Sermons on Jesus At The Centre:

Jesus And Children Series

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Sep 26, 2003

Jesus teaches us the important place of children in the realm of God.

Sermon for 17 Pent Yr B, 5/10/2003 Based on Mk. 10:13-16 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson Two young children were talking with each other about parent problems. One of them complained to the other, saying: “First they teach you to talk, then they ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Lutheran

A Child Of God

Contributed by Richard Francis on May 19, 2006

When we give our lives to Jesus we become children of God, part of the almighty family, so we need to live like it, live fully in the knowledge that our hearts are good, that God loves us and Jesus will always be with us as we are his family

Names Names are of critical importance, we might not realize the full importance and power in names, but I believe they are if you like the chemistry or building blocks of the kingdom of God and map out the things of God. Names indicate birth right, speak of who you truly are, God has your name, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Follow Jesus

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Sep 22, 2011

Don't expect the demands of salvation without the demands of discipleship.

[If you would like to read more of Pastor Jonathan's sermons, you can follow his blog at blog.fhfbc.org or you could subscribe to his sermon of the week by contacting jonrmcleod@gmail.com.] ARE YOU A FOLLOWER? Do you consider yourself a disciple of Jesus? You might say, “Weren’t the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-42

Denomination: Baptist

On The Way With Jesus

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Nov 7, 2014

A perspective on Mark 8: 27-38. Our text today marks the end of Jesus’ Galilean ministry and the beginning of his journey to Jerusalem. It describes a transition period, a time of reflection, a time of learning, a time to gather strength and move on.

Mark 8: 27-38 ON THE WAY WITH JESUS When we look through the Gospel of Mark we find our text in the middle of his Gospel. He has put it there for a reason. Our text today marks the end of Jesus’ Galilean ministry and the beginning of his journey to Jerusalem. It describes a transition ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Christianity Vs Other Religions

Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Jul 20, 2024

Before you choose a religion, you need to know about the person who is centred around (icon) in that religion. Ask yourself, what good qualities you can follow in that leader. Why did he come? How did he live? What did he teach? Where did he come? Where did he go?

Look for Ten good qualities in that leader. Look for ten good qualities of the followers. Look for ten good qualities of that religion or faith. Ask yourself again, where would you end up if you follow that person and his teachings in your life. You are trusting someone completely and following ...read more

Scripture: John 1:12, Acts 4:12, John 3:16, John 1:1-14, John 10:10, Revelation 1:8, Revelation 22:12-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Your Character Is Your Identity

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 13, 2025

In a world where appearance and achievement often take centre stage, the Bible reminds us that character is what truly defines a person.

YOUR CHARACTER IS YOUR IDENTITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 7:16-20 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 22:1, Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 12:9-21, 1 Peter 1:15-16, Titus 2:6-8 INTRODUCTION: In a world where appearance and achievement often take centre stage, the Bible reminds us that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:16-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Invited To Jesus

Contributed by Ken Gehrels on Nov 14, 2001

Jesus invites ALL comers, not just those we consider likely candidates

Invited To Jesus Bible Reading: Matthew 11:25-30 PREPARED BY KEN GEHRELS PASTOR CALVIN CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH NEPEAN, ONTARIO Invited To Jesu s p.1 Sietze Buning, story teller of our faith community, tells the story of a man whose life was beat up, who was tired, who carried a heavy burden on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Seeing Jesus

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 30, 2008

In worship, we hear and experience Christ. John’s experience reminded us of Christ’s omnipresence, omniscience and omnipotence.

Max Lucado wrote this illustration in his book When Christ Comes. Augustine once posed the following experience. Imagine God saying to you, “I will make a deal with you if you wish. I’ll give you anything and everything you ask: pleasure, power, honour, wealth, freedom, even peace of mind and a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

From Struggling To Overflow

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 31, 2025

There comes a divine moment when struggling must cease. For Peter, it was when Jesus stepped into his boat. The same Jesus is still stepping into lives today, bringing rest, clarity, and overflow.

FROM STRUGGLING TO OVERFLOW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 5:1-7 Supporting Texts: Psalm 126:1-6, Joel 2:25-27, Deuteronomy 28:11-12, John 21:3-6 INTRODUCTION: Struggling can wear a person down—not just physically but also mentally and spiritually. Many sincere believers find themselves ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus And The Church Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Mar 31, 2003

Jesus died for the church, wherein we find our greatest selves.

Jesus and the Church For hours on a spring day, Jesus hung on the Roman cross, jeered at by those of his nation- the Jews- and Gentile Romans, alike. Those who had sought him during his ministry turned on him. He was abandoned by those too fearful to be identified with him. His closest friends ran ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:22-23, Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Availability Of Jesus

Contributed by John E Miller on Mar 31, 2012

God's provision for the sinner's need

The Availability Of Jesus 1st reading - Isaiah 33: 14-22/53:1-5 2nd reading - Luke 23:39-43 Jesus is always available to everyone who needs Him. Since he revealed Himself in His public ministry there have only been three hours, the hours of darkness on the cross, when he has not been freely ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Heals

Contributed by Chris Blackshaw on Jul 2, 2012

We consider how Jesus healed in biblical times and the many different ways that he heals us today.

Jesus was a brilliant teacher who had a wonderfully astounding ministry, a major part of which was healing. Throughout the gospels we read of the many events that were both inspiring and life changing, for people who were healed, for those who looked on and even for those who heard about what ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-43

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus The Truth

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Apr 26, 2005

Absolute truth is found in Jesus.

THE FIFTH SUNDAY OF EASTER April 24, 2005 St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church The Very Rev. M. Anthony Seel, Jr. John 14:1-14 “Jesus the Truth” On Tuesday, white smoke billowed out of the chimney above the Sistine Chapel, bells tolled and the Latin words "Habermus Papam" were spoken into St. ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Good Friday - Jesus Wasn’t Lost For Words

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Mar 28, 2016

A Good Friday sermon, looking at the last 7 words of Jesus on the cross.

Good Friday - March 25, 2016 - Jesus Wasn’t Lost for Words - Scripture: Various Gospel Accounts What do you do when you’re lost for words? This is Coventry Cathedral in Coventry, England. These are photographs before World War 2. Nice, big church. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is Jesus

Contributed by Martyn Baxter on Nov 24, 2008

Who do people say that Jesus is? Who do you say that Jesus is?

There are two questions I want to point us in the direction of from this passage of scripture; Mathew ch 16 v 13 Jesus asks, “Who do people say that the son of man is?” And Mathew ch 16 v 15 where Jesus asks “But who do you say that I am?” We start the narrative with this discourse between Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:1-17

Denomination: Methodist