Sermons on Pilate And The High Priest:

Called To Be Priests

Contributed by John Quigley on Jun 30, 2013

There are those who are called to be Priests or Pastors, but the whole body of Christians are called to actually be the Priesthood of Believers.

According to Peter, all are called to the Priesthood, the family of God is a Royal Priesthood. "But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light; who once ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Called To Be A Priest

Contributed by David Hicks on Nov 16, 2006

What does it mean to be a part of a holy nation, a people belonging to God, the priesthood of all believers?

CALLED TO BE A PRIEST I Peter 2:9-10 Intro: As many of you know I come from a very strong Irish Catholic family with lots of aunts, uncles, and cousins. Several of my mom’s relatives are Nuns and Priests, and a few on my dad’s side as well. Growing up in my family as in all Good Irish ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Denomination: Holiness

High Privilege High Price

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 6, 2004

A Message on the Lord’s Supper.

High Privilege – High Price Feb. 16, 2003 Communion Service Sunday AM Verse: 10And we pray this in order that you may live a life worthy of the Lord and may please him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, 11being strengthened with all power according to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

The High Point?

Contributed by Carl Benge on Mar 26, 2007

Jesus’ Entry into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday.

Before we begin this morning I would like to share a little story with you. A pastor was preaching in an unfamiliar church one Sunday morning. As he stood in the pulpit to begin the service, he tapped the microphone to make sure that it was on. He heard nothing, even though it was working fine. So ...read more

Scripture: Mark 21:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Priests Of The Kingdom

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jun 1, 2010

God's covenant people serve as “Priests of the Kingdom” offering reconciliation to all.

PRIESTS OF THE KINGDOM Rev. 5:6-10 Sermon Objective: The Church serves as “Priests of the Kingdom” offering reconciliation to all. INTRO Last week we began looking at the two identifying marks of the church given in Rev. 5:10. We discovered that this was not the first time they ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:10

Denomination: Nazarene

A Kingdom Of Priests

Contributed by Brad Easley on Oct 14, 2010

Peter calls us a "kingdom of priests" - what does he mean, and how can the Church carry out this purpose? This message explores what it means for God's people to be priests to the world.

Title: "Lakewood: A Kingdom of Priests" Text: 1 Peter 2:1-12 ILLUS: Father Matthew Kelty spoke at Asbury College chapel on day – what intrigued me most was that the abbey was just an hours’ drive down the road…..I even spent a few meaningful days. Something pretty intriguing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dress Of The Priest

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 5, 2015

To show that the LORD JESUS CHRIST makes our acts of worship acceptable to GOD because He added Himself as the ingredient of Perfect Sacrifice.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a priest? Yes. 1 Peter 2:9 1 Peter 2:9 (Amplified Bible) But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a dedicated nation, [God’s] own purchased, special people, that you may set forth the wonderful deeds and display the virtues and perfections of Him Who called you ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 30:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Nation Of Priests Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Understand how the Old Testament presents the Kingdom of God and how it applies to us today as believers, called to be a community that represents God's grace, mercy, and love.

You're an Israelite, and you've just escaped from being a slave in Egypt. You've seen some crazy stuff, like the Red Sea parting right in front of you. You're so pumped, you start singing a song about how God is going to reign forever. That's the first time the Kingdom of God is mentioned in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10, Isaiah 9:6-7

Topics: Divine Kingdom, Old Testament, God's Sovereignty, Biblical Theology

A Nation Of Priests Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will explore the concept of the Kingdom of God in the Old Testament, highlighting the role of Jesus as the King and the connection between the Old and New Testaments.

We’ve been discovering the Kingdom of God over the past two weeks, and I’m really excited about our third week, because it’s where the Old Testament meets the New Testament. This week, we will discover the Kingdom of God as it is presented in the Old Testament. We will dive deep into the Scriptures ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10, Isaiah 9:6-7

Topics: Kingdom Of God, Priesthood, Old Testament

Sermon Series: The Kingdom Of God Is Near

Transfiguration - Jesus The Great Shepherd, The Great High Priest - And The Great God! Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 25, 2016

My Shepherd is the Lord: our Priest, our sacrifice, and our God!

6. GREAT SHEPHERD OF THE SHEEP. Hebrews 13:20. The closing benediction of the letter to the Hebrews is addressed to the God of peace, who brought again from the dead “our Lord Jesus, that great shepherd of the sheep” through the blood of the everlasting covenant. The peace spoken of is the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:20, Hebrews 4:14, Titus 2:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Great High Priest: An Exposition Of Hebrews 5:1-10

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 9, 2021

Where would we be if it were not for Jesus our High Priest making intercession for us?

Our Great High Priest" An Exposition of Hebrews 5:1-10 Chapter 5 begins a new section in the Book of Hebrews. The first four chapters presents Jesus as the Creator, the Divine Son, and the great Davidic King. Psalms 2 and 110 formed the basic of this Kingship. This Son is greater than the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pilate's Wife

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Apr 2, 2022

It is surprising, and sad, that the only testimony (in effect) on Jesus’ behalf during the trial was made, not by any of Jesus’ disciples, nor apostles, nor followers, but by Pilate’s wife.

Pilate's Wife Matt. 27:11-26 The chief priests with the elders and scribes and the whole council of the Sanhedrin had decided to put Jesus to death. They had Jesus brought before Pilate the governor to pronounce the death sentence. (Mark 15:1; Luke 22:66; 23:1) Pontius Pilate was the fifth ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pilate's Relents To The Crowd's Bloodlust Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Mar 30, 2011

Pilate's decision to relent to the crowd carries with it some far reaching meanings...

Luke 23:13- [ESV] Read passage... STORYLINE: Jesus is taken in a midnight raid to arrest Him. He is then subjected to brutal treatment for hours before being brought before 1st the High Priest and then the Roman authority, who then shuffles Him off to the ‘client king’… Herod. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:13-25

Denomination: Baptist

Been There; Been Tempted To Do That

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Oct 12, 2012

As our High Priest, Jesus understands our struggles and temptations and gives us access to God.

Been There, Been Tempted To Do That Hebrews 4:14-16 Intro: A man had placed a claim with his insurance company for injuries that he had received and they sent him a letter asking him to explain and justify his claim. This is his reply. . Dear Sirs, I was recently moving 500 pounds of bricks from ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is...! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 4, 2017

A look through the book of Hebrews to better understand who Jesus is. Today we look at Hebrews 7.

Jesus Is . . .! Hebrews 7:1-28 August 6, 2017 There was a man who had some personal issues going on in his life. So, he asked a woman in his office who was known to be a prayer warrior if she would pray for him. He knew she kept a list of her 10 most urgent prayer requests on her desk. So, he ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:1-28

Denomination: Baptist