Sermons on Jesus Was In Distress:

Jesus Is The Christ Series

Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Sep 11, 2019

Jesus is the Christ

Introduction: That You May Know One day, while Wim was in the marketplace in the Netherlands, he struck up a conversation with a woman who remarked that you can get to heaven by doing good works. His attempt to explain that it is by God’s grace that we are “saved through faith” (Eph. 2:8) ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:20-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Touch Of Jesus

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 8, 2020

Research has proven how powerful a human touch is. Since that's true, imagine how powerful the touch of Jesus is, the effect it can have on people, and how we can be part of God’s touching the world!

THE TOUCH OF JESUS Mark 1:29–37 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Uncle Irv needed 3 million dollars to clinch an important real estate deal. 2. So he went to a local synagogue to pray for the money. By chance he knelt next to a man who was praying fervently for $100 to pay his rent. 3. Irv started ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Is Life!

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Mar 9, 2020

A narrative sermon on the raising of Lazarus

Intro: My text this morning is John 11 and a funeral scene is described....A beloved brother has died...2 sisters are left to mourn. The two sisters – Mary and Martha have a much loved but very sick brother—They don’t call for the doctor – instead they call for the great physician. But the family ...read more

Scripture: John 11:25-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Victory In Jesus

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 19, 2020

As Peter concluded this very practical letter that addressed the difficulties the church faced while seeking to encourage them to remain committed, he drew their focus back to the one who could provide all they needed regardless of the situation - the Lord Jesus Christ.

Victory in Jesus 1 Peter 5: 6-11 We have considered much in our time moving through Peter’s first epistle. Being aware of their struggles, Peter addressed their need while challenging them to remain steadfast in spite of the opposition they faced. He knew the world was watching their lives, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Grew

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Mar 26, 2020

Have you been saved? Great. But that's only the beginning. Jesus had to learn obedience and effective ministry. Are you on the path to becoming a useful disciple for God?

Last week we looked at a touching moment in Jesus’ infancy. His parents brought their infant son to the temple to be dedicated to God. They wanted nothing but God’s best for their special son. And in the temple God brought them across the path of one of his true saints, Simeon, who loved their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40

Encountering Jesus

Contributed by Travis L. Billings on Nov 29, 2015

Though we acknowledge that God is in control, we will never find peace until we spend time alone with Him. What exactly is the best way for each of us to encounter Jesus? We are each unique individuals, and each of us is drawn to Jesus by different ways

Oh the riches of this world True joy I have not found The pull of your might The chase of my wants My flesh cannot contend With the spirit man within Though we acknowledge that God is in control, we will never find peace until we spend time alone with Him. Mosquito Coast--(Harrison Ford ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Charismatic

Jesus The Victor Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 7, 2015

Christmas is all about how Christ covers our curse by dying in our place on the cross, thus crushing the head of Satan.

Jesus the Victor Genesis 3:15 Rev. Brian Bill December 5-6, 2015 After the murder of 14 people in California this week, the New York Daily News ran a bold four word headline across the entire front page: “GOD ISN’T FIXING THIS.” In the midst of our cultural conversation about ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Jesus? Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Dec 25, 2015

So many definitions of Jesus of Nazareth. Who is He to you? A message prepared for the Albany Park community in Chicago.

To the Community Called Albany Park (Chicago) I address my comments to the community called Albany Park in Chicago. Albany Park is a place of many cultures, many Christian expressions, and many religions that are not Christian. And I imagine there are many in AP who want nothing to do with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Jesus Is Not Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Dec 25, 2015

Many strange ideas about Jesus being sent throughout the world. Here are a few.

6. Who is Jesus according to Albany Park Religionists? Here are some other revelations about Jesus, taught by people in this very neighborhood. Strange things have been added to the record since the record first was published by God's men, the prophets and apostles, starting in the centuries ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus The Refugee

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Dec 26, 2015

Christmas message based on Matthew 2 where Herod tries to kill Jesus

“Jesus The Refugee” Introduction: Washington Post article (Dec 24, 2015) - Infertility, divorce, shame, mass murder, astrologers, injustice and doubt: these are a few of the topics that appear in the birth narratives of Matthew and Luke, but it is unlikely that they will feature in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Following Jesus

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jan 11, 2016

We must daily choose to follow Jesus.

Following Jesus January 10, 2016 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must daily choose to follow Jesus. Focus Passage: Matthew 26:51-58 Supplemental Passage: And He was saying to them all, "If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:51-58

Denomination: Baptist

Be Led By Jesus

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Nov 26, 2017

The blind man sees through the eyes of the one leading him. But the one who is not blind sees through His own eyes. Therefore the blind man leans on the understanding of he who leads him but the one who sees leans on his own understanding.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: BE LED BY JESUS John 9:39-41King James Version (KJV) 39 And Jesus said, For judgment I am come into this world, that they which see not might see; and that they which see might be made blind. 40 And some of the Pharisees which were with him heard ...read more

Scripture: John 9:39-41

Denomination: Charismatic

The Prayer Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Nov 27, 2017

The Our Father in Matthew 6 is typically referred to as the Lord's Prayer. But really, John 17 is what should be called the Lord's Prayer because it literally is the prayer of Jesus. Jesus' longest recorded prayer has much to say and there's much to gain.

THE PRAYER OF JESUS John 17:1-26 INTRODUCTION: The Our Father of Matthew 6:9-13 is typically referred to as the Lord's Prayer. But really, it is the disciple's prayer given to them by the Lord. Here, in John 17 is what should be called the Lord's Prayer because it literally is the prayer of Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Is Jesus?

Contributed by Pastor Dr. Tim Awotide on Nov 29, 2017

Faith in Jesus Will Answer Your Questions.

Text: Acts 9:5 NKJV “And he said, “Who are You, Lord?” Then the Lord said, “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting. It is hard for you to kick against the goads.”” A. Saul's Searching Question (1) Saul was passionate in persecuting the church. (2) Jesus confronted Saul on the road to ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Flock Of Jesus

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Dec 7, 2017

If you are part of His flock you will hear His voice and follow Him

May the peace of the Lord be with you. TOPIC: THE FLOCK OF JESUS John 10:26-27King James Version (KJV) 26 But ye believe not, because ye are not of my sheep, as I said unto you. 27 My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me: Beloved who's voice do you hear and who do you ...read more

Scripture: John 10:26-27

Denomination: Charismatic