Sermons on Jewish Feasts:

Lord Of The Sabbath Series

Contributed by Christopher Howitz on Oct 30, 2017

What are we to do with the Old Testament?

“The time has come,” Jesus said, “The kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe the good news!” (1:15) That was Jesus’ great announcement that is at the start of Mark’s gospel, at the beginning of Jesus’ ministry in Galilee. And with that great announcement, the battle-lines were drawn, not ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Water's Fine Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 27, 2015

Baptism symbolizes many things. One of the symbols is the preparation the bride (church) makes in anticipation of the great wedding to the Groom (Jesus).

1. Hilton Hotels Romance is the motivating power that will produce the new heaven and the new earth, and it is the power behind much of what has been created in this earth. The spectacular international Hilton Hotel chain is a good example. It was not just the love of money and power that moved ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Plan For A New Year's Celebration

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Dec 28, 2013

The Jewish Passover was instituted on the night Israel was released from Egyptian bondage. God had decreed that to be the Jewish New Year. As Christians we can learn from what God had given to the Jewish People for our own New Year celebrations.

God’s Plan For a New Year’s Celebration Audio Link to this sermon as preached Lord's Cove Church Of Christ December 29, 2013 http://chirb.it/1r9KB6 Exodus 12:1-14 INTRODUCTION: 1.) After a few weeks of storms, and church being cancelled, it is certainly a blessing to be able to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Parable Of The Wedding Banquet

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 26, 2015

The Parable of the Wedding Banquet - PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: The Wedding (vs 2&4) The First Invited Guests (vs 3&4) The Other Invited Guests (vs 8-10) The Gate Crasher (vs 11-14) SERMON BODY Ill: Can you guess the couples from their wedding photos quiz • Andy Murray & Kim Sears • Elvis Presley & Priscilla Ann ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Brethren

Pentecost, It Was Kick Off Day For The Church.

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Oct 28, 2009

An understanding of the history of Pentecost. Also a bit on living a Spirit filled life

When I think of the word, Pentecost I think of an Island that was discovered on that day in 1768 that is now one of the Islands of Vanuatu that I have flown over and that is the home of the original bungy jump, I also think of those churches where people wave their hands around, sing in the Spirit ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-11

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Marriage Supper Of The Lamb: The Celebration Of Christ's Return Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 1, 2023

We come now to the greatest celebration heaven and earth will ever see. It is the Marriage Supper of the Lamb. Without these final judgements, there is no final victory or celebration.

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org You will remember that we concluded 13 chapters of Revelation talking about the judgment of God being poured out on an unbelieving earth being led by the Antichrist. It was arduous at times to pour through the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:7-10

Denomination: Brethren

Love And Hate Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 6, 2023

In Mark 14, Mark places the themes of love and hate alongside each other to create a sharp contrast. The hatred of the Jewish leaders, is followed by Mary’s loving act, which is followed by Judas’ betrayal. These stories challenge us to examine our feelings and actions toward Jesus.

Introduction A. I heard the true story of a woman who took a number of children to see a movie. 1. Before going into the seating area, they stopped at the concession stand and the woman offered to buy popcorn for the children to share. 2. One of the children objected declaring, “I hate ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Shepherd's Claims Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 2, 2024

Jesus still is trying to solidify His claims of who He is.

As we move along in our study of the Gospel of John we will pick up in verse 17. READ 17-18. This is the final proof that Jesus is the Good Shepherd and that is in His sacrificial death and resurrection. A shepherd’s greatest sacrifice was to give his life for his sheep. A shepherd who died for ...read more

Scripture: John 10:17-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Of Atonement - Yom Kippur Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Apr 1, 2022

Looking at the 6th of the 7 Feasts of Israel and seeing where Jesus fits into this feast.

Yom Kippur / Day of Atonement Leviticus 23 April 3, 2022 Today we’re looking at the 6th of the 7 feasts of Israel. This is the most holy and solemn day on the Jewish calendar. It is the day of atonement. It’s God’s decision day. Will you or won’t you be inscribed and then sealed into the book ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Remember God's Goodness Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 3, 2019

The Feast of Purim was instituted to remember God's deliverance of His people, for the generation that was saved, as well as for the generations to come.

We have come a long way through the book of Esther. • Against all odds, and through a set of amazing and miraculous twists, Esther and Mordecai achieved the mission – the mission of God, actually - to save their people from certain annihilation. • It was successful because God has a hand in it. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:21-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Passover Celebration Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 23, 2003

This is the 7th sermon in the series "David’s Lamp".

Series: David’s Lamp (Kings Of Judah) #7 PASSOVER CELEBRATION 2 Chronicles 29:1-31:1 Introduction: 2 Chronicles 29:1-11; 30:1-31:1 Passover: Tradition Not Always Followed 1. Passover was 1 day and began on Nisan 14. Nisan became the first month on the Jewish calendar at the time of the first ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

First Sunday Of Christmas & Feast Of St John

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Dec 23, 2020

How St John can inspire us to share the good news of Christ

In the name of the Living God, Father, son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Today as we gather for the first Sunday after Christmas, we also take the time to celebrate St. John the apostle and evangelist. But before we talk about John, we should begin by breaking the stigma of what evangelist means, ...read more

Scripture: John 21:19-25

Denomination: Anglican

The Divine Banquet: Embracing Salvation's Feast Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 12, 2024

We gather today to honour and celebrate the goodness of our Almighty God.

COMMUNION SERVICE The Divine Banquet: Embracing Salvation's Feast We gather today to honour and celebrate the goodness of our Almighty God, as proclaimed in Isaiah 25:1: "O Lord, I will honour and praise your name, for you are my God. You do such wonderful things! You planned them long ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 25:1, Proverbs 19:21, Isaiah 25:9, Psalm 37:39-40, Isaiah 25:6-8, Revelation 19:9, Hebrews 7:25, John 3:16, Romans 8:34, Hebrews 4:16, Luke 22:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Are The Saints? (Feast Of All Saints - Year B)

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Oct 27, 2021

A look at our understanding of what the Feast of All Saints is about and how it can inspire us in our Christian walk. (Based on a sermon I wrote many years ago)

In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen. When our culture transforms a "holy day" into a "secular holiday," it almost always manages to focus on the wrong side of the equation. Let me explain what I mean. The number of shopping days left till Christmas ...read more

Scripture: John 11:32-44

Denomination: Anglican

Come Near To God Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Jul 2, 2020

The lion feasts on the good things we neglect. Neglect our marriage and the lion will feast on it. Neglect our children and the lion will feast on them. Neglect our finances and the lion will feast on it.

James 4 – Walk This Way Come Near to God July 12, 2020 James 4:7-10 NIV Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. 8 Come near to God and he will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded. 9 Grieve, mourn and wail. ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-10, 1 Peter 5:8-9, Psalm 89:1-2, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational