Sermons on Desert Lessons:

Faith And Works

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Sep 11, 2006

A sermon for the 15th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 19 Jesus asking who do you say that I am, Peter’s answer

15th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 19 Mark 8:27-38 "Faith and Works" 27 ¶ And Jesus went on with his disciples, to the villages of Caesarea Philippi; and on the way he asked his disciples, "Who do men say that I am?" 28 And they told him, "John the Baptist; and others say, Elijah; and others ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38

Denomination: Lutheran

Is God's Hand Shortened?

Contributed by Wes Richard on Mar 11, 2003

Urges believers to focus on God’s provisions rather than human complaints.

Is the Lord’s power limited? Numbers 11:16-23 On Ash Wednesday we began our 40-day journey toward the cross and the resurrection. We were reminded of God’s amazing grace on the one hand and of our own sin on the other. We nailed our sins to the cross. We admonished each other to turn away from ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

How About Them Camels

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Jan 1, 2005

An interesting study about camels and how they are in comparison to us and the grace of God.

GEN 24:62-67 “HOW ABOUT THEM CAMELS” A) This scripture passage is given in the context of Abraham sending his servant out to find a bride for Isaac! * This is one of the most beautiful Old Testament pictures of God sending the Holy Ghost out to bring in a bride for His Son, the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:62-67

Denomination: Baptist

Fresh Manna

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 11, 2020

The account of the Israelites gathering manna represents believers pursuing God's Word and the presence of Jesus in daily devotions. It demonstrates God's care for us, shows His greatness, and emphasizes the urgency of our getting FRESH MANNA!

FRESH MANNA Ex. 16:4,20 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: TWO DOG JOKES 1. DOG DRANK GASOLINE “When I was 12, my father told me a terrible story that had happened at the gas station that day. “I was pumping gas when I noticed this small dog licking up a puddle of gasoline off the ground,” he said. “All of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:4-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus' Power Over Life's Storms

Contributed by Tim Bond on Feb 4, 2002

God allows storms in our life so that we can experience the power and the presence of Christ.

One of my favorite stories is about Chippie the parakeet. Chippie was a happy little bird, content every day to sit on his perch, swinging and singing to his little heart’s content. One day Chippie’s owner took the initiative to clean out his cage. She took off the attachment from the end of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love Slaves

Contributed by Dale Pilgrim on Sep 16, 2006

Jesus’ time of crucifixion was drawing near and here he sat, with his leadership team for the future who still didn’t get it – talk about a desperate and seemingly fruitless reality. Since none moved, Jesus did it. The towel that Jesus wrapped around him

Most of you will be familiar with the term and concept of servant-leadership. It is not a new concept of course. Corporate North America didn’t come up with it and the bright minds of the world didn’t phrase it as a new discovery. One of the Army’s earliest references to servant-leadership is that ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Salvation Army

Abomination Of Desolation - What Is It?

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 31, 2008

Jesus gave warning to the disciple about the abomination of desolation - what is the Abomination of Desolation mentioned in the Bible?

“Abomination of Desolation” By District Elder M. L. Maughmer, Jr. The Abomination of Desolation – What is it? The very phrase is enough to make anyone feel uncomfortable and cause an uneasy sensation of doom. Why is it that this term causes such an emotion in a person? The answer is rather ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:27

Denomination: Apostolic

How To Learn From Failure

Contributed by Ricky Tuttle Thd on Mar 8, 2003

Why wait to fail so we can learn. Use the examples given to you.

“HOW TO LEARN FROM FAILURE” Exodus 2:11-15 2-17-2002 Moses was one of the greatest men in the Bible. - He was used of God to free Gods’ people. - He was used by God to deliver the 10 Commandments. - He was used of God to build the Tabernacle so that God could dwell with His people. - Yet Moses ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Unity Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 23, 2013

Unity is not formed from agreement, but from love and forgiveness.

John 17:20-26 “Unity” INTRODUCTION The words contained in today’s lesson are some of the most troubling Jesus ever spoke. We think we understand Jesus’ parables, like the Parable of the Sower, or the Parable of the Prodigal Son.” The significance of “Come ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Pushing The Rock?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 9, 2003

PEACE IS NOT THE ABSENCE OF TROUBLE; PEACE IS THE PRESENCE OF GOD. GOD AND PEACE ABIDE IN THIS LIFE. There has to be more.

PUSHING THE ROCK? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I wish I were a carpenter, they can work 8 hours, and as they pack up their tools they can see what they have done. A family member, teacher,a preacher and a minister may never see what they have accomplished. PEACE IS NOT THE ABSENCE ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:36-40, Exodus 4:2-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Abba

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Mar 2, 2004

Jesus taught us to call God "Daddy"! - A Sermon for Lent on "The Lord’s Prayer"

"ABBA - FATHER" Before the coming of Jesus the Jews saw God only as a figure of majesty and awe. Their normal reaction towards Him was an attitude of fear and trembling. But, when Jesus came, He brought a totally NEW concept - a QUITE STARTLING ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Living For Eternity

Contributed by David Anderson on May 3, 2001

Sacrificing our seconds within this world we await the eternal hour of paradise.

Sermon: "LIVING FOR ETERNITY" D. Anderson Is. 26:1ff; Rev. 21:9-11,22-27; Mat. 5:1-12 + + + Here again these breath-giving Words proclaimed by the prophet Isaiah: But your dead will live; their bodies will rise. You who dwell in the dust, wake up and shout for joy. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:9-27, Isaiah 26:19

Denomination: Lutheran

A New Thing

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006

After reminding us of His faithfulness in the PAST God encourages us with what He is doing NOW in our lives.

A New Thing Isaiah 43:16-21[1] 1-1-06 “This is what the LORD says-- he who made a way through the sea, a path through the mighty waters, 17 who drew out the chariots and horses, the army and reinforcements together, and they lay there, never to rise again, extinguished, snuffed out like a wick: ...read more

Denomination: Charismatic

The Temptation Of Christ Series

Contributed by Dan Brown on Feb 8, 2007

Part 7 in preaching through the book of Matthew. Looking at the temptation of Jesus.

Sermon-2/4/07-Matt. 4:1-11-The Temptation of Christ Intro. 2 examples of How to avoid temptation: 1) Joke 2) Benedict of Nursia (c. 480-543 AD) sought to avoid temptation by wearing a rough hair shirt and living in a cave for 3 years, where his food was lowered to him on a cord. He once threw ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: *other

Wilderness Mindset

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 3, 2025

God delivers us from Egypt, renews our minds in the wilderness, and empowers us to walk joyfully in His promised abundance.

For the next few minutes we’re going to walk with Israel—out of Egypt, through the wilderness, and into the promise. But I’m not here to give you a history lesson; I’m here to preach deliverance to somebody’s soul. You’ve been circling the same mountain long enough. You’ve cried the same tears, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:6, Romans 12:2, Hebrews 11:15, Proverbs 15:15, John 10:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist