Sermons on C Proper 4:

Food For The Journey

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 1, 2014

When we 'feed' on the means of grace we are not only spiritually, but also physically, fortified for the journey.

FOOD FOR THE JOURNEY. 1 Kings 19:4-8. The vengeful Queen Jezebel had the power and the authority to have the prophet Elijah executed, and let him know so (1 Kings 19:1-2). Hearing this, Elijah fled (1 Kings 19:3). There are times when flight is not so much cowardice as wisdom - and it is in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Plans Of Man And Purposes Of God

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 10, 2015

A man’s plans may be one thing (Proverbs 16:9), but it is God’s purposes that prevail (Proverbs 19:21).

MAN’S PLANS AND GOD’S PURPOSES. Ruth 3:1-5; Ruth 4:13-17. The days of the judges (Ruth 1:1) were turbulent times. ‘There was no king in the land, and everybody did what was right in his own sight’ (Judges 21:25). Anarchy ruled, and God disciplined His people through cycles of invasion, ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-5, Ruth 4:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Not Just Another Sunday Part 4: Word, Words, And The Word Series

Contributed by Rev. Saeed Richardson on Oct 7, 2007

How powerful is the Word and the words we use to explain it! We continue in our series as we examine the power of words in the life of our Sunday fellowship.

For the last few weeks we’ve been talking about how to breath life into the Sunday morning worship experience, so that it’s “not just another Sunday morning” that we feel like we just “have to” come to, but a place that we “want to” come attend. We’ve talked about prayer and its importance, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Faith And Works

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 31, 2013

The practical faith of Rahab stands in contrast to the platitudes of the person who sent the hungry empty away, and failed to clothe the naked.

FAITH AND WORKS. James 2:14-26. A person is making what seems to be a credible claim to “faith” - but (as yet) there is no evidence in their lives of their allegiance to Jesus Christ. They seem to have all the right words, but (so far) “works” are lacking. James 2:14. What is the profit in the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Building Relationships Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 20, 2012

In God's Word there is instructions on how we are to build and maintain relationships with the Lord and with others.

Building a relationship 1 John 4:7-16 Introduction- I am excited this morning to begin a new series entitled “Nuts and Bolts of life.” We will not race through this series because I think that a lot of times we take some things for granted only to find out that we don’t know as ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-16

Denomination: Nazarene

Knowing The Unknowable.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 28, 2013

The Cross-shaped love of Christ.

KNOWING THE UNKNOWABLE. Ephesians 3:14-21. The “For this reason” of Ephesians 3:14 echoes Ephesians 3:1, and picks up the thread of thought that was left there. This follows Paul’s contemplation of the reconciliation accomplished by our Lord Jesus Christ (Ephesians 2:11-22). Jesus, by His own ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

1 Corinthians 12: 8-10 Nasb

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 22, 2025

c/o Barbara Pursey, PhD, Debuque Seminary, from PRRMI, 1984

8 For to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, and to another the word of knowledge according to the same Spirit; 9 to another faith [d]by the same Spirit, and to another gifts of [e]healing [f]by the one Spirit, 10 and to another the [g]effecting of [h]miracles, and to another ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Éxodo 4. No Busques Lo Fácil. Series

Contributed by Pastor: Jose Luis Dejoy on Feb 1, 2020

Un líder es alguien que lleva la delantera que no hace lo que todo el mundo hace.

Un líder es alguien que lleva la delantera que no hace lo que todo el mundo hace. Una persona con espíritu de líder siempre es el mejor en el estudio, en el trabajo, en el hogar, en la iglesia y en cualquier actividad que emprenda. Las personas de éxito buscan hacer lo más ...read more

Denomination: Bible Church

Go! And Proclaim The Name Of Jesus! - Acts 4:10-12 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 15, 2025

Names have significance. They carry meaning, authority, and identity. A name can open doors or close them. A name can bring honour or shame. But there is one name that is above every name—the name of Jesus!

Go! And Proclaim the Name of Jesus! - Acts 4:10-12 Introduction: The Power of a Name Names have significance. They carry meaning, authority, and identity. A name can open doors or close them. A name can bring honour or shame. But there is one name that is above every name—the name of Jesus! In ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:10-12, Mark 16:17-18, Philippians 2:9-11, Isaiah 28:16, Matthew 7:24-25, John 14:6, Romans 10:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prepared To Suffer For Righteousness (1 Peter 4:1-6) Series

Contributed by Greg Brown on Aug 2, 2014

Exposition of 1 Peter 4:1-6

Prepared to Suffer for Righteousness Therefore, since Christ suffered in his body, arm yourselves also with the same attitude, because he who has suffered in his body is done with sin. As a result, he does not live the rest of his earthly life for evil human desires, but rather for the will of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sower, The Seed, And The Soil

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 21, 2014

No matter how good the preaching, the Word of God only takes root in hearts prepared by the Holy Spirit.

THE SOWER, THE SEED, AND THE SOIL. Matthew 13:1-9; Matthew 13:18-23. There were great crowds pressing to see Jesus, straining to hear His words, or perhaps hoping for a healing touch. The Lord entered into a boat and sat and taught, whilst the crowds stood on the seashore. The boat served as a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:18-23, Matthew 13:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is Tithing A Mandate Or Human Tradition?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Mar 10, 2025

This message takes an honest and impartial look at what the Bible says about Tithing, what it was, its biblical history, and how and why it was implemented.

“See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the elemental spiritual forces of this world rather than on Christ.” (Colossians 2:8 NIV) Many Christians feel guilty and Tithe out of obligation rather than love. Some have ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:8, Matthew 6:19-24, Malachi 3:6-12, Mark 12:41-44, John 10:12-13, Luke 20:46, 2 Corinthians 9:6-15, Acts 2:42-47, Hebrews 6:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your God Shall Be My God

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 13, 2013

The vow of Ruth seals the promise, binding her forever not only with Naomi, but also with the LORD.

YOUR GOD SHALL BE MY GOD. Ruth 1:1-18. Ruth 1:1. “The days when the judges judged” was an age of anarchy (Judges 21:25). Cycles of godlessness were followed by trouble and invasion, the raising of ‘saviours’ and restoration - only for the people of the LORD to fall back again into ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Drink The Living Water - John 4:13–14 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 5, 2025

Are you thirsty for something more than this world has to offer? We live in a time of abundance, yet we are surrounded by people who are parched within—thirsty for meaning, for peace, for purpose, for love. And today, Jesus Himself speaks into that longing.

Go! And Drink the Living Water - John 4:13–14 Introduction: Are You Thirsty? Let me begin by asking you a simple but eternal question: Are you thirsty? I don’t mean do you want a cup of tea, or a cold glass of water after a long walk. I’m asking about your soul. Are you thirsty for something more ...read more

Scripture: John 4:13-14, Isaiah 55:1, John 7:37-38, Revelation 21:6, Jeremiah 2:13, John 19:28, Luke 19:10, John 1:14, John 3:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Caution: Courage Required!

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 1, 2005

How Do You Sell C-O-U-R-A-G-E

Caution: Courage Required! Joshua 1:1-9 1. The Nature Of Courage: Top News Stories of the Century 1 1945 U.S. drops atomic bombs on Hiroshima, Nagasaki: Japan surrenders to end World War II 2 1969 American astronaut Neil Armstrong becomes the first human to walk on the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist