Sermons on C Proper 16:

The Three 'c's' Of Christianity

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Mar 8, 2013

The call, the choice and the commitment of Christianity

Three ‘C’s’ of Christ. March 10, 2013 John 20:15-19 “When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” he said, “you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Feed ...read more

Scripture: John 20:15-19

Denomination: Holiness

2 Advent C

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Dec 4, 2001

Jesus comes among us in our time and in our place.

2 Advent C Luke 3:1-6 10 December 2000 Rev. Roger Haugen This is a great text. The majesty of the writing, what would Christmas be without the Christmas text from Luke? "In those days a decree went out from Emperor Augustus . . . ." All the names and dates. Historical details that make ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

3 Advent C

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Dec 4, 2001

Where are the world leaders that we need today? Is John the baptist the kind we need?

3 Advent C Luke 3:7-18 17 December 2000 Rev. Roger Haugen What do we do with this John the Baptist? Here is the third Sunday in a row with his antics. Such a strange man. “You brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the wrath to come?” Heaping abuse on the people. And still they came ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Lutheran

1 Advent C

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Sep 20, 2001

The start of Advent

23 Pentecost B Mark 13:1-8 / Hebrews 10:11-25 19 November 2000 Such a text. Wars, rumours of wars, earthquakes, famines, family discord, signs of the end of the world. Could be the nightly 11:00 news. We’ve heard it and seen it all. If we were of a ceratin theological bent, we would talk about ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: Lutheran

2 Advent C

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Sep 20, 2001

John the Baptist declares, "It is time!"

This is a great text. The majesty of the writing -- what would Christmas be without the Christmas text from Luke? "In those days a decree went out from Emperor Augustus . . . ." All the names and dates. Historical details that make the story come alive. The event, marked in time and place -- in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

3 Advent C

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Sep 20, 2001

"You brood of Vipers!" and still they come.

What do we do with this John the Baptist? Here is the third Sunday in a row with him. Such a strange man. "You brood of vipers! Who warned you to flee from the wrath to come?" Heaping abuse on the people. And still they came in droves to be baptized. John had that charisma that attracted people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Lutheran

4 Advent C

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Sep 20, 2001

"My Soul magnifies the Lord"

Here we are on the fourth Sunday of Advent. The morning of Christmas Eve. It’s hard not sliding right into Christmas. Snow, the excitement, the baby to be born, the manger, the Shepherds -- the whole nine yards. Christmas as we have come to know and love and expect. Gifts under the tree, a feast -- ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

C.o.p.

Contributed by Martin Ellgar on Dec 16, 2014

A drama for children: C.O.P. (Christian On Patrol)

C.O.P. (This children’s talk is based on Luke 13: 10-17, where Jesus heals a crippled woman on the Sabbath.) Theme: Jesus gives life. Objective: 1. To demonstrate an act of giving life. 2. To teach that Jesus gives life Key Phrase: Jesus gives life. Materials: 1. A carry bag 2. An old ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Lutheran

C. Thanksgiving Day. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 19, 2025

November 27th, 2025.

Deuteronomy 26:1-11, Psalm 100:1-5, Philippians 4:4-9, John 6:25-35. A). PRESENT PROVISION AND PAST DELIVERANCE. Deuteronomy 26:1-11. 1. The One Whom We Worship. It was the LORD their God who was going to bring Israel into the land of their inheritance (Deuteronomy 26:1). It was the LORD ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 26:1-11, Psalm 100:1-5, Philippians 4:4-9, John 6:25-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unbelieving Behaviour And The Grace Of God

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 28, 2019

The folly of living as if there is no God. A people made righteous by grace. Their persecution and deliverance.

UNBELIEVING BEHAVIOUR AND THE GRACE OF GOD. Psalm 14. The first verse of this Psalm is well known as an argument against those who deny the very existence of God (Psalm 14:1). I am sure I have heard it preached in that way, I know I have read it so, and maybe have even mentioned it in such a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Honey Out Of The Rock

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 11, 2020

Even now, God is waiting to forgive.

HONEY OUT OF THE ROCK. Psalm 81:8-16. If we allow that the summons to praise (Psalm 81:1) is a call to celebrate the kingship of the LORD, it is because He, and He alone, is God (Psalm 81:9-10; cf. Deuteronomy 6:4-5). Psalm 81:8. “Hear, O my people, and I will testify unto you: O Israel, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 81:1, Psalm 81:8-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Malachi 3:16 Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 23, 2002

A textual sermon on Malachi 3:16. It was adapted from several Sermon Central sources.

Sermon for 1/20/2002 Malachi 3:16 Does it Pay to Serve God? Introduction: A. Have you ever come in contact with someone who says that they went to church for a long time, got involved in the programs of the church, made a decision for Jesus Christ, but through a period of years they have come to ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:16, Malachi 3:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Widow And The Prophet

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 15, 2013

Grace can truly be said in the household that has received the LORD's grace, and the gift of faith, the gift of prayer, and the gift of answered prayer. All we have to do now is obey.

THE WIDOW AND THE PROPHET. 1 Kings 17:8-24. “Elias was a man subject to like passions as we are, and he prayed earnestly that it might not rain: and it rained not on the earth by the space of three years and six months” (James 5:17). This may seem an audacious thing to pray for, but the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Lessons On Offerings" 1 Cor. 16 Pt 16 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 20, 2008

Paul teaches all of us Christians about the importance of giving offerings to God’s people this includes finances, hospitality, recognition and love.

“Thoughts on Offerings” I Cor. 16 pt 16 Opening Illustration: “Dangerous Sacrifice”: What it means to go above what is required of us. Interview with Rick and Kay Warren – They communicate the message about being a doer of the Word of God and being willing to sacrifice for others in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Revelation, Part 16 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 11, 2007

Study of the Book of Revelation

Revelation Part 16 Revelation 11:1-3 Introduction This lesson is a teaching lesson … Today, we return to the book of Revelation in Chapter 11 to see the example of two souls who are unashamed of the Gospel of Jesus Christ. These two souls are brought forth from God to preach the Word, showing ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational