Sermons on Furnace Of Fire:

Twenty-Fifth Sunday In Ordinary Time, C- Pink Slip; You're Fired!

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Aug 23, 2022

In Luke 16:8, the dishonest manger is called “Commended”, “Prudent,” which is to be “Clever,” “Resourceful.”

Pink slip in hand, which is a notice of dismissal, given to this employee, who was a top manager; now this manager has to figure out fast how to get significant benefits from the soon-to-be former clients before he or she is terminated. The words “You’re fired” packs more of a punch than “You ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Catholic

Refined In The Fire: Finding God's Purpose In Trials Job 23:10-11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 2, 2024

Job, a man of great suffering, provides us with a glimpse into the refining process that occurs amidst life's trials. Let us delve into Job 23:10-11 and discover how God works through our challenges to shape us according to His divine purpose.

Refined in the Fire: Finding God's Purpose in Trials Job 23:10-11 Introduction: Today's scripture from the book of Job offers profound insights into the nature of trials and tribulations in the life of a believer. Job, a man of great suffering, provides us with a glimpse into the refining ...read more

Scripture: Job 23:10-11, Psalm 139:1-4, Isaiah 55:8-9, James 1:2-4, 1 Peter 1:6-7, Psalm 37:3-5, Proverbs 3:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Sure Heritage

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Jun 21, 2003

On the eighteenth of July, A.D. 64, during the reign of that tyrannical emperor, Nero, the great fire of Rome took place in which three quarters of the city was consumed. It has been usually thought that Nero caused the fire and that while he watched from

A SURE HERITAGE SCRIPTURE: I Peter 1:1-5 INTRODUCTION On the eighteenth of July, A.D. 64, during the reign of that tyrannical emperor, Nero, the great fire of Rome took place in which three quarters of the city was consumed. It has been usually thought that Nero caused the fire and that while he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Blessings Of Hardships

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Aug 26, 2019

Jesus said he came to, "send fire on the earth." This sermon takes a unique approach on this idea and uses the fire metaphor as a purging of the things inside us that hinder us from becoming who we can be through God.

The Blessing of Hardships Since this Gospel reading is intense, I thought I’d begin by admitting something kind of funny about it. When I read it this week, I pictured Jesus at a Charlie Daniels concert singing, “Fire on the mountain run boys run.” It also made me wonder, “… how am I supposed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-56

Denomination: Episcopal

Sweep Around Your Own Front Door

Contributed by James Lee on Nov 10, 2014

Sometimes I feel more like a volunteer fire fighter than a pastor. We spend much of our time outing unnecessary fires created by gossip. Thank You Robert Mckenzie from "Good Shepherd Baptist Church" for the original messsag

We used to have an award that we gave out each month at the VW dealer, where I worked as shop foreman. It was called the “Crybaby” award and it was a baby’s pacifier mounted on a piece of wood. We gave it to the technician that griped and complained the most, each month. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Some Things Never Change

Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Feb 19, 2007

Exposition of Malachi 3

Some things never change. The politician who promises the most before the election delivers the least afterwards. The same people who complain the loudest never volunteer to take over. . Teenagers are always sure they know more than mom & dad, ‘til they get kids of their own. Your paycheck ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Commitment Leads To Contentment Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 20, 2023

This is a sermon on Pergamos - it is a sermon that deals with our call, our character and our commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ.

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17; Matthew 4:1-11 Title: Commitment leads to contentment Theme: Commitment INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! One of the greatest leaders of the past century was Sir Winston Churchill. Churchill served as the Prime Minister of the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17, Matthew 4:1-11, Romans 12:1-2, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Luke 9:23, Philippians 3:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

The Source Of Power Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 27, 2024

This teaching presents the true and living God revealed in the Holy Bible as the source of all power. David wrote: God hath spoken once; twice have I heard this; that power belongeth unto God. (Psalms 62:11) When God repeats something it is because it is very important.

SERIES: UNDERSTANDING POWER PRINCIPLES TITLE: THE SOURCE OF POWER - LESSON 1 OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this lesson you will be able to: • Identify the source of power. • List eight ways God reveals His power on earth. • Give a Scriptural reference which explains why God reveals His power on ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 62:11

He Will Make Your Paths Straight

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 31, 2001

The Bible teaches that prayer affects God & that prayer can affect circumstances.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. I want to read a passage of scripture that you have probably heard many times, but I’m afraid we have generally failed to focus on what it is saying. Listen as I read Proverbs 3:5-6, "Trust in the Lord ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6, Exodus 32:9-10, Ephesians 3:20-21, Jeremiah 18:7-8, Isaiah 55:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Wonder”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on May 31, 2002

July 28, 2002 -- TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 12 1 Kings 3:5-12 Psalm 119:129-136 When your word goes forth, it gives light and understanding. (Ps. 119:130) Romans 8:26-39 Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52 Color: Green Title: “Wonder”

July 28, 2002 -- TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST -- Proper 12 1 Kings 3:5-12 Psalm 119:129-136 When your word goes forth, it gives light and understanding. (Ps. 119:130) Romans 8:26-39 Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52 Color: Green Title: “Wonder” 31 He put before them another parable: "The kingdom of heaven ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-52

Denomination: Lutheran

For This Reason I Kneel...

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 1, 2020

There is really no need this morning to dwell upon the feelings of fear, anger, & division that have enveloped our nation during the last few months. What we must not forget is that we're not powerless. Our voices are heard in heaven!

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Ephesians 3:14-21: Daniel 4:35; Jeremiah 18:7-8 There is really no need this morning to dwell upon the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21, Daniel 4:35, Jeremiah 18:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Keep Your Cool When The Heat Is On Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 15, 2006

You may not be facing a literal fire like Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, but you may often find yourself facing inflammable experiences or relationships. Learn how to keep your cool when the heat is on.

INTRODUCTION One of the most dramatic, exciting stories in all the Bible was when Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were thrown into the fiery furnace. I remember hearing the joke about the preacher who for the life of him couldn’t ever remember the names of those Hebrew boys. So one Sunday when he ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

This Is The Day I Will

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Aug 25, 2013

God has made all of our days, whether good or bad, rainy or sun shiny. God didn't keep the 3 Hebrew children out of the fiery furnace, but He was in there with them; & so it is with us. He goes through life(good/bad) with us. This is the day I will...

Quotes: “It isn't the burdens of today that drive men mad. It is the regrets over yesterday and the fear of tomorrow... Regret and fear are twin thieves who rob us of today.” - Robert J. Hastings “Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and today, and forever.” - Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:19-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Battle-Axe Of God

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Feb 2, 2005

If you must become God’s battle-axe,passing through fire becomes non-negotiable.

Jeremiah 51:20-23 Thou art my battle axe and weapons of war: for with thee will I break in pieces the nations, and with thee will I destroy kingdoms; [21] And with thee will I break in pieces the horse and his rider; and with thee will I break in pieces the chariot and his rider; [22] With ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 51:20-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sins Of Nadab And Abihu

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on Sep 17, 2004

An analysis of the sin of Nadab and Abihu in offering strange fire and hwo we can fall into the same sin.

Leviticus 16:1-4 Introduction Two young men, Nadab and Abihu, come to worship God and end up dead. What a strange thing to read in a Sunday afternoon meeting! We don’t often read from the book of Leviticus in the Christian Church, it seems so irrelevant to our daily lives as 21st century ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 10:1-3, Leviticus 10:1-10

Denomination: Salvation Army