Sermons on The Body Of Christ:

Christ And The Commandments Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Sep 2, 2012

The commandments are meant to crush us...and then draw us to Christ.

Christ and the Commandments Mark 10:17-23 Rev. Brian Bill 9/2/12 I heard about a guy who bought a new refrigerator and didn’t know what to do with his old one so he put it in his front yard with a sign that said, “Free to good home. You want it – you take it.” For three ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:18-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Watchmen For Christ Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Sep 7, 2012

Today, just as there was in Isaiah’s day, there is a need for the people of God to assume the role of watchman.

Isaiah 21:6-10 WATCHMAN, WHAT OF THE NIGHT? Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church Intro: The year/689 BC/world/in turmoil. • Babylonian Empire/under attack/Assyrian Empire. All of the nations in that area hoped that Babylon would be able to defeat the Assyrian aggressors to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 21:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Return Of Christ Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Dec 1, 2014

In the Parable of the Fig Tree Jesus taught that one can tell what is coming by watching the signs. As surely as one can discern the approach of summer by the leafing of a tree, so these signs announce the nearness of the kingdom.

LUKE 21: 24-29-33 [PARABLES IN LUKE] THE RETURN OF CHRIST / THE FIG TREE [Romans 8:18-25] The portion of Jesus’ discourse we are looking at this morning entails what is to be after the time of the Gentiles has been fulfilled in respect to Jerusalem. The heavens will be observably ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:24-33

Denomination: Baptist

The Call Of Christ

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 10, 2013

The call of Jesus is a call to a relationship, a call to be His disciples and a call to be disciple-makers.

Matthew 4:18-20 THE FIRST WORDS TO PETER 18 As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon called Peter and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net into the lake, for they were fishermen. 19 "Come, FOLLOW ME," Jesus said, "and I will make you fishers of men." 20 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Bride Of Christ Series

Contributed by Dan Bauder on Sep 11, 2013

Jesus is the Bridegroom. We (the church) are his bride.

OUR IDENTITY IN CHRIST #3 “The Bride of Christ” Adapted from a message by James Steen Ephesians 5:22-25 September 1st, 2013 Solid Rock Baptist Church Rev Dan Bauder INTRODUCTION For the last 2 weeks we have been looking at our identity in Christ. First, we saw who we are as a child ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

Abiding In Christ Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 23, 2016

The ultimate goal of every believer should be Christ-likeness. The closer we walk with Him, growing in grace, the more like Him we become. In order to live victorious, fulfilling Christian lives, we must abide in Christ.

Abiding in Christ 1 John 3: 18-24 Living a Christian life requires much more than church attendance during weekly services. Being known as a Christian is literally to be known as a follower of Christ, one who strives to live life as Christ lived. Being a Christian isn’t merely ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:18-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Witness Of Christ Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 24, 2016

Many are skeptical of the church and the Gospel. In times of difficulty, we must abide in the truth, rather than shying away from it. The faith we have in Christ will sustain us in times of need. We must be faithful to proclaim Jesus to others.

The Witness of Christ 1 John 5: 6-12 As I read these verses I was reminded of the difficulties of that day. John lived during the early days of the church, while she was yet in her infancy. The Gospel was being shared and many were saved, but false doctrine and heresy abounded as well. Many ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Claims Of Christ

Contributed by Scott Spencer on May 24, 2014

How do you respond to the claims of Christ? Do you question His right to your life? Do you assert your own rights over him? Or do you humbly surrender to Him and submit to His will? We must all see the importance of being responsive to Christ and the danger of being unresponsive.

The Claims of Christ Mark 11:27-33; 12:1-12 Jesus’ Authority Questioned 27. They came again to Jerusalem. And as He was walking in the temple, the chief priests and the scribes and the elders came to Him, 28. and began saying to Him, “By what authority are You doing these things, or ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Soldiers For Christ Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on May 29, 2014

The fourth in a series dealing with the parables found in Matthew. This sermon was preached on Memorial Day and so it somewhat ties in with that holiday.

Soldiers for Christ: (Parables of Matthew Part Four) Text: Matthew 13:18 – 23 Well it’s Memorial Day weekend; and as you all know, Memorial Day was a holiday created originally for the purpose of honoring the men and women who gave their lives in service to this country. There’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:18-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Attitude Of Christ.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 8, 2014

Following the example of Jesus.

THE ATTITUDE OF CHRIST. Philippians 2:5-11. “Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus…” (Philippians 2:5). As we begin to evaluate this exhortation of the Apostle Paul, it is appropriate to ask some questions, not only of our text, but also of its context. Who is this Christ ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Service Of Christ

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 10, 2013

The road which the Lord sets before us is not easy. It requires us to give up our selfish ambition, and to walk the path of service. Yet it is a route which leads to a crown of glory for ALL who follow Jesus.

THE SERVICE OF CHRIST. Mark 10:32-45. The disciples of Jesus were amazed that Jesus had ‘steadfastly set His face to go to Jerusalem’ (Luke 9:51). They were beginning to have the clear apprehension that such a route would lead to their Master’s premature death, and that the promises of His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Return Of Christ Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 14, 2013

If you truly believe in Jesus Christ and that He can return to earth for you at any moment, what should your attitude be?

Please open your bibles to the Gospel of Luke Chapter 17. We noted a few weeks back that Luke 17 focuses on faith. Faith can move deeply rooted trees and even mountains. Faith can do miracles! Faith is powerful! In our passage today we will note that faith will heal! How is our faith? In your ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Following Christ

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 19, 2011

This message was inspired (outline borrowed) from another pastor. The call of Christ is more pressing and demanding than the average believer considers it to be.

Following Christ Luke 9:57-62 * In his book "None of These Diseases”, S. I. McMillen, tells a story of a young woman who wanted to go to college, but her heart sank when she read the question on the application blank that asked, "Are you a leader?" Being both honest and conscientious, she ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Baptist

To Whom If Not Christ?

Contributed by William Wyne on Dec 9, 2011

The sermon is designed for the believer to trust in the presence and provision of Christ.

There is a song that says: Where do I go when there’s nobody else to turn to? Who do I turn to when nobody wants to listen? Who do I lean on when there’s no foundation stable? I go to the rock, I know He’s able, I go to the rock. When the earth all around me is sinking sand, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-71

Denomination: Baptist

Temptations Of Christ

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 12, 2011

Jesus being tempted in three important areas of life 1. Our need for food 2. Our need for identity and 3. Our need to worship The choice is how we respond

Introduction Leo Tolstoy tells this story: A young Russian inherits his father’s small farm. He immediately starts dreaming of how to expand his property when one morning a well-dressed stranger visits him and makes him an offer that is too good to be true. He could have free of charge ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Anglican