Sermons on aesop: showing 136-150 of 236

Jesus Provides ... Mankind Sees Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 7, 2016

This sermon is the final in a series on consider the passion through the book of Matthew. By considering a number of passages we see that confusion around the death of Jesus turns into enthusiasm and commitment to stand up for Jesus.

This was an Easter Sunday Message It was delivered in two parts. Title:- Jesus Provides ... Mankind Sees. Messag-ette 1 We are not going to focus on one specific passage of the Bible today – rather we are going to put together a series of passages and historical events. What we want to do is ask ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Leaders Leading The Way

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 15, 2003

Using the method that Jethro gave to Moses, we can learn the steps it takes to become an obedient and fruitful church through competent leadership.

WHEN IT COMES TO SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP WITHIN THE CHURCH IT CAN BE SAID WITH ASSURANCE THAT MORE FAILURE COMES FROM AN EXCESS OF CAUTION THAN FROM THE BOLD EXPERIMENTS WITH NEW IDEAS. WE NEED BOLD AND DARING LEADERS TO HELP GUIDE CHRIST’S CHURCH UNASHAMEDLY INTO THE UNCHARTED AREAS OF GOD’S ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 18:19-20

Denomination: Free Methodist

If Only We Could Be One Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005

A call for unity in the church.

We like Jesus’ original disciples still have to live in this world. Have you ever wonder exactly what is “the world”? It is a system of values typified by Satan himself, centered on greed, power, deceit and self-will. While we are in the world Satan desires to do everything he can to destroy, ...read more

Scripture: John 17:6-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Investing In God's Program

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Oct 18, 2010

God expects believers to give in support of his kingdom work, but we must examine our motives for doing so.

Investing in God’s Program Matthew 6:1-4 INTRODUCTION A. Most significant event of the late 19th century. 1. Urban and city growth (immigrants and those from rural areas began to pour in). 2. Better education, culture could be enjoyed (theaters, museums, art galleries). 3. An exciting time ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Most Important Priority (The First Commandment) Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 10, 2001

There’s nothing more important in life than having the right God in the right place in our lives.

Note: This sermon was introduced with a drama called "Idle Idols"). Can you feel the barbs of truth as we laugh? Funny, but painfully true of life in the end of the 20th century. Our culture is littered with false gods, whether they be entertainment idols or motor homes, sports memorabilia or ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Reality Of Opposition Series

Contributed by Matthew Sullivan on Mar 30, 2008

In any good and worthwhile project Satan will throw opposition our way

Visioneering The Reality of Opposition Nehemiah 4 Matthew Sullivan A Quaker farmer was having a hard time with his mule. No matter what he tried the mule would not get up. He told the mule I am a Quaker and you know I cannot hit you and I cannot curse you. However, I can sell you to my ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Helps Those Who Help Themselves

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Oct 28, 2007

We’ve convinced ourselves that “God helps those who help themselves.” Many people believe that’s even in the Bible. It’s not. In fact, I can’t think of anything more unbiblical.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) What an awesome healing story in today’s Gospel! I’m not referring to the cure; I’m referring to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

You've Got A Friend Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 8, 2009

As David’s world begins to crumble around him, his friends begin to show up and lend their support. A true friend is someone who comes in when the whole world has gone out.

Introduction: A. Let me begin with a couple of stories that illustrate a contrast in friendship. B. The story is told of a man who came home to find two little girls on the steps of his appartment building. Both were crying uncontrollably; shedding big tears. 1. Thinking they might be hurt, the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

By Faith Or By Sight? Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Aug 31, 2013

David overcomes fear with faith. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). What David should do (vs 1) (2). What the enemy does (vs 2) (3). What can the righteous do? (vs 3) (4). What God will do (vs 4-7) SERMON BODY: Ill: • The year was 1606. • The Scottish Covenanters were a group of people in Scotland; • Opposed to the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-7

Denomination: Brethren

Part 2 Prayer Of Relinquishment And Formation Prayer Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 4, 2020

This is part 2 of my Lenten Course on Prayer based on Richard Foster's brilliant book entitled Prayer

Story: In the early 60’s, a young Church of England ordinand went on a week’s silent retreat at Ampleforth. In those days the rules were strict – and between meals and services (which started at 4 am in the morning) the ordinands on the retreat were expected to be in their rooms praying. All ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:29-45

Denomination: Anglican

Spiritual Gifts: Body Works

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 28, 2006

Focuses not on details of each spiritual gift, but how we don’t use our gifts, we simply live life as we always did.

Air Conditioner. The first house we owned was quite old and a lot of things didn’t work quite right.Our air conditioner broke every year. It would cool down the house then, become a heater heat it up, then cool it down. Not how an air conditioner should work. First year called the company who had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Can You Ever Really Go Home Again?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 4, 2010

A sermon about faith, hope, meaning and the future based on the Book of Haggai.

Haggai 1:5-2:9 “Can You Ever Really Go Home Again?” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN Some 500 years before Christ, the Jews who had been living in Babylonian exile were finally allowed to return to Jerusalem. About 50,000 Jews journeyed ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Break Out

Contributed by David Richardson on May 22, 2004

The majority of the world’s population has a religion. Do you know to what god they bow down?

----- Break Out ----- I. Introduction The wonder of the Lord never ceases to amaze His people. Whether it be providing finances to a chosen servant to move their house, healing an incurable disease, or providing water to a chosen nation wandering in the desert, He is ready to bless those that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:1-35

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Shake Off The Dust Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 25, 2018

Too many people are slaves to their past mistakes.

INTRODUCTION In my opinion, one of the greatest televisions shows ever produced was the Andy Griffith show. I’m talking about the old black-and-white episodes when Ron Howard played a young Opie. One of my favorite episodes was “The Sermon for Today.” Here’s a question for you TV trivia buffs. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Pig Pens, Prodigals And Party Poopers

Contributed by Phillip Holbrook on Sep 12, 2017

An expository study of the Parable of the Prodigal Son

Text: Luke 15:11-32 Introduction 1. ILLUS: I preached a revival at Second Baptist Church of Ashland, KY some years ago. I went alone and I traveled by plane. I started in Tallahassee, FL, flew to Atlanta International and then to Huntington, WV. The airport in Huntington is a frightening one. They ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Christian Church