Sermons on A Grain Of Wheat:

The Great Harlot

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 9, 2020

Let’s now look at the prophecy of the mother of harlots and of the abominations of the earth, the scarlet woman in Revelation 17.

Let’s now look at the prophecy of the mother of harlots and of the abominations of the earth, the scarlet woman in Revelation 17. Revelation 17:1 And there came one of the seven angels which had the seven vials, and talked with me, saying unto me, Come hither; I will shew unto thee the judgment of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

You Can't Take It With You

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Aug 10, 2016

Jesus teaches a lesson about covetousness and then illustrates it with the parable of the Rich Fool. How to avoid the destructive effects of covetousness and lay up treasures in Heaven

TITLE: You Can't Take it With You TEXT: Luke 12:13-21 INTRO: One of Aesop's fables tells about a dog who was carrying a bone. He came to a bridge and as he crossed, he saw his reflection in the water. He thought it was another dog with a bone. He opened his mouth to snap at the other dog and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

What Transpires Should Inspire

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 26, 2016

Will you allow God to transform you so that what transpires in your life inspires?

I had a dear friend comment on something I posted on Facebook thanking me for sharing my life as my writings are inspiring. Below is what I replied and hopefully it will be inspiring to someone as well. —————————— Luke 22:31 And the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-32

Denomination: Baptist

Why Pray When You Can Worry

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 17, 2017

Consider your ways says the Lord in Haggai 1:7 and one appliaction for reflection for me was on the phrase in the Lord's Prayer : Give us our daily bread

Sermon Neither the Old Testament reading nor the Gospel reading are in the Lectionary today, yet the reason I would like to talk on them is because this is where I am this week I was fascinated the other day watching “Ghost ships of the Arctic” on television. The programme was about the recent ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

Filthy Lucre

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 16, 2022

Let’s discuss a shrewd business manager and his wise use of filthy money in Luke 16:1-13.

Should we boycott corporations that deal in dirty money, or is all money really filthy lucre? Are our tainted tithes and offerings usable for heavenly purposes? Let’s discuss a shrewd business manager and his wise use of filthy money in Luke 16:1-13. People versus Profits Luke 16:1-4 Jesus told ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Satan’s Powers And Spiritual Battles Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Aug 20, 2022

The Bible records several instances of Satan’s activities. Let’s find them in the Bible and take a look at those situations.

********** 1. Power of Death Forasmuch then as the children are partakers of flesh and blood, he (Christ) also took part of the same (became flesh); that through death he might destroy him that had the power of death, that is, the devil. Hebrews 2:14 2. Power and Glory of the Kingdoms of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:14, Luke 4:5-6, Revelation 12:17, 1 Chronicles 21:1, Zechariah 3:1-2, John 13:2, John 13:27, Acts 5:3, 1 Thessalonians 2:18, Acts 26:13-18, Acts 13:6-10, Luke 13:11-16, Acts 10:38, 2 Corinthians 12:7, Matthew 16:21-23, Luke 22:31, Daniel 10:12-14, Jude 1:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Coward Gideon Experienced God For Courage Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 13, 2023

When God uses a coward.

A. WHEN GOD USES A COWARD: JUDGES 6:1-6 1. Desert raiders. The Midianties came – stole – and returned to the desert (Judges 6:2-3). 2. Gideon a coward. “Gideon threshed wheat in the winepress, in order to hide it from the Midianites” (Judges 6:11). 3. Gideon felt he was too weak to fight. “My ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-6, Judges 6:12-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Best Is Yet To Come

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 14, 2023

However, we may not even see a glimpse in this life. We may have to go through what seems like Hell on the way to Heaven.

Everyone likes to use the phrase the best is yet to come. If you are not a Christian the worst is yet to come. Your life may be golden here, but in the end your life will be Hell for eternity. Indeed, the best for a Christian is to be in Heaven so the best is yet to come. However, that does not ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28, 2 Timothy 3:12, Philippians 1:29-30, Hebrews 11:35-40, 2 Corinthians 11:1-33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Parables Of Money (Luke 16)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 23, 2025

Do we use money for selfish pursuits or to relieve the suffering? Let's look at Luke 16.

Do we handle money wisely? Is greed a misuse of wealth? Do we use money to relieve suffering? Let’s examine Luke 16. What did a manager do during the final days before his job was terminated? And he said also unto his disciples, There was a certain rich man, which had a steward; and the same was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"jesus Wants Us To See"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Mar 21, 2024

The Greek want to see Jesus but Jesus want the Greeks and us to see Principle of life: “die so others can live” what really Matters, His Reason and the pull of the cross.

John 12:20-33 What Jesus wants us to see? 1. The Greeks want to see Jesus • “Now among those who went up to worship at the festival were some Greeks.” They sought Philip out and eagerly beseeched him, “Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” • These Greeks may have recent converts to Judaism • Perhaps ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Denomination: Methodist

The Body And Blood Of Christ; Corpus Christi; The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 17, 2023

In one and the same act, Judas hands Christ over to be sent to death, and Christ hands himself over in his self-giving in the Eucharist to us.

St. Thomas Aquinas says we often remember unusual things better than familiar things because things with a weird twist make a greater impression on the mind, which is also validated by the modern neuroscience of memory. So, here are some unusual truths about the Eucharist: The customary or valid ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-58

Denomination: Catholic

Gideon: God Pushed Him To Victory Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 5, 2025

An organized and obedient few can defeat a multitude.

A. WHEN GOD USES THE IMPERFECT: JUDGES 6:1-6 1. Desert raiders. The Midianties came – stole – and returned to the desert. (Judges 6:2-3). 2. Israel hid in the mountains. “Gideon threshed wheat in the winepress, in order to hide it from the Midianites” (Judges 6:11). 3. Imperfect Gideon felt he ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Samson - Enigmatical Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 8, 2025

Everything outside God’s will is lost time.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Why does God allow persecution? To draw us to Himself. “The children of Israel did evil again in the sight of the Lord, and the Lord delivered them into the hand of the Philistine forty years” (13:1). 2. Forty years is wasted time. a. Not for God’s preparation. b. Everything ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:1

Denomination: Baptist

Gideon: God Pushed Him To Victory Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 18, 2023

An imperfect person plus God makes a confident warrior. An organized and obedient few can defeat a multitude.

A. WHEN GOD USES THE IMPERFECT: JUDGES 6:1-6 1. Desert raiders. The Midianites came – stole – and returned to the desert. (Judges 6:2-3). 2. Israel hid in the mountains. “Gideon threshed wheat in the winepress, in order to hide it from the Midianites” (Judges 6:11). 3. Imperfect Gideon felt he ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-6, 2 Corinthians 12:9

Denomination: Baptist

Mixed Multitude In The Church

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 17, 2025

This sermon helps the Church identify the traits of the mixed multitude, their effects, and how to overcome their influence while maintaining the unity and power of the Spirit in the body of Christ.

MIXED MULTITUDE IN THE CHURCH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Exodus 12:38 Supporting Texts: Numbers 11:4-6, Matthew 13:24-30, 1 John 2:19, 2 Timothy 4:10 INTRODUCTION: The Church of God is called to be a holy and sanctified people, a spiritual house built upon the foundation of Christ. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:38

Denomination: Assembly Of God