Sermons on Dishonest Steward:

"The Puzzle Of The Be Attitudes”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 9, 2022

“The Beatitudes are not teachings on ‘how’ to be blessed. They are not instructions to do anything. Jesus is not telling anyone they would be better off being ‘financially’ poor. (Dallas Willard) Is Luke 6 about Jesus fulfilling His Mission statement? Luke 4

In Jesus Holy Name February 13, 2022 Luke 6:17 “The Puzzle of the Be Attitudes” Philip Yancy in his book “The Jesus I Never Knew” wrote the following when he read the 1st Beatitude in Luke 6. “I became so convicted about my addiction to material things that I gave away to a friend my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:17-26, Matthew 5:3-4

Denomination: Lutheran

The Proof Of Zacchaeus' Salvation

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 21, 2022

A Christian man was making plans to leave the country. He went to apply for a passport, and he was told that before he could receive a passport he had to produce evidence of his birth.

He was stunned when the woman looked at him and asked him to do such a thing. He asked, "My standing before you is not evidence that I have been born?" She said, "No, you will have to bring your birth certificate or something comparable to a birth certificate to show proof of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting

Contributed by Laura Martin on Jul 7, 2020

The place of lament in the Christian life.

What exactly did you come to church this morning to hear? But don’t blame me for choosing this passage, as it was in the lectionary for today. Lamentations is 5 chapters long, and it is a song of sorrow, a lament, over the tragic fall of Jerusalem in 586 BC. Lamentations is appropriately located ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 1:1-6

Do Little Lights Matter?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 18, 2020

All a mighty oak tree is--- a nut that stood it's ground through dry times, storms and hard times. If your presence matters? Does your absence matter?

DO LITTLE LIGHTS MATTER?… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. IF YOUR PRESENCE MATTERS, THINK ABOUT: DOES YOUR ABSENCES MATTER? Text: Luke 13:18 Then said he, Unto what is the kingdom of God like? and whereunto shall I resemble it? 19 It is like a grain of mustard seed, which a man took, and cast into ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:18-19, Matthew 25:23, Matthew 11:25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Priority Of True Worship Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 8, 2021

Though is necessary that nothing hinders true worship, the solemn lesson is that God desires pure worship in the inner most man.

LUKE 19: 45-48 [JESUS’ LAST WEEK SERIES] THE PRIORITY OF TRUE WORSHIP [Malachi 3:1-6] The expelling of the traffickers from the Temple was on the day after Jesus’ triumphal entry. Jesus comes into the temple, the ultimate place of religious significance in all Jerusalem, and finds worship ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:45-48, John 2:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Shattering Stone Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 22, 2021

In the words of Christ Himself we have it stated that He was a shattering stone in His first coming.

A man was bragging that he had saved the life of a poor half-starved little girl who was trying to sell wilted flowers on a freezing cold winter day. When asked how he explained: "This little girl was hardly dressed for the kind of weather she was facing. She wore no gloves, and in her hand ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:44

The Confident Christian

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 22, 2020

4 ways that we can gain confidence from 2 Corinthians 3:1-6 (adapted from Bob Russell's book, Take Comfort, the chapter entitled The Confident Christian)

HoHum: Confident, confident, dry and secure; raise your hand, raise your hand if your Sure- if only when I used that deodorant I felt confident and secure WBTU: The Christian should be a humble person. The Christian should be a confident person. How do we reconcile these two things? What does ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:1-6, Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Believe, Or Do I?

Contributed by Richard Bowman on May 27, 2025

The nature of genuine faith must always include faith in Jesus, not in self.

I BELIEVE! OR DO I? Warsaw Christian Church, Richard Bowman, Pastor Emeritus Text, Mark 9:14-29: And when He came to the disciples, He saw a great multitude around them, and scribes disputing with them. 15 Immediately, when they saw Him, all the people were greatly amazed, and running to Him, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Blessed Are The Upside-Down Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jun 29, 2025

Jesus opens His Kingdom manifesto not with rules but with congratulations. He blesses the weak, the weeping, and the overlooked. These “blessings” are grace-filled announcements that reorient how we see God, ourselves, and the world.

Sermon Title: Blessed Are the Upside-Down Series Title: Kingdom Culture: Living the Sermon on the Mount Text: Matthew 5:1–12 Big Idea: Jesus opens His Kingdom manifesto not with rules but with congratulations. He blesses the weak, the weeping, and the overlooked. These “blessings” are grace-filled ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Good And Honest Heart

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 19, 2016

To establish that the good and honest heart hears, receives, believes, and obeys the gospel of Christ - the seed of the kingdom. This lesson describes the type of heart that will believe and obey the gospel. It also discusses a "significant emotional event."

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Sower (The Preacher) 2. The Seed (The Word of God) 3. The Soil (The Hearers) Introductory Remarks. 1. There is much warning in the bible to the hearers of the word of God. Jesus spoke: "of the wise and foolish hearers," Matthew 7:24-27. James declares: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-15, Matthew 13:36-43, Matthew 13:47-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Solid Investments

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Sep 25, 2008

With our economy in turmoil the stock market crashing and finacial companies filling bankruptcy we must make Solid Investments that will produce a positive return.

“SOLID INVESTMENTS” By District Elder M.L. Maughmer, Jr. Matthew 6:19-21 “Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal But lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust doth corrupt, and where ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Apostolic

12 Dollars A Changed Life Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 20, 2012

Parable of the Talents - Jesus shared this teaching for those of his day, his followers and for us here this morning. This parable teaches us a few major life lessons about Stewardship. Jesus shared this concept to give the people who follow Him a few rea

Opening Video Illustration: Chairs clip – this clip reminds us how important our lives are to the Kingdom of Heaven and to each other sitting in this church this morning. ( from sermoncentral.com.) Series: 12 in 2012 Sermon: $12 dollars a changed life! Subject: Spiritual mile marker ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Great Expectations

Contributed by Bobby Brewer on Jun 27, 2021

Having warned the elders of the Ephesian church about false teachers Paul also provides some final words of encouragement not the least of which is our everlasting inheritance.

OLActs20-Great Expectations Series: Acts: We’re on a Mission from God Message: Great Expectations Text: Acts 20:32-38 Date: June 27, 2021 Big Idea: The Bible talks about there being an inheritance for believers but what exactly does that mean? It was Dr. Seuss who said, “Don’t cry because it’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:30-38, Ephesians 1:11, Matthew 25:14-30

Jesus Reveals To Us His Glory.

Contributed by Dr. Stafford Miller on Apr 8, 2001

The miracles of Jesus Christ were meant to reveal to us the glory of God, and lead us to who Jesus truly is.

THE SECOND SUNDAY IN THE SEASON OF EPIPHANY, THE TEXT ....JOHN 2: 1-11 Introduction::: TODAY IS THE SECOND SUNDAY IN THE SEASON OF Epiphany... LAST WEEK WE AFFIRMED THAT ..The Greek word Epiphany can be translated "the showing forth." The word "epiphany" also means appearing, , making ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

The Meaning Of Man Series

Contributed by Chris Smith on Feb 11, 2003

What does it mean to be created in the Image of God, and the institution of the cultural mandate to fill and subdue the earth.

The Meaning of Man Job 7:17 "What is man that You magnify him, And that You are concerned about him, Psalms 8:4 What is man that You take thought of him, And the son of man that You care for him? Psalms 144:3 O LORD, what is man, that You want to know him? Or the son of man, that You think of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Baptist