Sermons on Jesus Opens The Scriptures:

An Unusual Easter Text: The Ascended Jesus

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 9, 2007

If we can get a glimpse of Who Jesus is in all His majesty, we would be more zealous to follow Him.

An Unusual Easter Text: The Ascended Jesus (Revelation 1:12-18) 1. Some things are too good to be believable. 2. Here is an actual quotation from a supervisor at 3M who was speaking to an employee who had quickly solved a long-standing problem: "Doing it right is no excuse for not meeting the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:12-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Does Jesus Stand Among Us?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 14, 2007

Because we do not see the physical presence of Jesus among us does not free us from the ministry He has entrusted to us.

John 20: 19 – 31 Does Jesus Stand Among US? Intro: My first year in college was really tough. I was away from home for the 1st time, living with a bunch of strangers, eating in a dining hall, an attending some of the largest classes I had ever seen. I didn’t know anyone, even the teachers were ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus' Heart Goes Out To You

Contributed by Greg Johnson on Apr 26, 2007

Please know that Jesus is moved by your afflictions. Jesus’ heart goes out to you. Jesus hears your cries and it moves Him.

Jesus’ Heart Goes Out to You By Greg Johnson April 25, 2007 http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org In Luke chapter 7 of God’s Word we are told of a woman that is going through the worst affliction of her life. She is a widow and her only son has just died. (Luke 7:11-15 NIV) "Soon afterward, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Enemies Oppose Jesus' Authority

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 12, 2007

Pentecost 23(A) - Jesus reveals how God’s enemies oppose his authority. It is man’s unbelief that sets traps. It is God’s truth that is our escape.

GOD’S ENEMIES OPPOSE JESUS’ AUTHORITY (Outline) November 4, 2007 - PENTECOST 23 / REFORMATION - Matthew 22:15-22 INTRO: Our nation is still a melting pot of all kinds of people. Even in the center of America one notices the many different nationalities that are present. There are people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Leading Like Jesus Part One Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 14, 2007

If we are going to make an impact on the world we must develop our lives around the leadership of Jesus

Leading like Jesus Part 1 Selected Passages October 28, 2007 Evening Message This message was birthed out of several sources The Top Ten Leadership Principles of Jesus by John Maxwell The Management Methods of Jesus by Bob Briner The Leadership Secrets of Jesus by Mike Murdock Jesus CEO by Laurie ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-7

Denomination: Church Of God

Leading Like Jesus Part Two

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 14, 2007

Our true ability to make an impact on the world boils down to leadership

Leading Like Jesus Part 2 Selected Passages November Evening Service Introduction Leadership is the art to of influencing and directing people in such a way that will win their obedience, confidence, respect and loyal cooperation in achieving common objectives. U. S. Air Force If we are going ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:11

Denomination: Church Of God

To See Who Jesus Really Is!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 28, 2007

Zacchaeus wanted to see who Jesus really was. Do you want to know who Jesus really is? You need to put yourself in a position to see him, like Zacchaeus.

Sermon Notes: Please listen to the Audio Sermon for the full version. Zacchaeus was a very little man and a very little man was he. He climbed up into a sycamore tree for the saviour he wanted to see. We’re celebrating with Mark and Lou today as it is baby Jaden’s dedication service. We thank God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus Is Still In The Life-Changing Business Series

Contributed by Arron Chambers on Dec 21, 2011

This sermon, used with Cardboard Testimonies, testifies that Jesus is still in the life-changing business.

It’s Your Move—Jesus Still Changes Lives (Used with Cardboard Testimonies) While even in the womb, Jesus started changing lives. He changed Mary and Elizabeth’s lives. Luke 1:39-42 He changed the Shepherds’ lives. Luke 2:15-20 Do you know that Jesus is still in the ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

Christmas: Will You Make Room For Jesus?

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 23, 2011

A short talk for our 2011 Christingle services. Will you make room for Jesus? If you do, 2012 and the rest of your life will be very different!

Someone suggested to me recently that if money ever became tight I should consider becoming a joke writer for Christmas crackers. So, I turned to him and asked, “What did the grumpy sheep say when the shepherd offered him a black and white sweet?” Baa-hum bug! I’m guessing that because you are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus’ Birthday Party: Christmas Charades

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 23, 2011

This is the outline for my all-age Christmas Day talk 2011. It is based around a game of charades where people will act out 5 Bible verses which will act as a short 5 point sermon. Great fun, especially if the actor has a picture or prop they can use to h

Matthew 1: 18-25 tells us about the world shaking birth of Jesus the Messiah; but what I want to do is put the birth of Jesus into context using a party game; and this year we’re going to play charades, so I need some willing volunteers. (Note to the reader - you need to print out each of the 5 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Anglican

What A Friend We Have In Jesus

Contributed by Paul Theiss on Feb 7, 2011

Funeral Sermon

“What a friend we have in Jesus, all our sins and griefs to bear. What a privilege to carry everything to God in prayer.” What a friend indeed. A friend that reached out to Rosa when she was just a little girl, and called her by name in her Baptism. A friend that got to know her as ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus - God Became One Of Us!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 8, 2010

Evangelistic sermon preached at a Carol Service - email for PowerPoint slides - gcurley@gcurley.info

“For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, so that you through his poverty might become rich.” (1). An Assumption: “For you know”: • Now in contrast to Paul: • I want to start my talk by telling you some things that you don’t ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: Brethren

I Am Having An Affair With Jesus!

Contributed by Alan Shulver on Jan 5, 2012

How to have an affair of the heart with Jesus

You say you Love Jesus, but are you having an affair with him? Is the love you have for Jesus one of reverence or do you know him so personally that you can say that you are having an affair with him? Chances are if you are at least 20 years old you have experienced an AFFIAR OF THE HEART. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 89:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let Jesus Be Your Pace Car!

Contributed by Alan Shulver on Jan 9, 2012

We are all in a hurry and dont know why, slow down and stay in control!

Galatians 5:7 you were running a good race. Who cut in on you to keep you from obeying the truth? Are you living a NASCAR type of life? Racing might seem simple and just a matter of taking a left turn, then taking a left turn, then taking another left turn. To the novice it may seem like the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking Like Jesus Walked 1 Series

Contributed by David Parks on Feb 21, 2012

”What does it mean to be a Mature Christian? How do I know if I’m maturing as a Christian?”

WALKING LIKE JESUS WALKED Text: John 14:27 Introduction: 1. ”What does it mean to be a Mature Christian? How do I know if I’m maturing as a Christian?” 2. Tough question! 3. We’re all on a journey: (1 John 2:6 ESV) whoever says he abides in him ought to walk in the same way ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ