Sermons on Truth Of Christ:

Christ's Three Apperances Series

Contributed by Frank Lay on Sep 19, 2004

As we examine these verses, we discover that there were three appearances of Christ. His past appearance took place in the incarnation. His present appearance is in the heavenly Holy of Holies. His future appearance will take place at the second advent

CHRIST’S THREE APPEARANCES Hebrews 9:23-28 The book of Hebrews talks about the superiority of the Sacrifice of Jesus Christ over the OT sacrifices. The OT High Priest entered the Holy of Holies to present us before God. Christ entered a more perfect tabernacle. The OT sanctuary was merely a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Christ, The Lord Is Born! Series

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Dec 22, 2004

Theme: Celebration The day has finally arrived! We have planned, organized, and made everything ready. When the baby is born, everyone celebrates. When the newly-born baby is laid in our hands, the world stands still. All the headaches of making prepar

The birth of a child is an exciting time. I remember when our first son, Adam, was born. Throughout the pregnancy, it was hard for me to believe that there was actually a baby growing inside Lisa. Now, Lisa had no problem knowing this, especially once he started kicking her in the ribs or lying on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:6-20

Denomination: Methodist

The Glorious Appearing Of Christ

Contributed by Gary Merillat on Oct 18, 2000

The past, present, and future activity of Christ on behalf of mankind. Good for use at Easter or on a study of the ministry of Christ.

Illustration: Dr. E. Stanley Jones, the famous missionary, wrote in his autobiography a story about a friend, who was called upon to conduct a funeral service. This friend wanted to do the funeral exactly as it should be, so he turned to the New Testament to see how Jesus conducted a funeral. What ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:24-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Seeing Ourselves In Christ

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: We need to look to God to tell us who we are.

Thesis: We need to look to God to tell us who we are. Intro.: 1. < Show the congregation a mirror > a. "This is obviously a mirror." 1) You probably look at one several times each day (some more/less). 2) Anytime you want to see how you look, step in front of a mirror. b. Looking at the unseen ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Christ Typified By Adam

Contributed by Daniel Parks on Oct 18, 2000

On the sixth day of creation, "Then God said, 'Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion .

On the sixth day of creation, "Then God said, 'Let Us make man in Our image, according to Our likeness; let them have dominion ... over all the earth ...' And the LORD God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living being" ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27

The Relationship Of Christ To The Saints

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

3 FACETS OF THE RELATIONSHIP OF THE LIVING AND REIGNING CHRIST TO THE SAINTS 1.

3 FACETS OF THE RELATIONSHIP OF THE LIVING AND REIGNING CHRIST TO THE SAINTS 1. The Living and Reigning Christ is God's Gift to the Church a. God gives good gifts to His children 1) we have the best possible leader 2) we have this leader as a gift from God b. The church are "the called out ones" ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:22-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christ - A Curse For Us

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. "I wish you were dead! Go to hades! Get out of here and don’t ever let me see you again!" "You are no longer part of this family.

1. "I wish you were dead! Go to hades! Get out of here and don’t ever let me see you again!" "You are no longer part of this family." 2. His father was angry. He cursed his son with more words than I can tell you here this evening. His father was angry at him and he let him know it. And not only ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Certainty Of Christ's Love

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

B. THE CERTAINTY OF CHRIST'S LOVE FREES US TO FACE THE FUTURE WITH JOYFUL CONFIDENCE A lesson of reassurance for believers: If Christ demonstrated his love for us in the past, when our condition was awful, how much more will Christ continue to love us into the future, now that our relationship w

B. THE CERTAINTY OF CHRIST'S LOVE FREES US TO FACE THE FUTURE WITH JOYFUL CONFIDENCE A lesson of reassurance for believers: If Christ demonstrated his love for us in the past, when our condition was awful, how much more will Christ continue to love us into the future, now that our relationship ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Personal Resolution In Christ

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 18, 2000

Mastery of Godâs Called A.

Mastery of Godâs Called A. Following the prize (12) 1. Refutation of completion (12a) 2. Continuation of intention (12b) C. Forgetting the past (13) 1. Repudiation of the past (13a) a. Good b. Bad 3. Concentration in the present (13b) a. ÎReaching forthâ - The Greek word points out the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Our Pattern Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THE PATTERN FOR BOTH HUMBLING OURSELVES AND BEING EXALTED BY GOD IS JESUS CHRIST

BIG IDEA: THE PATTERN FOR BOTH HUMBLING OURSELVES AND BEING EXALTED BY GOD IS JESUS CHRIST 1 Peter 5:6 "Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you at the proper time." Otherwise, if we try to exalt ourselves, God must come along and humble us. Remember the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Personal Resolution In Christ

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 18, 2000

I. Mastery of God’s Called A.

I. Mastery of God’s Called A. Following the prize (12) 1. Refutation of completion (12a) 2. Continuation of intention (12b) B. Forgetting the past (13) 1. Repudiation of the past (13a) a. Good b. Bad 2. Concentration in the present (13b) a. ‘Reaching forth’ - The Greek word points out the strong ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Christ-Exalting Worship Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000

For a church to be effective, there must be Christ-exalting worship.

Christ-Exalting Worship Psalm 96; s.s. I. Foundation of Biblical Worship A. Music (Psalm 96:1-2) B. Ordinances (Psalm 96:2b) C. Witnessing (Psalm 96:3,10) D. Prayer (Psalm 96:4) E. Giving (Psalm 96:8) F. Scripture (Psalm 96:13) II. Fundamental Worship at Antioch A. Acts 11:27-30 (Offering ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 96:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Empowered By The Authority Of Christ

Contributed by Robert Tomas on Oct 22, 2002

What sort of authority should govern a Community and how should a leader exercise it?

OCTOBER 18, 2002 WORSHIP SERVICE SCRIPTURES •First Reading: Is. 45: 1, 4-6; •Psalm: 96:1, 3-5, 7-10 •Second Reading: 1 Thess. 1:1-5 •Gospel: Mt. 22:15-21 REFLECTION Three years ago, Enya and I were blessed to have led a Community worship based on the same Scripture Readings we have this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-21, Isaiah 45:1-5

Denomination: Catholic

The Second Coming Of Christ

Contributed by Matt Black on Oct 27, 2002

A brief doctrinal overview of the Second Coming of Christ. A summary.

THE SECOND COMING OF JESUS CHRIST INTRODUCTION: New years. We anticipate the coming of the New Year. But there are many outside of these doors that are also anticipating it. They don’t realize that 1998 might not come! You see the reality is that Jesus Christ could come before this year is ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-3, 1 Corinthians 15:51-54

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christ Must Increase Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 3, 2002

Looking at John the Baptist’s words that he must decrease and Christ must increase teaches us to do the same.

First Baptist Church September 22, 2002 >I< John 3:22-36 When you think about words, the word "DOWN" doesn’t have many positive meanings. It’s a word reserved for cowards, losers and bear markets. It’s a word that is to be avoided or ignored. When you attach it to other words it brings them ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Baptist