Posts from 2025 (Page 4)

Two Triumphal Entries of Christ

Luke 19:28-40; Revelation 19:11-16 There is a difference between what we want andwhat we need.God always gives us what we need and He gives itto us exactly when we need it. This morning we are going to examine the two triumphalentries of Jesus. The first one is familiar to you because itis preached every year…

Fixing our Eyes on Christ

Matthew 14:22-33; Matthew 26:30-35; Luke 22:55-62; John 21:15-17 In a dream, Martin Luther found himself beingattacked by Satan. The devil unrolled a long scrollcontaining a list of Luther’s sins, and held it beforehim. On reaching the end of the scroll Luther askedthe devil, “Is that all?” “No,” came the reply, and asecond scroll was thrust…

Judas’ Role in the Death of Christ

Luke 22:1-6; John 13:21-30; Matthew 26:47-56; Matthew 27:1-10 Last week we talked about the 7 sayings of Christ fromthe cross. This morning we will discuss Judas’ role in theDeath of Jesus. I haven’t heard many Easter sermons onJudas, but there are definitely some lessons to be learnedhere. Think back to all of the guys you…

Christ Speaks from the Cross

Luke 23:34, Luke 23:43, John 19:26-27, Matthew 27:46, John 19:28, John 19:30, Luke23:46 I want to thank Dr. Wilson for delivering the message. Itrust that you were blessed and encouraged by God’sword. I’m grateful for the time away, but I’m glad tobe back. For the next few weeks we are going to take a breakfrom…

Jonathan and David’s Ruse

I Samuel 20:1-42 A competition is held to find the laziest man in theworld. Three finalists are chosen and brought on stage. The first man is asked, “Why do you think you’rethe laziest?” He says, “Because I’m too lazy to answer thatquestion.” The second man is asked the same question. Heresponds, “I’m too lazy to…

God’s Protection

I Samuel 19:1-24 In chapter 18 we read about David and Jonathan’sfriendship.We also read of Saul giving his daughter Michal to Davidas a wife.And we also read about Saul trying to kill David with hisspear. In chapter 19 we are going to read about God’sprotection of David. God sometimes accomplishes His willthrough means we would…

Dealing with Conflict

I Samuel 18:17-30 Years ago, a large statue of Christ was erected highin the Andes on the border between Argentina andChile. Called “Christ of the Andes,” the statuesymbolizes a pledge between the two countriesthat as long as the statue stands, there will bepeace between Chile and Argentina. Shortly after the statue was erected, the Chileansbegan…

Friendship and Hostility

I Samuel 18:1-16 I want you to close your eyes.Now, think about your best friend.Why is this person your best friend.Do you trust them with your deepest hurts, fears andhopes?Can you call them at 2AM and know they will pick up?Your best friend is someone you can count on no matterwhat. Now, think of someone…

Faith to Fight the Giant

I Samuel 17:41-58 In his book Fuzzy Memories, Jack Handey writes: There used to be this bully who would demand mylunch money every day. Since I was smaller, Iwould give it to him. Then I decided to fight back. Istarted taking karate lessons. But then the karatelesson guy said I had to start paying him…