Sermons on Sacrificial Atonement:

The Da Vinci Delusion

Contributed by Terry Blankenship on May 16, 2006

The Da Vinci Code has pushed all the wrong buttons for orthodox Christianity. There are four basic reasons why believers are upset about the upcoming movie.

The Da Vinci Delusion Matthew 16:13 / 2 Corinthians 11:1-4 Josh McDowell makes a great case when he describes the insidious nature of the Da Vinci Code. He states, "It’s not that the majority of our churched young people aren’t interested in spiritual things and don’t want a relationship with ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13

Denomination: Baptist

Narnia: The Journey Of Life

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Dec 10, 2005

This sermon explores 4 characteristics you must have to succeed in our Journey of life for truth and life. It contrast these characteristics with Narnia, the Magi and ourselves.

Narnia: The Journey of Life Matthew 2:1-12 Intro.: A. How would you define life? Some perhaps might say that life is happiness, success, family, longevity, etc. But those are really Goals in life. What is life? - Ecc. 3:2; there is a time to be born and a time to die. - We know that there is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Adventist

The Concern About Fasting Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Apr 12, 2017

What began as a confrontation regarding the practice of fasting, turned into a lesson regarding the doctrines of salvation. Christ is the only means of salvation. We must come to Him by grace, through faith, in Christ alone.

The Concern about Fasting Mark 2: 18-22 Our text today deals with a passage that is often misunderstood, and even overlooked by many. Some argue the passage is confusing, and they fail to see the great significance it reveals. Actually Jesus revealed great doctrinal truth in this conversation with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:18-22

Denomination: Baptist

An Eventful Night In Bethany Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 19, 2018

A Jesus entered the home of Simon the Leper, many were there. Some out of curiosity; some came to see the spectacle; one, in particular, came to worship.

An Eventful Night in Bethany Mark 14: 1-11 Today we begin a journey through a very eventful and emotional chapter in Mark’s gospel. The events recorded cover a span of just over twenty-four hours. At the conclusion of the chapter, we will find Jesus accused and condemned of the Sanhedrin in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

"The Prophet Meets The Messiah”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jan 6, 2022

When Joshua had the priest step into the Jordan River, they knew God was present, His promise. becoming reality. A new future, past gone but not forgotten. At the River Jordan, Jesus brings a new beginning. (Quotes from Leonard Sweet)

In Jesus Holy Name January 9, 2022 Luke 3:16,21-22 “The Prophet Meets the Messiah” “The Mystery of God” said Isaiah, “is a bittersweet mystery.” It is a mystery for all kinds of people. Those who are bitter against God, or so,for what they consider His lack of concern, and a mystery for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:19-21, Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Lutheran

"Baptism Is More Than Fire Insurance”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jan 8, 2025

100 mile and hour winds. Burning homes, business, thousands must flee the hot, endless flames. In baptism one commits their life to following Jesus, receiving forgiveness, and the Holy Spirit. (check out Martin Luther's definition to the 3rd article of the Apostle's Creed.

In Jesus Holy Name January 12, 2025 Luke 3:21-22 “Baptism is More Than Fire Insurance” 100 mile an hour winds …Burning homes. Burning business. Thousands of people fleeing Pacific Palisades, Altadena, Pasadena, parts of Malibu… we are told that thousands of homes and buildings have been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:15-22, Mark 1:9-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Blood Of Christ

Contributed by Paul Norwood on Nov 5, 2012

Sermon focusing on eight accomplishments of the blood of Christ and what they mean to us.

“The Blood of Christ” Text: Ephesians 1:3-10 I. Welcome II. Introduction We just concluded a study of The Gospel According to Matthew on Sunday evenings. Of course, some of the last lessons in this series were centered on the death, burial and resurrection of our Lord. While we often talk about our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Plan For Fathers

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 17, 2001

Fathers need to take leadership seriously and engage the family by exercising sacrificial leadership.

A prestigious private school on Manhattan’s Upper West Side has recently outlawed the celebration of family holidays. In a letter to parents, they said, “after much thought and discussion, [we] will not be celebrating Mother’s Day and Father’s Day.” One of the school’s directors explained that, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:11-17

Denomination: Methodist

A Mother's Love Series

Contributed by Cesar Verdeflor on May 9, 2007

A mother cannot give a perfect love but she can give a sacrificial love.

A MOTHER’S LOVE AND CARE (Selected Verses) In 1914, a woman from West Virginia named Anna Jarvis spearheaded a campaign to help persuade U.S. president Woodrow Wilson to set aside May’s second Sunday as a national day for recognizing mothers all over the world. She orchestrated a letter-writing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:16-28

Denomination: Baptist

“he Did What We Could Not Do” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Dec 12, 2012

Christ lived a sinless life so He might die a sacrificial death.

In verse 6, we learned that Christ is the eternal God of the universe, who set aside His eternal rights, to accomplish His eternal purpose - that He be glorified by His creation through the lives of redeemed men and women who walked in intimate love relationship with Him. Verse 7 says Jesus was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Choice's That Change Our Lives

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jun 8, 2014

A sermon that challenges believers to take a stand for the Scriptures, biblical separation and sacrificial service.

"CHOICE'S THAT CHANGE OUR LIVES" Joshua 24:15 Joshua 24:15 ...choose you this day whom ye will serve; whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the flood, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land ye dwell: but as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD. ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Baptist

Why Did God Forsake Him? Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 7, 2019

He could save no one by His life; it is His sacrificial death that saves.

Tom Lowe 12/5/19 Why Did God Forsake Him? Why Did God Forsake Him? It took me quite a while to become comfortable with my answer to that question. It is the title of today’s sermon. And when we are done, I hope you will say along with me, “I am glad he turned his back on ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1, Mark 15:34

Denomination: Baptist

Cain And Abel PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 25, 2023

Sacrificial standards, sibling strife, and stewardship, and how to apply these in our daily lives.

Good morning, beloved friends and family. We are gathered here today to delve into the sacred text, to seek wisdom and understanding, to be guided by God's Word in our daily lives. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the fourth chapter of Genesis. As we prepare to examine this chapter, let's ...read more

Topics: Offerings

34. The New Covenant Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 5, 2018

God through grace, provides the means from within Israel to fulfill the Covenant agreement from the side of man

[IN GOD’S IMAGE 34 – THE NEW COVENANT] This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning with God in ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-33, Hebrews 8:6, John 10:17-18, 2 Corinthians 5:21, 1 Peter 2:24, 1 Corinthians 11:24-26, Ephesians 2:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Christmas Card From God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 15, 2003

Psalm 104 was sung at the Day of Atonement. What was so important about this Psalm that it had that particular honor?

OPEN: How many of you send out Christmas cards? There was a woman who had waited until the last minute to send Christmas cards. She knew she had 49 folks on her list. So she rushed into a store and bought a package of 50 cards without really looking at them. Still in a big hurry, she ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 104:1-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ