Sermons on Camel Eye Of Needle:

No Rich People In Heaven Series

Contributed by David Smith on Oct 27, 2009

"Jesus looked around and said to his disciples, "How difficult it will be for those who have wealth to enter the kingdom of God!" And the disciples were amazed at his words. But Jesus said to them again, "Children, how difficult it is to enter the kingdom

In any journey, such as a trek through the bush, there are exciting parts, such as when we start out (perhaps) and when we near your destination, there are relatively boring parts, and there are patches that are just hard work. In our journey through the Gospel of Mark we seem to have reached an ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:23-25

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Metaphors Of Mortification

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 2, 2020

Entering into the spirit of what is behind the Law.

METAPHORS OF MORTIFICATION. Matthew 5:27-42. Sometimes the Sermon on the Mount has been the called the new Law. This is not necessarily helpful. We are not under law, but under grace (cf. Romans 6:14). 1. When Jesus says, “But I say unto you,” He is entering into the spirit of what ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-42, Matthew 19:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Beginning - Generational Blessings And Curses Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Mar 4, 2024

Noah found grace in GOD’s eyes to be spared from the Flood... He had the blessing of the LORD, and yet spoke a curse over his grandson that carried into generations beyond. Today we will explore those generations and submit ourselves to JESUS.

2024.03.03. Sermon Notes – In the beginning. Generational Blessings and Curses William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA. Noah found grace in GOD’s eyes to be spared from the Flood and yet. He had the blessing of the LORD and yet spoke a curse over his own grandson that carried into generations beyond. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:18-28, James 3:8-10, Genesis 10:1-32, Genesis 11:1-32, Galatians 3:13-14, Colossians 2:13-14, Leviticus 26:40, Romans 5:8, Isaiah 54:17, Ephesians 6:12, John 8:32, James 5:16, 1 John 1:9, Acts 10:43, Numbers 6:24-27, 2 Samuel 7:21-29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is This The Beginning Of The End?

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Dec 1, 2024

The state of the world today looks like the end of the age, but is it? As we read Gods word, we see that much is still to happen before the return of Christ in that cloud of glory, until the, we must keep our eyes on him.

This sermon was delivered to Holy Trinity Church in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 1st December 2024 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). “Please join me in my prayer.” Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our hearts, be acceptable in your sight, O ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: Episcopal

Found Where Needed

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Oct 28, 2022

“The eyes of the Lord go to and fro to strengthen those whose hearts are committed to Him …” 2 Chron. 16:9 When God is looking for someone to lift up, will He find you where He thought you would be?

David was found where expected (tending sheep): When Prophet Samuel was looking for someone to anoint as king over Israel, David was found expectedly tending his father’s sheep (1 Sam 16:11-13); He did not stray away from the field doing something else. When the nation was looking for someone to ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:6, 1 Samuel 16:11-13, 1 Samuel 16:14-19, 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Are A Beloved Disciple Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Sep 15, 2021

Valentine's Day: Peter came very close to viewing himself by his failures instead of seeing himself through the eyes of Christ. He finally came to realize that he was a beloved disciple. And Jesus sees you as cherished too!

This morning I want to address the topic of our identity in Christ, concerning how we are a people covered by grace, and how we are deeply loved and cherished. Many believers walk about feeling defeated. They come down hard on themselves and never accept the forgiveness that God wants to offer ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Blessed Man

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 5, 2021

We think of blessings as it relates to material things and riches. However, Psalm One talks about a blessed man (or woman) as defined by their relationship with God and His Word. This message examines who is truly blessed in God's eyes.

A Blessed Man Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3; 106:3; Second Timothy 3:16-17; 4:3-4 As some of you know, my brother Barry and I started recording Bible study lessons that people can review at home as part of their personal Bible study time. One of the lessons that we recorded last month was on Psalm One ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3, Psalm 106:3, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Letter To The Church Of Thyatira: The Church Tolerant Of Sin Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Feb 15, 2023

The Son of God, who has eyes like a flame of fire, and whose feet are like fine brass, says these things: I know your works, love, service, faith, and your patience, and that your last works are more than the first.

I'd like to contrast two historical figures, Lot the nephew of Abraham, and Jacob the son of Isaac. One leads to disaster, one leads to overcoming. The question you should ask yourself is, which path am I on today? From James Petterson's One Year Book: "He left his city along the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Salvation Army

Right And Left Hand Of God Series

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on Nov 9, 2023

We are created in the image of God. what does His image look like? God's eyes, His right and left hand? The left hand is the dark side. He moulds us in both His right and left hand

Have you ever contemplated the words spoken by God when He declared, "Let Us make man in Our image"? Since God is Spirit and does not have physical form like humans do, being made in His image does not pertain to having a physical body. Rather, it signifies that our true essence, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:31, Colossians 1:16, Psalm 118:15-16, Matthew 25:31-46, Hebrews 12:3-11  (view more)  (view less)

Getting Out Of The Boat

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Oct 15, 2023

While many Christians prefer to stay in their comfortable pews I think it is time to get out of the boat of self-reliance and complacency and with our eyes fixed on the pioneer and perfecter of our faith do whatever He asks for His honor and glory!

Getting out of the Boat Matthew 14:22-36 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 The Britannica Dictionary defines risk as doing something that has the potential to have harmful consequences. There are many things in life that many people consider to be too risky in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-36

Denomination: Baptist

God's Timetable

Contributed by James May on Nov 29, 2005

The story of Creation in Genesis, carries a message that affects all of us right now. Those 6 days tell us more than meets the eye. I believe that we are living in the 6th day, nearing the beginning of the day of rest.

GOD’S TIMETABLE By Pastor Jim May While most of the Psalms were songs and poems of worship written by David, the sweet singer of Israel, this Psalm is attributed to Moses, and was a prayer that Moses prayed unto God as he led the Children of Israel from Egypt to the Promised Land. Let’s read the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hunger And Thirst -The Way To Happiness Series

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 19, 2003

Introduction No two people are exactly alike. Nor have they ever been or will they be. We are different from one another in so many ways. We have different fingerprints; eye, hair, and skin colors; heritage; intelligence levels; and personalities, not to

Hunger and Thirst The Way to Happiness Text: "Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled" (Matt. 5:6). Scripture Reading: Matthew 5:1-6 Introduction No two people are exactly alike. Nor have they ever been or will they be. We are different from one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Would Et See

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Dec 4, 2002

We have many symbol and methods that we use to celebrate Christmas. Where did the originate? This sermon attempts to look at Christmas throught the eye of someone who doesn’t know what it is and show us the Christ has to be the focus of Christmas

What Would ET See? Luke 2:8, John 3:16-18 I. This morning I am going to re-write a movie. Let’s suppose that you were a character in the movie ET. Do you remember that one? A. The movie about the ugly but lovable space alien that strayed too far from the ship and got left ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Crossing Over To The Other Side 1 Of 7! Series

Contributed by Raphiel Manenge on Sep 3, 2005

A life transforming and a challenge to fruitfullness in the Kingdom of God and life.An eye opener that in Christian walk there are many things that can limit us,things that we regard as normal.These include time,tradition,age and so forth.Break them!

“And the same day, when the even was come, he saith unto them, Let us pass over unto the other side.” mark 4:35 Going beyond natural & common barriers! You are crossing over to the other side of your life. It was good that you have been on this side. You have seen and done all. It’s time ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Pentecostal

Restoring The Cars

Contributed by Michael Trask on May 15, 2006

This wonderful section of scripture on the Love of God and our Love for others is explained by way of an extended analogy. God is like a "car guy" who sees a "classic" in a rust bomb. We must have the same eyes when we consider others.

Have you ever known one of those guys who are into restoring cars? Most of us do. They scour the junkyards and the abandoned farmsteads of the midwest looking for old wrecks. When you we see a dilapidated old rust bomb sitting out in a field with weeds growing through the rusty ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Lutheran