Sermons on Radical Jesus:

Will The Real Jesus Please Stand Up Series

Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Aug 4, 2005

The Da Vinci Code and the Jesus seminar present radically different visions of who the real Jesus was. What is their evidence and how trustworthy is it?

SE032804 MY OWN PERSONAL JESUS 2. Will the Real Jesus Please Stand Up Last week, we said that when people consider WHO Jesus REALLY WAS, there is the New Testament answer to that question, and then there’s every other answer. - the New Testament answer is that Jesus was the Jewish Messiah, that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let Us Astonish Like Jesus

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 18, 2015

The teachings of Jesus were radical and astonishing; if we are to convert the world, especially Islamic adherents, we must be both loving and astonishing in our witness.

In nomine Patris, et Filii, et Spiritus Sancti, Amen. Today’s communion verse, which is taken from the Gospel lines just preceding these two healing stories from St. Matthew, are as follows: “the crowds were astonished at his teaching, for he taught them as one who had authority, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-13

Denomination: Catholic

Guidepost Three – Jesus And Your Wallet Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 26, 2025

Radical generosity frees believers from consumerism, channels resources into God’s mission, and reveals hearts anchored in Christ rather than possessions.

A Startling Act of Generosity A young couple in the Midwest paid off their modest home years early. Then they sold it—debt-free—and moved into a small apartment. With the sale proceeds they funded wells for villages with no clean water, supported missionaries they had never met, and helped single ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:9, 2 Corinthians 8:9, 1 Timothy 6:6-10, Luke 12:13-34, Acts 2:42-47  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Not Everyone Who Says To Me, 'lord, Lord,' Will Enter The Kingdom Of Heaven. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 25, 2024

Jesus Christ Himself warned that not everyone who claims to be a Christian will enter the kingdom of heaven.

Not Everyone Who Says to Me, 'Lord, Lord,' Will Enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Jesus Christ Himself warned that not everyone who claims to be a Christian will enter the kingdom of heaven. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical requirements for being a true Christian. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:27-28, Luke 13:3, John 3:16

Inside Out And Upside Down

Contributed by Adrian Pratt on Feb 21, 2001

The radical inversion of things that Jesus suggests!

" INSIDE OUT, UPSIDE DOWN” Reading: Luke 6: 17-26: Preached at Fayetteville Presbyterian Church on February 11th 2001 Inside out and upside down. What on earth was Jesus talking about in todays lesson. Blessed are the poor? Happy are the hungry? Fortunate are the tearful? I have yet to meet ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Messiah Who Asks The Tough Questions Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 25, 2011

Jesus is calling us to radical discipleship.

A Messiah Who Asks Tough Questions Text: Matt. 19:16-30 Introduction 1. Illustration: Video of a Father answering tough questions from his little girl. www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYUXLO1j_sw 2. Just as we have children who ask us tough questions, we also have a messiah who asks us tough ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-30

Denomination: Methodist

The Sermon On The Plain: An Exposition Of Luke 6:17-38

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 30, 2019

Jesus calls us to radical discipleship.

The Sermon on the Plain: An Exposition of Luke 6:17-38 Scholars debate whether this sermon is another version of the Sermon on the Mount. It indeed shares a lot of common themes. Scholars who want to diminish the authority of Scripture try to prove that both evangelists copied and arranged ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-38, Luke 6:17-26, Luke 6:27-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Metanoia: The Radical Transformation Of The Mind Matthew 4:17 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 8, 2024

We delve into the profound concept of "metanoia"—a term rich in biblical significance, encapsulating the radical transformation of the mind. As we explore this concept, may our hearts be open to the transformative power of God's truth.

Metanoia: The Radical Transformation of the Mind Matthew 4:17 Introduction: Today, we delve into the profound concept of "metanoia"—a term rich in biblical significance, encapsulating the radical transformation of the mind. As we explore this concept, may our hearts be open to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17, Acts 3:19, Romans 12:2, Ephesians 4:23, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Galatians 2:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Watersheds: What Radical Shifts Define Your Life?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 27, 2022

There have been several points in my life where a radical shift took place. The first was being born. That's a radical shift, from not-existing to existing.

There have been several points in my life where a radical shift took place. The first was being born. That's a radical shift, from not-existing to existing. Others took place. Going from teens to twenties. 18 to 27 was the most destructive period of my life. Total disaster. Yet the mental ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Salvation Army

Traits Of Radical Faith Christians And Spiritually Compromised Christians. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 21, 2025

God's grace and redemption are available to all, and prayer, Bible study, and community can help believers grow in their faith.

Radical Faith Christians: Unwavering Trust: Radical Christians trust God completely, even when circumstances seem impossible. (Proverbs 3:5-6, Daniel 3:16-18) Bold Obedience: They obey God's commands without hesitation, even if it's uncomfortable or challenging. (Acts 5:29, 1 Samuel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:14-16, Matthew 19:21

Jesus The Sage Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 28, 2002

Jesus as a teacher of wisdom, and how God’s wisdom is "upside down" compared to the wisdom of the world.

Jesus The Sage – “Portraits of Christ” series Steve Simala Grant - Feb. 2/3, 2002 Intro: I have a picture here taken in Disney World, outside of the “Honey I Shrunk the Kids” pavillion. I want you to look at it closely: What’s wrong with this picture? Look closely at the waterfall. Think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

You're Blessed When You're At The End Of Your Rope

Contributed by Colin Thornby on Jan 29, 2011

The beatitudes are radical challenges live as apprentices of Jesus

One day as he saw the crowds gathering, Jesus went up on the mountainside and sat down. His disciples gathered around him, and he began to teach them. “God blesses those who are poor and realize their need for him, for the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. God blesses those who mourn, for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: *other

"Blessed Are The Poor"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 2, 2011

Jesus' call on our lives is biblically radical.

Luke 6:20-26 “Blessed are the Poor” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN eastridgeumc.org Right before our Gospel Lesson for this morning we are told, beginning in verse 17 that, “[Jesus] went…and stood on a level place. A large ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:20-26

Denomination: United Methodist

"I Hope He Didn't Mean It"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 16, 2017

A sermon about being Jesus' radical church.

“I Was Hoping Jesus Didn’t Mean It” Matthew 5:38-48 A pastor tells the story of stumbling into his kitchen after a long day of work. He put down his groceries and pressed the voice-mail button. It was one of his church members: “Pastor, I’m doing the Scripture ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: United Methodist

Readical Love

Contributed by Dewayne Bolton on Feb 12, 2013

To help us to understand a little more the greatness of God's love and how we are to love.

RADICAL LOVE By Dewayne Bolton I Corinthians 13: 1-13 Love is the greatest thing in the world; this is so because it comes from the greatest person in the world. When God created man and breathed into him the breath of life He also breathed into him the capacity to love, as well as the desire to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Holiness