Sermons on B Proper 23:

Psalm 23 Part Vii "My Cup Overflows Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Aug 9, 2011

David’s cup overflowed because of NOTHING he did. His cup overflowed because of what God did through him. God chose David. There was not anything David could have done to earn this spot. No amount of chasing will get the job done if God is not in it.

Psalm 23b “You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows.” Since David write the 23rd Psalm and David talks about anointing lets look back to David’s anointing by the prophet Samuel. When the Lord took the kingdom from Saul the Lord led the prophet Samuel to Jesse’s family. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:5

9th Sunday After Pentecost. July 26th, 2026. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 17, 2023

Year A, Proper 12.

Genesis 29:15-28, Psalm 105:1-11, Psalm 105:45, Psalm 128:1-6, 1 Kings 3:5-12, Psalm 119:129-136, Romans 8:26-39, Matthew 13:31-33, Matthew 13:44-52 A). A LESSON IN PATIENCE. Genesis 29:15-28. Jacob had been on the run from his twin brother Esau. Jacob, being the younger twin, had duped his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:15-28, Psalm 105:1-11, Psalm 105:45, Psalm 128:1-6, 1 Kings 3:5-12, Psalm 119:129-136, Romans 8:26-39, Matthew 13:31-33, Matthew 13:44-52  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Bother?

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Aug 3, 2001

Year C NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENECOST (PROPER 13) AUGUST 5, 2001 Ecclesiastes 1:2; 12-14; 2:18-23 Title: “Why bother?”

Year C NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENECOST (PROPER 13) AUGUST 5, 2001 Ecclesiastes 1:2; 12-14; 2:18-23 Title: “Why bother?” Written probably about three centuries before Christ, the Book of Ecclesiastes marks an advance over the doctrine of divine retribution. Simplistically put, that doctrine stated that ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Go! And Know You Are Not Hidden - Jeremiah 23:24 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 25, 2025

God calls us to live with bold, faith-filled purpose.

Go! And Know You Are Not Hidden - Jeremiah 23:24 (NLT) INTRODUCTION: We are continuing our “Go! And…” series — exploring how God calls us to live with bold, faith-filled purpose. Today, I want to take you to a powerful question God asks through the prophet Jeremiah — a question that shakes the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:24, Psalm 139:7-12, Hebrews 4:13, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Isaiah 41:10, Matthew 28:20, Romans 5:8, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Keeping Our Commitment To Christ

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 15, 2013

How can we keep our commitment to Christ? 1. Follow the steps of our Savior (vs. 18-22). 2. Be willing to suffer like our Savior (vs. 23a). 3. Depend on divine deliverance (vs. 23b-25).

Keeping Our Commitment to Christ 1 Peter 2:18-25 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 30, 2012 *On February 23, 1836, General Santa Anna's Mexican army arrived in San Antonio to begin the 13-day battle for the Alamo. The commander of the Alamo was Colonel William Travis. Legend ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Jeremiah Plants A Message Of Hope

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 5, 2008

Pentecost 23(B) - Jeremiah plants a message of hope. I. Only God can grow this hope. II. Only God’s hope can grow this joy.

JEREMIAH PLANTS A MESSAGE OF HOPE (Outline) October 19,2008 - PENTECOST 23 - Jeremiah 31:7-9 INTRO: God called Jeremiah as his prophet for his people. Jeremiah served during the reigns of the last kings of Judah. You may recall that the kings of Judah were very bad kings. These kings were more ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:7-9

Denomination: Lutheran

12th Sunday After Pentecost. August 16th, 2026. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 4, 2023

Year A, Proper 15.

Genesis 45:1-15, Psalm 133:1-3, Isaiah 56:1, Isaiah 56:6-8, Psalm 67:1-7, Romans 11:1-2, Romans 11:29-32, Matthew 15:10-28 A). GOD SENT ME HERE. Genesis 45:1-15. The Old Testament Joseph is very much a Type of Christ. Favoured by his father (cf. Genesis 37:3), Joseph was sold by his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15, Psalm 133:1-3, Isaiah 56:1, Isaiah 56:6-8, Psalm 67:1-7, Romans 11:1-2, Romans 11:29-32, Matthew 15:10-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fresh Start

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 3, 2010

1)PURSUING THE PRIZE REQUIRES A PROPER AWARENESS 2) MAXIMUM EFFORT 3) FOCUSED CONCENTRATION 4) PROPER MOTIVATION 5)PROPER RECOGNITION & 6) PROPER CONFORMITY.

The Olympics are coming soon to Vancouver British Columbia. Athletes all over the world are preparing for their various events. They of course train in such a way as to be the best of the best. Their goal; an Olympic Gold Medal, and hearing their national anthem playing while their flag is raised ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Other

Resident Aliens

Contributed by David Roth on Sep 19, 2015

Proper 9 (b) Christ was rejected in his hometown. We, too, are rejected by the world. Focus on our status in the world distracts us from the truth of our citizenship in God's kingdom.

Mark 6: 1-11 J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Resident Aliens” It has been quite a week. A week ago the Supreme Court redefined marriage within the legal and civic sphere. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Here's Your Sign

Contributed by David Roth on Oct 3, 2015

Proper 13 (b) Christ Himself is the sign that we should believe Him and believe in Him, that He is sent from God to do His Will, and make us to be His people.

John 6 J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Here’s your sign” What are the signs of our times? It seems like there could be lots of them. America seems to be plowing full ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Managing Money Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 27, 2025

"Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be” (Matthew 6:19-21).

WHAT IS STEWARDSHIP? MATTHEW 6:19-33 1. “The proper management of our time, talents and treasures for the glory of God. 2. What are other names for a steward? a. Baseball player: agent. b. Your money: financial planner. c. Buying a house: realtor. d. Corporation: CEO or COO. Today’s lesson asks ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-33

Denomination: Baptist

The Procession Of The Church.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 11, 2023

The marriage feast of the Lamb.

THE PROCESSION OF THE CHURCH. Psalm 45:10-17. Psalm 45:2-9 was addressed to the King. Now Psalm 45:10-16 is addressed to the queen. The queen stands for the Church (cf. 2 Corinthians 11:2; Ephesians 5:32; Revelation 21:2, Revelation 21:9). The Church is addressed as “daughter” (Psalm 45:10a). ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 45:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does It Mean To Be Part Of The Church? - Sermon For Proper 18 – Year A

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Sep 4, 2020

Where two or three are gathered in my name. How do we work together to be the church and a living witness to the grace of God within the world

In the name of the father, and the son, and the holy spirit, amen. I came upon this prayer, which I thought was very apt as we come to unfold the scripture, so let’s begin by praying. Jesus said where two or three are gathered in my name there I am among them, then this must be a holy people a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Anglican

Who Do We Strive After? - Sermon For Proper 22 - Year A

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Oct 1, 2020

Paul teaches us about being Christlike, whilst the Gospel teach us about the corruption in Israel. Where do we stand in our faith when we consider the two scriptures?

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. I wonder if you have ever set out to do something and whatever distractions and obstacles has been thrown into your path, you have not been dissuaded, and have carried on with an absolute belief that you could accomplish whatever needed to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46, Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: Anglican

A Prayer For Spirit Enlightenment (Ephesians 1:15-23) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Sep 3, 2025

Enlightenment about God's cosmic plan is something God will give, if we ask. God's plan is far bigger-- cosmic-- than we often realize, and we have been empowered, potentially, more than we think.

Let's start today by reading part of last week's passage. I'll read from my translation, but feel free to follow along however you'd like. Let's turn to Ephesians 1:7, and we'll read through verse 10: (7) In him (=Jesus) we have the freedom/release through his blood-- ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23