Sermons on Mark 15:21-16:20:

Can You Be Threatened?

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Feb 4, 2018

Many in the Body of Christ are living in compromise. They are allowing the world to dictate what they will and will not believe about the Bible. How does this happen? Peter and John's confrontation with the religious leaders in Acts 4 shows us how.

I was thinking about Bro. Alain’s message this morning and what saddens me so much is how much of the Body of Christ is living in compromise and we don’t even realize it. And I thought about a Republican senator here in Ohio who came out strong and hard against homosexuality. He came out strong and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-30, Mark 16:15-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Four Ways To Better Love Those Away From God

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 16, 2018

Starting with Jesus hanging between two criminals, this sermon focuses on how Jesus was a "friend of sinners" and offers four ways we can improve in that endeavor.

WHICH IMAGE FITS BETTER: Black tuxedo or orange jumpsuit? - Mark 15:27. - Here we have the stark image of Jesus hanging between two criminals. These are orange jumpsuit kind of people. - On the other hand, we have the respectable crowd, perhaps wearing a black tuxedo to show their classiness. - ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Crown Of Suffering Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 19, 2018

The scourging Jesus endured would have been unimaginably horrific, but His suffering was from over. Following the merciless beating, Jesus was then subjected to ridicule and mockery. All of this was done for you and me!

The Crown of Suffering Mark 15: 16-21 Our last study ended with a gripping statement: And so Pilate, willing to content the people, released Barabbas unto them, and delivered Jesus, when he had scourged him, to be crucified. It doesn’t reveal much detail. We are merely told that Jesus was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Man In The Middle Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 2, 2019

Jesus endured much as He was crucified on Golgotha. He was beaten, humiliated, mocked, and blasphemed. He endured all of that for you and me. He took our place on the cross. I am thankful for the Man in the middle.

The Man in the Middle Mark 15: 22-32 Today we begin the most sobering and somber section of Mark’s gospel, dealing with the crucifixion of Jesus Christ our Lord. I am well aware that this was God’s plan for our redemption. I am thankful for the cross and the willingness of our Lord to take our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:22-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Death Of The Savior Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 9, 2019

In best-selling scripts, the hero beats the villain and rides off into the sunset. Our text today reveals a different scene - the hero dies. however, this is not the final chapter or the closing scene. He will live again!

The Death of the Savior Mark 15: 33-41 The text we have read today is contrary to the narrative most popular scripts of our day follow. In best selling books and block-buster movies, the hero always beats the villain and rides off into the sunset. Rarely, if ever, does the hero die in the script. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-41

Denomination: Baptist

Reaching Upward, Inward And Outward

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 14, 2019

In this sermon, I present our congregation's theme for the year. We want to focus on growing our relationship with God, our relationships in the church, and our outreach to the world.

Introduction: A. Once there was a football team who had never won a game. 1. So one day before practice the coach decided to have a talk with them. 2. He told them, “Boys, our offense is bad, our defense is horrible, and our special teams are the worst I have ever seen, so today we are going back ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14, Colossians 2:6-7, Colossians 3:12-16, Colossians 4:2-6, Mark 16:15, John 13:34-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Buried By A Friend Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 16, 2019

Following the crucifixion, the hill of Calvary had grown silent. The sneering crowds had gone, and the soldiers were left to their work. An unlikely candidate showed up to remove Jesus' body and provide for His burial.

Buried by a Friend Mark 15: 42-47 Our text records a somber and uncertain time for Jesus’ followers. He and the other malefactors are now dead. Calvary has become silent as the mocking crowds have dispersed, leaving the soldiers to their work. From a human perspective, all seemed lost as Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Glory In Resurrection Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 23, 2019

As the women made their way to the Garden Tomb, their lives were filled with uncertainty. There were more questions than answers. Their hopes and dreams were shattered, buried with Jesus three days ago. However, when they arrived at the tomb, hope was provided through the resurrection!

The Glory in Resurrection Mark 16: 1-8 It had been a difficult time for those who loved and followed Jesus. The disciples and the faithful women were aware of His death upon the cross. No doubt their minds were filled with unanswered questions – what will we do now; where do we go from here; is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Commissioned With The Gospel Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 30, 2019

Following the resurrection, Jesus left instruction for the disciples and the church - the Great Commission. This charge continues for the church, as we are responsible to reach the world with the Gospel.

Commissioned with the Gospel Mark 16: 9-20 Today we come to the concluding passage in Mark’s gospel. We have discovered lasting truth in the time we spent moving through this precious account of the life and ministry of our Lord. While it covers a span of approximately three years, the impact is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Equilibrium Part 2

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 3, 2019

This message focuses on the last two temptations that Jesus faced and how He responded.

Spiritual Equilibrium: Part 2 Scriptures: Matthew 4:5-11; Mark 16:17-18 This is part two of my message “Spiritual Equilibrium.” In part one we reviewed the first of three temptations that Jesus experienced at the hands of Satan. Last week we learned that we needed to have a balance in our flesh, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:5-11, Mark 16:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Lovest Thou Me?"

Contributed by Dr. Casey Adams on Oct 9, 2018

This message is geared towards building a loving relationship with Jesus Christ

I. "JESUS SAITH TO SIMON PETER, SIMON, SON OF JONAS, LOVEST THOU ME MORE THAN THESE?" - John 21:15-17 A. Let this tender but heart-searching question of our Lord: 1. Come home to our hearts 2. It is not enough for us to believe that He is the Messiah our Saviour B. The fact is: 1. Our personal ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:15-17, Luke 5:11, Mark 10:28-29, Matthew 19:16-21, John 20:15, Matthew 28:5, John 6:24, Matthew 5:46-47, John 21:15, Matthew 10:32, Luke 12:8, John 9:1-30, Mark 16:6, Luke 13:23, John 12:3, Luke 7:37-38, 1 Samuel 18:1, 1 Samuel 20:41, Matthew 15:22-28, 2 Samuel 21:8-10, John 11:36, John 11:5, Luke 7:44-47, Genesis 22:12, Matthew 22:37-40, Deuteronomy 6:4-8, John 21:15-17, John 21:15-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Commission To The Twelve, Then The Seventy And Then To The Whole Church!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Oct 10, 2018

One of my three main mentors, Missionary Evangelist T.L. Osborn, made this statement that I have used over and over in my preaching. “The Supreme Task of the Church is the Evangelization of the World”.

COMMISSION TO THE TWELVE, THEN THE SEVENTY AND THEN TO THE WHOLE CHURCH! One of my three main mentors, Missionary Evangelist T.L. Osborn, made this statement that I have used over and over in my preaching. “The Supreme Task of the Church is the Evangelization of the World”. I have added that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:1, Luke 10:17-20, Mark 16:16-20

El Shaddai

Contributed by Trevor Chuma on Oct 12, 2018

When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the LORD appeared to him and said, "I am God Almighty; walk before me faithfully and be blameless. (Genesis 17:1)

When Abraham was 99 years old, the Lord appeared to him and said, “I am the Almighty God; walk before Me, and be thou perfect” (Genesis 17:1). The word Almighty God is translated from the Hebrew El Shaddai, and it means the all-powerful one. By introducing himself as El Shaddai, he was giving ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:1, Luke 10:17, Mark 16:17, Romans 4:19

Denomination: Charismatic

Your Trust Fund

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Oct 18, 2018

The moment we are born again God establishes a Trust Fund for us. But so many of us are not accessing it.. Why?

How many of you know that God has given us an inheritance? Every promise that God has identified in His Word belongs to us — and it belongs to us now. Physical and emotional healing. It’s ours now. Our needs being met financially. It’s ours now. Every prayer answer. It’s ours now. But, for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:12, John 3:16, Galatians 5:6, 1 John 4:7-8, John 5:30, Mark 16:20, John 14:9, John 10:30, Colossians 1:12-13, Romans 8:17, Mark 16:18, John 4:34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Witnessing Church Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 19, 2018

A Witnessing Church

A. INTRODUCTION “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be my witnesses, telling people about me everywhere—in Jerusalem, throughout Judea, in Samaria, and to the ends of the earth” (Acts 1:8 , NLT). 1. After My resurrection, First Sunday, I told My ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Mark 16:13, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist