Sermons on Leaven Bread:

Special Ops

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 9, 2018

A study in the book of Leviticus 21: 1 – 24

Leviticus 21: 1 – 24 Special Ops 21 And the LORD said to Moses, “Speak to the priests, the sons of Aaron, and say to them: ‘None shall defile himself for the dead among his people, 2 except for his relatives who are nearest to him: his mother, his father, his son, his daughter, and his brother; 3 ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Power Disguised In Weakness And Brokenness

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 8, 2019

God makes use of good and bad times to mold and shape the Christian so that they can have an intimate relationship with Him.

Throughout my marriage, I continually struggled with the many constraints imposed upon me because of my wife’s health and multiple medical issues that required constant care and the time needed for meeting those needs. I made a legion of attempts to find a job that would provide the income ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:9, John 14:21, Psalm 51:17, Isaiah 57:15, Joel 2:12, Ezekiel 36:25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The False Prophet At Bethel Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Feb 14, 2025

Just because one claims to be an old prophet doesn't mean he's a true prophet. This message recounts what happened to a true prophet who listened to an old but false prophet. The true prophet paid dearly.

Introduction: Bethel was the scene of some good encounters between people and the LORD. Sadly it was also a place where Jeroboam established a false religion, centering on the worship of a golden calf. The background for this message comes from 1 Kings 12-13 Full disclosure: Sermon Central has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 13:1-34

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Written

Contributed by Hipolito Lorenzo on Dec 26, 2000

God?s word is the proper tool/weapon to win over temptation.

Matt 4:1-11 1 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil. 2 After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. 3 The tempter came to him and said, "If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread." 4 Jesus answered, "It is written: ?Man does not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11, Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Widow With Nothing But Empty Vessels

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 18, 2009

This message is intended to encourage the body of christ in these trying times.

Introduction: God wants to fill your emptiness with the oil of His Holy Presence. The Widow in our text, was empty. She was without a husband. She was broke and broken. Her finances had vanished. She had no bread and no bread winner. She had no employement or opportunity to be employed. However; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Witnesses

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Apr 14, 2021

THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER

You are witnesses (THIRD SUNDAY OF EASTER) Scripture: Luke 24: 35-48. Reflection My dear sisters and brothers, Now, let us listen to the Gospel reading according to Saint Luke (Luke 24:35-48) for our reflection: The two disciples recounted what had taken place on the way, and how ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:35-48

Denomination: Other

The Church's One Foundation

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 6, 2015

The Church's One Foundation

Psalm 127 The Church's One Foundation 1. A Divinely Founded Home No Working in Vain 1 Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: Mt 16:18 And I say also unto thee, That thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-5

Denomination: Holiness

Peter's Confession Series

Contributed by Michael Monica on Jan 1, 2023

Peter's Confession

Matthew 16:21-23 [Context] 1. Peter had just confessed Jesus as the Messiah (the Christ) and it is here where he receives a new name (from Simon to Peter). Simon meant sifted or swayed, Peter means Petros / rock. 2. It is only after Jesus’ identity is firmly established with the disciples that ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Passover Series

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Apr 2, 2019

Passover was established by God, commemorating the exodus of the Jews from slavery in Egypt. It is also significant in the redemptive work of Jesus Christ, liberating mankind from the bondage and oppressions of sin and evil.

THEME: IT IS FINISHED TOPIC: THE PASSOVER MAIN TEXT: EXODUS 12:7-13, LUKE 22:1,8-22 INTRODUCTION Passover was established by God, when God rescued His people from Egyptian slavery. It commemorates the exodus of the Jews from slavery in Egypt. The day that the spirit of death would passover ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:7-13, Luke 22:1, Luke 22:8-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Glow In The Dark: Keep The Light Burning (Part 4) Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Jul 30, 2024

The Lord keeps our light burning.

Following Jesus is a marathon, not a sprint. Parable of the sower: Rocky ground, Thorny ground. Too many Christians give up. "It's just too hard." Why? They truly do not trust God. Their own power fails. You, Lord, keep my lamp burning; my God turns my darkness into light. Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:2-4, Romans 8:17-18, Psalm 18:28, John 16:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dominion Over Sin Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 3, 2009

Experiencing the liberty in Christ Jesus

Romans 6:9-14 “Because we know that Christ, having come back to life, is no longer liable to die. Death no longer has any power over Him. For by the death in which He died He became, once and for all, dead in relation to sin; but by the life which He now lives He is alive in relation to God. In ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:9-14

Denomination: Methodist

Raising Heroes For Christ

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 17, 2007

Our children can be great heroes for Jesus Christ. Jesus can turn them into heroes, and we can help. Let’s look into the Word of God and see what to do.

Raising Heroes for Christ John 6:1-15 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Feb. 25, 2007 *Last Thursday was George Washington’s birthday. What a hero he was! Historian James Flexner called Washington “the indispensable man.” And Richard Smith said, -“If George Washington had not ...read more

Scripture: John 6:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Table Talk Series

Contributed by Charles Scott on Jan 16, 2006

Holy Communion may be understood as communication of Christ to the Christian; thus table talk may be a more comprehensible way of expressing that Christ meets us at Eucharist than the popular understanding of transubstantiation.

2nd after Epiphany B Table Talk Psalm 139__1-17 Almighty God, whose Son our Savior Jesus Christ is the light of the world: Grant that your people, illumined by your Word and Sacraments, may shine with the radiance of Christ’s glory, that he may be known, worshipped, and obeyed to the ends of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-17

Denomination: Anglican

Divine Illumination

Contributed by James May on Aug 14, 2005

The disciples didn’t recognize the miracle of the loaves and fishes as a miracle because they were still spiritually blind. How many times do we miss out on a blessing because we are in need of some Divine Illumination.

Divine Illumination By Pastor Jim May How often do we witness a miracle and don’t even see it as a miracle? How often does the Hand of God move in our lives and we don’t even see Him at work? How much do we miss because we not looking for it? God still moves in the lives of His people but how ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:39-52

Denomination: Independent/Bible

#28 Little Is Much When God Is In It Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Sep 27, 2020

In the story of the feeding of the 5,000 Jesus proved that “little is much when God is in it.” God delights in working through us to accomplish great things for God.

#28 Little Is Much When God Is in It Series: Mark Chuck Sligh September 27, 2020 NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-44

Denomination: Baptist