Sermons on biblical narrative: showing 826-840 of 36,407

Jesus And The Samaritan Woman PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023

This sermon explores Jesus' encounter with the Samaritan woman, emphasizing His love that crosses boundaries and His gift of salvation available to all. Key

Good morning, dear friends. Isn't it a blessing to gather together in God's house? Isn't it a joy to open His word and let it speak to us? Isn't it a privilege to learn from the life of our Savior, Jesus Christ? Today, we turn our hearts and minds to a passage in the Gospel of John. Specifically, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-41

Topics: Living Water

The Power Of The Gospel PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2023

This sermon explores living unashamedly in faith, harnessing the power of the Gospel, and honoring God's righteousness as the foundation of our character.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a blessing to gather here today, warmed by the glow of our shared faith, united in purpose and love for our Lord Jesus Christ? Opening Scripture Reading – We're here today to unwrap the divine gift of truth found in Romans 1:16-17. The Apostle Paul, in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Topics: Unashamed

Unspeakable Gift PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 6, 2023

This sermon explores the profound love of God as expressed in John 3:16, emphasizing its promise of salvation and eternal life through belief in Jesus.

Good morning, beloved family of God. You are welcome here, in this sacred space, under the canopy of His unending grace. We are here, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters, bound by the love of our Father. Opening Scripture Reading – ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Topics: Gift, Life

Stewardship: Giving In Times Of Little Series

Contributed by Anthony White on Feb 24, 2009

With the looming economic meltdown, persons are tempted to not be faithful in their stewardship. This sermon is an encouragement to give despite the hard times now being faced.

Today is the start of our stewardship series which is normally done this time of the year. Our stewardship series is always about the use of our spiritual gifts, the use of our time and the use of our resources. This morning I want to start off the series by looking at the topic, “Stewardship: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Tale Of Two Men

Contributed by Mark Haines on Mar 17, 2001

An inductive use of narrative contrasting the two men and their eternal homes in Luke 16:19-31.

Text: Luke 16:19 -- 31 Title: The Tale of Two Men Series: Lent 2001 Topic: Salvation/Evangelism Theme: Receiving Salvation Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to receive the salvation only God can give. Response: Individuals will come to the altar rail to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Life Of Hope

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 3, 2008

Part of a series at our church entitled "High Definition." It is a segemented narrative sermon focused on hope.

LIVING LIFE IN HD: HOPE PHILIPPIANS 3:1-21 SEGMENTED ILLUSTRATION 1: The Shawshank Redemption (www.ozsermonillustrations.com/frames/hope_frameset.htm) The Shawshank Redemption is one of the best modern films made in my opinion. It has drama and suspense and turns your heart and stomach upside ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Narnia: Do You Hear What I Hear Series

Contributed by Chris Hill on Dec 6, 2005

Using Narnia and those involved in the birth narratives calls the hearers to idenitfy how they respond to Jesus.

Where It’s Winter But Never Christmas: Do You Hear What I Hear Advent Series 2005 Matthew 1:18-21 (NLT) Now this is how Jesus the Messiah was born. His mother, Mary, was engaged to be married to Joseph. But while she was still a virgin, she became pregnant by the Holy Spirit. [19] Joseph, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21

Denomination: Methodist

Simeon's Song

Contributed by Marc Bertrand on Nov 5, 2004

A first person Christmas narrative focussing on the prophecy of Simeon when the Christ Child is brought to the temple.

a) Oops - Waiting. I have been waiting here... It is not an unusual thing to a Jew... waiting that is. For 400 years we waited in Egypt... for 40 years we wandered the desert...for years we waited for a king... for centuries we have waited in exile... we have waited under the Babylonians, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Be Quiet! Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Nov 29, 2004

First Person Narrative of Zacharias, father of John the Baptist; our need of quiet in response to God...

BE QUIET! Luke 1:5-25 S: Zacharias C: Holy Silence Th: Holy Responses to God Pr: WE NEED TO BE QUIET. First Person Narrative PA: How is the change to be observed? Version: ESV RMBC 28 November 04 AM OUR STUDY: Did you ever have trouble with talking too much? That was I problem I had ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

I've Got Something To Say Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Dec 6, 2004

First person narrative of a shepherd coming from Bethlehem; We have good news to tell!

I’VE GOT SOMETHING TO SAY! Luke 2:8-20 S: Proclamation C: The appropriate response to receiving the good news is to share it with others. Th: Holy Responses to God Pr: WE HAVE GOOD NEWS TO TELL! KW: Narrative PA: How is the change to be observed? • Realize the good news is for you! • Tell the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Loving Your Enemies

Contributed by Ken Pell on Mar 2, 2009

Jesus actions during the passion narrative of Mark are evidence and illustration of loving one’s enemies.

LOVING YOUR ENEMIES Mark 15:1-20 Sermon Objective: A communion sermon; Jesus actions during the passion narrative of Mark are evidence and illustration of loving one’s enemies. Supporting Scripture: Leviticus 19:18; Luke 6:27-36; Romans 5:10; Romans 12:17; 1 John 4:9-10 MARK 15:1-20 Simply put, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Broken Lampstand Series

Contributed by David Ward on Jan 26, 2005

A first-person narrative as Polycarp, bishop of Smyrna, whose big idea is "be faithful, not fearful."

“Broken Lampstand” Revelation 2:8-11 INTRODUCTION Have you ever suffered for your faith? Even a little? To be faithful and be treated badly seems wrong to us—and it is wrong! There is malice in the world, such cruelty that only comes from the evil one, the destroyer. But our Lord prophesied as ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Promise Is A Promise

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Jul 16, 2016

In the narrative of the search for a wife for Isaac, We see the commitment of the servant to keep his promise to Abraham.

A Promise Is A Promise Genesis 24: 2,3&9(NLT) for audio, video of this sermon go to, www.thecreekmonroe.com Intro: A businessman was traveling on a plane for the first time. He had always been terrified of flying but his next appointment required him to do so. The flight was going well when ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:2-9

Denomination: Baptist

Always Be Prepared

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Apr 4, 2023

Are you ready to meet Jesus? In this narrative the author tells us that a spiritual relationship to Jesus is key!

Always be Prepared John 11:55-12:11? Rev. Dr. Michael Koplitz John 11:55 Now the Passover of the Jews was near, and many went up to Jerusalem out of the country before the Passover bo purify themselves. 56 So they were seeking for Jesus, and were saying to one another as they stood in the ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

I Have Seen The Lord! Series

Contributed by Brian Williams on Apr 11, 2023

This is the narrative of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. This was such a radical event in human history that it turned the world upside down.

1 Early on Sunday morning, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene came to the tomb and found that the stone had been rolled away from the entrance. 2 She ran and found Simon Peter and the other disciple, the one whom Jesus loved. She said, “They have taken the Lord’s body out of the tomb, and we ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational