Sermons on Not A Doctrine Of Christ:

The Courageous Christ Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 15, 2008

As the light shines, the hostile opposition to it, & thus to Jesus the light bearer, grows. It was now dangerous for Jesus to appear at the Feast of Tabernacles. Despite the danger Jesus follows His appointed path but with wisdom.

JOHN 7: 1-13 [The 5th Discourse] THE COURAGEOUS CHRIST [Leviticus 23: 33ff] John chapter 7 conveys the reactions of the world to the revelation of Jesus Christ. Again and again throughout this Gospel John has emphasized the difficulty and ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Crucified With Christ

Contributed by Chris Surber on Sep 18, 2008

Ultimately salvation is about knowing God, and commitment to Christ is about dying to self.

Crucified With Christ, Philippians 1:21-30 Introduction On a dark and stormy night, a child was lost in the streets of a large city. A policeman found him crying in distress, and gathering enough from his story to locate the home, gave him directions after this manner. “Just go down this street ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30

Denomination: Christian Church

The Family In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Sep 20, 2008

The secret to a happy family is following God’s instructions.

The Family In Christ Text: Eph. 5:21-6:4 Introduction 1. We often say that a marriage is made in heaven. In essence, this is true since God gave us the institution of marriage in Genesis 2. However, whenever you insert fallen human beings into anything, even something instituted by God, you ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Walking With Christ

Contributed by Brian Lewis on Sep 25, 2008

Sermon over faith and beliefs.

Walking with Christ-What kind of faith do you have? Good Morning-thank congregation I need to ask everyone an import question. How many of you have had at least one cup of coffee this morning? Ladies I’m going to let you in on an important secret which most pastors won’t tell you, the Bible tells ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Battle In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Oct 3, 2008

We are engaged in a spiritual battle, and we must hold our ground at all costs.

The Battle In Christ Text: Eph. 6:10-20 Introduction 1. Illustration: Video clip from the movie "Gettysburg." Scene 28. Key phrase, "We’ve got to hold it!" 2. It is fitting that this text, which may be one of the richest text in all of the New Testament, occurs at the end of Paul’s letter to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Methodist

"Christ: Incarnate" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 9, 2008

Sermon 7 in a study in HEBREWS

“Therefore, since the children share in flesh and blood, He Himself likewise also partook of the same, that through death He might render powerless him who had the power of death, that is, the devil, 15 and might free those who through fear of death were subject to slavery all their lives. 16 ...read more

Denomination: Orthodox

Is He The Christ? Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 13, 2008

If Jesus’ authority to not only interpret the Sabbath but also to work on the Sabbath indeed comes from God, then Jesus is making a messianic claim. This claim opens the way to questions concerning His origins—divine origins. Is He the Christ?

JOHN 7: 25-36 IS HE THE CHRIST? The force of Jesus’ argument with the authorities seems to impress many in the audience who are either residents of the city or pilgrims in Jerusalem for the Feast of Tabernacles. Thus a shift in subject springs from Jesus’ last answer. If Jesus’ authority to ...read more

Scripture: John 7:24-36

Denomination: Baptist

The Love Of Christ Series

Contributed by Jerry Hillyer Ii on May 13, 2008

Part 7 in a 10 part series from Colossians. This sermon deals with our progress in holiness.

THE SUPREMACY OF CHRIST COLOSSIANS 3:12-17: THE LOVE OF CHRIST SERMON #7: MAY 11, 2008 JERRY L. HILLYER, II Introduction 12Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. 13Bear with each other and forgive ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dwelling In Christ

Contributed by Chris Horne on May 26, 2008

Being in Christ is more than being saved. It is consistanly walking, living and dwelling in the light of Christ.

I want to talk about what it is to be "In Christ" tonight... What does the Bible means when they use the term “In Christ”? The Bible uses this term over 50 times in the New Testament. And if you actually study the phrase out you will find that “In Christ” is an actual place. The Bible talks about ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Peace In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on May 30, 2008

Apart from Christ, there can be no peace.

Peace In Christ Text: Eph. 2:11-22 Introduction 1. There are a lot of differing opinions as to what brings peace. 2. Illustration: One man said, "My therapist told me the way to achieve true inner peace is to finish what I start. So far today, I have finished 2 bags of chips and a chocolate ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Methodist

Be Like Christ Series

Contributed by Brian Stevenson on Jun 5, 2008

In order to have humility, you must be like Christ.

Introduction: How many of you remember the Gatorade ad campaign from 1992? C’mon, that was only 16 years ago! Let me give you a hint: It featured the basketball player Michael Jordan. Let me give you another hint: It had a catchy tune called “Be Like Mike”. I would like to share with you that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Vineyard

Christ Connection

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Jun 22, 2008

KEEPING OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH CHRIST!!!

CHRIST CONNECTION INTRO: SAMSON AND DELILAH 1: JUDGES 16:4-31 A) STORY OF SAMSON A JUDGE OF ISRAEL B) STRONG MAN OF THE BIBLE C) THE MIGHTY WARRIOR D) A HERO OF THE FAITH HEB 11:32 E) A MAN WHO BECOMES PRISONER DUE TO HIS OWN PASSION. POINT: A LOOK AT HOW SAMSON THE STRONGEST MAN IN THE ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:4-31

Denomination: Other

Christ's Ambassadors

Contributed by Paul Zwarich on Jun 24, 2008

When Christ’s Disciples reach out to the less fortunate with a hand of compassion they are in fact reaching out to Him.

Lectionary 13 A Matthew 10:40-42 This morning our gospel text concludes the discourse that Jesus gave to His disciples when He commissioned them to continue the ministry that He had begun with the lost sheep of the house of Israel. Two weeks ago the Gospel of Matthew informed us that after the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42

Denomination: Lutheran

A Resolution To Christ

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 25, 2008

A New Year’s Sermon

A RESOLUTION TO CHRIST 2 Corinthians 7:1 INTRO: We are approaching a New Year in our lives. As we approach this new year, we need to take stock of the past year and review our service to God. After doing that, we need to make some resolutions for the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Body Of Christ

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 28, 2008

We, as a church, are the body of Christ. Are we functioning as we should?

THE BODY OF CHRIST 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 INTRO: The producers of our church literature are always anxious to receive evaluations of their product by those using them. Some is good, some bad. One comment was: "Why all this talk about the Body of Christ in our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Baptist