Sermons on Five Thousand Fed:

Part 2 - They're A Strong Family Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 17, 2007

The Lord has his family; five words from the Ten Commandments describe the major characteristics of this family -- this one is STRONG

The Lord’s family is our focus this month as we take a look at five words that describe the character and function of a church. Last week’s word was loyalty, and we discovered that a loyal member of God’s family (God’s church family) is one who gives unguarded worship to only God; he has no other ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: United Methodist

What Do Hindus Believe Series

Contributed by Jesse Bennett on Feb 1, 2009

Hinduism is a religion that started in the Indian subcontinent thousands of years ago. There are over 750 million Hindus worldwide, even within the United States. Hinduism emphasizes man’s divinity.

Hinduism is a religion that started in the Indian subcontinent thousands of years ago. There are over 750 million Hindus worldwide, even within the United States. Hinduism emphasizes man’s divinity. There are no dogmas or strict codes. Like Buddhism, Hinduism is an ever growing and ever changing ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Is Scattered Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 27, 2017

Those who were scattered preached the Gospel everywhere they went. Hundreds of individual evangelists were giving the Gospel to thousands of souls, and the message became known over the whole area.

February 8, 2014 Commentary on the Acts of the Apostles By: Tom Lowe Lesson II.E.4: The Church is Scattered (8:1-3) Acts 8:1-3 (KJV) 1And Saul was consenting unto his death. And at that time there was a great persecution ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Intentional Discipleship

Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 15, 2016

Although we find it easy to be distracted by a thousand voices calling in our world, it is crucial that Christians be focused on serving Jesus in intentional ways. Mary of Bethany is a wonderful example of this!

Intentional Discipleship John 12:1-8 Introduction Although we find it easy to be distracted by a thousand voices calling in our world, it is crucial that Christians be focused on serving Jesus in intentional ways. This is a story of celebration and worship that takes place in the home of a ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Take Up The Challenge And Do The Will Of God Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 6, 2019

In this age, when Christians of all kinds are being ridiculed, harassed and threatened in many different ways, we need to look at the martyrs of the past two thousand years and take courage.

Tuesday of the 14th Week in Course 2019 Jacob ben Isaac was a cheat, a liar and a thief. You may recall from an earlier reading in Genesis that he lied, cheated and stole his older brother, Esau’s, first-born blessing. Then, wisely, he left town and took up with Laban, where he married two sisters ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:32-38, Genesis 32:23-31

Denomination: Catholic

Deborah - A Spiritual Mother

Contributed by Anitha Jabastion on Jul 12, 2020

If we do not rise as spiritual mothers, our churches and our nations would be spoiled. God has called each one of us to be a spiritual mother to thousands of spiritual children.

Judges 5:6, 7 - “In the days of Shamgar, son of Anath, in the days of Jael, the highways were deserted, and the travelers walked along the byways. Village life ceased, it ceased in Israel, until I, Deborah, arose, arose a mother in Israel. Here Deborah refers to herself as a spiritual mother of ...read more

Scripture: Judges 5:6-7

Storytellers Of The Lost Scroll

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Feb 10, 2019

"Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your presence" Five real stories of how it might be fulfilled in our presence

He unrolled the scroll and found the place where it was written: ‘The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to let the oppressed go free, to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-21

Denomination: Anglican

Why Do We Have Church? Series

Contributed by Dan Borchert on May 9, 2003

We go to church all the time. But why do we have it. What is the purpose. This sermon deals with that question and lays out five purpose of the church.

Mathew 22 37-40 and Mathew 28 18-20 Why Do We Have Church? I. Introduction A. Attention Graber 1. When I was in 7th grade we had to do what I thought was the most ridiculous project in I had ever done 2. We had to put together a leaf notebook explain the different kinds of leaves from different ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40, Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Examples Set By A Healthy Church

Contributed by Tony Miano on Dec 8, 2000

Our encouragement today should be that almost two thousand years ago another small church, planted in a community probably not too unlike our own, became a model for other new churches throughout the world.

Examples Set By a Healthy Church First Thessalonians 1:5-7 Preached by Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church October 8, 2000 Introduction: Last week we looked at three characteristics or building blocks essential to building a healthy church. We saw through the church in Thessalonica’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:5-7

Denomination: *other

Worship Series

Contributed by James Capps on Mar 11, 2003

Worship is the first of the five purposes of the church. Worship is the main thing the church has been called to.

Purpose of the Church: Worship Part 2 Matt. 22:34-40 & Matt. 28:18-20 Today we’re going to begin to look at the Five Purposes of the Church that Jesus outlines for us in primarily two verses…. 1. Luke 10:27 He answered: “ ‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:34-40, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Methodist

Doing Things God's Way Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Aug 6, 2002

The story of the return of the ark to Israel gives us five principles for doing Things God’s way.

A Study of the Life of Samuel Sermon # 5 “Doing Things God’s Way!” 1 Samuel 6:17 -7:17 You will remember in chapter four that the Philistines had captured the ark of the Covenant in battle and taken it to the capital city of Ashdod (5:1). ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Promises Fulfilled

Contributed by Mike Shreve on Jul 23, 2004

This sermon looks at: Five aspects of a Promise Fulfilled. Drawing us to trust in the All-Knowing God.

Joshua 21 Promises Fulfilled “The All-Knowing God” Introduction: Throughout scripture God has given man a multitude of promises: Promise of Love Promise of Forgiveness Promise of Salvation Promise of the Holy Spirit Promise of Everlasting Life Promise of Peace Promise of Joy Promise of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 21:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

How To Treat Those Who Are Negative/Critical Series

Contributed by Mark Magee on Aug 11, 2004

In this message, let’s look at five pro-active commitments that will help us be positive in a negative world.

A. One time after church, a father gripped to his son all the way home. He’d found fault with everything in the service. He criticized the preacher, the sermon, the music, and everything in general. The boy, who had noticed what his father put in the offering plate, said, “Well, Dad, what can ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:14-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Give God Your (His) Donkey"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Apr 12, 2006

God cannot steal. Here are five reasons why you need to give God your donkey!

Title: “Give God your (His) Donkey” Introduction: Why should I? Has God ever asked you for anything? The truth is God has asked you for everything. Everything that you have belongs to God already, so simply need to acknowlege that truth and let go! Let me share with you five reasons why you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Is Jesus Making A Difference In Your Life? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 5, 2006

Is JEsus making a difference in your life? We will look at five indicators of His influence in your life.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Today we are going to examine an important question. Is Jesus making a difference in your life? • The answer to this question is important because the answer to this question will tell you where you are at with Jesus and just how important He really is to you. • This ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ