Sermons on Water Baptism:

Walking With Jesus In Newness Of Life Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 1, 2008

New life in Christ: how it is acquired, what it offers, and what are its evidences.

Walking with Jesus in Newness of Life Rom. 6:1-9 INTRO.: there is a distinctive life style for the Christian; a “Christian walk”, if you will. Col 2:6. “So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live in him,” It is different from the way the world lives. Eph 4:17 “you must no ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Danger Of Playing Church

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 13, 2023

We all have had the similar experience of having our taste buds seduced by a delicious meal.

But the moment we took one bite of that delicious food that looked so good, we immediately knew that one of the main ingredient that would have made this dish taste good, such as salt or pepper, was missing. There are some ingredients that can be omitted and it will ruin the whole dish. There ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Faith In Unexpected Places SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

Philip leaves a place of spiritual revival to venture into a desert, seemingly barren of life. Yet, it is here that he encounters an individual chosen by God to receive His word. This narrative explores the theme of finding faith in unexpected places and the divine guidance that leads us there.

Today, we will explore the fascinating account of the conversion of the Ethiopian eunuch, as recorded in the book of Acts. This story highlights the work of the Holy Spirit, the power of God's Word, and the role of a faithful servant in leading someone to faith in Jesus Christ. Philip's Divine ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-39

Topics: Faith, Divine Guidance, Evangelism

The Coming Of The Comforter

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Sep 3, 2024

Jesus is preparing his disciples for his departure.

The Coming of the Comforter John 16:1-16 1 These things have I spoken unto you, that ye should not be offended. 2They shall put you out of the synagogues: yea, the time cometh, that whosoever killeth you will think that he doeth God service. 3And these things will they do unto you, because they ...read more

Scripture: John 16:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship

Contributed by Randy Leckliter on Sep 16, 2002

What is a disciple ?

Discipleship Matthew 28:18-20 "Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you: and Lo, I am with you always even to the end of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Matthew 10:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Last Prophet

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 9, 2016

John’s message was “Repent!” So was Jesus’. Here is the distinction between the two. John urged repentance because he thought judgment was at hand. Jesus urged repentance because salvation was at hand.

Matthew 11:2-6 The Last Prophet 2/8/15 D. Marion Clark Introduction What would it have been like to encounter Jesus in the flesh? To see him with your own eyes, hear his voice, witness his deeds, and listen to his teachings? What impact would he have had on you? Our new sermon series thinks ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Symbols Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Jul 20, 2023

Symbols are used in the Bible to identify and reveal the nature of our God, the Lord Jesus, and the Holy Spirit.

The Symbols: Symbols are used in the Bible to identify and reveal the nature of our God, the Lord Jesus, and the Holy Spirit. He is called by symbols such as the Door, the Lamb, the True Vine, the Bread of Life, the Light, and the Lion of the tribe of Judah. Similarly, the Holy Spirit is symbolized ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Example Of Jesus' Suffering.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 13, 2023

It is in His victory that we are made victorious.

THE EXAMPLE OF JESUS’ SUFFERING. 1 Peter 3:18-22. The example of Jesus’ sufferings is set before us as our paradigm (1 Peter 3:18): we suffer, just as Christ suffers. Yet His suffering is unique in that it is vicarious: He suffered for us to bring us to God. He was put to death as to this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Follow The Instructions

Contributed by Kent Hawkins on Jan 23, 2001

God’s Plan of Salvation

Follow The Instructions I remember getting my first model for Christmas when I was 8 or 9 yrs old. On t/outside, top & all 4 sides, picture this beautiful car. Was 1967 Corvette (new at t/time). Inside box, set of instructions. #1, identify all parts - who needs to do that? I’m putting wrong ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:19, Acts 2:36-39

The Tabernacle Part 5 The Laver Series

Contributed by Dr. Steve Newton on Oct 3, 2017

Cleansing at the Laver

THE LAVER (Ex. 30:17-21; 38:8) We have studied DECISION at the gate, (God’s provision for sinful man) and ACCEPTANCE at the alter of sacrifice. We now come to the third step in the approach of man to God, namely, CLEANSING at the laver. Exodus 30:1 7-21 • The laver was a basin of brass set on ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 30:17-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Into All The World

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 8, 2017

Jesus said to to go, make, baptize and teach what?

Intro Among the notable sayings of Jesus are the Great Commandments and the Great Commission. Purpose Let’s look at the Great Commission that Jesus gave to His Church. Plan Let’s explore this in Matthew 28:16-20. Matthew 28:19 Go In Matthew 28:19 the first verb in the Great Commission is to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Thoughts For The Third Sunday Of Advent Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 3, 2016

I and you need to ask who Our Lord is in relationship to ourselves, and who we are in relationship to Him.

Third Sunday of Advent 2016 In nomine Patris, . . . “Who are you?” “Just who do you think you are?” “Who in the world???” All of these questions strike at the fundamental awareness of our personal existence. All of these questions merit an answer, because what ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

Denomination: Catholic

Character Study Of The Ethiopian Eunuch – Converted By Philip Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 26, 2025

The Ethiopian Eunuch’s story is a powerful testimony of how God reaches out to those who seek Him. His hunger for truth led to a divine encounter with Philip, and through the Scriptures, he found Christ.

CHARACTER STUDY OF THE ETHIOPIAN EUNUCH – CONVERTED BY PHILIP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 8:26-39 "Then Philip opened his mouth, and began at the same scripture, and preached unto him Jesus." (Acts 8:35, KJV) Supporting Texts: Isaiah 53:7-8, John 6:44, Romans 10:17, Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-39

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Testimony Of John

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Jan 11, 2008

The testimony of John the Baptist about who Jesus was and what He came to do.

John 1:19-28 The Testimony of John I. The Question (19-22) • Vv. 19-20 John the Baptist’s voice breaks 400 years of silence. • “The Jews” is used by John to describe many groups within the Jewish community; here it is referring particularly to the Pharisees. • Background on the Pharisees: 3 ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Key To Christian Living.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 5, 2024

We are dead to sin, but alive to God through our Lord Jesus Christ (ROMANS 6:11).

THE KEY TO CHRISTIAN LIVING. Romans 6:3-11. 1. Our Union with Christ is symbolised in our Baptism. The key to Christian living is found in our union with Christ, both in His death and in His resurrection. This is what is symbolised in baptism (ROMANS 6:3-4). The spiritual reality which ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational