Sermons on Forerunner To Messiah:

"The Victorious Savior"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Mar 30, 2007

Ask the question of the reader, "Who do you see sitting on that donkey? What kind of man was Jesus?"

“The Victorious Savior” April 1st, 2007 It was a glorious Sunday morning. Much like today, the skies were blue. The air was fresh. The birds were singing and the entire universe had an air of expectancy and joy and celebration. I think Jesus’ disciples were feeling pretty good about ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9

Denomination: Holiness

The Big Issue.

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jan 20, 2007

The Jerusalem council; sorting out the Big issue of how are we saved?

Acts 15.1- 21. The Big Issue. A Big issue then and today is the question of right standing with God, how will we be saved? How will we be accepted,how will we be forgiven and what is it we have to do to be saved for eternity? You can travel around the world and meet different people with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Seven Realities Of Experiencing God Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 30, 2006

Sermon two in a fourteen sermon series based on the popular Bible study by Henry Blackaby.

We often act as though God tells us what He wants us to do and then sends us off all by ourselves to try and do it. Then, anytime we need Him we can call on Him and He will help us, but otherwise, we are basically "on our own" when it comes to doing the will of God for our life. But that is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How Dare You! Series

Contributed by Terry Barnhill on Aug 26, 2007

• Belief is both subjective and objective. It’s subjective when you believe it. It’s objective when someone else doesn’t, and . . .their objective is your silence.

Let’s imagine dialogue between Abraham and God. “Abraham, this is God speaking. I want you to leave everything and go to the land I will show you.” “Where’s that?” “If I told you, you wouldn’t believe me.” “Try me.” “It’s 1500 miles from here in a place called Canaan.” “Never heard of it.” “I know, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Better Sacrifice - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Jul 8, 2007

Some of the ways in which the sacrifice of Jesus Christ was infinitely better than those of the Old Covenenant

A better sacrifice! Part 1 Chapters 9 & 10 of Hebrews give us a unique window on Calvary contrasting the death of Jesus on the cross with the OT sacrifices. Uniquely, as Andrew Murray put it: The cross is Christ’s highest glory. The glory which He received from the Father was entirely owing to his ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-28

Denomination: Baptist

Caiaphas: How To Tell The Difference Between A Relationship And A Religion Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Mar 22, 2004

Being religious is an eternity away from having a relationship with God.

Introduction: A Some in the Jewish community have cried foul over the portrayal of Jews being the executioners of the Christ and this portrayal is manifested in one key character, at least for me, in the film: Caiaphas. a Caiaphas was the high priest during not only Jesus’ ministry, but also ...read more

Scripture: John 11:47-53

Denomination: Baptist

I Thirst Series

Contributed by Alan Scott on Apr 2, 2004

Creative exposition on Christ’s words "I thirst" from John 19:28.

The 6 Last Phrases of the Christ “I Thirst” 4/4/04 ACC Alan Scott C.T. – Jesus words of “I thirst” point to different levels of spiritual levels of thirst we all have. Text – John 19:28; Psalm 69:21; Hebrews 4:14-16; John 4:13-14; Rev. 3:20 INTRO: Seeing “The Passion Of The Christ” again on ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29, Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Senior Saint Who Asked God For A Mountain

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Apr 26, 2004

AS WE LOOK INTO THE LIFE OF CALEB, WE SEE THAT HE WAS A FAVORED MAN, A FAITHFUL MAN, A FEARLESS MAN,A FOLLOWING MAN, A FRUITFUL MAN,AND A FIGHTING MAN.

THE SENIOR SAINT WHO ASKED GOD FOR A MOUNTAIN JOSHUA 14:1-3 J. Hudson Taylor was the founder of the China Inland Mission. One day a man, attempting to find out the difficulties of missionary work, asked Hudson Taylor, what is the hardest mission in the world? Without any hesitation whatsoever, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Wise Men

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Nov 28, 2006

The story of the Wise Men is a story of mystery, for it presents questions that we cannot answer.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER THE WISE MEN TEXT: Matthew 2:1-12 The story of the Wise Men is a story of mystery, for it presents questions that we cannot answer. "Where did they come from?" We don’t know. "How many were there?" We really ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Narnia: Opening The Door To Your Spiritual Journey Series

Contributed by Paul Newell on Nov 17, 2005

An introduction and first sermon in a three part Advent Series developed loosly from The Chronicles of Narnia. Additional Sermons: Turkish Delight, Trickes of the Evil One and Miracle at the Stone Table.

Narnia: Introduction & Explanation It may seem a little strange that we are building our Advent series around a “fairy tale” as C.S. Lewis called his novel, The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe. Let me set your mind at ease, we’re going to do what Lewis himself hinted at concerning all of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Old Testament Trinity

Contributed by William Mouser on Aug 2, 2006

Though the OT alone might not generate the doctrine of the Trinity, in the light of the NT, the Trinity is easy to see in various OT passages.

Homily for Trinity Sunday Psalm 93, Exodus 3:1-6, Romans 8:12-17, John 3:1-16 The Old Testament Trinity Several years ago, my wife and I were in a liberal Lutheran church on Trinity Sunday. We arrived at the end of what they billed as their traditional service, which appeared to us to be a ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Dare To Journey Again Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Apr 4, 2003

Inviting people to take the next step in their spiritual journey, culminating in encountering the Risen Lord

Dare To Journey Again – “Up From the Grave” Lent 2003 Luke 24:13-35 March 29/30, 2003 Intro: The journey of life sometimes catches us by surprise. Many of you were likely surprised by Niels’ announcement of his resignation as our Minister of Music this morning. I know he and Ingrid are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

Why Was Jesus Baptized?

Contributed by Tim Bond on Feb 4, 2002

Jesus’ baptism tells us something about the significance of baptism for all Christians.

Some of the most memorable events in the church are baptisms. Over the years I’ve had the privilege of participating in many baptisms, and I have to say that they are some of my greatest recollections of church. The first baptism I participated in up close and personal was my own. At age 13, on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17, Romans 6:2-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Advantage In Being A Jew Or A Christian? Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Oct 21, 2003

Where do we really stand in our walk with Christ and with God? I was thinking of things that might show our superficial or religionist beliefs. Paul will point out clearly things that we need to be mindful of today and everyday that we seek to becom

What Advantage in Being a Jew or a Christian? Is there advantage in being a Jew or Christian? Advantages are many NCBC, 10/19/03 Where do we really stand in our walk with Christ and with God? I was thinking of things that might show our superficial or religionist beliefs: YOU MAY BE A ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

An Unwanted Gift: When God Messes Up Your Plans Series

Contributed by Steven Dow on Dec 15, 2005

Chrismtas Realities - Part 4. What happens when God interrupts your plans and your world gets turned upside down?

AN UNWANTED GIFT: WHEN GOD MESSES UP YOUR PLANS Christmas Realities – Part 4 Fourth Sunday of Advent December 18, 2005 Luke 1:26-38 INTRODUCTION: As the Baby Boomers begin to move into retirement age starting next year we are no longer talking about a baby boom, but about a baby bust. In fact ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38