Sermons on Jesus Authority:

Jesus Weeps Over Jerusalem And Jesus Clears The Temple Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 29, 2010

Jesus enters Jerusalem on the colt to the praises of a throng of followers and under the scrutiny of the religious leaders, but His mind is focused on the souls of the city of Jerusalem, which represented God's chosen nation.

Read Luke 19:41-48… Setting the stage: v.41-48 detail the conclusion of Jesus’ journey toward Jerusalem toward the destined sacrifice He was sent here to make for the sins of the world. For many days Jesus had been on a resolute journey toward the city of Jerusalem. He had predicted ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:40-48

Denomination: Baptist

Crucifixion Of Jesus : The Climax Of The Upside Down Theology Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Apr 6, 2015

Three nails on the cross make an inverted triangle. That is pretty much in line with Jesus' upside down teachings.

Crucifixion of Jesus (Mark 15:21-32): The Climax of the Upside down Theology of Jesus The events described in versus Mark 15:21-32 are well known to all of us. We have probably heard many sermons on these verses in the past. Today I would like us to focus not on the events itself, but the message ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Priestly Piety

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 8, 2000

A devotion for church leaders

(A brief devotion on prayer) “In the days of His flesh, He offered up both prayers and supplications with loud crying and tears to the One able to save Him from death, and He was heard because of His piety.” The primary theme that this author seems to have chosen and adhered to throughout ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:7-8

Denomination: Orthodox

Whese's The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 19, 2014

Jesus stands before Pilate. Jesus’ kingdom is not from this world, but he is still King of kings and Lord of lords.

John 18:28-40 "Where's the Kingdom?" INTRODUCTION It has often been said that Jesus, "Lived so that he could die." Such comments stress the crucifixion, but down play Jesus' life. I think it might be more accurate to say that Jesus died because he lived. In other words, Jesus bringing in the ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-40

Denomination: Lutheran

Why We Carry What We Carry

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jun 19, 2018

Our lives and the exhibition of the power and authority given us should stay others unto God to know Jesus, repent, believe in Him, accept Him and be saved

May the peace of the Lord be with you Topic: WHY WE CARRY WHAT WE CARRY Acts 9:36-43 King James Version (KJV) 36 Now there was at Joppa a certain disciple named Tabitha, which by interpretation is called Dorcas: this woman was full of good works and almsdeeds which she did. 37 And it came to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:36-43

Denomination: Charismatic

Spirit Of The Law Part 1

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 27, 2023

Who better to give a commentary on the Old Testament than it's author, Jesus? Let's look at the Spirit of the law in Matthew 5.

The best commentary on the Old Testament is by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount. In each case we learn several things, 1) the Spirit of the law, 2) our utter failure to live up to it, and 3) our need for forgiveness and mercy. Let’s begin to understand the intent of the law by its author. Let’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Roman Centurion

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 10, 2010

Jesus cares for all without exception! (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Matthew chapter 8 verses 5 to 13: Ill: The Canadians tell this story about their American neighbours. • When NASA first started sending up astronauts, • They quickly discovered that ballpoint pens would not work in zero gravity. • To combat the problem, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-14

Denomination: Brethren

What Are You Becoming?

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 7, 2017

Message explores how the soul of a Christian is developed in preparation for his/her place in God's eternal kingdom. Not every Christian will have the same authority and honor, but will be given the place each is prepared for at the Judgment Seat of Chris

(Alternate title: The Formation of Your Soul for Eternity) Luke 19:11-27 11-16-14 I want to begin this morning with a rather shocking contrast: two guys in two very different conditions.i Just looking at these two individuals would you say that these two people probably made some very different ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27, Galatians 6:7-8, Luke 14:31-33, 1 Peter 2:2, Philippians 3:8-14, 1 Corinthians 3:17, 2 Corinthians 5:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Authory Of The Believer Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Jul 2, 2004

Continuing in our series on understanding the authority of a believer

Last week we began to look at the authority of believers Paul spoke of in the book of Ephesians. If you are a believer in Jesus Christ, you have untapped potential, untapped because most Christians are not aware of what they possess and they go through life limping along as a result. We ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Preaching Is Risky

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jan 27, 2004

A sermon for the 4th Sunday after Epiphany

4th Sunday after the Epiphany Luke 4:21-30 Preaching is Risky   21 And he began to say to them, "Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing." 22 And all spoke well of him, and wondered at the gracious words which proceeded out of his mouth; and they said, "Is not this Joseph’s son?" 23 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:21-30

Denomination: Lutheran

A Speech That Demands Action Lesson 20 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 9, 2024

Your authority is God's Word.

A. WHY PEOPLE RESENT BEING TOLD WHAT TO DO 1. They know better than you. 2. They don’t respect your opinion. 3. They are blinded to God’s work and your ideas. 4. They have a hidden agenda. 5. They are not yielded to God’s will. 6. They are ignorant – never learned Christian principles. 7. They ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Is There A Doctor In The House?

Contributed by Doug Lyon on Jan 12, 2001

A topical study on Luke, the author of the third gospel.

Luke 1:1-4 Is There A Doctor In The House? Introduction George W. Bush took the oath of office as the 43rd president of the United States. It was an interesting election-to say the least! Newspapers and magazines had been flooded with articles analyzing the election results, especially the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Article 24 Civil Magistrates Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Mar 17, 2010

This sermon looks at the role of the Christians and governing authorities.

1689 BAPTIST CONFESSION OF FAITH. ARTICLE 24 CIVIL MAGISTRATES ROM 13:1-7. IN ROMANS 13 PAUL TURNS HIS ATTENTION TO THE ROLE OF CIVIL MAGISTRATES AND THE ROLE OF THE CHRISTIAN LIVING OUT THEIR LIVES BEFORE THEM. 1. GOVERNING AUTHORITIES ARE GOD GIVEN V1-2 A) ESTABLISHED BY GOD V2 ALL ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Moses On Leadership Series

Contributed by Thomas Monroe on Nov 2, 2002

Moses authored some of the original leadership manuscripts.

Moses on Leadership Exodus 17:8-18:27 Everyday, public and private entities spend hundreds of thousands to millions on books, resources, seminars, etc that are based on leadership principles. All of these “newly discovered” ideas can also be found in the Bible, written a few thousand of years ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God Has Established . . .

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Dec 20, 2000

"Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities ..."

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. This July 4th will be the 22_th birthday of our nation, & people will be celebrating it in many different ways. There will be parades & fireworks, & for most people it will be a day off from work, a holiday, a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ