Sermons on In His Own Image:

Jesus’ Priestly Prayer For His Church

Contributed by Rajendra Kadia on Feb 8, 2018

Jesus Prayed for the believers

Introduction: How shall we feel if we received a letter/ email from President Trump or PM Trudeau that he is praying for us? In John 17, we have the King and Kings Lord Jesus Christ’s longest recorded prayer. We are so blessed to have the highest authority (Jesus) praying and interceding for us. He ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Ordering My Steps In His Word

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Jan 6, 2024

Every January many of us make decisions to change our lives in the upcoming year. For me, this year will be a re-emphasis on ordering my life according to God's Word.

I’ve been thinking about this year and the plans that the Lord has on the drawing board for me and for you. I understand clearly that He has a plan for me, I also understand that He can’t “download” the plan into my spirit, and ultimately, my life if I am not ready to receive it and walk in it. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:133, Psalm 32:8, John 8:32, Psalm 138:1-2, Jeremiah 15:16, Psalm 119:172  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Centurion And His Perception About Life

Contributed by Praveen Raj.n.l on May 8, 2020

The sermon is all about how the centurion perceive life relying upon the faithfulness of God

Luke 7:1-10 will provide us with a lens to understand what great faith is and how to gain it. This passage comes right after the conclusion of Jesus’ instructions to his disciples on how to be a disciple. When you look at Luke 6 you will see Christ’s discipleship manual where he does all his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Other

The Child Jesus Held In His Arms

Contributed by Revd Dr Ruwan Palapathwala on Dec 17, 2024

When we come to the faith and are baptised, we are forever held in Jesus’ arms.

Only a few Sundays ago, I preached on the story of Jesus picking up a little child and holding him in his arms (Mark 9:30-37) St. Mark did not name the child. But guess what? A tradition in the church says the child is none other than Ignatius, a native of Syria. This is the boy who later became ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-26, 1 John 5:6-12, Isaiah 35:8-10

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Divine Dirt Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 9, 2012

God says we were created in His image. But what does that mean to us and how can that effect our lives?

OPEN: In the Beginning God created the heavens and the earth. On the 1st day He spoke “Let there be Light” – and there was light. On the 2nd day He spoke and He created the sky (atmosphere) above the earth. On the 3rd day He spoke and dry land appeared/ and plants & trees began ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:24-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lord's Supper, On Purpose Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 5, 2016

Jesus initiated the Lord's Supper on purpose. In it we see the Imaging of his death; the Intellect of God; the Instruction of God; and the Inspiration for Disciples.

1. Groundhog Day Punxsutawney Phil is a groundhog that comes out of his burrow on Gobbler's Knob, Pennsylvania, each February 2 to predict the weather. According to legend, if Phil sees his shadow, there will be 6 more weeks of cold weather. If he doesn't see his shadow, spring will come ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:22-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When Being A Conformist Is Good! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 15, 2020

Like it or not, God uses trials and suffering to remold and reshape us into Jesus’ image as part of His long term plan.

When Being A Conformist is Good! (Romans 8:28-30) 1. It is great to see our trials resolved and our prayers answered. A woman at work received a phone call that her daughter was sick with a fever. She left work and stopped by the pharmacy to get some medication for her daughter. She returned to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

His Words Run Very Swiftly

Contributed by James Dina on Feb 18, 2022

Acting on God’s word, angels bring us the gift from heaven swiftly, delivering the good tidings of great joy unto us. ("He sent His word to heal us.")

HIS WORDS RUN VERY SWIFTLY "He sends forth his commandment upon earth: his word runs very swiftly" (Psalm 147:15). In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God "(John1:1); "every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto those that put their ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Praise God For His Problem-Solving

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 9, 2004

We can praise God for His ability to solve any problem. Problems that go unresolved often cause stress, mistakes and miscommunication. When Paul wrote to the Thessalonians he thanked God for the way He helped them solve their problems of turning away from

Praise God for His Problem-Solving (I Thes 1:5-10) We can praise God for His ability to solve any problem. Problems that go unresolved often cause stress, mistakes and miscommunication. When Paul wrote to the Thessalonians he thanked God for the way He helped them solve their problems of turning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:5-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Enter His Gates: A Call To Thanksgiving

Contributed by Joe Harding on Dec 13, 2002

A LIFESTYLE OF WORSHIP INCLUDES GIVING THANKS!

ENTER HIS GATES: A CALL TO THANKSGIVING PSALM 100 NOVEMBER 24, 2002 INTRODUCTION: THANKSGIVING LIST Here is a list of things housewives are most thankful for: "For automatic dishwashers because they make it possible for us to get out of the kitchen before the family comes back in for their ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5, Numbers 20:8, Numbers 20:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Spirit Explaining His Name

Contributed by Nick Watson on Nov 2, 2003

Explaining the messages God included in His chosen Name of the third member of the Trinity.

I want to talk to you this morning about the meaning of the Name ‘Holy Spirit’. Firstly, let me remind you that the Bible teaches us about the Divine Trinity of God the Father; the Lord Jesus Christ His Son; & the Holy Spirit. The very name of the third member of the Divine Trinity, namely, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Apostolic

The Preacher Who Lost His Head Series

Contributed by David Moore on Nov 4, 2005

An examination of the arrest and martyrdom of John the Baptist, showing that a man may kill the messenger, but not his message.

The Preacher Who Lost His Head Aim: To show how John’s fearless condemnation of Herod and his wife resulted in his death, yet his message lived on. Text: Mark 6:14-29 Introduction: John the Baptist was, of course, the forerunner to Christ, “the voice of one crying in the wilderness, Prepare ye ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Baptist

His Name Shall Be Called Wonderful

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jun 11, 2007

Our Lord Jesus Christ is wonderful in all His ways; and we should be especially reminded of that fact during this Christmas season.

“HIS NAME SHALL BE CALLED WONDERFUL” Text: Isa.9: 6 Intro: There is much meaning and importance attached to a name. A name identifies a person. Associated with a particular name are all sorts of character and personality traits. When we mention someone’s name in conversation we immediately ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist

He Shall Feed His Flock

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Apr 2, 2009

Enacted pulpit drama, with props and symbolic actions, as if the preacher were Ezekiel. Immorality and inattention will be judged by God, and until we repent of these we will not flourish.

[Heaving silently, face contorted, head shaking] Immorality and inattention. Immorality and inattention. These things are destroying our people. These things are going to bring God’s judgment on us. I just know it. Immorality and inattention. Selfishness and self-centeredness. Wrong hearts and ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

God's Will And His Glory

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 22, 2021

How can being in God's Will contribute to His Glory? The story of Lazarus' death and how it brought glory to God.

If I were to hold up a painted picture and ask what you think of it, there would be a variety of answers. Some might say it’s beautiful. Others might say it’s ugly or doesn’t make any sense. The reason that is, is because when it comes to art, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Some works of ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-4, John 11:38-45, Philippians 1:20

Denomination: Baptist