Sermons on Nicodemus Meets Jesus:

Getting To Know Jesus

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 14, 2007

This message discusses what it means to really know Jesus, and seven ways to get to know Him more.

Around 1915, Mohandas Gandhi set a goal for himself… political freedom for his native India. And over the next three decades he led his people in their quest for freedom until it was granted to them in 1947. Albert Einstein said of Gandhi: “Generations to come will scarcely believe that such a one ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:2-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Cost Of Following Jesus

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 14, 2007

We often think of Jesus as being the Prince of Peace. So what did He mean when He said He came to bring a sword?

Let me ask you something… when you think about Jesus, what are some characteristics that come to mind? PARTICIPATION (Loving, gentle, kind, forgiving…) That’s the Jesus most of us think about. That’s the Lord and God we want to know… one who’s compassionate, caring, understanding, generous. And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:34-39

Denomination: Wesleyan

Jesus And The Chief: Courage Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Apr 16, 2007

For over 80 years Chief Illiniwek, symbol of the University of Illinois, represented Christian attributes; this is the first of six sermons that examine those attributes based on the Scriptures.

Jesus and the Chief: Courage --Mark 6:45-52 This has been a newsworthy week. On Tuesday, April 10th, it was finally announced that Larry Birkhead is the biological father of Anna Nichole Smith’s baby daughter Dannielynn. Radio-Television shock jock Don Imus’ program “Imus in the Morning” was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:45-52

Denomination: Methodist

Apostles Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Apr 26, 2007

being sent into the world to represent Jesus Christ

Intro: some ministers use the title Apostle, which gives the thought of the apostolic ministry of the early church. Even though I don’t carry this title, I fully believe every Christian carries the ministry of apostleship. Apostle means one who is sent, and every believer is sent into this world to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Placing Jesus In The Center

Contributed by Vinnie Cappetta on May 1, 2007

Jesus was placed in the center of the crowd and lauded as a King. What can we learn from this so that He can be in the center of our lives?

Placing Jesus in the CENTER of our Lives Mark 11.1-11 BACKGROUND: Jesus was making his way to Jerusalem for the Passover as a wanted man. In fact, this will be his last trip to the Holy City. On the very day that the Jews were to choose the lamb for the Passover meal, Jesus presented Himself as ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Presented At The Temple

Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 8, 2007

Tf what’s happened with his birth we also need God’s word to enlighten us, to fill out for us these events with the rich understanding of God’s plan for the world.

One of the good things about Christmas is catching up with people you haven’t seen for a while, maybe even since last year. Well, this year I’ve had lots of conversations with people who want to know what’s happening about the merger with St Michael’s. They all want to know how things are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-40

Denomination: Anglican

The Boy Jesus At The Temple

Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 14, 2007

Jesus comes as the Son of God so he must be about his Father’s business.

If you were here last week you’ll remember that we talked about two sets of words that filled out the basic historical record of Jesus birth: two sets of words that told us amazing news about this child who was born 2000 years ago. Jesus was not just a beautiful baby boy. He was the Christ, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-52, Luke 2:39-52

Denomination: Anglican

Simply Sharing Jesus

Contributed by Andy Johnson on May 15, 2007

This sermon is designed to show believer’s how easy it is to share Jesus with others

Into: Billboard Sign - (Talk about how we live in a visual society today and that people need to see images inorder to relate to things, like billboard signs) About 1980 years ago, depending when you believe Jesus was crucified, God sent His only begotten Son, Jesus, to die on the cross for our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Baptist

The "I Will's” Of Jesus

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 26, 2007

When Jesus says “I will” we may know that it will surely be done.

THE “I WILL’S” OF JESUS John 16:7 INTRO: Sometime ago one businessman said this about another one: “His word is as good as his bond.” It is fine when men can say this of you. Another businessman had as his motto the words, “I always do what I say I will do.” We cannot say this of many men for ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7

Denomination: Baptist

The First Words Of Jesus

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 26, 2007

Men of all ages have marveled at the words of Jesus.

THE FIRST WORDS OF JESUS Mark 1:21-22; John 7:45-46 INTRO: What a man says reveals what he is. Jesus said, “For out of the overflow of the heart the mouth speaks” (Matthew. 12:34). Did you ever think of the power of words? Hitler whipped Germany into a frenzy of hate by his words and thus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus In The House Of Mary

Contributed by Joao Cruz on May 28, 2007

Mary hosting Jesus

JESUS IN THE HOUSE DE MARY Introduction: MARY - HEBREW: LADY, SOVEREIGN. Filoxenia = Greek word for Friend of the foreigner. She loved a stranger in her home. Maria Jesus’ mother. She opened her heart to God and her house for His son. I. The Birth of Jesus (Mt 1:18-25) A. Maria was not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Trial Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Amy Bickel on Jun 3, 2007

Part 3 of a study of the priesthood.

This morning we are going to conclude our study entitled The Code of the Priest. This series was designed to strengthen your knowledge and understanding of God’s Word and how He interacts with His children. It is my hope that by studying the ancient customs and cultures of the Bible God’s Word ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:57-65

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Loving Heart

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jun 4, 2007

A sermon for the 2nd Sunday after Pentecost The story of the Widow at Nain

2nd Sunday after Pentecost Proper 5C Lectionary 10 C Luke 7:11-17 "Jesus’ Loving Heart" 11* Soon afterward he went to a city called Nain, and his disciples and a great crowd went with him. 12* As he drew near to the gate of the city, behold, a man who had died was being carried out, the only ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus To Our Defense

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jun 7, 2007

Face it! We are guilty of sin. But God does not leave us without One who stands in our place defending us against Satan’s accusations.

JESUS TO OUR DEFENSE ILLUSTRATION: In June 1839, a Spanish schooner left the shore of Havana, Cuba and set SAIL for Porta Prince, another part of the ISLAND. The CARGO in the BOWELS of La Amistad (the name of the BOAT, which ironically means, The Friendship) was 53 Africans KIDNAPPED from the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Is The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 7, 2007

# 25 in Series. Jesus proclaims himself to be the light of the world.

A Study of the Book of John “That You May Believe” Sermon # 25 “Jesus the Light of the World” John 8:12, 24-30 (v. 12 key verse) The Feast of the Tabernacles is the last of the seven annual feasts of Israel commanded by God, and ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-30

Denomination: Baptist