Sermons on Gospel Centred:

Lost Sheep

Contributed by Robert Laymance on Feb 21, 2001

There are many Sheep out there today who have wandered away from the Fold. You and I as Preachers of the Gospel should cry loud and spare not the good news of safety, security, and the Shepherd who cares for us.

Sheep have a Shepherd. Sheep have a Leader. Sheep need good grass and still waters to feed on. The Lord Jesus is and all they need to survive. The Prophet Isaiah said in chapter 53: ALL we LIKE SHEEP have gone astray. Peter said for ye were AS SHEEP going astry but are now returned unto the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:175-176, Psalm 119:18

Denomination: Baptist

God's Eternal Plan - All Things United Under Christ Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 18, 2000

Here we have a wonderfully concise yet comprehensive summary of the Christian gospel and its implications. Here we discover the wonder and intricacy of God’s eternal plan for his world and especially for his people.

You may have been following the reports, over the past few months, of the State Government Report prepared by Sir Rod Eddington on Melbourne’s East-West transport needs. The one thing that seems to have come out of that exercise and particularly since the Eastlink toll road opened is that the need ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

Overcoming Divisive Attitudes

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Many great congregations have suffered from people with divisive attitudes. The Lord has placed each of us in His body to be lovingly united in spirit, intent on one purpose, striving together for the faith of the gospel.

Overcoming Divisive Attitudes Illustration:A monk joined a monastery and took a vow of silence. After the first 10 years his superior called him in and asked, "Do you have anything to say?" The monk replied, "Food bad." After another 10 years the monk again had opportunity to voice his thoughts. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Changes Water To Wine Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 19, 2001

Picture # 1 in the series: The 14 Candid Snapshots of the Maturing Christian as found in the Gospel of John. Jesus changes the water to wine, which is the results of believing, and what happens in the heart of a person who believes that Jesus is Christ.

Beginning the Second “P” “The Public Ministry of Jesus” Picture # 1: The Results Of Believing; and What Happens To The Person Who Believes That Jesus Christ Is The Christ! Text: John 2:1-11 Jesus Changes Water to Wine Review: What is the purpose of John’s writing his Gospel? John 20:31 ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Heals At The Pool Of Bethesda Series

Contributed by Jimmy Davis on Sep 19, 2001

Picture # 6 in series: The 14 Candid Snapshots of the Maturing Christian as found in the Gospel of John. Jesus heals the man at the pool of Bethesda which is a picture of the salvation of the reformed sinner and evidence that works alone cannot save.

Picture # 6: The reformed sinner Picture # 6, the picture of the reformed sinner, is evidence that works alone cannot save! At the healing at the pool of Bethesda, we see a candid snapshot of a sinner who has tried everything to reform his life, but to no avail(John 5: 5,6). He could not save ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Contagious

Contributed by James Rich on Nov 18, 2001

Much like AIDS, HIV, TB, Hepatitis, and even the common flu. This religion of Pentecost spread like wildfire through out the then known world. The things that prevent the diseases of the world will also prevent the spreading of the Gospel

Acts 4:6 And Annas the high priest, and Caiaphas, and John, and Alexander, and as many as were of the kindred of the high priest, were gathered together at Jerusalem. 7 And when they had set them in the midst, they asked, By what power, or by what name, have ye done this? 8 Then Peter, filled with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:6-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Two Daughters Desparately Needing Jesus Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 20, 2004

Luke tells us more about the women in Jesus’ life than any other gospel. Jesus on his way to deliver one daughter is detained by another one. Study the details... Discover your duty.

Luke’s gospel has several unique features. I’d like to point out a couple of these: First, Luke is the only Gentile writer in the Bible and yet by volume, he contributed more that any other New Testament writer, more even than Paul. We’ve said this before, but it bears repeating. Second, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-56, Luke 8:1-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Genealogy Of Grace

Contributed by John Moyer on Dec 16, 2008

One of major purposes of Matthew’s Gospel is to establish Jesus’ right to Israel’s kingship. this genealogy is not just showing the royalty of Christ but the Grace of God. Four ways Matthew shows us the grace of God.

Title: The Genealogy of Grace Introduction: Most of you know I like to do a little woodworking. Have you ever been sawing a board and run into a knot. The saw blade just grinds its way through and slows it down. Well, Jesus’ family tree has some knots in it. Usually when we read the Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Holiness

The Comfort Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by John Phillips Jr on Apr 4, 2006

Jesus promised his disciples the comfort of the Holy Spirit. It is a promise not only to the disciples, but all Christians throughout time are recipients of this comfort that Jesus has promised to those who love him and obey his gospel.

THE COMFORT OF THE HOLY SPIRIT JOHN 14:16-21 In this passage of scripture Jesus promises his disciples the comfort of the Holy Spirit. It is a promise not only to the disciples, but all Christians throughout time are recipients of this comfort that Jesus has promised to those who love him and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson 3: Romans 1:16-17

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 1, 2007

“For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, the just

A. SCRIPTURE “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also to the Greek. For therein is the righteousness of God revealed from faith to faith: as it is written, the just shall live by faith” (Rom. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Is Hell Real?

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Mar 4, 2007

Our vision of a loving God makes the idea of a punitive Hell very unnerving for us. Jesus speaks of God’s love, but he also tells us in the Gospels about God’s punishment for sinners.

Additional Text: Genesis 15:1-18 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) Is Hell Real? Our vision of a loving God makes the idea of a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:22-35

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Snapshots Of A Deliverer Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Dec 29, 2006

Jesus in Isaiah, part 3. This message examines Isaiah 42:1-4, taking each verse one at a time and presenting snapshots of Christ in the gospels that correspond, to shed light on how Christ brings deliverance.

Snapshots of a Deliverer Jesus in Isaiah, part 3 December 24, 2006 David Flowers Last week I spoke to you about Jesus the Freedom-Bringer. Obviously the thrust of that message was that Jesus came to bring freedom. At that time I invited you back to hear this week’s message, which I said would ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-4

Denomination: Free Methodist

True Power Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 6, 2005

Spiritual Power is a life changed for Jesus through presenting the Gospel. A spiritual Leader is someone who is willing to pay a personal price for his concern, his message, and his lifestyle as he bears the message of Jesus.

Any written statement carries certain dangers with it. It sets down a confirmed record and holds the writer to account. It can also be misinterpreted and misunderstood if the exact context of what was said and why it was said isn’t understood precisely. E-mail heightens these dangers because it ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

God's Call To The Poor Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 12, 2009

Poor Christians are special people to God. He saves each of us on the basis of the work of Christ on the cross & not because of anything that we are or have. But the poor are more receptive to the gospel message therefore they seem favored by God.

JAMES 2:5-7 GOD’S CALL TO THE POOR [1 Corinthians 1:26-27] Preferential treatment of the rich is wrong. James makes his case that biased judgment is wrong through four rhetorical questions he will ask, expecting an affirmative answer. Those who have entered into a faith relationship with Jesus ...read more

Scripture: James 2:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Free Refills Of His Victory Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 22, 2010

Why did John focus on Mary Magdalene’s viist to the tomb in his gospel? What was there about what she saw and what she believed that made her story so important to his story?

OPEN: I’m going to name 4 characters in a famous TV show and then I’m going to ask you to name that show. Ready? Bert and Ernie The Cookie Monster Big Bird Name that show! (Sesame Street). Now, how many of you remember a character from that show named “Mr. Hooper”? (a few hands were raised) ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18, John 20:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ