Sermons on Joining To Christ:

Christ - A Curse For Us

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. "I wish you were dead! Go to hades! Get out of here and don’t ever let me see you again!" "You are no longer part of this family.

1. "I wish you were dead! Go to hades! Get out of here and don’t ever let me see you again!" "You are no longer part of this family." 2. His father was angry. He cursed his son with more words than I can tell you here this evening. His father was angry at him and he let him know it. And not only ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Certainty Of Christ's Love

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

B. THE CERTAINTY OF CHRIST'S LOVE FREES US TO FACE THE FUTURE WITH JOYFUL CONFIDENCE A lesson of reassurance for believers: If Christ demonstrated his love for us in the past, when our condition was awful, how much more will Christ continue to love us into the future, now that our relationship w

B. THE CERTAINTY OF CHRIST'S LOVE FREES US TO FACE THE FUTURE WITH JOYFUL CONFIDENCE A lesson of reassurance for believers: If Christ demonstrated his love for us in the past, when our condition was awful, how much more will Christ continue to love us into the future, now that our relationship ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Personal Resolution In Christ

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 18, 2000

Mastery of Godâs Called A.

Mastery of Godâs Called A. Following the prize (12) 1. Refutation of completion (12a) 2. Continuation of intention (12b) C. Forgetting the past (13) 1. Repudiation of the past (13a) a. Good b. Bad 3. Concentration in the present (13b) a. ÎReaching forthâ - The Greek word points out the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Our Pattern Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE PATTERN FOR BOTH HUMBLING OURSELVES AND BEING EXALTED BY GOD IS JESUS CHRIST

BIG IDEA: THE PATTERN FOR BOTH HUMBLING OURSELVES AND BEING EXALTED BY GOD IS JESUS CHRIST 1 Peter 5:6 "Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you at the proper time." Otherwise, if we try to exalt ourselves, God must come along and humble us. Remember the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Personal Resolution In Christ

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 18, 2000

I. Mastery of God’s Called A.

I. Mastery of God’s Called A. Following the prize (12) 1. Refutation of completion (12a) 2. Continuation of intention (12b) B. Forgetting the past (13) 1. Repudiation of the past (13a) a. Good b. Bad 2. Concentration in the present (13b) a. ‘Reaching forth’ - The Greek word points out the strong ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Christ-Exalting Worship Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000

For a church to be effective, there must be Christ-exalting worship.

Christ-Exalting Worship Psalm 96; s.s. I. Foundation of Biblical Worship A. Music (Psalm 96:1-2) B. Ordinances (Psalm 96:2b) C. Witnessing (Psalm 96:3,10) D. Prayer (Psalm 96:4) E. Giving (Psalm 96:8) F. Scripture (Psalm 96:13) II. Fundamental Worship at Antioch A. Acts 11:27-30 (Offering ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 96:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Revelation Of Jesus Christ" Series

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Oct 21, 2000

Intro to the first chapter of the Book of Revelation

"THE REVELATION OF JESUS CHRIST" By: Dr. Dennis Deese REVELATION 1:1-3 Our purpose: To become fully acquainted with the resurrected, glorified Savior, Jesus Christ, the King. The Division of the book is as follows: Chapter 1 the initial revelation and the revelation of the glorified Lord ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:1-3

Brethren Of Christ Ii Series

Contributed by Chuck Cochran on Oct 26, 2000

This sermon examines the names of the brothers of Jesus.

“Brethren of Christ II” Matt. 13:55, Judges 11 The name of Jesus means, “Jehovah is Salvation. This is the only means of salvation for all of mankind that is through the Shed Blood of The Lord Jesus Christ. Which is the provision of God in this life. It’s Provided:  Freely  ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:55

Denomination: Baptist

Brethren Of Christ Iii” Series

Contributed by Chuck Cochran on Oct 26, 2000

This Sermon examines the names of the Brothers of Jesus.

“Brethren of Christ III” Heb. 3-4 James = Supplant: Works, Wisdom, Willingness Joses = Sympathy: Nearness, Necessity, Neighbor (Jepthah) “Simon = He that Hears” Intro: Heb. 3:7-11 1) Hear of His Promise 1A) To the Apostates v. 11-12 1B) To the Admonisher v. 13-15 1C) Of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:55

Denomination: Baptist

Brethren Of Christ Iv Series

Contributed by Chuck Cochran on Oct 26, 2000

This sermon examines the names of the brothers of Jesus.

“Brethren of Christ” Matt. 13:55 James = Supplant: Works, Wisdom, Willingness Joses = Sympathy: Nearness, Necessity, Neighbor (Jepthah) Simon = He that Hears: Hear of His Promise, Peace, & Priest “Judas” Jude 1 Praise of The Lord 1) We Will Remember 1A) The Regret v. 5 Luke 9:62 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:55

Denomination: Baptist

How To Mature In Christ

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001

Just because someone is spiritually mature does not automatically assure them of easy solutions to their problems. However, the spiritually mature person has the foundational impetus, power, and direction for dealing with all issues of life successfully

How to Mature in Christ The Bible assures us that if we abide in Jesus, we can ask whatever we wish and it will be done for us. (John 15:7) As Lily and people like her learn to grow up into ALL aspects into Christ, they will be in a position to be able to integrate their spiritual maturity into ...read more

Scripture: John 15:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Christ The Way

Contributed by Blake Carroll on Aug 24, 2001

Jesus Christ is the one and only way to heaven.

Title: “Jesus Christ The Way” Scripture: John 14:5-14 Introduction: Today many say that it does not matter what you believe as long as you are sincere. They say that all religions have some good in them and they all lead to heaven at last. But Jesus said, “No one comes to the Father ...read more

Scripture: John 14:5-14

Denomination: Baptist

Christ: Our Example

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 9, 2001

Of COMPASSION, of PURPOSE, of OBEDIENCE

It is important to our purposes here, to briefly discuss the chronology of the events recorded in the first 18 verses of John chapter 5. Jesus has just come from Galilee, where the gospel writers tell us He was performing many miracles and teaching the people. It is very near the end of the ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-18

Denomination: Orthodox

Our Equality In Christ

Contributed by Brian Credille on Jan 18, 2001

Through a vision Peter received, he learned some important lessons about God’s love for all people, lessons we need today to counteract a world filled with hate and prejudice.

OUR EQUALITY IN CHRIST Acts 10:34-35 INTRODUCTION God showed to Peter that all persons were loved by Him. Having seen the vision of animals, God sent a Roman named Cornelius to send me to bring Peter to him. Peter went with them to meet Cornelius. They spoke and Cornelius told Peter his story. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-35

Denomination: Baptist

Religious Or Christ-Like?

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: There is a big difference between being "religious" and following Jesus Christ.

Thesis: There is a big difference between being "religious" and following Jesus Christ. Intro.: 1. When you hear someone use the word "religion" or hear someone refer to another person as "religious" what do you think of? a. Illust. Do you think of "Church Lady" on Saturday Night Live who goes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-39