Sermons on Deceitful Worker:

"Found In The Marketplace"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 1, 2009

A sermon about the grace of God and what we are called to do.

“Found in the Marketplace” Matthew 20:1-16 By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge UMC, Chattanooga, TN This parable has a lot to teach us… …much more than I could possibly cover in a single sermon. But in order to try and get at the heart of it, the best thing to do is to look at its ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: United Methodist

"Surely Not I, Lord?"

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 5, 2009

Message discussing the reaction of the disciples when Jesus says one of them will betray Him.

“Surely Not I, Lord?” Matthew 26:17-30 July 12, 2009 General Intro Before we get into the message today, I want to make you a promise: I won’t preach as long as I did last week. I truly had no idea that the message was going so long, and combined with a longer time singing, it just went way ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30

Denomination: Wesleyan

"Turn The Page"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 18, 2009

A sermon for Father’s Day.

Jeremiah 29:11-13 “Turn the Page” by: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor, Grace UMC, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org I am told that when I was just a “wee little boy” maybe around Mary Ellen’s age I made a big decision. I crossed my arms and took my stand, “I’ve made up my mind. I’m not going to Sunday ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-13

Denomination: United Methodist

I See What You're Saying

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Jun 23, 2009

How consistent are we in the messages that we send? Paul cautions Timothy (and us) to be careful with our words as well as our deeds.

Father’s Day 2009 I See What You’re Saying 1 Timothy 6:11-16 June 21, 2009 Happy Father’s Day to everyone but especially to all the fathers. This week we will take a break from our series on The Parables of Jesus to hear a special message for fathers but also for everyone who might be seeking to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-16

Denomination: Church Of God

Choosing The Best Part

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 9, 2009

Jesus told Mary that doing good had stopped her from doing the best. Doing good is not enough. God wants us to choose THDE BEST PART.

Choosing the Best Part Luke 10:38-42 You are very familiar with today’s story... Jesus is visiting at the home of Lazarus and his sisters, Martha and Mary. The Bible shows us that Jesus loved this family very much and loved to stay there as often as he had a chance. We know how much Jesus loved ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

One In Chrirst

Contributed by Tony Grant on Dec 7, 2005

This passage of Scripture from Galatians is about what family Christians belong to, and what Christians look like. We look like our father

One in Christ Galatians 3:23-29 03/13/05 2100 words 23 Now before faith came, we were imprisoned and guarded under the law until faith would be revealed. 24 Therefore the law was our disciplinarian until Christ came, so that we might be justified by faith. 25 But now that faith has come, we are ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:23-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

James Son Of Alphaeus – Named But Unknown. Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 16, 2005

James the son of Alphaeus is basically an unknown disciple, yet he is still an important member of the twelve apostles. When we are in Christ we also are disciples and many of us will be totally unknown, but we are just as important.

Mark 3:18 James son of Alphaeus – named but unknown. Scripture Readings:- Revelation 20:7-15 Mark 3:13-19 Mark 3:18f (text) There are multitudes of books written by, and about, the ministry efforts of great servants of God. Some of the big names today:- Billy Graham, Tony Campolo, Bill Hybels, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:18

Denomination: Baptist

Who's On First? Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jan 12, 2006

Who’s on First? The old Abbott and Costello routine asks a pertinent question about perspective and priority!

Who’s on First Matthew 19:28-20:16 Matthew 19:28-20:16 28 Jesus said to them, "I tell you the truth, at the renewal of all things, when the Son of Man sits on his glorious throne, you who have followed me will also sit on twelve thrones, judging the twelve tribes of Israel. 29 And everyone who has ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Power Of The Word

Contributed by Ben Emmons on Apr 17, 2007

There is power in the word...or so where told...but what exactly is this power and how do we tap into it? (plenty of room to customize for your people!)

I read a story about a pastor who was visiting one of his members. The lady of the house was trying to impress him about how committed to God she was by pointing out the large Bible on the bookshelf and talking in a very reverential way of it as "the Word of God". Her young son interrupted the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Choosing The Best Part

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Jan 25, 2013

Which is better... service or intimacy?

Choosing the Best Part Luke 10:38-42 You are very familiar with today's story... Jesus is visiting at the home of Lazarus and his sisters, Martha and Mary. The Bible shows us that Jesus loved this family very much and loved to stay there as often as he had a chance. We know how much Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

When Christians Disagree Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jan 7, 2012

Unity is crucial to Christian witness. Nothing is more essential and nothing brings God glory like the love and unity of the body of Christ in a fallen world. Yet this struggle is pervasive. How does God want us to deal with it?

Powerpoint available upon request: gwnance@bellsouth.net ask for "Powerpoint for When Christians Disagree." When Christians Disagree Philippians 4:2-3 is an unusual text that we need to slow down and look into. 2 I plead with Euodia and I plead with Syntyche to agree with each other in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Going Through The Big D Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 5, 2012

Exposition of Hebrews 12:3-11

Text: Hebrews 12:3-11, Title: Going through the Big D, Date/Place: NRBC, 11.4.12, AM A. Opening illustration: B. Background to passage: C. Main thought: A. Encouragements for discipline (v. 3-5a) 1. The writer gives three encouraging pieces of insight in order for them to think about their ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Choose Where To Serve God

Contributed by Babatunde Bello on Aug 8, 2011

SERVICE TO GOD

At churches globally, there are various Departments which cater for the different sectors of the ministry i.e. an avenue to serve God. Ushering Department The ushering department is responsible for ushering members of the congregation into designated seats or areas in the auditorium. They are ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:12-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Miracle Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Feb 27, 2012

The greatest Miracle of Christmas

Resource - Christmas Is Not Your Birthday, Mike Slaughter, Abingdon Press, 2011 The Miracle of Christmas There is a lot of miracle talk around Christmas! Somehow, even the most cynical persons among us find reason to hope for miracles! Even serious people are willing to talk about the appearance ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:2-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Work!

Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 3, 2012

What does the Bible teach us about work? There is more here than we may realize!

Today let's begin a series of lessons on a much needed subject: Work! An employer called in all his workers together for a meeting and said, "We have just purchased a bunch of robots. And these robots will free you from some of the menial things you have been doing in the past, tightening ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ