Sermons on Jesus Never Leaves:

Walking With Jesus Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 31, 2009

Today I would like us to do two things: (1) to try and understand some of Jesus’ difficult sayings about discipleship; and (2) to share a couple of introductory reflections on discipleship.

By Rev Bill Stewart As Chris mentioned last Sunday, today we are officially beginning a series of sermons on the theme of "discipleship". Although discipleship seems to have already been the theme for at least two weeks now. Two weeks ago we saw how Jesus called people to be disciples and then ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62

Denomination: Anglican

The Touch Of Jesus

Contributed by Steve Wilson on Mar 16, 2016

What might the story of the raising of Jarius' daughter look like if it happened today?

Introduction • Hear now the New Testament story of Jarius, the ruler of the Jewish synagogue. [Read Luke 8:40-56] • What if that story took place today? Instead of Jarius, let’s visit with a Baptist minister by the name of Wallace. Of utmost importance is for each of us to notice ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-56

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus On Divorce

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 26, 2002

What does GOd’s word say about this difficult subject? How can the church be there to help people?

INTRODUCTION  A troubled man came to his lawyer to seek a divorce. The lawyer asked, "Do you have any Grounds? The man replied, "About three acres. "The lawyer tried again, "No, I mean do you have a Grudge? The man said, "No, but we have a carport. "The lawyer made one last effort: "Are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:31-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Was Rejected Series

Contributed by Robert Irvine on Apr 23, 2024

Jesus was rejected by his family, by his local religious leaders, by Judas Iscariot, by Simon Peter, and then finally by God. So expect to be rejected if you share the Good News of Jesus Christ and him crucified.

The Old Testament word “hadel” is used in this verse that is transliterated as rejected, but this word has also been used in the Bible to mean forbearing. The word “hadel” is used in Ez 3: when God told the prophet that some will listen to the message but there will also be those who refuse to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:3

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Better Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 12, 2012

Jesus is better than OT prophets/angels

Hebrews 1 - Jesus is Better! - 9/16/12 (Start with clip of “Ronnie) This morning, we want to talk about NOT being like Ronnie. Because sadly, in every church, there are many Ronnies in the pew who have NEVER made the decision to grow spiritually. Instead, they come and want the pastor to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Cares

Contributed by Van Williams on Jun 12, 2011

This is a powerful and true statement. Knowing that all that is going on around us, in our home, in our churches, in our community, city, state and all over the world, Jesus still cares. That brings me great consolation, when family don’t care,

Luke 7: 11-17 JESUS CARES This is a powerful and true statement. Knowing that all that is going on around us, in our home, in our churches, in our community, city, state and all over the world, Jesus still cares. That brings me great consolation, when family don’t care, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Same Jesus

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 8, 2003

Jesus the same yesterdat and tomorrow.

The same Jesus. Acts 3: 11 -- 18. 03/31/02 We need to know something about the sitting for the sermon which Peter preached about the Lord Jesus. There was a man who had been crippled for over 40 years and now Jesus healed him. The crippled man used to sit at the gate called beautiful ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Who?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Sep 15, 2006

This sermon explores concepts held by various people regarding Christ Jesus.

Mark 8: 27-38 Jesus Who? Intro: Have you ever been asked an embarrassing question or one to which there is no really good answer? “Do you want a whippin’?” --- “How dumb do you think I am?” --- “Do you know who I am?” --- “Does this outfit make me look fat?” --- “Do you know why I stopped you?” ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:28-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Said

Contributed by Steven Pace on Feb 25, 2003

Jesus uses the term "I AM" 7 times in the book of John. The six prior to chapter 15 deal with bringing us to Him. Now that we are His John 15 deals with us and tell us to remain in the vine.

Jesus said "I AM" by Steven L Pace, First Baptist Church of Fieldon 3/22/2003 In the early morning, just as the sun begins to brighten the sky, a man moves silently through a vineyard. He has work to do, and he does it with determination and precision. He pauses to sharpen a pruning knife, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Where's Jesus?

Contributed by Kevin Barron on Dec 29, 2012

Preached Year C, First Sunday of Christmas, following the lectionary

WHERE’S JESUS? LUKE 2:41-52 (NRSV) DECEMBER 30, 2012 AM YEAR C, FIRST SUNDAY OF CHRISTMAS OSCEOLA, AR FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH INTRO. Where’s Jesus? Reading this passage reminds me of a series of children’s books many parents and grandparents may remember. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Methodist

Fishing For Jesus

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 29, 2001

What do we need to do in order to be a successful fisherman for Jesus?

INTRODUCTION  One of the many things that I love to do is to go fishing. I think that my love for fishing came from my father. My dad and I used to go fishing all the time when I was a kid and even as an adult. My brother and dad still go fishing all of the time.  I remember ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus' Peace

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Apr 5, 2018

Jesus has blessed us with His peace and we are to receive His peace by faith.

Jesus loves us so much that He through His death and resurrection has given us his peace. He himself is peace, he has put his peace in us. He is our Salvation that came to save us from the troubles of this world. In this world, there is so much going on but as we fix our eyes on Jesus his peace ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Denying Jesus

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Apr 2, 2002

This is the second message in a series on the most important day in the most important life ever lived; we walk with Jesus to Calvary!

¡§The Most Important Day In the Most Important Life Ever Lived!¡¨ ¡§Denying Jesus¡¨ Matthew 26:31-35; 51-58; 69-75 February 17, 2002 The most important day in the most important life ever lived was the day Jesus died on Calvary¡¦s cross that our sin debt might be paid. It is a day worthy of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-75

Denomination: Evangelical Free

For The Love Of Jesus

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 24, 2007

Was Mary’s annointing of Jesus an extravagant gift or a waste of money?

For Love Of Jesus – John 12: 1 - 8 Intro: As I worked on this sermon, I heard in my head a song from a famous Broadway musical, “What I Did For Love” from The Chorus Line. These are the words sung by Diana and the Chorus: “Kiss today goodbye, the sweetness and the sorrow. Wish me luck, the ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus' Kingdom

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Oct 7, 2013

In his exchange with Pilate Jesus revealed some important aspects regarding the nature of His kingdom.

JESUS’ KINGDOM John 18:28-40 1) Jesus’ kingdom is one of integrity (28-32). Vs. 28-‘by now it was early morning’. Think of the fact that this had been going on all night. Some of you may have pulled ‘all-nighters’ before. At this point Jesus has already been up ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ