Sermons on Messianic Judaism:

What Are Your Expectations Of The Messiah?

Contributed by Philip Gill on Feb 10, 2003

If John the Baptist had to make sure Jesus was the Messiah it may well have been because there were several examples upon which the expected messiah could be modelled. What are our expectations of the Messiah?

When John heard in prison what the Messiah was doing, he sent word by his disciples and said to him, "Are you the one who is to come, or are we to wait for another?" Jesus answered them, "Go and tell John what you hear and see: the blind receive their sight, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-5

Denomination: Anglican

It's All In The Teaching Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on May 5, 2004

Third of 5 on the Jesus Controversy. On the last and most important day of the feast Jesus stood up and said in a loud voice, “Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink.

5/2/04 – It’s All in the Teaching Slide #1 The Feast of Shelters Slide #2 During the 8 days of feasting there a daily rituals, processions, and ceremonies – all done with great presence and grand pageantry. The past is remembered and a grand future becomes the hope of all of the ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

History Repeats Itself Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 15, 2017

We can anticipate knowing people who once claimed to follow Jesus but then later decided to disavow Him. How do we account for this?

History Repeats Itself (Hebrews 6:4-12 with Numbers 13-14) 1. Many people today are walking away from the Lord. How do we account for this? Many compliant but unconverted. Some may come to Christ later. 2. Many of those are not denying that Jesus is the Son of God; they just don’t care. 3. Some ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:4-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Vegetarian

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 29, 2019

A study in the book of Romans 14: 1 – 23

Romans 14: 1 – 23 The Vegetarian 1 Receive one who is weak in the faith, but not to disputes over doubtful things. 2 For one believes he may eat all things, but he who is weak eats only vegetables. 3 Let not him who eats despise him who does not eat and let not him who does not eat judge him who ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:2

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Road Less Traveled Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 27, 2009

Although evangelism can be a group event, sharing the Gospel with one person at a time is as ancient as the early church.

The Road Less Traveled (Acts 8:26-40) The History of Judaism in Ethiopia is fascinating, but uncertain. Ethiopia is different from every other country in Africa. Ethiopian Jews, Beta Israel, aka Falasha Jews, lived in Ethiopia for centuries. Where did they come from? Nearly 85% of the Ethiopian ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Church Established Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 11, 2017

The genuine mission to the Gentiles begins, and Antioch in Syria becomes the center for the developing church, leaving Jerusalem behind with a narrow view of evangelism. For the first time the church actively proselytized Gentiles.

May 13, 2014 Commentary on the Acts of the Apostles By: Tom Lowe Lesson: III.E.1: The Church established (11:19-21) Scripture (Acts 11:19-21; KJV) 19 Now they which ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Evidence Demands A Verdict

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Apr 1, 2007

In our eagerness to embrace the risen Christ on Easter we need to remember that we can’t sneak around Calvary to get to the resurrection.

Additional texts: Isaiah (52:13-53:12); Psalm 22:1-21; Philippians (2:5-11) In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) Today is really a ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Easter 2016: Not My Will But Thine Be Done

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 26, 2016

This message focuses on Jesus' obedience to the Father and the impact that He has had through His obedience on most of the world's major religions.

Easter 2016 Not My Will But Thine Be Done Scriptures: Matt. 26:39; John 10:10; 17-18; 14:6; 19:30; Luke 19:10; 23:35-43; 2 Peter 2:4; 3:9 Introduction The title of my message this morning is “Not My Will But Thine Be Done!” On the night that He was arrested, Jesus went to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Parable Of The New Cloth And New Wine Series

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Nov 17, 2019

Traditions and the word of God. Can traditions justify us before God.

The parable of the new cloth and new wine Matthew 9:14-17; Mark 2:18-22; Luke 5:33-39 A tradition is a long-established custom or belief passed on from one generation to another (Oxford). Because of that, many traditions are good and necessary. Paul speaks several times of some traditions in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:14-17, Luke 5:33-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

His Love Endures Forever Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 18, 2012

Psalm 118 is a powerful song of Praise. But behind this psalm of praise is a great deal of pain. What was the pain that led David to write this hymn to God, and what can we learn from David’s pain that make our song as powerful as his?

(We opened by playing Chris Tomlin’s “Forever” song found at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DjrAeWCOg6Q&feature=fvwrel. Immediately after the song, I read Psalm 118 in its entirety, and prayed.) APPLY: The Psalm we’ve read today has inspired numerous hymns and contemporary songs. · One ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus’ Shrewd Side Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 4, 2016

Part of being Christ-like is knowing when and how to be shrewd.

Jesus’ Shrewd Side (Mark 11:27-12:13) 1. A lady lost her handbag in the bustle of Christmas shopping. It was found by an honest little boy and returned to her. Looking in her purse, she commented, "That's funny. When I lost my bag there was only a $100 bill in it. Now there are five $20 ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Responding To A Christmas Miracle

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 4, 2022

During this sermon, please listen to how Zachariah and Mary responded to the angel Gabriel and ask yourself, how should I respond to Christ’s birth so that I might honor Him rightly on His birthday?

Responding to a Christmas Miracle Luke 1:26-38 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 It is almost Christmas time again! While I am not a big fan of insane traffic and shopping in overcrowded malls, how I love to visit family and friends and gorge on some of the best cooking ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

Image And Perception: A Reading From Mark 7:31-37

Contributed by Thomas Samuel on Dec 22, 2006

The communicated images need both hearing and speaking aid in order to translate the composition of image and perception from one to the other.

The world was shocked by the assassination of Mr. Lakshman Kadirgamar, the Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka. The media carried the news of Mr. Kadirgamar as “a hero of our times, who waged a relentless struggle against terrorism in all its forms, despite continues threats to his life; a national ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:31-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The New Israel

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 16, 2012

A sermon on the church as the New Israel (Material adapted from Dr. Jack Cottrell's book, The Faith Once For All, chapter 23, The Church: Its Nature)

HoHum: My neighbor has a sign that says “We Stand With Israel”. I do stand with Israel, the new Israel. I believe that the modern day nation of Israel has a right to exist. However, many denominations put emphasis upon rallying politicians to Israel. More effort in evangelizing the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Wonderful Surprises

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Apr 13, 2016

In Acts 11:1-18; Luke reminds us 1. Our God loves to surprise His People 2. Our God is passionately bringing about His Kingdom of Heaven here on earth 3. Our God is cleansing, tranforming and guiding His People through His Holy Spirit

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18; Psalms 148 and John 13:31-35 Title: God's Wonderful Surprises Proposition and Theme: In Acts 11:1-18; Luke reminds us 1. Our God loves to surprise His People 2. Our God is passionately bringing about His Kingdom of Heaven here on earth 3. Our God is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Nazarene