Sermons on A Proper 22:

You're The President Of What? Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Aug 9, 2007

Exposition of three truths in Acts 4:1-22 regarding the trial of the apostles before the Sanhedrin

Text: Acts 4:1-22, Title: You’re the President of What? Date/Place: NRBC, 8/12/07, AM A. Opening illustration: John Kenneth Gailbraith, in his autobiography, A Life In Our Times, illustrates the devotion of Emily Gloria Wilson, his family’s housekeeper. It had been a wearying day, and I asked Emily ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Interdependence

Contributed by John Melms on Jun 24, 2006

Wedding sermon based on Proverbs 18:22 and 1st Cor. 11:11-12

Proverbs 18:22; 1 Corinthians 11:11-12 Wedding Parents, family members, guests, and particularly to you Sarah and Charles – Peace and blessing from God our Father, and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ: Sarah, Charles: You both have been a pleasant surprise to me. When I received the first call ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:11-12

Denomination: Lutheran

"Lessons From A Kid King"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Feb 15, 2012

six things we learn from 2 Kings 22, Josiah the Kid who was king.

“Lessons from the Kid King” February 19, 2012 2 Kings 22 In my devotion last week, my Old Testament reading happened to be in the book of 2 Kings. Wednesday I read chapter twenty two. I saw so many spiritual lessons in there that I thought we ought to take note of and I felt like ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 22:1-20

Denomination: Holiness

Abraham & Isaac: A Picture Of Faith In Action Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Oct 23, 2009

Genesis 22:1-19. The familiar story of the (almost) sacrifice of Isaac and what it means for today.

LESSONS FROM THE LIVES OF THE PATRIARCHS GENESIS PART 2 – POSTDILUVIAN/PATRIARCHAL HISTORY ABRAHAM & ISAAC: A PICTURE OF FAITH IN ACTION GENESIS 22:1-19 INTRODUCTION - As we begin our short look at Isaac today you will notice that this portion of Scripture is really just as much about Abraham ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Humility: The Quiet Virtue Speaks

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Aug 10, 2019

22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle C. Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Rabbi Simcha Bunim, a great Polish Hasidic master, taught that “Everyone must have two pockets, with a note in each pocket, so that he or she can reach into one or the other, depending on the need. When feeling lowly and depressed, discouraged or disconsolate, one should reach into the right ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Catholic

David's Growing Confidence In The Lord Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 23, 2019

First Samuel 22:1-23 shows us how to trust in the Lord in difficult circumstances.

Scripture David was now a fugitive on the run from King Saul. Initially, David’s faith in the Lord was superseded by his fear of Saul. As a result of his fear, he made a number of mistakes. He went to Ahimelech, the priest at Nob, and lied to him. Then he left Ahimelech and fled to Achish, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Plot To Kill Jesus Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 26, 2016

The analysis of the plot to kill Jesus in Luke 22:1-6 alerts us to several dangers.

Scripture It was the final week of Jesus’ life, just days before his death. All of the public attempts of the various groups of religious leaders to discredit Jesus had failed completely, and they no longer dared ask him any question (Luke 20:40). Jesus warned his disciples, in the hearing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Secret Of Life

Contributed by Dj Thomsen on Jul 28, 2016

In Matthew 22 Jesus actually gives us the secret of life that so many search for.

What is the secret of life? Have you ever been asked that question? Or maybe you have asked that question yourself in one of those kind of quiet, contemplative moments in your life. Maybe one crystal clear summer night you were lying on your back on the grass looking up at the millions of stars ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40

Denomination: Lutheran

Final Instructions Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 25, 2022

2 Timothy 4:9-22 gives us the final instructions of a man facing death.

Introduction Commentator David Helm notes the following: Final words are often meant to communicate things of first importance. Parents remind children of something important just before walking out the door—“Now, remember what I told you. Don’t forget!” Bosses give their employees final ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Train Up A Child Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 4, 2024

Based on Proverbs 22:6 - Challenges parents to share & live out the Gospel with their children.

“TRAIN UP A CHILD” Proverbs 22:6 FBCF – 6/2/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – Sitting at railroad crossing years ago. Started noticing the graffiti. Some of it pretty impressive. Question: Why do people do that? Why do people go & spray paint their artwork on random railroad cars that will crisscross ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Cure- Living For Jesus Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 26, 2023

This is the 142nd sermon in the series "Action". This is the 22nd sermon from Romans.

Series: Action [#142] THE CURE- LIVING FOR JESUS Romans 13:1-14 Introduction: As we heard last week, it is easy to listen to God’s Word; but following God’s Word is something all together different. How do you live your life for Jesus? Romans 13:1 You live for Jesus by… 1. Following the laws ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Just Do It!

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 12, 2023

Based on James 1:22 - Challenges hearers to be careful not to quench & grieve the Holy Spirit

“JUST DO IT!” James 1:22 INTRO – Bible tells us many things that we need to do. - Witness - Make disciples - Honor & glorify God in all we do - Many more things We don’t “DO” these things in order to be saved. - Ephesians 2:8-9 – We are saved by GRACE alone through FAITH alone in CHRIST ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22, 1 Thessalonians 5:19, Ephesians 4:30, Revelation 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

A Christians Checkbook- Work Right Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 5, 2024

This is the 185th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 22nd sermon from Ephesians.

Series: Action [#185] A CHRISTIAN’S CHECKBOOK- WORK RIGHT Ephesians 6:5-9 Introduction: This is an interesting place for us to be in our Sermon Series in Ephesians. Today starts year 26 as Pastor at Bel Aire. For the last 13 years, I have worked as the Energy Manager with Hobbs Schools. It has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Humble Trust Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 11, 2025

This is the 22nd Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#22] THE POWER OF HUMBLE TRUST Luke 7:1-10 Introduction: As we celebrate Mother's Day, we remember the love, sacrifices, and humility of mothers. Mothers often show us what humble trust looks like- Trusting in God's plan even when things are uncertain and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10, Matthew 8:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Trial Of A Preacher Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 20, 2025

Acts 22:30-23:11 shows us that believers can face hostile adversaries.

Introduction Have you ever faced a hostile crowd? I am not talking about your children who suddenly turned on you when you told them that it was time to go to bed. No, I am talking about facing a hostile crowd that wants to hurt you. I have faced such a hostile crowd. It happened during my ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed