Sermons on Peter James And John:

There Is More To The Baptism Of Jesus Than You Think.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 19, 2020

The baptism of Jesus is way more important than you may first think. There are so many aspects to it, that they need to be considered separately.

This sermon was delivered Gordon McCulloch to the congregation at Holy Trinity in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 12th January 2020; Holy Trinity is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. Isaiah 42:1-9 Acts 10:34-43 Matthew 3:13-17 Psalm 29 “Please join me in a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13, Mark 1:4

Denomination: Episcopal

Offended By Jesus

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 7, 2022

Are we offended by the real Jesus?

Was John the Baptist offended by Jesus? If He walked the earth today would we be offended by Him? Let’s examine the real Jesus and being offended at Jesus in Matthew 11:2-11. Are You the One? And when John had heard in prison about the works of Christ, he sent two of his disciples and said to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Baptist

Finicky Faith Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Apr 28, 2025

John, while in prison, sent representatives to Jesus to ascertain whether or not he is the one - Jesus provided proof and then affirmed John’s ministry, sinners repented, Pharisees rejected/scoffed, Jesus confronted the finicky faith of the generation

During World War II, a congregation in London faced bombings nightly. In the midst of fear, their pastor encouraged them to gather for prayer. One night, after a particularly intense bombing, he found a soldier praying with fervor. When asked why he prayed amidst such chaos, the soldier replied, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-35

Denomination: Baptist

Are We Our Brothers’ Keepers?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on May 25, 2025

Jesus at the cross introduced his mother to John, from that we can infer that we are our brothers’ keepers.

John 19: 25-27 Standing close to Jesus’ cross were his mother, his mother’s sister, Mary the wife of Clopas and Mary Magdalene. Jesus saw his mother and the disciple he loved standing there; so, he said to his mother, “He is your son.” Then he said to the disciple, “She is your mother.” From that ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-27

Denomination: Episcopal

It's Christmas

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 8, 2017

A reminder of how to live our lives during the Christmas season.

The War on Christmas December 10, 2017 Luke 3:1-6 About 10 years ago there was a phrase which was popular. It didn’t last long, but it seems like every Christmas season those who are Christ followers feel like we’re in a battle. There was a popular book called The War on Christmas: How the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Writing Straight With Crooked Lines Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 9, 2017

In the midst of the Reformation, God weaves a tapestry of faith in the lives of weak human beings.

Thursday of the 2nd Week in Advent 2017 Reformation/Revolution When external situations are the bleakest, God acts to fulfill His promises to His people–first in the history of the Jews, and now in the age of the Church. The second and third parts of Isaiah were probably written by his followers ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 41:13-20

Denomination: Catholic

Following Christ In A World Of Opposition

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Sep 15, 2024

We live in a world that often challenges our faith. As Christians, we are called to be the light in the midst of darkness

Brothers and sisters, we live in a world that often challenges our faith. As Christians, we are called to be the light in the midst of darkness, but the reality is that darkness does not always welcome the light. This is nothing new—Jesus Himself warned us about it in John 15:18. He said, "If ...read more

Scripture: John 15:18

Denomination: Anglican

‘a River, A Dove & A Voice’

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 24, 2024

'A River, A Dove & A Voice.' - Matthew chapter 3 verses 13-17 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • (1). Jesus and John (vs 13-15): • (2). Jesus and the Baptism (vs 16-17) • (3). Jesus and the Father (vs 17). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Saturday night TV has always been a big hitter in the TV ratings war! • To find that hit show and dominate the airways is key. • Over the years we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Brethren

Second Sunday Of Advent, Year C: A Straight, Immovable Section.

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 17, 2024

That dangerous S-curve was removed in 1981 and replaced by a straight, immovable section.

A man named John Hakel says his three-year-old daughter looked at a calendar and asked him, "Daddy, how many BE GOOD days until Christmas?"1 On the Second Sunday of Advent, we meet John the Baptist in the Desert: Luke 3:2: “the word of God came to John the son of Zechariah in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

God's Perfect Plan And Timing Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Dec 9, 2024

The angel Gabriel's visit to Zechariah reveals significant truths about God's sovereignty.

Do you believe in chance encounters? Two people meet on a bus ride and end up getting married, remaining so for over 70 years. A random introduction leads two men to become the best of friends and end up establishing Apple computers. A random encounter between a 9 year old girl and a Theology ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25, Malachi 4:1-6, Genesis 1:28

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is The Answer, But What Was The Question?

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Jan 19, 2025

Jesus travels to the Jordan River to inaugurate His ministry by being Baptized in the Jordan River. This is not what John the Baptist expects, as John's Baptism is a baptism of Repentance. Why was Jesus Baptized?

Based on a Sermon by Kevin Judd There’s a story about a pastor giving a children’s sermon. He decides to use a story about forest animals as his starting point, so he gathers the kids around him and begins by asking them a question. “I’m going to describe someone to you, and I want you to tell me ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

Unity In Him Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

Jesus' final prayer emphasizes unity among believers, reflecting His and the Father's unity, and this unity is a testament to His boundless love and the resurrection hope He offers in a divided world.

I want to welcome you to worship this morning as we finish up our sermon series Resurrecting Hope. We have been learning that the resurrection of Jesus Christ gives us power to face the difficult things that come our way. Because Jesus Christ overcame death and the grave, there is nothing that we ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26, Ephesians 4:1-6, Ephesians 4:16

Topics: Resurrection Hope, Unity, Reconciliation

Sermon Series: Resurrecting Hope

A Living Hope Series

Contributed by Bill Lyle on Sep 12, 2006

A study in first Peter

I. An outburst of praise to God. A. It is “Reverent Praise” B. It is “Loving Praise” C. It is “Intelligent Praise” D. It is “Grateful Praise” II. Praise to God for a Bright Hope and Glorious Future A. It is Praise to God for “a Hope” 1. Hope defined – confident expectation dealing with the unseen ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Our Salvation Series

Contributed by Bill Lyle on Sep 12, 2006

A Study in First Peter

I. Notice the Glorious Joy that is ours. Vs. 8-9 A. Three points in 2 parallel verses. Though you have not seen him, you love him even though you do not see him now, you believe in him are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the goal of your faith the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:8-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Therefore Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Bill Lyle on Sep 12, 2006

A Study in First Peter

I. Therefore - we must stop and ask ourselves, “What is the therefore there for?” A. Conditional statement – everything that follows is based on the truth of the former. – Socrates “Common Master” Therefore Webster’s Revised Unabridged Dictionary adv 1: (used to introduce a logical conclusion) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed