Sermons on Responding To Jesus:

6 Who Do You Say I Am? Series

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Nov 7, 2025

In a world full of opinions about Jesus, we’re invited to respond personally — not with borrowed beliefs or second-hand faith, but with a heart that truly knows Him.

Introduction – The Question that Changes Everything (Visual: Hold up a blank name badge or write “Hello, my name is _______.”) We use name badges to help people know who we are. Sometimes we do so in a new group, a workplace, or at church. It saves that awkward, “I’ve met you before but can’t ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-30

Bartimaeus Receives Sight.

Contributed by Melvin Shelton on Nov 29, 2003

Misery is the object of mercy.

Bartimaeus receives sight. Mark 10:46-52. 11/30/03 Jesus and His disciples were on their way to Jerusalem for one of the biggest festivities celebrated by the Jews. It was nearing the time of the Passover and Jesus, along with thousands would be in Jerusalem for that time. On their way to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Baptist

The Question That Defines Eternity - Matthew 16:13-28 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 7, 2025

WHO DO YOU SAY JESUS IS? THIS IS THE QUESTION THAT DEFINES ETERNITY. True discipleship begins with a right confession of who Jesus is, embraces the necessity of the cross, and responds with wholehearted surrender to follow Him; regardless of the cost.

2025.07.06. Sermon Notes. THE QUESTION THAT DEFINES ETERNITY - MATTHEW 16:13-28 PART 2 William Akehurst, HSWC THE CHRIST, THE CROSS, AND THE CALL - MATTHEW 16:13-28 SCRIPTURES: Matthew 16:13-28, Mark 16:19-20, Ephesians 1:20-23 THE QUESTION THAT DEFINES ETERNITY: "Who Do You Say Jesus Is? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-28, Mark 16:19-20, Ephesians 1:20-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What We Do With Jesus Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Feb 8, 2012

It can be an inconvenient truth, the reality of Jesus, but it's the most important decision we make.

What Do We Do With Jesus? Series: A Journey with Jesus (through the Gospel of John) Brad Bailey – April 10, 2011 Intro As we begin this morning… I want us to consider the relationship we each have with truth. A part of each one of us bears a pursuit for truth. In a sense every life is ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Discipleship Will Cost You, Part 2 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 22, 2026

When we are challenged to be obedient and follow God, especially by our family or close friends who do not want us to obey God, do we respond with hope? Do we encourage others to look to Jesus? Or, are we too busy looking for a “quick fix”?

John, Part 28 Series: Discipleship Will Cost You, Part 2 Passage: John 7:1-9 FOCUS: Series continues today on Discipleship and its personal cost Discipleship is the process of becoming like Jesus; changing our wants to His Discipleship means giving up what you desire to follow the One ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-9, Genesis 6:5-7, Mark 3:20-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Who Answers By Fire Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 27, 2025

Fire is a symbol of God's presence, power, and purifying nature. In Scripture, when God wants to reveal Himself in undeniable ways, He often comes in the form of fire.

THE GOD WHO ANSWERS BY FIRE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 18:20-39 Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 23:29, Hebrews 12:29, Psalm 97:3, Malachi 3:2-3, Revelation 1:14 INTRODUCTION: Fire is a symbol of God's presence, power, and purifying nature. In Scripture, when God wants to reveal ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:20-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Devil At Church

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 26, 2012

Interesting things happen when the devil shows up at church

The Devil at Church Jerry Watts Mark 1:21-28 * This story occurs in the normal flow of the life pattern of our Lord. He has just given the call to the fisherman to ‘follow me’ and now, in a very normal pattern for Him, He went into the synagogue on the Sabbath to teach. This man who ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Baptist

Lion Attack Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 8, 2015

Responding as godly people when Satan attacks.

“You are aware that all who are in Asia turned away from me, among whom are Phygelus and Hermogenes.” [1] Asics has produced an amusing ad. Two Xhosa men are walking and talking. “I’m no longer interested in Sandra Bullock,” says one. “It’s like in the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:15

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Not Safe, But He Is Good Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 6, 2019

Only Jesus has the power to free me from my bondage to my sin

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Making Jesus My Lord Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 6, 2019

Genuine salvation requires making Jesus “Lord” in both words and deeds

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Standing For Jesus Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 15, 2000

A word on social responsibility

A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 8 “Standing for Jesus: A Word on Social Responsibility” Acts 4:13-22 The Christians in the early church made a tremendous impact upon the society in which they lived. There were some things that stood out about them and marked them as the saints of God in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

At Jesus' Feet

Contributed by Steven Cook on Nov 22, 2000

This message teaches us about some of the people recorded in the Word of God who learned much at the feet of Jesus.

“At Jesus’ Feet” Luke 8:40-42 By Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Read - Luke 8:40-42 B. Mark that expression - “At Jesus’ Feet” C. Have YOU been to Jesus’ feet?? Do YOU know what it means to be at the feet of Jesus?? D. As we look at the stories in this 8th chapter, we’re going to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-42, Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is No Turkey

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 26, 2000

For Christ the King Sunday: This message contrasts the one-time celebrations to which we "invite" the turkey to the full-time, all-seasons lordship of Jesus.

After Thanksgiving dinner, the men in the house retired to the family room to share in that most sacred of spiritual rituals – we worshipped at the shrine of the great god football. And it was not long before someone scored a touchdown and went into a liturgical dance in the end zone: high fives, ...read more

Scripture: John 19:10-22

Denomination: Baptist

Tell It To Jesus

Contributed by Norm Beckett on Dec 29, 2000

when life deals a hard blow, tell it to Jesus!

"TELL IT TO JESUS" "John’s disciples came and took his body and buried it. Then they went and told Jesus", (Matthew 14 : 12). What a birthday party! What a present! Herod’s birthday feast. One does not need to think to long or hard, to picture what type of party was in progress. A wild ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

A New Jesus

Contributed by Garrol Finch on Dec 30, 2000

Many settle for a new concept of Jesus that has no conection to the Biblical Jesus.

A New "Jesus" Text: (Mat 24:4-24 KJV) And Jesus answered and said unto them, Take heed that no man deceive you. {5} For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many. {6} And ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:4-24, Matthew 16:24

Denomination: Pentecostal