Sermons on Picturing Jesus:

Why Did Jesus Die On The Cross

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Mar 8, 2004

When we read the four Gospel accounts of the Life of Christ we try to think what it might have been like to have lived during the time of Christ. We know that Jesus was arrested and condemned to die on the cross, but we have a hard time picturing the suf

Why did Jesus Die on the Cross? Isaiah 53:1-9 When we read the four Gospel accounts of the Life of Christ we try to think what it might have been like to have lived during the time of Christ. We know that Jesus was arrested and condemned to die on the cross, but we have a hard time picturing the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-9

Denomination: Free Methodist

Breaking Your Alabaster Box

Contributed by Grant Adams on Oct 1, 2019

This is one of the most beautiful pictures found in the Gospel. It is a picture that reveals what Jesus expects from every one of us in the realm of service.

Breaking Your Alabaster Box John 12:1-8, Mark 14:3-9 This is one of the most beautiful pictures found in the Gospel. It is a picture that reveals what Jesus expects from every one of us in the realm of service. He sums it up in verse 8 as he gives us his evaluation of what she has done. Others ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8, Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Healing Of Peter's Mother-In-Law

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 28, 2003

The healing of Peter’s mother-in-law is a picture of the compassion and concern of Jesus. Our hearts are comforted when we read of Him "Who forgives all your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases".

THE HEALING OF PETER’S MOTHER-IN-LAW “Now when Jesus had come into Peter’s house, He saw his wife’s mother lying sick with a fever. So He touched her hand, and the fever left her. And she arose and served them.” Matthew 8:14-15 (NKJV) SYNOPTIC ACCOUNT: “Now as soon as they had come out of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:14-15, Mark 1:29-31

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 29, 2014

The is message was used right before a baptism. I allowed the children in our church to stand near the baptistery and observe. I wanted them to get a picture of what baptism means.

This morning I want to invite all of the children 6th grade and younger to come and stand right up here. Because I want to talk to you today about baptism. Most of you have seen someone get baptized before but you probably haven’t seen it this close up. And I think the best way for me to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus’ Birthday Party: Christmas Charades

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 23, 2011

This is the outline for my all-age Christmas Day talk 2011. It is based around a game of charades where people will act out 5 Bible verses which will act as a short 5 point sermon. Great fun, especially if the actor has a picture or prop they can use to h

Matthew 1: 18-25 tells us about the world shaking birth of Jesus the Messiah; but what I want to do is put the birth of Jesus into context using a party game; and this year we’re going to play charades, so I need some willing volunteers. (Note to the reader - you need to print out each of the 5 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Anglican

Forgiven Or Forgotten

Contributed by David Roshto on Aug 9, 2006

Boaz was a picture of our great Kinsman Redeemer, Jesus Christ.

I’ll never forget it. My brother and I went to the same private school. I was in 2nd grade and he was in the 6th. After school everyday, a teacher walked us out to a place on the asphalt that was drawn off by a yellow painted box. About 30 students would wait for their parents in that box. Well, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus The Controversialist Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 17, 2023

Mark portrays Jesus as strong and bold as He dealt with spiritual controversies "head on." In this section of Mark, he grouped together four incidents that showed how Jesus faced the controversies and taught the truth. We need to ask ourselves if we are more like Jesus or the Pharisees.

A. Let me begin with a question: when you try to picture Jesus in your mind, how do you picture Him? 1. Do you picture Him being gentle, meek and loving? Certainly, He was all those things. 2. But Jesus also had other characteristics and other sides to Him. 3. When we read the Gospel accounts, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Knowing Him - An Every Day Christmas Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Dec 12, 2011

In all the rush and stress of the holiday season it's easy to lose sight of the 'big picture' of what Christmas is really all about. In this series we ask (and answer!) the question of "What's Jesus Got to do With Christmas?"

Knowing Him - An Every Day Christmas - Matthew 1:18-23 - December 11, 2011 Series: What’s Jesus Got To Do With It? - #1 December 17, 1903 is an important date in history - though most people are unaware that anything significant happened upon that day. Yet the events that transpired ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-23

Denomination: *other

"The Big Picture: Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 25, 2001

A call to Christians to look past discrimination and prejudice.

Galations 3:28-29 “The Big Picture: Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA By now, many of you have probably seen the television ad compaign that has been running during the month of September....each commercial ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:28-29

Denomination: United Methodist

Jesus

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 19, 2011

Exposition of John 1 regarding we must fall in love with Jesus.

Text: John 1:1-3, Title: Jesus, Date/Place: NRBC, 9/18/11, AM A. Opening illustration: signing a job description of marriage, before you know someone. But after some time, you can’t wait to commit to spend the rest of your life committed to one person. Background to passage: John was the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Is Camping Painting A Picture Or Do I Need To Pack My Bags?

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 27, 2011

Harold Camping has painted a picture, “Judgment Day” on May 21, 2011 is the headlines for everyone to see. That's what he has painted in his mind and wants everyone else to see

Arvil Shepherd, better known as "Shep" was a friend of mine who died in October of 2007. He donated many of his prints for us to sell to help in our radio and singing ministry. Shep had a kind heart and a love for God. Shep's talent as a great artist will live on because of his many paintings he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:13

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is __________

Contributed by David Nolte on Jan 26, 2020

The best discovery you will ever make is that of Who Jesus is and place He has and what role He plays in your life.

“JESUS IS _____!” PSALM 107:1-16/ David P. Nolte (I am indebted to Zach Williams for the basic main points.) When you say, “Jesus is ......” the list is practically unending. Actually there are about 200 names or titles for Jesus in the Bible. For instance, “Jesus is: Lord; Master; The Way; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Is . . . ! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 25, 2017

A look at who Jesus is through the book of Hebrews

Jesus Is. . .! Hebrews 11:14-38 September 10, 2017 have you ever met an athlete or musician you admire? Sometimes they seem bigger in life than in your mind. It can be a little intimidating. It’s kind of like going to the Hall of Fame. You see pictures and videos of people while they were ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:14-38

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is . . . ! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 25, 2017

A look at who Jesus is through the book of Hebrews

Jesus Is . . .! Hebrews 12:1-3 September 17, 2017 We remember endings. We remember endings of our favorite movies, as well as endings in the lives of friends, family and even people we’ve admired from politics, sports, actors, actresses, musicians and more. We remember epic meltdowns in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is . . . ! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 25, 2017

A look at who Jesus is through the book of Hebrews

Jesus Is...! Hebrews 12:1-5 September 24, 2017 Have you ever exercised wearing weights? It sounds kind of strange, but people do this. In fact, we have a weighted vest we bought to use to workout. The vest weighs 20 pounds. On the one hand, it may not sound that bad, but do 20 push ups wearing ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist