Sermons on Was Jesus The Messiah:

Palm Sunday: To Worship Jesus As He Really Is

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Apr 4, 2009

On Palm Sunday Jesus received a warrior’s welcome into Jerusalem, but Jesus was not that kind of Messiah. Do we worship Jesus as He really is, or as we want him to be?

Do we worship Jesus as he really is? Or do we worship Jesus as we want him to be? It’s a simple multiple choice question – A or B! Do you want to go 50/50? I’m not going to ask for a show of hands. I wonder what mode of transport you would select for a King. A donkey wouldn’t be top of my list, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus Is Heaven's Elevator

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 15, 2006

Jesus is Heaven’s Elevator 1) In Jesus God descends to us 2) In Jesus we ascend to God

One of the thrills of growing up in a big city like Tokyo was riding skyscraper elevators. In just seconds you would be whisked far above the noise of city traffic and be given a view that is out of this world. On clear days you could even see Mt. Fuji from these skyscrapers. Without elevators, ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Denomination: Lutheran

The Son Of Man

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Feb 21, 2022

The beautiful title "Son of Man" is important to the believer. This message looks at how this title establishes Jesus’ messiahship, how it establishes Jesus’ humanity, and how it establishes mankind’s victory over sin and death.

There is a beautiful praise song by Travis Ryan entitled, “Son of God, Son of Man” that goes like this: “Holy King on Heaven’s throne, heart of mercy to atone; so He takes on flesh and bone as angels sing Hallelujah. Son of God, Son of Man; Heaven’s Lion, perfect Lamb. Suffering servant, Great I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:61-62, Luke 18:31-33, Luke 19:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, The Son Series

Contributed by Anne Robertson on Sep 4, 2004

Phrase two of the Creed, "And in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord."

JESUS, THE SON TEXT: Matt. 3:13-17; 2 Sam. 7:11b - 16 For those of you just tuning in, we have begun a look at one of the ancient maps of the Christian faith, the Apostles’ Creed. I think it’s fair to say that every line of this creed has been questioned and debated from the very beginning. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Methodist

Recognising Jesus

Contributed by Andy Barnard on Dec 27, 2008

Jesus was recognised when he was born, is he recognised today?

John 1:1-12; Luke 2:7; 2:21-35 Can you imagine Jesus being right here and people not recognising him??? … That’s what happened. Want to look tonight at two men, one recognised Jesus as the Messiah and the other didn’t 1. Innkeeper a) Was too busy with his business b) Knew someone else would have ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Parables Of The Mustard Seed And The Leaven Dough Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Oct 17, 2022

Our parables today, we’re looking at two, are both illustrating the same point, and are found in both Matthew and Luke’s gospel recordings of the life of Jesus the messiah. We’re going to look at these parables from Matthew’s gospel, found in Matthew 13 starting in verse 31.

Our parables today, we’re looking at two, are both illustrating the same point, and are found in both Matthew and Luke’s gospel recordings of the life of Jesus the messiah. We’re going to look at these parables from Matthew’s gospel, found in Matthew 13 starting in verse 31. Jesus is teaching the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33, Matthew 13:34-35

Denomination: Salvation Army

Jesus Incognito

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 2, 2013

The two disciples walking on the Road to Emmaus that first Easter had experienced devastation; their faith had been shattered. They had no idea that their walk to Emmaus would end up becoming a walk of faith.

Jesus Incognito (Luke 24:13-36) 1. Death was handled differently in the ancient world… An archaeologist was digging in the Negev Desert in Israel and came upon a casket containing a mummy. After examining it, he called the curator of a prestigious natural history museum. "I've just ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus - The Saviour

Contributed by Steve Pearman on Mar 6, 2023

This was used in a series, but can stand alone, looking at people's understanding - then and now of Jesus. With reference to serving, authority, and kingship

WRONG IDEA OF KINGSHIP (37) It was apparent to many that Jesus was the Messiah. Some tried to ignore that, or push the idea to one side, because He didn’t fit into the image that they had of the Messiah. Indeed, we know that some of the famous passages in the Old |Testament about this Messiah spoke ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

The Christ

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Mar 5, 2009

Why is the term ‘Christ’ associated with Jesus’ name? What does ‘Christ’ mean? That is the topic that we will be considering today.

We find that in the New Testament, Jesus is referred to as “Jesus Christ” one hundred and thirty-four times. For someone new to the Scriptures, since ‘Christ’ follows ‘Jesus’ so frequently, one might get the idea that ‘Christ‘ is Jesus’ surname or last name. However, there are eighty-six times in ...read more

Scripture: John 1:41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Can Love Heal A Broken Heart?

Contributed by James Kirkland on Feb 14, 2011

The phrase “I Love You” will eventually bring up the response, “Why Do You Love Me”. Well now you can be on the spot. Why, Why, Why? What can I say, what should I say? Why do I love him or her?

Can Love Heal a Broken Heart? As you all know, it is Valentines time again. The candy makers have been working overtime, the florist have blisters on their fingers and band-aids on their hands from the rose thorns. And the greeting card printers have been producing hundreds of thousands of cards so ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Nazarene

Expression Of Eve's Faith Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 8, 2011

Last time we looked at Adam's faith now we need to look at Eve's faith.

Intro: 1. Ken Davis, "In college I was asked to prepare a lesson to teach my speech class. We were to be graded on our creativity and ability to drive home a point in a memorable way. The title of my talk was, "The Law of the Pendulum." I spent 20 minutes carefully teaching the physical ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1

Denomination: Baptist

Glory In Confession Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 30, 2010

Glory in Confession (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Matthew chapter 16 verses 15-23. (1), Background: (A), Geographically: Jesus is in what we might call a safe place: • Jesus and his disciples are in the region of Caesarea Philippi. • Caesarea Philippi lies about twenty-five miles Northeast of the Sea of Galilee. • This region ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:15-23

Denomination: Brethren

Why I Really Dislike 'x-Mas'

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Dec 23, 2010

I love Christmas, but I can't stand when people sub out Christ's title with an 'X' - here's 5 really quick/easy points that make good sense...

#1 I wouldn’t like them substituting my name out with an X or any other letter… It is impersonal and disrespectful. Yes, I realize that some think its okay because CHI (X) is the Greek initial for Christ, but it reminds me too much of ‘JC’ — which isn’t very ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

From The Cradle To The Cross

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Mar 23, 2015

From His birth to His death everything in His life shows Christ is the Messiah

Introduction: “But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, Though you are little among the thousands of Judah, Yet out of you shall come forth to Me The One to be Ruler in Israel, Whose goings forth are from of old, From everlasting.” Micah 5:2 I. The Location - This is debated among scholars and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

Thou Art The Christ

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 1, 2019

If Jesus wasn't the Christ, our faith would be in vain, and we would yet be without salvation. If He is the Christ, and we know He is, then He is the only source of hope for humanity. We all must deal with the question regarding the identity of Jesus. How we respond will affect our eternity.

Thou art the Christ Matthew 16: 13-16 As we continue looking at profound statements in Scripture, we come to an intimate moment with Jesus and His disciples. They have traveled from Bethsaida to Caesarea Philippi. It is here that Jesus asked a fundamental question – whom do men say that I am? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-16

Denomination: Baptist