Sermons on B Proper 13:

The Easter Apocalypse

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 2, 2018

Bringing the hope of salvation into an otherwise dismal prospect.

THE EASTER APOCALYPSE. Isaiah 25:6-9. This small passage lies at the heart of the so-called ‘Isaiah Apocalypse’ of chapters 24-27 and brings hope into an otherwise dismal prospect. Chapter 25 itself begins with praise for God’s ‘plans formed of old, faithful and sure’ (Isaiah 25:1) - which ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 25:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord Is My Shepherd

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 26, 2015

Addressed to both children and adults.

THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD. Psalm 23:1-3. When King David was a boy, he used to look after his father’s sheep - so he knew what he was talking about when he spoke of the LORD as his shepherd. As we all know, a “shepherd” looks after sheep. David led the sheep, but the LORD led David. Yet one day ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Response Of A Sheep To The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 8, 2015

Reassurances in the valley, celebrations on the plateau, and hope for the future.

A SHEEP’S RESPONSE TO THE GOOD SHEPHERD. Psalm 23:4-6. ‘All we like sheep have gone astray’ (Isaiah 53:6). Yet when we know Jesus as our Good Shepherd (John 10:14), we have full bragging rights (Psalm 23:1-3). One of the distinguishing marks of the Good Shepherd is His compassion towards an ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wedding - 1 Corinthians 13

Contributed by Roger Haugen on May 14, 2002

1 Corinthians 13 sets out clearly what love is and what it is not. It is important to have such a definition clear in your mind as you begin. This blueprint can be a guide for those days down the road when you feel anything but loving

Tammy Donahue / Terry Buziak 30 November 2001 1 Corinthians 13 We gather with you today Tammy and Terry to celebrate a beginning. We start before God and before all these people the celebration of your life together as husband and wife. Today you declare your love for each other before God and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Discover The Proof - John 13

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Mar 23, 2004

The one undeniable piece of evidence that will authenticate our position as believers in Jesus is our unqualified love for other people.

Discover the Proof – John 13 November, 2003 In John 13: • Jesus washes the disciples’ feet. (1-17) • John calls himself “the one Jesus loved.” (23) • Judas makes his final decision to betray Jesus. (26-30) • Jesus says an emotional goodbye to his friends. (31-35) • Peter is told he will deny ...read more

Scripture: John 13:35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The God Of Genesis 1-3

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on May 5, 2003

This passage provides us with a wealth of information about the nature and character of God. I dare say that the rest of the Bible reveals little about God’s nature and character that isn’t revealed right here in the very first three chapters of the book

The events told in the first three chapters of the book of Genesis are well known. For centuries, they have provided material for many lessons and studies. I, myself, cannot count the number of times that I have used all or a portion of this passage in sermons that I have delivered. The amazing ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Romans 10:1-13 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Jan 3, 2007

Romans 10:1-13

Romans 10:1-13 1Brothers, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for the Israelites is that they may be saved. 2For I can testify about them that they are zealous for God, but their zeal is not based on knowledge. 3Since they did not know the righteousness that comes from God and sought to establish ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-13

Denomination: Bible Church

Romans 12:10-13 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Jan 5, 2007

Romans 12:10-13

Romans 12:10-13 10Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Honor one another above yourselves. 11Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. 12Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer. 13Share with God’s people who are in need. Practice ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:10-13

Denomination: Bible Church

Romans 13:8-14 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Jan 8, 2007

Romans 13:8-14

Romans 13:8-14 8 Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for he who loves his fellowman has fulfilled the law. 9 The commandments, "Do not commit adultery," "Do not murder," "Do not steal," "Do not covet," and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Bible Church

Abraham, A Man Challenged #13 Series

Contributed by Raymond Smith on Jan 20, 2008

The Potency of Righteousness

Abraham, a man of Challenge, Faith and Promise The Potency of Righteousness Reading: Genesis 18:16-22 Last time we were looking at this chapter, we looked at the terrible tendency of human nature to accept the Status Quo, as somehow being the inevitable, unchangeable, the "this is the way it ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:16-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Article #13 - The Lord's Supper Series

Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Dec 7, 2006

Thirteenth in a sixteen-part series, this sermon looks at the Nazarene Article of Faith specific to the Sacrament of Holy Communion.

Article of Faith #13 - The Lord’s Supper Date: Sunday, September 5, 2004 Author: Rev. Jonathan K. Twitchell Each week as we conclude our time of prayer, we repeat the words that Jesus used to teach his disciples how to pray. We pray the Lord’s Prayer, not so much for the sake of the words, but ...read more

Scripture: John 6:28-58

Denomination: Nazarene

Romans 4:13-25 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Dec 27, 2006

Romans 4:13-25

(13)It was not through law that Abraham and his offspring received the promise that he would be heir of the world, but through the righteousness that comes by faith. (14)For if those who live by law are heirs, faith has no value and the promise is worthless, (15)because law brings wrath. And where ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:13-25

Denomination: Bible Church

Mark 9:2-13 Series

Contributed by Malcolm Rogers on Sep 6, 2007

The transfiguration points us to Jesus the Son of God, to the cross and is an encouragement to persevere in prayer.

There are moments, often extremely rare, when the scales fall away and we see reality as it is. It is a bit like looking through a microscope or telescope. What we thought was a blob suddenly appears transformed into something wonderful. Well, in a sort of way, that is what happens here. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-13

Denomination: Anglican

Understanding Revelation #13 - Heaven Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Nov 13, 2008

God wants us to set our sights on the reality of Heaven, and to let Heaven fill our thoughts. This study of Revelation chapters 21-22 gives us a glimpse of Heaven.

SESSION #13: REVELATION #21 – A GLIMPSE OF HEAVEN: A DESCRIPTION OF THE SECOND COMING: “But I do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning those who have fallen asleep, lest you sorrow as others who have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Prophetic Parables Of Matthew 13

Contributed by Paul George on Jan 29, 2004

The thirteenth chapter of Matthew opens with these words "That day Jesus went out of the house, and was sitting by the sea.”

The thirteenth chapter of Matthew opens with these words "That day Jesus went out of the house, and was sitting by the sea.” This statement clearly looks back to the preceding chapter, where Matthew records Israel’s rejection of their King. At the beginning of Matthew 12 we find the Pharisees ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-2

Denomination: Holiness