The four gospels record 173 questions asked by Jesus. But what stand out about them is that Jesus asked questions, not because He needed to know, but because the one being asked did. To put it simply, Jesus asked questions we are too afraid or unaware to ask ourselves, but the answers we get will not only reveal to us but will revolutionize us.
This sermon defines hypocrisy as a destructive, actor-like duality between one's inner self and outward actions, which is primarily rooted in image management and the deception of the heart. The solution, it argues, is to humbly admit one's own sinfulness while simultaneously accepting the complete forgiveness and acceptance offered by Jesus, which frees a person to live with integrity and vulnerability.
This sermon explores the pivotal question, "Who do you say I am?", asserting that Jesus is more than a good teacher; he is the promised King and the Son of the Living God. The message emphasizes that the correct answer to this question leads to a transformed life of surrender and dependence on God's grace, which makes us His beloved children and empowers us to live out our faith.
This sermon teaches that true discipleship requires three fundamental habits: self-denial, which involves not demanding what one is owed; a deliberate rejection of worldly wisdom in favor of Christ's teachings; and the willingness to die to oneself, mirroring Jesus' sacrifice, as the only path to finding true and eternal life.
This sermon explains that true healing and restoration from sin are rooted in genuine repentance. The message emphasizes that godly repentance involves owning one's sin, uprooting its internal cause, and grieving over it in a way that leads not to self-pity, but to worship and freedom fueled by God's grace.
This sermon contrasts the detached, religious approach of the Pharisee Simon with the passionate devotion of a sinful woman. The core message is that true Christianity is not about being a "good" person but about having a personal, unconditional, and heartfelt relationship with Jesus. The depth of our love for God is directly proportional to our awareness of how much we have been forgiven by His immense and costly sacrifice.
This sermon begins with the theme of God's provision and the need for the current generation to carry forward the gospel message. It then transitions to Jesus' question, "Why are you afraid?", using the story of Jesus calming the storm to demonstrate that His power is real, infinite, and sufficient to overcome any trial, urging believers to replace their fear with faith in His love and control.
