Sermons on Plot To Kill Jesus:

When You'd Rather Kill Your Enemies Than Love Them

Contributed by John Woelfel on Jun 1, 2004

A look at the how and why’s of loving our enemies.

Southpoint Sermon May 29-30th, 2004 What do you say to God when… you’d rather kill your enemies than love them? Intro: Anyone can tell you, whether they’re a Christian or not, that Christians are supposed to love their enemies. We’re supposed to be nice to everyone, not hate our enemies. But ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:5-7, Romans 5:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Misunderstanding Jesus Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 6, 2015

Jesus was misunderstood by his father and mother, his family, political forces, and his followers (Seed thoughts from Back to God Hour, February 1989, Volume 35, Number 2)

HoHum: John began to think about how blessed he was to have such a wonderful wife, and he decided to show his appreciation. So he went out and bought a box of candy and a dozen roses. When he got home, he decided to ring the door bell and surprise her. When Mary answered the door bell and saw him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Perseverance Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Mar 19, 2007

1. He faced opposition from people. 2. He faced the evil of a fallen world.

Annie Dillard is one of my favorite authors. In her book Teaching a Stone to Talk, she writes: “You don’t have to sit outside in the dark. If, however, you want to look at the stars, you will find that darkness is required. The stars neither require it or demand it.” Darkness is a part of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

The Anticipation Of The King Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 23, 2006

In this sermon I want to show how all that took place in the life of Jesus was in fulfillment of prophecy.

Scripture We have just heard the story of Jesus’ birth told in the Lessons and Carols. There is a sense in which the entire Bible from Genesis to Revelation is about the Lord Jesus Christ. However, we have listened to various passages of Scripture that deal specifically with the birth of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:19-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Embracing Jesus

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jul 30, 2013

Man's only way to deal with his rebellion against God is to embrace the Son.

In Acts chapter 4, David is identified as the author of Psalm 2, the passage which we’ll be studying together this morning. But the opening words of that Psalm that he penned in Israel approximately 3,000 years ago could just as easily be written in the United States in the 21st Century ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Whakapapa Of Jesus

Contributed by Michael Treston on Jun 10, 2001

how Jesus’ geneology (whakapapa) reveals his nature

MATTHEW 1 - verses 1 to 17. The whakapapa of Jesus. Today we are going to continue on the advent theme by looking at Matthews account of the birth of the Christ child. Matthew starts his account with a geneology If we are being honest with ourselves many of us would never had read this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Preparing Jesus, Preparing For Jesus Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 3, 2008

This chapter provides some real contrasts between real and trumped up worship, real belief and real betrayal. It is all a part of preparing Jesus for the cross and preparing us to receive him.

John places Jesus at Ephraim, a village north of Jerusalem. Between the end of chapter 11 and here, Jesus travels back to Galilee, heals the ten lepers (Luke 17), talks to Zacchaeus (Luke 19) in Jericho on his way back to Bethany. It’s only six days until the Passover, and Jesus’ crucifixion. John ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-50

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Jesus And Judas Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 7, 2014

A sermon about the dealings of Jesus and Judas at the Last Supper (3 sources; 1) Christology class 2) The Longest Night by James E. Smith 3) Outline from Bob Russell at: http://bobrussellsermons.org/judas-who-betrayed-him?filter_name=Judas)

HoHum: Benedict Arnold was once a respected name in America. He was a general in the Revolutionary Army. He was a friend of George Washington. For approximately $20,000 Benedict Arnold betrayed his country and surrendered West Point to the British. No one wants their child named Benedict in ...read more

Scripture: John 13:18-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Then, Jesus Now Series

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on Aug 6, 2009

(PowerPoint slides are freely available by emailing emile@wolfaardt.com) Discovering not simply how to imitate the historical Christ, but how to manifest the life of Jesus now.

Good morning and welcome - this morning what God has given me has the potential to ruin us completely. How many of you are ready to be ruined? Open your Bibles with me, if you will, to the book of John. Most of you would by now, if you are at reasonable astute, have discovered that we are studying ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-34

Denomination: *other

Great Expectations Part Two.

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Sep 3, 2006

Great expectations part two further conflict with the Pharisees. Whose right?

Mark 2:23-3:6. Great expectations part two. Regulations shape all our lives. Michael imagine a game of bridge without rules, Brain imagine a Cricket match without the wickets and the crease, Mark imagine a football match without a ball and the posts. Imagine these roads without highway code, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Jesus?

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Jan 14, 2014

Jesus asked His followers, "Who do men say that I am?" We will talk about 2 main facets of the identity of Jesus. He was fully God and fully man.

Who is Jesus? Matthew 16:13-17 13 When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, "Who do people say the Son of Man is?" 14 They replied, "Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets." 15 "But what about you?" he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Beware Covetousness

Contributed by Don Parmely on Sep 11, 2006

Jesus warns us in the strongest language to beware of covetousness. The inordinate desire to accumulate wealth will kill our souls.

Beware Covetousness by Rev. Don R. Parmely Text: Luke 12:13-34 I.Introduction A.We are on the eve of remembering the terrorists’ attack of September 11, 2006. 1.Do you remember where you were? 2.Do you remember your thoughts? 3.Do you remember what your church did in response? 4.Did the church ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Behold Your King Rides Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Apr 16, 2014

Palm Sunday reveals King Jesus Power and Purpose.

“Behold! Your King Rides” John 12:1-19 We have been looking at the events of the Upper Room over the past three weeks during the day before Jesus’ crucifixion. Today, we back up in time several days to what we call “Palm Sunday” and ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Jesus?

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Mar 1, 2021

Next in series on John. Examines people's beliefs about Jesus

John 8 (4) Who is Jesus? - Read John 8:31-58 A debate was going on about who Jesus was. The Jews claimed they were children of Abraham. Jesus told them, “If you were really children of Abraham, you would believe Me. But you’re not. You’re children of your father the Devil. Perhaps just in ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-58

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Knows

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 11, 2013

1. Jesus knows His foes (vs. 10-11 & 17-21). 2. Jesus knows His friends (vs. 12 & 22-24). 3. Jesus knows His future (vs. 13-16 & 25).

Jesus Knows Mark 14:10-25 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Sept. 29, 2013 BACKGROUND: *This morning we will worship the Lord by sharing the Lord's Supper. Think back to the scene on the night before the cross. Jesus was gathered with His disciples to eat the last Passover of His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:10-25

Denomination: Baptist