Sermons on Bernard Pras:

The Divine Word And Sin Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 18, 2012

The divine word reveals the tragic possibility that human freedom can withdraw from the covenant dialogue with God

August 20, 2012 St. Bernard Verbum Domini My habit of preaching on Mondays brings me every two years squarely in the path of two of my least favorite readings from the Word of God. This is the day we hear them. In the first place, Ezekiel, who was a prophet-mime, is told by God that he had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Catholic

Preparing For Easter

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 20, 2011

Leading up to the crucifixion and death of Christ on the cross is perhaps one of the most important events to study in the Christian faith. But ... even with this knowledge, Sunday is STILL coming!

Preparing for Easter Luke 23:44-56 Introduction - Up to this point, we’ve seen several key events that surround this sacred time -- We’ve seen our Lord and Savior fulfill Zec 9:9 and ride into Jerusalem -- We’ve seen one of the 12 betray Him for 30 pieces of silver; the wage of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:44-56

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Epiphany Of The Lord

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 2, 2023

We have to expect to have epiphanies.

I saw a comic strip that said, “The Three Wise Accountants” and one of them said to Mary and Joseph just before Jesus was to be born in the manger, “If you can hold off a week, you can deduct the child on your Year One Taxes.” We hear Isaiah 60:1 in our First Reading; “Your light has come,” ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-6, Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

Why Are You Silent? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 24, 2004

When we experience times of silence from God we must make sure that our heart is in the right place and we must trust God because He knows best. Silence is not a bad thing from God and we ourselves need to learn to practice the discipline of silence befor

Habakkuk part 2: – Why Are You Silent Lord? Thesis: When we experience times of silence from God we must make sure that our heart is in the right place and we must trust God because He knows best. Silence is not a bad thing from God and we ourselves need to learn to practice the discipline of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Veiller Sur Notre Regard Series

Contributed by Patrick Berthalon on Jul 3, 2019

Les yeux peuvent être une bénédiction comme une épreuve dans certaines situations.

VEILLER SUR NOS YEUX Psaumes 17.8 « Garde-moi comme la prunelle de l'œil ; Protège-moi, à l'ombre de tes ailes » De la même façon, nous devons protéger la prunelle de nos yeux, de même, le croyant doit protéger et faire attention à ses ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Nevertheless Of His Surrendering Series

Contributed by Steve Wilson on Jun 6, 2012

This is the third sermon in a series about Jesus being The Great Nevertheless. He keeps wonderfully surprising us. Using the Lord’s "nevertheless" statement in the KJV we get a delightful glimpse of our awesome Savior.

THE NEVERTHELESS OF HIS SURRENDERING Matthew 26:36-46 “Oh My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless not as I will, but as thou wilt.” (verse 39) Introduction • Peggy Haymes wrote the following poem entitled Good Friday Gossip He never did things ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:36-46

Denomination: Baptist

My "Hands On" Mission Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 6, 2009

Serving is the key difference between "doing"church and "being" the church.

NEW PURPOSE, RENEWED PURPOSE Part 3- My "Hands On" Mission John 13:1-17 Sunday, January 18, 2009 Pastor Brian Matherlee Serving is the key difference between "doing" church and "being" the church. If you saw the news this week regarding the plane that crashed into the Hudson River you witnessed a ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

Following The King Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Nov 23, 2015

Israel is pictured as a vineyard. God looks for the fruit of righteousness but finds only injustice. God promises a faithful king who will judge with righteousness.

Isaiah 5:1-7, 11:2-5 “Following the King” INTRODUCTION The texts that we have before us today may seem rather divergent. In chapter five, God is pictured as a gardener—a vine dresser—and the Southern Kingdom of Judah as wild grapes. In the second passage, chapter ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Family Ties: My Big Fat Greek Wedding Series

Contributed by J John on Dec 20, 2007

I am Greek. And if you’ve seen My Big Fat Greek Wedding, you’ll have seen some of my relatives - including my mother, who is a travel agent for guilt trips. (Recently, she returned the Christmas presents that my wife and I bought for her.)

--note-- 2002: IFC Films Directed by Joel Zwick Nia Vardalos as Toula John Corbett as Ian Rated PG for sensuality and language - - - - - I am Greek. And if you’ve seen My Big Fat Greek Wedding, you’ll have seen some of my relatives - including my mother, who is a travel agent for guilt trips. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-8

Denomination: *other

Blessed In America

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jun 27, 2007

Let’s think again about what we have by living in America. 1- Freedom in America 2- Materialism in America 3- Peace in America

INTRO.- We are blessed in America. Where else but in America can you do these things or experience these things: - Only in America can a pizza get to your house faster than an ambulance. - Only in America are there handicap parking places in front of a skating rink. - Only in America do people ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Feeding Five Thousand And Then Some

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 25, 2006

Our text reveals the difference of thinking in the disciples and the Lord.

INTRO.- When Jesus heard what had happened, he withdrew by boat privately to a solitary place. Hearing of this, the crowds followed him on foot from the towns. Crowds of people followed Jesus. That’s not surprising, considering what He did and how He ministered to the people. Have you ever ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Great Crowd Of Witnesses (London Olympics 2012)

Contributed by Tim Power on Aug 1, 2012

A sermon to encourage, to persevere, to understand a great crowd of witnesses goes before us and that we as Christians support each other in our faith race for life

NBC July 2012 (London Olympic opening weekend) In front of a great cloud of witnesses 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 24 Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. 25 Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Make A Choice! Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 13, 2012

The Bible is filled with calls for us to "make a decision." Choose whether our God, or the gods of this world are better... then live like what you believe. What does the world offer, and why can

OPEN: An evangelist in South Africa had a van with this sign on the side that said this: “Where will you spend eternity? Most people don’t decide till the 11th hour. Our service begins at 10:30.” That evangelist’s van was telling people that there was a “decision” to be made. It asked: Where ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:17-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Meeting God When You Are Thirsty Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 18, 2008

God created us with a thirst only he can satisfy.

Introduction Sermon #9 in a Series on the Gospel of John An albatross (known as a sign of good luck) arrived in the nick of time to lead the ship out of the destructive ice field: At length did cross an Albatross, Thorough the fog it came; As if it had been a Christian soul, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Gideon & Ananias In Conversation With God

Contributed by Peter Fisher on Mar 13, 2010

The differences in the way God communicates between old & new testament, and an encouragement to listen

Gideon's Story War with Midianites 6:1-9 About 50 years have passed since the story of Deborah in Judges 5. Under the Judges Israel is a loose confederation of tribes – coming together when required, but mostly independent. In the last half century they have drifted away from God and once ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:10-24

Denomination: Anglican