Sermons on Lucas 14:17:

Pass The Salt And Turn On The Light

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Aug 1, 2002

Matthew 5: 13 - 16 Christians need to be the Salt of the World and be Light

Pass the Salt and Turn on the Light Matthew 5: 13 – 16 Matthew 5: 13 A: Christ seems to be stating quite clearly that the source of our influence is found in the person we are!! You ARE Salt not You HAVE Salt or You DISPENSE Salt B: Only as Christians are salt in their lives & character ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16, Luke 14:16-24

Denomination: Baptist

That My House May Be Full

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 2, 2002

It is not a pride thing to have a full house, a packed out church (It’s a God thing- A full house is his idea.

“A FULL HOUSE” Lu. 14:16 –24 Many have disqualified themselves from their place of priveledge and blessings. By unconcern. Indifference. (self interests.) They began to excuse themselves. Excuse (to beg off) i.e. depreicate, decline, shun: refuse, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Seven Excuses That Could Keep You Out Of Heaven

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Jan 7, 2003

An evangelistic sermon on the need to be saved today.

Seven Excuses That Could Keep You Out Of Heaven Luke 14:16-22 I. Everybody Else Is Doing It. 1. God is a non-conformist. Every great man of God that was used of God was a non-conformist. The Bible tells us “to be not conformed to this world.” 2. Noah in his day was different. 3. Enoch ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

Looking For The Perfect Church: Part 3 Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jan 24, 2003

When we get to heaven we’ll be surprised who is and isn’t there.

January 26, 2003 Morning Service Text: Luke 14:15-24 Subject: Christ’s Invitation. Title: Looking for the Perfect Church: Part 3 The perfect church! What do we know about it? Well we know that it is not here yet. Jesus spoke to seven churches in Revelation. Some of them probably thought they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Parable Of The Great Banquet

Contributed by Phillip Wright on Jan 13, 2007

Who is worthy of your attention? Tough question for a clique, since God loves all his creations.

The Parable of the Great Banquet Luke 14:15-24 I. The Initial Invitation List A. A man prepared a great banquet and invited many. 1. Vs. 15-17 15 Now when one of those who sat at the table with Him heard these things, he said to Him, "Blessed is he who shall eat bread in the kingdom of God!" 16 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24

Denomination: Baptist

Any Excuse Will Do!

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jan 26, 2007

We all give excuses. but when we give one to God, He knows the truth. An excuse is a reason not to do something. If you do that with God then any excuse will do!

Any Excuse will do! Luke 14:16-14:24 This morning we are going to talk about excuses. We all have made them. Some excuses are better than others. Some are more valid than others and some are just plain lame. I have heard that some girls when asked out on a date, and they did not want to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-24

Denomination: Congregational

Excuses

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Jan 7, 2007

This is about making excuses.

Have you ever noticed that everyone has an excuse? Take this story for example. Nine GI’s were late for morning roll call. The first didn’t arrive until 7 PM. The Commanding Officer confronted him and yelled, “Where have you been, soldier?” The soldier explained. He said, “Sir, I had a date ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-24

Denomination: Wesleyan

Ever Had The Buts?

Contributed by Adriel Morgan on Aug 14, 2006

Any old excuse will do...for serving The Lord

This morning I’m going to give yall an opportunity to exercise. Yeah, I’ll let yall change seats. This will be your only chance though. I just want to make sure that you are comfortable where you are. Now for the reason why. I was led to pray over certain chairs here this morning before you came ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-24

Denomination: *other

The Great Banquet

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 24, 2007

An examination of the slavation God has offered us; it’s benefits, and the responsibilities of those who are His disciples.

THE GREAT BANQUET - Read Luke 14:15-24 As we look at this passage of Scripture, we notice Jesus telling a parable about a man who prepared a large banquet. I mean, this man pulled out all the stops. He fixed things up nice. He had the caterers prepare the meal. His servants decorated the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24

Denomination: Baptist

What’s My Purpose Series

Contributed by Hal Seed on Jul 27, 2007

This sermon’s purpose is to move people to align themselves with God’s purpose of populating heaven.

[This sermon is contributed by Hal Seed of New Song Church in Oceanside, California and of www.PastorMentor.com. Hal is the author of numerous books including The God Questions and The Bible Questions. If you are interested in The Bible Questions Church-wide Campaign, please visit and watch Hal’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Invest & Invite

Contributed by Robert Simmons on May 6, 2006

Strategy for reaching out to the unchurched -- invest in serving them and invite them to hear more.

Luke 14:15-23—Invest & Invite 15 When one of those at the table with him heard this, he said to Jesus, "Blessed is the man who will eat at the feast in the kingdom of God." 16 Jesus replied: "A certain man was preparing a great banquet and invited many guests. 17 At the time of the banquet he sent ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-23

Denomination: Church Of God

Contagious Christians

Contributed by Robert Simmons on May 6, 2006

Much of this content comes from Bill Hybels "Contagious Christianity Course". This was a sermon to launch the small group study

Luke 14:15-23 – Contagious Christianity 15 And when one of them that sat at meat with him heard these things, he said unto him, Blessed is he that shall eat bread in the kingdom of God. 16 Then said he unto him, A certain man made a great supper, and bade many: 17 And sent his servant at supper ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-23

Denomination: Church Of God

0802 Trinity Ii: So What Do We Have To Do? Series

Contributed by Mark Woolsey on Jun 26, 2006

Is God’s eternal feast a potluck, a BYOB, or completely "on the house"?

Sermon: So What DO We Have To Do? Text: Luke 14:16-24 (Parable of the Great Supper) Occasion: Trinity II Who: Mark Woolsey Where: Arbor House When: Sunday, June 25, 2006 May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my strength and my redeemer. In ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-24

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Reverant, Yet Relevant

Contributed by Sam Peters on Mar 1, 2007

This message to a group of leaders and teachers exhorts us to reach out to the seeker without throwing out theology.

Reverent, Yet Relevant Text: Luke 14:16-23 I read that the average person is bombarded by 3000 advertisements everyday. From TV to radio and magazines to billboards, that’s probably a good estimate. All of that got me to thinking about the church and how we share the good news of Christ. We ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-23

Parable Of The Great Supper Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 14, 2007

Jesus’ sense of humor shows up in a big way during some awkward dinner table moments, esp. when He talked about people and the excuses they offer. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint template.

Parable of the Great Supper Luke 14 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/GreatSupper.html One of the chief Pharisees has invited Jesus over for dinner, and we’re gonna have some fun tonite! v. 1 “they watched Him” = laid a trap v. 2 this diseased man was deliberately planted so Jesus would heal him and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-24

Denomination: Baptist