Sermons on Taste Death:

For This Purpose I Have Come Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 1, 2018

The Advent series this year explores the instances when the Master spoke of the purpose in His coming. This is the first message in this Advent series as Jesus spoke of the purpose of His coming.

“‘Now is my soul troubled. And what shall I say? “Father, save me from this hour?” But for this purpose I have come to this hour. Father, glorify your name.’ Then a voice came from heaven: ‘I have glorified it, and I will glorify it again.’ The crowd that stood there and heard it said that it ...read more

Scripture: John 12:27-36

Denomination: Baptist

Assurance Of Triumph

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

CHRIST'S DEATH (THE ULTIMATE SUFFERING FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF LIVING FOR ETERNITY AND IN THE CONTEXT OF COMMENDABLE CONDUCT) FULFILLED THE WILL OF GOD AND HIS RESURRECTION SECURED VINDICATION AND VICTORY I.

CHRIST'S DEATH (THE ULTIMATE SUFFERING FROM THE PERSPECTIVE OF LIVING FOR ETERNITY AND IN THE CONTEXT OF COMMENDABLE CONDUCT) FULFILLED THE WILL OF GOD AND HIS RESURRECTION SECURED VINDICATION AND VICTORY I. CHRIST'S DEATH FULFILLED THE WILL OF GOD (:18) A. His Righteousness -- The Paradox of His ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Man In The Middle Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 2, 2019

Jesus endured much as He was crucified on Golgotha. He was beaten, humiliated, mocked, and blasphemed. He endured all of that for you and me. He took our place on the cross. I am thankful for the Man in the middle.

The Man in the Middle Mark 15: 22-32 Today we begin the most sobering and somber section of Mark’s gospel, dealing with the crucifixion of Jesus Christ our Lord. I am well aware that this was God’s plan for our redemption. I am thankful for the cross and the willingness of our Lord to take our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:22-32

Denomination: Baptist

Sold Out

Contributed by David Dewitt on Sep 21, 2002

We are to have a total commitment to Christ as He has given a total commitment to us

Sold Out Matthew 16:21-28 September 1, 2002 Introduction One of the most frustrating times I can remember as a child was one time that my brother and I tried to go see one of the Star Wars movies. We stood in line for what seemed like forever to get the tickets for the afternoon show only to find ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Church Of God

Buried By A Friend Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 16, 2019

Following the crucifixion, the hill of Calvary had grown silent. The sneering crowds had gone, and the soldiers were left to their work. An unlikely candidate showed up to remove Jesus' body and provide for His burial.

Buried by a Friend Mark 15: 42-47 Our text records a somber and uncertain time for Jesus’ followers. He and the other malefactors are now dead. Calvary has become silent as the mocking crowds have dispersed, leaving the soldiers to their work. From a human perspective, all seemed lost as Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

Why Did Jesus Die

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 4, 2002

Jesus died not only to pay the price for our sin and to defeat Satan but to change our lives forever.

WHY DID JESUS DIE? II CORINTHIANS 5: 14-18 Introduction: Recently in speaking with a young man, I asked, "Why did Jesus die?" He replied that Jesus was crucified because he had angered the Jewish religious leaders. He knew the historical facts surrounding the death of Christ but had no concept ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

If We Ever Needed To See God

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 7, 2021

We face trying times. This is no time to be afraid or be ashamed. But we cannot do this in ourselves. We need to see a vision of God.

When We Really Need to See God Mark 9:2-9 Transfiguration Sunday comes every year just before Ash Wednesday. There are only three Gospel texts which tell about the Transfiguration, so it becomes a challenge to repeat a story we have heard so many times. The accounts are quite similar. Luke adds ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9, Mark 9:1, Mark 9:10-13, Mark 8:31-38, Mark 8:27-38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Sovereign's Crown

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 13, 2014

Sermon based on Psalm 24.

"THE CROSS, THE CROOK & THE CROWN" Pt. 3 - The Sovereign's Crown Psalms 24:7-10 Psalms 24:7 Lift up your heads, O ye gates; and be ye lift up, ye everlasting doors; and the King of glory shall come in. 8 Who is this King of glory? The LORD strong and mighty, the LORD mighty in battle. 9 Lift up ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Ashamed Of Jesus?

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 9, 2017

In 1765, Joseph Grigg (1720-1768) of England wrote the wonderful words of the song "Jesus and Shall It Ever Be," which proposes several answers to the question, "Ashamed of Jesus?" The answers are various ways of saying "I will never be ashamed of him!"

Ashamed of Jesus? Things have changed much in this country in the last 40 years. I now find myself surprised when I hear the name of Jesus mentioned in a public setting. Not only have judges handed out rulings that restrict the mention and exhibition of things pertaining to the Christian faith, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16, 1 Corinthians 1:31, Acts 4:12, John 17:4-5, Mark 8:38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"A Light That Shatters The Darkness”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Aug 17, 2023

I don’t think I have ever seen a stained glass window of Jesus laughing. Did He laugh when Jonah landed on the beach smelling like whale breath? When the wedding party tasted the best wine ever, did He smile? In his discussion with a Canaanite woman is He smiling through the words?

In Jesus Holy Name August 20, 2023 Text: Matthew 15:28/Isaiah 9:1b-2 Pentecost XV - Redeemer “A Light That Shatters the Darkness” I have seen many beautiful stained glass windows displaying various aspects of the life of Jesus. But I don’t think I have ever seen a stained glass ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28, Isaiah 9:1

Denomination: Lutheran

Christ's Final Week: Crucifixion

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 10, 2006

The cross of Christ is the most important structure ever erected in all of history.

Disclaimer: Source material for this sermon has been gleaned from many different sources. I have attempted to acknowledge these sources whenever possible. Christ’s Final Week: Crucified John 19:1-18 At Christ’s observance of His last Passover meal, He told the disciples that His body and His ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-18, John 19:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Go Traveling! Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 25, 2017

1. The Road of Sin and Death 2. The Crossroad of God's Grace 3. Walking In Christ through His Holy Spirit

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10 Theme: Let's Go Traveling! 1. The Road of Sin and Death 2. The Crossroad of God's Grace 3. Walking in Christ through His Holy Spirit INTRO: Grace and peace from God our Father, from Jesus Christ our Savior and from the Holy Spirit who cleanses ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

"We Are Not Spare Parts"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 28, 2003

The Transfiguration of our Lord.

Mark 9:2-9 2 Kings 2:1-12 “We Are Not Spare Parts” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newpot News, VA In our Gospel Lesson for this morning we see that Jesus led Peter, James and John up a high mountain... ...and this was the place where Jesus “was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9, 2 Kings 2:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

'psalm Of Protection And Blessing!' Psalms 91:13-16

Contributed by Tony Abram on Aug 16, 2008

My wife and I have traveled and ministered in over 125 countries for the past 46 years. We have encountered many types of travel, from walking, riding mules, pulled by horses in wagons, ship, boat, canoe, train, car, bus, planes of all sort and even carri

’Psalm of Protection and Blessing!’ Psalms 91:13-16 My wife and I have traveled and ministered in over 125 countries for the past 46 years. We have encountered many types of travel, from walking, riding mules, pulled by horses in wagons, ship, boat, canoe, train, car, bus, planes of all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:13-16

God's Son Is Baptized

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 21, 2011

EPIPHANY 1 - God's Son is baptized by John the Baptist. Jesus came to his Father's work. The Father praises our humble worker.

GOD’S SON IS BAPTIZED (Outline) January 9, 2011 - Epiphany 1 - MATTHEW 3:13-17 INTRO: Mankind’s sinfulness needs God’s forgiveness. Jesus came into this world as the very love and mercy of God. Jesus did not travel from place to place with fanfare. Jesus did not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Lutheran