Sermons on Alabaster Jar:

When There Is Persecution Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on May 22, 2020

Persecution, and the emotions which come when we think about persecution, do not naturally cause us to feel blessed. Yet, when we stand firm in Jesus, we can hold on in strength to Jesus who is sovereign when we are persecuted.

Jesus Is Still Sovereign Matthew 5:10-12 When There Is Persecution These past months of COVID-19 have initiated a whole range of conversations and topics – one of those topics has been persecution of Christians. A QB church this week noted with irony … and with a subtle reference to persecution … ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

The True Disciple Perseveres Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Aug 30, 2021

Being a disciple of Jesus calls for total commitment. All Scripture References are from the NASB.

As you have seen over the past few weeks in this current sermon series, being a disciple of Jesus, to follow Jesus, is serious business. We must be committed completely, with no halfway measures. To be totally committed also means we must be totally dependent on Him. We cannot do this in our own ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Answer For A Thirsty World John

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 20, 2019

Are we telling people about salvation through Jesus Christ? Or let me rephrase, are we getting out in highways and hedges and sharing the gospel with the lost world?

Sermon. God’s Answer for a Thirsty World John 4:5-26 Introduction: Jesus travel from Judea on his way to Galilee. Jesus is compelled to go through Samaria. We find Jesus being wearied with his journey, sat by the well at Sychar. John gives us important items about the humanity of Jesus. He tells us ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-26

Denomination: Methodist

The Great Setback Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 6, 2017

Don't look at the big setback, see the big picture. Don't look at the big self, see the works of God. Don't look at the big things, listen to the voice of God.

Elijah had a great victory against the false prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel. • He challenged the 450 prophets to call on their god to bring down fire and burn up the sacrifice. They failed, after a whole day of shouting. • At the time of the evening sacrifice, Elijah repaired the altar of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Harvest Time

Contributed by Bobby Brewer on Oct 14, 2022

The encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well creates somewhat of an awkward moment for the disciples which Jesus uses as a teaching moment to show the urgency of evangelism

Woman at the Well p3 (Jn. 4:27-45) Help Wanted: Harvest Time Oct 16, 2022 REVIEW -Worship in Spirit and Truth BIG IDEA: A Sense of Urgency. Harvest has begun. Work while you can. READ John 4:27-45 ICEBREAKERS -Do you have any awkward moments you can share? v.27 Awkward Moments Going for ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42

When God Whispers Through Broken Things

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Sep 30, 2025

God whispers through broken things, through cracks in our hearts where hurt and hope meet.

Title: When God Whispers Through Broken Things Intro: God whispers through broken things, through cracks in our hearts where hurt and hope meet. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7 Reflection Dear Friends, One of my friends, David, shared yesterday that he stood in his garage last Tuesday, sorting ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7

Denomination: Other

The Law Of The Temple

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Dec 1, 2003

A sermon from Ezekiel regarding the Law of the Temple and it’s relevance to believers today.

THE LAW OF THE TEMPLE Ezekiel 43:10-12 “This is the law of the temple: The whole area surrounding the mountaintop is most holy. Behold, this is the law of the temple. 1 Corinthians 6:19 Or do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 43:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Satisfied Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Jan 30, 2008

This message is part of a series on relationships and dating emphasizing the need to marry a committed believer (based on Neh. 10:30). Power Point with pictures for message available. Email cgwallis@sbcglobal.net

“Satisfied” Theme: We can be fully satisfied in God. John 4:27-42 Intro: Have you ever been full? So full you felt sick? We fill our lives up with so many things, but on the inside we are empty and lonely. The Samaritan woman had six men, but was still not satisfied. Review: Nehemiah ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-42

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rendering To Caesar As A Believer Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 26, 2007

This is a very simple outline dealing with the good and bad of government, and our response to govenment as a believer in Christ.

RENDERING TO CAESAR AS A BELIEVER Matthew 22:21 I THE REASON FOR GOVERNMENT – Judges 21:25 A People are self-centered, and as such walked away from God B The needs of the community are important 1 There were safety and protection needs 2 Judges were established to lead the people 3 When issue was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:21

Denomination: Baptist

The Kingdom Is Like . . .

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 26, 2008

Five parables summarize for the Christian our relationship to the Kingdom of God.

Matthew 13: 44 – 52 / The Kingdom of God is like . . . (Part 2) Intro: Have you ever wanted something? I mean really longed for it? Desired, needed, craved, hungered for something so bad that it hurt? I. The first 2 parables deal with growth for seemingly modest or insignificant beginnings. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-52

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Uncommon Knowledge Series

Contributed by Brandon Cox on Aug 15, 2017

Once you KNOW, understand, and embrace the good news of the gospel, you can start living the uncommon life. What I know will make all the difference.

What does the common life look like? Exhausted. Worried. Stressed. Angry. Hopeless. Surviving. We’ve got issues. We’ve got problems. How is common working out for you? Jesus came to give us a better way. A narrow way. Jesus offers anyone and everyone a pathway to an uncommon life. He offers us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Baptism Of Jesus Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

God's ways are often counterintuitive to our human understanding, but when we trust and partner with Him, we can experience His power and presence in our lives.

Hey everyone! Today, we're going to talk about something that might seem a bit strange at first, but stick with me, okay? We're going to look at how God's ways are often counterintuitive, which means they might not make sense to us at first. But trust me, there's a reason for it all. But first, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Topics: Divine Plan, Faith, Spiritual Trust, Counterintuitive Wisdom

Given And Shed For You

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 25, 2024

A sermon for Palm Sunday, Year B

March 24, 2024 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Philippians 2:5-11; Mark 11:1-11; Mark 14:1-15:47 Given and Shed for You Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “And being found in human form, he humbled himself and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Unleashing God's Miracles With What You Have SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Never limit God. There is nothing too small for Him. Have faith. Be obedient. Give the little you have to God and watch a great miracle happen in your life. Use what you have with determination, never doubting that you can do great things for God.

Today, we will explore the concept of using what we have in our hands for the glory of God. Often, we underestimate the value of what we possess and doubt our ability to make a difference. However, God can work miracles with even the smallest of things. Let us have faith, be obedient, and offer ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-5

Topics: Faith, Obedience, Miracles

There Once Was A Country...

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 5, 2024

What we are as a nation is not what we were, and the difference is not something to be celebrated.

“Hear, O heavens, and give ear, O earth; for the LORD has spoken: ‘Children have I reared and brought up, but they have rebelled against me. The ox knows its owner, and the donkey its master’s crib, but Israel does not know, my people do not understand.’ “Ah, sinful nation, a people laden ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:2-8

Denomination: Baptist