Sermons on Hard Sayings Of Christ:

The Rock And The Hard Place Part 8 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 6, 2014

Part eight of the series focuses on the rights of an heir as it relates to our faith.

The Rock And The Hard Place Part 8 The Heir and Faith Scriptures: Matthew 17:20; Romans 10:17; Matthew 17:16; Galatians 2:14, 16; 3:23-25; 4:1-7; John 6:19 Introduction: This message is part eight of my series “The Rock and the Hard Place.” If you recall from last ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

O Lord It's Hard To Be Humble

Contributed by David N. Clay on Feb 21, 2012

Philippians 2:5-11 tells us how to be humble. How to have a selfless mind, a sacrificial mind, and a serving mind.

Humility Years ago there was this funny song about humility. The chorus went something like this… Oh Lord it's hard to be humble when you're perfect in every way. I can't wait to look in the mirror cause I get better looking each day. To know me is to love me I must be a heck of a man. Oh ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Oh Lord It's Hard To Be Humble Series

Contributed by Timothy Enns on Nov 15, 2011

A look at having the same mind as that of Christ Jesus

Mac Davis wrote and made famous a song that is stilled played on some radio stations today. The songs title is Oh Lord it hard to be humble. Basically the gist of the song says that it is hard to be humble when the song singer gets better looking each day, he perfect in everyway and to know him is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Ambassadors For Christ

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Sep 21, 2006

encourage men to be what God says we are

AMBASSADORS FOR CHRIST AMBASSADORS FOR CHRIST "Now then we are ambassadors for Christ" 2 CORINTHIANS 5:20. God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself, and Christ is in believers continuing this work of reconciliation. Study the following suggestions growing out of this subject and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:20

Denomination: Baptist

It's Okay To Say No

Contributed by Christopher Lund on Dec 8, 2020

It can be hard to tell people "no", and sometimes we say "yes" when we don't actually mean it. But Jesus shows us how important "no" can be. From https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEWRnuMvKY4

I think a lot of us can have a hard time saying "no" to people. We can be afraid that other people will be disappointed, or let down, or maybe not even like us as much anymore. Or we might feel guilty, guilty that someone else might have to help them instead of us, or that nobody will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:38-44, Matthew 5:37, Colossians 3:23-24

Who Do You Say That I Am?

Contributed by Brian William on Nov 10, 2005

In our image-conscious world, we often try to remake Christ to suit our needs. Presented here in a way for both believers and seekers, the good news is that Christ isn’t who we say, but Christ is who He is -- the Love of God made flesh to save humanity!

We’re going to start this morning with a quick Marketing 101 lesson. Brand image is a key concept in Marketing 101. Brand image is the concept that you’re going to connect a particular product with a particular idea. Brand image. They say that out of all the advertising dollars spent in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Methodist

Hard Wiring God's Character Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 9, 2005

Do you revisit old sins? Did you know that God has forgotten them purposefully and it would be wrong to go over and over them? Learn about freedom from guilt in the once for all sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

Have you ever been in a contract dispute? Maybe charges got put on your account that you feel aren’t yours or aren’t fair. I had a situation recently with an agreement that I signed an extension on - and the other party and I discussed the changes and then I signed the document I received. Little ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-39

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

God Says Go, But You Say No

Contributed by Tyrone Blue on Jun 22, 2006

This sermon describes the results of the church (the children of Israel) not trusting and obeying God’s promise to enter into their Promised Land.

Sermon - #40 Title: “God says go, you say no” Scripture – Numbers 14:1-4 Key Terms: Go – To be in motion, moving forward or ahead No – Refusal, denial or negation Background – In life today, many people appear to be standing in the same place. They are not progressing, they are not moving ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

What The Incarnation Says To Us

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 12, 2003

The Incarnation tells us that we are loved and we have significance.

What Does the Incarnation Say to Us? Luke 2:8-14 Incarnation is one of those big church words we hear a lot about at Christmas. But what does it mean? If I asked you to define “Incarnation” could you do it? Let me give you a hint… it is not a flower and it does not come from contented cows. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

All In Favor? Say I..

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Sep 28, 2014

That's gods plan for you..all of them..every spiritual blessing, He has known us..from the beginning By our name, by our image..by our Very own fingerprints Even then.. He saw you blessed and prosperous..because He saw you full of His Grace and favor

All In Favor? Say I Ephesians 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ, 4 just as He chose us in Him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and without blame before Him in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Shall We Say Then

Contributed by Michael Adams on Dec 31, 2018

A look into Romans chapter 6, shall we sin because we are under grace. God forbid. We have been made conquerors over sin and death through Jesus Christ.

What Shall We Say Then Romans 6:1-2 1 What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound? 2 God forbid. How shall we, that are dead to sin, live any longer therein? 2 Corinthians 5: 17 Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-17, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

Sayings Of The Word Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 22, 2012

We need to understand the reason why some sayings of Jesus are put together as they are, sometimes logically, sometimes phonetically.

Monday of 25th Week in Course Verbum Domini “Jesus is the Wisdom of God incarnate, he is his eternal Word who became a mortal man.” These words of our Holy Father end the prologue to his letter, Verbum Domini, and give depth to our readings today. The logia, or sayings of Jesus, were ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:16-18

Denomination: Catholic

Do The Hard Work First.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 17, 2023

After living more than 60 years, I know that any claim that offers an effortless way to develop a lean, well conditioned body is a hoax. So is any sermon title that promises an easy way to become like our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Do the Hard Work First. 1 Timothy 6:11-12TPT After living more than 60 years, I know that any claim that offers an effortless way to develop a lean, well conditioned body is a hoax. So is any sermon title that promises an easy way to become like our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. In 1Timothy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-12, Romans 14:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Survey Says

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Oct 6, 2008

Digital love may byte you in the end.

I have noticed that there are a lot of folks over 40 looking for a mate on the social networks. My son met his wife online and I am a Techie so I am not opposed to the concept. I will say y’all need to be careful. A lot of danger lurks on the web. I have learned over the years from my many degrees ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:27

Denomination: Baptist

When Following Gets Hard...

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Aug 17, 2024

The words of John 6:66 strike a solemn note in the heart of any believer. How could it be that those who once followed the Lord, who witnessed His miracles and heard His teachings, would turn away? What happened to cause these disciples to abandon their walk with Christ?

John 6:66 - From that time many of His disciples went back and walked with Him no more. The words of John 6:66 strike a solemn note in the heart of any believer. How could it be that those who once followed the Lord, who witnessed His miracles and heard His teachings, would turn away? What ...read more

Scripture: John 6:66, John 6:60, Matthew 19:21-22