Sermons on Donkeys:

The Triumphant Entry Of The Messiah (Luke, Part 9) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 21, 2022

Jesus is moving towards His ultimate purpose and He arrives in the epicenter of “God’s people - Jerusalem”. It’s critical to realize this is for God’s glory - for Him to do this publicly - to show how committed God is to us.

The triumphant entry of the Messiah (Luke, Part 9) Luke 19:29-44 Introduction / Recap - The study of Luke is an interesting one for believers to explore -- We see Luke’s interest in humanity (it’s genuine, rem: career as a physician) -- We also get to experience how Jesus interacts with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:29-44, Isaiah 50:7, Zechariah 9:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Make Way For The King!

Contributed by Brian Williams on May 2, 2025

People are looking for peace, but the age old question is “where can it be found?” Would we like the Psalmist (Ps 24:7-10) open up our hearts and let the King of Glory come in?

The week prior to Palm Sunday, Jesus and his disciples were traveling to Jericho on their way to Jerusalem for the Passover feast. Along the way, He was teaching, healing, seeking the lost - doing everything that pointed to Him as the Messiah. His disciples had the idea that He was going to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:29-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Attempted Coup (1 Kings 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 13, 2025

Do churches face coups? What can we learn from an attempted coup? Let's look at 1 Kings 1.

Is political leadership still today exercised by people pushing and shoving? Do leaders of nations still like to impose their will rather than act in humble self-sacrifice? Let’s look at 1 Kings 1. In his old age, how did David remain warm in bed at night? Was it a purely platonic ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Man Of Valor PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

To encourage trust in God during difficult times, embody the traits of valor by willingly shouldering burdens, and to rest assured in God's faithfulness to fulfill His promises.

Hello everyone, welcome to today's sermon. I'm so glad you're all here as we tackle the truths found in Genesis 30:18 & 49:14-15. Trusting God in difficult times, the traits of a man of valor, and God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises - these are the themes that we will explore today. Let's ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 30:18, Genesis 49:14-15

Topics: Trusting God

The Triumphal Entry Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 19, 2016

1) The Faithful Arrival (Mark 11: 1– 7), 2) The Faithless Approval (Mark 11: 8– 10), 3) The Faithful Appraisal (Mark 11:11)

Carved into a towering cliff in central Afghanistan stood two gigantic statues. Hewn out of the living sandstone rock, they were figures of the Buddha, dominating the Bamiyan Valley which they overlook. The statues stood on the ancient Silk Road, the old trade route which stretched through ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Other

When Jesus Is In The House!

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Feb 4, 2012

That’s what God does, we can’t love like He does, we can’t give like He does, we are helpless, yet He loves us!

Verse 3-Then they came to Him, bringing a paralytic who was carried by four men. Think for a minute about the people in your life that are like that paralytic. . Maybe they’ve been paralyzed with guilt, or fear, hopelessness, loneliness! Verse 4-And when they could not come near Him ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Palm Sunday Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Apr 14, 2020

The first Palm Sunday was actually people claiming Jesus Christ as the victorious King who would free them from bondage from the Romans!

Good day! May God bless you as you worship Him! Today is typically celebrated as Palm Sunday. In preparation for our worship, let us pray…. Now, let us echo the voices of those who followed Jesus Christ about 2000 years ago and sing “Hosanna, Hosanna, Hosanna in the Highest!” ……. Let us quietly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Tame That Temper Series

Contributed by Esther Collins on May 10, 2021

This is the 9th message in the series, 'Building Relationships that Last.'

Anger is an emotion that most of us as human beings deal with. However, if we do not manage this emotion the right way, it will certainly hamper our relationships with people. Why do we get angry? There are several reasons why we could get angry. Let me mention a few. We may get angry if someone ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:5-6, John 2:13-22, Mark 10:13-16, Matthew 5:21-22, Proverbs 14:29, James 1:20, Ephesians 4:26-27, Proverbs 14:17  (view more)  (view less)

Unity In The Church Through Humility

Contributed by John Stensrud on Jun 11, 2001

An expository sermon that instructs us how to achieve unity in our churches

Unity Comes Through Humility – Philippians 2.1-11 Meassage given by John Stensrud at Immanuel Baptist Church on Sunday, June 10, 2001 Tonto and the Lone Ranger were riding through a canyon together when all of a sudden both sides were filled with Indian warriors on horses, dressed for battle. The ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Personalities In The Parade

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Oct 13, 2002

There are three distinct personalities that particpated in the Parade to Calvary on the triumphant entry into Jerusalem. This message examines the importance of obedience, even in what appears to be an insignifcant detail.

“The Personalities of the Parade” Mark 11:1-10 • Larry L. Thompson (2002) “. . . Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord” “As they approached Jerusalem and came to Bethphage and Bethany at the Mount of Olives, Jesus sent two of his disciples, [2] saying to them, "Go to the village ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Celebration And Praise During Palm Sunday Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 10, 2011

Message about the celebration on Palm Sunday. Why the Pharisees were upset at Jesus

Title: Celebration and Praise During Palm Sunday Theme: To show how to praise, and people who praised on Palm Sunday Text: Matthew 21:1-12 Read this Between Matthew 21:11 & 12 Luke 19:39 And some of the Pharisees called to Him from the crowd, "Teacher, rebuke Your disciples." 40 But He answered ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:11-12

Denomination: Church Of God

What To Look For In A Mate Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jun 4, 2020

If you’re searching for a mate, make sure there’s a spiritual match.

One popular dating site makes this intriguing claim: “What happens when you apply scientific research to dating behavior? A whole lotta love! But this isn’t destiny, it’s deliberate.” This site asks subscribers to answer 80 questions to determine “32 Compatibility Dimensions.” No doubt some of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 11:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Pants, Boats And Other Weird Requests Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Mar 27, 2021

Is God asking you to do something unusual? How would you know if God was speaking to you? Has he perhaps already asked you to do something? What did he ask you to do? How did he speak to you? Have you begun it yet?

.................................................................................................................... At first glance it appears to be a crowning symbol of obnoxious rock star excess, yet a closer look reveals a deeper story about how a band used a tiny candy to alert them to major ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11, 2 Kings 5:11-12

Denomination: Anglican

Salvation And The Savior

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Mar 24, 2002

Luke records “Journey Notes” in his gospel that serve to set up this momentous, climactic event that will take place in the city of Jerusalem. Today’s Scripture includes the final two journey notes.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: What an active, colorful, almost hectic, back and forth scene it is. If you want drama, you’ve got it. Part planning, part spontaneity. Full support for Jesus. And unabashed opposition. Great joy. And tears of sorrow. Coats are spread for an improvised red carpet ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

The Six Million Dollar Man

Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 9, 2010

What is our value? How much are we woth to God?

The Six Million Dollar Man ? Psalm 8:4 What is man, that thou art mindful of him ? and the son of man that thou visitest him ? Have you ever questioned your worth ? I’m sure that all of us have felt at times that we are worthless. We probably all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:4

Denomination: Baptist