Sermons on Model Christ:

The Cross Of Commitment... The Paradox Of Following Christ Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 25, 2012

Those who love their life in this world will lose it. Those who despise their life in this world will keep it for eternal life.

Title: The Cross of Commitment… the Paradox of Following Christ. Text: John 12:20-33 Thesis: Those who love their life in this world will lose it. Those who despise their life in this world will keep it for eternal life. Introduction It is always an interesting question: If you could ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Clear Call To A Complete Committal To Christ

Contributed by John White on Nov 23, 2006

In a day of easy believism and when it seems so easy for some to profess to be committed Christians, Paul calls us to a complete and unreserved committment to Christ..

A CLEAR CALL FOR A COMPLETE COMMITTAL TO CHRIST "I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

We Are Partners With Christ, Through Christ (1 Corinthians 1:1-9) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 22, 2022

God dedicated us to himself, and to his service, in Christ. We are not our own.

I had every intention this week of starting a new series on the Holy Spirit. And I can't do it. I open up Microsoft Word, and get my music going, and I sit in front of my monitor. And I have nothing. I have this outline I was going to follow. I had a plan. And I can't follow it. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Me "in Christ" And "christ In" Me

Contributed by William Akehurst on Nov 13, 2023

To be truly saved, you must be "IN" CHRIST, and the only way to be "IN" CHRIST, is for CHRIST to be IN YOU.

2023.11.12.Sermon Notes. IN CHRIST William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: To be truly saved, you must be IN CHRIST, and the only way to be IN CHRIST, is for CHRIST to be IN YOU. SCRIPTURES: 2 Corinthians 13:5 (Key Verse) Ephesians 2:1-10, Galatians 3:26-28, 2 Corinthians 13:5, Romans 8:10, 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5, Ephesians 2:1-10, Galatians 3:26-28, Romans 8:10, 2 Corinthians 4:6-7, Galatians 1:15-16, Galatians 2:20, Galatians 4:19, Ephesians 3:17, Colossians 1:27, 2 Thessalonians 1:10, Ephesians 3:14-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Christ’s Fulfillment Means For You - Matthew 5:17-18 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 27, 2024

How do you know what parts of the Old Testament law apply to you today? Why do we still obey the law prohibiting adultery but not the laws concerning stoning certain people to death?

Matthew 5:17 "Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. 18 I tell you the truth, until heaven and earth disappear, not the smallest letter, not the least stroke of a pen, will by any means disappear from the Law until ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-18

Babel And Bubbles, Babies And Beginnings

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Oct 6, 2002

God gives confusion when we act out of pride; but He wants in His church to reconcile all of us to one another, and does so through the model of the Christ of the cross.

I am becoming an expert in baby talk. Thanks to two young granddaughters, I am learning all over again the special language of infants. What their tiny mouths utter is not nonsense. They have their own language. Just because I have become accustomed to the language of the adult world – ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9, Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

#56 Lavish Love Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Nov 7, 2021

Just before the Passion of Christ, Mark tells us a story of extravagant love shown to Jesus by Mary who models for us the kind of love we should show to our Savior.

#56 Lavish Love Series: Mark Chuck Sligh November 7, 2021 NOTE: The conclusion of this message was adapted from David Dykes’ sermon on the same text on SermonCentral.com. It’s worth reading his whole sermon. TEXT: Mark 14:1-11 – “After two days was the feast of the passover, and of unleavened ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

4 Things A Church In Revival Will Have

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 8, 2012

The Book of Acts gives the model of what an on-fire N.T. church should look like. Philip's revival at Samaria has four distinct signs of what should drive and characterize an awakening. If you want revival, then have a look at the real deal!

4 THINGS A CHURCH IN REVIVAL WILL HAVE Acts 8:5-20 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Having the Right Perspective 1. I heard recently about a lady (I won't speculate as to what color her hair was) who went into a Napa auto parts store. She asked for a seven-ten cap. 2. The employees all looked at each other ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:5-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Do We Restore Those Who Stumble? Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jun 4, 2010

God models the grace we are to give to one another in his restoration of Peter.

Scripture Introduction The church has men in her pulpits who like to hear themselves talk and members who do good works to be applauded. People give money to purchase God’s favor and friendship. Some make a show of religion because they hope friends will notice. Some announce their beliefs quite ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Join A Small Group? Series

Contributed by Stephen Brown on Jan 19, 2016

Is it REALLY necessary? Why should I? The best answer? Jesus modeled it for us!

The military has an organizational chain of command. For instance, an Army has more than 50,000 soldiers that is made up of 2 or more corps. A corp has 20-45,000 soldiers that is made up of 2-5 divisions. A division is 10-15,000 soldiers that is made up of 3 brigades. A brigade has 3-5,000 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Get Stoned With Stephen

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 11, 2004

Stephen is a model saint for us to follow and look up to on this Saints Triumphant Sunday.

November 14, 2004 Acts 7:52-60 Was there ever a prophet your fathers did not persecute? They even killed those who predicted the coming of the Righteous One. And now you have betrayed and murdered him— you who have received the law that was put into effect through angels but have not obeyed ...read more

Scripture: Acts 7:52-60

Denomination: Lutheran

Good News And Good Deeds Make Good Sense Series

Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 20, 2008

Jesus modeled and taught an evangelistic strategy of combining the Great Commandment with the Great Commission.

In his book, Building a Contagious Church, Mark Mittleberg asks us to join him in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. As you walk up to the large arena, you see a mass of young people in line for a concert. The headline act is shock-rockeer Marilyn Manson (named after Marilyn Monroe and mass ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

State Of The Church 2002--Bethany

Contributed by Don Hawks on Feb 28, 2002

Using the churches in Revelation as a model an outline is given of the church’ accomplishments and needs for growth.

Proverbs 29:18a KJV Where there is no vision, the people perish. READ WITH ME Bethany’s Vision Statement We are dedicated to promoting Christ-like love, deepening the Christian faith, and developing harmony among all people through our presence, our programs, and our commitment. To accomplish ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:7, Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Methodist

Characteristics Of A Missional Church

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Nov 13, 2006

The early church described in Acts 2 is a model for churches today. It was a Missional Church.

Characterists of a Missional Church Acts 2:41-47 What has been your experience in attending church? Has your experience been pleasant and exciting or boring and frustrating? My first memory of church was the small church located across the street from our house in Gypsum, Kansas. On Sunday ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Free Methodist

Facing Impossible Task, Big Shoes To Fill

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 16, 2014

We are walking through some very heavy valleys. The rip tides are dangerous. God will help us to accomplish His plan, we must trust and walk by faith.

I CAN'T DO THIS? BIG SHOES TO FILL? THIS IS AN IMPOSSIBLE JOB... I CAN'T By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com In the ocean, along the coast lines that are TERRIBLE CURRENTS called RIP-TIDES. Others call these "SNEAKER WAVES." These waves are dangerous because you can not always see them. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God