Sermons on sanhedrin:

Preparing For The Cross

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 5, 2022

Jesus’ innocence means His blood pays for our sin.

PREPARING FOR THE CROSS Luke 23:1-25 #Easter2022 SCRIPTURE READING: LUKE 23:1-25 [person from the congregation] INTRODUCTION…amacdonaldlaw.com/blog/2016/may/what-is-the-difference-between-innocent-and-not-guilty [adapted] As we begin today, we are going to jump into some simple law terms. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stephen: Boldly Going...

Contributed by Sean Smuts on Jan 15, 2003

Another from a series on the book of Acts.

Stephen: Boldly Going... Acts 6:7-15 Over the last month, we have looked at a variety of people from the book of Acts. We looked Ananias and his wife Sapphira, who blasphemed the Holy Spirit and were killed, we have looked at Peter and John, who were arrested and taken before the Sanhedrin, and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:7-15

Denomination: Mennonite

Leaving It All On The Field Series

Contributed by Quint Pitts on Dec 23, 2008

Sixth sermon in series focuses on the biblical purpose of worship--with emphasis on a lifestyle of worship and surrender to God.

LEAVING IT ALL ON THE FIELD Doing Life Together—Part 6 Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God--this is your spiritual act of worship. Romans 12:1 (NIV) Leave It All On The Field—“To exert maximum effort, to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: *other

The Witness Of John The Baptist

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Dec 13, 2017

John the Baptist pre-figured and prepared the way for the ministry of Jesus but the religious authorities of the day could not understand what John was doing in his preaching and especially in baptising Jewish people when there was no need to do so.

THE WITNESS OF JOHN (John 1:19-28) In this 1st chapter of John’s gospel he begins his message, his good news to demonstrate that Jesus is the Mind, the Reason, the Word of God come into this world in the form of a human being. Having set down this central thought, John now begins to tell the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

The Secret Disciple

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Mar 8, 2020

Understanding baptism

Message/Devotion March 8, 2020 John 3:1-17 The Secret Disciple The Reading “There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. 2 This man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher come from God; for no one can do these signs that You ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Innocent Man Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 22, 2008

Sermon #10 in John series dealing with Jesus’ trial before Annas (mentioned only in John)

John’s Gospel #14 An Innocent Man CHCC: April 6, 2008 John 18:13-24 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever been accused of something when you were completely innocent? The time that stands out in my mind was a traffic ticket. Now don’t get me wrong … I’ve had plenty of traffic tickets when I was ...read more

Scripture: John 18:12-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paul's Thorn In The Flesh

Contributed by Ron Macarthur on Mar 19, 2011

A study of what the scripture indicates is the real physical thorn in Paul’s flesh

The Thorn in the Flesh There is much conjecture about Paul’s “Thorn in the Flesh” but I believe that scripture makes it very clear about what the thorn in the flesh actually was. Please follow along as we address this question and study what the scriptures indicate is the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Hard Stuff

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Mar 13, 2014

Jesus tells us that much is required if we are to be true followers.

The Hard Stuff Luke 14: 25-27 Intro: The Bridger National Wilderness is located in the Teton National Forest in Wyoming. This 428,000 plus wilderness area has everything for hardened outdoors people. Over 600 miles of hiking trails going from lower elevations to higher where you can find glaciers. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Courtyard: A Place Of Hypocrisy Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 9, 2004

As we come to the last part of Matthew 26, we will see that those intent on trying Jesus were filled with prejudice because their minds were made up before they heard all the facts.

I get a kick out of hearing things that have actually been said in courtrooms. Q: Mrs. Jones, is your appearance this morning pursuant to a deposition notice which I sent to your attorney? A: No. This is how I dress when I go to work. Q: Could you see him from where you were standing? A: I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:57-75

Denomination: Baptist

False Testimony Series

Contributed by Russ Adams on Jul 26, 2013

This message examines two lies that the world is telling about the church.

July 21, 2013 Church Planting False Testimony Acts 6:8-15 Opening words: This summer we are looking at the first eight chapters of the Book of Acts. I have called this sermon series, Church Planting. So much has happened to this point. The Holy Spirit was unleashed on the world and the church was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:8-15

Denomination: Methodist

The Passion Of Our Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 26, 2024

Encourages perseverance in faith, recognizing Jesus as the Son of God, and understanding salvation through His self-sacrifice, especially during Holy Week.

Welcome, brothers and sisters, to this gathering of hearts and minds under the banner of our Lord Jesus Christ. I am thrilled to be with you all today, as we stand on the precipice of Holy Week, that sacred time when we commemorate the Passion of our Lord, His crucifixion, and His glorious ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4-9, Psalm 31:9-16

Topics: Passion, Lord

John's Witness

Contributed by Jeff Hughes on Feb 8, 2003

John the Baptist proclaims Jesus

John¡¦s Witness John 1:19 ¡V 23 I. Introduction a. Greetings and personal intro. b. Recap of last lesson i. The Word Became Flesh and dwelt among us (John 1:14a) 1. Word ¡V logos the essential Word of God 2. Dwelt ¡V tabernacled a. tabernacle as a type of Christ 3. Among Us ¡V no ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In Memorial

Contributed by Robert Dovenmuehle on Mar 27, 2013

A funeral sermon for Jesus of Nazareth, reflections of Nicodemus the Pharisee. A short Good Friday sermon

I want to thank you all for coming to my house tonight. I know that it was not easy for you to do so considering the horrible events of this day. I know that you fear the retribution of my fellow Pharisees and for you to bring yourself to the house of a Pharisee on this night of all nights ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Long Road Rome Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 7, 2021

Paul used personal ingenuity and shrewd strategy to accomplish God’s ultimate will. We, too, can better serve God if we embrace the unlikely combination of being innocent but yet shrewd.

The Long Road Rome (Acts 23:1-35) 1. Over the next few chapters, we are going to meet some interesting characters. 2. Today, we will be introduced to Felix (show photo 1). 3. In a few weeks, we will meet Festus (show photo 2). 4. Last of all, we will meet Agrippa (show photo 3). 5. Paul was in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:1-25, Luke 16:1-13, Matthew 10:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Not If, But When It Happens Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 9, 2020

This is the 8th sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Series: Action [#8] NOT IF, BUT WHEN IT HAPPENS Acts 4:1-22 Introduction: The Early Church started out strong. Things were exciting and thousands of people were following Jesus. There were mighty signs, wonders, healing, etc… going on all the time. The Church was experiencing phenomenal ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist