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"In A Manner Of Speaking": 'the Rich Man And Lazarus' [part Four]

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Oct 1, 2016

this is the only parable in which a person’s name is mentioned which some bible scholars believe was not an imaginary tale, but a true story!

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, March 7, 2010 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter In a Manner of Speaking: The Parable of “The Rich Man and Lazarus” Luke 16:19-31 Of Jesus’ forty-four parables, four of which are repetitious, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"In A Manner Of Speaking": 'the Rich Man And Lazarus' [part Four]

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Oct 1, 2016

this is the only parable in which a person’s name is mentioned which some bible scholars believe was not an imaginary tale, but a true story!

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, March 7, 2010 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter In a Manner of Speaking: The Parable of “The Rich Man and Lazarus” Luke 16:19-31 Of Jesus’ forty-four parables, four of which are repetitious, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Resurrection Relationships

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Nov 6, 2016

Will there be marriage in heaven? Jesus suggests there will be something better. Scripture points us to a bodily resurrection, with believers bound in intimate relationships to God and each other. Death has lost its sting! We will live forever with God!

Luke 20:27-38 Resurrection Relationships Today’s scripture might hit some of you kind of hard. “What do you mean I won’t be married in heaven? I’ve been looking forward to seeing my spouse again. That’s all that keeps me going!” Or, “What does it mean to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:27-38

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Keys: Joel Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Aug 14, 2023

We will all be judged but we all will not be condemned. Judgment brings renewal, re-creation and restoration of the world and everything within it. It’s a reset.

So maybe you’ve heard it said, ‘read your bible’ so you tried and failed. Our hope as leaders is that all of us will pick up God’s word and come to understand the true nature of God. After all, the bible is God’s Word curated over centuries detailing His nature, His will, the meaning of life and ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44, Luke 11:11-17, Luke 8:49-56, Joel 2:13, Joel 2:19, Joel 2:25-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nada Se Pierde Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 10, 2023

El Quinto Domingo de Cuaresma

nada se pierde Sagrada Escritura Ezequiel 37:12-14, Romanos 8:8-11, Juan 11:1-45. Reflexión Queridos hermanos y hermanas, De todos los milagros que hizo Jesús, la resurrección de Lázaro figura como el más asombroso para la gente de su tiempo. Según la creencia ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:12-14, Romans 8:8-11, John 11:1-45

Denomination: Other

Comparing The Butterfly To The Resurrection: Life And Death Examined

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 10, 2023

We declare in faith, "He is Risen." Jesus is alive. Right now. He rose from the dead two thousand years ago. And his disciples were shocked to see him alive. Yet he had promised he would rise again.

“Cancer had reduced six-year-old Christian to skin and bones. It was during his final days that nature bestowed its annual miracle. Millions of yellow butterflies invade northeast Oklahoma with a gentle firestorm of color and dance, covering the landscape and bringing unbridled joy after the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:52, 1 Corinthians 15:42-44

Denomination: Salvation Army

Being A Prisoner Of The Gospel - Philippians, Part 2 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 7, 2022

So many today are living for themselves and for their honor and glory. Paul teaches, “For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain". We need to understand that life is never about us, but about Jesus!

“Being a prisoner of the Gospel” Philippians Sermon Series, Part 2 Philippians 1:12-26 Introduction - Reminder about our level-set from last week: 1. Christians must reflect the joy of Christ in everything we do 2. This means you and I are to make the Gospel personal, because it is! ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-26, Romans 8:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There's More In The Barrel

Contributed by Luther Sexton on May 2, 2022

How God can supply people's needs in the most difficult times. Elijah stays with the widow of Zarephath.

THERE’S MORE IN THE BARREL Scripture Reading: I Kings 17: 8 - 16 Theme Scripture: I Kings 17:16 “And the barrel of meal wasted not, neither did the cruse of oil fail, according to the word of the LORD, which he spake by Elijah.” I. JUDGMENT IN THE FORM OF A DROUGHT A. The Cause of The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16, 1 Kings 16:29, 1 Kings 17:1, Psalm 9:17, Matthew 5:45  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

"What Happens When The Cheering Stops?”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 7, 2022

Palm Sunday ....with an opening quote by Corrie ten Boom....then a walk through the days of Holy Week...the rest of the story.

In Jesus Holy Name April 10, 2022 Text: Matthew 21:1-3,10 Palm Sunday Redeemer “What Happens When The Cheering Stops?” Corrie Ten Boom was a famous Christian whose testimony of suffering in Nazi concentration camps and God’s grace ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-10, Luke 19:29-38

Denomination: Lutheran

"Last At The Cross, First At The Tomb”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 12, 2022

Easter is not about us. Easter is not about our new Easter clothes. Easter is about hope. Easter is knowing that death on this earth is not the end of life. Your soul, your spirit, was created by God to live forever. Includes a quote from Mel Gibson's Pasion of the Christ.

In Jesus Holy Name April 17,2022 Text: Matthew 27:66-28:1-3,5 Redeemer “Last at the Cross, First at the Tomb” Easter is a wonderful celebration. I’m so glad you are here this morning to enjoy the experience of Easter worship. The spring flowers bloom in the sunshine. There is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-3, Matthew 27:66

Denomination: Lutheran

Even Now

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 8, 2025

This sermon explores the story of Lazarus as a picture of God’s timing, power, and resurrection hope. We are called to hold on when God disappoints, to look beyond what we can see, and to open the door to His transforming power.

Introduction You know that feeling when the repair guy says, 'We’ll be there between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.'? So you cancel your plans, sit at home all day, peek out the window every time a truck drives by… and then 4:59 p.m. rolls around and still nobody’s shown. You start thinking: Where is ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Grace For The Graceless Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 23, 2025

God’s free grace in Christ saves and transforms sinners, replacing fear and striving with joy, gratitude, and Spirit-empowered obedience today and forever.

Introduction – A Gospel that Begins at the Bottom “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” (Matthew 5:3) What a breathtaking way to open the greatest sermon ever preached. Jesus does not begin the ladder from earth to heaven with “Blessed are the pure in heart.” If ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3, John 3:16-17, Romans 11:6, John 5:24, 1 John 4:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

When God Whispers Through Broken Things

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Sep 30, 2025

God whispers through broken things, through cracks in our hearts where hurt and hope meet.

Title: When God Whispers Through Broken Things Intro: God whispers through broken things, through cracks in our hearts where hurt and hope meet. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7 Reflection Dear Friends, One of my friends, David, shared yesterday that he stood in his garage last Tuesday, sorting ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7

Denomination: Other

Beside Still Waters Series

Contributed by Kevin Broyhill on Oct 2, 2024

We live in a world that constantly craves more. The truth is, peace and satisfaction can’t be found in worldly pursuits, but Psalm 23 reminds us that the Lord is our Shepherd, and in Him, we find the rest, peace, and satisfaction our souls long for.

Beside Still Waters Psalm 23:2b Introduction: Illust: Article – “Baby Boomers – Then and Now Then: Getting out to a new, hip joint. Now: Getting a new hip joint. Then: Acid Rock Now: Acid Reflux Then: Being called into the principle’s office. Now: Storming into the principle’s office. Then: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:2

Denomination: Baptist

Alive In Christ Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jul 29, 2024

Based on Colossians 2:6-15 - Shows hearers the evidence of being alive in Christ.

“ALIVE IN CHRIST” Colossians 2:6-15 FBCF – 7/28/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – What does it mean to be a Christian? Being a Christian is more than just praying a prayer at some point in your life. It’s more than a one-time decision. It’s more than filling out a card at the end of a church service. The ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-15

Denomination: Baptist