Sermons on Prisoner Of Jesus Christ:

The Compassion Of Christ Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Jul 29, 2007

Do we believe that we are the hands-feet-arms-mouth-body-wallet-ride-smile-kind word-gentle touch-shelter provider-etc.-etc of Jesus Christ now that He is in heaven? Then how should we respond when we see a need? Mull this over as we continue.

Peter Ustinov said, “Charity is more common than compassion. Charity is tax-deductible. Compassion is time consuming.” What we are going to talk about today is compassion – godly, Christ-like compassion. Compassion in the midst of our own wants, our own needs, our own limitations. Compassion ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ Is Risen Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 11, 2017

John wants us to believe. Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; 26and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?”’ (John 11) The question is do you believe?

Sermon by Rev George Hemmings Before I begin this morning, there’s a little tradition that goes with Easter Sunday called the Easter Acclamation, or the Paschal greeting. Basically one person says ‘Christ is Risen,’ and then the response is, ‘He is Risen indeed!’ Given some of us might be a bit ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-31

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus Is Lord Of All Because

Contributed by David Parks on Sep 7, 2016

Jesus is Lord of all because he made it all and died for all.

JESUS IS LORD OF ALL BECAUSE INTRODUCTION: Text: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 Introduction: 1. Over the next few weeks as we begin our spiritual journey together, I want to begin by laying a foundation on which we can build. 2. That foundation for eternal life is couched in acceptance of the fact that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Jesus, Barabbas And Pilate" Series

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 6, 2013

A sermon about Peer Pressure and following Christ.

Mark 15:1-15 "24 Hours that Changed the World: Jesus, Barabbas, and Pilate" Have you ever thought you had something in common with birds and termites? Well, market research experts argue that we do have something in common with birds and termites. Because, without even knowing it, we're often ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-15

Denomination: United Methodist

Commitment Or Compromise?

Contributed by Greg Nance on Nov 23, 2008

Are we living Christian lives or just fooling ourselves? Is there a comfortable cross for us? Let’s consider the Lord’s own life and calling as we reflect on the prisoner Paul.

Paul took prison ministry seriously. In fact, the last 8 chapters (21-28) of Acts record Paul’s imprisonment and mission work as a prisoner. While the messenger is a prisoner, the message continues to go forth and impact the world! This is another confirmation that the cause of Christ is of God ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Follow Christ, Not The Crowd Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Sep 8, 2024

This sermon explores the dangers of following the worldly crowd, the benefits of following Christ, and the transformative power of biblical conviction.

In a world where conformity is celebrated, believers are tempted to blend in with the crowd. However, God calls us to stand apart, following Christ alone. This sermon explores the dangers of following the worldly crowd, the benefits of following Christ, and the transformative power of biblical ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Revelation 3:16, 1 John 5:13

Jesus Would Be Crucified Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Apr 10, 2003

the prediction of the melting and crucifixion of Christ

April 9, 2003 Psalm 22:14-16 I am poured out like water, and all my bones are out of joint. My heart has turned to wax; it has melted away within me. 15 My strength is dried up like a potsherd, and my tongue sticks to the roof of my mouth; you lay me in the dust of death. 16 Dogs have ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:14-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Who Is This Jesus?

Contributed by Don Jones on Aug 10, 2006

A doctrinal look at Jesus from the pre-incarnate Christ to the returning Lord.

8-1-2006 WGBC Who is Jesus? I. The Pre-incarnate Christ Exodus 3:14-15 - The "I AM" The name by which Moses was to identify his sender was "I AM". The Hebrew word is derived from the root word meaning "to be". It signifies the creative sustaining power of Almighty God. The implication is ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Victory In Jesus Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 25, 2001

THANKS BE TO GOD WHO ALWAYS LEADS US IN HIS TRIUMPH IN CHRIST

BIG IDEA: THANKS BE TO GOD WHO ALWAYS LEADS US IN HIS TRIUMPH IN CHRIST INTRODUCTION: 2 Cor. 2:14 (Really, what we have are pieces of 2 psalms tied together to meet a different purpose and different historical circumstances) I. (:1-5) THE PATH OF TRIUMPH BEGINS WITH A HEART FOCUSED ON WORSHIPING ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 108:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hugging Jesus

Contributed by Scott Weber on Mar 23, 2001

When we come to Christ, we are called to "go public" with that comittment.

"Hugging Jesus" - Matthew 10:32,33 Intro: In 1990, centerfielder Brett Butler left the San Francisco Giants as a free agent. He was loved in San Francisco, and rightly so. He was a great player. But the best offer came from the L.A. Dodgers - their cross state rivals. Early in the season, when ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:32-33, Mark 8:38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Coping Jesus

Contributed by Cledith Campbell on Oct 27, 2001

This sermon teaches us how to live in the victory Christ purchased for us.

Copying Jesus John 10:7-10 7. Jesus therefore said to them, again, “Truly, truly, I say to you, I am the door of the sheep. 8. All who came before Me area thieves and robbers, but the sheep did not hear them. 9. I am the door, if anyone enters through Me, he hall be saved, and shall go in and out ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-10, John 16:33

Denomination: Baptist

Between Death And Resurrection

Contributed by Ronnie Smith on Jul 16, 2005

What about all those people who died before that debt was paid? The Bible teaches us that there was a place in the heart of the Earth called Paradise.

Ephesians 4: 8Wherefore he saith, When he ascended up on high, he led captivity captive, and gave gifts unto men. 9(Now that he ascended, what is it but that he also descended first into the lower parts of the earth? 10He that descended is the same also that ascended up far above all ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Barabbas: That's You! Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Apr 2, 2006

Jesus took the place of Barabbas. This sermon shows that we are Barabbas, and calls people to be thankful that Jesus took our place.

Mark 15:1-15 – Barabbas: That’s You! Today, as we proceed through our study of The Life of Jesus, we get ever closer to Jesus’ death. Today we are looking at one aspect of His trial and crucifixion that may or may not be new but it bears repeating anyway. To be reminded of what Jesus did for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Conception And Birth Of Christ Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jul 9, 2004

This sermon is a study of God’s Word to see what he says about the conception and birth of Jesus Christ, or, what I will call the incarnation of Jesus Christ.

Introduction As we continue our series in The Apostles’ Creed I would like to examine today what it means to believe in the conception and birth of Christ. Please listen as I recite the Apostles’ Creed: I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:3-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christ Arose And Is Risen Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Mar 30, 2002

We will look at the death, burial, and resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Jesus fulfilled 37 prophecies in a 24 hours period and several more on Sunday Morning...

Christ Arose and is still Risen Jesus’ Death Jesus Buried Jesus Arose and is Risen DBF 3/31/02 Boy we really had fun last Friday celebrating our “Agape Feast” and going over our roots to the celebration of Passover. We talked about all the lambs that we slain that pointed to the one true and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist