Sermons on B Proper 13:

Parables Of The Kingdom Part Iv - The Hidden Treasure And Pearl

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Feb 17, 2024

This is the fourth of a series on Christ's parables on the KOH in Matthew 13

Title: “Parables of the Kingdom” Part IV Script: Mt. 13:44-46 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 2-17-24 Intro: Facebook’s $1 billion acquisition of Instagram was a watershed moment for Big Tech. It demonstrated just how much wealth and power the industry holds — and how it could be wielded. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Metaphor Of A Vine

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 13, 2019

You turn us, O LORD, You shine on us. Without You there is no salvation.

A METAPHOR OF A VINE. Psalm 80:1-2; Psalm 80:8-19. There are two metaphors in this Psalm: that of God as Shepherd (Psalm 80:1-7), and that of Israel as a vine (Psalm 80:8-16). It is upon the second of these that I wish to concentrate our attention. But first we must remind ourselves of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 80:1-2, Psalm 80:8-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gentiles Coming To Christ Series

Contributed by Russell Rhodes on Sep 1, 2005

This is the account of gentiles coming to Christ the 13th sermon in the series in Acts

Gentiles coming to Christ Acts #13 Acts 10 I. God fearing Gentiles needed some one to tell the good news of Jesus. 10:1-8 A. Introduction of Cornelius. 1. Lived in Caesarea 2. He was a Roman Soldier, a Centurion; He was in charge of a group of 100 soldiers. 3. He was a devout man that feared ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Baptist

The Theft Of A Vineyard

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 13, 2013

One man's brave stand against those who would rob him of his inheritance.

THE THEFT OF A VINEYARD. 1 Kings 21:1-21. Some of us have had the privilege of living in a land where, on paper at least, there was no trespass law. Whether this was because ‘the land belongs to the LORD’ is doubtful - surely no land can share today in the special status of ancient Israel? Yet ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Be Missional Is To Go And Make Disciples

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 18, 2009

Second sermon in the second part of an initial 2009 series, ‘2 Things 2 B in 09’

When I started writing this sermon, I noticed in my notes that I had written down a question for each of this month’s sermons with the intention of asking it at some point in the sermon. Well, I failed to do so last week and so it is with that question we begin this week’s message. (Slide 1) What ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 24:47

Denomination: Church Of God

Palm Sunday, Passion Sunday, Year C. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 4, 2022

6th Sunday in Lent. APRIL 13th, 2025.

Psalm 118:1-2, Psalm 118:19-29, Luke 19:28-40, Isaiah 50:4-9, Psalm 31:9-16, Philippians 2:5-11, Luke 22:14-71, Luke 23:1-56. A). THANKSGIVING AT THE GATE OF JERUSALEM. Psalm 118:1-2, Psalm 118:19-29. As the crowd approaches Jerusalem for the great annual feast, the mood is one of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-2, Psalm 118:19-29, Luke 19:28-40, Isaiah 50:4-9, Psalm 31:9-16, Philippians 2:5-11, Luke 22:14-71, Luke 23:1-56  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Should We "Make Much Of Our Ministry” As Paul Did – Rom. 11:13

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 31, 2001

How Should We “Make Much of Our Ministry” as Paul Did – Rom. 11:13

How Should We “Make Much of Our Ministry” as Paul Did – Rom. 11:13 When people are genuinely empowered and excited about their ministry they tend to make it a labor of love rather than an obligation to complete. Paul, the apostle, knew how to magnify his office without letting it become an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Exodus 13 - Don’t Touch Me! I Belong To God, So Back Off! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 25, 2009

In friendly banter, I will say to guys that give me a friendly push, "Hey, I belong to God! I am annointed! Don’t touch the Lord’s annointed! Back off!" What about you? Do you belong to God?

Exodus 13 - Set Apart for Him! Exodus 13 interests me as it speaks about the firstborn sons of Israel. I am a firstborn son. If I had been in Egypt in the previous chapter I too would have perished unless I took the blood of the lamb and put it on the doorposts and lintels of my house. And in this ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 13:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rev.#42~12:10-17 ~13:~satan & His Demons Are Cast Down To The Ground Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Feb 10, 2010

This chapter is telling about an atmospheric war of Gods angels and Satan’s angels, we’re told in Eph.2: that Satan is the “prince” ruler, and power of the air, but he will lose this position as he and his demons lose this war and find themselves now alto

Rev.#42~12:10-17 ~13:~SATAN & HIS DEMONS ARE CAST DOWN TO THE GROUND~ 2-13-10 Today Lord willing we will most likely conclude chapter 12: and get into chapter 13:, we have been in this chapter longer than any other so far, there is much that can be said about these verses. We have saw that ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Matthew 13:45-46 – You Are So Worth It! – Part 17 Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Apr 15, 2011

Simple parable. Or is it? I find myself wanting to ask Jesus some questions like “Who or What is the PEARL OF GREAT VALUE?” Are WE the pearl of great price and is it Christ who gives up everything to purchase us?

Matthew 13:45-46 – YOU ARE SO WORTH IT! – Part 17 “Again, the Kingdom of Heaven is like a merchant on the lookout for choice pearls. When he discovered a pearl of great value, he sold everything he owned and bought it!” Simple parable. Or is it? I find myself wanting to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:45-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Matthew 13:53-58 - How To Miss The Point Entirely About Jesus - Part 21 Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on May 18, 2011

The Kingdom of God, the authority of Jesus, the answers for life are abandoned because of unbelief. UNBELIEF pushes Jesus away and refuses God's wisdom and power. Unbelief builds a levy bank that redirects the flood of God's blessings elsewhere and then c

Matthew 13:53-58 - HOW TO MISS THE POINT ENTIRELY ABOUT JESUS - Part 21 "Put it on the shelf for a while. You can always revisit it later with fresh eyes." At least that's what I tell myself when I get stuck with a writing project. Unfortunately it takes a while for me to revisit it. Well, not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:53-58

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Matthew 5:13-16 “let’s Not Talk About Religion” Series

Contributed by Thomas H on Nov 24, 2011

Matthew 5:13-16 “Let’s not talk about religion”

Matthew 5:13-16 “Let’s not talk about religion” Manuscript As you know we’ve lived overseas in a few different countries. I’ve had to learn to live in a culture that is not my own. As well as that I’m married to someone from overseas – a Czech. And Czech ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Matthew 13:20-21 – Part 5 – Swimming At The Shallow End Of The Pool? Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jan 28, 2011

No matter how hardhitting and inspiring and deep the message is on Sunday, many stay at the shallow end and won’t continue with the faith that they profess.

Matthew 13:20-21 – Part 5 – SWIMMING AT THE SHALLOW END OF THE POOL? He stays at the shallow end of the pool for a long time, refusing invitations to come out into the deeper water, even with his dad. But after a long time considering it, my grandson Zion Brave Bennett thrusts himself ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Matthew 13:24 – I Don’t Want To Live Like This Anymore! - Part 8 Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Feb 7, 2011

Mubarak has survived six assassination attempts, but his dictatorship has brought the wrath of Egypts masses against him. They are shouting “We don’t want to live like this, anymore!” What about me? Who rules my life?

Matthew 13:24 – Part 8 - I DON’T WANT TO LIVE LIKE THIS ANYMORE! He has ruled Egypt for 29 years and has no intention of resigning. Mubarak and his family are incredibly rich. Apparently they have $70 billion due to corruption, kickbacks and some legitimate business activities. His kingdom is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Matthew 13:36-43 - Hell, God’s Waste Management Centre - Part 11 Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Mar 1, 2011

It is a sickly, acrid, repulsive stench that makes you curl your face into an involuntary grimace and hold your nose. In the Valley of Hinnom, outside Jerusalem, refuse is burned continually day and night. Jesus uses it as a picture of Hell.

Matthew 13:36-43 - HELL, GOD’S WASTE MANAGEMENT CENTRE - Part 11 I watch as hell is washed inland with the momentum of an earthquake behind it, a wave of burning cars, buildings and debri. And in its wake the devastation of thousands lost. Earthquake, tsunami, nuclear explosion. In the Valley of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:36-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational