Sermons on Knew:

Not Far From The Kingdom

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Mar 31, 2014

What does it mean to be 'not far' from the Kingdom? These troubling words were told to the one who knew all the right words to say.

Not Far From the Kingdom Mark 12:28-34 • Can you imagine how describe felt when he heard Jesus say, “You are not far from the kingdom of God?” • This had been a busy day for Jesus. Since coming into the temple, He had been confronted by just about everybody in the building. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Baptist

Living In God's Will Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 24, 2015

The Apostle Paul knew the 1) Priority of (Romans 15:25–28) & 2) Prosperity of (Romans 15:29 ) Living in God's Will.

Open Doors International released its World Watch List earlier this month, ranking the top 50 most dangerous and difficult countries for Christians to live in. “We have seen the sharpest jump in violent attacks against Christians in the modern era,” says Curry, estimating that upwards ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:25-29

Denomination: Other

Fulfilling Our Ministry Call

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jun 4, 2024

Jesus knew that God’s plan for Him and His human parents was to grow in wisdom and grace, and to be obedient to them as He was to His heavenly Father.

Saturday of the 9th week in Course 2024 There are only a few precious stories in Scripture about the childhood of Christ, mostly like this one in Luke’s Gospel. We know that Joseph and his family were devout Jews, even going up annually to Jerusalem to celebrate Passover. It’s important to know how ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8, Luke 2:41-51

Denomination: Catholic

The Importance Of Missionary Work Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 6, 2024

Being a missionary is not glamorous, but it is the work that matters to God. These men were called to simply go and share what they knew, are we not called to do the same?

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 18 The Importance of Missionary Work Acts 12:19 – 13:12 Dismiss children for nursery (under 4) and children’s church (ages 4-7) Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- In 2023 we unpacked the beginning of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:19-25, Acts 13:1-12, Romans 10:12-13, John 15:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Voice Of Experience Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 25, 2021

John says we have personal contact with Christ. We knew Him through the avenue of our senses, and we bear witness of Him.

James Thurber tells the fable of the bear that use to go on a spree of drunkenness, and come home at night and break up the furniture, and frightening the children and drive his wife to tears. One day he reformed and decided to never drink again, and from then on he would come home and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-2

The Mind Of The Master Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

Jesus was self educated, and was an intellectual of His day. He knew His nations past history well through His study of the Old Testament.

A teacher began his Sunday School class by starting a discussion. He said he was reading in the Bible about a living dog and a dead lion, and he asked the class which they would rather be? There was a pause, and then Jack spoke up and said, "I'd rather be the living dog. It's better ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-52

Grace From Galatians (4-19)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 7, 2022

As children, our parents told us things that they felt were best for us, but we often thought we knew more than they did.

Isn’t it amazing how children, in the short time they have been here on earth, seem to think they are able to accumulate more knowledge than us old timers who have been around 60 or 70 years? But in all fairness, I have met some parents whose children were smarter than they were, and that does not ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

I Am A Servant Of God Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jun 13, 2017

We allowed a great enemy to slither into our lives and he knew he need only to get us to trust him with our identity.

“I am a Servant of God” Series: Identity: Becoming Who We Are June 11, 2017 – Brad Bailey Intro A recent report came out by the fastest growing crime in America which is…identity theft. A crime in which someone steals some combination of your credit card number…. Driver’s license number… Social ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:16, Romans 6:22, John 17:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All Things Written Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 22, 2024

The things that Jesus knew about himself and the thing he said and did can be traced back to what the OT prophets said about him.

ALL THINGS WRITTEN Text: Luke 18:31-34 Introduction 1. Illustration: Old Testament scholar Christopher Wright states in his book Knowing Jesus Through the Old Testament, "I find myself aware that in reading the Hebrew Scriptures, I am handling something that gives me a closer link with Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:31-34

Denomination: Methodist

Your Life Direction From The Lord

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jun 22, 2021

Peter thought he knew Jesus' direction. He did not. Do you know your life direction? Ask the LORD.

Peter thought that he knew what the LORD’s plan was for the restoration of Israel. When Yeshua said that he would die at the hands of the Hebraic leadership, Peter was compelled to say, “not going to happen.” How many people today believe that they know what the LORD’s plan is? Many Christians ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-33

Denomination: United Methodist

Dying On A Cross Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 16, 2025

Today we must give thanks for the gift of Jesus. His self-giving knew no limits and doesn’t stop giving even now.

Good Friday 2025 I’ve frequently thought that the best approach to a homily for Good Friday would be to stand and look at the biggest cross or crucifix and focus on the pain and torment Jesus underwent two thousand years ago. I’ll encourage you to do that sometime in the next couple of days before ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:13-15, Isaiah 53:1-12, Hebrews 4:14-16, Hebrews 5:7-9, John 19:1-42, John 18:1-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

You've Got The Power

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 2, 2003

Jesus knew that the apostles could not succeed unless they were continually filled with the Spirit’s divine grace, power and love for people who are struggling with their sins.

1. Many people are afraid of witnessing because they fear being rejected, criticized or misunderstood. However, Christ knew that every single individual needs a Spirit empowered testimony to be delivered from an eternity in hell, sin and misery. Without the strength of the Holy Spirit, the facts of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Does The Devil Know Your Name?

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 10, 2003

The devil knew exactly who the true believers were he had to watch out for. He still knows who the true believers are.

Does The Devil Know Your Name? July 13, 2003 Acts 19:11-16 Chester’s FBC, Chester, Illinois Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: [11] God did extraordinary miracles through Paul, [12] so that even handkerchiefs and aprons that had touched him were taken to the sick, and their illnesses ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

God - Our Help

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Aug 30, 2003

Pentecost 12: Life can be full of troubles. Elijah, the prophet, certainly knew this. He found deliverance and help in God. So can we!

These have been difficult weeks for some of the families at Christ Our Savior. There are those among us who have had to wrestle with death up close and personal. There are people who’ve had to face the death of someone very near and dear to them. There are people here who have had to face very ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:4-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Ready For Anything! Series

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jul 16, 2002

Are we ready for anything? Are we ready for whatever life may throw at us? These guys knew how to be ready for anything! And they wanted others to be ready aswell.

READY FOR ANYTHING! Acts 5:40-42 INTRODUCTION Some years ago Matthew, my 1st cousin, came to visit us in Toodyay. You see he had just bought a new to him 4WD and he wanted me to show him the ropes in off-road driving. He came with his mum and dad. We had a fantastic day! – one of those days where ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:40-42

Denomination: Baptist