Sermons on John The Baptism:

Do We Still Need Baptism?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Dec 27, 2016

In this passage Jesus teaches us: 1. The Importance of Baptism 2. The Transformational Nature of Baptism 3. Our Baptismal Identity. This is a message that speaks of the sacredness of Christian baptism.

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17 Theme: Baptism Title: Do we still need baptism? Proposition: In this passage Jesus teaches us: 1. The Importance of Baptism 2. The Transformational Nature of Baptism 3. Our Baptismal Identity Grace and peace from God our Father and from Jesus Christ who came ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Nazarene

The Divide Of The Cross

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 23, 2001

An Easter sermon from Romans 6

Sermon for 4/15/2001 The Divide of the Cross Romans 6:1-11 Introduction: Missionaries, who serve in lands with other religions like Buddhism or Hinduism or Muslim, know the importance of baptism. To retain converts there must be a public baptism. Just to pray in private is not enough. Must be a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Concluding Remarks: Why Are You Standing Here

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jun 28, 2005

Jesus’ concluding remarks were the promise of the Holy Spirit who would empower the Church to carry the message of Jesus great Salvation to all who would repent and believe the Gospel!

CONCLUDING REMARKS: WHY ARE YOU STANDING HERE ACTS 1: 1-11 JUNE 12, 2005 INTRODUCTION: Subject: Rookie Trooper Billy Graham was returning to Charlotte after a speaking engagement and when his plane arrived there was a limousine there to transport him to his home. As he prepared to get into the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Living With A Resurrection Heart

Contributed by Chad Wright on May 11, 2002

This text focuses on the epistle lesson for the sixth Sunday of Easter (ILCW series A). Peter reminds us how powerful the Resurrection is in our own lives.

Introduction: The human heart is a hard-working marvel. It can keep on beating automatically even if all other nerves were severed. In a 70 year lifetime, it will beat an average of 75 times a minute, forty million times a year - or two-and-a-half billion times. At each beat, the average adult ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Are You Really Out Of Peanut Butter?

Contributed by Joe Harding on Nov 21, 2004

Jesus is either Lord of all or not Lord at all!

ARE YOU REALLY OUT OF PEANUT BUTTER? LUKE 6: 37-49 OCTOBER 31, 2004 INTRODUCTION: That’s My Story by Collin Raye (Lee Roy Parnell/Tony Haselden) I came in as the sun came up She glared at me over her coffee cup She said where you been, so I thought real hard and said, I fell asleep in that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-49

Denomination: Baptist

Doubters Welcome

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Nov 13, 2006

Three questions to ask in times of doubt.

Luke 7:18-35 Doubters Welcome Woodlawn Baptist Church November 12, 2006 Introduction Read Luke 7:18-35. If you were here last Sunday night you should remember me saying that for the last year or so, perhaps even the last couple of years, I have questioned many things about our faith and the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-35

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do We Need To Be Baptized?

Contributed by Dan Bauder on Jan 30, 2017

It's important to understand what the Scriptures say about baptism

BACK TO BASICS #3 “Why Do We Need to Be Baptized?” Adapted from a message by Stephen Sheane Acts 2:38-39 January 29th, 2017 Solid Rock Baptist Church Rev Dan Bauder INTRODUCTION This morning we are continuing our “Back to Basics “series by looking at the subject of baptism. While I am not aware of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Fire Power !

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Oct 13, 2009

What does John mean when he says Jesus will baptize with the Holy Spirit "and with fire."

Fire Power! Oct 11, 2009 Scripture: Luke 24:13-34 - Emmaeus Rd 1 Cor. 3:10-14; Rev 3:14-22 Exodus 19:16-19; 24:15-18 Read: Rev 3:14-22 Read Text: Matthew 3:11 John was a great preacher. Maybe the greatest preacher of his day and yet he said, “There is one coming after me whose sandals I am ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:11

Denomination: Wesleyan

It's Time For The Baptism In The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Andy Harris on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: Jesus commanded his followers to wait for the promise of the Father, the Baptism of the Holy Spirit.

Intro: Jesus commanded his followers to wait for the promise of the Father, the Baptism of the Holy Spirit. They waited until Pentecost, and the Holy Spirit was outpoured. Some people have waited for months, even years to be baptized in the Holy Spirit, thinking they were being scriptural! ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 28:9-12

Salvation, Baptism, And The Lord’s Supper

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on May 24, 2017

Salvation, Baptism, and the Lord's Supper are all closely related and part of a Christians confession of our Lord.

Romans 10:9-10 Romans 6:1-11 Matthew 26:26-30 Intro: Illustration “Kings Baptism” I. Salvation (Romans 10:9-17) A. A genuine faith (Romans 4:13-25) B. An example of genuine faith - (Job 2:9-10) - (Luke 23:42 Then he said to Jesus, “Lord, remember me when you come into your kingdom.) - Story of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:9-10, Romans 6:1-11, Matthew 26:26-30

Denomination: Baptist

A Matter Of Death And Life

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Oct 8, 2001

Explains the meaning of baptism: that we are dead with Christ, but have new life in Him. Demonstrates that holiness and commitment to God are the result of this death and life.

"A MATTER OF DEATH AND LIFE" We’re here this morning really for two different but connected celebrations. But this morning we will celebrate these two ceremonies in the reverse order of what they are normally celebrated. In English, when something is very important we may use the saying, "It’s a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:3-12, Colossians 2:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Baptize Infants

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on May 12, 2004

Why do we baptize infants? A look at the New Testament, Old Testament, and church history.

Genesis 17:9-13 9 Then God said to Abraham, "As for you, you must keep my covenant, you and your descendants after you for the generations to come. 10 This is my covenant with you and your descendants after you, the covenant you are to keep: Every male among you shall be circumcised. 11 You are to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:13-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Back To The Basics: Baptism And Holy Communion Series

Contributed by Brian William on Oct 25, 2007

Sixth in the "Back to the Basics" series, exploring the foundational beliefs of Christians. This sermon addresses the question, "What do Christians believe about the baptism and holy communion?"

Last week, while flipping through the channels on tv, I came across the movie Gladiator with Russell Crowe, just as it was getting started. If you’ve seen the movie, you’ll remember that it is set in ancient Rome at about the same time as Jesus lived. The main character, Maximus, played by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:12-25

Denomination: Methodist

I Am Not Ashamed

Contributed by Carl Kolb on Jan 10, 2008

A baptism message

Romans 1:16-19 "I Am Not Ashamed!" (A Baptism Message) Down South they tell about a Baptist minister who preached about baptism by immersion every Sunday. His congregation agreed with his doctrine, but they were getting pretty tired of hearing about it every week. Nobody wanted to hurt his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Watermark Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 19, 2005

A relationship with God is a life changing experience

GOD, WATER AND LIFE SEPTEMBER 26, 2004 Romans 6:4-8 “Watermark” INTRODUCTION A young girl boards an oceanliner for a trip to America—the new world. The emotions of fear and excitement rage within her as she climbs the gangplank. What she is doing is not an easy task. She is leaving behind ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4-8

Denomination: Lutheran