Sermons on High Council:

The Question Everyone Is Asking Series

Contributed by Gregory Fisher on Mar 25, 2020

After Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead there was quite a stir in Jerusalem. The Chief Priests and Pharisees called a meeting of the ruling council and asked, "What do we do now?" How about today? How do we answer the covid-19 crisis?

The Question Everyone Is Asking Text: John 11:45-57 Many of the Jews therefore, who had come with Mary and had seen what he did, believed in him, 46 but some of them went to the Pharisees and told them what Jesus had done. 47 So the chief priests and the Pharisees gathered the council ...read more

Scripture: John 11:45-57

Denomination: Foursquare

Made To Make A Difference (Acts 4) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 14, 2012

This expository sermon series is adapted from Max Lucado's book, Out Live Your Life, and credit for most the series belong to him. Outlines are original. In Acts 4, we see the church was Fearless with Persecution, Faithful with Prayer, and Free with Posse

Made to Make a Difference: Acts 4 Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 7/10/2011 This series is inspired by and portions adapted from Max Lucado’s Out Live Your Life. The early church didn’t have any of the advantages that some ministries boast and depend on today. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-34

Denomination: Christian Church

Paul Preaching To The Sanhedrin Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 6, 2022

Paul’s arrest in Jerusalem marked a new term of his work. He completed his third Journey and now his next Journey from Jerusalem to Rome would be in chains. He would address powerful leaders, the High Priest, Felix, Festus, King Agrippa and on to appeal to Caesar.

Context of Paul to Sanhedrin Paul had finished his third missionary journey and was in Jerusalem and explaining to the Jerusalem leaders all that had happened through the Lord to the gentiles. Paul was led to Jerusalem by the Holy Spirit, but Paul was also anticipating troubles in Jerusalem ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Embarrased Believer Or Person Of Impact

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Mar 22, 2004

All followers of Jesus can be high impact people because of the purpose and power of God in their lives.

Embarrassed Believer or Person of Impact? Scripture Reading: Acts 6:1-15 Text: Acts 6:2-10; 7:54, 57-59 Sermon Idea: Are you an embarrassed believer or person of impact? All followers of Jesus can be high impact people because of the purpose and power of God in their lives. We can and should be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:2-10, Acts 7:54-59

Denomination: Holiness

Very Religious Yet Very Lost!

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Aug 28, 2004

Ardent religious activity and a high and lofty intellect fall far short of the righteousness God requires.

VERY RELIGIOUS YET VERY LOST! 22 Then Paul stood in the midst of the Areopagus and said: "Men of Athens, I perceive that in all things you are very religious; 23 for as I was passing through and considering the objects of your worship, I even found an altar with this inscription: TO THE ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-34

Denomination: Baptist

Baccalaureate Address Class Of 2004

Contributed by Greg Baskerville on Mar 24, 2005

This is the baccalaureate address I gave to my son’s high school graduating class of 2004.

Baccalaureate Service 05/20/2004 Graduates, In a few short days, you will be busy doing something you have looked forward to for a long time; no, not graduate, not get out of school, and not leave home. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-29

Denomination: Congregational

Honor Our Graduates

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Aug 30, 2006

A message to the high school graduating class of 2006 at Dakota Community Church and KOZ Youth Mission.

June 11, 2006 Dakota Community Church Honor Our Graduates Introduction: Welcome again and thank you to the parents for allowing their children to be a part of KOZ. Special occasions like this are one of the best things about being a pastor. Today I want to quickly give you the three most ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Mennonite

Sin's Atonement

Contributed by Sam Peters on Mar 1, 2007

A message comparing the priestly sacrifices of the Old Testament with the Priestly sacrifice of Christ our High Priest.

Sin’s Atonement – Lev. 16:1-17 & Heb. 9:11-26 Lev 16:1-17 16:1 The LORD spoke to Moses after the death of the two sons of Aaron who died when they approached the LORD. 2 The LORD said to Moses: "Tell your brother Aaron not to come whenever he chooses into the Most Holy Place behind the curtain in ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 16:1-17

The Color Of Your Heart

Contributed by Brian Credille on Feb 3, 2001

Jesus placed high importance on the purity of the heart. Why is the color of your heart so important?

"The Color of Your Heart" Matthew 5:8 INTRODUCTION The teachings of Jesus were continually aimed at the hearts of men and women. The religion of Jesus requires purity of heart. Any faith or philosophy that moves away from purity is not of God. Jesus would change our hearts and minds. Why is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Of Hope

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 3, 2008

Part of a series at our church entitled "High Definition." It is a segemented narrative sermon focused on hope.

LIVING LIFE IN HD: HOPE PHILIPPIANS 3:1-21 SEGMENTED ILLUSTRATION 1: The Shawshank Redemption (www.ozsermonillustrations.com/frames/hope_frameset.htm) The Shawshank Redemption is one of the best modern films made in my opinion. It has drama and suspense and turns your heart and stomach upside ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Offscouring Of The Earth

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 7, 2014

The world won't have a very high regard or value placed on what God values.

THE OFFSCOURING OF THE EARTH TEXT: 1 Corinthians 4:9-13 1 Corinthians 4:9-13 KJV For I think that God hath set forth us the apostles last, as it were appointed to death: for we are made a spectacle unto the world, and to angels, and to men. [10] We are fools for Christ's sake, but ye are wise ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:9-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

75. The Church - Our Worship Leader Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 17, 2018

The risen Christ now “lives to intercede” for us as our high priest in God’s presence.

IN GOD'S IMAGE 75 - THE CHURCH - OUR WORSHIP LEADER This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:24-25, Numbers 6:24-26, John 17:19, John 20:17, Colossians 3:16-17, Romans 1:20-21, Romans 12:1, Psalm 42:1-2, 1 Corinthians 10:16, Revelation 5:8-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

The God Kind Of Love

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 27, 2019

God has given us His grace to aspire towards this high standard of AGAPE Love.

THE GOD KIND OF LOVE. Luke 6:27-38. The Sermon on the Plain is directed towards those who ‘came to hear’ Jesus (Luke 6:17). It was ‘toward His disciples’ that Jesus first lifted up His eyes (Luke 6:20). That emphasis is repeated at the beginning of the present passage (Luke 6:27). These are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Paupers To Princes

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 21, 2018

We are adopted sons and daughters of the Most High King; let’s act like it.

From Paupers to Princes March 18, 2018 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We are adopted sons and daughters of the Most High King; let’s act like it. Focus Passage: 1 John 3:1-10 Supplemental Passage: because it is written, "YOU SHALL BE HOLY, FOR I AM ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Been There... Done That

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on May 22, 2008

Jesus, our high priest is uniquely qualified to be our intercessor because he identifies with us.

Been There... Done That. Hebrews 4:14-16 Life often is confusing... we are hit from different sides at once and we lose our bearings. This can be from death, disease, bankruptcy, rejection, divorce, or other situation. It reminds me of one of my favorite stories... the Insurance Claim Letter ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Baptist