Sermons on Touching Christ:

3 Appearings Of Christ

Contributed by Steven Cook on Nov 22, 2000

This message teaches us of the 3 appearings of Jesus Christ: As Prophet; as Priest; and as King.

“The Three Appearings of Christ” Hebrews 9:24-28 By Dr. Steven G. Cook I. Introduction A. Read – Hebrews 9:24-28 B. In the Jewish economy, there were 3 offices that were vital to the Jews: Prophet; Priest; King C. Throughout Jewish history, we can see that God instituted the offices of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

Christ - The Only Way Series

Contributed by W. Bryan Wheeler on Dec 17, 2001

Religious Pluralism is wrong - Jesus Christ is the only way to God!

‘No Other Way, Truth or Life—but Jesus Christ’ Preached on October 7th 2001 Text: John 14:1-6 Intro: We are living in what some have called the post-Christian era, where, for most people, Jesus Christ has become totally irrelevant. People still have their religion, but, don’t talk to them about ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Christ: More Excellent

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jan 3, 2002

He is better than the prophets, better than the Law and the sacrifices, better than the angels.

About 6 or 7 years ago a new merchandizing craze began, and although at the time I thought it to be another passing fad, it seems that it has not only not died out...but has really only slowed down a little bit in all that time. I’m referring to angels. The merchandizing of everything ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-4

Denomination: Orthodox

The Second Coming Of Christ

Contributed by Keith Bunch on Jan 5, 2002

What does the Bible really say about the Rapture? Will Jesus come secretly? Will People really be left behind? Is your Knowledge based on fact or fiction?

Pastor Keith R. Bunch Antioch Baptist Church of Dandridge, Tennessee 1. Pre-Tribulation Doctrine: Secret Rapture - 7 Years of Tribulation - Second Coming of Christ - Judgment Sermon Text: (Matt. 13:24-30; 36-43) "Parable of Wheat and Tares" 2. Is the Rapture of the Church a Secret ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christ - A New Hope

Contributed by Aaron Matthews Sr on Jan 20, 2002

Seeing Christ as the real hope for our lives.

Text: Hope does not disappoint, because the love of God has been poured out with our hearts through the Holy Spirit who was given to us. (Romans 5:5 – NAS) “I’d rather not celebrate Christmas this year,” the hallow-eyed young woman stared at the snow at her feet. “I just don’t see the point in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:5

Denomination: Holiness

All In All In Christ

Contributed by Joseph Wallis on Jan 23, 2002

A sermon on the "all"s of Philippians 4.

DEVOTIONAL MESSAGE TITLE - All In All In Christ TEXT - Phil. 4: 1-23 INTRO. - There are certain outstanding words in the Book of Philippians repeated again and again throughout the book. One word that stands out is the word Joy or Rejoice -- see 1:4, 1:18, 1:24-25, 2:2, 2:16, 2:17-18, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Are You "In Christ"?

Contributed by Matthew Brown on Mar 30, 2002

This sermon shares the advantages of being In Christ.

Are you “In Christ?” Pt I Eph 2:10 – I was created for a purpose. God has made us what we are. He has created us in Christ Jesus to live lives filled with good works that he has prepared for us to do. 2Co 5:17 – I’ve been created over again. A fresh start. Whoever is a believer in Christ is a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christ Arose And Is Risen Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Mar 30, 2002

We will look at the death, burial, and resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Jesus fulfilled 37 prophecies in a 24 hours period and several more on Sunday Morning...

Christ Arose and is still Risen Jesus’ Death Jesus Buried Jesus Arose and is Risen DBF 3/31/02 Boy we really had fun last Friday celebrating our “Agape Feast” and going over our roots to the celebration of Passover. We talked about all the lambs that we slain that pointed to the one true and ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

One In Christ Jesus

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002

All discriminations are destroyed in Christ - racial, class and sexual.

READ: Galatians 3:26-29 (Text: v28) The churches of Galatia were facing a grave danger. Certain legalists had come among them teaching that much of the Old Testament Law was still binding upon Christians. They reasoned that God’s promises extended ONLY to Jews, and that gentiles would have to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:26-29, 1 Thessalonians 4:1-6, Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Confidence Through Christ"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 9, 2002

There is an answer to overcoming a lack of confidence.

2 Corinthians 5:1-10 “Confidence Through Christ” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA One of the most painful things that humans often have to live with is a lack of confidence. This lack of confidence causes us all kinds of troubles. Early on, it ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

The Ascension Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Chuck Herring on Apr 22, 2002

When we come face to face with the ascension of Jesus Christ, our lives are changed.

“THE ASCENSION OF JESUS CHRIST” Acts 1:9-11 April 14, 2002—FBC, Richland In one of the Calvin and Hobbes cartoon strips, Calvin and Hobbes are lying under the shade of a tree on a hot summer day. Calvin, the hyperactive little boy, asks, “What if there is no heaven? What if this is all we get?” ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Seeing The Unseen Christ Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 23, 2002

We need to practice God’s Presence.

SEEING THE UNSEEN CHRIST Psalm 105:4 S: Presence of God Th: Seeing the Unseen Christ: How His Presence Transforms Life Pr: WE NEED TO PRACTICE GOD’S PRESENCE. KW: Questions TS: We will answer in our study of Scripture three questions about practicing God’s Presence. The _____ question we will ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 105:4

Denomination: Baptist

Being Christ Minded

Contributed by Donovan Myers on Apr 27, 2002

Issuing from following Christ are some responsibilities...

PHILIPPIANS 2:1-11 Whether the relationship is between a parent and a child, between a boy and girl, or between former strangers who now form the body of Christ; there are some things that must be present if the relationship is to be authentic or real. There must be genuine friendship and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Characteristics Of Christ's Outreach

Contributed by John Knight on May 2, 2002

A look at the evangelistic nature of Jesus’s ministry to the Samaritan woman.

Characteristics of Christ’s Outreach John 4:1-41 Introduction: Our church is in a new phase of outreach. Opportunities abound, but we need to be wise and understand how best to take adavatage of the situation. Jesus said the fields are ripe and ready for harvest. If we are to be harvesters we ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-41

Denomination: Holiness

Christ Gave Of Himself

Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 3, 2002

Jesus Christ makes salvation possible because he became our substitute for sin’s punishment.

A VIOLENT ENEMY OF THE CROSS OF CHRIST. A DESPISER OF ALL CHRISTIANS AND ONE WHO ABHORRED EVERY SINGLE WORD OF THE CHRISTIAN MESSAGE. A BITTER PERSECUTOR OF THE PEOPLE OF GOD AND ONE WHO ENJOYED REEKING HAVOC WITHIN THE CHURCH. PROBABLY AS WICKED AND MEAN AS OSAMA BIN LADEN AND SADDAM HUSSEIN ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:15-21

Denomination: Free Methodist