Sermons on Tearful Entry:

Will Jesus Come To The Passover?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 24, 2021

Jesus kept the Law perfectly. Of course He would come to Jerusalem for the Passover. Passover requires a Lamb without blemish.

Will Jesus Come to the Passover? An Exposition of John 11:55-58 The Sanhedrin had just met and had condemned Jesus to death. The trial a few weeks later was for show. They had already decided that Jesus must die. John tells us that it would be according to the prophecy of Caiaphas the High Priest ...read more

Scripture: John 11:55-57

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Peace On Earth Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Dec 30, 2019

Christmas Eve Message. Look around, there is no peace on Earth. God did not wish for peace on earth, He gave us the Prince of Peace, Jesus Christ. Jesus is our Peace.

Scripture Reading - Luke 2:8–14 The first Christmas greetings from the angels that first Christmas morning was “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men.” Now 2,000 years later, look around, there is anything but peace. We hear of terrorist attacks, nation rising up ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Dangers Of A Hardened Heart

Contributed by Rev. Dwayne Kight on Jul 6, 2016

This sermon is directed at the largest source of hardened hearts, not the outside world, but inside the church walls.

I) Introduction: What I am about to say may shock you - but I believe it with all my heart: The hardest hearts in this world are not among the ungodly, but among God's people! When we think of hardhearted people, most of us think of avid atheists such as Madalyn Murray O'Hair ; the woman who was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Steps Of The Righteous

Contributed by Daniel Chapman on Aug 29, 2016

An insight of the 15 steps of the Holy Temple where it is believed to be where Jesus taught from. a comparison of the psalms of ascension to both; the pilgrimage to Jerusalem & the temple steps. This sermon is rich in history, illustration, & God's word!

he Steps of the Righteous Henry Ford said, “Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal.” Since our last service, I learned of 4 of us who are faced with certain obstacles that are seemingly giant-sized – Some, even to the point of ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

An Amazing Mission Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 17, 2020

Listen! The Lord Jesus Christ is on an Amazing Mission to save all of humanity. And I’ve already told you how he’s going to do it!

Jesus Is Amazing An Amazing Mission Mark 4:1-9, 13-20 Introduction Listen! The Lord Jesus Christ is on an Amazing Mission to save all of humanity. And I’ve already told you how he’s going to do it! We’ve been talking about the truth that Jesus is Amazing! He is an amazing teacher and friend ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-9, Mark 4:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jeremiah’s Unusual Purchases: A Clay Jar Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 13, 2021

A simple jar of clay was bought and then broken. God used something as simple as this for an object lesson.

Introduction: clay jars, or “earthen vessels (KJV)” have been in use for thousands of years. These jars came and still come in various sizes, colors, and so on. Even when these jars were broken (they’re just clay, after all) the pieces could be and were used for notes, receipts, and the like ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 19:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Many Moods Of Christmas

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 2, 2018

Everyone is so concerned about "Merry Christmas" verses "Happy Holidays". What about the context of either saying? Are you going through a good time in life? Then it is Merry but if you're going through a rough patch it can feel like salt in a wound.

Please open your Bibles to Luke 2:8-20 which we will read in a few minutes. In this part of the narrative of the Christmas story we read of the encounter of the angels with the shepherds on the night of the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem. With that in mind lets go ahead and read Luke 2:8-20. In ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Running The Race To Win!

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 2, 2023

The Corinthian version of the Olympics was something the people of Corinth knew well. Paul used this knowledge to show how believers could win, or lose, rewards depending on how each one runs his or her race.

Based on a message preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO; not an exact transcription. Introduction: Paul had led many Corinthians to faith in Christ during his stay there (see Acts 18). Now he’s away from them and he’s pointing out some problems these new believers were having. Here in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Alpha, The Omega, And The End Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Dec 17, 2023

Throughout this study we have seen God’s plan for humanity, even His plan for sin and death’s defeat. But, what we do with it is our choice … what will you choose to believe?

Alpha and Omega, Part 49, Revelation Part 26 The Alpha, The Omega, and The End Revelation 21:1-23 and 22:1-21 Dismiss children for nursery (under 4) and children’s church (ages 4-7) CHANGE: No Wednesday night for adults this week – enjoy holidays! Christmas Eve service: Sunday morning at ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:1-23, Revelation 22:1-21, 1 Corinthians 15:26, Luke 2:9, Matthew 5:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Creation Psalm Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Dec 22, 2022

The creation account is not limited to Genesis. The purpose of Psalm 8 is to praise God for creating the heavens, but even more for creating man. The introduction says a Psalm of David upon the harp.

This Psalm is sometimes referred to as the creation story of Genesis set to music. It was a Psalm of David that emphasizes the greatness of God, the revealed greatness of God, the glory of God in creation. Psalm 8 is truly the astronomical Psalm. The Psalm is full of praising God. There is praise ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Life Of Purpose.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 23, 2022

Zacchaeus was despised by the Pharisees – the most orthodox faith of the Jews. Jesus was rebuked by them for even eating with tax collectors (Mt. 9:11; Mk. 2:16; Lk. 5:30).

Living A Life Of Purpose. Luke 19:1-10NLT Recently, in a Delta flight magazine, one author wrote a column about a new course at Harvard business school for business leaders. At a cost of $13,000, the executives study absolutely nothing about business. Instead, for six days they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon: Responding To The Question, Who Is This? Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 23, 2023

Do you seriously believe this is a king? He doesn’t look majestic. Where is he from? The answer to this question, “Who is this Jesus?” is still the most important question to answer.

Sermon: Responding to the question, Who is this? Matthew 21:1-11 “ As Jesus and the disciples approached Jerusalem, they came to the town of Bethphage on the Mount of Olives. Jesus sent two of them on ahead. 2 “Go into the village over there,” he said. “As soon as you enter it, you will see a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11, Mark 11:1, Zechariah 14:4

Denomination: Methodist

The Church That God Wants

Contributed by Timothy Wong on Apr 6, 2023

What kind of characteristics does God want in His church

1 Thessalonians 1 : 6 - 10 6 And you became followers of us and of the Lord, having received the word in much affliction, with joy of the Holy Spirit, 7 so that you became examples to all in Macedonia and Achaia who believe. 8 For from you the word of the Lord has sounded forth, not only in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:6-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Putting Jesus First Isn't Easy. Series

Contributed by Michael Blitz on May 5, 2024

Martha's jealousy and anger drove her to the point where she was literally yelling at the Lord, and bossing him around. How did she get to this point? What is the point of service to God, family and church, and what can get in our way?

Good Morning. I got a fun story to start with as we dig into the story of Mary and Martha. It took place in 1956, and Tom Attridge was test piloting the brand new jet they wanted to use for the famous Blue Angels. Gunning it up to break the sound barrier, he was instructed to test fire his guns at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Anglican

Pentecost Sunday: There Is More

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 7, 2025

The Day of Pentecost for the Jew is a celebration of the Law. It is a celebration of the first five books of the Bible (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy) which establish God’s law in how we are to live.

Title: There is More Theme: To show that there is more than just the gift of the Holy Spirit but there is also the Baptism in the Holy Spirit. Text: Acts 2:38 Introduction The Day of Pentecost for the Jew is a celebration of the Law. It is a celebration of the first five books of the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Denomination: Church Of God