Sermons on B Epiphany 9:

New Wineskins Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Feb 7, 2002

Jesus told a story in Matthew 9 to teach us about the new things He wants to do in our lives.

INTRODUCTION Sermonic Theme Opening Statement: There are many literary forms used in the Bible. There is poetry, proverb, legal document, dramatic narrative, hymn, sermon, theological treatise, personal letter, and apocalyptic vision. And sprinkled into all of these genres are figures of speech ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:14-17

St. Paul's Wish To Be Accursed From Christ. Series

Contributed by Fredric Lozo on Oct 28, 2004

This Sermon is #9 from Rev. Andrew Lee’s SERMONS published in 1803 by Isaiah Thomas, Jr. at Lisbon, Connecticut.

INTRODUCTION: The entire book Andrew’s Lee’s Sermons is available free at Project Gutenberg as e-Text #15031. SERMON IX. St. Paul’s Wish to be accursed from Christ. Romans ix.3 "For I could wish that myself were accursed from Christ for my brethren, my kinsmen according to the flesh." FEW ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unshakable

Contributed by Monte Brown on Nov 13, 2007

In light of 9/11 one might ask the question; could we face the same fate as the Nation of Israel did?

The Unshakable Isaiah 2:6-22 Monte T. Brown September 16, 2001 Grace Southern Sunday Morning Scripture Isaiah 2:6-22 Introduction Could we face the same fate as the Nation of Israel did, as recorded in the Book of Isaiah? Is God sending a message to us? Isaiah 2:6-8 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:6-22

Denomination: Baptist

Wdjd? What Did Jesus Do? Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Mar 30, 2003

9th in the series "Conversations With Jesus." By washing the disciples feet Jesus demonstrated what’s important about servanthood.

During the American Revolution a man in civilian clothes rode past a group of soldiers repairing a small defensive barrier. their leader was shouting instructions, but making no attempt to help them. Asked why by the rider, he retorted with great dignity, "Sir, I am a corporal!" The stranger ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17, John 13:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living In Trust Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 3, 2003

This is the 9th study in the study "Hope In The Darkness". This study looks at trusting in God even when it seems He is not there.

LIVING IN TRUST 1 Peter 4:12-19 Does it ever feel like God is on vacation? Like God has abandoned you? Most of the time, when a believer is having problems they automatically assume that God is mad at them and has abandoned them. As believers, we must learn how to live in trust. We ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer And The Call Of God Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on Jun 22, 2003

#9 in the series "Patterns for Prayer." Uses the call of Saul and Barnabas as an example of how prayer makes us available to the Lord.

In the eleventh century, King Henry III of Bavaria grew tired of court life and the pressures of being a monarch. He made application to Prior Richard at a local monastery, asking to be accepted as a contemplative and spend the rest of his life in the monastery. "Your Majesty," said Prior Richard, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:23, Acts 13:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Work Of The Spirit In Our Lives

Contributed by William Yates on Oct 14, 2003

In this message we explore how the Holy Spirit works in our lives as laid out in Romans 8:9-30.

Sanctifying Work of the Spirit in our Lives It was nearing the end of Jesus’ life on earth. The disciples were still self-centered and timid. They had been with Him for three years in His ministry throughout Palestine. They had seen Him calm storms, drive out demons, heal lepers, and raise a dead ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:9-30

Hope Fro Troubled Times And Troubled Souls

Contributed by David Welch on Feb 25, 2003

This message was presented shortly after 9/11 and deals with our future hope and present help in times of fearful circumstances.

“Hope for Troubled Times and Troubled Souls” Introduction In these past weeks, many of us have witnessed images we would rather not remember. • Burning buildings. • Falling bodies. • Panic filled streets. • Flesh laced rubble. • Commercial jets encased in skyscrapers. • Monuments collapsing and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"How Can A Loving God Allow The Suffering Of Good People?”

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Sep 27, 2005

This sermon addressed the suffering people experienced following the 9-11-01 terrorist attack in New York and Washington, DC.

“How Can A Loving God Allow the Suffering of Good People?” I Peter 4:12-19 This past week has been a time of suffering for many people in America. Evil hearts resulted in killing friends and family members in San Francisco and Sacramento. Evil hearts planned for months to strike at the heart of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Free Methodist

When Your Faith Is Tested Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 31, 2015

This is the 9th sermon in the series "Don't Be Discouraged". What do you do when your faith is tested?

Series: Don’t Be Discouraged [#9] WHEN YOUR FAITH IS TESTED 1 Peter 4:12-19 Introduction: We have been studying 1 Peter for 9 weeks and I want to remind you of the things that were happening to the Christians when Peter wrote them this letter. Christians were being dragged out of their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Grey Area Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 2, 2015

This is the 9th sermon in the series "Are You Real?". How do you handle things that fall into grey area?

Series: Are You Real? [#9] GREY AREA 1 John 4:1-6 Introduction: There are some things in life that are absolutes and we say that those things are “black and white”; while there are other situations that aren’t so clear and we say that those things are grey area. The ironic ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Take Action Today!

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Mar 9, 2011

In Mark 9 Jesus’ disciples could not cast a demon out of a young boy. What was Jesus explanation as to why? Pray!

Take Action Today! When I read the Bible- like to personalize the Bible. What does God want me to take away from- verses. Often when I read- underline/circle action words. How do those words affect my life? Is there action I need to take in response? This morning-share-verses I read recently-Mk ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:19

Denomination: Charismatic

World Unites In Prayer

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Apr 17, 2012

This article by CH (CPT) Satterfield, USA, was printed in the March 9, 2009 edition of The Mountaineer, the Ft. Carson, CO newspaper

The World Day of Prayer is a worldwide movement of Christians of many traditions who come together to observe a common day of prayer the first Friday of March and who have a continuing relationship in service. The day is initiated and carried out by people in more than 170 countries and regions. It ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:5-6

Denomination: Vineyard

The Sermon Of Seven Woes Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on May 5, 2012

Sermon #9 of 13 sermons on the Preaching of Jesus dealing with the sermon of 7 woes found in Matthew 23:1-39

The Sermon of Seven Woes Matthew 23:1-39 CHCC: March 25, 2012 INTRODUCTION: Have you ever wondered what it would be like if Jesus himself stepped up to this pulpit to preach? Suppose Jesus watched the way you lived your life this past week, and then came to preach in this pulpit today. What ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The True Words Of God Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Sep 20, 2013

REv. 19:9 says "These are the true words of God." What words are true? Why is it important to know them?

“The Great Unveiling: The True Words of God” Revelation 19:1-21 Many of us in the older generations of life remember the original television series Dragnet. One of the classic lines of most every show came from Jack Webb who, as the detective, would question suspects. Whenever one of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed