Sermons on Gift Of Christ:

The Suffering Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Pastor Matthew Faure on Apr 8, 2023

The suffering of Jesus Christ and the Love of God

Dear brothers and sisters, Today, we gather to reflect on the suffering of Jesus Christ, who was crucified for our sins. It is a solemn and somber occasion, but it is also a time of deep gratitude and reverence for what our Lord has done for us. The story of Christ's suffering is one that is ...read more

Scripture: John 19:16-30

Reconciled Through Christ Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 11, 2011

The Colossians believers had become recipients of God’s marvelous act of reconciliation. They had been made acceptable to God and are challenged to continue striving forward in the truth that had saved them.

COLOSSIANS 1: 20-23 RECONCILED THROUGH CHRIST Having proclaimed the deity and work of Christ, Paul now reveals what it means to the people in Colossae. He thus returns to the thought of redemption. With joyful wonder the Apostle testifies to the Colossians believers that they too have become ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Body Of Christ-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 16, 2020

2 of 7. The apostle Paul maintained the significance of the Church's being the Body of Christ. What is exhibited by that entity known as the Body of Christ? The Body of Christ exhibits...

The BODY Of CHRIST-II—1Corinthians 12:12-31 Attention: Sour Cream Pound Cake from: The Pirate’s House Cookbook(1982) 1 C Butter 3 C Sugar 6 Eggs 3 C Sifted Flour(White Lily is best) 1 C Sour Cream ½ tsp. Baking Soda 2 tsp. Vanilla Extract ½ tsp. Almond Extract Have butter & eggs at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:18-20, 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Baptist

Missing The Message Of Christ Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Apr 14, 2008

It is dangerous to come to church faithfully and not commit yourself to Christ.

Missing the Message of Christ Hebrews 6:4-5 Purpose: To warn against relying on an external Christianity. Aim: I want the listener to find assurance of salvation in a changed life. INTRODUCTION: What you think you see is not always what you get. Many years ago there was a terrible railroad ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:4-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Imitating Christ's Humility Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Jul 16, 2007

Knowing persecution can cause an attitude of insecurity, cliques and disharmony, Paul calls for the church to be in one accord, harmony, and humility, following the example of Christ himself.

INTRODUCTION A. Thus Far in Series of Philippians Last week, we saw that just as Paul was being persecuted from a false tongue, so the Philippian congregation was being persecuted the same way. Paul’s advice to the church was to conduct themselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage As Christ Modeled

Contributed by Kemuel Travis on Feb 15, 2006

To show that Christ’s relationship with us gives us a wonderful picture of what our marriages should be like.

INTRODUCTION Our society is full of many so called “Urban Myths” These are stories that are claimed to be facts and likewise widely distributed and believed, yet with no basis to them at all One such myth came into popularity in the 90’s when it was said that the uncooked rice thrown at couples ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-33

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Art Of Body Building Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on May 1, 2007

The gifts of the Spirit are given for the common good not for our personal advancement. Paul shows us how the body of Christ is quite a literal expression.

THE ART OF BODY BUILDING Jesus is not here…in the flesh. His body is not here but his Spirit is here. We read in John 16 that Jesus had to go away; he had to return to his Father in heaven, so that his Spirit could come, so that his very person, the essence of his being could be with every ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Mennonite

New Creation PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2025

The sermon emphasizes that true life with God begins with spiritual rebirth, a gift of grace that transforms us and welcomes us into God’s family.

Welcome, dear friends. If you walked in today weary, welcome. If you came hungry for hope, welcome. If you arrived with questions trailing you like a shadow, welcome. The Lord delights to meet us where we are, not where we wish we were. He comes near with kindness, with clarity, and with a promise ...read more

Scripture: John 3:3-5

Topics: New Creation, In Christ

The Star Of "Christ"Mas

Contributed by Pastor Paul E. Davis on Dec 21, 2014

Christmas Sermon; Giving Honor to Jesus as Savior; Worship God at all times

The Star of “Christ”mas! Matthew 2: 1-2 (NIV) Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, magi from the east arrived in Jerusalem, saying, “Where is He who has been born King of the Jews? For we saw His star in the east, and have come ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Over Tradition

Contributed by Rob Ross on Dec 26, 2000

Christmas tradition needs to be questioned and the truth of Christ affirmed.

Verse: Luke 2: 1-20 Topic: Christmas Probing Question: What is the reason for Christmas? Key Word: reasons Subject: Reasons for Christmas Aim: To inspire the congregation to experience a renewed sense of what Christmas is all about. Title: Christ Over Tradition Introduction Christmas with your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

How To Share Christ

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 14, 2003

Part of our witness to whom Jesus is in our lives comes from the way in which we share that which our Lord has given to us.

First Kings offers us great insight into the way in which treaties worked in the Ancient Near East. Solomon and Hiram praise each other. They express their desire for one another’s goods and the initiate a way of producing and delivering the goods to their trade partner. At times verses like these ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Blessings Of Being In Christ

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 7, 2008

God has given us everything we need. God has redeemed mankind and he has sealed the believer with the power of the Holy Spirit.

THE BLESSING OF BEING IN CHRIST EPHESIANS 1:1-23 INTRO- GOD HAD BEEN DOING A NEW THING.HE HAS ALLOWED US TO GET INTO HIS PRESENCE. HE HAS ALLOWED US TO SEE THAT HE DESIRES TO BE WITH US AND HE WANTS TO USE US FOR THE KINGDOM OF GOD. APOSTLE PAUL IS ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-15

Denomination: Nazarene

The Judgment Seat Of Christ

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

The Judgment Seat of Christ. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: • Matthew chapter 25 verses 14-30. • 2 Corinthians chapter 5 verses 9-10. Ill: • Two dads were having a drink together; • And conversation turned to their children and their children’s school-work. • The first dad said; “I helped my daughter ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:9-10

Denomination: Brethren

The Body Of Christ In Cabbagetown

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jan 27, 2013

It’s critical to realize that we’re not just random people coming to church every Sunday and throughout the week. We’re a body. We’re Jesus’ body, and we’re on a mission,

Church is a funny thing. I don’t mean funny, ha-ha, funny. Although, often it is that, because we’re human and humans are hilarious. Church is kind of peculiar, kind of wonderful, kind of a mystery. I know a lot of people have a lot of issues with church. I know that a lot of people don’t do a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church: The Body Of Christ

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jul 28, 2018

This sermon is from a sermon series entitled, "What We Believe." In this study we look at how the church is the body of Christ, and exactly what that means, looks like, and entails.

What We Believe The Church: The Body of Christ As we continue through our series on what we as Christians say we believe in, we’ll be looking at a number of different doctrines, or teachings, of the church. And it is my hope that everyone will not only grow in their understanding, but also in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25, Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Foursquare