Sermons on B Epiphany 9:

The Curse Of Answered Prayer - 1 Samuel 8-9,12 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 1, 2025

Israel rejected God as their king in ch.8-9. But chapter 12 gives hope for all of us who have made similar bad decisions. We are not permanently separated from God’s plan for us.

Introduction We are in the midst of a very quick overview of the first half of 1 Samuel preparing ourselves for an in-depth study of the life of David. We left off last week at the end of chapter seven, where the Israelites have about the sweetest deal they ever had going. They came to God in ...read more

Go! And Do It With All Your Might - Ecclesiastes 9:10 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 26, 2025

Ecclesiastes hits us with an honesty that is almost uncomfortable. It strips away illusions, forcing us to face the reality that our time on earth is limited.

Go! And Do It with All Your Might - Ecclesiastes 9:10 INTRODUCTION — “Whatever You Do, Do It with All Your Might” There is a sense in which life is brief, time is fleeting, and opportunities come and go like the tide. Ecclesiastes hits us with an honesty that is almost uncomfortable. It strips ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:10, Colossians 3:23-24, Psalm 90:12, Matthew 6:33, 2 Corinthians 5:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Test Inside Every Blessing - 2 Samuel 8-9 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 3, 2025

Mephibosheth was lame, powerless, and overlooked—yet David called him to the palace and treated him like a prince. What does this teach us about God’s favor toward you?

Receiving the Promised Blessing Responding to blessing In chapter 7 we saw a wonderful interchange between God and David over God’s promises. It starts with David wanting to build a house for God, and God says, “No, I am going to build a dynasty for you.” And He goes on to make all kinds of ...read more

At Work And At School, Focus On Jesus (Ephesians 6:5-9) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Oct 16, 2025

Our true boss, who we always stay aware of, is Jesus. He's the one we aim to please; his paycheck is the one we seek.

Today, we wrap up the part of Ephesians that's often called the "household code." We tend to think of the family as being one or two parents, some kids, and a dog. But in first century Rome, the household often included slaves. Many people had at least one or two. Some Roman ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Go! And Guard The True Gospel - Galatians 1:6–9 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 17, 2025

The more we handle the true Gospel of Jesus Christ, the more quickly we will recognise a counterfeit gospel when we hear it.

Go! And Guard the True Gospel - Galatians 1:6–9 Galatians 1:6–9 (NLT): “I am shocked that you are turning away so soon from God, who called you to himself through the loving mercy of Christ. You are following a different way that pretends to be the Good News but is not the Good News at all. You ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9, John 14:6, Ephesians 2:8-9, 2 Corinthians 11:3-4, Romans 1:16, 1 Timothy 1:15, Isaiah 53:5, Romans 10:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Patience Of God And The Urgency Of Discipleship - 2 Peter 3:9 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 1, 2026

We live in a generation obsessed with speed. Fast food, instant messages, same-day delivery — everything now. Yet when it comes to God’s promises, many ask: “Why does God seem slow?”

The Patience of God and the Urgency of Discipleship - 2 Peter 3:9 (NLT) Introduction — Living Between Delay and Destiny We live in a generation obsessed with speed. Fast food, instant messages, same-day delivery — everything now. Yet when it comes to God’s promises, many ask: “Why does God seem ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:9, Exodus 34:6, Mark 1:15, Romans 2:4, Matthew 28:19-20, 2 Peter 3:11-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Happens When Jesus Comes To Town?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 4, 2013

God's love is large enough to embrace and include everyone.

Title: What Happens When Jesus Comes to Town? Text: Luke 4:21-30 Thesis: God’s love is large enough to embrace and include everyone. Introduction A syndrome is a group of symptoms that collectively indicate or characterize a disease, psychological disorder or other abnormal condition. If ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:21-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

3 Perpetual Practices To Ensure Personal Spiritual Vitality

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

A. Rejoice Always B.

A. Rejoice Always B. Pray Without Ceasing C. Give Thanks in Everything "for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus" ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, Exodus 3:4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Trembling And Bewildered

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 7, 2012

Easter Sunday, Year B

Mark 16: 1 – 8 / Trembling and Bewildered Intro: The little boy was not happy about going to church on Easter Sunday. His new shoes were too tight, his tie pinched his neck and the weather outside was just too beautiful to be cooped up inside . . . so as he sulked in the pew his parents ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Serpent On A Pole, And A Man On A Cross

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 18, 2013

The symbolism of the serpent on the pole, and the awful reality of the Man upon the Cross.

A SERPENT ON A POLE, AND A MAN ON A CROSS. Numbers 21:4-9. Much of the books of Exodus and Numbers tells the sad history of a people who for forty years - whilst being delivered, led, and provided for by God - made a profession of complaining. The turning point came when a pole was raised up in ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 21:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Flourishing Of Righteousness.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 12, 2022

The LORD promises peace, providing we do not return to folly.

THE FLOURISHING OF RIGHTEOUSNESS. Psalm 85:8-13. The Psalmist - the believer, standing for the church - stops in his tracks and listens to what God has to say (Psalm 85:8-9). It is as we systematically and habitually study the Bible that we will be in a position to hear the still small voice ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:8-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unfinished Masterpiece

Contributed by Kibby Gore on Jan 6, 2024

Embracing God's Goodness in Our Imperfection

Happy Epiphany! The term "Epiphany" in a biblical context refers to the manifestation or revelation of something previously hidden or unknown. While the word "Epiphany" itself may not appear in the Bible, the concept is found in various biblical passages, especially in the New ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5, Psalm 103:8-14, Philippians 1:6, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Genesis 1:14-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: United Methodist

God Sent Me Here

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 17, 2019

When Joseph finally met his brothers again, he was able to say that, what THEY had meant for evil, God had meant for good.

GOD SENT ME HERE. Genesis 45:1-15. The Old Testament Joseph is very much a Type of Christ. Favoured by his father (cf. Genesis 37:3), Joseph was sold by his brethren for twenty pieces of silver (Genesis 37:28). Favoured by His Father (Luke 3:22), Jesus ‘came unto His own, and His own ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Is The Servant Of The Lord

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 25, 2010

Epiphany 2(A) - Great is the Servant of the Lord: Christ. In Christ eternity is revealed. This Savior is rejected. Mankind is redeemed.

GREAT IS THE SERVANT OF THE LORD (Outline) January 17, 2010 - Epiphany 2 - ISAIAH 49:1-6 INTRO: Much like last week we will study Isaiah’s description of the servant of the Lord. The Lord uses the term servant in a manner far different from how the world views this word. The ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

There Will Be No More Gloom

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 25, 2010

Epiphany 3(A) - Isaiah declares: "There will be no more gloom!" The Light has dawned. God's people rejoice.

“THERE WILL BE NO MORE GLOOM” (Outline) January 24, 2010 - Epiphany 3 - ISAIAH 9:1-4 INTRO: The past week has been unusually cloudy and foggy. It has been almost gloomy. In the midst of any gloom the light chased away the darkness. During the season of Epiphany we are ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-4

Denomination: Lutheran