Sermons on Lent Sermon:

Sermon 1: The Perishable And The Permanent Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Nov 1, 2025

This sermon challenges us to stop laboring for temporary, perishable satisfactions and instead seek Jesus for the eternal life that He alone is sealed by God to give.

Introduction: The Morning After the Miracle Good morning. Have you ever experienced the "fade"? The "fade" is that feeling you get a few days, weeks, or months after you get the one thing you were sure would make you happy. * It's the "new car smell" that ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-27

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On A Bridge Too Far

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 2, 2025

"A bridge too far" is an idiom for an ambitious plan that is considered too demanding to succeed.

George Herbert, a British poet and orator once remarked: “He that cannot forgive others, breaks the bridge over which he himself must pass if he would ever reach heaven; for everyone has need to be forgiven.” Luke 14:28-30 reminds us: “For which of you, desiring to build a tower, does not first sit ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:2, James 4:13-15, Ecclesiastes 5:2-3, Mark 11:25

Sermon On The First Snowdrops Of Winter

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 19, 2025

In the midst of a surrounding dormant landscape, the first snowdrops are widely considered to conquer the harshness of life.

William Wordsworth, an English poet once remarked: “Lone Flower, hemmed in with snows and white as they But hardier far, once more I see thee bend Thy forehead, as if fearful to offend, Like an unbidden guest. Though, day by day, Storms, sallying from the mountain-tops, waylay The rising sun, and ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:28-30, Psalm 147:16-18, Isaiah 55:10, Proverbs 31:21

St. Patrick's Day Sermon PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 18, 2024

This sermon explores St. Patrick's life as a testament to God's transformative grace, inspiring us to live lives of faith, love, and patience.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. What a beautiful day the Lord has made, and we are here to rejoice and be glad in it. Today, as the world around us cloaks itself in a sea of green to celebrate St. Patrick's Day, we gather not just to commemorate the man, but also to reflect on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Topics: Forgiveness

With Jesus At The Cemetery - 5 Of 7 Series

Contributed by Russell Metcalfe on Feb 1, 2021

God's WORD called this world into being. God's WORD brought Lazarus from his tomb. God's WORD is in your heart— and in your mouth it can bring HOPE where you are!

March 24, 1996 Ezekiel 37 - The Valley of Bones John 11 - The Raising of Lazarus "I am the resurrection and the life . . ." - John 11 The prophet Ezekiel is not the usual fare for devotional Bible reading. Ezekiel is sort of the surrealistic painter of the Bible, who gives us word ...read more

Denomination: Nazarene

Amid Beauty, Dangers Abound.

Contributed by Clarence Semonious on Mar 22, 2011

A word picture of the lessons for the 3rd Sunday in Lent.

A sermon for the 3rd Sunday in lent – March 27, 2011. By Clarence Semonious, Pastor Prince of Peace Lutheran - AFLC Kernville, CA 93238 Amid Beauty, Dangers Abound. (Unless otherwise noted, all scripture is from the ESV.) Exodus 17:1–7. Romans 5:1–8. John 4:5–26. Psalms ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Is More Powerful Than Death

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Mar 5, 2008

A sermon for Lent 5 that encourages us to see that Jesus is more powerful than death and we should view death as not the end.

The Gospel reading from John 11, which we read this morning, is another sign that Jesus is the true Messiah In the Gospel of John we have 7 of these signs: • Jesus changed water into wine (2:1-11) • Jesus healed the officials son (4:46-54) • Jesus healed the paralytic (5:1-9) • Jesus fed the 5000 ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Lutheran

Take Seriously The Grace Of God

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Mar 15, 2007

A sermon for the 4th Sunday in Lent, Series C, based on an unknown students recount of a class she encountered at a Christian college.

4th Sunday in Lent March 18, 2007 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, as we study your Word, we realize that we do not fully embrace the life you created us ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Lesson 9: Preach A Children's Sermon Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 11, 2018

Children's sermons

Lesson Goal The purpose of this sermon is to encourage the use of quality children's sermons. Lesson Intro Jesus' ministry is famous for his allowing little children to come to him (Matthew 19:14; Luke 18:17), mentioning specifically the advantage children have over adults in receiving the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The True Jesus

Contributed by Jim Pye on Feb 17, 2001

Sunday Next Before Lent Year C

25/2/01 6 p.m. Sunday Next Before Lent Year C - Luke 9:28-36 28 About eight days after Jesus said this, he took Peter, John and James with him and went up onto a mountain to pray. 29 As he was praying, the appearance of his face changed, and his clothes became as bright as a flash of lightning. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Lenten Breakfast: Discernment

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 3, 2004

A short devotional for Lent Breakfasts. 10 minutes

LENT BREAKFAST MARCH 3, 2004 “Lent is a season of intense prayer, fasting and concern for those in need. It offers all Christians an opportunity to prepare for Easter by serious discernment about their lives, with particular attention to the word of God which enlightens the daily journey of all ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Embracing Ash Wednesday: A Call To Reflection, Repentance, And Renewal

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Feb 12, 2024

A call to embrace Ash Wednesday and the season of Lent

As we gather on this sacred day of Ash Wednesday, we are reminded of our mortality, our human frailty, and our utter dependence on God's grace. Today marks the beginning of the holy season of Lent, a period of forty days set aside for reflection, repentance, and renewal. It is a time when we ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-13

Denomination: Anglican

My Soul Is Troubled

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Mar 26, 2009

Don’t drown with the hand that can save you in plain view

Now among those who went up to worship at the festival were some Greeks. 21They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, and said to him, ‘Sir, we wish to see Jesus.’ 22Philip went and told Andrew; then Andrew and Philip went and told Jesus. 23Jesus answered them, ‘The hour has come ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Denomination: United Methodist

It's Just A Big Bang Theory Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Mar 3, 2015

In all things, in everything, Jesus is preeminent - even creation.

“”Cross Currents: It’s Just A Big Bang Theory” Col. 1:15-17 Advertisers know that we think bigger is better - especially if it’s bigger at a lesser price. So we have 2 for 1 dinner coupons, double discount or double coupon days at the grocery store, and even ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Cure For Our Mistakes Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Mar 19, 2009

The gospel in a verse is a reminder of the life we’re called to live

File under, "a little child shall lead them". Bryan McNair, a pastor who served First Baptist in Huntsville Texas tells a story about his daughter Laruen. Laruen wrote out John 3:16 one time and, to make it stand out, added colorful designs and doodles. Brain said, "she brought her finished ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed