Sermons on Branch Of Jesse:

Staying Connected

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 29, 2009

Jesus says that it is not our "religious activity" that produces fruit, but our relationship with Him.

I THINK MOST OF US WOULD AGREE THAT MINISTRY IS A VERY REWARDING PART OF OUR LIVES. ALL OF US “ADD TO” AND “ASSIST WITH” THE CHAPEL’S MINISTRY IN SOME FORM OR FASHION. HOWEVER, WHERE WE DIFFER IN OUR INVOLVEMENT RELATES TO WHY WE CHOOSE TO DO ALL THESE THINGS. FOR MOST, WE DO IT TO FURTHER THE ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-5

Denomination: Free Methodist

Are We Ready For Him? Series

Contributed by Dev Prasad Cruz on Oct 3, 2013

“If Jesus is coming down now, Are we ready for Him?!”

Last night in the midst of silence and darkness I heard a distinct whisper “If I am to Come Down now, are you Ready?” In the continuing disappearance of the shrill night that raised a thousand questions that scorched me in acute embarrassment as I bewilderingly realized confessing to my ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Weapons Of War Series

Contributed by Seth Alexander on Apr 2, 2015

We have been given weapons for this Battle against Satan.

• I read a post from Mark Hall last week. • One of the strongest weapons that Satan uses against us: the illusion of the power to limit. • Satan does everything in his power to limit us, just like one would with the tree, • Trying to place us in a small pot, trying to trim ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Reflection C.5 / Does God Have A Purpose In Coronavirus? Israel Is An Important Indicator

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on May 23, 2020

When Jesus refers to a fig tree in Matthew 24, he is thinking of Israel. Israel is relevant to 'End Times'.

Today, we’re on to our last Reflection on Matthew 24! This Reflection contains some relatively complex arguments. I just can’t make it shorter. Sorry. If you’re in the mood for something stretching, read on! As Jesus starts to wind up his answer to his disciples’ question, he says this: 32 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-34

Denomination: Baptist

A Tree By The River

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 30, 2013

Relaying five provisions of living by the Word 1. Prominence And he shall be like a tree … 2. Permanence … Planted by the rivers of waters … 3. Productive … that bringeth forth his fruit … 4. Perpetual … in his season; his leaf also shall not wither … 5

"All I Need To Know About Life I Learned From Trees" • It’s important to have roots. • In today’s complex world, it pays to branch out. • If you really believe in something, don’t be afraid to go out on a limb. • Be flexible so you don’t break when a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:3

Denomination: Baptist

Trust In Action

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Apr 13, 2011

It is easy to say that we trust God; we must prove it with our actions.

Trust in Action April 10, 2011 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: It is easy to say that we trust God; we must prove it with our actions. Focus Passage: I Samuel 14:1-23 esp. vs. 6 Supplemental Passage: I can do all things through Him who strengthens ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 14:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Hosanna To The King Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 3, 2020

As the King came to die, He did so: 1) At the Proper Moment (John 12:12a), 2) With the Passionate Multitude (John 12:12b-13), 3) In the Predicted Manner (John 12:14-15), and 4) To the Perplexity of His Men (John 12:16).

John 12:12-16 [12] The next day the large crowd that had come to the feast heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem. [13] So they took branches of palm trees and went out to meet him, crying out, "Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, even the King of Israel!" [14] And ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-16

Denomination: Other

Following Jesus Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 15, 2011

The Battle of Armageddon points out the need to follow Jesus and to trust in what He has done for us.

Last year the 1980’s TV series, “The A-Team” was made into a full length motion picture. In both the TV series and the movie, a group of ex-United States Army Special Forces are led by Colonel “Hannibal” Smith who was played in the TV series by George Peppard and in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:11-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Significance Of A New Creation-19 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 20, 2016

Part B--xvii-xix of point 14. Paul commended his apostolic ministry to the Corinthian church thru a list of practical realities. The Practical Realities of Ministry are seen in our Ministry Commendations...

‘The Significance Of A New Creation’--XIX—2Corinthians 5:9--6:10... 14. The PRACTICAL REALITIES Of MINISTRY-B—2Corinthians 6:3-10... Part B of point 14 in the series. Attention: No matter what we do for a living or how we worship together corporately, much more is required ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Sardis--The Church Of The Living Dead Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 26, 2016

Sardis was full of corpses that had been propped up in the pews.

THE SEVEN CHURCHES OF REVELATION SARDIS—THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING DEAD TEXT: Revelation 3:1-6 Revelation 3:1-6 KJV And unto the angel of the church in Sardis write; These things saith he that hath the seven Spirits of God, and the seven stars; I know thy works, that thou hast a name that ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

27th Sunday After Pentecost. November 24th, 2024. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 9, 2021

Year B, Proper 29.

2 Samuel 23:1-7, Psalm 132:1-18, Daniel 7:9-10, Daniel 7:13-14, Psalm 93:1-5, Revelation 1:4-8, John 18:33-37. A). FAMOUS LAST WORDS. 2 Samuel 23:1-7. The Bible sometimes permits us to listen in on the death-bed words of a dying saint. We hear Jacob blessing his sons. We hear Moses blessing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:1-7, Psalm 132:1-18, Daniel 7:9-10, Daniel 7:13-14, Revelation 1:4-8, John 18:33-37, Psalm 93:1-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Biblical Understanding Of God's Plan For Israel Part 2 Series

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Aug 15, 2002

A teaching message on Romans 11:16-36.

Romans Series # 46 July 10, 2002 Title: A Biblical Understanding of God’s Plan for Israel Part 2 Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com Introduction: Welcome to New Life in Christ. We are currently in Chapter 11 of Romans as we continue with message #46 of our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:16-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Created For Greatness"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jan 22, 2008

The Lord created you for His glory. We bring His glory as we 1. Become committed. 2. Become involved. 3. Become surrendered to Him

“Created for Greatness” January 27, 2008 "I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful. You are already clean because of the word I have spoken to you. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Holiness

Fruit Of The Spirit - Joy

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 14, 2018

A series based on the Fruit of the Spirit, helping us reach our full potential.

Fruit of the Spirit - Joy Galatians 5:22-23 April 15, 2018 I need to admit I’m kind of confused. I’m not really sure what’s going to make me happy! I was thinking about a new car. But I wasn’t sure. Maybe one of these would work!! But then again, I thought I could change my wardrobe. You ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, John 15:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret Power Of Abiding

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 18, 2014

There's starvation many places, but one place where there shouldn't be, is the people of God. God's made abundant provision for our vitality, but to absorb His life, we must "abide" in the True Vine, Jesus Christ. Read of the meaning & rewards of abiding.

THE SECRET POWER OF ABIDING John 15:1-7 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A man was speeding down a Texas highway, feeling secure in a column of cars all traveling at the same speed. However, as they passed a speed trap, he got nailed with an infrared speed detector and was pulled over. 2. When the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God