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Who Is Jesus (John 8)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 30, 2025

Who did Jesus say He is? Let's look at John 8.

Did Jesus confront religious leaders or simply keep quiet? Who do we believe He is? Let’s look at John 8. What happened when a woman caught in adultery was presented to Jesus? Where was the man? but Jesus walked out to the Mount of Olives. Then early the next morning he went to the temple. The ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Benefits Of The Ascension Of Jesus

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on May 8, 2025

When Jesus ascended into Heaven, it marks a new beginning of His ministry on earth. Jesus would once again be seated in His position of Authority, enthroned with all his former glory. The Holy Spirit would empower the Apostles to be Jesus' witnesses to the world

Sermon -The Benefits of the Ascension of Jesus Scripture - Acts 1:6-11 “Then they gathered around him and asked him, “Lord, are you at this time going to restore the kingdom to Israel?” He said to them: “It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority. But you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:6-11, John 16:7

Denomination: Methodist

Giving PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Explore the biblical concept of giving, emphasizing that God blesses us not to increase our standard of living, but to enhance our standard of giving.

Good morning, Church Family! Today, we are diving into the rich and profound message of giving as illustrated in the book of Exodus. This theme is beautifully captured in the words of Randy Alcorn, "God prospers us not to raise our standard of living, but to raise our standard of giving." Let that ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 35:20-29

Topics: Give, Freely

Questioning God: Between Pain & Purpose PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the intersection of faith and suffering, emphasizing that even in times of pain and doubt, we can trust in God's wisdom, find comfort in His presence, and discover purpose in our suffering.

Good morning church family. Today, we're diving into some deep waters together. We're going to tackle the tough issues of pain, doubt, and suffering in our lives and how they intersect with our faith in God. It can be hard to understand how a loving God can allow us to go through such tough times. ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19, Psalm 34:18-19

Topics: Upset With God, God's Judgement

United We Stand, Divided We Fall PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 11, 2023

To emphasize the importance and blessings of unity and fellowship among believers, and the dangers of division.

Good morning, family. Today, let's open our hearts and minds to God's Word from Psalm 133, a beautiful psalm of unity and brotherhood. It's a short psalm, but packed with wisdom and truth. Opening Scripture Reading – "Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity! ...read more

Topics: Unity, Strength

Parables Of Judgment (Matthew 25)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 5, 2024

In light of the Olivet Prophecy, what did Jesus have to say about the judgment? Let's look in Matthew 25.

In light of the Olivet prophecy, the three parables of virgins, talents, and sheep and goats are very relevant. Let’s examine these important lessons in Matthew 25. Bridesmaids Were the ten virgins bridesmaids? Then the kingdom of heaven will be comparable to ten virgins, who took their lamps ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Connected?

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

Are you connected to Jesus? Perhaps you realize that you’re disconnected, far from him. You need to be plugged in, grafted on. Look at the cross, and discover his great love for you, to lay down his life for you.

Opening illustration: Use an electric appliance to show how its connectivity to power, keeps it working well. Introduction: Jesus had just washed the feet of his disciples, led them through a final meal, instituted the Lord's Supper, and now walked with them to the Garden of Gethsemane, where ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pray Boldly Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 18, 2024

Pray with... (Material adapted from Bob Hostetler's book, Red Letter Prayer Life; chapter 18 of the same title)

HoHum: My 2 inside dogs are always begging. “I want some of that,” even though when they get it they don’t want it (Like fruit). Even so they still keep asking. Children also ask quickly and boldly. They ask without reservation, without any fear that they will be denied. Might have to tell ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-14, Mark 11:20-25, John 14:12-13, 2 Kings 13:14-21, Matthew 18:19-20, 2 Chronicles 20:1-4, 2 Chronicles 20:13-19, Matthew 7:7-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Humble Love Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon explores Jesus's act of humble love in sacrificing his life for humanity, and encourages believers to emulate this humility and selflessness in their own lives.

Welcome, church! I am excited to be back with you all once again this week, as we continue in our movement toward Easter with the series we started last Sunday called Passion. Remember, while Jesus was hanging on the cross, it wasn’t the nails that kept Him there. It wasn’t the threat of the Roman ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11, John 15:9-13

Topics: Humble Love, Jesus' Sacrifice, Servant Leadership

Sermon Series: Passion

Praying For Your Child Series

Contributed by Robert Barnett on Dec 17, 2001

This highlights the need for dependence on God in prayer and how to do it.

¡§PRAYING FOR YOUR CHILDREN¡¨ Luke 18:1 ¡§Now He was telling them a parable to show that at all times they ought to pray and not to lose heart¡K¡¨ What is your plan for succeeding as a parent?¡K as a family? First of all, I hope you have one¡K a plan that includes biblical goals for your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1, Psalm 50:15

Denomination: *other

The Stones Will Cry Out Series

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 22, 2002

Easter Reflection series: How Palm Sunday informs us of our response to God and to the world

The Stones Will Cry Out Easter Reflection series Lk. 19:28-40 What a celebration! Crowds were excited! Jesus was thrilled to see the response of worship. But some party-poopers were there (v.39). I love Jesus¡¦ response, don¡¦t u just love it. Let them celebrate, don¡¦t¡¦ shush them. If they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Christian = Plain Brown Wrapper

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 15, 2006

Choose your colors, just not plain brown.

Christian = Plain Brown Wrapper I preach at a local rescue mission and I used most of this message there one night. I wanted to warn them because desperate people are very vulnerable to deception in the name of Christ. I have added some verses because I want to approach the same subject but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

The End Is In Sight Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Aug 5, 2003

Jesus in the garden demonstrates his love for us and his example to us.

Back in the 1990s, CBS carried a TV series called “Early Edition.” The series was about an unassuming Chicago stock broker named Gary Hobson who one day started receiving a copy of the Chicago-Sun Times a day early. None of the events described in Gary’s early edition have happened yet, and he has ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:27-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rejected Stone Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 20, 2012

Uncovering four foundational truths about the character of God in Jesus' Parable of the Tenants and a corresponding personal lesson we can apply to our lives.

INTRODUCTION The title of this message carries a double meaning. We’re going to learn that Jesus was not only the rejected SON; He was also the rejected STONE. A guy who was crossing the street to visit his neighbor. As he started to cross the street, a car was bearing down on him, so he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46

Denomination: Baptist

Two Witnesses And The Last Trumpet Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 6, 2018

Message 20 in our exposition of Revelation. This message continues exploration of the two witnesses.

The Revelation of Jesus Christ “Two Witnesses and the last Trumpet” Rev 11 Review I. PROLOGUE 1:1-20 (Things you have seen) II. Messages to the Seven churches 2-3 (Things with are) III. Last Days 4-22 (Things which are about to take place) A. Heavenly worship around the throne 4-5 B. The ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance