Sermons on B Proper 26:

A Mission Of Amazing Grace: Seek Justice, Rescue The Oppressed

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Feb 18, 2007

Based on Isaiah 1:15-17 and James 2:14-26 this sermon was prepared for "Amazing Grace" Sunday 2007. The thesis is that we are saved to be agents of God’s Grace in the cause for social justice for God’s oppressed children in our modern society.

A Mission of Amazing Grace: Seek Justice, Rescue the Oppressed --Isaiah 1:15-17 and James 2:14-26 Today North American Christians are celebrating “Amazing Grace Sunday,” but do you realize the significance in our celebrating the most beloved hymn of all time? On Friday, 23 February 2007, the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:15-17

Denomination: Methodist

Faithfulness Above All

Contributed by Richard Futrell on Oct 7, 2010

Jesus says, “If anyone comes to me and doesn’t hate his father, mother, wife, children, brothers, and sisters--and yes, even his own life--he cannot be my disciple” (Luke 14:26).

Intro In the Gospel reading for today, we possibly find Jesus at the height of His success, as we measure it. Never had He enjoyed such large crowds. People flocked to Him--and the numbers just grew larger and larger as He got closer to Jerusalem. Yet, Jesus has to ruin it by preaching a bunch ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Mary’s Message To Us Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 3, 2011

God wants you: 1. To have the gift of His grace (vs. 26-30). 2. To know about His kingdom (vs. 31-35). 3. To believe in the possibility of His power (vs. 36-37). 4. To be a submissive servant (vs. 38).

Back to the Best of Christmas Part 1: Mary’s Message to Us Luke 1:26-38 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 4, 2011 *Did you ever wish you could go back to the first Christmas? Back to Bethlehem, back to the angels, the shepherds, and the baby Savior in the manger? *We can’t go ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

"defeating Depression" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Oct 28, 2020

Distance runners like those who run marathons often experience what is called hitting the wall. When they get to about mile 20 of the 26 mile run their energy begins to run out and they begin to think, will I actually make it to the finish line?

DEFEATING THE HOLIDAY BLUES “Defeating Depression” 1st Kings 19 Distance runners like those who run marathons often experience what is called hitting the wall. When they get to about mile 20 of the 26 mile run their energy begins to run out and they begin to think, will I actually make it to the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Defeating Depression Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 4, 2020

Distance runners like those who run marathons often experience what is called hitting the wall. When they get to about mile 20 of the 26 mile run their energy begins to run out and they begin to think, will I actually make it to the finish line?

DEFEATING THE HOLIDAY BLUES “Defeating Depression” 1st Kings 18:1-19:1 and Romans 8:38-39 Distance runners like those who run marathons often experience what is called hitting the wall. When they get to about mile 20 of the 26 mile run their energy begins to run out and they begin to think, will ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord's Great Miracle Of Life Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Nov 19, 2019

Trust in the Lord: 1. When life is a mystery (vs. 1-6; 32-36). 2. When we are in agony (vs. 17-21). 3. For His ability (vs. 21-25; 39-44). 4. For our eternity (vs. 26-27).

The Lord's Great Miracle of Life The Gospel of John John 11:1-44 (Reading vs. 1-15) Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - September 16, 2018 (Revised November 19, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to John 11, and we will begin to study one of our favorite miracles. ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel: Rights Of Sonship Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 18, 2015

The passage of Galatians 3:26-4:7 is about Sonship. We find here about the tremendous privilege of Sonship that comes with faith in Christ. We became Sons of God when we trusted Christ as savior. We actually become a child of the king.

When you look at the coaching career of the winningest coach in division 1 basketball, Bobby Knight you see he has coached some pretty impressive players. He has coached Isaih Thomas, Michael Jordan (on the Olympic team) and other very notable players. Which one do you suppose was his favorite to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Beyond The Scroll

Contributed by Rev Emmanuel O. Adejugbe on Jan 5, 2026

In 2026, it is easy to be connected to everyone but grounded in nothing. Are you building a legacy, or just consuming a feed? Move Beyond the Scroll and discover how to develop "20/26 Vision" trading temporary dopamine hits for the permanent Kingdom milestones that actually matter.

As we step into 2026, we find ourselves in a world obsessed with the momentary. We are programmed to "scroll" constantly seeking the next hit of dopamine or the next temporary distraction. We often talk about "20/20 vision," meaning we see things clearly as they are right now. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 12:1, Psalm 119:9, Psalm 90:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Community Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Jul 28, 2025

In community we share our joys so others can rejoice with us, and we share our burdens and sorrows with others because God didn’t create us to do life alone (1 Cor 12:26; Gal 6:2).

I just read a headline in Deutsche Welle news which read “Germany sees uptick in people living alone.” Single-person households are already the most common household type in Germany, making up over 40% of the total. Loneliness is most common among those under 30. But this trend isn’t unique to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gather For Rhythm Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon will explore the power of habits in shaping our lives, the importance of gathering together, and how a healthy rhythm can lead to healthy habits, drawing from Acts 2:42-47, Matthew 6:9-13, and 1 Corinthians 11:23-26.

Welcome back for round 2 of our We Are Gathered Here sermon series. As we get started today, I want to ask everyone to think about some of the habits you have. Good or bad, right or wrong; Habits are powerful. In fact, we know it’s hard to shake off a bad habit since it takes an average of 66 days ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Topics: Healthy Habits, Fellowship, Spiritual Rhythm

Sermon Series: We Are Gathered Here

Approaching Your Year(2023-4)-5[part-2]

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 30, 2024

5 of 5. God established a novel way for Israel to approach their calendar year. God’s people should have a particular approach toward understanding their calendar year. But, How are we to approach our new year? A proper approach toward your year is found in...

APPROACHING YOUR YEAR-V—Exodus 12:3-13[part-2](:1-13) Attention: Turkey Hunting: Last year I had my chance to do the traditional thing of shooting my own turkey for Thanksgiving. I got all geared-up to bag a turkey. I had so much camouflage on, that nobody could’ve seen me coming! I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:3-13, Exodus 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Doctrines & Demons

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 2, 2015

1) The Predictability of Apostasy (1 Timothy 4:1), 2) The Purveyors of Apostasy (1 Timothy 4:2), 3) The Principles of Apostasy (1 Timothy 4:3a), and know: 4) The Response to Apostasy (1 Timothy 4:3b–5)

1 Timothy 4:1-5. [4:1] Now the Spirit expressly says that in later times some will depart from the faith by devoting themselves to deceitful spirits and teachings of demons, [2] through the insincerity of liars whose consciences are seared, [3] who forbid marriage and require abstinence from foods ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Other

The 8 Labors Of The Apostle Paul

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 30, 2004

Just like Hercules, the Apostle Paul was given a commission by his King to labor for the people and to serve Him. Verse 25 tells us that God commissioned Paul to serve Him and to labor for the Gospel. These labors of Paul were not for fame or fortune, b

THE 8 LABORS OF THE APOSTLE PAUL COLOSSIANS 1:24-2:5 INTRODUCTION... (http://www.perseus.tufts.edu/Hercules/labors.html) There is a famous story that you perhaps read in high school or college about the Greek hero Hercules. The goddess Hera, determined to make trouble for Hercules, made him lose ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Help Against Enemies”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jul 14, 2002

July 21, 2002 -- NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 11 Psalm 86:11-17 Teach me your way, O LORD, and I will walk in your truth. (Ps. 86:11) Color: Green Psalm 86 Title: “Help against Enemies”

July 21, 2002 -- NINTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 11 Psalm 86:11-17 Teach me your way, O LORD, and I will walk in your truth. (Ps. 86:11) Color: Green Psalm 86 Title: “Help against Enemies” 1 Incline your ear, O LORD, and answer me, for I am poor and needy. 2 Preserve my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 86:1-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Harvest Festival Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 15, 2003

Jesus provides the Bread of Life 1.B – Our need to Belong 2. R – He relieves our fears 3. E - He entertains our doubts 4. A – He answers our questions 5. D – He is a Dear Friend

Harvest Festival - Stiffkey 2003 Today is Harvest Sunday. Question: I was in Langham school on Thursday and the head, Mike Green asked the children: Why do we celebrate Harvest Festival? Ans: It is a day when we remember and give thanks to God for all He has given us. And as a result of ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-35

Denomination: Anglican