Sermons on Pontius Pilate:

A Very Important Question To Ask, What Is Truth?

Contributed by Lee Houston on Jul 28, 2022

Jesus said, John 8:31b-32, “If you hold to my teaching, you are truly my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." This is an often-quoted scripture; so, what did Jesus mean by the word "truth”?

Title: It is Important to Ask, What is Truth? Central idea: contrast Jesus' truth with truth in American culture today Specific purpose: define the culture in which we must live Christ Jesus said, John 8:31b-32, “If you hold to my teaching, you are truly my disciples. Then you will know ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:13-15, John 8:31-32

What The Resurrection Means To Me!

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Mar 28, 2002

This sermon explains why the resurrection is not just an historical event, but it has relevence for our lives today.

Resurrection Sunday What the Resurrection Means to Me! March 31, 2002 Acts 4:8-31 Intro: A. [illustration, by Joel Pankow] I have heard that possums are smart animals. You wouldn’t think so because you hardly ever see one except when it’s dead on the road. There’s a joke that goes, "Why did ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:8-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Reflection Of Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Dec 4, 2011

There were two Joseph's who met a need in Jesus' life, one at the first Christmas and one at the first Easter.

A Reflection of Sacrifice He’s always the forgotten one at Christmas. Oh we remember the Christ child, how could we forget him, even in the shopping malls they sing about the birth of Christ and his name is even included in the very word Christmas. Without Christ there would be no Christmas ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21

Denomination: Wesleyan

My Name Is Simon Peter

Contributed by Steve Steve on Mar 23, 2002

If you have a flare for the dramatical and want to see the crucifixion of Christ through the eyes of Peter then check this out!

Make sure you check the end to see how this sermon should be delivered. It is a dramatical presentation. Hello, fellow brothers and sisters in our Lord Christ Jesus, My name is Simon. You probably know me better as Peter. No doubt you know the stories of our Lord and Savior. I’m here today ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

The Reality Of The Resurrection

Contributed by Ken Mowery on Jul 6, 2007

The Biblical record about the death burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

The Reality of the Resurrection We need to come to a conclusion today that the resurrection of Jesus Christ is more than a fairy tale, more than a legend, and more than some religious symbol. It is a historical fact that is indisputable. In fact, Billy Graham said that, “There is more evidence ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:44-65

Denomination: Baptist

Consider Calamity's Call

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

Consider Calamity’s Call Repent! 1) All of you; 2) While there is still time

“U.S. submarine slams into Japanese fishing vessel – nine people remain missing.” “Two San Diego teens die when classmate goes on shooting spree.” “Three teens drown when swept into the sea at Pouch Cove, Nfld.” There are many other tragic headlines we could add to that list, some which may even ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

When The Cheers Turned Sour

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 21, 2013

Christ rode into Jerusalem as the crowds gathered and cheered. But the sweet sounds of cheers turned sour and faded over the next few days as they gave way to shouts of “Crucify Him!” To understand this we must first understand why the crowds followed Chr

When the Cheers Turned Sour Matthew 27:15-26 In fulfillment of Zechariah’s prophecy (Zech. 9:9 “Rejoice greatly, O daughter of Zion! Shout, O daughter of Jerusalem! Behold, your King is coming to you; He is just and having salvation, Lowly and riding on a donkey, A colt, the foal of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is God (Sermon 1)

Contributed by Blake Inscore on Sep 26, 2009

Why make a big deal about Lordship thing? Here’s a good reason: Jesus is called Lord more than 700 times in the New Testament.

Lessons In Lordship Part 1 Jesus Is God Introduction: This morning I am going to begin a series of messages on the Lordship of Christ. Much of this series is based on the series of messages that I gave during the Spiritual Emphasis Week at Jim Elliot Christian High School. I have been waiting for ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

He Loved Me Any Way

Contributed by Ray Williams on Jul 15, 2011

How do I know that God loves me?

He Loved me any way. John 15:9 (NKJ) How do I know that God loves me? John 3:16-17 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9

Denomination: Baptist

Children Are Really Special 2 God

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 3, 2012

The sermon is a kickoff to our VBS with the same theme. The idea is that the characters of the bible were significant to God in their development before him. We used CAR names to remind us of certain bible characters.

1. A Car Ride Home After a baby dedication service for his baby brother in church, little Johnny sobbed all the way home in the back seat of the car. His father asked him three times what was wrong. Finally, the boy replied, "That preacher said he wanted us brought up in a Christian home, but I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:13-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Unique Kingdom Of God Part 1 Series

Contributed by Steven Haguewood on Aug 5, 2008

A two-part series on the kingdom of God and what makes it so special and different from worldly kingdoms. It is a unique place ruled by a unique king with a unique purpose, salvation of its subjects!

A UNIQUE KINGDOM Text: II Corinthians 6:16-18 INTRODUCTION 1. In times past much meaning was placed on the word church a. In the dark ages "the church" ran everything b. All governments considered themselves theocracies, overseen by the pope in Rome c. This was not to last long as political leaders ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Truth?

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Dec 14, 2006

This is a topical sermon on biblical truth from "The Exchanged Life" perspective which is both evangelistic and discipleship in approach.

Sometimes I wonder whether there is really a search for the truth today. Circumstances and situations cause me to ask, “Do people really want to know the truth? As far back as Biblical times there is the indication of a search for truth. There were people called the Gnostics who thought that all ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth Will Set You Free

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 11, 2020

Preached for Independence Day Sunday (Outline and material adapted from Stephen Trail on Sermon Central: https://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/independance-day-stephen-e-trail-sermon-on-freedom-in-christ-202845?ref=SermonSerps)

HoHum: 244 years and one day ago, Declaration of Independence was signed IN CONGRESS, July 4, 1776. The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America, When in the Course of human events, it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32, John 8:31-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"the Fox And The Hen"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 22, 2019

A sermon about reaching out to our community.

“The Fox and the Hen” Luke 13:31-35 What just happened? Were the Pharisees—that is the religious leaders--really concerned about Jesus? They warned Jesus that Herod wanted to kill Him. Why would they do that? Not only did they not like Jesus; they had been discussing among themselves ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: United Methodist

Responsibility Of The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 24, 2014

For Easter Sunday on Matthew 28 (Adapted from Bob Russell at: http://bobrussellsermons.org/sermon-mp3s/by-series/the-passover-plot/the-responsibility-of-the-resurrection)

HoHum: A Sunday School teacher had just finished telling her third graders about how Jesus was crucified and placed in a tomb with a great stone sealing the opening. Then, wanting to share the excitement of the resurrection, she asked: "And what do you think were Jesus’ first words when He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ