Sermons on Opposing Christ:

Rooted In Christ

Contributed by Patty Groot on Jul 14, 2025

Sermon based on John 15:1-11. This was a first sermon at a new church but could be used to encourage any time.

May I ask you something? What are you connected to right now? What gives your life meaning, direction, and strength when the days are long or the future feels uncertain? That’s not just a rhetorical question—it’s the very question Jesus answers in our passage today. Good morning. I greet you in the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-11

The Suffiency Of Christ

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 14, 2025

Paul tells us of some things about Christ that are certain.

The Sufficiency of Christ Colossians 1:15–28 1. Let’s look and see clearly Jesus Christ who He Is • He is not just a historical figure who had great influences • He is not just a moral teacher He is not just a great Prophet, Priest or King • There are a lot of uncertainties in this life ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-28

Denomination: Methodist

Christ The King

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 11, 2018

Today on Christ the King we recall that the essential character of kingship means personal allegiance to one person. To say Christ is King implies that we are subjects.

33B There’s a famous remark from a Modernist priest named Alfred Loisy: “Jesus came proclaiming the Kingdom, and what arrived was the Church.” Maybe his remark was a little like those T-shirts that say something like, “My parents went to the Grand Canyon and all I got was this lousy ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Catholic

Christ Is Risen!

Contributed by Hans Krause on Oct 19, 2018

The Easter story calls us to follow in the footsteps of the women who were the first to encounter the risen Jesus: in seeking his presence day by day, in worshiping him as our Lord and Savior, and in going out to call people in.

[Sermon preached on 1 April 2018, Easter Sunday / 3rd year, ELCF Lectionary] “Were you there when they crucified our Lord?” It is a rhetorical question. Of course, we were not there when they crucified our Lord. The drama that we watched at the beginning of the service gives us some idea of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Lutheran

The Invitations Of Christ

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Mar 28, 2019

Why we need Christ in our life every day.

THE INVITATIONS OF CHRIST Titus 2:13 Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of the great God and our Saviour Jesus Christ; 1 John 2:1 My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:13

Denomination: Baptist

Are You In Christ? Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Apr 6, 2019

To establish that in Christ: all have become a new creature; old things are passed away, all things are become new. This new position in Christ; and character, is only possible through ones obedience to the faith or the gospel of Christ. This lesson describes the process of becoming a new creature.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. In Christ: All are Become New Creatures 2. In Christ: Old Things are Passed Away 3. In Christ: All Things are Become New Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the theme: “Are you in Christ?” This is one of the most important questions one might be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Isaiah 43:18-19, Romans 1:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mind Of Christ Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 3, 2019

Paul talks about two themes as Like-mindedness and lowly-mindedness in Philippians 2 to describe the humility of Christ or the mind of Christ. Paul demands affection beyond apprehension.

Theme: “Mind of Christ” Text: Philippians 2:1-11 Introduction: This chapter has two themes as Like-mindedness and lowly-mindedness. Paul demands affection beyond apprehension. This passage has the eschatological Hymnal. Kummel says this is the “Kerygma of Christ”. Bruce says this passage is the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Alike Christ Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 3, 2019

What is the expectation of God from his followers. He calls them as adopted children. Simply Paul Says to be confirmed to the ‘Son of God’ in our attitude, in our mind, in our emotions and actions.

Text: Romans 8:28-30 Theme “Be confirmed to the image of His Son”. Introduction: What is the expectation of God from his followers. He calls them as adopted children. Simply Paul Says to be confirmed to the ‘Son of God’ in our attitude, in our mind, in our emotions and actions. Attitude: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-30

Denomination: Methodist

The Uncomfortable Christ

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Aug 11, 2025

What kind of fire is Jesus talking about? Is this the fire of judgment? The fire of hell? The fire of destruction? I don't believe so. This is the fire of purification, the fire of truth, the fire that burns away what is false so that what is true can shine forth.

OPENING Good morning, church family. I want to begin today with a story that might help us understand something profound about the nature of Christ's ministry. Last summer, I had the opportunity to speak with a forest ranger in Colorado. As we drove through a section of the national forest, I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-56

Denomination: Methodist

Remain In Christ

Contributed by John Herrmann on Oct 25, 2002

With things changing about us faster than we can imagine, we can remain the same --- strong and steady in Christ.

Remain In Christ John 8:31-36 In our elementary school chapel service last Sunday, I noted how attentive all the kids were when the object for the children’s message was a pumpkin. There is something about pumpkins that grabs our attention and keeps it. My wife suggests it’s because it only ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Remembering Christ

Contributed by Matt Black on Oct 27, 2002

Why do we forget Christ so easily? Meditation on the Lord’s table.

Remembering Christ Living Hope Baptist Church, 03 February 2002 Matt Black 1 Corinthians 11:24 “ . . .this do in remembrance of me.” Introduction: Please open your Bibles to I Corinthians 11:24. This passage concerns the Lord’s Supper, but I just want to focus on the Lord’s purpose in this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Christ: Firstfruits"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 17, 2002

The harvest is already begun

For the past several decades, the study of ‘last things’ ~ the last days ~ has gotten a much sharper focus than it seems to have had in past decades and even centuries. There have been specific times in history when Christian circles have looked more closely at Biblical prophecies concerning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:20-23

Denomination: Orthodox

The Kingship Of Christ

Contributed by Robert Tomas on Apr 23, 2002

A reflection on the three crosses of Calvary in relation to the Kingship of Christ.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2001 WORSHIP SERVICE SCRIPTURES ·First Reading 2 Sam. 5:1- ·Psalm 122:1-5 ·Second Reading Col. 1:12-20 ·Gospel Lk. 23:35-43 REFLECTION Long ago, a preacher shared with his congregation the urgency of repentance. To his passionate plea, one of the members replied, “Remember the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:35-43

Denomination: Catholic

Growing In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 26, 2002

If we are going to grow in Christ we must move toward Him.

GROWING IN CHRIST Text: Col. 1:9-14 Introduction A. Read Col. 1:9-14 B. Illustration: One of the most comforting things that you can say to anyone is “I am praying for you.” C. Last week we look at the fact that Paul was praying for the believers in Colosse. This week we will look at what Paul ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Methodist

Conversant With Christ Series

Contributed by Chris Stephens on May 2, 2002

Comparing the lives of Saul and Samuel we discover that the golden carrot of listening to God is the assurance of good decision making

Conversant with Christ 1 Samuel December 9, 2001 This past Thanksgiving I had occasion to meet a man who had won a monetary settlement of about $400,000. After he was awarded the money he made some interesting decisions. He quit work and began throwing money around as if he had inherited the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:5-14, 1 Samuel 12:1-5

Denomination: Baptist