Sermons on Feeding The 5000:

Take A Step Of Faith

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 11, 2020

We are called to take steps of faith out of an obedience to a command of God, not out of our own presumption. We just might be called to walk on the water.

Take A Step In Faith10/11/2020 Daniel 1:6-21 Matthew 14:16-27 Sujo John I Am Second We are in the second message of our series, New Season, New Start, New Mindset. Last week, Pastor Toby encouraged us to Dream Again. We often times are forced to Dream Again when something happens in our ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:6-21, Matthew 14:16-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Strengthen What Remains

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Oct 29, 2022

Jesus calls us to live the life we have now. Too often, we are so busy lamenting the past or reaching for the future that we miss what He wants us to do presently.

Strengthening What Remains I. OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Resilience is the ability and the process of overcoming life-challenging and threatening experiences and events. Bouncing back does not happen overnight. The ability to live with what is left after trauma is something that not everyone possesses ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Set In Order

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 3, 2007

So the Shepherd – he’s to lead and feed, he’s to choose and cultivate, and he’s to watch and warn.

1. It must have been something special to serve alongside of Paul the Apostle, to be with him in the ministry! a. Paul was definitely a go-getter. b. Calling him a ball of fire would probably be very accurate. c. He was a man passionately in love with Jesus Christ. d. Willing to do anything. ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Food For The Journey

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 1, 2014

When we 'feed' on the means of grace we are not only spiritually, but also physically, fortified for the journey.

FOOD FOR THE JOURNEY. 1 Kings 19:4-8. The vengeful Queen Jezebel had the power and the authority to have the prophet Elijah executed, and let him know so (1 Kings 19:1-2). Hearing this, Elijah fled (1 Kings 19:3). There are times when flight is not so much cowardice as wisdom - and it is in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:4-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Think The Truth

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 3, 2014

Life change is a work of God. Guard what your mind feeds on. Think God's truth daily.

I want to give you this advice today – watch your mental diet. Romans 12:1-2 1 Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God's mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God-this is your spiritual act of worship. 2 Do not conform any longer to the pattern of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gratitude PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

Explores the power of gratitude and God's ability to multiply our offerings, using the miracle of feeding the five thousand as an example.

Good morning, dear friends. It's a wonderful day to gather together, isn't it? To be here in this sanctuary, surrounded by familiar faces, warmed by shared smiles. What a blessing it is to be in fellowship with one another. We are here today to take comfort in the Word of God, to find hope and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:13-21

Topics: Giving Thanks

Working With A Limited Amount PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 24, 2024

This sermon explores the power of prayer, trust in God's provision, and His mighty deliverance, as demonstrated in the feeding of the five thousand.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sanctuary of faith, hope, and love. This is a place where we gather to share, to learn, and to be inspired by the Word of God. It is a joy to see each one of you here today, eager to receive the divine wisdom that the Lord has for us. Today, we turn our hearts and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:15-18

Topics: Power, Prayer

I Am The Resurrection And The Life Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Apr 12, 2006

Fifth Sermon in the "I am" series. Jesus says He is the resurrection and the life. From John 11 we learn these things about Christ: 1. His response to us is Purposeful (vs.1-16) 2. His connection to us is Personal (vs.17-37) 3. His effect on us is Pow

I AM series #5 Castle Hills Christian Ch. 07-18-04 I AM the Resurrection and the Life John 11 Scripture Reading: John 11:17-27 INTRODUCTION: Chapter 11 is pivotal in John’s gospel. It contains the final action on Jesus’ part to set the stage for his arrest and crucifixion. It begins when ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Am The Light Of The World Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

The Light of the World shines in moral darkness, religious darkness, and physical darkness.

I AM series #2 I AM the Light of the World John 8:12; 9:5 INTRODUCTION: This summer we’re looking at the I AM statements of Jesus. All 8 of these statements are recorded in the Gospel of John. Last week we saw that right after feeding the 5,000 Jesus told the crowds I AM the Bread of Life. ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The State Of The Church

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 27, 2004

Part 1 of an annual series on the condition of the local church and direction for the New Year.

 A new year gives us the opportunity look back and reflect upon what has happened. We also can look forward to the New Year with anticipation of what lies before us; goals and resolutions are made. I’ve heard it said that most of our New Years resolutions are broken before January 14th; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Something You Can Count On

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 22, 2002

There is much that you cannot count on in this world. But God’s Word is one thing that will always stand the test of time.

Jan. 2, 2000 Hebrews 4:12-13 “Something you can count on” INTRODUCTION Friday morning and afternoon, I watched a little bit of ABC’s news coverage of the coming of the new millenium. Due to the fact that there are 24 different time zones on the earth, the clock struck 12 o’clock at 24 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Why Did Judas Do It?

Contributed by Norm Story on Apr 6, 2001

He did it for the money; we too are vulnerable to greedy love of money

"Why Did Judas Do It?" Matthew 26:6-16 John 12:4-6 Mathew 26:47-50; 27:3-5 For a prosecutor to win a conviction in court,they must offer a reasonable motive for doing the crime. A jury will want to know why someone did the particular deed. In life, we expect some rational explanation for ...read more

Scripture: John 12:4-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Joy Of Walking By Faith Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 7, 2005

IT takes a lot to walk by faith. The rewards are worth it!

INTRODUCTION „X SLIDE 1 „X Walking by faith. That sounds so good doesn¡¦t it. „X I think all Christians want to walk by faith. We want to walk the path God wants us to walk, we want to trust in Him to provide for and protect us. HOW MANY OF US HERE TODAY WANT TO WALK BY FAITH? „X Great, then ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Empowered Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Mar 10, 2008

We are in the easter season and this is an awesome time for us to share our story of how God brought us out of a sin filled life and into a life filled with hope for life now and hope for what is to come.

Spring Life Part 1- This series theme is being preached all over the country by Wesleyan pastor’s for the 2008 Easter season. The outline of each message is inspired from the denomination but the content is original to Pastor Ryan Akers. Be Empowered Pastor Ryan Akers Easter Season! What an ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Importance Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Sep 9, 2010

Prayer is one of God’s greatest gifts to his people yet it is often reduced to blessings at meals and praying for our health and the health of our family and friends. Someone has said, “Many people pray as if God were a big aspirin pill; they come only wh

Play Video “I Prayer from Blue Fish” How is your prayer Life? How often do you pray? Why do you pray? Questions like these force us to examine our prayer life. If you are like most people you wish you could be better at communicating with God. Prayer is one of God’s greatest ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ