Sermons on Suffocation:

The Centurion At The Feet Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 11, 2018

The story of this Centurion is listed in 3 of the Gospels because God wants us to see what he saw. What did the centurion see that day, and why did he cry out "Surely this was the Son of God"?

In the days of Jesus the most feared soldiers on the face of the earth were those of the Legions Of Rome. These men were practically invincible. It seemed to no nation of the day could stand against them. And one of the reasons they were so powerful and so feared was because their armies were led ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:33-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Man From Arimathea Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 19, 2018

How did Joseph become a member of the Sanhedrin and ultimately become a secret follower of Jesus? This first person presentation explores one possible explanation.

(I entered the auditorium from the side entrance to our baptistery – reading a scroll and entranced in thought. Much of the message was presented on floor level with me standing close to the audience and speaking directly to them) (Looking up, a bit surprised) Oh… shalom. I am afraid I am a bit ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:57-66

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Born To Die Part 1 Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 12, 2023

We dig into the undisputed fact that it was God’s will that Jesus was born to die.

JUST JESUS: CHAPTER BY CHAPTER THRU LUKE Born to Die Part 1 of 3 LUKE 22:13-23 #borntodie CHRISTMAS SERIES INTRODUCTION As Christians, there are some distinct truths that we believe in and because of those beliefs there are philosophies or ways of thinking about life and living we DO NOT believe ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:13-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Dennis Fox on Jul 28, 2022

The Good Shepherd protects the sheep from the wolves. Wolves are always circling the flock, just waiting for their chance. Are you willing to stand with the Shepard? Are you willing to be a sheepdog?

Good Shepherd 25 Apr 2021 Richardson I read an article about a band of killers and thieves roaming the Iraqi countryside. As if this country hasn’t had enough problems, now they have these gangs stealing sheep and attacking shepherds. These killers work in well trained teams with each member ...read more

Scripture: John 10:12-13, Matthew 5:16

Denomination: Other

Live As Sheep Of The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on May 9, 2022

Do we really know what it means to be sheep—even sheep of the Good Shepherd?

It is a tradition that goes back hundreds of years. Christians set aside one Sunday in the Easter Season as “Good Shepherd Sunday.” We can understand why this practice has stood the test of time. Christians love to think of Jesus as their Good Shepherd! Think of the emotions that a picture like ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Whom Will You Meet In Heaven? Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 7, 2022

There is so much speculation about heaven but we have very little to go on in the word. People express the hope of heaven being a reunion and we look at that. Whom do you want to meet in heaven? That is what we will consider here. Heaven could be very close.

Whom will YOU meet in heaven? INTRODUCTION Talk to Christians about heaven and what that will be like, and you have so many variant answers. That is normal, for none of us knows any details and a lot of what we think is more in line with our own assumptions. What will you do there? Will we ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:21, John 12:20-21, Matthew 10:37, 2 Corinthians 5:6-8, Psalm 116:15, Psalm 31:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is The Gospel? (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 8, 2023

1 Corinthians 15:1-11 teaches us what is the gospel.

Scripture The text we have been considering for our 2023 Passion Week is 1 Corinthians 15:1-11. Let us read 1 Corinthians 15:1-11: 1 Now I would remind you, brothers, of the gospel I preached to you, which you received, in which you stand, 2 and by which you are being saved, if you hold fast to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Easter Evidence Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

The sermon introduction discusses the significance of the cross as a symbol of Easter, highlighting its original use as a tool of execution and torture, and its transformation into a symbol of special meaning and beauty.

He is risen! I’m happy to see you this Resurrection Sunday! Does anyone have a new cross necklace? I’ve always thought that if you don’t like giving chocolate and bunnies, a cross could make a great gift for Easter morning. Whether you received it today or have worn it for years, how many of you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-32, 1 Corinthians 15:17-21, Matthew 28:13

Topics: Resurrection Sunday, Symbolism Of Cross, Easter Gifts

Sermon Series: The Easter Challenge

How To Get The Most Out Of A Sermon Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 27, 2025

To benefit from today's message, just believe, appreciate, and learn from the preaching of God’s Word.

Sue Hammons, from Lubbock, Texas, talks about four-year-old Jason, who was visiting his grandparents. Grandpa was in his study intently reading. Jason walked in carrying a peach, said something Grandpa didn't catch, and handed the peach to him. Thinking his wife had sent him a snack, Grandpa ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:11-21, Hebrews 2:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Why Tell Shepherds And Ignore Kings?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 23, 2024

Why did God announce the birth of His Son to humble shepherds and ignore informing kings?

“In the same region there were shepherds out in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And an angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were filled with great fear. And the angel said to them, ‘Fear not, for behold, I bring you good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Fourfold Hallelujah

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 6, 2025

Revelation 19

FOURFOLD HALELLUJAH (REVELATION 19) Queen Elizabeth and her bodyguard once met an American hiker who did not recognize her in the hills near her Scottish castle at Balmoral. The hiker asked the queen, “where do you live?” to which she said, “London, but I have a holiday home just over the hill ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Spirit As Fire Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 20, 2025

Throughout the Bible, God presents Himself as fire. Fire has many positive and helpful effects that reflect the way the Holy Spirit works in our lives.

Introduction: A. This past week, our nation has watched in horror as parts of the city of Los Angeles were destroyed by wildfires. 1. As of the writing of this sermon on Thursday…25 people had died in the fires, 12,300 structures had been destroyed, and 100,000 people had been evacuated. B. It is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:28-29, Matthew 3:11, Psalm 139:23-24, Zechariah 2:5, 1 Thessalonians 5:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"get Up Out Of That Grave" Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on Mar 28, 2024

What's exciting about the empty tomb?

Last Christmas, our family decided to do something different. We decided to take a vacation together in Orlando. A few of us are runners and my Son wanted to run one of the Disney series of races so we went to Disney, camped out in Ft. Wilderness and had a “running vacation.” I chose to do the ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Because Of Fearing God

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Apr 5, 2024

If we really fear God, meaning we have great respect for Him, we regard Him highly, we are in awe of Him, our attitude or behavior will be so different. Even toward those who would want to harm us, our reactions would be far from the ordinary.

“Now when Sanballat and Tobiah and Geshem the Arab and the rest of our enemies heard that I had built the wall and that there was no breach left in it (although up to that time I had not set up the doors in the gates), Sanballat and Geshem sent to me, saying, ‘Come and let us meet ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Heals Series

Contributed by Kory Labbe on Aug 3, 2025

WE BELIEVE that the work of Christ on the Cross provides healing of the human body (Isaiah 53:4–5; James 5:14–16; 1 Peter 2:24).

INTRODUCTION Larry Miley grew up in the northeast corner of the Ivory Coast, where his father was a missionary physician. When he was 14, he was laid low by a bout of malaria, and his father gave him an injection. All seemed well at first, and Dr. Miley returned to his hospital, not knowing the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-5, James 5:14-16, John 9:1-7, Exodus 15:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God