Sermons on Lord Jesus Christ:

Estate Planning

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Apr 16, 2023

When you know you’ll have to depend on your friends when your luck goes sour, you build in as much good will as you can along the way.”

Levi was puzzled. The last time Jesus told a story about a rich man whose steward was mismanaging the estate while the owner was away, the owner kicked the guy out and brought in a new men. He understood that. It was like God was the rich man and the Pharisees and the priests were the stewards, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Power Of Authority

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Apr 28, 2003

This message deals with the strong evangelistic current in the ministry of believers and the church.

I have found Meditative moods to be refreshing as well as enlightening. Perhaps David meant the same thing when he contemplated the well-being of the man who meditates both day and night with delight in the Word of God. He said that a meditative man was comparable to a tree planted by rivers of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

Be Perfect Series

Contributed by Duncan Hamilton on May 2, 2016

A sermon inspired by the book For the Glory by Duncan Hamilton.

Text: Matthew 5:48 INTRODUCTION Eric Liddell (1902–45) is best known to most people as the gold medalist in the quarter-mile run at the 1924 Olympics, as portrayed in the popular filmChariots of Fire. Later, though, he would go on to become a missionary in China during one of the most ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:48-49

Denomination: *other

Four Cartons Of Milk

Contributed by David Dunn on Dec 25, 2025

Listening is a posture of presence that communicates care; hearing words is not enough—true listening keeps hearts open and relationships alive.

Let me start with something familiar. Have you ever been in a conversation where you were doing everything right on the outside—nodding at the right moments, making eye contact, even saying “yeah” or “uh-huh”—and then suddenly you realized you had absolutely no idea what the other person had just ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:15, Revelation 2:11, Mark 4:23, Psalm 40:1, Psalm 34:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Red Carpet

Contributed by John Beehler on Apr 9, 2003

The red carpet would shortly be stained blood red.

The Red Carpet It’s Palm Sunday. What does this day mean to you? Just one more week to chocolate heaven? The day we get the leaf at church and the kids parade through the sanctuary with them? Actually it’s the day they threw down the symbolic red carpet for Jesus’ triumphal ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Nineteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time- How To Walk On Water.

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 5, 2023

To walk on water means to perform a task where the challenge greatly exceeds one’s level of skills without becoming anxious and stressed.

How to walk on water. I saw a cartoon that showed a lady walking on some cases of bottled water and the caption read, “Walking on water”! Another person said, “I walk on water every time it rains. Thin water, but water just the same. [And] just so you know, I drive on water too.” To walk on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Catholic

The Heart Of Faith: When Love Transcends Duty Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 30, 2024

We are called to let love guide our actions, even when it takes us in unexpected directions.

The Heart of Faith: When Love Transcends Duty Intro: We are called to let love guide our actions, even when it takes us in unexpected directions. Scriptures: Deuteronomy 6:2-6, Hebrews 7:23-28, Mark 12:28-34. Reflection Dear Sisters and Brothers, In a quiet town, an older woman named ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:2-6, Hebrews 7:23-28, Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: Other

The J.o.b. (Handling Money)

Contributed by Spencer Homan on Dec 7, 2007

This is a sermon that focuses on acting shrewdly... in a good way.

How Much Can God Trust You? Now, I want to warn you up front that today’s scripture… is a parable Jesus told his followers. This alone doesn’t warrant a warning… but I want you to listen very closely to these words, because this is quite possibly… the strangest parable Jesus ever told. Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Other People's Money - Pt. 2 - Possessed Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Oct 22, 2014

Your neighbor attends church wanting instruction and supernatural response in every important area of life . . . relationships, direction and success, but we they don't want anyone to talk about money.

Other People's Money Pt. 2 - Possessed I. Introduction I have learned there are certain things that just don't go well together. Some of this I learned in school and others just by observation. Dennis Rodman and politics. Tin foil and microwaves. Butter and deep frying. Lying and a believer. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Beatitudes In Song Series

Contributed by George Barton on Feb 1, 2006

A poem composed by yours truly which expresses the beatitudes in song to the tune of "When we all get to heaven."

THE BEATITUDES IN SONG (REVISED FEBRUARY 1, 2006) TO THE TUNE: WHEN WE ALL GET TO HEAVEN THE BEATITUDES 1. Blessed are the bankrupt children, In the grace of God they trust. Poor, yet rich in Him forever, They will ne’er go bust. REFRAIN: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12

Denomination: Baptist

Preparations Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Mar 15, 2004

This is an Advent sermon.

Intro: Preparations for Christmas: decorations, shopping, food, company, travel, programs, parties, etc., etc. Read Luke 3:1-6. John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus’ ministry. Misconceptions about the Messiah’s first coming. Thought to be political and military. Reality it was spiritual. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Baptism In Matthew Series

Contributed by Nathan Eyland on Mar 10, 2005

Why do churches practise Baptism? From where does it come?

Eighteen months after Leni and I were married we went on a bit of a world tour. We visited places that were important in our development as people. Leni took me to Greece, to see the places where we parents came from. I took Leni to South Africa, where my mother was from and the place where I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of God's Word Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2024

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God...

Verse: Matthew 4:1-11, Psalm 119:11, Hebrews 4:12 In Matthew 4, Jesus faces temptation from Satan, but He doesn't engage in a debate or rely on human wisdom. Instead, He refers Satan to God's Word, saying "It is written..." Let's explore the significance of this ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:11, Hebrews 4:12

The God Of The Impossible--Kid's Message

Contributed by David Henderson on Nov 4, 2020

I started to get dressed for church and realized that one of my socks had a hole in the toe. I didn't have time to mend them right then, so I thought I could do it during children's time this morning.

The God of the Impossible. Object: a sock (or other garment) with a hole in it, a needle and thread. (Use large thread so that it is very difficult to get it through the eye of the needle.) Scripture: "It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:25-27

Denomination: Baptist

Never Lose Faith SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

This sermon explores the unwavering faith of Christians, focusing on the biblical story of Lazarus, Mary, and Martha.

Don't Give Up on God! Coming out of a Dead Situation! John 11:20-23 Today's sermon is about the faith of Christians and the story of Lazarus, Mary, and Martha. It's important to remember to not give up on God, even when faced with difficult circumstances. God has a purpose for everything we go ...read more

Scripture: John 11:20-23

Topics: Christian Faith, Story Of Lazarus