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  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Announced By Heaven

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 14, 2025
     | 328 views

    When heaven announces you, no power on earth can keep you hidden. Many people strive to be recognized by men, but true and lasting recognition comes only from God.

    ANNOUNCED BY HEAVEN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 3:13-17 Key Verse: “And lo a voice from heaven, saying, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.” (Matthew 3:17, KJV) Supporting Texts: Luke 4:14-15, Psalm 75:6-7, 1 Samuel 16:1-13, Isaiah 60:1-3, Acts ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    ‘a River, A Dove & A Voice’

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 24, 2024
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    'A River, A Dove & A Voice.' - Matthew chapter 3 verses 13-17 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    SERMON OUTLINE: • (1). Jesus and John (vs 13-15): • (2). Jesus and the Baptism (vs 16-17) • (3). Jesus and the Father (vs 17). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Saturday night TV has always been a big hitter in the TV ratings war! • To find that hit show and dominate the airways is key. • Over the years we ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

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    John The Baptist And The King's Arrival (Matthew 3:1-17)

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Nov 5, 2024
     | 834 views

    John the Baptist was God's chosen instrument to announce the arrival of the Promised Messiah.

    Matthew 3:1-6: Thirty years have passed between the events described in Chapter 2. Matthew continues the story of Jesus with the arrival of John the Baptist in the wilderness of Judea. His message centered upon the need for all people to repent and prepare their hearts for the arrival of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Trinity- Triune God

    Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Aug 7, 2024
    based on 2 ratings
     | 1,232 views

    In contrast to the polytheism of the heathen world with its many gods and idols, the Christian faith centers in one God. This God, however, is revealed to be a Trinity, including the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.

    Though, the word “Trinity” is not found in the Bible, yet scholars, Church history and traditions have validated it over the past 2,000 years along with many other theological concepts not found explicitly in the Bible. There are passages of scriptures found in the Bible that have hints of a ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    "well Pleased"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 5, 2026
    based on 2 ratings
     | 745 views

    If we can really believe that God loves us anything is possible.

    Matthew 3:13-17 “Well Pleased” In a story in the Upper Room Devotional a number of years ago a woman from Ohio named Lois Wilson wrote: “On the first day of each community college art class I taught, I would ask the students to write a brief answer to the question: “Who are you?” Later, I was ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    What Did The Baptism Of Jesus Mean And Do?

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 7, 2026
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    Peter Chrysologus wrote “Today Christ enters the Jordan to wash away the sins of the world. John himself testifies that this is why He has come.”

    Feast of the Baptism of Jesus 2026 In this account from St. Matthew’s Gospel, John the Baptist is getting into what looks like an argument with his cousin, Jesus. “Why are you coming to me for baptism? I should be asking you to baptize me!” St. Luke records that when John’s mother and the Blessed ...read more

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    "who Is In The Water?"

    Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jan 8, 2026
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    The baptism of Jesus. Mark Twain said: there are two important days in your life. 1. The day you were born 2. The day you discovered your purpose. Jesus discovered his purpose on the day of his baptism.

    In Jesus Holy Name January 12, 2025 Luke 3:21-22 “Who is in the Water” Who is in the water? Is just a carpenter from Nazareth who has joined the local farmers and merchants who have come to the Jordan? Or is He the Messiah who in baptism identifies with all of humanity taking on ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Antonio Manaytay avatar

    Before He Changed The World, Jesus Entered The Water

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Jan 9, 2026
     | 229 views

    Before His public ministry began, Jesus stepped into the Jordan. This sermon explores how humility, obedience, and identity come before world-changing power.

    Beloved brothers and sisters, We live in a world obsessed with results—impact, success, influence, and power. We admire those who change history, who move nations, who leave their mark on the world. Yet when we look at Jesus—the One who changed the course of human history—we discover something ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    The Baptism Of Jesus

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jan 10, 2026
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    1. A public declaration that Jesus is dedicating his life to following God 2. It was the announcement of then beginning of Jesus public three and a half year earthly ministry 3.It is an example for us to follow to commit ourselves to do God’s will in our lives.

    SW 11-01-2026 This morning’s Gospel reading is all about the Baptism of Jesus. This is one of the events that all three of the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark and Luke) describe and so was obviously an event that the Early Church saw as of great importance. St. Mark’s Gospel gives us the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    "When The Beloved Steps Into The Water”

    Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Jan 11, 2026
     | 237 views

    Beloved, on Baptism of the Lord Sunday, the church turns its eyes toward a river in the wilderness, where Jesus — Son of God, Word made flesh

    SERMON TITLE: “WHEN THE BELOVED STEPS INTO THE WATER” Matthew 3:13–17 • Baptism of the Lord Sunday “Wade in the Water” as Our Hermeneutic of Liberation INTRODUCTION Beloved, on Baptism of the Lord Sunday, the church turns its eyes toward a river in the wilderness, where Jesus — Son of God, Word ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    It All Comes Down To Baptism

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jan 11, 2026
     | 104 views

    A sermon for The Baptism of Our Lord, Year A

    January 11, 2026 Rev. Mary Erickson University Lutheran Church Isaiah 42:1-9; Matthew 3:13-17 It All Comes Down to Baptism Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. John sensed that something wasn’t right. He was conducting his ministry ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    The Baptism Of Jesus Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023
    based on 4 ratings
     | 936 views

    God's ways are often counterintuitive to our human understanding, but when we trust and partner with Him, we can experience His power and presence in our lives.

    Hey everyone! Today, we're going to talk about something that might seem a bit strange at first, but stick with me, okay? We're going to look at how God's ways are often counterintuitive, which means they might not make sense to us at first. But trust me, there's a reason for it all. But first, ...read more

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    Why Did They Go PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 593 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' baptism, the wisemen's search for God, and how these spiritual quests shape our understanding of faith and our place in God's narrative.

    Good morning, dear family of God, gathered here today in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. What a blessing it is to see each of your faces, shining with the light of His love and grace. It's a joy to be in fellowship with you, as we open our hearts and minds to the Word of God, seeking ...read more

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    Easter PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 16, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,884 views

    This sermon explores Jesus' sacrifice for our sins, the salvation it offers, and the reconciliation it secures between God and mankind.

    Good morning, beloved family. It is with great joy and a heart full of gratitude that I stand before you today, ready to share the word of God. We gather here, not as mere attendees, but as a community of believers, bound by a love that surpasses all understanding, a love that was demonstrated on ...read more

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    Why Was Jesus Baptized? PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 25, 2024
    based on 3 ratings
     | 908 views

    This sermon explores the significance of Jesus' baptism, marking the transition from John the Baptist's ministry to Jesus', and the manifestation of the Holy Trinity.

    Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering where we come together in unity, faith, and love to drink from the eternal wellspring of God's Word. We are here, not because of any merit of our own, but by God's grace, His unending love, and His call to us, His children. We stand on the precipice ...read more

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