Sermons on Jesus Sentenced To Death:

Jesus Begins

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 17, 2023

How did Jesus prepare for and begin His ministry? Let's find out in Matthew 4.

Jesus prepared for His ministry by fasting. He battled temptations and won. Let’s look at Matthew 4:1-11. Was Jesus thirsty or only hungry after fasting? The Holy Spirit led Jesus into the desert, so that the devil could test him. After Jesus had gone without eating for 40 days and nights, he was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"Learning To Let Go" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 14, 2016

This is one of ten messages on the GIANTS all of us face in life. This giant is called grief.

FACING YOUR GIANTS “Learning to Let Go” John 11: 17-44 The Bible records 34 miracles performed by Jesus. He changed water to wine, he healed the deaf… • made the blind to see • the crippled could walk • those with leprosy were made whole • He fed the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-44

Denomination: Baptist

Nothing Is Lost Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 9, 2023

The Fifth Sunday of the Lent

Nothing is Lost Scripture Ezekiel 37:12-14, Romans 8:8-11, John 11:1-45. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Of all the miracles that Jesus did, the raising of Lazarus ranks as the most astonishing one to the people of his time. According to the traditional Jewish belief, the soul of a ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:12-14, Romans 8:8-11, John 11:1-45

Denomination: Other

The Offense Of The Cross

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Mar 12, 2021

Why was the cross a stumbling block for people to accept Christ in Paul's time and today?

The Offense (Stumbling Blocks) of the Cross Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Galatians 5:7-12 We have an exciting statement from our brother Paul which can be translated in different ways. In Galatians 5:11, the verse can be translated as "the offense of the cross." I found this to be an ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:7-12

Denomination: United Methodist

The Face Of Forgiveness-The Thief Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 16, 2012

Everything about Jesus’ death was designed to bring Him suffering and shame. His enemies crucified Him between two thieves for the purpose of humiliating Him. They wanted to present Him as a common criminal dying with His kind. But, as usual, Jesus tur

5-25-03 Title: The Face of Forgiveness: The Thief Text: (Luke 23:39-43) Scripture Reading: Luke 23:26-43 Introduction Everything about Jesus’ death was designed to bring Him suffering and shame. His enemies crucified Him between two thieves for the purpose of humiliating Him. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-43

Denomination: Baptist

Unrecognized Victory

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on May 12, 2021

We celebrate so many things every year. Do you celebrate Easter?. Are you worshiping the risen Christ? If so, how do you show this to the world

Unrecognized Victory Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 20:13 13 And they *said to her, “aWoman, why are you weeping?” She *said to them, “Because bthey have taken away my Lord, and I do not know where they have laid Him.” 14 When she had said this, she turned around and *asaw Jesus standing there, ...read more

Scripture: John 20:13

Denomination: United Methodist

You Are Not Alone

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 20, 2025

In the midst of our grief, we cling to the promises of God's Word, which remind us that we are never alone.

Introduction: Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, today we gather with heavy hearts but also with faith and hope. We come to celebrate the life of our dear loved one, who has transitioned from this earthly life to eternal rest. In the midst of our grief, we cling to the promises of God's ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

The Raising Of Lazarus Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

Being as sure of your salvation as we are of death itself.

The raising of Lazarus John 11: 17-36 I think people have a hard time relating to the fact that Lazarus died and then was raised four days later simply because most people are unfamiliar with the concept of death in our society let alone a resurrection. There was a ...read more

Scripture: John 11:17-36

Denomination: Baptist

I Want To Know Christ..

Contributed by Kunnil Wilson on Mar 11, 2023

I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death.

Kunnil Wilson Philippians 3:10-12 I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death, and so, somehow, attaining to the resurrection from the dead. Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Christians Checkbook- A Joint Account Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 7, 2023

This is the 170th sermon in the series Action". This is the 7th sermon from Ephesians.

Series: Action [#170] A CHRISTIAN’S CHECKBOOK- A JOINT ACCOUNT Ephesians 2:11-18 Introduction: Paul began the book of Ephesians with praise and continued with prayer and then he began to preach. Paul preached that we are made alive in Christ, raised up with Christ, and seated in Heavenly ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Blood Smeared Cross

Contributed by Othey Mcnew Jr. on Jun 25, 2005

The Celebration of Passover for Christians begins with a blood smeared cross!

The Blood Smeared Cross Exodus 12: 1-14 1 And the LORD spake unto Moses and Aaron in the land of Egypt saying, 2 This month shall be unto you the beginning of months: it shall be the first month of the year to you. 3 Speak ye unto all the congregation of Israel, saying, In the tenth day of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And Peter Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 5, 2014

If we learn from Peter – hear the straight talk of Jesus to Peter and to us we can avoid a lot of the pitfalls and mistakes Peter made. If we yield to the straight talk of Jesus – listen – repent – change course then we too can make a difference for the Kingdom of Heaven.

Theme: Let’s Talk Series 3: Straight Talk What is it? It’s like when your spouse asks if the new outfit makes her look fat and you say, “Yes, you look like you gained 30 pounds!” It’s like when your wife asks if you love her new haircut and you say, “No you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:31-75

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Journey Of Jesus

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 31, 2001

This is an inductive survey of the Travel narrative as recorded in the gospel of Luke.

LUKE TRAVEL NARRATIVE I. Divide and Title A. Segmental Divisions 9.51-11.13 Jesus sends the seventy 11.14-13.30 Renewed opposition and Jesus continues to teach 13.31-15. Jesus with the Pharisees 16.1-19.27 Jesus teaches on the kingdom 19.28-21.4 Jesus enters and claims the Kingdom 21:5-38 Jesus ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Hope In The Valley

Contributed by Gary Holt on May 3, 2025

This sermon is about how a Christian should respond to grief.

“Hope in the Valley” 1 Thessalonians 4:13–14 Life is a struggle and there are times when we go through valleys It could be a VALLEY: - of sickness, fear or poverty - loss or frustration - sadness and anxiety The Valley may be: - the loss of a relationship - it could be betrayal - it ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Eternal Jesus

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Dec 3, 2007

God gave us His son and entrusted Him to the care of imperfect human beings. God would dwell amongst us and know us completely. He would teach us a better way a higher plane a greater truth than we had ever come to know.

Eternal Jesus Well today we start a new year; you may be surprised to hear me say this since today is December 2nd and not January 1, 2008. Today is the official start of the new Church Year. The church calendar starts with the celebration of Advent. Advent specifically focuses on Christs ...read more

Scripture: John 8:18-59

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed