Sermons on Genealogy Of Christ:

Unity In Christ

Contributed by Billy Williams on May 3, 2005

THIS IS A SERMON ABOUT UNITY AND HOW GOD WANTS US TO BE, AS CHILDREN OF GOD.

The word UNITY means to come togather, or to be togather. The people of shinar were of one mind, one language. They were in UNITY, or they simply came togather. There plan was simple, to Build a tower that could reach heaven. Now notice what it says in verse 8-- "AND THE LORD SAID, BEHOLD, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:2-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Imitating Christ Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Jul 16, 2007

Seeing selfish ambition, vain conceit, discord, from persecution, Paul called on the church to “conduct themselves in a manner worthy” of their calling and not "of" the world. Just as Christ sacrificed Himself for the sake of others, we also are to offer

INTRODUCTION A. LIFE TODAY IS NOT WHAT CHRIST INTENDED 1. We live in a “dog eat dog” world. 2. “SELF” rules We may view ourselves as did the Pharisee depicted by Jesus who prayed, “God, I thank Thee that I am not like other people: swindlers, unjust, adulterers, or even like this tax-gatherer. I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Needs Of Christ Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Jul 16, 2007

Showing the example of Timothy & Epaphroditus, Paul taught that our desire should be to perform the "needs of Christ" and not that of ourself.

INTRODUCTION A. Thus far, as SERVANTS, wou were charged with having the mind of Christ” 1. Vs. 1-4 described how the believer should Live in Humility. Vs. 5 2. Vs. 6-11 described the Example of Christ himself. - Set His Equality with God aside - From the highest to the lowest - in appearance (in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Compassion Of Christ Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Jul 29, 2007

Do we believe that we are the hands-feet-arms-mouth-body-wallet-ride-smile-kind word-gentle touch-shelter provider-etc.-etc of Jesus Christ now that He is in heaven? Then how should we respond when we see a need? Mull this over as we continue.

Peter Ustinov said, “Charity is more common than compassion. Charity is tax-deductible. Compassion is time consuming.” What we are going to talk about today is compassion – godly, Christ-like compassion. Compassion in the midst of our own wants, our own needs, our own limitations. Compassion ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ambassadors Of Christ

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Jul 31, 2007

All Christians are supposed to be ambassadors of Christ. As his ambassadors, we carry his authority. But we avoid showing it because we’re afraid of what people may think of us.

Other Scriptural passages: Isaiah 66:10-16 Galatians 6:(1-10)14-18 Psalm 66 or 66:1-8 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) In today’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:1-20

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The $$$$ Of Following Christ

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Aug 3, 2007

Following Christ may $$$$(cost) you the dearest thing you possess

A modern day Rip Van Winkle fell asleep and woke up in the year 2076. Immediately, he rushed to a phone booth to call his brokerage firm. They found his portfolio and reported, “Your Walmart stock is worth $50 million. Your AT&T stock is worth $62 million. And your Microsoft stock is worth $120 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-30

Denomination: Baptist

Following Christ

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Aug 15, 2007

Jesus gives the details for those who would follow after Him

Intro: at the General Council, the Eurasia experience was sponsored by our missionaries serving in Iraq, Iran, Pakistan, Nepal, India, and many other countries. In that tent you actually felt what it must be like to serve in these nations. Hearing the testimonies from people who have literally ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Christ Alone!"

Contributed by Mike Hays on Jun 19, 2003

Salvation has been secured for all who will believe by God’s finished work through Jesus. There is no work that we can ever add to God’s work to bring about our salvation.

Christ Alone Galatians 2:1-10 It was just one week ago. Connie and I were out in the backyard working when Annie came out to tell us that someone was at the front door. I left my work and opened the front door to greet two young guys who were dressed like corporate executives in white shirts and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Security In Christ Series

Contributed by Eric Bland on Jun 20, 2003

The security offered by Christ on the cross to His mother and essentially all mankind.

Security in Christ John 19:26&27 As a human being there is something that we all have a yearning for and that is for security. We as people want the feeling of security. Wives want the feeling of security from their husband, in that they will never have to worry about anything. The husband has ...read more

Scripture: John 19:26-27, Jeremiah 31:31-34, Psalm 91:14

Denomination: Baptist

"Imitators Of Christ" Series

Contributed by Gary Smith on Jun 22, 2003

To be a truen New Testament Church we must do what Jesus did. WDJD What did Jesus do? Let us discover what Jesus did and become Imitators of Christ.

“Imitators Of Christ” Prepared For Fort Payne For Wed. Night, June 18th 2003 Text; Matt 4:18-22 (KJV) 18 And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers. 19 And he saith unto them, Follow ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:18, Matthew 4:18-22

Denomination: Church Of God

The Body Of Christ Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Jun 28, 2003

The body of Christ (his physical body, the bread, and the church) are most useful when broken, for God’s plans to save the world. Bulletin notes attached.

John 1:14; 1 Corinthians 12:27; Luke 22:19 – The Body of Christ Have you ever broken anything? A dish, a plate? My friend Greg, who is now the assistant pastor at the Wesleyan church in Marysville, had our share of breaking things. I got new boxing gloves one year, and we were boxing out on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:19

Denomination: Baptist

In Christ, There Is No Condemnation

Contributed by Derrick Thompson, Sr. on Jul 7, 2003

True freedom takes place, only when Christ has set you free, and when that takes place there is no more condemnation.

Welcome.... Last Friday, July 4th, we celebrated our Independence Day. We were all saying to the world we have been set free. Many of you were at the park with friends and love ones celebrating freedom. Some of you were in your backwards, having your cookout. The world looks on and say we are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-14

Denomination: Church Of God

Rooted In Christ

Contributed by Daniel Owen on Jul 25, 2003

A children’s sermon illustrating our need to be rooted and grounded in Christ.

Children’s talk: Ephesians 3:14-21 Prop: Small Oak tree in a pot. Can anyone tell me what type of plant is in this pot? (Oak). Not that long ago, this little oak was just a small seed. Can anyone tell me what the seed of an oak is called? (Acorn). There’s even a well known proverb which ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Freedom In Christ Series

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Aug 19, 2003

Once you’ve been set free in Christ, don’t be entangled again in the bondage of various types of legalism.

FREEDOM IN CHRIST TEXT: Galatians 5:1-15 INTRODUCTION: A. SKATING ON THE LORD’S DAY 1. A pastor got up one Sunday morning and all the roads were icy. 2. The streets were all blocked off and there was no way for him to drive to church. 3. He was forced to skate on the river to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-15

The Example Of Christ Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 20, 2003

We will look at one of the greatest passages on our Lord Jesus Christ. We will examine the great example of Jesus Christ and what he did to go from the Majesty of God to a criminal’s death on the cross.

Introduction: I recently read a great Book about a man by the name of Marshal Taylor. Marshal Taylor lived in the USA in the late 1800’s and he was born to parents that were slaves. Marshal Taylor experienced freedom and he began to know a taste of freedom that his parents never knew. He had the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist