Sermons on Is Baptism Necessary:

Jesus Comes To Jordan To Be Baptized

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 31, 2019

Why is baptism so important? And what is meant by Jesus, the sinless One submitting to baptism?

Jesus Comes to be Baptized by John Matthew 3:13-17 The baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist is mentioned in all four gospels. Even though it is not explicitly stated in the Gospel of John, it is strongly implied. What was the relation of John the Baptist to Jesus? All of the gospels deal with this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Let It Be Now

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jan 20, 2011

Sermon on the baptism of Jesus.

Matthew 3:13 – 17 / Let It Be Now Intro: Nearly everyone recognizes the characters of the Peanuts cartoon series. One of those characters is Pigpen who made his debut in the Peanuts comic strip on July 13, 1954. He is the one who walks around in a cloud of dust, sprinkling dirt on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Living Water

Contributed by Jon Earls on Mar 13, 2007

This sermon invites those listening to partake of the Living Water that Jesus provides through the Holy Spirit.

A small boy is sent to bed by his father. Five minutes later... “Da-ad...” “What?” “I’m thirsty. Can you bring drink of water?” “No. You had your chance. Lights out.” Five minutes later: “Da-aaaad...” “WHAT?” “I’m THIRSTY. Can I have a drink of water?” “I told you NO!” If you ask again, ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: Holiness

Another Helper

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 16, 2005

We live ’in the heavenlies’ because of God’s giving us the Holy Spirit.

Another Helper Cornwall/Montreal March 26, 2005 You think you are in Cornwall, Ontario/Montreal, Quebec right now. You think that you are living and moving and having your being here in this area of eastern Canada. You might go along day-after-day thinking this way. However, the apostle Paul, in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Have Real Faith Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 13, 2023

A study from the book of James. This study is inspired by Rick Warren's book: Developing a Faith that Works, Book of James Volumes 1 & 2.

A. We have been hearing a lot during the past year about “FAKE NEWS.” 1. FAKE NEWS is either a news story that has been completely FABRICATED or EMBELLISHED to the point where there is very little TRUTH left in the story. 2. I am always double-checking NEWS STORIES that I see on ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fire And Water: The Elements Of Holiness

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Oct 6, 2014

These texts remind us that God’s concept of holiness is one that permeates the totality of our beings.

21 Eleazar the priest said to the troops who had gone to battle: “This is the statute of the law that the Lord has commanded Moses: 22 gold, silver, bronze, iron, tin, and lead— 23 everything that can withstand fire, shall be passed through fire, and it shall be clean. Nevertheless it ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 31:21-24

Denomination: Baptist

Fly High - Acts Part 9 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 18, 2006

Acts chapter 10, 11 reveals to the world and to all generations that God will pour out His Holy Spirit on anyone who is devoted to God and His ways --whether they are Jewish, Italian, American or even Muslim. Peter showed that God is ready to pour out His

“Fly High” – Acts part 9 Thesis: Acts chapter 10, 11 reveals to the world and to all generations that God will pour out His Holy Spirit on anyone who is devoted to God and His ways --whether they are Jewish, Italian, American or even Muslim. Peter showed that God is ready to pour out His Holy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Holy Spirit And The Believer

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Sep 9, 2005

The believe needs to be aware that the Holy Spirit is an empowerment for doing the work of the Lord Jesus Christ

The Holy Spirit and Church Acts 1:8-1:8 The Massachusetts Bar Association Lawyers Journal printed the following questions actually asked of witnesses during trial lawyers: • The youngest son, the 20-year-old, how old is he? • Was it you or your younger brother who was killed in the ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The New Experience

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Jan 14, 2003

The disciples of Christ are instructed to wait for the Holy Spirit.

The New Experience Acts 1:5-8 I. Introduction a. The Holy Spirit is necessary in our Christian walk. He is the power source that drives us in our daily walk. It’s also the Holy Spirit that convicts us of our sins, and it is Him that draws unbelievers to Christ. One of the main rules of Scuba ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wind And Fire

Contributed by James May on Feb 19, 2006

We need the Baptism in the Holy Ghost, the wind and fire, with the evidence of Speaking in other Tongues, to really be what God wants us to be.

Wind and Fire By Pastor James May The Passover Feast was over, Jesus had risen from the grave, and after appearing to many of his disciples for 40 days after Passover and the resurrection, He led a few of them out to the Mount of Olives near Bethany. At the exact place where his feet left the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:49

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I'll Live In New Jersey!

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jun 6, 2002

Families are wonderful and necessary.

Families are wonderful. Families are challenging. I am reminded of this every time I see my favorite Cosby Show episode in which Cliff, the father played by Bill Cosby, and Theo, the son played by Malcolm Jamal-Warner, have a chat about Theo’s desire to live like a “regular” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:14, 1 John 4:7

Denomination: Church Of God

A Big Ugly Family Confrontation: Lesson 4

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 3, 2013

Confrontation is inevitable but necessary

A. INTRODUCTION: GENESIS 32:1-33 1. What is a big ugly family confrontation? • When there’s money on the table, families fight • Dealing with kids; “My son” (Gen. 21:10), “My son” (21:11) • The house • Blame problems on the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

Pentecost: Experience The Rest

Contributed by Brad Froese on Jun 28, 2006

Inspiration for those who want a life changing encounter/experience with the Almighty.

ILLUSTRATION: My grandfather Ken is sitting with us in the church today. For years, he’s been involved in one form of ministry or another at several churches. One day, he waited at the altar in a church to pray with anyone who needed prayer when a little boy came forward. The young man asked for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Do Be Filled Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jul 17, 2001

How do we know it is really the Holy Spirit? Why doesn’t God always answer? Did Jesus promise the Baptism? This study looks at these questions and the evidence that a person has been filled.

I highly recommend first reading, ’What is the Baptism of the Holy Spirit?’ This is Part 2 of the message is builds upon what was covered in part 1. How do I get filled? Ephesians 5: 17 Therefore do not be unwise, but understand what the will of the Lord is. 18 And do not be drunk with wine, in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-13, Matthew 6:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Living In A Diverse Culture Part 2 Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 19, 2024

It’s not necessary to quote chapter and verse to share the Gospel, but it is necessary to tell the whole story.

LIVING IN A DIVERSE CULTURE 2 Text: Acts 17:22-34 Introduction 1. Illustration: What is culture? It is the ways of thinking, living, and behaving that define a people and underlie its achievements. It is a nation’s collective mind, its sense of right and wrong, the way it perceives reality, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-34

Denomination: Methodist