Sermons on Jesus In Rejection:

Hatred For Love

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 30, 2015

To show that this world returned evil for good, hatred for love of GOD. Noticing this, we need to be different from it.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you remember your love for GOD? No. Instead I remember GOD's love for me. That's more infinite and permanent. Romans 5:8 (Amplified Bible) But God shows and clearly proves His [own] love for us by the fact that while we were still sinners, Christ (the Messiah, the Anointed One) ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 109:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Face-Off With The Bullies Of Nazareth

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Oct 19, 2022

Are you suffering from low self esteem? Are you experiencing bullying from the very same people that should be supporting you? Are you ready to give up your dream due to the rejection of people who are close to you? Jesus has been on that same road and he has a message of hope for you!

THE BULLIES OF NAZARETH: (A Case Study on Dealing with Rejection) Afterward, Jesus left Capernaum and returned with his disciples to Nazareth, his hometown. Mark 6:1TPT INTRODUCTION: During His first preaching mission to Nazareth recorded in the book of Luke Chapter 4, Nazareth was impressed ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Malchus' Ear

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Mar 28, 2006

We see the miracles. We may have even experienced a miracle. Yet we still turn a blind eye and tend to reject Him. Malchus felt the touch of Jesus, yet still arrested Him.

There is a stack of rocks about eight feet tall on the outskirts of a small Georgia town. It has been there for well over a hundred years and everyone knows by the way it was stacked, it is probably a monument of some kind. But, the exact reason for this monument has been kept silent for so ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:47-51

Denomination: *other

It's About Jesus

Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Jul 3, 2006

A look at the centrality of Jesus to everything and an encouragement to keep on discovering him.

Introduction Do you ever ask yourself the question “what on earth am I doing?” Like the man who spent all his money on a sleek new Mercedes roadster and was out on the motorway for an evening cruise. The top was down, the breeze was blowing through his hair and he decided to open her up. As wnet ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon – When Following Jesus Gets Hard

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 20, 2024

This simple plain teaching of Jesus was too much to bear. Rather than change their minds, they walk away. This is the fundamental reason people reject Jesus Christ: He doesn't coordinate with their own selfish interests.

Sermon – When Following Jesus Gets Hard Scripture - John 6:66-69 “At this point many of his disciples turned away and deserted him. Then Jesus turned to the Twelve and asked, “Are you also going to leave?” Simon Peter replied, “Lord, to whom would we go? You have the words that give eternal life. ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-69, John 1:12, Luke 9:23, 2 Timothy 3:12, Romans 2:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Parable Of The Householder Series

Contributed by David Blizzard on Jun 11, 2004

This is the second of a series that Christ taught to expose the heart of the pharisees and those that rejected Him.

THE PARABLE OF THE HOUSEHOLDER – Matthew 21:33-46 How dangerous is it to reject Jesus? We have been studying the parables that Jesus taught. Last week we begin the study of a group of three parables that Jesus told in response to the questions that the Pharisees asked in regards to His authority. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Baptist

Israel Hath Rejected Isaiah’s Report (Lesson 2) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jun 2, 2021

To establish that Isaiah’s report was the “good news of the coming Messiah.” He came to be offered in sacrifice for the sins of the world. Israel rejected this message, but the Gentile nations gladly received it. This lesson deals with ones' faith and obedience to the gospel.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 2. Israel Hath Rejected Isaiah’s Report E. Remarks. 1. This is lesson two, in the sermon-series entitled: “Lord who hath believed our report?” The question originates from the prophet Isaiah, in Isaiah 53:1. This was Isaiah’s report of the coming and work of the Messiah. He ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, John 12:38, Romans 10:16-21, Mark 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why New Testament Christians Reject The Use Of Mechanical Instruments

Contributed by David Hersey on Mar 28, 2015

The 1st century Christians rejected the use of manmade instruments of music in their worship to God. The reason they did so was the same reason why they rejected animal sacrifices and other elements of the old law. This sermon examines this in detail.

Why New Testament Christians Reject the Use of Mechanical Instruments of Music There’s a general attitude building among the Lord’s church about mechanical instruments of music that tends to be a bit fuzzy. We are seeing a number of large congregations that are making a switch to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:25, Ephesians 5:19, Colossians 3:15, 2 Chronicles 29:25-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Men's Rejection Is God's Protection Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 3, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore few biblical examples that demonstrate how men's rejection can be God's protection.

Have you ever experienced rejection in a relationship or a situation that left you feeling broken and confused? It's natural to question God's plan and wonder why He allowed the rejection to happen. However, the Bible teaches us that God's ways are not our ways, and His thoughts are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:42-51, Esther 2:1-4

You Invitation To The Royal Wedding Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 20, 2012

The parable about how the Jews rejected Jesus offers a spiritual application for us as well.

INTRODUCTION Everybody loves a wedding. A little girl was attending her first wedding with her mom. She was in awe at the decorations, candles and music. She was thrilled when the bride came walking down the aisle dressed in a flowing wedding gown. She leaned over and asked, “Mom, why is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Revelation 6: Terror, Confusion, Rejection (Vs 12-17) Series

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Jan 22, 2014

Judgments from nature of never before seen magnitude, yet the unsaved will not repent.

Revelation 6: Terror, Confusion, Rejection (vs 12-17) So far in our return to Revelation in the past few weeks, we have studied five of the seven seals in the scroll opened in sequence by Jesus Christ. These judgments upon evil mankind include the metaphors of the four horsemen of the Apocalypse, ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:12-17

Denomination: Bible Church

Lessons On Rejection - Rom. 9:6-13;24-32

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 26, 2001

Lessons on Rejection - Rom. 9:6-13;24-32

Lessons on Rejection - Rom. 9:6-13;24-32 We all have known the pain of being rejected. However, we all can learn from the rejection of the Jews who trusted in the physical rather than the spiritual aspects of the promise of Abraham. God’s promise of blessing, deliverance and redemption are given ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:6-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

20 - God Hasn't Totally Rejected Israel Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Jul 23, 2021

This is the 20th of 30 studies on the Book of Romans

God Hasn’t Totally Rejected Israel Romans 11:1-18 For the Audio Version on YouTube, click here – Romans 11:1-18 For the Audio Version on SoundCloud, click here – Romans 11:1-18 Romans 11:1-6 “I say then, has God cast away His people? Certainly not! For I also am an Israelite, of the seed of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:1-18, Psalm 69:22, Isaiah 29:10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Those Who Know God Must Reject False Teachers Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Mar 22, 2001

Three characteristics of false teachers guided by the ‘spirit of antichrist’.

Anitchrists (those who deny that Jesus is the Christ) This term is used by John in 3 ways: 1. A spirit in the world that opposes or denies Christ 2. The false teachers who embody this spirit 3. A person who will head up the final world rebellion against Christ Three characteristics of false ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus: Prince Of Peace Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Dec 20, 2012

Violence, tension, unrest and scores of trials can certainly dim the angels proclamation of "Peace on Earth, Goodwill toward men." Jesus comes to us as the Ruler and Prince of Peace. His names in Isa 9:6 demonstrate His deity, power, and authority to br

Jesus: “The Prince of Peace" “For a child will be born to us, a son will be given to us; And the government will rest on His shoulders ; And His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Eternal Father, Prince of Peace.” Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Baptist