Sermons on Jesus As Big Brother:

Unshakable Courage, Unstoppable God

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jan 10, 2025

We serve a God who is not only big but powerful, and responsive to our prayers.

Scripture Focus: Acts 4:29-31 Introduction • Open with the story of the early church facing persecution (Acts 4). o The Threat: Peter and John had just been released after being arrested for healing the lame man and proclaiming Jesus. o The religious leaders commanded them not to speak in Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:29-31, Acts 4:18-20, Proverbs 16:9, Acts 4:4, Acts 5:14, Isaiah 41:10, Ephesians 3:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Fly The Kite Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Small beginnings can lead to great things. If we do little things well, God will do big things through us. We should not underestimate the power of small beginnings and the impact they can have.

Ever tried flying a kite? It's not as easy as it looks, right? You've got to get the angle just right, run at the right speed, and let out just enough string. But once it's up there, soaring in the sky, it's pretty awesome. Back in 1847, a guy named Charles Ellet Jr. had to build a bridge across a ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6-10

Topics: Impact, Small Beginnings, Big Changes, Growth

Small People, Big Prayers - Praying With Excellence Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on Mar 18, 2013

As a circle maker, it’s important that we are praying BIG prayers, because we serve a BIG God! Based on Mark Batterson's book - The Circle Maker

TEXT: Numbers 11 TITLE: Praying with Excellence - small people…BIG PRAYERS! SERIES: Being the Church with Excellence TOPIC: Prayer OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, March 10, 2013 PROP.: As a circle maker, it’s important that we are praying BIG prayers, because we serve a BIG ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Honey, We've Got Problems

Contributed by Katherine Gilstrap on May 17, 2023

It is not easy being a leader because there are so many pressures from so many directions. WISDOM COMES FROM NOBODY BUT GOD

When two women came to him claiming to be the mother of one living baby, he was able to discern the truth. The woman whose baby was alive was willing to sacrifice all so that her baby would live while the woman whose baby had died didn’t care whether the remaining baby lived or not. If we look at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:16-28

Denomination: Other

Uno Series

Contributed by Humberto Hilario on Jul 26, 2014

Jesús intercede por la iglesia para que sean uno en mente, cuerpo y accion.

Uno Juan 17 20 Mas no ruego solamente por éstos, sino también por los que han de creer en mí por la palabra de ellos, 21 para que todos sean uno; como tú, oh Padre, en mí, y yo en ti, que también ellos sean uno en nosotros; para que el mundo crea que tú me enviaste. 22 La ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Peace And Prosperity Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jun 8, 2024

The peace and prosperity are the blessings of the followers of Christ. Peace and prosperity are properties of a person who does and performs certain spiritual activities.

Text: Psalm 122 Theme: “Peace & Prosperity within your Homes”   Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever!   Introduction: Psalm 122 is one of fifteen psalms extending from Psalms 120-134, each of which is labelled “A Song of Ascents.” These pilgrimage songs sung by ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Encontrando Nuestro Camino A Casa Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Mar 24, 2025

Hay más de un hijo perdido en esta historia.

Título: Encontrando nuestro camino a casa Introducción: Hay más de un hijo perdido en esta historia. Escrituras: Josué 5:9, Josué 5:10-12, 2 Corintios 5:17-21, Lucas 15:1-3, Lucas 15:11-32. Reflexión Queridos hermanos y hermanas: Hay una escena que no puedo ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:9, Joshua 5:10-12, 2 Corinthians 5:17-21, Luke 15:1-3, Luke 15:11-32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Jesus Speaks On Relationships Series

Contributed by Rev. Bruce A. Shields on Aug 23, 2008

Part 6:Sermon on the Mount Series - Jesus speaks about relationships, and who we are to love...God with all our heart, mind, body and soul...our neighbor (unsaved) as our selves, and our brother (saved)...for anyone who says he loves God but hates his bro

The Great Commission Part 6 – Sermon on the Mount – Christian Relationships Pastor Bruce A. Shields House of Faith – www.PS127.org WELCOME INTRODUCTION TO SERMON † The Sermon on the Mount – The Beatitudes † We are the Salt, staying pure with God’s Holy Word † We are the Light, showing that Word ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Bible Church

Ezra Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 9, 2022

Jewish tradition has long attributed authorship of this historical book to the scribe and scholar Ezra, who led the second group of Jews returning from Babylon to Jerusalem (Ezra 7:11–26).

Ezra Ezra was a Jewish scribe and priest. In the Book of Ezra, he is called "Ezra the Scribe" (sofer) and "Ezra the Priest" (kohen) and was a Jewish lawyer and teacher who was very wealthy. Ezra was an individual with his own ideas on many issues; he strongly disagreed with ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 10:17-44

Denomination: Baptist

He Ain't Heavy...he's My Brother

Contributed by Stephen Becker on Oct 13, 2007

A look at fellowship among Christians, especially in light of Paul’s discussions of Christians’ role within the church to God, to each other and to those who have not yet come to Christ.

“He Ain’t Heavy…He’s My Brother” Galatians 5:14, 6:1-10, 14-18 Stephen Becker, M.Div. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Sixth Sunday After Pentecost, July 8, 2007 One of the songs that the 1960’s is best known for is a song by The Hollies known as “He Ain’t Heavy…He’s my Brother.” Back in the 60’s, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Those Who Know God Must Love Their Brother Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Mar 22, 2001

Those who know God must exhibit brotherly love.

I. Declaration of the Commandment (verses 7-8a) Old Testament – 10 Commandments Last 6 deal with social relationships (a true expression of heart attitudes – LOVE) New Testament – John 13:34-35 Jesus said 3X John 15:12-13; 17 John said 6X 1 Thessalonians 4:9 Romans ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Why Christians Should Support Our Jewish Brothers” Series

Contributed by Wayne Golliday on Mar 30, 2025

Church, today we’re going to talk about something close to God’s heart — the Jewish people. As Christians, we often forget that our Savior, our Scriptures, and our spiritual roots are all deeply Jewish. This isn’t just history — it’s our present calling.

Sermon Title: “Why Christians Should Support Our Jewish Brothers” Text: Romans 11:17-18, Genesis 12:3, John 4:22, Psalm 122:6 Time: Approximately 60 minutes Theme: Christians are spiritually connected to the Jewish people and are biblically called to bless, support, and stand with them. Purpose: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:17-18, Genesis 12:3, John 4:22

Loving Your Brother Enough To Tell Him The Truth PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Emphasize the importance of speaking the truth in love, treating others with respect, and maintaining honesty and integrity as essential Christian values.

Good morning, Church family! Today, we're gonna delve into a profound passage from Zechariah 8:14-17 that speaks on some essential values we, as Christians, ought to uphold. It's about the importance of speaking the truth, the power of loving your brother, and the benefits of honesty and integrity. ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 8:14-17

Topics: Truth, Zechariah

How To Be More Encouraging To Our Brothers And Sisters In Christ Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 24, 2023

Romans 14 is a key passage on potential disagreements with fellow believers. What does this passage teach us about being more encouraging in our church families?

DANGER SIGNS: 1. AM I TRIPPING UP MY BROTHER OR SISTER IN CHRIST? - Romans 14:13b, 15b. - In church arguments and fights, so often our focus is on showing everyone how right we are. - Here, though, in v. 13b, we are instructed not to put a stumbling block in front of a brother or sister. - Let ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, Our Atoning Sacrifice

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 10, 2018

This message asks: "What's the big deal about sin? Why does God care about what comes naturally to us?" And this message looks at the hope and joy we have because we trust that Jesus is our atoning sacrifice.

June 10/18 Sermon - 1 John 2:1-2 Today is the third in a series where we are looking at the book of first John. Pastor Bill Ryan did an excellent introduction to the book 2 weeks ago, and Pastor Arleen spoke on the balance of chapter 1 last week. If you missed those messages, and you want to ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational