Sermons on Israel Did Evil:

Why Did They Call Them Christians? Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Aug 22, 2001

This is the third sermon in the series, "Becoming A Contagious Congregation, A Study of the Church at Antioch".

Ever wonder why the disciples were first called Christians at Antioch? We’ve already learned in the first two sermons in this series that Antioch was a Spirit-filled, praying, good news-sharing, missions-minded body of believers displaying evidence of God’s power and grace in their midst. They ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:22-26

Denomination: Baptist

Why Did He Do It? Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 11, 2001

A inductive exploration of the reasons why individuals sacrifice for others leading to the exposure of the reason Jesus died for us and how we must respond.

Introduction: Have you ever heard a story and wondered why did they do that? Beauty and the Beast, a Walt Disney animated movie, tells the story of a beautiful French girl, Belle, who finds the love of Beast, a prince condemned long ago to live a life of shame and ugliness because he was rude and ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

How To Demonstrate Power As Jesus Did

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. CONSISTENCY - Jesus practiced what He preached.

1. CONSISTENCY - Jesus practiced what He preached. He said, Love your enemiesand do good to those who despitefully use you. Jesus forgave His persecutors because He knew that Ahis example would overcome all problems. 2. COURAGE - Jesus showed courage without being arrogant. In the midst of ...read more

Scripture: John 17:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Did Jesus Do It?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Nov 9, 2002

Jesus died for us because He loves us and wanted us back.

Well known to us are The Ten Commandments. But less well known are The Paradoxical Commandments? “Honesty and frankness make you vulnerable. Be honest and frank anyway.” “The good you do today will be forgotten tomorrow. Do good anyway.” Ever heard these statements in conversation or in print? Kent ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-17, John 3:16

Denomination: Church Of God

Why Did You Sign Up?

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 27, 2002

This sermon deals with discipleship and why is it that we chose to become Christians in the first place.

Why Did You Sign Up? GNLCC 11/10/2002 Job 1:6-22 Luke 5:1-11 Text Acts 12:1-4 Eric Jackson was a nineteen year old junior in high school who wanted some excitement in his life. He had failed the proficiency exams three times and it didn’t look as though he was going to graduate next ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11, Acts 12:1-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christmas- Why Did Jesus Come?

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Dec 2, 2002

There were two main purposes for the incarnation and life of Christ.

Why Did Jesus Come? 1 ¶ How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. 2 Dear friends, now we are children of God, and what we will be has not yet been made ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Wdjd? (What Did Jesus Do?)

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Oct 29, 2002

What did Jesus do for us?

INTRODUCTION It has almost become cliché to ask, “What would Jesus do?” This question that was taken from Charles Sheldon’s book, "In His Steps", has become a common household phrase. It is a good question to ask and one that we need to ask ourselves every single day, but before WWJD can mean ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

What Did You Get For Christmas? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 22, 2003

Isaiah said that God was going to give us the gift of child... but why a child, and why would He come?

OPEN: A Sunday School teacher asked her class “What is Christmas - a time for?” She got the usual answers—Jesus’ birthday, a time of joy, a time to worship God… but then one child raised their hand and answered: "a time for sportsmanship, because you don’t always get everything you ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pray As Jesus Did All The Time

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Feb 5, 2008

Luke 18:1 ...men ought always to pray, and not to faint --- Four Things for Prayer 1. A Need 2. A Time 3. A Place 4. A Focus

1 Thess 5:17 - Pray without ceasing Ephesians 6:18KJV 18 Praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching thereunto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints; Romans 12:12KJV 12 Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer; ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1

Denomination: Baptist

Where Did You Come From?

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Jan 30, 2009

As we worship on Sanctity of Life Sunday, we will examine the incredible value that God places on life and the truly miraculous process that takes place when life is created.

Where Did You Come From? Psalm 139:13-15 January 25, 2009 This is Sanctitity of Life Sunday. We are going to take a look at God’s view of life and the value that God has for all life. The primary scripture comes from Psalm 139:13-15, which was read earlier. Here we are reminded of how precious ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:15-18

Denomination: Church Of God

Why Did Jesus Fold The Napkin

Contributed by Arley Ellingson on Apr 2, 2008

Jesus wants us to know he is coming back!

I’d like for you to venture back w/ me this morning to those minutes, hours and days just prior to the resurrection of our Lord. What was it like & what were those who loved Jesus feeling? He had, after all just been killed in a most gruesome fashion: hanging on a cross. It was now their ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

What Did Jesus Leave For Us?

Contributed by James May on Jun 11, 2006

When the Son of Man ascended to Heaven he didn’t leave us empty-handed. He left us with all we need to be victorious in every fact of life.

WHAT DID JESUS LEAVE FOR US? By Pastor Jim May I was somewhat amused this week with so many people who were concerned about the passing of the date 6/6/06. It never ceases to amaze me that people, who are supposed to know and understand the Word of God, are so superstitious, and so afraid, of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:34-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Did Jesus Have To Die

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 20, 2005

Jesus gave His life as a sacrifice for the penalty of sin and death

Why did Jesus have to die? Series: Searching for the Truth about Easter Matthew 20:17-19 March 13, 2005 Introduction George Atley was killed while serving with the Central African Mission. There were no witnesses, but the evidence indicates that Atley was confronted by a band of hostile ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:17-19

Denomination: Church Of God

Did You Get Clothes For Christmas? Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Jan 7, 2005

Clothes aren’t always the most prized gifts at Christmas. But the Lord gives us just that for Christmas: Clothes. 1.These Clothes Save You. 2. These Clothes Define You.

Christmas 2 Isaiah 61:10-62:3 This week, we all have yet another Christmas under our belts. And probably many of you thought back during the holidays to past Christmases you had, and the fond memories of these events. Maybe your mind was turned to the presents you remember opening up as a child. ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Security Guard Did Some Good Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 24, 2005

An Easter Sunrise sermon reflecting on how the posting of the guard worked out to the Lord’s favor.

March 27, 2005 Matthew 27:62-28:10 About a year ago I used to drive past a local bank and see a rather overweight man with an official uniform standing outside of the building. He was known as the security guard. Whereas he stood outside in the freezing cold, I don’t know how much he could ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran