Sermons on Cut Down Like The Grass:

The Cave Of Adullam

Contributed by Norman Lawrence on Jul 4, 2007

A look at David and the patience he had while knowing he was called to be King in the future, yet with Saul still hunting him down to kill him.

THE CAVE OF ADULLAM 1 Samuel 22:1-2 David therefore departed thence, and escaped to the cave Adullam: and when his brethren and all his father’s house heard it, they went down thither to him. [2] And every one that was in distress, and every one that was in debt, and every one that was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 22:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Armour Of God

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 4, 2007

Breaking down each of the pieces of the armour fo God; a sermon I wrote and preached with a gr 11 student

The Armor of God Youth Service - June 11, 1995 INTRO: I have a hard time with things that I can’t physically sense. I’m a fairly concrete person - I like the tangible things in life - like a thick piece of chocolate cake, or the solid handshake of a friend. And it is because of this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Surfing The Waves

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 16, 2024

Surfing the waves is an idiom that means to ride a wave on a surfboard, either standing or lying down, as it moves toward the shore.

Jonaton Mårtensson, a Swedish national, born in 1796 once remarked: "Feelings are much like waves: we can't stop them from coming, but we can choose which one to surf." Jeremiah 5:22 reminds us: “Do you not fear me? declares the Lord. Do you not tremble before me? I placed the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 93:4, Isaiah 51:15, Psalm 89:9, Psalm 107:29

The God Of The Mismatched Shoes Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Mar 30, 2019

Quick! The Father is running down the path to throw a cloak on you to embrace you! Run forward and accept it!

A sermon on the sacrament of confession. ................ This sermon was preached at St Philip the Apostle Tottenham where I was a lenten guest preacher, 31March 2019. ............... One weekday morning I was in church and the doors were open. Someone - a stranger I had never met before - ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32, 2 Corinthians 5:17-21

Denomination: Anglican

Tale Of Two Churches Part I Series

Contributed by David Thrower on Feb 11, 2005

There is a coming conflict that will boil down to two religions - one right and one wrong. Which will you be part of?

Much has been written about the socio-political situation at the time of the end, but we need to study more what will take place in the religious realm at those times. Common sense tells us that the closing hours of the age are about a conflict - Satan is seeking to usurp God’s place so that he ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 17:4-9

Denomination: Orthodox

When God Makes A Plan...

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 5, 2009

Discussion of how the plan of God for Jesus to lay down His life was always the plan and would come to fruition.

When God Makes a Plan… Matthew 26:1-5, 14-16 June 21, 2009 Note: The ME/WE/GOD/YOU/WE format is from Andy Stanley’s book, "Communicating for a Change." Unfortunately, I’ve still got a way to go before I’ve fully implemented the book! Before I get into the message, I’d like to just take a moment ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:1-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Excessive Baggage

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jan 28, 2013

Burdens will weigh you down! They are nothing new. King David struggled with several burdens that had catastrophic results.

Excessive Baggage Psalm 38 My wife and I are fairly organized people. For example, when we go on vacation, we always make sure that we take EVERYTHING that we need (my wife ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 38:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

Love God And Love Your Neighbor : 6th Commandment Series

Contributed by Michael Larsen on Aug 2, 2019

Jesus showed how much He values human life by laying His life down to save us.

Intro Open your Bibles to 1 John 3 today as we continue our Summer Series entitled “Love God , Love your Neighbor” We are examining the 10 Commandments—God’s moral law—while focusing on Jesus is summary of the commandments found in the New Testament. Jesus tells us “You shall love the Lord your ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Well, Well, Well. (Isaac)

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Sep 1, 2002

When Isaac went down to Gerar because of famine, he had to keep digging wells. A message of encouragement.

Well, Well, Well (Isaac) Genesis 26:12-25 Intro: God had blessed Isaac abundantly. Vs 12-14 -It seems that Isaac had to keep digging wells. -Wells were important especially in a famine. Vs 1 I. The wells of his father. A. Gen. 20:1 Abraham had “sojourned” there. 1.The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:12-25

Denomination: Baptist

Merciful But Tough: The Story Of The Woman Caught In Adultery Series

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Mar 25, 2023

Jesus showed mercy to the woman caught in adultery. But he didn't water down his demands.

INTRODUCTION I imagine we really like this story of the woman caught in adultery. We especially like the fact that Jesus didn’t condemn the woman – even though the religious experts said that she should be stoned. But as we reflect on the story, we find that it gives us some quite uncomfortable ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Telling The Salvation Story Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 2, 2004

We need to avoid spiritual arrogance and not look down on those who sin differently than we do.

The last two responses on that clip were pretty unsettling but they serve as summary statements for many today. The one guy believes that people can’t really change and that if we wanted to get rid of evil, we’d have to destroy the whole world and start over. Unbelievably, the woman replied that ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

"the Veteran"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Nov 8, 2019

What its like to be a veteran in service for Jesus.

2 Timothy 2:3-4 2 The Soldier 1. Veterans Must “Be Strong” • Veterans give up the safety and security of their own homes. That’s strong . • They left behind family and friends that’s strong. • Some surrendered their personal plans for education and career. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Joy Comes In For A Landing

Contributed by Matt Hoffmann on Mar 16, 2010

What does it mean to Rejoice in Real Life, when Joy touches down on the rough patches of our lives?

Philippians 3:8-14 Lately, I’ve talked some about how I don’t really enjoy flying. I will go, and it isn’t a huge deal, but I tend to get nervous. But, there is one think that I LOVE about flying. It’s the sound of the wheels of the plane touching the ground. It’s a powerful moment, marked by ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-14

Denomination: Lutheran

The Trolls And Jesus

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 12, 2020

The trolls may pull us down with their words, but we need to rely on his Spirit to win over them.

The Trolls and Jesus Matthew 22:15-21, Isaiah 45:1, Isaiah 45:4-6, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Today, we have a very interesting text from the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 22:15-21). Now, let us listen to the text. “The Pharisees went off and plotted ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-21, Isaiah 45:1, Isaiah 45:4-6, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-5

Denomination: Other

Neglected Truths From The Word Of God

Contributed by Grant Adams on Oct 25, 2021

There are so many truths in God's word, let's not get bogged down in sensationalism.

1. In Acts 20, Paul claimed to preach the whole counsel of God. a. Every truth and doctrine. b. A great statement. 2. In 2 Timothy 4, Paul told Timothy to preach the word of God. a. In season when it’s popular. b. Out of season when it is not popular 3. In Titus 2, Paul states one of these ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:26-28, 2 Timothy 4:1-2, Titus 2:11-15

Denomination: Baptist