"baptism" Tagged Sermons
Seeking Understanding
When Philip encounters an Ethiopian eunuch who is seeking to understand the words of the prophet Isaiah. The eunuch actively asks questions and seeks answers, and that becomes an opportunity for transformation. Philip is present with him to ask questions, guide him into understanding about the Messiah, and lead him to a next step of faith. Philip exemplifies how disciples of Jesus can be present and ready to explain to those seeking understanding. (Acts 8:26-40) Sermon Outline “Philip ran up…
Baptized with Water and Spirit
Jesus’ baptism is the fulfillment of all righteousness and a revelation of His Sonship. It also echoes the Exodus journey of Israel through the Red Sea. Matthew 3:13-17 SERMON OUTLINE “Then Jesus came from Galilee to the Jordan to be baptized by John.” (Matthew 3:13) Facts of Jesus’ Baptism timing setting Theological Truths of Jesus’ Baptism Representative Messiah: John’s hesitation and Jesus’ purpose The Descent of the Dove: the coming of the Holy Spirit Jesus the Unique Son of God:…
Washed with Water
Jesus went to the Jordan River to be baptized by John, His cousin, as a sign of obedience and purification before God. His disciples repeated that, both during His ministry and after His ascension. Baptism initiates us into the new community as we step forward by faith in response to God’s gracious gift of new life and forgiveness in Christ. Key passages: Matthew 3:13-17; Romans 6:1-14; 1 Peter 3:20-21 SERMON OUTLINE “We were therefore buried with him through baptism into death…
Hidden Victory Within Suffering
(1 Peter 3:13-22) Sermon Outline “For it is better, if it is God’s will, to suffer for doing good than for doing evil.” (1 Peter 3:17) Hidden victory within our suffering (1 Peter 3:13-17) Suffering and doing good Suffering and sharing hope Suffering and character Hidden victory within Jesus’ suffering (1 Peter 3:18-22) Suffering that brings us to God Suffering that proclaims the truth Suffering that upholds God’s authority DISCUSSION QUESTIONS When have you seen God use difficult circumstances in…
Resurrection Timing
1 Corinthians 15:20-34 Sermon Outline “For since death came through a man, the resurrection of the dead comes also through a man.” (1 Corinthians 15:21) Jesus Christ the New Beginning of Resurrection Life (1 Corinthians 15:20-23) Adam the first fruits of death Jesus the first fruits of life Jesus Christ the New Beginning of God’s Victory (1 Corinthians 15:24-28) The victory of the Cross and Resurrection The ultimate resolution at the end Living like the New Beginning is True (1…