21, Psalm 65:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cross-Over.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Oct 5, 2022

In order to leave the land of Egypt, Israel had to cross over the Red Sea. In order to enter the promised land, these Hebrews had to cross over the Jordan River.

The Cross-Over. Joshua 3:14-17NKJV Before you can physically crossover an obstacle, or possibly a barrier, you have to be willing to leave familiar. For if the familiar is holding you down, it’s time to crossover. You've heard it said, “People who live in the mountains, wish they lived near ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:14-17, 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

It Is Finished PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 29, 2024

This sermon explores the profound significance of Jesus' words "It is finished," focusing on the fulfillment of prophecy, the finality of His sacrifice, and our resulting freedom.

Good morning, beloved, and welcome. I trust and pray that God's grace has been abundant in your life this week. Today, we find ourselves gathered here, not by chance nor by circumstance, but by divine appointment. We are here, you and I, to meet with God in this sacred space, to hear His Word, to ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Topics: Finished

John's Journey To Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024

This sermon explores the intertwined stories of John the Baptist and Jesus Christ, highlighting their roles in God's redemption narrative and their impact on our faith.

Welcome, beloved friends, to another beautiful day of fellowship and worship. We are gathered here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, under the banner of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are united in our shared faith, bound by the love of Christ, and propelled by the Spirit of God to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-15

Topics: Preparing, Way

Joseph's First Dream

Contributed by John Huyser on Dec 10, 2024

Compared to Luke's romantic view of the Christmas event, Matthew includes deliberate shock points. This begins with Joseph's first dream. Watch this worship video online at https://vimeo.com/fruitportcrc

This Advent Season, we’ll be preaching from Matthew 1 and 2. Compared to the nostalgic romanticism of the Luke’s Christmas story, Matthew offers a shocking realism to these events. Matthew 1:18 – Matthew 2:23 offers us a distinct pattern. What ties these verses together is the fulfillment ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Caught In The Act

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Apr 8, 2023

If what Peter and John and the others claim is true, what will happen to the religious establishment? They'll have to kill the movement to survive themselves.

Good morning. This is Hannah Batyoel from Inside Jerusalem, reporting on a breaking story that began late yesterday afternoon when two Galileans were arrested for creating a disturbance in the temple precincts. But first, a backgrounder from our religion correspondent, Shlomo Yehudi. Good ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-20, Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Daniel's 70-7's

Contributed by Val Black on Nov 22, 2005

The Book of Daniel is like no other Book of the Bible. Chapter 9:3-27 is a revelation of end-time events. The fulfillment of these events proves the accuracy of the Bible.

Daniel’s 70-7’s At one time during His ministry, the disciples asked Jesus what signs to watch for in His Second Coming. The Holy Spirit considered the answer so important that it’s recorded in three different Books, Mark, chapters 13-14 ; Luke, chapters 21-22. And in Matt. 24. Let’s turn to ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:3-27

Denomination: Charismatic

In Spite Of Terrible Endings

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Oct 13, 2002

In outlining the future God is lovingly conveying to Daniel (and us) the sense that he is in control so that even though there are rocky times ahead, we can have tangible and real hope.

- - - - - - - - - - Unless otherwise noted, all scripture is quoted from the New Living Translation. An outline from the Message Guide printed in the bulletin is included at the end of the textual portion of this sermon. - - - - - - - - - - I need to tell you up front thatthat I am NOT ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:21-27

Denomination: *other