Sermons on Doing The Word:

Parable Of The Seed

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on May 2, 2002

A children’s interactive talk on the Parable of the Seed

Saxlingham 05-05-02 Luke 8: 4-15 The Parable of the Sower In today’s reading, Jesus used parable to teach with. 1. What is a parable? Question 1. Do you know what a parable is? Answer: It is the use of something well known – like seed growing in the ground ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-15

Denomination: Anglican

It's Easier To Make A Stink Than To Create Sweetness Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Jun 22, 2009

18th in a series from Ecclesiastes. It often only takes something small to ruin something great.

When we were in Hawaii a couple of weeks ago, we watched as a couple of kids worked diligently to build a sand castle on the beach. They meticulously used their buckets and shovels to craft quite a castle, complete with sticks around the perimeter to protect it from intruders. Unfortunately for ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Truth?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 5, 2022

The bread of life is the truth of the ways of the LORD. This is the original message of Jesus. He brought us the truth (bread) of the way the LORD works. Bread was used as a metaphor for truth.

What is Truth John 6:35-40 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 6:35 Jesus said to them, “I am the bread of life; he who comes to Me will not hunger, and he who believes in Me will never thirst. 36 “But I said to you that you have seen Me, and yet do not believe. 37 “All that the Father gives Me ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35-40

Denomination: United Methodist

Treasure Hunting

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jun 19, 2018

Lessons about God's word being a treasure

“Treasure Hunting” Proverbs 2 Intro: The Bible is an amazing book. We so often treat it as a textbook, merely teaching academic truth--when what it really is is a children's "pop-up" book, showing us glimpses into the very heart and soul of those we find mentioned there. The Psalms were not ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Remain Steadfast In God’s Word & Work

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jun 26, 2023

It’s fitting for us to consider the Apostle Paul’s final words to his co-worker Timothy on this day (June 25), for the Lutherans of 1530 who presented the Augsburg Confession took seriously Paul’s encouragement and so should we: “Remain steadfast in God’s Word and work.”

On this day 493 years ago, Lutheran princes gathered in south-central Germany, in a town 50 miles outside of Munich and presented a confession of faith to the Holy Roman Emperor, Charles V. This presentation of the Augsburg Confession on June 25, 1530 is generally recognized as the birth of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

From The Mouth . . . Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 30, 2024

A series from the book of James.

Straight from the Mouth James 1, Romans 5:3-5, 8:31-39 September 8, 2024 Back in the Vietnam war era, the White House Press Secretary was Ron Zeigler. During a press conference he made a statement that was proven to be false that very night. When he was asked about it the next day, Zeigler ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-5, Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Baptist

Faith, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Kevin Johnson on May 31, 2019

Learning to use the "currency" heaven recognizes to conduct business with Heaven and receive from God.

If you walk into one of the stores or shops or restaurants in this town, and hope to do any kind of business or trade, or if you plan on getting any food; someone is going to have to pay for those goods or services, would you agree? In this country the dollar is our standard of currency. So if you ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1, Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Grow In Our Worth

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Sep 29, 2017

Our Heavenly Father expected us to grow as His children.

“Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow up in your salvation, now that you have tasted that the Lord is good” (1 Peter 2:2-3, NIV). The Police Superintendent of the City told the police trainees to increase their worth, so they could become more useful in the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

I Don't Look Like What I've Been Through PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Highlight the power of unwavering faith and trust in God's protection, even in the face of life-threatening trials, as demonstrated by Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the book of Daniel.

Good morning, Church! We're diving into a powerful part of Scripture today that's about God's protection, the power of standing on His word, and the victory of faith over fear. Our main text comes from the book of Daniel. The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego is an incredible testament to ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:14-30

Topics: Standing, God's Word

A Role Model For Believers PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 31, 2024

This sermon explores how to choose righteousness through studying, practicing, and communicating God's Word, drawing inspiration from the life of Ezra.

Good morning, dear family of faith. It's a joy to gather together, isn't it? To share in the warmth of fellowship and the light of God's Word. As we open our hearts and minds to the Scripture today, we are reminded of the words of Charles Spurgeon, who once said, "A Bible that’s falling apart ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 7:10

Topics: Practicing, God's Word

The Real Meaning Behind Christmas

Contributed by Denis O'callaghan Ph.d. ,th.d., D.d., D. Phil. on Dec 21, 2011

A seven part series on the last words of Christ- for this He cameThat we might live with Him

The Real meaning behind Christmas In a month or so you may sit down to enjoy a movie in which a story of fiction will be hailed as the truth and many will turn to Christianity and say "I knew that you were fake, no wonder we don't want anything to do with you!" But before that happens I would ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

In The Father's Hands

Contributed by David Elvery on May 7, 2009

Series on the Last words of Jesus on the Cross

In the Father’s Hands – Luke 23:44-49 Gladstone Baptist Church – 6/4/07 am 1. Final Words are profound As a person lies on their death bed, their final words have a real sense of significance. Friends linger, hoping to catch the final words. Last words actually tell us a lot about that person. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:44-49

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Words - Father's Day 2023

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 17, 2023

Looking at the power of words on this Father's Day.

The Power of Words 1 Thessalonians 2:7-12 June 18, 2023 We’re taking a 1 week break from James and we’re going to talk about men. I know, if I invited some women up here, we could make this a roast about men. We could make lots of jokes . . . . but I want to share some stories, some personal and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Tongue: Good Or Evil Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Sep 30, 2024

A hard look through the book of James

The No Spin Zone James 3:1-18 September 29, 2024 Tell me which of these was not a tabloid headline - - - - A headless body was found in a topless bar. A werewolf was captured in London. A bat child was found in a cave. An alien Bible was found and they worship Oprah! Computer virus spreads to ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Unity

Contributed by Michael Bolin on Mar 26, 2011

A cry for unity in the local body.

Good morning. How is everyone this morning? Thank each of you for being here. I would like to ask you a few questions this morning. I would like to quote to you some sentences and you tell me if they are in the Bible. "Money is the root of all evil." 1 Timothy 6:10 "Do unto others as you would ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-23, Luke 24:36-48

Denomination: United Methodist