Sermons on Live Is Christ:

A Great Rule To Live By Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Feb 28, 2008

How we treat others will largely affect how they treat us, and understanding Christ’s golden rule will bless us as we deal with others.

A Great Rule to Live By Griffith Baptist Church – 3/2/08 A.M. Service Text: Matthew 7:12 Key verse: The Introduction Life is filled with rules Here are some rules given by different dad’s to their kids: Never underestimate the power of human stupidity. - Rich Constand’s Dad An excuse is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:12

Denomination: Baptist

A Messiah Who Understands True Family Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 15, 2010

When we give our lives to Christ, His family becomes our family.

A Messiah Who Understands the True Family Text: Matt. 12:46-50 Introduction 1. Illustration: Rudyard Kipling once wrote about families, "all of us are we--and everyone else is they." A family shares things like dreams, hopes, possessions, memories, smiles, frowns, and gladness...A family is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:46-50

Denomination: Methodist

Committed To Christ

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Aug 28, 2019

You're trying to make the right decisions and live out your Christian life, but the more you try, the more difficult life seems to get. Our Christians lives are not always so glorious. Why do we continue? Where do find the glory of a life committed to following Christ?

Have you ever had one of those weeks where things seem to go wrong? You’re trying to do the right thing, make the right decisions, but it just doesn’t work out the way you thought it would. You set aside time for a family dinner, only to have it turn into sibling arguments, someone stomping away ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:14-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Two Crosses In The New Testament PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 15, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of self-denial, sacrifice, and surrender in following Christ, leading to true life and salvation.

Welcome, beloved friends and family, to this sacred space where we gather together in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. We come together with hearts open wide, eager to receive the divine wisdom that God has lovingly prepared for us. Today, we will be embracing an enlightening discussion that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-24

Topics: Dying, Living

Missing The Crown

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 23, 2002

Many believers live defeated lives and miss the crown or reward that could be theirs if they only lived for Christ.

MISSING THE CROWN I CORINTHIANS 10:1-13 I. Our Salvation is not based on how we live our lives. A. Ephesians 2:8-9 B. "I know I’m going to heaven, not because of what I’ve done but because of what Christ has done for me." C. John Wycliffe, in Christian History, no. 3. "Trust wholly in Christ; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Magnificent Obsession Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 6, 2018

Most people have experienced bizarre or inappropriate thoughts and have engaged in repetitive behaviors at times. However, people with obsessive-compulsive disorder find that their disturbing thoughts and behaviors consume large amounts of time . . . . .

7-1-04 Title: A Magnificent Obsession Text: “For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain.” (Philippians 1:21) Bible Reading: Philippians 1:21; 3:7-11 Introduction: The title of today’s lesson is “A Magnificent Obsession.” So let’s begin by answering the question, “What is an obsession?” I ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Victorious Christian Life Sermon I: Identify With Christ Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Feb 3, 2020

The truth of the old adage, "You can tell a lot about a person by the company he or she keeps", compels us to confess Christ not only by identifying with His Name but also HIs Teaching in word and in deed.

THE VICTORIOUS CHRISTIAN LIFE: FIRST, IDENTIFY WITH CHRIST You no doubt have heard it said that you can tell a lot about a person by the company he or she keeps. If your experience has been like mine, you have found that axiom to be truer than not. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-26

The Church Of Christ 6 The Stone Of David The Rock Of Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Mar 26, 2016

Christ saved with a love that promised eternal life for death is the enemy.

THE CHURCH OF CHRIST 6 The Stone Of David The Rock Of Jesus (March 26, 2016) “Therefore thus saith the LORD GOD, Behold, I lay in Zion for a foundation a stone, a tried stone, a precious corner stone, a sure foundation: he that believeth shall not make haste, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 28:16

Denomination: Friends

"Hope For The Living Dead"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 12, 2002

Christ raises both the physically dead and the spiritually dead.

Ezekiel 37:1-14 “Hope For The Living Dead” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA In our Scripture lesson for this morning Ezekiel finds himself in a valley that is covered with nothing but dry bones. Sure looks like a hopeless situation to me. Then ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Because He Lives

Contributed by Frank Walker on Oct 9, 2001

The Ressurection of Christ has different meanings for different people.

BECAUSE HE LIVES (Matt. 28:1-10) I. SOME SHOULD BE AFRAID (v. 1-4) Hebrews 10:31, “It is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God.” A. Because The Power Of God Has Been Revealed (1 Cor. 15:12-28) 1. Many people have tried to prove that Jesus did not rise from the dead. If they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10, 1 Corinthians 15:12-28

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Transformed Life

Contributed by Brian Bill on Feb 14, 2013

Our learning must lead to Christ-like living.

Living a Transformed Life Sermon Series: “PBC @ the Core” 2 Corinthians 3:17-18 Rev. Brian Bill 2/10/13 I want to begin with a brief excerpt from a book by Mark Buchanan called, “Your Church is Too Safe.” This appeared in the March 2012 issue of Christianity ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Gospel-Centered Living Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 28, 2015

It's costly to follow Christ, but the price is worth paying.

Gospel-Centered Living Mark 1:12-20 Rev. Brian Bill September 26-27, 2015 Song: “Holy Spirit” Holy Spirit, you are welcome here Come flood this place and fill the atmosphere Your glory God is what our hearts long for To be overcome by Your Presence Lord I sensed the power and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

Living The New Life Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 18, 2024

A new life in Christ must lead to a new lifestyle.

Living the New Life Ephesians 4:25-32 Rev. Brian Bill March 16-17, 2024 A man went to see his doctor in a state of high anxiety. “Doctor,” he said, “you have to help me. I’m dying. Everywhere I touch it hurts. I touch my head and it hurts. I touch my leg and it hurts. I touch my stomach and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Be Careful

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 14, 2006

This sermon uses Herod as an example of how even in today’s world people give in to the pressure of the world instead of being careful to live as Christ commands.

Mark 6: 14 – 29 – Be Careful Intro: My grandmother was fond of saying, “Oh what a tangled web we weave when first we practice to deceive.” --- I used to think she was quite a philosopher until in college I read William Shakespeare and discovered she wasn’t a philosopher. She was just quoting ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Under New Management

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 28, 2008

Salvation begins new life, and this freshness isn’t always easy, so we will learn to live in Christ. This word really blessed our church!

Under New Management Text: II Corinthians 10: 3-5 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh: 4(For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds;) 5Casting down imaginations, and every high thing that exalteth itself ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Pentecostal