Sermons on Family Drama:

The Keeper Of The Spring

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on May 7, 2025

mother's day "how they are keeper's of the 'living water" spring of faith for their children

In Jesus Holy Name May 13,2025 II Timothy 1:4; 3:14,15 “The Keeper of the Spring” The late Peter Marshall, for several years was the chaplain of the United States Senate, He used to love to tell the story of "The Keeper of the Spring,"1 about a quiet forest dweller ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14, 2 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Lutheran

A Covenant Of Love

Contributed by Brian Williams on May 13, 2025

In a day when everyone is doing what is right in their own eyes, loyalty and love for others, for their families and especially for God stands out in this world.

Let’s turn to Ruth 1:1-22 1 Now it came about in the days when the judges governed, that there was a famine in the land. And a man of Bethlehem in Judah went to reside in the land of Moab with his wife and his two sons. 2 The name of the man was Elimelech, and the name of his wife, Naomi; and ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"simon Says...." Part Two: Re-Thinking Possible Series

Contributed by Martin Wright on Jun 10, 2025

In part two of our "Simon Says..." preaching series we find Jesus challenging Simon Peter (and challenging us as well) to re-think what is possible with God's help. What might happen if you invited Jesus into your home, into your career, into your circumstance?

“SIMON SAYS” REFLECTING UPON THE JOURNEY OF ONE WHO FOLLOWED JESUS. PART TWO: RE-THINKING POSSIBLE Jesus Heals Peter’s Mother-in-law and Others Luke 4:38-41 (See also Matthew 8:14-17 and Mark 1:29-34) 38 Jesus left the synagogue and went to the home of Simon. Now Simon’s mother-in-law is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:38-41, Matthew 8:14-17, Mark 1:29-34, James 5:13-15, Isaiah 55:6, Luke 4:40-41, John 16:33, Matthew 14:22-33, Acts 2:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Barrier Of Protection

Contributed by Joel Bernardino on Dec 25, 2025

Everyone desires protection from danger—especially when it comes to our health, safety, family, and future. In our passage, we clearly see what the Bible calls the hedge of God’s protection around Job. Satan himself admitted that he could not touch Job unless God allowed it.

BARRIER OF PROTECTION Pastor Joel Bernardino – December 26, 2025 Job 1:10, “Have you not put a hedge around him and his household and everything he has?” Today, I would like to talk about how God protects His children. Everyone desires protection from danger—especially when it comes to our ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:6-12

The Amazing Grace Of God

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 16, 2011

Here in this drama the we call the Last Supper, the grace of God is demonstrated in a way that was missed by those there, and especialy by one! But we can't afford to miss it today!

Passage: Matthew 26:17-30 Intro: Hindsight is an amazing thing. 1. someone has said “hindsight 20/20 2. but when we can look back, with explanations, we can actually see what is going on better than those who were there! 3. saw last week, great event, with things going on in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Faith Fueled By Prayer

Contributed by John Dobbs on Oct 16, 2020

Corrie Ten Boom asked: "Is prayer your steering wheel or your spare tire?” As we face the struggles of everyday life, we must keep our faith strong - and the way we keep our faith strong is to keep it fueled by prayer.

Faith Fueled By Prayer 1 Samuel 1:1 - 2:10 Introduction Corrie Ten Boom asked: "Is prayer your steering wheel or your spare tire?” As we face the struggles of everyday life, we must keep our faith strong - and the way we keep our faith strong is to keep it fueled by prayer. Our text centers ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unity For The Sake Of The Community

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 20, 2012

My talk for the 2012 service of unity organised by Churches Together in Billericay (CTB). Jesus prayed for unity amongst believers so that the community would see and believe that Jesus was sent by God. It was a prayer for unity for the sake of the wider

The church is the body of Christ; but have you ever thought about what it would be like if the members of our physical bodies behaved like the members of the spiritual body sometimes do? For example, one day the heart says, “You know, I’m just stuck in a rut. For the last 43 years all ...read more

Scripture: John 17:13-23

Denomination: Anglican

Beware Of Bad Advice Series

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 2, 2008

This is the 4th sermon in the series on the fallout from King David’s decision with Bathsheba. Bad Advice can lead us astray. See the video or download audio at www.glenvillenewlife.com

Made For A Mission-Beware of Bad Advice April 27, 08 2 Samuel 13:1-9 Philippians 4:4-9 There is only one thing worse than some bad advice, and that’s getting some bad advice and following it. How many of you have ever gotten some bad advice in your life? You were made for a mission, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Ending That Doesn't End Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Mar 28, 2006

This is the sixth sermon in a Lenten Series on the Seven Last Words of Christ. I also have information on dramas that may be used as a introduction to this and all the other messages in this series.

The Ending That Doesn’t End --John 19:25-30 “Spanning the globe to bring you the constant variety of sport! The thrill of victory . . . and the agony of defeat! The human drama of athletic competition! This is ABC’s Wide World of Sports [--http://ask.yahoo.com/20060213.html]!” These are the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25-30

Denomination: Methodist

Responses To The Cross Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 23, 2003

Luke tells the story of the crucifixion from the viewpoint of the participants in the drama. As we see the death of Jesus from their perspective we become aware of the varied responses to the cross.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 65 “Responses To The Cross” Luke 23:26-43 In the last message (Sunday evening) we witnessed that Pilate had determined Jesus to be innocent. It was his desire to release Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-43

Denomination: Baptist

Prioritizing Loved Ones Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 21, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical perspective on prioritizing loved ones and why it's crucial to keep them at the forefront of our lives.

As humans, we often face problems and challenges that can be overwhelming and all-consuming. However, it's essential to remember that these problems should never take precedence over the people we love. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical perspective on prioritizing loved ones and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3, Galatians 6:2, Proverbs 11:14

The Gospel Demands Courage Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 16, 2021

We’re going to looking inside a first-century Roman courtroom. And as I love a good legal drama as much as anyone, I’m eager to tell the story

You’ve Got the Time is taking 28 minutes a day to listen to the New Testament on mp3. You’ll cover the entire New Testament in just forty days. 28 minutes a day for forty days – it’s just that simple. I’m preaching on selected Scriptures throughout the forty days as you listen. As with last week’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:1-27, Hebrews 11:24-26

Denomination: Baptist

By God's Grace

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 8, 2025

God’s grace meets us in our need, empowers us in our weakness, equips us for every good work, and carries us safely home.

True story: at home, the last piece of toast would sometimes spark all kinds of family drama. One morning, that lone slice sat between us on the table. My brother lunged for it, and my sister barked, “Pig!” He backed off; she took it. I watched how, in a second, possession became power. What if ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:8, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 John 1:9, Hebrews 4:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Hannah

Contributed by Dawn Duryea on Mar 4, 2024

The story of Hannah is not well known and today it is given as an alternative reading to the more familiar story of Samuel’s call. So, let us dive into this tale of Hannah.

Hannah is a young woman, married to Elkanah. But she is not his only wife, Elkanah has another wife called Peninnah. Hannah is his first wife, but she has not been blessed with children, we are told twice that the Lord had “closed her womb” (vs. 5, 6). In contrast to Hannah, Peninnah (whose ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 1:1-28

Denomination: United Methodist

The Parent Trap Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

Who of us has cornered the market for craziness in our family? It seems that broken families and dysfunctional families are everywhere. There’s hope for even crazy families because of Jesus Christ. Great things can come from broken families.

Who of us has cornered the market for craziness in our family? It seems that broken families and dysfunctional families are everywhere. There’s hope for even crazy families because of Jesus Christ. Great things can come from broken families. Jacob’s life stands above the rest of humanity like a ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 12:3-4, Genesis 25:19-34

Denomination: Baptist