Sermons on I Must Decrease:

"I Thirst" Series

Contributed by Kevin Cummins on Jun 9, 2003

"I thirst" is a statement from the cross that was only recorded by John in his gospel. I believe there was at least three reasons why God inspired to John to record that statment. This sermons looks at those three reasons.

Last week our fourth statement from the cross that we looked at was perhaps the most agonizing statement of all. I believe as Christ took on the sins of the world, that sin that was upon Him separated Him from His Father and in that time of spiritual agony He cried out, “My God, my God, why ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Denomination: Church Of God

I Am Series

Contributed by Brandon Vernoy on Jul 16, 2016

I AM is a complete statement when made by God, but how about us? What do we add to that statement when describing ourselves? Is it accurate? Is it honest?

Exodus 3:13-14 (Exodus 3:13-14 NASB) "13 Then Moses said to God, "Behold, I am going to the sons of Israel, and I will say to them, 'The God of your fathers has sent me to you.' Now they may say to me, 'What is His name?' What shall I say to them?" 14 God said to Moses, "I AM WHO I AM"; and He ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Believe Series

Contributed by Justin Lamison on Dec 30, 2017

The first in a series of sermons devoted to understanding the biblical truth contained in the Apostles' Creed.

I Believe… Matthew 7.24-27 Introduction What do we mean when we say, “I believe” in the Apostles’ Creed? In the current use of the word belief, there is very little difference between belief and an opinion. You have your beliefs and I have mine. But in the Bible, belief is a much stronger ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Nazarene

I-Serve Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 11, 2009

The disciples argue again about who would be the greatest, but Jesus chose this meal to teach them a powerful lesson. Do you know what it was?

OPEN: Syndicated columnist Deborah Mathis wrote about the time when she was at Union Station in Washington D. C. on a particularly busy day. The first thing she remembers about that experience was the noisy hubbub of sounds. • The public address announcer calling out arrivals and departures. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Believe

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jun 25, 2014

3 Things I believe

“I Believe” June 29, 2014 Acts 16:29-34 “The jailer called for lights, rushed in and fell trembling before Paul and Silas. He then brought them out and asked, “Sirs, what must I do to be saved?” They replied, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:29-34

Denomination: Holiness

Mockery, I Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Dec 25, 2012

A king who leaves his own position in glory to take on the sins of his people – that is a king worthy to follow.

Introduction “We are going up to Jerusalem,” [Jesus] said, “and the Son of Man will be betrayed to the chief priests and teachers of the law. They will condemn him to death and will hand him over to the Gentiles, 34 who will mock him and spit on him, flog him and kill him” ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:16-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

I Will Build Series

Contributed by T D on Jan 19, 2011

Jesus tells Peter that the church will be built by Jesus Christ himself.

Series: Solid Rock Choice I Will Build Matthew 16:15-18, John 21:21-22 This week I had this memory pop back into my head of something that happened in the country of Colombia when a few of us were on a mission trip there a few years ago – we were helping with the construction of a tower which ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Altar Of "I" Series

Contributed by James Cloud on Aug 4, 2007

This sermon deals with religiosity, self-rightouesness and "me worship" vs. the true faith that God requires.

The Altar of “I” By Fr. James Cloud A young man entered a beautiful cathedral which was so ornately decorated that the very sight of it could make the hardest of sinners cry in repentance. He made his way down the aisle of the church and found it surprisingly empty except for a solitary ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-22

Denomination: Anglican

Igo Series

Contributed by Matthew Hylton on Sep 13, 2010

The iMission is for all of us to carry out. We are all to Pray, Give, & Go.

iMISSION (Part 3) “iGo” TEXT: Multiple INTRO: Good morning we are finishing our series called iMission. Why iMission? We know that the “I” in Mission is and individual mission, that Jesus has given all of us. We are to Pray, Give & Go. In our first week we looked at ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Will Be Patient Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Feb 1, 2015

A sermon designed to help up to become more patient with people and with circumstances.

"Relaunch 2015" pt. 4 - I Will Be Patient Galatians 5:22-23 Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. Introduction: I want to welcome you this morning to part 4 of a new ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

I Do Series

Contributed by Kent Kessler on Aug 30, 2007

WHAT AM I TO DO SINCE I HAVE BEEN SAVED? THESE NT PASSAGES SPEAK OF WHAT A BELIEVER IS TO BE ABOUT: "LET, LET US, KEEP ON, DO, DO NOT, BE, IF, LIVE, SHOULD" IN THE NT.

LET...’ Ephesians ...no one deceive you with empty words because of such things God’s wrath comes on those who are disobedient. Therefore do not be partners with them. Philippians ...your gentleness be evident to all. Colossians ...your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

I Understand

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Mar 23, 2012

The three words "I Am Thirsty" speak volumes to us today.

I Understand John 19:28-29 Intro: Easter is almost here. Two more weeks and it will be upon us. We have spent the last several weeks looking at the cross of Jesus and the last words of our Savior on that cross. This morning we are going to look at the shortest saying as they are called. . I want ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Denomination: Baptist

I Can

Contributed by Brian Harvison on May 29, 2008

I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me

Php 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice. Php 4:5 Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand. Php 4:6 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. Php 4:11 Not that I speak ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Baptist

'i Believe'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 15, 2018

‘I believe’ – 1 Timothy chapter 3 verse 16 – Sermon by Gordon Curley. PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Incarnation (2). Vindication (3). Visualisation (4). Proclamation (5). Confession (6). Ascension SERMON BODY: Ill: • The 1993 film Schindler's List; • Chronicled the heroic efforts of Czech born businessman Oskar Schindler, • Who tried to make his fortune during the Second ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Brethren

I Thirst

Contributed by David Swensen on Apr 24, 2002

Our Lord’s cry, “I THIRST,” is a poignant reminder to us that, no matter what the cost, we have been called to a life of obedience.

John 19:28-37 INTRODUCTION Gladys Aylward was a missionary to China and her labors were chronicled in the film The Inn of the Sixth Happiness.On one occasion she suffered terribly during a journey across the mountains of China in order to bring a hundred orphans to safety. Ranging in age from ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-37

Denomination: Baptist