Sermons on Capernaum:

What Jesus Really Means

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 15, 2024

Jesus made strong statements about His "body and blood" that could be misinterpreted as "cannibalism." However, Jesus meant something so much deeper as the Atoning sacrifice for sin.

JESUS IS CAUSING QUITE A STIR AMONGST THE PEOPLE. THERE IS A RISING DISPUTE AMONGST THE JEWISH LEADERS INSINUATING A POSSIBILITY OF CANNIBALISM. MANY FOLLOWERS ARE TAKING THE WORDS OF JESUS LITERALLY THAT HE IS SPEAKING OF EATING REAL HUMAN FLESH AND BLOOD. IS THIS FOR REAL? JESUS DOESN’T SEEM TO ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-58, John 3:16, Leviticus 17:10-12, John 15:1-5, John 17:21, James 4:8, Psalm 42:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Sermon On Inspirational Teachings

Contributed by William Meakin on Oct 19, 2024

One of the many definitions of teaching is said to be ideas or principles taught by an authority.

Henry Brooks Adams, an American historian once remarked: "A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops." Titus 2:7-8 reminds us: “Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity, and sound speech that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2, James 3:1, Psalm 32:8, Colossians 3:16

Transfiguration

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 6, 2024

What does life look like beyond the grave? Let’s examine our transformation now and in eternity, by looking at the transfiguration in Matthew 17:1-9.

What does life look like beyond the grave? Let’s examine our transformation now and in eternity, by looking at the transfiguration in Matthew 17:1-9. A small attendance and a large miracle went hand-in-hand. False prophets often draw large crowds (Luke 6:26; 2 Timothy 4:3-4; Matthew 7:13-14). ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Attitude And Spirit Of Cooperation

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 29, 2025

We can find power in agreement. Search your heart and grow an attitude and spirit of COOPERATION. God's church works best when we cooperate with each other.

THE ATTITUDE AND SPIRIT OF COOPERATION: By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com ( YouTube: Wade Hughes) COOPERATION BEGINS AT HOME! From the tribe of Levi there were a dad and a mom named AMRAM and JOCHEBED. Jochebed made a water proof basket. Jochebed stayed home and prayed. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17, Genesis 2:18, Psalm 133:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christ And Controversy

Contributed by R. Joseph Owles on Mar 3, 2006

Jesus’ forgiveness and compassion creates controversy.

SERMON IN A SENTENCE: We cannot be in a right relationship with God if we are in a wrong relationship with others. Two weeks ago we encountered Paul’s challenge to “Be like Christ,” and we looked at Mark’s account of Jesus healing a leper for clues of how we could actually be like Christ. We ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-28

Denomination: Catholic

Sinner At A Booth Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Jul 31, 2010

What would it be like to sit down with Jesus one on one? Matthew does just that.

Sinner at a Booth Series: One on One with the Master February 14, 2010 READ Luke 5:27-39 (NIV) Well, so far we’ve talked about a Nic at Night, a woman at a well and last week a man on a mat…all people who had a one on one encounter with Jesus that changed their lives for eternity! ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-39

Denomination: Wesleyan

Witness At The Well

Contributed by Charles Scott on Feb 25, 2008

Jesus ministry to the Woman at the Well shows how to bring the message of God’s healing love to individuals; his efforts in Samaria changed a life, then Samaria, then Ephesus and resonates today in every nation where the Gospel is preached.

JOHN 4__1-42 THE WITNESS FROM THE SAMARITAN WELL A cartoon pictures a medieval Crusader, standing in full armor and holding his shield. He also held his long sharp spear at the throat of a prisoner on the ground. The prisoner on the ground struggles to say, “Tell me more about your Christianity. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-38

Denomination: Anglican

What Happened To The Crowd Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Oct 27, 2003

This sermon examines the crowds reaction to Jesus’ miracle of feeding the 5000 and his teaching that followed. Their transition from an "excited" crowd to a "grumbling" crowd to an "offended" crowd is traced.

What Happened to the Crowd? Fortifying the Foundations #15 John 6:14-70(1) In John 6 a large number of people begin a journey with Jesus. They have experienced His goodness. They are among the 5000 men plus women and children who enjoy loaves and fishes courtesy of the King of Kings. Can you ...read more

Scripture: John 6:14-71, Deuteronomy 18:15

Denomination: Charismatic

The War On Evil - Mark 1:34 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 1, 2023

Jesus’ confrontation with demons highlights the collision of two kingdoms.

Mark 1:32 That evening after sunset the people brought to Jesus all the sick and demon-possessed. 33 The whole town gathered at the door, 34 and Jesus healed many who had various diseases. He also drove out many demons, but he would not let the demons speak because they knew who he was. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:34

The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Aug 19, 2023

If you want Jesus to fill your hungry soul, come to Him, trust in Him, and stay with Him.

It’s not clear what Joby Pool was planning for this year’s Easter feast, but if his snack plans were any indication, it would’ve been an epic celebration. That’s because police arrested Joby Pool for stealing a trailer containing 200,000 Cadbury Crème Eggs earlier this year (2023). As you ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-71

Denomination: Evangelical Free

That Sinking Feeling

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 27, 2020

Followers of Jesus can have hope though His divine 1) Authority (Matthew 14:22–23), 2) Knowledge (Matthew 14:24–25), 3) Protection (Matthew 14:26–27), 4) Love (Matthew 14:28-31), and divine 5) Power (Matthew 14:32-33).

Matthew 14:22-33 [22] Immediately he made the disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. [23] And after he had dismissed the crowds, he went up on the mountain by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, [24] but the boat by this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Other

Hope And Healing For The Hurting Family Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 27, 2005

Looking at the healing of Jairus’ daughter and the bleeding worman.

Hope and Healing for the Hurting Family – Luke 8:40-56 Gladstone Baptist Church – 29/8/04 There was once a man driving along the road and he was involved in an accident with another car towing a horse float. A few months later he tried to claim damages for his injuries, but the insurance company ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-56

Denomination: Baptist

Help For The Hopeless Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jun 17, 2002

Two interwoven stories that teach us some fascinating principles on Faith.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 22 Help for the Hopeless! Luke 8: 40-56 The Lord and his disciples had returned to the boats following the casting out of the evil spirits from the demon possessed man. As they began ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:40-56, Luke 8:40-42

Denomination: Baptist

Finishing First

Contributed by Mike Kern on Jun 30, 2002

Striving for first place in God’s kingdom may mean coming in last in this kingdom.

Finishing First Mark 9:33-35; Matt 20:20-28 When the United States of America began the Apollo project to put a man on the moon, our motivations were not entirely scientific… In fact, the so-called space race was driven largely by the ego of the American public. The Soviet Union was the first to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:33-35, Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus' Miracles Endure

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 17, 2002

Pentecost 12(B) - AUGUST 11, 2002 - Jesus’ miracles endure in the sense that Jesus provides us with more than earthly; for our Savior also provides believers with eternal life.

JESUS? MIRACLES ENDURE JOHN 6:24-35 AUGUST 11, 2002 JOHN 6:24-35 24Once the crowd realized that neither Jesus nor his disciples were there, they got into the boats and went to Capernaum in search of Jesus. 25When they found him on the other side of the lake, they asked him, "Rabbi, when did ...read more

Scripture: John 6:24-35

Denomination: Lutheran