Sermons on B Proper 18:

The Return Of Jesus

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 28, 2013

Comfort for the bereaved.

THE RETURN OF JESUS. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18. Jesus taught that the “day and hour” of His return is known only to His Father (Mark 13:32). However, the new believers in Thessalonica seem to have got the impression that His Coming was imminent. As a result of this misunderstanding, a question ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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

Benefits Of Confessing Our Sins

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Part of our weekly worship includes the corporate confession of our sins. This message considers the benefits of confession and the components of proper confession.

Introductory Considerations 1. Illustration of person who felt need to confess terrible sin. (see illustrations at end). Teaching 1. Confessing sin to pastor or priest - isn’t that a Roman Catholic thing? Didn’t that go out with the Reformation? Perhaps but the felt need we have to confess our ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 9:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Giving Thanks Is Not Normal

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Nov 21, 2006

A Thanksgiving Sermon for Series B lectionary, indicating that through the power of God’s Spirit, we are able to be truly thankful

Thanksgiving Eve, November22,2006 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you this night to give thanks for your many blessings upon us – for the gift of life, for all that sustains us ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Part 7 - Genesis 18:16-33 - How Could A Loving God Send People To Hell? Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jul 15, 2010

DID SODOM DESERVE JUDGMENT? Oh Yes! How could a loving God send people to hell? Ever asked that question? I have. Read on...

Part 7 - Genesis 18:16-33 - HOW COULD A LOVING GOD SEND PEOPLE TO HELL? In the early years of her life she witnessed horrific events as members of her family were beheaded in conflicts in China. Although she was only a little girl, MI LEE (not her real name) was forced to watch and still ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:16-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Part 6 - Matthew 9:18-22 - Lord, What's With The Delay! I'm Desperate Here! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Mar 24, 2010

For Jairus in his desperation it must have seemed to be taking forever. "Lord I'm desperate here! Why this delay? My daughter is dead, and You can heal her with just a touch." Ever prayed like that?

Part 6 - Matthew 9:18-22 - LORD, WHAT'S WITH THE DELAY! I'm desperate here! As a Pastor, I am now a Chaplain in an aged care facility. I start officially on Monday. Julie and I are spending time in a little holiday house in a town called Padanga in Australia before I start. There is NO INTERNET ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:18-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Matthew 18:23-35 – How To Invest In What Truly Matters – Modern Parable Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Aug 29, 2016

Another rogue trader is back in the headlines after Compassion Bank’s Owner and Managing Director, J.C. Davidson, revealed that “unauthorised trading” by Michael Heartless has cost the bank millions of dollars. What the parable would look like today.

Matthew 18:23-35 – HOW TO INVEST IN WHAT TRULY MATTERS – The Parable of a Rogue Trader WORLD BREAKING NEWS: Monday. ANOTHER ROGUE TRADER SQUANDERS MILLIONS. Another rogue trader is back in the headlines after Compassion Bank’s Owner and Managing Director revealed that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:23-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Revelation Study Series 18a - God’s Mysterious Plan Fulfilled (Chapter 13a) Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Mar 7, 2023

Jesus came! He died! He resurrected! He is coming back!

Revelation Study Series 18a - God’s Mysterious Plan Fulfilled (Chapter 13a) 03.13.22 Message… Revelation 13:1-9 1 Then I saw a beast rising up out of the sea. It had seven heads and ten horns, with ten crowns on its horns. And written on each head were names that blasphemed God. 2 This beast ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Transformed By Truth: "be Patient When It Gets Weird" Matthew 1:18-25 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 12, 2024

Matthew 1:18-25 teaches us about patience, trust, and obedience when life takes unexpected turns. Joseph waited for God's guidance even when things got confusing.

Transformed by Truth: "Be Patient When It Gets Weird" Matthew 1:18-25 (NLT) Introduction Today, we are going to delve into a story from the Gospel of Matthew that teaches us about patience, trust, and obedience when life takes unexpected turns. Our focus will be on how Joseph reacted ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, Matthew 1:18-19, Proverbs 3:5-6, Matthew 1:20-21, Psalm 32:8, Matthew 1:24-25, James 1:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Truth Detectors 1.4: The Truth About Jesus Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on May 10, 2004

This is the fourth message in a series on basic Christian doctrine. It provides the foundation for a proper understanding of the doctrine of Jesus Christ. (05-09-04)

*Outlines, fill-in-the-blank sheets, and Microsoft PowerPoint presentations are available. For more information, please contact pastorgeoff@bellsouth.net. Truth Detectors [Episode 1] Message 4 “The Truth About Jesus” John 14:6-7 Opening Illustration Several years ago at a passion play an ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

God's Love Revealed Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 8, 2022

Mary's obedience demonstrates the proper response to God's call in the life of each one.

“In those days Mary arose and went with haste into the hill country, to a town in Judah, and she entered the house of Zechariah and greeted Elizabeth. And when Elizabeth heard the greeting of Mary, the baby leaped in her womb. And Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit, and she exclaimed with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-45

Denomination: Baptist

Truth Detectors 1.5: The Truth About The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Geoff Baggett on May 18, 2004

This is the fifthmessage in a series on basic Christian doctrine. It provides the foundation for a proper understanding of the doctrine of the Holy Spirit. (05-16-04)

*Outlines, fill-in-the-blank sheets, and Microsoft PowerPoint presentations are available. For more information, please contact pastorgeoff@bellsouth.net. Truth Detectors [Episode 1] Message 5 “The Truth About the Holy Spirit” John 16:7-11 Opening Illustration Show Video Clip, “Larry – Doubt and ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-11

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

The Supreme Ministry Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 27, 2014

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

For those mountain climbing, the time they are in most danger is right after they reach the summit. In striving so hard for so long, after the point to which they reach their goal, they are most likely to put their guard down and lose their way. We've just celebrated the pinnacle of our year in the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24-29

Denomination: Other

"Yes, We Know, And We Ought To Know We Know” 1 John 5 V 18-21 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 6, 2022

We know what we know! Some people think assurance is brashness but it is the lifeline with God. John brings to us 6 KNOWS we should KNOW. Lovely challenging section of the bible - how God has blessed us.

“YES, WE KNOW, AND WE OUGHT TO KNOW WE KNOW” 1 John 5 v 18-21 1John 5 v 18 We know that no one who is born of God sins, but He who was born of God keeps him and the evil one does not touch him. 1John 5:19 We know that we are of God, and the whole world lies in the power of the evil one. 1John ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:18-21, Romans 10:17, John 20:6-9, Hebrews 11:1-3, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Romans 16:20, Ephesians 2:1-2, Ephesians 2:3, 1 John 2:15-16, John 16:33, 1 John 5:4, 1 Peter 5:8-9, John 1:10-11, 1 Timothy 1:15, Philippians 3:10, John 5:36, 1 John 1:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational