Sermons on Hight Priest:

It Is Finished

Contributed by Steve Hereford on Mar 25, 2002

What did Jesus mean when He said "It is finished" in John 19:30? Join Pastor Steve as He shares the impact of that statement.

INTRODUCTION Our text this morning is found in John’s Gospel – John 19:30. It is a simple text but profound. Its implications are far reaching and enduring. This text tells us that Jesus had a task to fulfill. John 19:30 says, “So when Jesus had received the sour wine, He said, b“It is finished!” ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30, John 19:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God In The Dock

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Apr 2, 2002

This is the third in a series on the most important day in the most important life ever lived; we walk with Jesus to Calvary!

¡§The Most Important Day In the Most Important Life Ever Lived!¡¨ ¡§God in the Dock¡¨ Matthew 26:57-68; 27:1-2 February 24, 2002 Every time I am reading C.S. Lewis, you ought to expect that you will hear me talking about him, and this is no exception, as I am currently in the middle of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Is It Christian Or Is It Convenient

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 1, 2001

This sermon looks at how we may have to choose between being a true Christian, or simply taking the path of convenience in our walk with the Lord. Jeroboam is the main character.

IS IT CHRISTIAN OR CONVENIENT I Kings 11:26-40, 2 Timothy 2:1-30, Text I Kings 12:25-33 Early 2/26/93 .ls2 We live in a world intent on making things convenient for us. There are a host of things that have made living more conven ient and human bodies more lazy. We no longer ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:25-33

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Your Distress Is Discipline Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Dec 3, 2002

It serves us well to go to God and ask Him, “What’s the reason I’m facing this particular problem?” If you are spiritually sensitive, you’ll find that sometimes, God has engineered the problem you are facing to correct you – to discipline you – to get yo

Have you ever wondered, “What’s the point of problems? Why do I find myself in mess after mess after mess?” God uses troubles… … to protect us. Maybe you’re headed in a wrong direction or find yourself in a place you shouldn’t be in. God will arrange some trouble to come to remove us danger. ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 9:1-38

Denomination: Baptist

Fire And Hammer

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 31, 2001

Jeremiah 23:29 Is not my word like as a fire? saith the Lord; and like a hammer that breaketh the rock in pieces?

FIRE AND HAMMER Jeremiah 23:29 Is not my word like as a fire? saith the Lord; and like a hammer that breaketh the rock in pieces? Jeremiah 23:29 a [Is not my word like as a fire ... like a hammer] Two symbols of the Word of God: 1. Like a fire, a great purifier which destroys all that is ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Staying Focused On Christ Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Oct 28, 2005

Three reasons to stay focused on Christ.

Matthew 26:26 - While they were eating, Jesus took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, "Take and eat; this is my body." 27Then he took the cup, gave thanks and offered it to them, saying, "Drink from it, all of you. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:26-66

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord And The Lepers

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Sep 19, 2008

Using the circumstances surrounding Christ’s encounter with 10 lepers, this message draws comparisons between the conditions of the lepers and those of the lost sinner.

The Lord And The Lepers Text: Luke 17: 17-19 Intro: Luke 17: 11-19 is a brief, but beautiful account of the compassion, concern, and power of Christ, demonstrated on behalf of the helpless and hurting of this world. In the account under consideration today, Jesus is approached by 10 lepers, who ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Invisible Hand Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Mar 30, 2009

The "invisible hand" of a sovereign God guides Paul (and us!).

“The Invisible Hand” Acts 22:22-23:11 July 27, 2008 From Wikipedia: “The invisible hand is a metaphor coined by the economist Adam Smith. In The Wealth of Nations and other writings, Smith demonstrated that, in a free market, an individual pursuing his own self-interest tends to also ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

An Embarrassing Failure

Contributed by Paul Decker on Mar 12, 2007

We are to practice humility.

AN EMBARRASSING FAILURE John 18.15-27 S: Peter’s Denials C: Failure Pr: WE ARE TO PRACTICE HUMILITY. TS: In our study of John 18.15-27 we will find how Peter’s weakness is exposed. Type: Inductive I. UNDERCOVER (15-18) II. UNDERHANDED (19-24) III. UNDERCURRENT (25-27) IV. UNDERSTANDING ...read more

Scripture: John 18:15-27

Denomination: Baptist

Clearing The Bench Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 18, 2007

The first thing Jesus did after His triumphal entry into Jerusalem was to clean house. He cleanses the Temple of it’s sinfulness. What can this teach us about the need for purity and holiness in our churches and our personal lives?

OPEN: About 50 years ago there was a great preacher in the Washington D.C. area named Peter Marshall. I once read one of his sermons and found the following description of the scene we just read about in Matthew: “It is early morning, but already the temple court is a bedlam of activity and noise. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-17, John 2:12-17, Zechariah 9:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Annas, Herod, And Pilate Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Apr 10, 2006

This message is on three men who condemned Jesus to death. Annas, Herod and Pilate were all driven by different demons.

Annas, Herod, & Pilate Billy Graham was invited to be honored at a luncheon in January 2000 in Charlotte, NC. He was in his 80’s with Parkinson’s disease at the time so he initially hesitated to accept the invitation. But the Charlotte leaders said, "We don’t expect a major address. Just come ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Praise And Worship

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Feb 25, 2007

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT THE POWER OF PRAISE AND WORSHIP AND HIGHLIGHTS THE FOLLOWING 1.VICTORY 2.BREAKTHROUGH 3.FREEDOM 4.DELIVERANCE 5.REVELATION 6.JUDGEMENT 7.HEALING

THE POWER OF PRAISE AND WORSHIP ******************************************************* OUTLINE 1.VICTORY 2.BREAKTHROUGH 3.FREEDOM 4.DELIVERANCE 5.REVELATION 6.JUDGEMENT 7.HEALING THE MESSAGE THE POWER OF PRAISE AND WORSHIP ********************************************************* 1.VICTORY ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:3, Psalm 22:1-8, Joshua 11:8, Psalm 22:3-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus' Encounter With An Unclean Man Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 12, 2007

A look at Jesus’ encounter with a leper and how it relates to us. We all have leprosy, which is symbolic of sin, and only Jesus can make us clean again!

“Encounters with Jesus: With an Unclean Man” Introduction: When I was a freshman in college I had to preach a sermon in one of my classes, the teacher insisted that we dress up for the occasion. The class was early, like 7:30 early; I rolled out of bed a little bit late and began to get ready for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Do I Experience The Spirit's Life? Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Aug 28, 2009

Living ‘in the Spirit’ is the normal Christian life. In Galatians, a letter written to correct the love for religion over relationship, we are told that the Holy Spirit is God’s gift to all Believers.

The question I would like to start us thinking about is: “HOW do I experience the life of the Spirit?” Let’s explore that idea this morning in this message which is titled.... Choosing to live IN the Spirit Living ‘in the Spirit’ is the normal Christian life. In Galatians, a letter written to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Steps In Order To See God At Work

Contributed by Gerald Steffy on Sep 3, 2009

God works in mysterious and miraculous ways when we take the proper steps to allow Him to do His work.

STEPS IN ORDER TO SEE GOD AT WORK Luke 1:5-25 Proposition: Objective: My purpose is to challenge people to look to where God is at work in our lives, our church and our community. INTRODUCTION: Illus: A missionary went to a remote Indian village in Peru. If you were to visit the main ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist