Sermons on Image Restored:

Quinquagesima: O Say, Can You See?

Contributed by Dan Funk on Feb 27, 2015

On Quinquagesima, 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 teaches us about FAITH, HOPE, and LOVE, and why LOVE is the greatest of these. Luke 18:31-43 teaches us about SALVATION and RESTORATION of SIGHT. How are these truths connected? How do we apply them in our lives?

In the Epistle (1 Corinthians 13:1-13) selected for Quinquagesima Sunday, or as I call it, Sight Sunday, S. Paul gives us a teaching on FAITH, HOPE, and CHARITY (or, as some translate it, LOVE, meaning Christ-like love) – not only on what they mean, but also on how they relate to each other. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Luke 18:31-43

Denomination: Anglican

The Ass With 20/20 Vision

Contributed by Howard Flynn on May 17, 2001

To lose your vision is a tragedy, but to restore it is a blessing.

Come with me in your imagination to the battlefield of Saratoga in New York where in 1777 two battles of the Revolutionary War took place. You will notice on that battlefield an obelisk or pillar standing as a monument to what happened there. At the base are four deep niches for the bronze figures ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-3

Denomination: Adventist

Healing Touch Of Jesus

Contributed by Alexander John on Aug 18, 2005

jesus’ restoration to enemies and who abandoned Him

The healing touch of Jesus Mark 14:47, Luke 22.50.51 John 21.15ff This is the last miracle Jesus had performed .this is recorded in 4 gospels, only Luke records the healing, john says it was peter Malchus, peter and Jesus are the characters Scene; garden of Gethsemane Roman ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:47

Denomination: Pentecostal

"New Year – New Beginnings”

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jan 5, 2007

Restoring relationship with God and man through confession

“New Year – New Beginnings” January 7, 2007 "If you fully obey all of these commandments of the Lord your God, the laws I am declaring to you today, God will transform you into the greatest nation in the world. These are the blessings that will come upon you: Blessings in the city, Blessings in ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-9

Denomination: Holiness

Miracles Of Jesus: By The Bay Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 25, 2006

The miracle of forgiveness in the restoration of Peter in John 21

MIRACLES OF JESUS: BY THE BAY JOHN 1:1-19 INTRODUCTION Option 1… CSI Effect (www.sermoncentral.com illustration) A crime scene investigator from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department was dusting for fingerprints in a home that had been burglarized. The investigator was challenged by the ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Touched His Garment Series

Contributed by Myriam Salcedo-Gonzalez on Dec 2, 2006

The amazing grace of God transforms and restores us.

I TOUCHED HIS GARMENT 1. What does it means to touch his garment? 2. There is a story in the Bible told by Matthew 9, Mark 5, and Luke 8. It tells us about a woman who was very ill. It was a chronic illness; she had been bleeding for 12 years, 4380 days. Results of continuous bleeding: lack of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Adventist

Simon (Or Is It Peter?)

Contributed by Bramwell Hayes on May 11, 2009

The restoration of Peter, and what it means to follow Jesus.

“Simon, son of John”. Simon? That was his old name. That was the name that he was given by his parents, the name that he had gone by right up until the Lord had changed his name to ‘Peter’ – the Rock. He had certainly not lived up to this new name. That night he had let him down very badly. That ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-25

Denomination: Salvation Army

Revive Us Again

Contributed by Jerry A. Burns on May 18, 2007

A sermon on the refreshing/restoring of our service to the Lord.

Psalm 85:1-13 REVIVE US AGAIN Intro: Ill. • We know neither the author nor the background for this Psalm. • Most scholars believe that it was written just after Israel returned from captivity in Babylon. • Israel had been sent to Babylon for 70 years as punishment for their sins against the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Full Circle

Contributed by Tim Shepard on May 22, 2007

This ermon is about restoration to service of Jesus Christ.

Twenty-six miles. I stare at the trailhead sign and wonder if I really want to do this again. You see, I’ve been here before. I’ve climbed this mountain trail a number of times. I’m getting older. I might be getting wiser. But do I really need to climb a mountain trail? Do I need to ...read more

Scripture: John 21:3-21

Denomination: *other

Contrition

Contributed by Robert Cox on Mar 24, 2007

Our Lord promises to restore and heal us...

HOSEA 6:1 "Come, let us return to the LORD. He has torn us to pieces but he will heal us; he has injured us but he will bind up our wounds. 2 After two days he will revive us; on the third day he will restore us, that we may live in his presence. We are going to be looking at these passages in ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Living Death"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 8, 2011

A sermon about Jesus healing, restoring and saving.

Matthew 8:1-4 “The Living Death” By: Ken Sauer, PAstor Of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN www.eastridgeumc.com “Who’s in charge here?” The policeman suddenly appeared in the doorway, and everyone stood still. It had been an awesome party up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-4

Denomination: United Methodist

How Does God Respond To Repentance?

Contributed by Johnny Moore on Jul 16, 2011

God is active in restoring us to the joy of salvation.

I. God Shows Compassion (20) A. He sees us from afar (he recognized his son thru the rags and filth) B.He loves us no matter what (compassion or pity) C. He comes to us (son walked, father ran) D. He is willing to restores us (hugged and kissed his son) II. God Responds to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:20-24

Denomination: Baptist

Set Me On Fire

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Feb 4, 2012

Beleivers need to restore their passion for the Kingdom of God

February 5, 2012 Morning Worship Text: 2 Timothy 1:3-7; Revelation 2:1-7 Subject: Passion for God Title: Set Me on Fire I ask God questions. Do you do that? I mean, if you are curious or bothered do you ask God, “Why?” I want to know why people aren’t flocking to the church. I want to know why ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Handle Betrayal And Rejection In Marriage Series

Contributed by David Mcclain on Jul 22, 2018

Anger at betrayal can is resolved by restorative confrontation.

OPENING SENTENCE: The husband of a young woman at the church I pastored years ago had horrible spending habits. INTRODUCTION: He was a man who seldom worked and always had an excuse for why- none of them was very convincing. He was healthy, capable and jobs were available but none suited his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Mouth Of Exhortation; The Encouragement And Comfort Of Christ

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Oct 14, 2013

The gift of exhortation is not for execution but it is to be executed for encouragement and restoration.

The Mouth of Exhortation; The Encouragement and Comfort of Christ Romans 12:8 An article by Sherman Cox was sent to me this week from Sermon Central entitled: “Is the Bible the Seasoning or the Steak in Your Sermon?” I could answer that question with confidence because God’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:8

Denomination: Baptist