Sermons on Voluntary Death:

The Cross

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Sep 24, 2022

The message of the cross is a stumbling block to Jews and folly to Gentiles, but to those who are being saved it is the wisdom of God. Do we have a "cross centered" view today?

THE CROSS Text: 1 Corinthians 1:17-25, 1 Corinthians 2:1-6 OPEN WITH PRAYER AND THANKSGIVING I love studying God’s Word. I absolutely love it. I would rather study God’s Word than watch football or go to a UFC fight, which is saying a lot, because I enjoy both of those things. I would rather ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17-25, 1 Corinthians 2:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Eulogy Funeral Service For Bessie Payne Bryant

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 20, 2025

Bessie was an 87 year old Christian who walked with God most of her life. She was an African American woman born in western Alabama and later migrated to Cleveland, OH.

Funeral Eulogy Bessie Payne Bryant By Rick Gillespie- Mobley Psalm 139:1-18 Ecclesiastes 3:1-14 Summary: Bessie Payne Bryant was an elderly believer who loved her family, had a special bond with her sister, and gave her life to Christ as a child. It is amazing how God uses governments and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-18, Ecclesiastes 3:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Our Glorious Shepherd

Contributed by Dr. Michael Pope on Oct 27, 2015

The fifth 'I AM' saying of Jesus in John. Describes His eternal care for His Sheep.

OUR GLORIOUS SHEPHERD JN 10:11-17 Dr. M Pope This is the fifth of our Lord’s I AM statements in John’s Gospel. Certainly in making this statement, He is contrasting Himself to the false shepherds who were in charge of the Jewish religion of that day. He had ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Chaos In Chaotic Times – This Is Our World Now Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 17, 2022

The minds of politicians generally, and of public/civil servants and advisors, are so scarred by God-rejection, and humanism, and demonic influence, that they are incapable of knowing the mind of God in decency, honesty and moral effectiveness in decision making. Chaos is here.

CHAOS IN CHAOTIC TIMES – THIS IS OUR WORLD NOW There is a hymn that I hope is still sung despite all the inferior stuff that today passes as church music, and here is the first stanza – God, whose almighty word CHAOS and darkness heard, And took their flight: Hear us, we humbly pray, And where ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 24:7-12, Isaiah 24:20, Isaiah 24:1-4, Isaiah 14:3-5, Isaiah 14:10-17, Isaiah 24:5, Colossians 3:15, Isaiah 24:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Transfiguration (In The Style Of Who Wants To Be A Millionaire)

Contributed by Peter Fisher on Feb 7, 2013

An attempt to teach some of the amazing events in the transformation

Reading – Mark 9:2-9 The Transfiguration Introduction This talk will be in the form of a quiz, loosely based on Who wants to be a millionaire. The main difference being there is no million pound prize. Indeed no prize of any sort. Also the only qualification for taking part is volunteering. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9

Denomination: Anglican

From Anxiety To Acceptance Series

Contributed by Christopher Hill on Feb 2, 2004

Jesus’ experience at Mt Olives demonstrates his voluntary submission to crucifixion and how we are to handle a "No" answer to prayer. He demonstrates his humanity in his grief as he walks the path from Anxiety to Acceptance.

Hope Community Church February 8, 2004 Bro. Chris Hill Contemporary American culture values the independent thinker who can make quick decisions. I have even read in some of my leadership material that a true leader is not somebody who can make a good decision but one can make any decision. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Having The Mind Of Christ

Contributed by Thomas Donelan on Aug 22, 2010

Allowing the mind of Christ to be in us is a voluntary action, we must allow it to happen but once it does it will transform our lives. Let us see what is involved in getting the mind of Christ and what the characteristics of this mind is.

From The News: -Russian president Dmitry Medvedev and Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad entered into a written agreement that states that Iran will not use the spent fuel rods to make nuclear weapons. We know the Russians never lied to us and the Muslims have such a good track record keeping ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Am...the Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Jay Tigner on Apr 2, 2014

Jesus is the Good Shepherd.

THE I AM… STATEMENTS OF JESUS. There are many things about the Gospel of John that are unique and sets it apart from the Gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke. One of the distinctive characteristics of John’s Gospel is the highlighting of the “I AM…” statements of Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

No Better Sacrifice

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 23, 2018

Easter

NO BETTER SACRIFICE (JOHN 10:11-18) A website asked this question: “What have you sacrificed for love?” Some of the answers include: “I sacrificed my autonomy. Because when you love someone, all the things that you do when you are single and is still not committed to someone will be compromised or ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Am The Good Shepherd PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Explore and understand the characteristics, commitment, and sacrifice of Jesus as our Good Shepherd, who lovingly cares for us and laid down His life for our salvation.

Good morning, church family! Today, we're going to explore one of the most beautiful and comforting images of Jesus found in the Scriptures - The Good Shepherd. In John 10:11, Jesus says, "I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep." This simple statement reveals so ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11

Topics: Good Shepherd, Lays Down His Life

Symbols Of The Cross

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 8, 2001

What does the cross symbolize?

INTRODUCTION  When we look at a cross today what do we think about? What is the first thing that comes to mind when you see a cross?  What do we think when we see a person wearing a cross around their neck or in their ear lobes?  Does the cross stand for something to us ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The 7 Stages Of The Spiritual Journey From Birth To Death: Beginning, Prevenient Grace, New Birth, Growth, Holiness, Death, & Eternity

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Feb 6, 2022

You were born into the world, a crying baby, in a hospital most likely, with no knowledge of anything in the world around you. We are born in many ways a blank slate, however, we are born into a particular mindset, of self-interest.

1. Birth into a crazy world: Imago Dei / Corruption You were born into the world, a crying baby, in a hospital most likely, with no knowledge of anything in the world around you. We are born in many ways a blank slate, however, we are born into a particular mindset, of self-interest. We are born ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:11, Hebrews 3:12-15, 2 Corinthians 7:1

Denomination: Salvation Army

John 14:1-6

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Sep 4, 2001

Funeral Sermon for a faithful man in his eighties after lengthy heart problems

Funeral Sermon 4 June 2001 John 14:1-6 Rev. Roger Haugen Let not your hearts be troubled; believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And when I go to prepare a place for you, I ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

"What Would Jesus Say About Those Who Died In The Attack On America?”

Contributed by David Yarbrough on Sep 17, 2001

In this text we find what Jesus would say in light of the terrorist attack on America.

Intro: On Tuesday morning September 11, 2001 Dawn Robinson followed her usual morning routine while getting ready for work. Which consist of her morning quiet time where she prays for God’s leadership throughout the day. Shortly after arriving at work in New York City she made her way to her ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Three Truths

Contributed by Matthew Smith on Sep 25, 2002

An expository sermon of Hebrews 9:27

Introduction: I’ve been looking forward to this day for a several weeks now. In fact, Friday after lunch I went over to Beck’s Place and got my haircut. And so I’ve got a fresh haircut and what I hope to be a fresh sermon! In all sincerity, I pray that today God will speak to your heart and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27

Denomination: Baptist