Sermons on Divide The Waters:

Walking On The Water

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Oct 17, 2002

This story is related in each of the Gospels. But in Matthew’s account we are given a much broader view of this miracle. This passage of scripture teaches us 5 lessons about the Lord Jesus Christ.

WALKING ON THE WATER Date: Place: Text: Matthew 14:25-33 Introduction This story is related in each of the Gospels. But in Matthew’s account we are given a much broader view of this miracle. This passage of scripture teaches us 5 lessons about the Lord Jesus Christ. I. HE IS A COMFORTING LORD. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:25-33

Denomination: Baptist

Water Baptism

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on May 31, 2003

Understanding water baptism

I. Water Baptism: It’s meaning 1. Greek: Baptizo - to plunge under, dip, or immerse. a. Some churches teach a sprinkle of water. This is not true to the meaning of the word. b. Two Greek words translated "sprinkle" are RANTIZO and ECHEO. Neither word is found in the Bible ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Water Into Wine

Contributed by Anne Robertson on Jun 5, 2003

The miracle at Cana is a sign of the mission of Jesus: transformation.

WATER INTO WINE TEXT: John 2:1-11 The story of Jesus turning water into wine at the wedding in Cana, I think contains one of the most powerful messages in all of Scripture. But it seems that a lot of times, people get snagged on one of the ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

A Pitcher Of Water

Contributed by Gino Cascieri on Apr 3, 2001

In this message you will see the strong connection with water in the ministry of Christ.

“A Pitcher of Water” Text: Luke 22:7-18 Intro: I want us to focus on verse 10. What I find interesting is that the man who was to meet Peter and John was to be bearing a picture of water. This man could have been bearing something else or involved in a number of activities. I believe that there ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

Living Waters

Contributed by Rita Sims on Mar 8, 2001

The woman at the well learned about living waters. When we are dry, we can receive living waters too.

Life can be pretty hard sometimes. When you’re in school or at work, it can be pretty hard to make it through the whole day. Then, you have to go home and do homework and work waiting for you at home. Sometimes, it seems like there’s never a moment’s rest. Or maybe our problem is not ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-30

Denomination: United Methodist

Living Water

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Feb 24, 2002

Tie the statement of Christ in John 7 to its historical context by expounding the feast of tabernacles celebration that was the context of those statements.

I. FEASTS CELEBRATED BY ALL MEN IN ISRAEL A. FEAST OF UNLEAVENED BREAD — PASSOVER — COMMEMORATED THE DELIVERANCE FROM EGYPT, SPARED FROM DEATH ANGEL. THEY HAD TO LEAVE EGYPT IN SUCH A HURRY THEY DID NOT HAVE TIME TO LET THEIR BREAD RISE. B. FEAST OF WEEKS (PENTECOST) — FEAST OF THE HARVEST ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: Church Of God

Holy Water

Contributed by Mike Dubose on Mar 3, 2002

Thirsty? How about a taste of Holy Water? One drink and you’ll never thirst again. Guaranteed for eternal life!

Holy Water John 4: 1-15 March 3, 2002 Have you ever been working in the yard on a hot summer day and find yourself almost dying of thirst… I have… I’ll never forget the day I put down sod in my front yard… It must have been 90 plus degrees that day – I had bought 3 pallets ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

Pure Water Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 6, 2001

This is the first sermon in the series "Finding Freedom From Sin" and gives us examples and ways to break free from those "pet sins" in our lifes that hold us captive.

Sunday Morning August 5, 2001 Bel Aire Baptist Church, Hobbs, NM Series: Finding Freedom From Sin #1 PURE WATER JOHN 4:7-30 Introduction: 1. Do we have anyone here this morning that has ever sinned? You are thinking, “Well yea stupid. We all have sinned. So why ask such an obvious question?” ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-30

Denomination: Baptist

Muddying The Waters

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 7, 2002

Conformity and Compromise with the world’s value system has devastating effects in the life of the believer.

Muddying the Waters ROMANS 12:1-2 INTRODUCTION: There are nearly 100,000,000 people in our country who claim to be church members. As professed believers, we are not having the moral and spiritual influences on our nation and in our world that, you would think that we would be able to make. Why ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Bitter Water

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Oct 20, 2001

Originally titled "Is the Lord With Us Or Not?," this sermon is looking at our doubt of God’s presence. The invitation is to deeper Christian discipleship to strengthen our assurance.

Originally, I intended to look at this Bible story two weeks ago. At the time, the name of the sermon was “Is The Lord With Us Or Not?” Certainly it is a question many Americans have asked in recent days. One approach to developing timely and appropriate sermons is to hold the Bible in one hand ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27

Denomination: Methodist

Living Water Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 3, 2002

The woman at the well helps us learn about our need for the living water of CHrist.

First Baptist Church October 6, 2002 Living Water John 4:1-42 Have you ever tried to draw a picture of what a character from the Bible looks like? If you have the artistic ability that I do, you’d end up with stick people. For the next couple of moments, I want you to paint a mental picture or ...read more

Scripture: John 4:3-42

Denomination: Baptist

Pentecost Waters

Contributed by Jay Winters on Jun 5, 2006

A Pentecost sermon on the outward sign we are given today - not tongues of fire, but baptism. Focus on the transformative effects and the death/life dichotomy.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit – the Holy Three in One who provides us with the rivers of Living water through the Spirit. Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, A Blessed Pentecost Sunday to all of you here in Chiefland. This Sunday, the Sunday where we celebrate ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: Lutheran

Step Into The Water

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 25, 2006

A day of decision - do we stay short of God’s blessing or do we cross the river?

(adapted from a message by Bill Burnett) TEXT: JOSHUA 3:1-17 TITLE: “STEP INTO THE WATER…” OPEN: A. Several families went to spend an afternoon at the river. Some of the adults decided to walk out to an island in the middle of the river. A five-year-old girl ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Wedding In The Water Series

Contributed by Jeff Gauss on Aug 3, 2007

BAPTISM is a “spiritual wedding” where you declare your love and commitment to Christ, join with him in his life, take on his identity, and participate in his family.

1. Introduction a. my wedding i. Started ½ hr. late because of road construction. ii. Flowers locked in church office iii. Harassed by drunks on our wedding night. iv. Fortunately, the marriage has gone better than the wedding. b. My baptism – 12 years old in a dirty ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

Danger In The Water

Contributed by William Nieporte on Nov 17, 2007

First sermon at Patterson Avenue Baptist as pastor.

I want to thank you for the warm reception we have received since our arrival in Richmond. Your kindness and generosity has touched my family’s heart and made us feel at home very quickly in this great city. Many of you have commented on the fact that you have been praying for my former parish on ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Baptist