Sermons on B Epiphany 9:

The Supreme Ministry Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 25, 2019

1) The Source (Colossians 1:23c, 25a), 2) Spirit (Colossians 1:24a), 3) Suffering (Colossians 1:24b), 4) Scope (Colossians 1:25b), 5) Subject (Colossians 1:26–27), 6)Style (Colossians 1:28a), 7)Sum (Colossians 1:28b), and 8)The Strength of the ministry (Colossians 1:29).

Colossians 1:23-29 [23](if indeed you continue in the faith, stable and steadfast, not shifting from the hope of) the gospel (that you heard, which has been proclaimed in all creation under heaven), and of which I, Paul, became a minister. [24] Now I rejoice in my sufferings for your sake, and in ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24-29

Denomination: Other

Reflection B.13 / Does God Have A Purpose In Coronavirus? / Ezekiel 40-42, A Third Temple?

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on May 11, 2020

Should we expect a third temple as part of the 'End Time' picture?

You’re on a whistle-stop ‘ten-cities-in-fourteen-days’ European tour. You had three days in Paris and then two days in Rome. Now you have two days in London. On your first day you had a highly cultural visit to the British Museum. That was great! Today, your tour guide takes you to a former ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Twenty-Ninth Sunday In Ordinary Time; 29th Sunday B -- Can You Drink The Cup?

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 18, 2021

For training purposes, the supervisor suddenly handed the nurse a wine glass that happened to be on a nearby shelf. The "director" asked the nurse to "lose" her thumbs by tucking them into her palms. It was uncomfortable and difficult to hold the glass.

Jesus asked James and John, “Can you drink the cup that I drink?” To answer, One can use Theology as Drama. e.g. A supervisor and a nurse did a re-enactment when a patient was going to have an operation on her thumbs the following day. The nurse asked, "Why? What's the matter with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:42-45

Denomination: Catholic

Walled In Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 19, 2018

Message 9 in our exposition of Nehemiah celebrating the completed wall project.

Chico Alliance Church "Walled In" REVIEW I. REBUILDING THE WALLS 1-7 A. Recognizing the needs through inquiry B. Responding to needs through intense intercession C. Resolving needs through planning and perseverance D. Resisting opposition through prayer and perseverance 1. ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Who Is This?

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Jan 28, 2003

Epiphany 4: Through Jesus’ ministry on earth, we get glimpses of his true identity. We find comfort and peace knowing that Jesus is God among us.

Let me ask you the two most important questions that you will ever consider: “Who is Jesus of Nazareth?” and “What does his identity mean to you?” I want us to consider these two questions from the ’Epiphany perspective.’ As Jesus continues to reveal and manifest his identity during this Epiphany ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Where Are You?

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Jun 7, 2018

This sermon examines God's question in Genesis 3:9: "Where are you?" It looks at where are Adam and Eve in relation to God. It looks at where we are, and where God can be found. This sermon also uses the analogy of Hide and Seek to advance the thought.

For some reason, it seems that every kid loves the game, “Hide and Seek.” My siblings have always enjoyed it. My cousins have always liked it, and it is one of my nephew’s favorite games. The children of my friends always want me to play it with them as well. Kids love to hide, and then to be ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:8-15, Psalm 130:1-2, Psalm 130:7-8

Denomination: Lutheran

A Sobering Reminder Of Life And Eternity

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Jun 16, 2005

This message takes a blunt look at the realities that Hebrews 9:27 expresses.

A Sobering Reminder of Life and Eternity Hebrews 9:27-28 R-eality • There is the reality of life 1. The joys of life 2. The trials of life • There is the reality of the end of life 1. Life is limited “Man born of woman is of a few days…” Job 14:1 “For what is your life? It is even a vapor ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27

Denomination: Baptist

"Hunger And Thirst For Justice.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Nov 30, 2001

Year A. Second Sunday in Advent December 9th, 2001 Title: “Hunger and thirst for justice.”

Year A. Second Sunday in Advent December 9th, 2001 Title: “Hunger and thirst for justice.” Psalm 72:1-7, 18-19 (Reader) Give the king your justice, O God, and your righteousness to a king’s son. C. May he judge your people with righteousness, and your poor with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 72:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Let The Peace Of Christ Rule

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Feb 5, 2008

Christmas 1(B) - Let the peace of Christ rule in humble hearts, with forgiving living, and by a gratitude attitude.

LET THE PEACE OF CHRIST RULE (Outline) December 30, 2007 - CHRISTMAS 1 - Colossians 3:12-17 INTRO: Gone. Gone. Gone. Family and friends have left, returned home and are gone. The presents are organized, put away, exchanged, and are gone from under the tree. Maybe even some have already ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Compassion, Commission, Commandment Series

Contributed by Brent Charles on Oct 3, 2006

A sermon on biblical soul-winning from Matthew 9:35-38

A Closer Walk with Thee Meditations on Christian Doctrine Biblical Soul Winning Matthew 9:35-38 JBC 4/10/05 Pro 11:30 The fruit of the righteous [is] a tree of life; and he that wins souls [is] wise. The fruit of the righteous is righteousness itself without which we can never ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Bible Church

The Fruit Of The Spirit - Temperance Series

Contributed by David Quackenbush on Mar 29, 2008

A look at the last of the 9 manifestations of the fruit of the Spirit in the life of the believer.

The Fruit of The Spirit - Temperance Scripture: 22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. 24 And they that are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with the affectionsb and lusts. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Caleb: The Gray Haired Conqueror Series

Contributed by William Morris on Feb 22, 2004

The 9th in a series of messages from Joshua concerning victorious living

Sermon by: Dr. Todd Morris Text: Joshua 14:6-15 Title: Caleb: The Gray-Haired Conqueror Date: February 25, 2004 Introduction: This passage centers of the man called Caleb. Caleb was a part of Israel when they left Egypt. He was there when God divided the Red Sea, by the way Israel’s passage ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:6-15

Denomination: Baptist

God's Word Powers His Ministry

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 15, 2005

Pentecost 12(B) - God’s word powers his ministry for faithful prophets and for rebellious people.

GOD’S WORD POWERS HIS MINISTRY EZEKIEL 2:1-5 - August 7, 2005 - Pentecost 12 Dearest Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: Today we will talk about power. We know that in our society power is something people spend a lot of time and effort trying to obtain. The one who has the power ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 2:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Extreme Makeover

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Feb 16, 2009

Epiphany 6: We live in a superficial world. Extreme makeovers are touted as the way to a new you. Really? God’s extreme makeovers remake us from the inside out!

We live in the day of the makeover. Some say that with just the right clothes, cosmetics and accessories, we can be new people. Isn’t it cool? The old adage says – clothes make the man – maybe the woman too! On the TV program What Not to Wear, Stacy and Clinton take on the challenge of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

This Is The Lord, We Trusted In Him

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 12, 2002

EASTER SUNDAY(B)- March 31, 2002 - Believers are never put to shame by their trust in the resurrected Lord

THIS IS THE LORD, WE TRUSTED IN HIM Isaiah 25-6-9 - Easter, March 31, 2002 6On this mountain the LORD Almighty will prepare a feast of rich food for all peoples, a banquet of aged wine-- the best of meats and the finest of wines. 7On this mountain he will destroy the shroud that enfolds all ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 25:6-9

Denomination: Lutheran