Sermons on Low Sunday:

Friends Forever

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 4, 2020

On All Saints Sunday we remember and celebrate how we have been knit together into the mystical body of our Lord Jesus Christ

November 1, 2020 All Saints’ Day Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Revelation 7:9-17; Matthew 5:1-12 Friends Forever Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. All Saints’ ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 7:9-17, Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Provides ... Mankind Sees Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 7, 2016

This sermon is the final in a series on consider the passion through the book of Matthew. By considering a number of passages we see that confusion around the death of Jesus turns into enthusiasm and commitment to stand up for Jesus.

This was an Easter Sunday Message It was delivered in two parts. Title:- Jesus Provides ... Mankind Sees. Messag-ette 1 We are not going to focus on one specific passage of the Bible today – rather we are going to put together a series of passages and historical events. What we want to do is ask ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Going On Here?

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 8, 2022

When Jesus entered Jerusalem, there was more being accomplished than just riding a donkey into town for Passover.

PALM SUNDAY IS MORE THAN JUST THE WAVING OF PALM BRANCHES. PALM SUNDAY IS MORE THAN TELLING THE STORY OF JESUS RIDING ON A DONKEY. PALM SUNDAY IS THE CATALYST FOR FULFILING PROPHECY. PALM SUNDAY NEEDED TO HAPPEN. THE HIGHEST PEAK OF SALVATION HISTORY IS NOW BEING ACCOMPLISHED WHEN ALL THAT HAS ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-40, Luke 22:37, Matthew 26:18, Luke 9:56, Psalm 118:26, Romans 10:13, Zechariah 9:9, Zechariah 14:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Good Ol' Days

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Jun 1, 2017

Sometimes, we can become enamored with the past, and the day of Pentecost can be one of those things. However, in Christ, these are the good ol' days!

Ah, the good ol’ days. When you hear those words, what comes to mind? What do you think about when you hear the phrase, “good ol’ days”? Do memories of your childhood spring back to life? What about the days when you had your first taste of freedom, as you attended college, or graduated from ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

I Know Just The Right Person For The Job!

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Jun 13, 2017

We often can feel inadequate and ill-prepared to witness our faith, and to share God's Word with others. However, like the prophet Isaiah, God has prepared us through our life experiences and His Word. He has forgiven us, and He has sent us.

“I know just the right person for the job!” This is a phrase that we can be very familiar with in our lives. It is one that we heard with the elections, as people told us whom they taught were the best candidates. It is a phrase we may hear at work as we suggest people for vacant positions. It ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Reflections On Ascension Day

Contributed by Ivy Drafor Amenyah on May 13, 2021

Ascension is an important even after the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We need to understand it, study the dynamics and experience the blessings of the day.

We celebrate the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ in grand style. When it comes to Ascension and Pentecost, we seem to be slow on it. These events are at the heart of our Christian faith. The Ascension is clearly expressed in the Apostles’ Creed in the section that said “He ascended into ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-20, Luke 24:46-53, Acts 1:4-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Who Are You?

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Dec 13, 2022

John the Baptist is not sure that Jesus is the anointed 'Messiah'

Matthew 11:2-11 In the past two weeks, our Advent lessons have taught us to prepare to celebrate both the past and the future - to celebrate both the birth of Jesus 2,020 years ago and to heighten our anticipation of his coming anew at a date and time no one knows for sure. The lessons have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Episcopal

What We Shall Be

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Aug 21, 2019

The more we feel battered on this earth or are tempted to look away from others who are broken, the more we need to remember what God can make us when we see him face to face in heaven.

This morning we are celebrating All Saints’ Sunday. You may know that the observance began many centuries ago to honor Christians who experienced the fierce persecutions of the Roman Empire, who were executed for their faith, and maintained their testimony of Christ through it all. Folks like a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

The Makings Of A Movement

Contributed by Eugene Moore on Jan 2, 2019

On this high and holy day in the christian calendar, I want to preach from the word of God, and share with you some truths about the mission of the Christ.

The more that I read and study scripture, particularly, and specifically the gospels Matthew, Mark, Luke and John; I am reminded that Jesus did not just come to do the ministry of salvation. In other words Jesus did not come down from heaven, live, and die, just to keep us out of hell. He came to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:8-14

Putting Jesus First Isn't Easy. Series

Contributed by Michael Blitz on May 5, 2024

Martha's jealousy and anger drove her to the point where she was literally yelling at the Lord, and bossing him around. How did she get to this point? What is the point of service to God, family and church, and what can get in our way?

Good Morning. I got a fun story to start with as we dig into the story of Mary and Martha. It took place in 1956, and Tom Attridge was test piloting the brand new jet they wanted to use for the famous Blue Angels. Gunning it up to break the sound barrier, he was instructed to test fire his guns at ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Anglican

The Branch Of Righteousness.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 28, 2024

The one who brings salvation, and a safe dwelling place for His people, is ‘the LORD our righteousness’ (JEREMIAH 23:6).

THE BRANCH OF RIGHTEOUSNESS. Jeremiah 23:5-8. “Behold… the word of the LORD,” (JEREMIAH 23:5). The prophet uses the image of a righteous Branch growing out of a felled tree – which so wonderfully typifies God’s dealings with His people. Just when the tree of David seems to be left without hope, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Five Thousand Fed.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 28, 2024

The fourth significant sign in the Gospel of John.

FIVE THOUSAND FED. John 6:5-14. Jesus looked up “and saw a great company” of people coming to Him. The Good Shepherd tended His own flock with the words to local boy Philip, “Where shall we buy bread, that these may eat?” (JOHN 6:5). Sometimes Jesus makes us face up to the magnitude of our ...read more

Scripture: John 6:5-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hosanna! The Triumph And Humility Of Christ Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 18, 2024

Today, as we gather on this special occasion of Palm Sunday, we embark on a journey to explore the profound significance of this pivotal event in Christian history.

Hosanna! The Triumph and Humility of Christ Introduction: Today, as we gather on this special occasion of Palm Sunday, we embark on a journey to explore the profound significance of this pivotal event in Christian history. Let us open our hearts and minds to the transformative truths revealed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:9, Zechariah 9:9, Psalm 24:7-10, Philippians 2:5-8, Matthew 20:28, Matthew 21:11, John 12:13-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Triumphal Entry Why It Is Triumphal

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 25, 2024

I remember growing up in church as a child and it would be Palm Sunday and we were all given Palm branches and were told to wave them in the air in celebration of Jesus triumphal entry into Jerusalem.

The Triumphal Entry Why it is Triumphal. By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Today we celebrate the day we call Palm Sunday. Palm Sunday is the day of Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem prior to his crucifixion, death, burial, and resurrection. It’s called Palm Sunday because the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11, Mark 11:1-11, Luke 19:28-44, John 12:12-19

Denomination: Apostolic

07. The Salt And Light Of The World (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 17, 2023

How can we be the salt in a world full of decay?

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org We have come to a portion of the Sermon on the Mount that is very fitting for our service today. As we come into this sanctuary for the first time to worship together, I can almost hear the words of Jesus’ message ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Brethren