Sermons on B Proper 20:

Introduction To The Apostles Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 4, 2020

The first part shows Peter as a prominent person, and in the second part, Paul was a prominent figure. Above all, the Holy Spirit was important than these two apostles...

INTRODUCTION TO ACTS Title: In fact, the book had no title until the middle of the second century AD. Acts 1:13 served as the base to title it as ACTS of the Apostles. However, records of most of the Apostles are missing. Only Peter, John, and James are found. The first part shows Peter as a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1

Denomination: Methodist

Connections Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 4, 2020

Luke 1 narrates the birth of the Messiah, and the first chapter of the book of Acts of the Apostles expresses the Birth of the Church. Luke brings out the connection between the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles.

1: 01-11 Introduction to Acts of the Apostles 1: 1-03 Connection between Gospel and Acts 1: 4-08 Connection between Christ and Disciples 1: 9-11 Connectivity between Present and Future Church 1: 1-03 Connection between Gospel and Acts ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Eigth Commandment Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 14, 2016

Do not steal others property. Work hard and earn your blessings.

Eighth Commandment: Thou Shall not Steal-Ex 20:15 Introduction: take (another person's property) without permission or legal right and without intending to return it. Robbery is the crime of taking or attempting to take something of value by force or threat of force or by putting the victim in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15

Denomination: Methodist

Jerusalem Council Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 21, 2021

The first Jerusalem Council met to decide on the issues raised by the early Christians. Certain problems have to be discussed, argued, and finalized with the help of the Holy Spirit. Know further by reading through this sermon.

Acts 15:1-20 Jerusalem Council on Gentiles Conversion 15:01-05 Issues of Circumcision 15:06-12 Peter stood for Grace 15:13- 21 Ruling of James on Circumcision Acts 15:01-05 Issues of Circumcision This passage explains ceremonialism emphasized by few Jewish Christians. The descendants of Abraham ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

Are You In Fit Condition Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 12, 2012

Spiritual Fitness

Are You in Fit Condition? - 1 Timothy 4 - 10/26/08 Join me in turning to the book of 1 Timothy, chapter 4. Timothy is towards the end of the New Testament, in the second half of the Bible. We have been going through this book together. We saw that this is a letter from the Apostle Paul to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Worry And Giving

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 9, 2016

If we honestly consider the subject of how we part with our money, we will discover much about ourselves. Our text has much to teach about how financial security affects our trust in God.

Matthew 6:25-34 Worry and Giving 6/29/03 D. Marion Clark Introduction Some may say that “stewardship” is a code word for asking for money. I suppose that is true to a point. But if we honestly consider the subject of how we part with our money, we will discover much about ourselves. Our text ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Obedience To God

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 5, 2003

God has ordained civil government so we are to be in total compliance with civil authorities. Or are we?

July 6, 2003 Morning Service Text: Romans 13:1-7 Subject: Obedience to the Law Title: Whom Shall We Obey? As the Fourth of July weekend comes to a close we want to remember our country with a salute to the freedoms and liberties that we have. Let’s just stop for a moment and ponder these things. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

First Things First (Ezra #3) Series

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jun 10, 2005

Continuing Study on the Book of Ezra. First Things First. Build the altar (worship) Praise God Don’t be distracted by whiners.

Title: First Things First (Ezra #3) Text: Ezra 3:1-6; 10-13 Introduction 1. First things first… This is a common saying… To remind us to make sure we get things in the proper order… We enjoyed a wonderful vacation in Weston, FL… But, we knew that we couldn’t just jump in the van and drive 6 ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:1-13

Denomination: Nazarene

Jesus And Elijah Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2010

Are you Elijah? (Matthew 16:14) (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Are you...Elihah (Matthew 16:14) Reading: 1 Kings chapter 17 verse 1. Quote: “Socrates was aid to be wise, not because he knew all the answers, but because he asked the right questions.” Jesus knew how to ask a good question: • And when he asked the disciples; “Who do the crowds say that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1

Denomination: Brethren

All Scripture Is Profitable

Contributed by Russell (Rusty) Pruitt on Mar 15, 2018

Reading the Bible intelligently

ALL SCRIPTURE IS PROFITABLE TEXT: II TIM. 3:16 INTRODUCTION: Paul is writing to his “son” in the faith, Timothy, and he is encouraging him to embrace and hold dear the Word of God. He told him first, that ALL scripture, and by that he’s talking about the Old Testament, is “profitable.” He prefaces ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When You Feel Like Your Faith Has Been Shortchanged

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 5, 2014

Sometimes circumstances seem to contradict the fact that God is watching over our lives and guiding its events for our good. How can you respond to the forces of doubt that gather to smother the flame of your faith? Learn from a lady who had 2 crises.

WHEN YOU FEEL LIKE YOUR FAITH HAS BEEN SHORTCHANGED 2 Kgs. 4:8-37 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A district attorney in a rural court appeared before the judge with accusations against the prisoner. "Your Honor, I intend to show that this man is guilty of bigotry." 2. "Why do you say that?" the judge ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:8-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Foretells The Future! Series

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Nov 9, 2020

Matthew 24 looks into the near future and the distant future.

Full manuscript follows outline... 1. Jesus is on the Mt of Olives Across The Valley From The Temple. • Jesus will ascend from the Mt of Olives (Acts 1:10-12) • Jesus will return on the Mt. of Olives. (Zech 14:4) 2. Jesus Gives A Prophesy of The Temple’s Demise: v. 2, 15-21 • AD 66, riots broke ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mirroring Jesus-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 25, 2020

2 of ? Peter calls his audience to mirror/reflect/emulate Christ Jesus. God’s people will strive to intentionally mirror/reflect Christ Jesus. But What of Christ Jesus are God’s people to reflect/mirror? Mirroring Jesus reflects...

MIRRORING/Emulating JESUS-II—1Peter 3:18--4:6 Attention: Trusting Grandma: Johnny was at his first day of school. The teacher starts the day with the pledge of allegiance, & instructs them to put their right hands over their hearts & repeat after her. She looks around the room as she ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Teach Us To Pray

Contributed by Bruce Allen on Oct 22, 2004

A brief expostion of the Lord’s Prayer as found in Luke 11:1-4 and Matthew 6:9-13.

TEACH US TO PRAY Luke 11:1-4 cf. – (Matthew 6:9-13) Luke 11:1-4 1 It happened that while Jesus was praying in a certain place, after He had finished, one of His disciples said to Him, "Lord, teach us to pray just as John also taught his disciples." 2 And He said to them, When you pray, say: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Attributes Of God Always Meet Our Needs

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2001

How the Attributes of God Meets Our Needs

God’s Attribute, Verse and Human Need 1. Adequacy - 2 Cor. 3:5,6 - Feelings of Inadequacy 2. Friend - Jn. 15:13-15 - Loneliness 3. Enabler - Phil. 2:13,14 - Lack of needed abilities 4. Supplier - Phil. 4:19 - Lack of resources 5. Faithful - 2 Thes. 3:3 - Instability 6. Gentleness ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational