Sermons on Jesus Our Example:

What Is Our Role?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jan 5, 2017

In this passage John the Evangelist reveals to us our role - TO BE A WITNESS. To tell others 1. That Jesus came to take away sin 2. That Jesus is the Only Son of God 3. That Jesus will baptize us with the Holy Spirit

Scripture: John 1:29-42 Title: What is Our Role? Proposition: In this passage John the Evangelist reveals to us our role - TO BE A WITNESS. To tell others 1. Jesus came to take away sin 2. Jesus is the Only Son of God 3. Jesus will baptize us in the Holy Spirit INTRO: Grace and ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-42

Denomination: Nazarene

Spiritual Growth

Contributed by Pablo Catala on Aug 24, 2019

Being an example

A missionary to Africa told the story of an elderly woman who was reached with the gospel. Though she was blind and could neither read nor write, she wanted to share her new found faith with others. She went to the missionary and asked for a copy of the Bible in French. When she got it, she asked ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Call To Discipleship Part 3: Count The Cost Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Aug 23, 2021

Have we considered what it might cost us to follow Jesus? All Scripture references are from the NASB.

We have been looking at what it means to be a follower of Jesus. What does it mean to be a disciple? For last few week we looked at Jesus’ call to follow Him. The call to be a disciple of Jesus, to follow Him is not for the faint hearted. Mark 8:34 And He summoned the crowd with His disciples, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel In One Word Is Love Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 1, 2007

In this section of 1 John, we are shown what love is. John gives us the negative example of Cain and the positive example of Christ.

Introduction: A. “Love, love, love, love, the Gospel in one word is love.” 1. It’s not only a catchy little song, it is the truth. 2. And that sums it up so well, doesn’t it? B. The Beatles released the hit song “All You Need Is Love” in July of 1967. 1. And even though we all know that “all you ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:11-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Father Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 26, 2023

In this message we will unpack the first two words in the greatest prayer ever prayed, and as we do we will be blown away at the depth Jesus packed into these 2 words.

“Our Father...” NOW THIS MORNING We are going to begin a deep dive into the most well-known prayer in the world. A 2000 year old prayer that Jesus unveiled in His Kingdom Manifesto, that we know as ‘The Lord’s Prayer.’ UNDERSTAND – Jesus after telling how those who live in His Kingdom are not to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Our Protector; Not Our Bully Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Aug 17, 2023

Jesus teaches us that God is our protector, not a bully, and we can learn to hear His voice through scripture, prayer, and recognizing His accent of kindness and compassion.

Hey guys! Today, I want to talk about something we all experience - those annoying songs that get stuck in our heads, you know, earworms! Does anyone have a song that always gets stuck in their head? (Share your own and go around the room to see what the students say). You know, the only way to get ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-10

Topics: Negative Thoughts, Nature Of God, Compassion

"Let God Be God In Our Lives.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on May 3, 2002

May 9, 2002 -- THE ASCENSION OF OUR LORD Acts 1:1-11 Title: “Let God be God in our lives.” Color: White

May 9, 2002 -- THE ASCENSION OF OUR LORD Acts 1:1-11 Title: “Let God be God in our lives.” Color: White Luke is the author of both the Gospel according to Luke and the Acts of the Apostles, the only evangelist to write a two-volume work. He delineates three periods of salvation history: 1) the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Long Live Christ Our King

Contributed by Craig Condon on Sep 4, 2015

In a world where evil reigns and we feel that there is no hope, we can take comfort in the knowledge that Christ the king is in charge. Our ultimate destiny is in the hands of the one true God who loved us enough to die for us.

The end is here! We’ve reached the end of another church year, and it’s fitting that on this Reign of Christ Sunday we celebrate the mystery of Christ’s kingly power. Reign of Christ Sunday is a fairly new religious observance. It was started by Pope Pius XI in 1925. According to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Anglican

Mother’s Day 2017

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 19, 2018

God knows us before He places us within our Mothers. He knows full well the prefect woman to be our Mother. How her character and nature will be imprinted upon us in order to give us our unique traits and features.

Mother’s Day 2017 Our Bible contains all kinds of events about Kings and Queens and Prophets and Priests. We can read of great warriors and wealthy merchants as well as the lives of many ordinary people. After reading about all of these lives you will find that God has also given special ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christian Governance-&-Work-3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 2, 2017

3 of 4. Peter confirmed the role of Christian submission in relation to the obligations of servants. Christian submission is crucial in or pertinent to our work obligations. But How? Christian governance is at WORK thru submission to...

‘For The LORD’S SAKE’—1Peter 2:13—3:12 A. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Government—1Peter 2:13-17 B. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Work-III—1Peter 2:18-25 C. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Marriage—1Peter 3:1-7 D. CHRISTIAN GOVERNANCE-&-Church—1Peter 3:8-12 Previously in 1Peter we have begun looking at the overall ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

When God Destroys Our Plans Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 24, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore biblical examples of when God destroyed someone's plans, and what we can learn from these experiences.

As Christians, we often pray for God's guidance and wisdom in our decision-making processes. However, there are times when God may seem to be destroying our plans, even when we have prayed for His blessing. In this sermon, we will explore biblical examples of when God destroyed someone's ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3, Psalm 31:15

Restore

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jun 10, 2015

Understanding our Calling

[restore] I’d like you to think of the following scene: Jesus is on his knees in prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane. The hour of his impending arrest, trial and death has finally arrived. He has about an hour before Judas betrays him and sets everything in motion. Jesus is feeling the weight ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Men Of God Emulate The Examples Of Abraham, Jacob, Boaz, And Christ Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the examples of Abraham, Jacob, Boaz, and Christ, and how we can apply their principles to our own lives.

As men of God, we are called to lead, protect, and love our families with the same devotion and character as the biblical heroes who came before us. In this sermon, we will explore the examples of Abraham, Jacob, Boaz, and Christ, and how we can apply their principles to our own lives. Leading ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33

"Me? Barabbas?”

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 26, 2018

Barabbas watched as Jesus was beaten with HIS beating, as Jesus took up HIS cross, and as Jesus was peirced with HIS nails. He got a special revelation of Jesus as his substitute!

“ME? BARABBAS?” Mt. 27:15-17, 20-26 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: You really wonder about people’s common sense when you’ve read some of these instruction labels: 1. On a hairdryer: Do not use while sleeping. 2. On box of Cracker Jacks: You could be a winner! No purchase necessary. Details inside. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:15-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Models Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 30, 2016

Paul is suggesting we should not necessarily limit ourselves to colleagues, or instructors or even celebrities, maybe especially celebrities, as our examples. We should look to God.

Ephesians 5:1 Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children 2 and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. You know those puzzles with a thousand pieces or so? Some are really difficult. If you've ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: *other