Sermons on Jordan River:

One Baptism Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 2, 2024

In this seven-week series, we explore the seven "ones" of Ephesians 4 and how they can help us experience the unity of the Spirit in the bonds of peace! Week six: One Baptism.

ONE BAPTISM Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 2/11/2018 If you’re just joining us, we’ve spent the last six weeks exploring the often elusive ideal of Christian unity. As I’ve said every week throughout this series, Jesus passionately prayed that his church—everyone who would ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:3-4

Denomination: Christian Church

Four Of The Hardest Words To Say

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Sep 18, 2011

A story about Naaman and the true meaning of being a sinner saved by grace.

"Four of the Hardest Words to Say" Now Naaman, captain of the host of the king of Syria, was a great man with his master, and honourable, because by him the LORD had given deliverance unto Syria: he was also a mighty man in valour... (2 Kings 5:1a KJV) Intro: In the northwestern Mediterranean ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Inconvenient Truth

Contributed by Eric Ferguson on May 16, 2008

Many Christians don’t like to hear the word "Servant" or "Servanthood" because it implies a less than attractive feature of God’s kingdom. Yet it is the very essence that draws true power from a mighty God.

OPENER: Object Lesson: Usefulness of the Broom Hold a broom up for all to see. Rather than beginning to sweep up themes, take out one strand of the broom and start to clean up the mess. It will only take seconds before they realize you need to use the whole broom or it will take you too long to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Two Seas

Contributed by Bob Hostetler on Jul 6, 2001

A message about the grace of giving

The Two Seas Text: Proverbs 11:24-25 There were two seas that dominated the land of Jesus, the land where he was born and grew up, the land in which he lived and ministered, the land which some today call Israel, and others call Palestine. One of these two great bodies of water, filled ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:24-25, Luke 6:38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"God Will Expose Our Enemies If We Obey Him”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Sep 24, 2001

America has waged war on terrorism, but the difficult thing is identifying and locating our enemy. Learn how God is willing to expose and defeat our enemies if we obey Him.

Intro: We as Americans have declared war on terrorism. The most difficult aspect of this war is identifying and locating our enemies. Fighting the war on terrorism is not as simple as finding one man and bringing him to justice. Terrorism is not a person or a people for that matter; it’s a state ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gift Of The Word Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Nov 17, 2002

The Word of Wisdom is supernatural revelation, by the Spirit of God, concerning the divine purpose in the mind and will of God. It is the God-given ability to receive, from the Holy Spirit, a revelation of what to do about a particular situation, once you

By: Donna J. Kazenske 1 Cor. 12:7-10 "But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom, through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another the gift of faith by the same Spirit, to another ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:9-10, 1 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: *other

Joshua Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 9, 2021

I will be with you wherever you go.

April 10, 2021 My Favorite Thing About JOSHUA is a promise ------ “I Will Be with You Wherever You Go.” Deuteronomy 31:1-8 - Then Moses went out and spoke these words to all Israel: 2 "I am now a hundred and twenty years old and I am no longer able to lead you. The LORD has said to me, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:6-9

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

John's Journey To Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024

This sermon explores the intertwined stories of John the Baptist and Jesus Christ, highlighting their roles in God's redemption narrative and their impact on our faith.

Welcome, beloved friends, to another beautiful day of fellowship and worship. We are gathered here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, under the banner of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are united in our shared faith, bound by the love of Christ, and propelled by the Spirit of God to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-15

Topics: Preparing, Way

Jesus Takes The Plunge

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Nov 13, 2008

Why is it that Jesus, God in the flesh, felt it necessary to do the whole baptism thing? What great lengths Jesus went to to be our example.

Try to imagine with me for a minute the scene as John the Baptist is in the Jordan River. John has devoted his life to paving a way for Jesus as was prophesied over him by his father Zechariah. People living during his time would have regarded him as a bit of a nut with his camel hair one piece and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

"By Water And The Spirit"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 7, 2016

A sermon for Baptism of the Lord Sunday.

"By Water and the Spirit" Mark 1:1-15 Mark starts his Gospel with: "This is the beginning of the good news about Jesus Christ, God's Son..." "This is the beginning..." The beginning of the good news about Jesus Christ is the beginning of THE GOOD NEWS OF GOD for you and me. It is the Good ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-15

Denomination: United Methodist

You Are A Leader To Victory

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 28, 2001

This sermon was preached on our Victory Sunday to receive our pledges for our new building.

You’re A Leader To Victory 12/3/2000 Joshua 1:1-5 2 Timothy 2:1-7 Today is Victory Sunday in our New Life Campaign. Victory not in the sense that the battle is over, but now it’s time to stop talking about what we’re going to do and actually start to do it. Our First Fruit Offering is ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Do You Believe In Miracles?

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jul 17, 2006

This message looks at various aspects of healing. Biblical answers are given to the question: "Does God Heal Today?"

Do You Believe in Miracles? 2 Kings 5:1-19 The World Book Dictionary defines a miracle as “A wonderful happening that is contrary to or independent of the known laws of nature.” When it comes to believing in miracles we tend to be skeptical. We hear about someone being healed and we want to see ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-19

Denomination: Free Methodist

Getting To Know Jesus - #2, Jesus' Baptism Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Jan 22, 2010

I had to ask myself, ‘Why did JESUS need to be baptized?’ After all, this IS the Messiah, the Creator of the World, the Living Word, the Lamb of God, the Lion of Judah, Emmanuel (God with us)…GOD! Why does God come to a body of water to be dunked by a guy

Matthew 3:1-17 The Baptism of Jesus (Life of Jesus, #2) Jan.17, 2009 Story: In the fifth century AD, St. Patrick baptised King Aengus of Ireland on his request. The saint willingly complied. His courtiers assembled with royal state to assist at the ceremony. St. Patrick carried in his hand, as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Let Our Voices Cry Out, Making The Way For Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 7, 2023

Encourages active participation in God's narrative, emphasizing the importance of seeking wisdom and transformation through understanding and applying His Word.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, not as mere spectators but as active participants in the grand narrative of God's love and mercy. We are not just observers but partakers in the divine banquet of His Word. As we gather in unity and love, let us remember that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Topics: Sharing, Good News

Stepping Into The Water

Contributed by Jerry Falwell on Sep 22, 2009

Taking the first step to claiming the mountain for ourselves.

STEPPING INTO THE WATER By Jerry Falwell “And Joshua rose early in the morning; and they removed from Shittim, and came to Jordan, he and all the children of Israel, and lodged there before they passed over. And it came to pass after three days, that the officers went through the host; And they ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist