Sermons on Witness For Christ:

Reactions Toward Christ

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 28, 2009

By repentance we give glory to our Creator whom we have offended; by faith we give glory to our Redeemer who came to save us from our sins. When you think of all that Christ has done for you, you’ll want to do your best for Him.

Opening illustration: The reactions of different people when encountering the awesome presence of God during the ministry time in Toronto, Canada. Let us turn to Mark 1 and see the different reactions people had toward Christ. Introduction: Jesus began to preach in Galilee, after that John was ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Having The Mind Of Christ

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 1, 2009

Advent message of having the mind of Christ. Having a concern for others and loving as Christ loved. That is something we can do only with God’s help.

Imitating Christ Humility Philippians 2:1-11 Introduction- This is the first Sunday of Advent . It is the time set aside for preparation. Preparation and celebrating the birth of Christ. We heard the Advent readings from Scripture. Jeremiah 33- ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

The Geneology Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 29, 2010

Often we moan when we come to the geneologies, but they are more exciting then we might think.

Intro: 1. Back in 1988, a man selling costume Jewelry approached Tanya Tokevich, and she ended up buying a ring for $ 20 dollars. She said, "It didn't look like much, it was dull, but I just thought it was nice." Later she decided to get it appraised it turned out to be an antique ring with a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The State Of The Dead In Christ

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Apr 11, 2010

This sermon encourages the body of Christ concerning those who die in the Lord.

Let us consider the following concerning those that die in the Lord: I. THEY ARE WELCOME INTO CHRIST’S IMMEDIATE PRESENCE. II. THEY WILL SEE HIS FACE AS HE IS. III. THEY ENTER INTO A STATE OF PERFECT FELICITY. IV. THEIR SPIRITS EXPERIENCE THE PROMISE OF REST FULFILLED. V. THEY ENJOY THE ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Soldier Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on May 1, 2010

Looking for a few good men.

THE SOLDIER OF JESUS CHRIST Titus 2 1But speak thou the things which become sound doctrine: 2That the aged men be sober, grave, temperate, sound in faith, in charity, in patience. 3The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviour as becometh holiness, not false ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Christ In The Garden Of Eden Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 9, 2011

Christ was there in the Garden of Eden: 1. Seeking to connect with sinners (vs. 8-9). 2. Seeing through our conniving ways (vs. 7-13). 3. Showing us the consequences of our sin (vs. 14-19). 4. Showing us the cross (vs. 14-15 & 21).

Old Testament Encounters with Christ Part 3: Christ in the Garden of Eden Genesis 3:1-21 (reading vs. 7-15) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 7, 2011 *We are looking at Old Testament encounters with the pre-incarnate Christ. -And tonight we will look at the Garden of Eden in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Vicarious Death Of Christ

Contributed by R. Escoanyelin Ortiz on Dec 9, 2011

TO TRY TO EXPLAIN THE MEANING OF THE DEATH OF CHRIST

WAS THE DEATH OF CHRIST VICARIOUS? THE WORD VICARIOUS MEANS SUBSTITUTE. SOME ARGUE THAT JESUS WAS NOT OUR SUBSTITUTE ON THE CROSS BECAUSE HE DID NOT SUFFERED THE FULL PENALTY OF OUR SINS. BUT WE CERTAINLY DESERVED THE PUNISHMENT HE WENT THROUGH! JESUS WAS INNOCENTE, AND WE WERE GUILTY! HE DID NOT ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Freedom In The Christ Child

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 11, 2011

He came for acceptance, He came for reconciliation, He came to save mankind from their sins, He came to show love, He came to heal, He came...He came to be glorified through you and me! **I want to give you three more important facts that Jesus came to

Freedom In the Christ Child Isaiah 9:6-7NLT For a child is born to us, a son is given to us. The government will rest on his shoulders. And he will be called: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. 7 His government and its peace
will never end. He will rule ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Keep Christ In Christmas

Contributed by Richard White on Dec 17, 2011

We have many traditions celebrated during Christmas, where did they come from? Are they scriptual? In this sermon we discuss the Star, the Magi, and the Christmas tree, but they are nothing without Christ, Keep Christ in Christmas

Keep Christ in Christmas Matthew 2:1-12 There are many traditions related to Christmas time. Some are Bible based and some are not. Last week we discussed the origins of the date, and of Santa Claus, today I wish to discuss The Star, The Magi, and the Christmas Tree. 1. The Star: a. Some think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christmas According To Christ

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Dec 24, 2011

Everyone has a view and perspective of the Christmas story, but Jesus has a unique perspective that we as His followers should try to understand.

Christmas According to Christ Text: Hebrews 1:1 - 18 By: Ken McKinley Everyone here today has heard the Christmas story. We’ve all heard it; and we’ve heard it from just about every perspective possible. I mean, I’ve heard it from the perspective of Mary and Joseph. I’ve heard it from the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christ Is The Head Of The Church

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jan 3, 2012

Ephesians 5

CHRIST IS THE HEAD OF THE HOME (EPHESIANS 5:21-6:4) What marriage means to you Different people have different definitions of marriage. So, what's yours? ACCOUNTANT: Marriage means making a profit, having another person to share the daily expenses. ECONOMIST: A man is said to be incomplete before ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Love Like Christ Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Dec 23, 2013

Christmas is a time that God showed us how much he loved us. Now He calls us to love other as He loved us. Let’s see some ways that God loved so we might learn to love like Christ!

Love like Christ Keep Christ in Christmas 12/21-22/2013 Introduction Slide Love. Love is a word that is quite overused. We love a lot of things. We love our football, our cars, our houses, our kids. We love our freedom, we love our guns. We love our dogs, and even our cats. We love chocolate and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Victory Of The Suffering Of Christ

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 1, 2014

In His victory we are made victorious, even when we suffer unjustly, and for His cause.

THE VICTORY OF CHRIST’S SUFFERING. 1 Peter 3:13-22. Who will harm us if we do that which is good (1 Peter 3:13)? The question is rhetorical. If God be for us, who can be against us (Romans 8:31)? Yet even if we do seem to suffer for righteousness’ sake (1 Peter 3:14), we have the blessing of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Is Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Jan 1, 2014

HOW DOES PAUL INTRODUCE JESUS CHRIST TO THE CHURCH AT ROME? WHO DOES HE SHOW CHRIST TO BE?

Romans 1:3-4 – Who is Jesus Christ Concerning his Son Jesus Christ our Lord, which was made of the seed of David according to the flesh; And declared to be the Son of God with power, according to the spirit of holiness, by the resurrection from the dead: I. In Romans 1:1-2 we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:3-4

Denomination: Church Of God

Lamps For Christ! (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jan 10, 2014

Jesus uses two great illustrations of what the Christian is. 1-Salt-To prevent decay and corruption, to flavor to living, to bring healing. 2-Light-To dispense and disperse light to a dark world!

Matthew 5:14-16-“You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house. Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Baptist