Sermons on Lucas 14:11:

Caracter: Humildad

Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Jul 15, 2019

La Humildad consiste en mostrar menos de ti y más de Él

Cuando estaba en la secundaria, cuando me preguntaban qué quería ser de grande, mi respuesta casi sin dudar era: Policía Federal de Caminos. En ese tiempo, me imaginaba con mi uniforme, mi patrulla reluciente, mi pistola y por supuesto, mis lentes rayban. Y en efecto, comencé ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Stop Your Arrogancy Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 22, 2024

Let us reflect on the danger of arrogance and the importance of humility.

The Bible warns us against the snare of arrogance, reminding us that pride goes before a fall. In Proverbs 16:18, we read, "Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall." In Luke 14:11, Jesus teaches us, "For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:18, Luke 14:11

A Head Table Mentality Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 26, 2022

A leader is not automatically the honored guest. He or she must take the lowest seat at the table and learn to serve others. Only then, will Jesus move that person higher. If someone grabs the best seat, he or she will be moved lower.

This evening’s message is entitled “A Head Table Mentality,” and it’s taken from a parable that discusses the valued position of the meek and lowly. This parable promotes Christ-like leadership over the worldly model of leadership in which power and control seems to be the normal style. Kenneth ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Poor In Spirit Series

Contributed by Mike Lewis on Feb 1, 2023

We begin our series in the Beatitudes. The Poor in Spirit are those who are humble and know their need for Jesus.

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION THE LOST STAR WARS Have you seen Star Wars? Have you seen every Star Wars movie? In May 1977, Star Wars was released and quickly became one of the highest grossing movies of all time. Cast members became instant stars and any toy or product with the Star Wars logo flew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3, Psalm 86:1-5, Luke 14:11, Job 1:21, Mark 12:41-44  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

They Watched Him And He Watched Them

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 13, 2025

A questionable missionary visited a pastor asking for financial support.

• The pastor asked the man “What group are you associated with?” • The man replied, “I belong to the invisible church.” • The pastor then asked, “Well, what church are you a member of!” • Again, he got the answer, “I belong to the invisible church!” • Getting a bit suspicious, the pastor ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Who Are The People Of God And How To Join Up

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 31, 2023

Here comes this hick-town Galilean carpenter and His gang to try to turn things upside down.

Saturday of the 30th week in course 2023 Our first reading begins with a question about whether, “then,” God has rejected His people, the Jews of St. Paul’s day. But we must, to have any understanding of these words, look back at the previous chapter, which ends, “But of Israel he [God] says, ‘All ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-11, Romans 11:1-2, Romans 11:11-29

Denomination: Catholic

Twenty-Second Sunday In Ordinary Time, Cycle Or Year C-- Table Talk: Take The Lowest Place

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 30, 2022

It’s easier to ignore people at rectangular tables.

Recently there was a man from Ireland who became an internet sensation for a silly mistake he made while on vacation. This gentleman was visiting Las Vegas for the first time. So he borrowed his son’s GoPro camera, put it on a stick, and walked all over the Las Vegas Strip. He was filming all the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Catholic

No Freebie

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 19, 2022

No Freebie

No Freebie Scripture Luke 14:1, Luke 14:7-14    Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Option for the poor, preference for the poor, and reaching out to the periphery are the slogans good for advertisements. It does nothing on the ground. Today, Jesus, the Guest questioned the attitude of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1, Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Other

What Seat Would Jesus Have Taken?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 19, 2022

Jesus turns human society on its head.

What Place at the Table Did Jesus Take? Lule 14:1-14 Everyone wants to feel important. Some derive their sense of self-worth by how many followers he has on social media. This desire for relevance can lead to depression and suicide. Someone once wrote a song named “Looking for Love in all the Wrong ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1, Luke 14:7-14, Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sin Obsequio

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 19, 2022

sin obsequio

sin obsequio Sagrada Escritura Lucas 14:1, Lucas 14:7-14   Reflexión Queridos hermanos y hermanas, Opción por los pobres, preferencia por los pobres y llegar a la periferia son los eslóganes buenos para los anuncios. No hace nada en el suelo. Hoy, Jesús, el Huésped ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1, Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Other

Walang Freebie

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 19, 2022

Walang Freebie

Walang Freebie Banal na Kasulatan Lucas 14:1, Lucas 14:7-14   Pagninilay Mahal na mga kapatid, Ang pagpipilian para sa mahihirap, kagustuhan para sa mahihirap, at pag-abot sa paligid ay ang mga slogan na mabuti para sa mga patalastas. Wala itong ginagawa sa lupa. Ngayon, si Hesus, ang ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1, Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Other

12th Sunday After Pentecost. August 31st, 2025. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 22, 2022

Year C, Proper 17.

Jeremiah 2:4-13, Psalm 81:1, Psalm 81:10-16, Proverbs 25:6-7, Psalm 112, Hebrews 13:1-8, Hebrews 13:15-16, Luke 14:1, Luke 14:7-14 A). A PLEADING. Jeremiah 2:4-13. In this passage the LORD yet again makes His complaint against the whole house of Israel (Jeremiah 2:4). As we read it, we ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:4-13, Psalm 81:1, Psalm 81:10-16, Proverbs 25:6-7, Hebrews 13:1-8, Hebrews 13:15-16, Luke 14:1, Luke 14:7-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"pushing Up The Shades"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 23, 2022

A sermon about being aware of those on the margins.

Luke 14:1, 7-14 “Pushing up the Shades” Retired author and pastor Tony Campolo tells of an experience he had at dinner in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, some years ago. He was checking on mission programs that his organization carried out day in and day out in Haiti. He wanted to see how the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Where Is Your Comfort Zone?

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Aug 30, 2022

Are we stuff in our 'comfort zone' or willing to step out of it to follow Jesus?

There is a popular term that I would like us to consider: “comfort zone.” A person’s comfort zone refers to any place where the person feels comfortable, safe, free from threat or even challenge. Life there is marked by ease and familiarity. It’s natural to like one’s comfort zone, but most of us ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:24, Luke 14:7-14, Luke 14:1

Denomination: Episcopal

Knowing Your Place

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Aug 31, 2022

A sermon for the Sunday following Pentecost, Year C, Lectionary 22

August 28, 2022 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Luke 14:1, 7-14 Knowing Your Place Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. A small commercial plane was carrying only four passengers: a doctor, a trial lawyer, a minister and a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Lutheran