Sermons on Why Jesus Had To Die:

Why?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Mar 21, 2019

We have many questions that begin with the word, "why".

WHY? Luke 13: 1 – 9 Intro: How many questions can you think of that begin with “WHY”? 1) Why is the time of day when traffic moves the slowest called “rush hour”? 2) Why do we park our car in our “driveway”? 3) Why is the sky blue? 4) Why does our hair turn gray when we get older? 5) Why ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why The Miracles?

Contributed by Rich Cook on Jun 21, 2005

A sermon based on the book, "Surprising Insights from the Unchurched" by Thom Rainer. Jesus’ miracles drew a crowd. Why isn’t the church drawing a crowd?

Why the miracles? Purpose: Jesus cared for people enough to do something about it. People saw his love in his actions and responded to him personally. 1. Why did Jesus perform miracles? Why did he heal the lame, the blind, the diseased? It was just a few here and there. He couldn’t have healed ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Why? Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Mar 25, 2009

Some thoughts on the bitter cry of Christ on Calvary - "My God, my God, why hast thou forsaken me?"

1. FELLOWSHIP WITH GOD IS A VERY PRECIOUS THING Losing this fellowship is what caused the Lord Jesus such terrible anguish. Fallen man places no value on fellowship with God. How mistaken he is! 2. IT ISN’T WRONG TO ASK WHY Christ was sinless and yet He asked why. Why do decent people suffer? Why ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:34

What And Why The Gospel?

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Apr 29, 2005

I explained the meaning of the gospel, which is the subject of the whole bible, the New and Old Testament, in terms of why is it necessary to know the gospel to repent from sins, thus to have right relationship with God.

What and Why The Gospel? Then He opened their minds to understand the Scriptures. He also said to them, "This is what is written: the Messiah would suffer and rise from the dead the third day, and repentance for the forgiveness of sins would be proclaimed in His name to all the nations, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

Lord, If You Had Been Here

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Sep 27, 2002

God is in control even when it doesn’t feel like it.

Sermon: Lord, if you had been here! John 11 March 10, 2001 I. Introduction A. You know it’s going to be a bad day when: 1. you get pulled over and you haven’t even left your driveway 2. your birthday cake collapses from the weight of the candles 3. you call your answering service and they ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist

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?

Contributed by Danny Thomas on Sep 11, 2001

In this time of tragedy many of us are asking why. I hope this sermone will help.

Why? Psalm 2:1-11 1. Why do the nations rage and the people plot a vain thing? a. This is the question that have been on most of our minds…Why? b. This world is groaning with the birth pains of the last days. Mark 13:7-8 7 "But when you hear of wars and rumors of wars, do not be troubled; for ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Ps Trevor Bartley on Jun 20, 2017

We need to remember that the story doesn’t end with Jesus’ death, His death was the beginning of something great. He is currently in Heaven, in His resurrected body, and one day He will return, and when He does come again, it will not be as a baby!

We need to remember that the story doesn’t end with Jesus’ death, His death was the beginning of something great. He is currently in Heaven, in His resurrected body, and one day He will return, and when He does come again, it will not be as a baby! He will come as king and spiritual ruler. ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12

Denomination: *other

If I Had Just Looked Up

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Feb 6, 2023

The imagery of this Psalm is meant to give a sense of the comprehensive care of God for those who look to him. I must admit the most challenging times of my life, happened when I failed to “Just Look Up.”

TITLE: IF I HAD JUST LOOKED UP SCRIPTURE: PSALM 121 This morning we’re going to look at a Psalm about looking up. Charles Spurgeon called this A Psalm Of The Eyes. Psalm 121 is written to speak to the heart, the simple, poetic formula is meant to hit home in a memorable way. The imagery of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Baptism? Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 9, 2016

Why You Must Be Baptized

A. Introduction 1. Word means to dip or immerse. 2. No arguments in the Bible about mode or motivational sermons to be baptized. 3. Most abused because most visible. B. What is baptism? 1. Proper candidate – repentant sinner. 2. Proper mode – immerse in water. 3. Proper symbol - ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:38

Denomination: Baptist

Why Tragedy Occurs

Contributed by Steve Hereford on Nov 3, 2001

On September 11, 2001 America as we knew it changed. With the attacks of terrorists on New York and Washington, what was only seen on television had now become reality for all American’s. Join Pastor Steve as he examines the reasons for tragedy.

INTRODUCTION On September 11, 2001, America awoke to the shocking site of two planes crashing into the World Trade Center. Also in a matter of minutes another plane crashed into the Pentagon and a third which seems to have been meant for the White House. In the wake of all of this terror, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:22-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fixing The Problem

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Mar 25, 2023

Why did Jesus have to die on a cross? This is a simple and fairly brief presentation of the gospel.

Last week we looked at the story of Adam and Eve. After God created humankind, Adam and Eve were initially in good relationship with God. But God warned them that if they ate the fruit of a certain tree they would die. It wasn’t that the fruit of this tree was poisonous. The issue was disobeying ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7, Isaiah 53:6, Psalm 22:1, 1 Corinthians 6:20

Denomination: Baptist

Why?

Contributed by Greg Stine on Nov 25, 2000

This sermon was preached two days after the 19 year old brother of one of our deacons was tragically killed; it deals with the tough questions of life.

"WHY?" - Romans 8 2/20/00 Romans 8:1, 15-39 One of the unpleasant realities of the human existence is the fact that there are many more questions than answers. Adolph Hitler - 6 million Jews? Why? Lenin, Stalin - 30 million+. Why? Charles Manson Ted Bundy Jeffrey Dahmer Columbine? Divorce, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:15-39

Denomination: Baptist

So You Had A Bad Day

Contributed by C Jordan on Dec 5, 2014

Bad days are going to come into our lives, but they don’t have to overcome us. The story of Elijah gives us some principles to help us when the bad days come.

SO YOU HAD A BAD DAY BIBLE CHARACTERS: Who went through pain and suffering: • Job, Moses, Joseph, David, Daniel, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, Esther, Jeremiah, Paul – basically all of them! Even Jesus experienced great suffering and pain. • “Save me, O God, for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-21

Denomination: *other

The Beginning Of A Dynamic Ministry

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014

Exploring the ministry and mission of Jesus

The Beginning of a Dynamic Ministry Matthew 3:13-17 Series: Then Jesus… June 2, 2013 Morning Service Reading through the gospels will unmistakably cause one to encounter the person and the purpose of Jesus. The gospels are filled with the work and the purpose of Jesus. Every page reveals ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Church Of God