Sermons on Rebellious Kings:

The Crucified King

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Apr 12, 2003

This sermon takes a look at the Trumphant Entry and how some refused to recognize Jesus as King, other wanted Him as King but not really, and yet some truly submit to His authority.

This past week no doubt you were glued to the television set as many were as we witnessed the liberation of a people from a tyrannical dictator. For close to thirty years the people of Iraq were oppressed by violent means by a man who wanted to set himself up as the ultimate ruler with the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-38

Denomination: Methodist

Welcoming The King Series

Contributed by Robert Massey on May 8, 2003

How do we welcome the King of Kings into our hearts? Here in this passage, the people of Jerusalem welcomed Christ into their city as King. They let their emotions totally take over and begin to shout aloud for Jesus. Let me share with you this morning

WELCOMING THE KING John 12:12-19 Today is Palm Sunday, a day that is a very significant day on the church calendar. It is the day that we celebrate Jesus’ triumphal entry in to Jerusalem. It traditionally begins what the church has called “Holy Week” which is the last week of the Lenten season. ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Church Of God

The Radiant King Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on May 27, 2003

1st in 17 week series on 1 Corinthians. Jesus is the source of the light that shines in the darkness. We need to have Jesus in us so that He radiates through us to pierce the darkness…

The Radiant King Jesus is the source of the light that shines in the darkness. We need to have Jesus in us so that He radiates through us to pierce the darkness… The Radiant King Corinth was a rich city of commerce and culture. It was a town of great diversity with many peoples and religions ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ultimate King Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jun 10, 2003

On that day Jesus made His “Triumphant Entry” into Jerusalem He was sending a message. He was showing the world. . . He is the Ultimate King! Part 3 of a 4 part series.

The Ultimate Christ Series (Part 3 of 4) Mitchell Skelton The Ultimate King Luke 19:28–44 INTRODUCTION What do you think of when you envision the president, a king, or some other person of such high authority? Our own president and other rulers of nations show their authority and purpose in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

King Of The Road

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Jul 17, 2003

Since human history, there have been those who have desired to be king of the road.

King of the road. John 5:43. Since human history, there have been those who have desired to be king of the road. There have always been those who wanted to dominate. To dictate over the entire earth. Many of you have read the story of Alexander. He sat down and wept because there were no ...read more

Scripture: John 5:43

Denomination: Baptist

Saul For King! Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 3, 2003

Saul is chosen to be King but noone knows. God works in secret and he works through the indwelling of his Holy Spirit to change Saul so he can be King.

If you were God, how would you respond to a people who refused your leadership and instead asked for a king to be given to them? You might expect that God would give them a hard time. Samuel certainly did! Or he might have given them someone they’d regret having as king just to teach them a lesson. ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Heirs Of The King Series

Contributed by William Morris on Feb 6, 2003

Second message in a sries of nine from Colossinas. Deals with our standing in Christ

Sermon by: Dr. Todd Morris Text: Colossian 1:12 Title: Heirs of the King - #2 in series in Colossians Date: July 21, 2002 Introduction: Paul has written about how thankful he is for the saints at Colossi. He has told them that he is praying for them and exactly what that prayer is, what he ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:12

Denomination: Baptist

The King's Gardens

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jun 13, 2002

Looking at God’s love as revealed in some of His gardens in Scripture

Forrest Gump arrives at the pearly gates – and finds them shut. ‘G’day Forrest good to see you’, says St Peter. ‘You know we’ve had to introduce an entrance exam because we’re filling up so fast – it’s only short but you do have to pass it to get in.’ ‘Aw nobody ever tolt me about any entrance ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:4-17, Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Baptist

Redeemed By The King

Contributed by William Rushing on Jul 16, 2002

This uses the story of David and Mephibosheth to illustrate how Christ has redeemed us. Mephibosheth was Remembered by the king, Rescued by the King and Restored by the king.

I. Introduction a. At the end of 1 Samuel, Saul and Jonathan were killed by the Philistines. i. In the first few chapters of 2 Samuel David becomes king over Judah first, then Israel. b. 2 Samuel 4:4 talks about Mephibosheth. i. Mephibosheth had the inheritance of the kingdom, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Return Of The King Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 29, 2003

Revelation 19 tells us how Jesus will fulfill His promise: "I am coming soon." But there is more to this passage than meets the eye.

OPEN: At the beginning of WWII, the Philippines were about to fall to the Japanese, and General Douglas MacArthur was ordered by President Roosevelt to evacuate his staff immediately. Before he left, MacArthur made a promise to the Philippine people: “I shall return!” Because of the complexity ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:4-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Real King

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Nov 18, 2003

A sermon for Christ the King Sunday Proper 29

Christ the King Sunday Proper 29 John 18:33-37 "The Real King?" 33 Pilate entered the praetorium again and called Jesus, and said to him, "Are you the King of the Jews?" 34 Jesus answered, "Do you say this of your own accord, or did others say it to you about me?" 35 Pilate answered, "Am I a ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Lutheran

The King And The Kingdom

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 19, 2003

Our King and Kingdom are not impressive in the eyes of the world because they aren’t physical. Yet they are still powerful.

November 23, 2003 John 18:33-37 Pilate then went back inside the palace, summoned Jesus and asked him, “Are you the king of the Jews?” 34 “Is that your own idea,” Jesus asked, “or did others talk to you about me?” 35 “Am I a Jew?” Pilate replied. “It was your people and your chief priests who ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Born A King Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 8, 2003

We can take advantage of the opportunity to invest in people’s lives by providing an opportunity to explore Christianity with a well informed conversation at the water cooler on current films and Christian themes.

Have you bought your ticket? The Return of the King, the final episode in the Lord of the Rings trilogy is coming out in 10 days. Probably I should have asked who has seen the Fellowship of the rings and the two towers, and then I would know who the Tolkien fans are. Though Tolkien, ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:2-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Destined To Be King Series

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 8, 2003

It is time to move Christmas into our daily life pattern

It was just a few days before Christmas, when two men decided to go sailing while their wives went Christmas shopping. While the men were sailing a storm came up-a mighty storm that tossed the boat back and forth across the water. Finally the tiny sailboat was forced upon the shore of a small ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 3:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

A King To Be Worshipped

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Dec 20, 2003

3 lessons we can learn from the journey of the magi.

Matthew 1:1-12 A King to be Worshipped Woodlawn Baptist Church December 21, 2003 Introduction One of the things I love about Christmas is that it is traditionally a time of celebration. For some reason, at Christmas time, people suddenly start thinking about family and friends and love and peace, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist