Sermons on The Alpha:

Seeking

Contributed by Paul Stokes on Dec 20, 2005

Carol Service sermon focussing on the search by the Magi and encouraging people to join in that search.

Some of the questions people ask about pregnancy - and answers ! Should I have a baby after 35? (No, 35 children is enough.) How will I know if my vomiting is morning sickness or the flu? (If it’s the flu, you’ll get better.) What is the most reliable method to determine a baby’s sex? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christmas Eve - The Jesus We Never Knew

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Dec 23, 2006

Do we know the real story of Christmas? Surprisingly not. We also don’t really know who Jesus really is - God himself. I also draw from the traditional christmas passages in Luke and Matt

Rev. 22:13 I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End. These are the words of Jesus Christ, as recorded in the book of Revelation.They are bold. They are confident. They are all encompassing. They speak of a powerful dominating being. One who says, you want to ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Final Chapter

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jan 23, 2017

A message to encourage believers about the Second Coming.

"The Final Chapter" Revelation 22:12 Revelation 22:7 Behold, I come quickly: blessed is he that keepeth the sayings of the prophecy of this book. 8 And I John saw these things, and heard them. And when I had heard and seen, I fell down to worship before the feet of the angel which shewed me ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 22:7-17

Denomination: Baptist

The First And Last

Contributed by Grant Macdonald on Feb 28, 2012

Life is full of chaos but God is in control

Chaos is a state that most people don’t like to live in. Chaos and its cousins: confusion, disorder, mess, clutter, muddle, anarchy, and pandemonium are never welcome in my life. But for some reason, just like a natural gas salesperson, they keep knocking at my door; seeking to interrupt my ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Is This Jesus? Series

Contributed by Bob Ashcraft on Jun 10, 2001

Do we really understand the awesome, splendor of our Lord Jesus? Have we really considered the magnitude of our Lord? Though the whole Bible preaches Jesus, identifies Him as the coming King, one scripture truly reveals His glory.

Who Is This Jesus? Introduction:  Who is this Jesus?  Do we really understand the awesome, splendor of our Lord Jesus?  Have we really considered the magnitude of our Lord?  Though the whole Bible preaches Jesus, identifies Him as the coming King, one scripture ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5, 1 John 1:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Claims Of Jesus Christ In His Own words. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 4, 2024

Jesus Christ of Nazareth made several profound claims about himself during his ministry.

Jesus Christ of Nazareth made several profound claims about himself during his ministry. Through his teachings, parables, and interactions with others, Jesus revealed his identity, mission, and purpose. In this, we will explore what Jesus claimed about himself in his own words, based on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:27, Mark 2:1-12, John 14:9

"I’d Rather Have Jesus By Dr.w.samuel Legon

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 12, 2017

Jesus is all we need.

"I’d rather have Jesus by Dr.W.Samuel Legon Matthew 1:21-1:21 “I’d Rather have Jesus” because (1) He’s God’s Beloved son. Mark 1: 10 And straightway coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens opened, and the Spirit like a dove descending upon him: 11 And there came a voice from heaven, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Baptist

"I'd Rather Have Jesus

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jul 4, 2015

What we need is Jesus in our life.

“I’d Rather have Jesus” because (1) He’s God’s Beloved son. Mark 1: 10 And straightway coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens opened, and the Spirit like a dove descending upon him: 11 And there came a voice from heaven, saying, Thou ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:21

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is The Life Giver And Sustainer Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 14, 2020

Jesus through the Scriptures...

Jesus is the Living bread given by God so that we might have life Jesus is the bread of life, he who comes to Him will not hunger, he who comes to Him will not hunger, he who believes in him will never Thirst. He is the living bread that came down out of heaven, if anyone eats of this bread, he ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:8, Isaiah 44:6

In The Beginning Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jan 15, 2024

Genesis means beginning. In the Beginning we learn who GOD IS, and even more through creation. GOD spoke the universe into existence, from nothing to something. HIS WORD can take your nothingness and make it something good.

2023.01.14.SERMON. IN THE BEGINNING PART 1 WILLIAM AKEHURST, HSWC BIG IDEA: Genesis means beginning. In the Beginning we learn who GOD IS, and even more through creation. GOD spoke the universe into existence, from nothing to something. HIS WORD can take your nothingness and make it something ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5, Genesis 1:1-19, Revelation 1:8, John 1:1-5, John 5:46-47, Psalm 14:1, Romans 1:20, Colossians 1:16-18, Isaiah 45:18, Revelation 21:23, Revelation 22:5, Psalm 119:105, Psalm 119:130, Isaiah 60:1-2, John 8:12, John 3:19-20, 1 John 1:5-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ministering In Power

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 26, 2009

Holy Spirit comes upon believers to empower them for service; to do the works that Jesus Himself performed.

“Ministering in Power” Luke 4:1-2, 14-19 • This temptation of Jesus in the wilderness took place prior to any of His earthly ministry. • Jesus was full of the Spirit when He went into the wilderness. • Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness. • While in the wilderness, Jesus faced heavy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Interpreting The Ministry Of Jesus

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Aug 21, 2007

Being a follower of Jesus will bring us into conflict with those who are not his followers. However, being his follower means that we are called to help others to interpret his ministry so that they might become his follower too.

On and off, for the past 19 years Moira and I have been delighted to be able to spend time at her parents’ time-share apartment in Spain. The weather is predictably hot and the sun shines brightly! However, I was careless in packing my case. I was disappointed to arrive in Spain and discover that I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-56

Denomination: Anglican

Introducing Jesus Christ

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 19, 2024

How would you introduce Jesus that is what John is doing in the text today.

Introducing Jesus Christ Revelation 1:4-8 1. John is introducing Jesus to the 7 Churches Asia • So, how would we introduce Jesus. • you’ve heard expressions such as: “Please join me in welcoming …” • “It gives me great pleasure to introduce to you the one and only …” • “If we are introducing Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:4-8

Denomination: Methodist

From Here To Eternity Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006

Two views regarding the “Millennium reign” of Christ on earth. Note: word Millennium with ? and two arrows

A key word in verse is “THEN” Follows a “millennium” of Christ’s reign on earth (Rev 20:1-10) and a final judgment (20:11-15) DIAGRAM ON BACK Two views regarding the “Millennium reign” of Christ on earth. Note: word Millennium with ? and two arrows (explain) dotted line represents millennium as a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

New Creations

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jun 15, 2004

An encouraging and evangelistic sermon preached at a Baptismal service

New Creations. Baptism of Chris Andrews. 13th June 04 pm WBC 2 Cor 5:17-6:2 If anyone is in Christ¡K (PPT) Illustr: Real life event told by Fred of Kingsbridge: A local services man had gone to the local toilets as it was time to lock them up. As he was preparing to do so, in came two bikers ...read more

Denomination: Baptist