Sermons on Contrasts:

The Blessed Dead Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 29, 2013

Our living has something to say about our dying; life has a direct relationship to death.

“The Great Unveiling: The Blessed Dead” Revelation 14:1-20 If Revelation makes one thing clear it’s that we are constantly making a choice between life and death. The message of this great book is often a re-echoing of the messages given to Israel long ago: God has placed ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Parables Of Persistent Widow, Pharisee And Publican Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 22, 2017

The Scripture teaches with respect to widows, how God protects them, how He urges people to be kind to them, blessing those who bless them and punishing those who hurt them. Widows were often among the most vulnerable people in Jewish society, and . . .

Samaria, Galilee Luke 18:1-14 (Luke 18:1) And he spake a parable unto them to this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint. Jesus has just finished speaking to His disciples on the subject of the last days and telling them that He would return, and that His return would come ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

1st Sunday After Epiphany, Year A. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 3, 2022

JANUARY 11th, 2026.

Isaiah 42:1-9, Psalm 29:1-11, Acts 10:34-43, Matthew 3:13-17 A). MANIFESTO OF THE SERVANT. Isaiah 42:1-9 - First Servant Song. After healing the multitudes, Jesus charged them that they should not make Him known (Matthew 12:15-17). According to Matthew 12:18-21, this was in fulfilment of the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9, Psalm 29:1-11, Acts 10:34-43, Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"knocking On Heaven’s Door:" The Friend At Midnight

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jul 9, 2023

This Sunday in our series, “Parables to Live By,” our of Luke’s gospel, we’ll be looking at the Parable of “The Friend at Midnight,” whose overarching theme is about prayer and our knocking on Heaven’s door for God to hear our plea.

Parables to Live By “Knocking on Heaven’s Door:” The Friend at Midnight Luke 11:5-13 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEL0NII1Shs In 1973, Bob Dylan wrote what some consider one of the most famous folk songs in the U.S. It was written for the movie, “Pat Garrett and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-13

Denomination: Foursquare

The New You Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 12, 2023

in the midst of your suffering look forward to your completed, celestial, and Christlike body.

Several years ago (2013), The Week magazine quoted TV chef Anthony Bourdain, who advised, “Your body is not a temple, it's an amusement park. Enjoy the ride.” Then they posed the question: “What would be a good name for a theme park ride based on the typical American's body?” Here were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:35-49, 1 Corinthians 15:21-22

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Jesus Loves The Little Children Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 21, 2023

The difference between the world and God is very harsh when it come to children. God considers them precious, while the world often considers them expendable. What is God's attitude toward abortion and what can we do for those who struggle with that decision?

The passage I read this morning is intriguing. The story is recorded here in Luke as well as in the Gospels of Matthew and Mark. And what I find interesting is that there’s this contrast between the views of the disciples… and Jesus. There’s this group of parents who are bringing “infants” to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Psalm 34:20-22 - Part 8 – Delivered And Kept; The Redeemed Have Refuge In The Lord But The Wicked Are Condemned Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Mar 6, 2025

The God of deliverance keeps His sheep so none is lost; not one bone broken. Delivered through death to the presence of the Lord. Also we look at degrees of punishment and how it stands in judgement for the wicked. We must reach out to the lost, more than condemn them.

PSALM 34:20-22 - PART 8 – DELIVERED AND KEPT; THE REDEEMED HAVE REFUGE IN THE LORD BUT THE WICKED ARE CONDEMNED With this message we come to the end of this study in Psalm 34. I have obtained much blessing from the series I wanted to share in the 8 sermons. [1]. UNDER 24 HOUR CARE {{Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:19-20, Galatians 1:4, John 19:36, Romans 15:30-31, Hebrews 9:27, Luke 12:47-48, Revelation 20:11-12, Psalm 1:6, Ezekiel 3:17-18, 1 Thessalonians 1:9-10, Psalm 34:22, Isaiah 32:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Elevate To The Next Level: "Living In The Holy Spirit”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on May 4, 2025

This begins our last series in our vision and deals with the process of taking discipleship to the next level. Here we’ll explore how to live in the fullness of the Holy Spirit based on Paul’s benediction to the Corinthian Church and our communion with the Holy Spirit.

 Elevate to the Next Level “Living In the Holy Spirit” View on our Webpage: https://www.mesquitelivingwaters.com/past-live-streams/ Or YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e2lgQAdZtdY Today, we’re beginning the last series of our vision we started out on in 2024. And in this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:14, Ephesians 5:18, Acts 1:4-5, Luke 24:49

Denomination: Foursquare

You’ve Got It All Wrong SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 28, 2023

Don’t judge others

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather together in the warmth of this sanctuary, let us take a moment to breathe in the grace of God that surrounds us, to feel the love of Christ that binds us, and to sense the fellowship of the Holy Spirit that unites us. We are here, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-49

Topics: Don’t Judge Others

Listen, Do You Want To Know A Secret Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 17, 2013

A study of the book of Isaiah chapter 45 verses 1 through 25

Isaiah 45: 1 – 25 Listen, Do You Want To Know A Secret “Thus says the LORD to His anointed, to Cyrus, whose right hand I have held—to subdue nations before him and loose the armor of kings, to open before him the double doors, so that the gates will not be shut: 2 ‘I will ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 45:1-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Destruction Of The Final False Religon That Opposes The Coming Ofchrist Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Nov 27, 2004

The Destruction of the final false religon that opposes the coming of Messiah as the rightful heir to the throne of King David and the establishment of the Millenial reign of Messiah

Revelation 17:1-6, 15, “1 Then one of the seven angels who had the seven bowls came and talked with me, saying to me,[1] "Come, I will show you the judgment of the great harlot who sits on many waters, 2with whom the kings of the earth committed fornication, and the inhabitants of the earth ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Is Holy, And God Is Coming (Revelation 4:1-11) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Oct 27, 2025

As an encouragement, Jesus gives John a vision/revelation of heavenly reality. There is a throne higher than Caesar's. That throne isn't empty. And our holy God is coming soon.

Today, we find ourselves in the first of two chapters in Revelation, that I consider to be at its very heart. Revelation 4, and 5. Arguably, these two chapters in their own way are the very heart of the Bible, as well. There are things in these chapters that are not necessarily obvious, that ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

How Decision-Making Styles Affect Cross-Cultural Evangelistic Methods

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

Helping people make decisions is at the very heart of evangelism. This made me wonder why nearly all of Christ’s evangelism endeavors varied to best suit the hearer’s decision-making processes? In each case Jesus took into consideration the patterns of th

HOW DECISION-MAKING STYLES AFFECT CROSS-CULTURAL EVANGELISTIC METHODS Introduction - Helping people make decisions is at the very heart of evangelism. This made me wonder why nearly all of Christ’s evangelism endeavors varied to best suit the hearer’s decision-making processes? In each case ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wise Up About Your Anger Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jul 16, 2002

Understanding what anger does to us and how to deal with our anger wisely from the book of Proverbs.

This sermon was introduced with a drama called "The Killing of Nash" Jesus said a lot of controversial things during his life. One of the things he said was that anger is a form of murder. Jesus said, "You’ve heard that it was said, "Thou shalt not murder," and anyone who murders will be subject ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:22, Proverbs 15:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tools For Devotional Exposition Of I Cor. 13

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 14, 2001

Tools for Devotional Exposition of I Cor. 13

FORMAT FOR DEVOTIONAL SERMONS DEFINITION - A devotional sermon is designed to warm the heart, inspire to action, and remind people of the sacred truths of scripture. These messages generally stress inspiration and application. 1. Title - Love conquers all. 2. Key Verse(s) - I Cor. 13:4-7 3. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational