Sermons on Pontius:

Good Friday?

Contributed by Ray Mckendry on Mar 29, 2018

Why we Christians call Good Friday, Good.

Good Friday March 30th 2018 South Dunedin Baptist Church There is human blood, plenty of it, and a body at the centre of our Christian faith. That's not good! Is it? Many years ago, a friend asked: “Why do you call it Good Friday?” “Well, actually, I do not know,” so I said I would find ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-56

Denomination: Baptist

Journey To The Empty Tomb

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 6, 2018

Easter is a time to celebrate the resurrection of Christ but also that God has provided a way for salvation for each one of us.

Journey to the empty tomb Matthew 28 Introduction- If you would turn to Matthew 28, we will shortly be looking at the text of Jesus resurrection and what that means for you and I. This morning, I will be bringing an Easter message instead of a Palm Sunday message. Because next week, we will be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

3rd Advent – Joy

Contributed by William Akehurst on Dec 15, 2023

Advent 3rd week – JOY. The Advent of CHRIST brings JOY to the WORLD. Too often we get all wrapped up in the busyness of the Christmas Season and miss the whole meaning of CHRISTMAS. Take time and stop and pause, and consider the TRUE JOY we are celebrating.

2023.12.17.Sermon Notes. 3rd Advent – JOY William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: Advent 3rd week – JOY. The Advent of CHRIST brings JOY to the WORLD. Too often we get all wrapped up in the busyness of the Christmas Season and miss the whole meaning of CHRISTMAS. Take time and stop and pause, and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14, Matthew 1:18-25, Luke 2:8-14, Psalm 98:1-9, John 1:14, Romans 5:8, Luke 15:10, Revelation 19:11-16, Deuteronomy 10:17-18, 1 Timothy 6:11-16, Genesis 3:17-19, 2 Corinthians 5:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Undimmed By Human Tears

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 5, 2022

Let’s talk about the Lord's tears from Luke 19:41 (Material adapted from Walter A. Maier of sermon called "Tears Over America" at: https://www.newsforchristians.com/clser1/maier_001.html)

HoHum: July 4, tomorrow, we celebrate our nation’s independence. 246 years ago the Declaration of Independence was adopted where the founders of our country broke away from the rule of the British crown. We celebrate this day with fireworks, with parades, with backyard barbecues. It is a day of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:41-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Three Crosses On A Hill: A Study In Evangelism

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Nov 6, 2022

When we preach about the sacrifice of Jesus Christ for our sins upon the cross, we forget that there were also two men crucified on crosses next to Him. Each man had the opportunity to look to Jesus for grace and mercy. Their response determined their eternal destiny.

The agony of the crucifixion and the final hours of Jesus are recorded in all four gospels, each written with their own unique perspective of what happened that dark day (Matthew 27; Mark 15; Luke 23; John 19). Each one tells of the jeering, mockery, contempt, and seething hatred towards the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5-6, Luke 23:39-46, John 14:6, Acts 4:12, Romans 5:6-11, Romans 6:23, Ephesians 2:8-9, Isaiah 64:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

"What Is Truth About Easter?”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 3, 2023

A quote: Philip Yancy. Christianity offers a cross and empty tomb. The sermon deal's with Pilate's question: "What is truth?" N.T. Wright Surprised by Hope, reminds us that the Bible actually does not just teach “life after death,” but rather “life after life after death!”

In Jesus Holy Name April 9, 2023 Text: Luke 24:1-3,5b-6 Redeemer “What is Truth About Easter?” I’m so glad you are here this morning to enjoy the experience of Easter worship. The spring flowers bloom in the sunshine. The music renews our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-3, Luke 24:5-6, 1 Thessalonians 4:13

Denomination: Lutheran

The Silent Savior Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 4, 2023

Let's talk about the Silent Savior from Isaiah 53:7-9 (Title, outline and material adapted from Ray Pritchard at: https://www.keepbelieving.com/sermon/the-silent-savior/)

HoHum: 15 years is a long time to spend in prison, especially for a crime one did not commit. Joseph Webster, 41, was released from Davidson County (Nashville, TN) jail on November 10, 2020 and reunited with his mother, sons and other family members after the state approved a petition to overturn ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:7-9, Matthew 26:63, 1 Peter 2:21-23, John 18:38, Luke 23:14, John 19:30, Matthew 27:57-60, Romans 5:8-10, 1 John 4:10, 2 Corinthians 5:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The First Sermon In The New Testament--And It Was Unusual! Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jan 23, 2023

The nation of Israel hadn't heard a true prophet bringing God's message in nearly 400 years. When John the Baptist came preaching, people noticed some unusual things about his message.

The first sermon preached in the New Testament (Based on a sermon preached 1-15-2023 at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO. This is not an exact transcription.) Introduction: John the Baptist, son of Zechariah the priest, was the first true prophet to Israel in nearly 400 years. Not since Malachi ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Battle Is Over And The Victory Is Won

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Mar 11, 2024

It is great to celebrate easter but to fully appreciate the joy of the season it is important to understand why Jesus gave his life for us. The greatest miracle of all is the resurrection but how could be celebrate the resurrection without walking the way of the cross?

All over the world Church attendance is high on Easter; people who are not normally seen in Church come to celebrate the Christian joy and the hope of resurrection. This is a good thing, and I am glad that all of you are here this morning, but there cannot be an Easter without a Good ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Anglican

What Does Love Look Like Series

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Mar 17, 2024

‌I am not a fan of Valentines Day. ‌Let me also add, that if you need Valentines Day to show your spouse you love them, you’re doing something wrong! ‌

WHAT DOES LOVE LOOK LIKE? (Servants and Sacrifice) Part 1 of 2 part series INTRO- Good morning Cross Pointe Church! Let me begin with, there is a good chance that I will say something that upsets you today. I might as well go ahead and get it out of the way. I am not a fan of Valentines ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-10, John 13:34

Palm Friday: A Sermon For Passion Sunday

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 18, 2024

Why is this sermon called "Palm Friday?" Is it not "Palm Sunday?" Is not Friday called "Good Friday?"

Palm Friday: A Sermon for Passion Sunday John 18:22 NKJV And when He had said these things, one of the officers who stood by struck Jesus with the palm of his hand, saying, “Do You answer the high priest like that?” We now come to the Sunday which has two names in the Lectionary. It is called ...read more

Scripture: John 18:22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Is This The King? On A Donkey!” (Plus Outline)

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Mar 21, 2024

There is nothing normal about “parades.” There is always preparation. God has prepared since Adam and Eve. 3 Words: Launch. Membership. Culture of the King 1st Launch Egypt Membership =Passover Culture Palm Sunday=Launch 2nd Membership 3rd new culture

In Jesus Holy Name March 24, 2024 Text: Luke 19:11b Palm Sunday Redeemer “Is This the King? On a Donkey!” There is nothing normal about “parades.” There is always preparation. Anticipation is in the air. So it was in Jerusalem on Palm Sunday. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11, Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Do The Heathen Rage: An Exposition Of The Second Psalm

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Apr 24, 2024

The way to blessing is to realize the futility of raging against God and to embrace His Son instead.

Why Do the Heathen Rage? Psalm 2:1–12 NKJV Why do the nations rage, And the people plot a vain thing? The kings of the earth set themselves, And the rulers take counsel together, Against the Lord and against His Anointed, saying, “Let us break Their bonds in pieces And cast away Their cords ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Crown Jewel Of Bible Prophecy (Isaiah 52:13-53:12)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 7, 2024

The fifty-third chapter of the book of Isaiah is one of the clearest pictures of the person and mission of God's Servant, the Promised Messiah. It is often referred to as "The other gospel".

"BEHOLD, My Servant shall deal prudently. He shall be exalted and extolled and be very high. Just as many were astonished at you, so His visage was marred more than any man, and His form more than the sons of men, so shall He sprinkle many nations. Kings will shut their mouths at Him, for what ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, Daniel 9:26, Mark 8:31, Luke 9:22, John 3:14, John 18:32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Remember

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jun 10, 2013

A sermon on the meaning and importance of communion.

Today, we are back at the start of the new month and we are looking at the value again of worship. The type of worship that we practice is what we would call Christ-centered worship. Christ is the center of our worship experience. Today we are going to talk about what I would consider one of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23

Denomination: Christian Church