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Home›Traditions›Christocentric

Christocentric Illustrations

Seeing all of scripture as ultimately pointing to the person and work of Jesus Christ.

Key question: “Where is the "red thread" in this passage that leads us to Jesus?”

23,014 sermon illustrations through the Christocentric lens

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Hebrews 11:29-12:2 — Christocentric (edgy)

If Hebrews 11:29-12:2 feels offensive, remember: the cross is always scandal before it is comfort.

Hebrews 11:29-12:2ChristocentricFaith in Action

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Isaiah 6 — Christocentric (classic)

Isaiah 6: In the red thread, it leads us to Jesus—the center and fulfillment of Scripture.

Isaiah 6ChristocentricHolinessCalling

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Matthew 5:21-37 — Christocentric (edgy)

Matthew 5:21-37 31:27-34 won’t let you settle for inspiration—Jesus demands allegiance—today, not someday.

Matthew 5:21-37ChristocentricMoral LawAnger

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Matthew 3:13-17 — Christocentric (edgy)

Matthew 3:13-17 14:25-33 exposes vague spirituality; only Christ saves—today, not someday.

Matthew 3:13-17ChristocentricBaptismJesus' Identity

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Isaiah 49:1-7 — Christocentric (classic)

Isaiah 49:1-7 1:1-4; 2:1-4 traces the red thread to Jesus—He is the meaning beneath the words.

Isaiah 49:1-7ChristocentricServant LeadershipDivine Calling

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Luke 10:1-11, 16-20 — Christocentric (pastoral)

In Luke 10:1-11, 16-20, Jesus meets us in weakness and offers Himself as our hope.

Luke 10:1-11, 16-20ChristocentricMissionEvangelism

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Psalm 52 — Christocentric (pastoral)

Psalm 52 comforts us with Christ: not a concept, but a Savior who draws near.

Psalm 52ChristocentricDivine JudgmentRighteousness

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Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7 — Christocentric (classic)

Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7 1:1-6 points beyond itself to the person and work of Jesus—today, not someday.

Genesis 2:15-17; 3:1-7ChristocentricCreationFree Will

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1 Corinthians 1:18-31 — Christocentric (edgy)

1 Corinthians 1:18-31 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18 exposes vague spirituality; only Christ saves—today, not someday.

1 Corinthians 1:18-31ChristocentricWisdom of GodFoolishness

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Isaiah 53 — Christocentric (pastoral)

Isaiah 53: In the red thread, it meets us gently—leads us to Jesus—the center and fulfillment of Scripture.

Isaiah 53ChristocentricSuffering ServantAtonement

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1 Corinthians 15:12-20 — Christocentric (pastoral)

In 1 Corinthians 15:12-20, Jesus meets us in weakness and offers Himself as our hope.

1 Corinthians 15:12-20ChristocentricResurrectionHope

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Psalm 50:1-8, 22-23 — Christocentric (pastoral)

In Psalm 50:1-8, 22-23, Jesus meets us in weakness and offers Himself as our hope.

Psalm 50:1-8, 22-23ChristocentricDivine JudgmentTrue Worship

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Psalm 112:1-10 — Christocentric (classic)

Psalm 112:1-10 1:4-10 points beyond itself to the person and work of Jesus—today, not someday.

Psalm 112:1-10ChristocentricRighteousnessBlessings

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1 Corinthians 2:1-16 — Christocentric (classic)

1 Corinthians 2:1-16 2 Timothy 1:1-14, Christ stands at the center: promise fulfilled, mercy embodied, kingdom revealed.

1 Corinthians 2:1-16ChristocentricWisdom of GodSpiritual Discernment

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Deuteronomy 26:1-11 — Christocentric (edgy)

If Deuteronomy 26:1-11 feels offensive, remember: the cross is always scandal before it is comfort.

Deuteronomy 26:1-11ChristocentricFirst FruitsThanksgiving

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2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12 — Christocentric (edgy)

If 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12 feels offensive, remember: the cross is always scandal before it is comfort.

2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12ChristocentricThanksgivingPerseverance

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Jeremiah 4:11-12, 22-28 — Christocentric (classic)

Jeremiah 4:11-12, 22-28 points beyond itself to the person and work of Jesus—today, not someday.

Jeremiah 4:11-12, 22-28ChristocentricJudgmentDesolation

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Jeremiah 31:27-34 — Christocentric (edgy)

Jeremiah 31:27-34 won’t let you settle for inspiration—Jesus demands allegiance—today, not someday.

Jeremiah 31:27-34ChristocentricNew CovenantRestoration

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Psalm 25:1-10 — Christocentric (classic)

Psalm 25:1-10 calls us to faithful obedience rooted in God's enduring truth and mercy.

Psalm 25:1-10ChristocentricTrust In GodGuidance

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Luke 19:1-10 — Christocentric (pastoral)

Luke 19:1-10 invites us to look again at Christ until fear loosens its grip—today, not someday.

Luke 19:1-10ChristocentricSalvationRepentance

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Luke 19:1-10 — Christocentric (edgy)

Luke 19:1-10 won’t let you settle for inspiration—Jesus demands allegiance—today, not someday.

Luke 19:1-10ChristocentricSalvationRepentance

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Romans 8:14-17 — Christocentric (edgy)

If Romans 8:14-17 feels offensive, remember: the cross is always scandal before it is comfort.

Romans 8:14-17ChristocentricAdoptionHoly Spirit

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Psalm 81:1, 10-16 — Christocentric (pastoral)

Psalm 81:1, 10-16 invites us to look again at Christ until fear loosens its grip.

Psalm 81:1, 10-16ChristocentricWorshipDivine Provision

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Galatians 3:23-29 — Christocentric (edgy)

If Galatians 3:23-29 feels offensive, remember: the cross is always scandal before it is comfort.

Galatians 3:23-29ChristocentricFaith in ChristUnity in Christ

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