Sermons on Jesus Leadership:

J'shua - Jesus Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 8, 2003

6th in series. The name Jesus means simply, “Jehovah is salvation”. Here is the answer to the question sung by Peggy Lee in an age of young men drafted and sent to fight in Vietnam, long haired hippies, and flower children who were all seeking some mea

Jesus – Y’shua Bored, Tired, and Desperate One of the songs which impacted me as a young man was a hit song sung by Peggy Lee in 1969. It was called "Is that all there is?". It’s mostly spoken and is really a cry for help in a time of quiet desperation. After expressing great disappointment ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Responding To The Real Jesus Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 8, 2003

To see Jesus for who He really is opens the door to eternal possibilities. But that revelation also requires a response to either reject Him or serve Him as Lord of all.

Responding to the Real Jesus Fortifying the Foundations #2 John 1:1-18 3-9-03 Intro: John 1:1-18 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2He was with God in the beginning. 3Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18, John 20:31

Denomination: Charismatic

Jesus And Candy Canes Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Dec 8, 2003

This message uses a simple candy cane to communicate the gospel and shows how a symbol like this can be used to evangelize others.

According to legend there was a candy maker who wanted to invent a candy that was a witness to Christ. First of all, he used a hard candy because Christ is the rock of ages. This hard candy was shaped so that it would resemble a “J” for Jesus or, turned upside down, a shepherd’s staff. He made it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Jesus Came Series

Contributed by Dana Chau on Dec 8, 2003

Three reasons from Isaiah 61:1-2 for why Jesus came.

We’re continuing our Christmas series in hopes of fostering a more meaningful Christmas. We get so busy with travel plans, shopping, parties and the like that we forget whose birthday we are celebrating. Christmas celebrates Jesus’ birthday. The December 1999 issue of Time Magazine contained an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21, Luke 4:14-20

Denomination: *other

"Jesus' Prayer For You”

Contributed by Byrene Haney on Dec 11, 2003

Jesus before he left gave believers this incredible prayer.

CHRIST’S prayer was for a special people. He declared that he did not offer an universal intercession. "I pray for them," said he. "My prayer is not for the world, but for those you have given me, because they belong to you." (v. 9) In reading this beautiful prayer through, one big question comes ...read more

Scripture: John 17:11-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Breaks The Chains

Contributed by Bobby Cagle on Dec 12, 2003

This message powerfully describes how our Lord and Savior is in control, and how He longs to set people free from sin and bondage.

Date: Jan 19, 2003 Title: Jesus the Great Chain Breaker 2 Samuel 6:12-16 John 8:31-36 I have GOOD NEWS To Bring to you today! ISAIAH 61:1 THE Spirit of the Lord GOD is upon me, because the LORD has anointed me to bring good news to the afflicted; He has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:12-16, John 8:31-36

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why Was Jesus Born?

Contributed by Jerry Lewis on Dec 13, 2003

The Purpose and Reason for the Coming of the Christ Child to the Earth. Why did he Come into the World? Why was He Born a Baby in the Little Town of Bethlehem? There are Many Ideas and Philosophical Answers that men propose but God Clearly tells us i

WHY WAS JESUS BORN? John 1:1-4, 14, 18 Christians Rejoice at Christmas. Rejoicing at Christmas, though, has nothing to do with Bells ringing, Snow on the ground, Presents under the tree, or Visits by Santa. The True Joy of Christmas is found in knowing that Jesus is Born, and Brings A Message ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-4, John 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Incarnation Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Dec 13, 2003

The incarnation of the Son of God was absolutely necessary to make possible our salvation. A great body of Scripture supports this statement.

THE INCARNATION OF JESUS CHRIST “And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth.” John 1:14 (NKJV) The word "incarnation" means to be made, or to become, flesh; hence the Lord Jesus is referred to by ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

Why Jesus Came

Contributed by Emil Boniog on Dec 18, 2003

According to John 10:10, Jesus came to give to sinners the abiding life and to the saints the abundant life by being conformed to His Person and by being committed to His Praise.

WHY JESUS CAME John 10:10, “The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly.” INTRODUCTION 1. Good morning. Let us pray: Father God, we magnify You today. Please bless our time together in ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:11-12, John 10:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift That Jesus Gave

Contributed by Chris Talton on Dec 19, 2003

Though Jesus gave trouble to his disciples, He gave them some other things to get them through the trouble. He wanted the trouble to accomplish some things in them.

Dec. 14, 2003 John 15:26-16:4, 32-33 “The gift that Jesus gave” INTRODUCTION Did you know that there are a multitude of ways to get yourself into trouble at Christmas? Buying the wrong gift can get you into trouble. Maybe you heard about the guy that bought his wife a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Adoration Of Baby Jesus

Contributed by Paul George on Dec 26, 2003

If Jesus was the promised Messiah one might expect that He would be received with all the ceremony possible.

The Adoration of Baby Jesus Matthew 2:1-12 If Jesus was the promised Messiah one might expect that He would be received with all the ceremony possible, that crowns and scepters would be laid at his feet, and that the high and mighty princes of the world would humble themselves and bow before Him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

Reigning With King Jesus

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 5, 2004

Jesus reigns to redeem. He reigns for a limited time. He reigns by the power of His death and resurrection.

Reigning With King Jesus I Cor. 15:25 Scripture reading I Cor. 15:19-28 INTRO.: Being part of the Kingdom of God is a great adventure if we go at it wholeheartedly. We should be challenged by the claims of the Gospel. Being a Christian is not something we do just for enjoyment or something we can ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Comes To Be Baptized

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jan 12, 2004

EPIPHANY 1(A) - Jesus comes to be baptized to reveal the sinners’ Savior and to show sinners how to be saved.

JESUS COMES TO BE BAPTIZED Matthew 3:13-17 - January 11, 2004 MATTHEW 3:13-17 13Then Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptized by John. 14But John tried to deter him, saying, "I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?" 15Jesus replied, "Let it be so now; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Is The Only Way Series

Contributed by James Julian on Jun 2, 2004

The Passion of the Christ has caused viewers to ask pertinent questions about the man Jesus Christ. This sermon addresses on of those questions.

Fact or Fiction - Jesus is the Only Way to Heaven? John 10: 7-18 There are myths that need to be addressed -myth 1 "Basically, all religions are the same." -myth 2 "Every religion has equal claim to truth." -myth 3 "Christians are narrow-minded." There is a Man that needs ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

Been With Jesus Lately? Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jun 8, 2004

Acts Series: 19th Sermon--Being w/ Jesus will change…Your Love, Your Loyalty, and Your Life!

Been With Jesus Lately? Acts 4:13-22 Sanhedrin/the supreme court of Jews in those days…but they were unspeakably corrupt…had passed on their offices thru the family regardless of qualifications…were money-hungry/power-hungry. These also are the ones who had Jesus crucified…and now the apostles ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13-22

Denomination: Baptist