Sermons on Living Church:

Never Give Up: Keep Digging The Wells

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Sep 27, 2017

Right at the moment that Isaac is about to celebrate his success by discovering water on the well, the Philistine snatched his rights and took over the same well by force. By the way, it is the third time that they deliberately did it. Will Isaac give up?

NEVER GIVE UP: KEEP DIGGING THE WELLS Genesis 26:12-32 Crab Mentality! What do these words mean? It is a way of thinking best described by the phrase, "if I can't have it, neither can you. The metaphor refers to a bucket of crabs. Individually, the crabs in the story could easily escape from the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:12-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Eyes, Ears And Heart

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jan 24, 2017

Through Jesus Parables we will be given “knowledge of the secrets of the Kingdom of Heaven”. This knowledge is being revealed to those of you who are seekers of the deep spiritual truths of God. Some of us will understand but others won't. Why?

Eyes, Ears and Heart Matthew 13:1-23 NIV Last year our Sunday messages went through a series of topics on a closer walk with God that taught us how to be better disciples of Jesus. You may or may not have realized it but for 30 weeks that is what I spoke about. It was my prayer that these messages ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23, Matthew 14:12-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Questions, Questions, Questions?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 8, 2017

Good teachers learn the power behind good questions. Let us consider a few Biblical questions. Wisdom teaches the power of questions.

QUESTIONS? QUESTIONS? QUESTIONS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com QUESTION: to ask for information, to test one's knowledge, a problem that is being discussed, to express doubt or have uncertainties...INTERROGATIVE, debate,investigation, --- DO WE UNDERSTAND THE ROLE OF QUESTIONS? ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:9, Genesis 4:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Poverty Is Prevented By Diligence And Divine Sovereignty Series

Contributed by Henry Trocino Jr. on Mar 27, 2017

Part 2 of the Sermon Series, "Rich Man Poor Man in Proverbs"

"A wise son makes a glad father, but a foolish son is a sorrow to his mother. Treasures gained by wickedness do not profit, but righteousness delivers from death. The Lord does not let the righteous go hungry, but he thwarts the craving of the wicked. A slack hand causes poverty, but the hand of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

A Giant Praise Rally Lesson 33 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 29, 2017

There is value in the unity of prayer.

A. INTRODUCTION: DEUTERONOMY 27:4-26 1. Moses told Israel to have a giant praise rally when they got into the Promised Land. 2. Israel actually did it. “Joshua built an altar to God to sacrifice for sins as Moses commanded him in Deuteronomy. Then he had the law written in very large letters ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Joshua 1:10-11 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 29, 2017

When followers buy into your vision, they buy into your leadership.

A. GETTING READY FOR A BIG TASK “And Joshua commanded the leaders of Israel, ‘Go tell the people prepare food and get everything else ready because in three days we will cross the Jordan River and take possession of the land God has given to us’” (Josh. 1, 10-11, ELT). ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Covenant Of Shalom

Contributed by Steve Sheek on Feb 5, 2018

Because of his zeal for the Lord, God gave Phineas a covenant of Shalom.

This week’s Torah portion is a continuation of last week’s story of Balak and Balaam. Balaam had advised Balak that the way to defeat Israel was to attack their morality. Sure enough, the women of Moab soon began corrupting the men of Israel to great effect. A great plague came on the people ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 25:10-18

Denomination: *other

Mary And The Passion Of Jesus

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Mar 13, 2018

Simeons prediction that, 'A sword will pierce your own soul too' to Mary was to come true time and time again and how it must of hurt. Mary was there and watch the happy, the terrible and horrific moments of her Son ministry but could do nothing.

Mary and the Passion of Jesus The words of Simeon spoken in the temple to Mary: "This child is destined for the falling and the rising of many in Israel....and a sword will pierce your own soul too." I wonder what Mary made of this, did she expected it to lead to death on a cross? There she ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:29-35

Palm Sunday 2018

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 26, 2018

God has provided the way for us to escape sin (John 14:6), because He wants us to be with Him and none to perish (2 Peter 3:9). His desire is that we would worship Him and spend eternity with Him.

Palm Sunday - 2018 Luke 19:28-44 Introduction - The Easter story is not just about Easter morning, but a culmination of events -- Each event marches us closer to the promise, that death of a Savior; Christ - As we look to the Savior for a glorious HOPE of resurrection; we have trials -- It is in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Green Pastures And Still Waters Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 22, 2018

Water keeps us alive, refreshes and cleanses

A. INTRODUCTION 1. What are our two greatest needs? a. Food, i.e., green pastures. b. Drink, i.e., still waters. 2. How can the Shepherd meet our needs? Relationship. B. LIE DOWN IN GREEN PASTURES 1. Why do sheep lie down? a. Natural. Standing people naturally want to lie down. b. Tired. The ...read more

Scripture: John 4:14

Denomination: Baptist

Turning The Ordinary Into Extra-Ordinary Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Nov 27, 2018

This is the beginning of a series on the Miracles of Jesus. In this sermon we look at how Jesus can take something as plain as water and turn it into something much greater. In this same way He can take us and turn us into more than we ever imagined.

In our scripture today we find Jesus and his disciples along with His mother Mary at a wedding. More than likely everybody who was anybody in the town was there. Now weddings were a little different then than they are now, this wedding would have lasted all week and the host would have been ...read more

Scripture: John 2:3-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Divine Impartation

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Mar 22, 2016

God, in His desire to have us equipped to bless, impact, touch and heal our generation for His glory, has given to us the Ministry of Impartation; that "extra" dimension that enables us to function in a much greater way in the supernatural.

DIVINE IMPARTATION Study Text: Acts 19: 11 - 12 Introduction: - We are going to be looking at a very important subject for those wanting to be used effectively by God in public ministry. - That is "Divine Impartation." This is the ability to give unto others that which God has given to us either ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:11-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Holy Spirit

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 25, 2016

Considered the Third Person in the Trinity. More important than just that. Responsible for those who get saved!

The Holy Spirit Isaiah 11:2 Considered the Third Person in the Trinity. More important than just that. Responsible for those who get saved! I. PLAYS MAJOR ROLE IN SALVATION A. CONVICTS John 16:7-11 1. Initial Activity. 2. Realization of sin and guilt. 3. Trust Christ for ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:2

Denomination: Baptist

"Lessons From Mothers Tears"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 9, 2016

The sermon teach us what we can learn from a Mothers tears.

When God created mothers By Erma Bombeck When the good Lord created mothers, He was into His sixth day of overtime, when an angel appeared and said, "You're doing a lot of fiddling around on this one." The Lord replied, "have you seen the specs on this order? She has to be completely washable, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 56:8-9

Denomination: Methodist

Raising Children Who Are Difference Makers For God Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on May 9, 2016

What made Jochebed such a great mother? These four verses in Hebrews 11:23-26 will give us insight into answering that question. How did Jochebed raise such a difference maker for God?

Raising Children Who Are Difference Makers For God Hebrews 11:23-26 Introduction: 1. Mothers, can you imagine how you would feel if you were pregnant, and the authorities in your country made a decree that every male baby born would be thrown into the river like nothing more than a piece of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:23-26

Denomination: Bible Church