Sermons on Calvarys Tree:

Only God Has Made The Tree

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jul 7, 2003

This parable pictures Jesus as a cedar sprout from the top of David’s family tree. He becomes low and dry to save us, but the Lord made him a tall and florishing tree so that we are safe in his branches.

Only God has made the Tree Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. The Word of God through which the Holy Spirit guides our hearts and minds today is recorded in Ezekiel 17:22-24 This is what the Sovereign LORD says: I myself will take a shoot from the very top of a ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 17:22-24

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Gifts Under Christmas Tree

Contributed by Alan Balatbat on Apr 27, 2004

Just a few days before Christmas, a postal worker at the main sorting office found an unstamped, handwritten, messy envelope addressed to God. Curious, he opened it and discovered that it was from an elderly woman who was in great distress because all of

Introduction: Just a few days before Christmas, a postal worker at the main sorting office found an unstamped, handwritten, messy envelope addressed to God. Curious, he opened it and discovered that it was from an elderly woman who was in great distress because all of her savings—$200—had been ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

Only God Could Make A Tree

Contributed by William Yates on Jun 29, 2002

In this sermon we discuss the complexities of creation and point out the foolishness of evolution.

Genesis 1 1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. Psalm 19 1 The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Job 38 4 "Where were you when I laid the earth’s foundation? Tell me, if you understand. 5 Who marked off its dimensions? Surely you ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Psalm 19:1

Lessons From The Fig Tree And The Temple

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Apr 15, 2007

In this passage of Scripture the Holy Spirit uses a cursed fig tree and the corrupt religion of the Jews to teach us very important spiritual lessons.

LESSONS FROM THE FIG TREE AND THE TEMPLE Mark 11:12-19 April 1, 2007 (Distribute handouts) Introduction The gospel writers give greater details on Jesus’ last week in Jerusalem. They record the beginning of what has traditionally been called “Passion Week.” Important events of that week were: ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is Jesus Standing Under Your Tree?

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 16, 2007

How did Jesus first get your attention? Was it through circumstances, another person’s witness, or is He still trying to get your attention. This sermon is a salvation message to anyone anywhere.

April, 2007 Is Jesus Standing Under Your Tree? Luke 19:1-10 INTRODUCTION: When Jesus went to Jericho to teach, there was already quite a crowd of people who had gathered there. In fact, one man went early so he could get a seat--in a tree of all places Zacchaeus, a short person, couldn’t see ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

The Bloodline: Shaking Up The Family Tree Series

Contributed by Daniel Richter on Aug 1, 2006

WHat we can learn from Matthew’s Genealogy

Intro: Do you remember the Disney cartoon version of Robin Hood? I used to love watching that and recently we’ve gotten it at home and I have sat and watched it with my kids and I still love it. Robin Hood is the dashing hero who brings relief and care to a poor oppressed people, who are under ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-19

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Forest-For-The-Trees Syndrome Series

Contributed by Todd Stiles on Mar 6, 2007

Learn some lessons from the two men on the road to Emmaus about what it takes to move from religion to relationship.

“The Forest-for-the-Trees Syndrome” Luke 24:13-35 Have you ever heard someone recommend, “Don’t miss the forest for the trees?” Or a person say, “You can’t see the forest for the trees!”? That phrase simply means that someone is so overly occupied with all the details and loads of information ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

God's Christmas Tree And His Gifts

Contributed by Dean Morgan on Dec 9, 2005

When is the last time you looked at God’s gifts under "His tree?"

GOD’S CHRISTMAS TREE AND HIS GIFTS Romans 5:1-11 At this time of the year in homes all across America you will find a Christmas tree with presents underneath. It is one of the symbols of Christmas that stand out in this country as much as any and more than most. The Christmas tree has become a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Be Planted Like A Tree In Jesus Christ

Contributed by Charles Mccall on Nov 5, 2005

To be planted like a tree, you must be a believer and a doer of God’s word.

Psalms 1:1-3 Jeremiah 17:7-8 Topic-To be planted like a tree in Jesus Christ The book of Psalms is known as the song book of the bible. In the book of Psalms, there are over 150 worship and praise songs that has been used in many various worship and devotional services throughout the world ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

"Gifts Left Under The Christmas Tree"

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Dec 27, 2004

We get so involved with material things that sometimes we forget about the most precious gifts. The ones that God left for us under the tree.

"Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ: 2 By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. 3 And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There's A Black Sheep In The Family Tree Series

Contributed by Bud Ross on Jan 24, 2005

A study of 5 people in Jesus’ genealogy who had tainted reputations illustrates that none of us have to be chained to our past.

THERE’S A BLACK SHEEP IN THE FAMILY TREE I recently became interested in family genealogy. I found some ancestors who intrigue me, like the civil war veterans and the Baptist preacher who was shot in the back during the Civil War. (I don’t know if he wore the wrong color coat or if his sermons ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17, Matthew 1:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You An Oak Tree Or Grass Clippins

Contributed by A.t. Stewart on Jul 18, 2005

The sermon shows how to make your life count for God.

ARE YOU AN OAK TREE OR GRASS CLIPPINGS? PSALM 1 READ PS 1 I. DO YOU WANT YOUR LIFE TO BE LIKE A STRONG, VIBRANT OAK TREE OR LIKE GRASS CLIPPINGS BLOWN AWAY BY THE BLOWER? When all is said and done—your body is in the grave 1. Do you want your life to have been like a strong, healthy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-8

Can't See The Forrest For The Trees....

Contributed by Thomas Wilson on Jul 16, 2008

Sermon based on the high ideals of church but the realities are so often different.

Preaching from the lectionary as I do has its limitations. After all, the there are various forms of lections, RC, Episcopalian but I have always used the Reformed Lectionary. It has its limitations and quite often we re-hash the old things of the past, years a, b and c come around so often that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Congregational

I See Men As Trees Walking

Contributed by Everett Mccoy on Jul 23, 2008

This message, born out of my own frustration - encourages people to be faithful even when they only have HALF the Miracle God is giving.

22 Then He came to Bethsaida; and they brought a blind man to Him, and begged Him to touch him. 23 So He took the blind man by the hand and led him out of the town. And when He had spit on his eyes and put His hands on him, He asked him if he saw anything. 24 And he looked up and said, "I see men ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:22-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Up A Tree, And Out On A Limb(Branch)

Contributed by Joe Robbins on Jul 11, 2009

When You desire to see Jesus, you will take all measures to make it happen.

Up A Tree, and Out On A Limb(Branch) by: Bishop Joe D. Robbins Luke 19:1-10 "Bible Passage" We all have times in our lives when it seems that there are no answers to our questions, or solutions to our problems. Then we either hear about what God is doing in someone elses life, or remember ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God