Sermons on Good Witness:

Snatching Victory From The Jaws Of Defeat

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Aug 9, 2004

This Good Friday message looks at the triumph of the Cross.

Good Friday, April 21, 2000 Sports writers are not known for their sparkling way with the English language, but there has always been one phrase that catches my attention each time it is used. It is the expression "snatching victory from the jaws of defeat." Used when a team is down, the odds ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Sermon Ever Preached Series

Contributed by Howard Harden on Jan 7, 2003

Jesus taught his disciples three valuable lessons necessary for achieving "greatness" in the eyes of God.

The Greatest Sermon Ever Preached Matthew 20:20-34 January 5, 2002 If there is one word in the English language that is sure to cause a debate when spoken, that word is “greatest.” In fact, take two people, any people, and you can always stir trouble by using this simple word. For example, ask a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-34, Matthew 20:20

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Gift

Contributed by Johnny Small on Feb 25, 2002

What did God give us and what does He expect in return. Bel Aire Baptist Church March 3, 2002

The Greatest Gift Have you ever had to give a gift to someone, who has everything? It is very hard to find that just right present for my wife, when all she wants is my undying devotion and love. I am very blessed because she also loves me unconditionally and supports God’s will in our lives. ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, John 15:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Of Preparation

Contributed by Peter Mclewin on Mar 13, 2002

A monologue: Bar Timaeus follows Jesus to Jersualem; in the foreground he offers his first lamb, in the backgound Jesus is crucified.

The Day of Preparation (A monologue) I dreaded the announcement of the new moon. Depression gripped me. I could not face the beginning of another year of feasts and fasts excluded from the spiritual life of Israel. But what was a blind man to do? I did what I did every day. My son led me to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:7-12, Luke 18:35-43

Denomination: Baptist

Las 7 Palabras

Contributed by Ralph Mendez on Mar 16, 2002

Las ultimas palabras que Jesus habla fueron pronunciadas No detrás de un pulpito, en una plataforma o estrado; sino pendiente en una cruz, doliente, herido y sangrante.

Las 7 Palabras Entonces Jesús, clamando a gran voz, dijo: Padre, en tus manos encomiendo mi espíritu. Y habiendo dicho esto, expiro Lucas 23: 46. Introducción: La muerte de Cristo en el calvario es sin lugar a dudas el evento más espectacular que se haya jamás presenciado en toda la historia de ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:46

Denomination: Apostolic

"It Is Finished"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 25, 2002

A Good Friday Meditation.

John 19:17-30 “It Is Finished” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA The crucifixion is an extraordinary scene of darkness and despair! The events surrounding the death of Christ portray a picture of evil.... The unfair trial, the agony of Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: John 19:17-30

Denomination: United Methodist

The Architect Of The Cross

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Mar 27, 2002

Who was ultimately responsible for Jesus going to the Cross?

"The Architect of the Cross" Introduction: I was reading through this week from Matthew chapter 21 the account of Jesus entering into Jerusalem in triumph - the event that we celebrated last week on Palm Sunday - and my attention was drawn to verse 10, where it says: "And when He had come into ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

King Of My Life

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Mar 29, 2002

This is a Good Friday service emphasizing why Christ really is our King despite how bad it appears to have a king crucified.

Good Friday King of My Life March 29, 2002 Intro: A. [illustration] In the opening scenes of the musical Camelot, we see King Arthur standing in a field dressed in the clothes of a common peasant. To look at him you would have no idea he was king. In fact, when Guinevere first met Arthur, she ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Love Of God Displayed In The Cross

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 31, 2002

God’s love is supremely exhibited in the cross of Christ.

The cross of Christ – by which we mean his suffering, and death, and resurrection – is a topic packed with significance. Without the cross, there would be no Christianity. No forgiveness of sins, no eternal life, no hope for the future, no power for this present life. The cross is more than a ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Baptist

Nailed To The Cross

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

In the ancient world the Greek term here translated as "written code" (Col. 2:14), referred to a handwritten certificate of indebtedness that obligated the signer. This note stood between him and the person he owed until it was paid. This debt would often

NAILED TO THE CROSS TEXT: Col 2:13-15 INTRODUCTION: In the ancient world the Greek term here translated as "written code" (Col. 2:14), referred to a handwritten certificate of indebtedness that obligated the signer. This note stood between him and the person he owed until it was paid. This debt ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-15

Ordination Charge For Pastoral Service

Contributed by Michael Cotie on Jan 28, 2001

Charge to ordainee for serving as a minister.

Ordination Charge for Pastoral Service 2nd Timothy 4:1-5 Intro: Paul charges Timothy to do several things as a faithful minister in 2nd Timothy 4:1-5. This is my charge to you also. Core: Always preach God’s word, always be ready carry the message and understand hardships will come in service ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

On The Road To Jericho

Contributed by Don Spooner on Feb 6, 2001

Jesus has met each one of us at our point of need.

We all know the story commonly called "The Good Samaritan." It does not take too much imagination to place ourselves in the role of any character in the story. We all can identify with the man in the story, for all have sinned and come short of the glory of God. We all rejoice that the Savior met ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Day Of Destiny

Contributed by Brian Credille on Mar 5, 2001

In all of the thousands of days since creation, two days stand above all the rest. Let us look at a day of destiny--the day that Jesus died.

"A Day of Destiny" Matthew 27:27-54 INTRODUCTION Think of the thousands of days since creation. Is it possible that any day stands above the rest? During this time of year we celebrate two momentous days. One is the day that Jesus died. There were three major phases to this day that changed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:27-54

Denomination: Baptist

El Gran Epitafio

Contributed by Adrián Olivas on Apr 22, 2002

Nadie tiene mejor epitafio que Cristo. Pero lo mejor es que no lo necesitó.

El gran epitafio Colosenses 2:13-15 1. Lo que Cristo logró en vida A. Cumplió las profecías (Hechos 3:18) B. Satisfizo toda justicia (Mateo 3:15) C Demostró todo poder (Marcos 2:10-12) D. Resistió toda tentación (Hebreos 4:15) E. Reveló al Padre (Juan 14:7) F. Fundó la iglesia (Mateo ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:13-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Gloriándonos En La Cruz

Contributed by Adrián Olivas on Apr 22, 2002

El gloriarse en la cruz sugiere un espíritu de humildad, no uno de soberbia. Se allegan dos clases de personas para gloriarse en la cruz.

Gloriándonos en la cruz Gálatas 6:11-18 Introducción: El gloriarse en la cruz sugiere un espíritu de humildad, no uno de soberbia. Se allegan dos clases de personas para gloriarse en la cruz. 1. Los enemigos de la cruz (6:12, 13) A. Por su orgullo (6:12) pues quieren hacer una buena ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God