Sermons on The Second Adam:

The Sign Of Cleansing The Temple Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 16, 2015

Jesus performed seven signs in the Gospel of John; the second sign was the cleansing of the Temple.

The Sign of Cleansing the Temple John 2: 13-25 Religious zeal was certainly a great part of Jewish culture: We saw in John 2: 1-12 that the purification rites of the Jews were held in high esteem, but exterior washings did not provide heart cleansing. The Savior changed the water into wine at ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Baptist

Exalting Jesus Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 27, 2015

Everything falls into place when we realize that Jesus is First and we are second.

Exalting Jesus Text: John 3:22-36 Introduction 1. Illustration: I’m part of the fellowship of the unashamed. The die has been cast. I have stepped over the line. The decision has been made. I’m a disciple of His. I won’t look back, let up, slow down, back away or be still. My ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Methodist

Loving Neighbor Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 12, 2021

Let's take a look at the second of the great commandments, love of neighbor.

Let's take a look at the second of the great commandments, love of neighbor. Matthew 22:39-40 The second is like it, ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ On these two commandments depend the whole Law and the Prophets.” The second great commandment is to love our neighbor as ourselves. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:39-40

Denomination: Baptist

The Chief Shepherd Protects His Flock

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 3, 2022

Four seconds remain on the clock. The coach calls a timeout. The players hustle over...

Four seconds remain on the clock. The coach calls a timeout. The players hustle over. They’re down one point but will get to inbound the ball at halfcourt. They listen intently as the coach draws up a play that if executed correctly, will win the game and the championship. Have you ever wished you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran

Preparing Ourselves For The "way Of The Lord"

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Dec 2, 2019

on the second Sunday of Advent we have John the Baptizer proclaim the coming of the Lord

Matthew 3:1-12 Today we begin the second week of Advent – a time of preparation as we celebrate the birth of Jesus and anticipation of His Second Coming. The message of John the Baptizer, who prepared Judea for the first coming of Jesus, tells us how to prepare for the coming of Jesus in this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Episcopal

Introduction To 2nd Thessalonians Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Sep 4, 2023

This introduction to 2nd Thessalonians describes the place, the history, and second missionary travels.

2nd THESSALONIANS - Chapter 1 A. Introduction: a. The Christians in Thessalonica were grateful to God for Paul's first letter, but it did not immediately solve all their problems. In fact, the persecution grew worse and some believers thought they were living in the time of the Tribulation. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fear Not; Be Not Afraid Part 2

Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Dec 12, 2023

This is the second part of the Bible Study lesson on fear. All passages are from the NKJV.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by brothers Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:28-38, Hebrews 3:12-18, Matthew 14:22-32, Mark 5:35-43, Luke 8:22-25, Hebrews 3:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Light To The Gentiles

Contributed by Dr. Robert Crowder on Nov 24, 2025

This is the second sermon in the Advent series, "The Gospel According to Isaiah."

Introduction: The World in Darkness Last week Isaiah showed us a tender Branch rising from a dead stump. Today he turns our eyes to the purpose of that Branch. Christ did not only come to give hope. He came to bring light. By the time Isaiah wrote, darkness lay heavily upon the nations. Sin had ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

New Beginings

Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 26, 2024

God gives each of us a wonderful gift and that is a new beginning. A second chance.

Opener: Good Morning Church! We are so happy that you have joined us this morning. We are beginning the new year right and so I want to talk to you this morning about new beginnings. So many of you know that I enjoy hitting the golf course now and again. I am not saying that I am really good at ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17, Isaiah 43:18-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Do You Look For In God's Purpose? Series

Contributed by Rob Hall on Dec 1, 2014

What God is trying to do in and with our world

What do you look for in God’s purpose? Text: Eph. 3:10-11 Intro: 1. If you were to describe God’s purpose to someone what would you say? 2. Generally we think of salvation and punishment, heaven and hell 3. Jesus uses various terms and concepts to describe his mission: seek and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Basis Of Our Justification

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 12, 2023

The basis of our Justification - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • One man’s failure brought mankind’s fall (vs 12-14) • One man’s fix bought mankind’s favour (vs 15-21) SERMON BODY ill: • I have a list of opposites, • I will give you a word and collectively shout out the opposite. • Happy x sad • Above x below • Broad x narrow • Ability x ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:11-21

Denomination: Brethren

The Crisis

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Dec 5, 2001

A Study of Jesus Christ’s victory over Satan upon the Cross.

John 12:31-33 Our word "crisis" is actually a Greek word. The Greek word, spelled with a ’k’ rather than a ’c’, carries all the meanings or definitions that the term does today. Those being: (1) a situation that has reached a critical phase, (2) a crucial time or state of affairs in which a ...read more

Scripture: John 12:31-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Know My Redeemer Lives

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jun 1, 2008

Boaz is a type of Christ, as the Kinsman redeemer. We are so encouraged about our Redeemer Jesus Christ through looking at Boaz in his providing for Naomi and Ruth.

Intro: when I think of something being redeemed I think of a pawn shop. Someone has gotten into a financial fix, gives something of value to the pawn shop, and comes back later to buy back their stuff. They redeem it. Something they owned had been lost, now they come to buy it back, to redeem it. ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Seven Wonders Of Christendom

Contributed by Craig Benner on May 30, 2012

People like to categorize the greatest places to go and see. The marvels and grandeur of these places are breathtaking. In christianity, there are also some mighty wonders. Let us make sure that they are our list of places to visit and see.

7 Wonders of Christendom Places we all have visited or are making plans to visit. Jude 3 3 ¶ Beloved, when I gave all diligence to write unto you of the common salvation, it was needful for me to write unto you, and exhort you that ye should earnestly contend for the faith which was once delivered ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lesson Iib2: The Beginning, The First-Born From The Dead Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 1, 2018

Christ is the originating source of the spiritual life of the Church—in respect to the state of grace, He is the beginning; in respect to the state of glory, He is the first-born from the dead. He gives to the Church its being, form, history, and glory.

6/1/18 Tom Lowe Title: Lesson IIB2: THE BEGINNING, THE FIRST-BORN FROM THE DEAD • “Special Notes” and “Scripture” follow related verses. • NIV Bible is used throughout unless noted otherwise. Colossians 1:18b (NIV) (Text) 1:18b: “he is the beginning and the firstborn from among the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist