Sermons on Drawing Near To God:

Holy Families Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 28, 2018

When families stay together, and pray together, and sing together and learn together, all of society is enriched and strengthened.

Feast of the Holy Family 2018 The wisdom writer Jesus ben Sira is the author of the Book of Sirach, where we get our first reading today. I recall early in my life reading the ten commandments, and also remember that my early sacramental confessions were headlined pretty much the same every couple ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40, Colossians 3:12-21

Denomination: Catholic

The Adulterous Woman

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Nov 29, 2021

In John 8:1-11, we see a woman who is brought to Jesus. She was caught in the act of adultery. She knows that, according to the law, she deserves to die. She is hopeless and helpless. But she is brought to Jesus. The only one who is able to condemn her offers her mercy.

Adulterous Woman In John 8:1-11, we see a woman who is brought to Jesus. She was caught in the act of adultery. She knows that, according to the law, she deserves to die. She is hopeless and helpless. But she is brought to Jesus. The only one who is able to condemn her offers her mercy. vs.2 ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11, John 3:17, Deuteronomy 22:22, Jeremiah 17:13, Deuteronomy 19:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

By What Authority

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Dec 3, 2021

What is the authority you use to proof that Jesus is the Messiah?

By what Authority Mark 11:27-33 Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 27 They came again to Jerusalem. And as He was walking in the temple, the chief priests and the scribes and the elders came to Him, 28 and began saying to Him, “By what authority are You doing these things, or who gave You this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:27-33

Denomination: United Methodist

Compliments

Contributed by Kyle Campbell on Jan 19, 2022

Flattery is excessive and insincere praise, given especially to further one’s own interests. Proverbs 26:28 says that “a flattering mouth works ruin.” Compliments, on the other hand, are a genuine appreciation of something or someone — and this is the power to build and sustain others.

Introduction. Helen Mrosla writes, “In an earlier grade, I’d taped Mark’s mouth shut for talking too much in class. Now he was a student in my junior high school math class. His class had worked hard all week. By Friday the students were getting cranky. So, for a break, I asked them to write the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:4-6, Proverbs 26:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Call To Discipleship Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 2, 2022

Jesus said go and make disciples. Your task as a disciple is to make disciples. You are to become a fisher of men. Jesus expects nothing less than total obedience.

Charles Sheldon wrote a challenging book called In His Steps. In this book Henry Maxwell is the pastor of First Church Raymond. A visitor about 33 years old out of work walked to the front of the church and asks what does it mean to follow Christ? He collapsed and died three days later. A group ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Cost And Reward Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 21, 2024

When Jesus called people to follow Him, He was upfront about the cost. He never promised discipleship would be easy, He promised it would be worth it.

The cost of being a disciple of Jesus is profound. It’s a journey marked by surrender, sacrifice, and a willingness to lay down everything for the sake of following Christ. When Jesus called people to follow Him, He was upfront about the cost. He never promised that discipleship would be easy, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23, Luke 14:26-27, Matthew 16:25, Luke 18:22, John 15:20, Matthew 5:10-12, Hebrews 12:1-2, Mark 10:29-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thirtieth Sunday In Ordinary Time, B: Bartimaeus

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 11, 2024

Jesus never gave any person with a disability, who was begging, money or any material goods.

Bartimaeus, called “a blind man,” in Mark 10:46, is begging on Jericho Street, we hear in our Gospel today, and a verse from the First Reading, Jeremiah 31:8, describes those such as him as the “blind and the lame.” Today, we would be more sensitive and say that Bartimaeus is “person who is blind; ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52, Jeremiah 31:7-9

Denomination: Catholic

Jesus Reigns

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 13, 2025

Jesus reigns over creation, nations, the Church, the forces of darkness, and eternity. No power can overthrow His throne. His kingdom is not of this world, yet He governs every aspect of existence.

JESUS REIGNS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "And he hath on his vesture and on his thigh a name written, KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS." – Revelation 19:16 Supporting Texts: Psalm 93:1-2, Matthew 28:18, Philippians 2:9-11, Daniel 7:13-14, 1 Corinthians 15:25 INTRODUCTION: The ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Knows

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 13, 2025

One of the most comforting truths in the Bible is that Jesus knows everything about us. He knows our struggles, our pains, our needs, and our deepest desires. Unlike people who may misunderstand or judge us, Jesus understands perfectly.

JESUS KNOWS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathise with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin." – Hebrews 4:15 Supporting Texts: Psalm 139:1-4, Job 23:10, John 2:24-25, John ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Do You Say I Am ?

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Mar 14, 2025

This is about the most important question and answer ever. Who is Jesus to you? This message begs us to ask the question Who is Jesus? It also explains that the answer shouldnt just be voiced but should be shown ny action...

Who Do You Say I Am? Mark 8:27-30 ________________________________________ The Power of the Right Answer Some questions in life are routine and easy to answer. Like "What’s for dinner?" that’s easy you just check the fridge. Or "What’s the weather today?" That’s easy, just ask ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-30, Romans 10:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Wild Land (Judges 21)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 21, 2025

What happens in a land where everyone just does whatever he thinks is right? Let's look at Judges 21.

Was Israel at this time a wild society without a central government? What happens without law? What is the best basis of law? Let’s look at Judges 21. In their anger at the atrocity in Gibeah, had Israel made a hasty oath? The men of Israel had taken an oath at Mizpah: “Not one of us will give ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Names For Communion

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 3, 2022

Let’s look at some common names for communion. First of all, is the word communion even used for the ceremony of the bread and cup? That depends on the translation of the Bible.

Let’s look at some common names for communion. First of all, is the word communion even used for the ceremony of the bread and cup? That depends on the translation of the Bible. “The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of [participation, sharing in] the blood of Christ? The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:16, Luke 22:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' True Family (Mark 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 9, 2024

Who belongs to Jesus' true family? Let's find out in Mark 3.

Was it lawful for Jesus to do good on the Sabbath? How did Jesus answer the scribes’ false accusation about healing via demons? How were they dangerously close to blaspheming the Holy Spirit? Who is Jesus’ brother and sister and mother? Let’s find out in Mark 3. Did Jesus have another ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Power

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 21, 2023

What kind of power did Jesus have that demonstrated who He is?

After the sermon on the mount, did many follow Jesus? Luke picks up from here as the Sermon on the Plain (Luke 6:20–49). As Jesus came down the mountain, he was followed by large crowds. (Matthew 8:1 CEV) Healings Did He begin to heal many? What did a man with a skin disease do? A man with a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

There They Crucified Him

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 15, 2024

This scripture has been referred to as the heart of the Bible.

When you go through the old testament, the types, the shadows, the sacrifices, everything pointed to the cross. Everything after, everything we do today refers back to the cross. It is the central point of God's word. The heart of our faith. Every promise in the Bible hinges on the cross. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:27-49, 1 Peter 2:22-24

Denomination: Baptist