Sermons on High Council:

Jesus Christ, Our Great High Priest

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 13, 2022

On the last night of Jesus' life before going to the cross, He spent time with the Father in prayer, serving as our great High Priest making intercession with God the Father on our behalf (Hebrews 3:1, 6:20). This "high priestly" prayer warrants our attention.

So far in John's gospel, we have encountered glorious portraits of the life, work, and teachings of the Lord Jesus Christ that give "many convincing proofs" (Acts 1:3) of HIs divinity and godly authority which no one else can ever claim. He healed the sick, raised the dead, fed the ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26, Hebrews 3:1, Hebrews 6:20, John 14:6, Acts 4:12, 1 Corinthians 15:10, Philippians 2:5-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Memorial Day-The High Price Of Freedom Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on May 26, 2022

This is dedicated to the memory of all those military personnel who died while serving in the US Armed Forces. It is so easy to just relax and enjoy “another holiday” without taking time to reflect upon the significance of the day itself.

Introduction - This is dedicated to the memory of all those military personnel who died while serving in the US Armed Forces. It is so easy to just relax and enjoy “another holiday” without taking time to reflect upon the significance of the day itself. Memorial Day is the day that the United ...read more

Scripture: John 11:50-51, John 12:32-33, Galatians 2:20, 2 Samuel 1:19, John 16:33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The High Priestly Prayer Of Jesus (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 11, 2023

Part 1 of a 2-part sermon that examines the High Priestly Prayer of Jesus as he prayed for God’s glory to be displayed in his life, and as he prayed for victory for the disciples who will carry the work forward on his behalf.

By show of hands this morning, let’s see how many of you remember these catch phrases from your childhood (my guess is that you responded to these, like I did, with an exaggerated eye roll but now you say some of them yourself): • Money doesn’t grow on trees. • Were you born in a barn? • They sure ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The High Priestly Prayer Of Jesus (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 17, 2023

Part 2 of a 2-part sermon that examines the High Priestly Prayer of Jesus as he prayed for God’s glory to be displayed in his life, and as he prayed for victory for the disciples who will carry the work forward on his behalf.

If you’re like me, one of the most frustrating aspects of my spiritual life is my prayer life. I don’t ever feel like I am praying enough. I feel like my mind wanders too often in prayer. I feel like my prayers are too repetitive at times. I don’t know why my appetite for prayer isn’t higher than ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pentecost Sunday: Filled With Power From On High

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 7, 2025

Pentecost is more than a day — it is a divine encounter that releases heaven’s power on earth. The Holy Spirit was not sent for a one-time experience but to dwell with and within us perpetually. As we yield to Him, we are transformed, empowered, and used mightily for God’s glory.

PENTECOST SUNDAY: FILLED WITH POWER FROM ON HIGH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:1-4 Supporting Texts: Joel 2:28-29, Luke 24:49, Acts 1:8, John 14:16–17, Romans 8:11 INTRODUCTION: Pentecost Sunday commemorates the outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the early disciples of Jesus Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Storming The Gates Of Hell"

Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Sep 13, 2006

when Jesus speaks of the gates of hell, He is referring to the councils of Hell.

Biblical Text: Matthew 16:18 “And the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” In ancient times, tall, thick and impenetrable walls of stone surrounded most cities. Each city had a limited number of gates through which visitors could enter. Since all traffic came and went through the gates, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Big Issue.

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Jan 20, 2007

The Jerusalem council; sorting out the Big issue of how are we saved?

Acts 15.1- 21. The Big Issue. A Big issue then and today is the question of right standing with God, how will we be saved? How will we be accepted,how will we be forgiven and what is it we have to do to be saved for eternity? You can travel around the world and meet different people with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Who Can Join Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 17, 2017

The council at Jerusalem concludes that grace and faith come to both Jews and Gentiles.

INTRODUCTION They are called “Watershed Events.” They may seem insignificant at the time, but they change our lives or even the course of human history. Today’s story of the First Church Council of Jerusalem is such an event. The decision to allow Gentiles into the new, growing Christian community ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Jerusalem Lifted Up Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 1, 2012

The Council envisioned a humanity integrated, not split apart, and entirely in the image of Christ

Monday of First Week in Advent 2012 Gaudium et Spes When Roman general Titus stood on Mount Scopus in March of the year 70 AD, and looked toward the rebel city of Jerusalem, he learned by experience what many before him had known. Like Sennacherib and Nebuchadnezzar, Antiochus and Herod, he saw ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:1-5

Denomination: Catholic

Being Intentional: Shunning Dependency, Inviting People, Relying On God, Serving The Other Servants, Avoiding Distractions. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Feb 15, 2021

My wrap up message at officer councils, 2021, Fiji Division.

Being Intentional: Shunning dependency, inviting people, relying on God, serving the other servants, avoiding distractions. I’ve already discussed my view that the Fiji Division can be a leading light within The Salvation Army within the NZFTS Territory. While we are currently dependant on the ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:15, John 4:35

Denomination: Salvation Army

Questions That Need An Answer (Isaiah 40:12-31) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 7, 2024

The questions push people to believe what they know: God is great; problems (and human empires like Babylon) are small.

Our passage today is built around a series of questions. You might find these questions comically easy to answer. Parts of this might feel a bit like Sunday school when you were very little. But work with me this morning. Multiple times, I'm going to ask you the question the prophet asks. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:12-31

Jesus From Another Tribe

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 6, 2014

To compare JESUS's from tribe of Judah to Aaron from tribe of Levi.

I. EXORDIUM: Who is your high priest? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To compare JESUS's from tribe of Judah to Aaron from tribe of Levi. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 7:13 (Amplified Bible) 7:13 For the One of Whom these things are said belonged [not to the priestly line but] to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Out With The Old – In With The New Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 4, 2015

A study of the book of Hebrews 8: 1 – 13

Hebrews 8: 1 – 13 Out With The Old – In With The New 1 Now this is the main point of the things we are saying: We have such a High Priest, Who Is seated at the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in the heavens, 2 a Minister of the sanctuary and of the true tabernacle which the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:1-13

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

“jesus Prays To His Father” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on May 24, 2016

Hours from Jesus' arrest and crucifixion, Jesus prays to His Father in regard to their eternal mutual glory.

“Jesus Prays to His Father” John 17:1-5 John 17 reveals the prayer of Jesus immediately before His arrest and crucifixion for those who would believe. It is often known as the High Priestly prayer of Jesus since He intercedes for Himself, His Disciples and for all those who would ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Jealousy Of The Leaders Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 14, 2017

But not everyone was happy with the success of the Church. The religious establishment that had opposed the ministry of Jesus, and then crucified Him, took the same hostile approach toward the Apostles.

November 21, 2013 Commentary on the Acts of the Apostles By: Tom Lowe Topic #II: The Church in Jerusalem, Acts 2.1-8.3 Subtopic D: Struggle from Within and Without (Acts 5.1-6.7) Subtopic 2: The Sanhedrin and the Apostles (5:12-42) Lesson II.D.2.b: ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-42

Denomination: Baptist