Sermons on Why Christ Died:

Why Are We Here? Series

Contributed by Ricky Burke on Jul 5, 2001

This is the fourth sermon in a series of messages entitled, "The Basic Questions of Life."

We are nearing the end of a series of messages called, "The Basic Questions of Life." This series has examined some of the basic questions most folks ask at some point in their lives. Questions such as: "Is there a God?" "Is the Bible reliable and true?" "How did we get here?" And the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:27

Denomination: Baptist

Church Why Bother?

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Oct 28, 2018

A description of the ways churches have mistreated people and turned them off when it comes to going to church. A word to these people on what to do.

CHURCH WHY BOTHER Bob Marcaurelle Copyright 2010 by Bob Marcaurelle “We must not give up assembling together as some people are in the habit of doing. We should encourage one another, especially since we see the day (of Christ’s coming) drawing near.” (Hebrews 10: 25) Even in New Testament ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25, Acts 2:43-47, Matthew 28:18-20, Philippians 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Why Become A Saint? Series

Contributed by Peter Kelly on Aug 25, 2021

Series #2 in the series. The fact that God no longer sees a Christian as a sinner ought to turn us tuward what sainthood means.

I. Introduction A. Review Paul’s introduction -Last week we looked at the first part of Paul’s introduction to the church at Corinth. -Even though the letter contains several areas of chastisement, or correction, Paul begins by encouraging the church at Corinth. -He reminds them ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:4-9

Why Repentance Matters Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jun 1, 2010

3rd in a series on Living without Regret

Text: Jonah 3 Title: Why repentance matters Introduction Sermon series “Living with No regrets – taken from the book of Jonah Jonah chapter 3 – Title “Why repentance matters” Then the word of the LORD came to Jonah a second time: "Go to the great city of Nineveh ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Now Shall We Live? Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Apr 5, 2004

Since Jesus died for our sins, what should be our response? Here are three: restoring our relationships, forsaking our sin, and carrying our cross.

Who really killed Jesus? What crime did Jesus commit? Just how badly did Jesus suffer? Why did Jesus die? Couldn’t there have been another way? How now shall we live? Good Friday: What did He say and when did He say it? How now shall we live? Series: The Passion of the Christ: True or false? Text: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23, John 11:51-52

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do We Need A Savior?

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 17, 2004

This is one of the marvelous passages in Scripture and often preached by many but this takes a unique look at God’s Gracious gift in Jesus Christ His Son.

“Why Do We Need A Savior?” John 3:16 Because Of… A. A SACRED PERSON. (v. 16a) For God Leviticus 11:44; Matthew 5:48; 1 John 1:7; 3:3; Deuteronomy 32:4; Exodus 34:6-7; Jeremiah 42:5; Psalm 100:5; 136:1-3; 2 Peter 3:9 B. A STRONG PASSION. (v. 16b) so loved 1 John 3:1-2, 16; 4:8-10, 16, 19; Romans ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

Why I Believe Christianity Is True

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

We come from a Designer, which should cause us to consider what the point of life is; this can only be found in Jesus Christ.

Where do we come from? 1. Random accident 2. Designer Who are we? 1. A collection of molecules 2. A significant creature with an eternal soul If 1 is true, what is purpose of life? 1a. Hedonism- “eat, drink and be merry, for tomorrow we die!” O’D’s pleasure centres. 1b. Altruism (enlightened ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-26

Denomination: Baptist

Why Are We Here?

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jan 25, 2003

God left His people here as physical and visible illustrations of the nature and person of God, which implies the seriousness of our fulfilling our purpose.

Why Are We Here? Text: Eph.1: 9-10 Intro: The question we’re considering today is one that has puzzled mankind for many years. That question seems to gnaw at the soul of man, for somewhere in the core of his being he knows that life must ultimately have a purpose—that he must have a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Mephibosheth-Surprised By Grace Series

Contributed by Peter Amerman on Jun 3, 2005

Mephibosheth, the son of Jonathan, had every reason to expect that the wrath and judgment of King David would fall upon him. He was the grandson of King Saul, and the nephew of Ishbosheth, both David’s enemies. Instead, he received grace from the king- he

Mephibosheth- Surprised by Grace 1 John 3:1- “How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!” Continuing our series on Unknown Faces from the Bible, remember that there are unknown characters in the Bible whose names and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lord, Why Me!? Series

Contributed by Dixon Olu. David on Dec 14, 2004

In every probability, each one of us would have sometimes asked the question, “Lord, Why me?” But, wait a minute. Have you ever look at the other side?With all the blessings, mercies and grace of God all around you, have you ever ask God, “Lord, Why me?”

THEME: OUR GOD IS GOOD TOPIC: LORD, WHY ME!? TEXT: Ps. 139: 1-24; Job 23: 1-17 SPEAKER: Dixon Olu. DAVID DELIVERD: 12th December, 2004 Introduction In every probability, each one of us would have sometimes asked the question, “Lord, Why me?” Consciously or unconsciously, directly or ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Denomination: Foursquare

Why Me, Lord?

Contributed by Scott White on Jun 17, 2016

The lesson deals with the age-old topic of how to deal with pain, sorrow, and grief. It talks about the need to understand that God is in control, and that sometimes there are blessings contained in those heartaches we experience.

Opening scripture: Isaiah 55:6-11 I can remember very well the days that all of my children were born. They were special days, obviously. But the days my last three were born were had a little extra kick because I was able to be in the delivery room, to be there when those 3 took their first ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Is This Information Included?

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 4, 2018

A study in the book of Genesis 25: 12-18

Genesis 25: 12-18 Why is this information included? 12 Now this is the genealogy of Ishmael, Abraham’s son, whom Hagar the Egyptian, Sarah’s maidservant, bore to Abraham. 13 And these were the names of the sons of Ishmael, by their names, according to their generations: The firstborn of Ishmael, ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

From The Cradle To The Cross

Contributed by Monte Brown on Jan 15, 2007

Typical Easter sermon- Jesus died on Friday and arose from the dead on Sunday. What happened during those three days? And now, the rest of the story!

Introduction: Typical Easter sermon- Jesus died on Friday and arose from the dead on Sunday. What happened during those three days? And now, the rest of the story! The Wages The wages of sin is…? (Eternal death). What happens the moment a person dies? (Soul leaves body). Jesus died as the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Why We Forgive Series

Contributed by Pastor Jeff Hughes on Jan 5, 2014

Based on Dr. John A. McArthur's book "The Freedom and Power of Forgiveness" in reading or hearing this message we learn that we are nothing less than hypocrites when we do not forgive. For more information on this topic,read MacArthur's book! (1/5/14)

**I preached this sermon, based upon concepts from John MacArthur's book "The Freedom and Power of Forgiveness", originally in 1999. Since then, I have preached it a few times and have modified it to fit in a devotional format. Over the next few weeks, we will discuss the topic of forgiveness, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18-21

Denomination: Bible Church

Why Are You Weeping?

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Mar 8, 2016

My God is alive for ever more.

WHY ARE YOU WEEPING? John 20: 11 But Mary stood without at the sepulchre weeping: and as she wept, she stooped down, and looked into the sepulchre, 12 And seeth two angels in white sitting, the one at the head, and the other at the feet, where the body of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 20:11-17

Denomination: Baptist