Sermons on Lukas 7:20:

The Relevance Of Wonders

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 23, 2022

Many churches are asking why they are not growing and why their outreach efforts seem so ineffective. Evangelism is most effective when the proclamation of the gospel is accompanied by a demonstration of signs and wonders.

Ministry and evangelism can be difficult in a country like America that holds a western worldview. The reason why is because people’s skepticism and unbelief concerning “the unseen” and “the miraculous” can limit church growth. God has bestowed on His people authority and power to see souls saved ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:40-47, Matthew 4:23-25, Luke 7:19-22, Mark 16:14-20

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Allayas John’s Doubts Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 27, 2017

John’s disciples could have been biased against Christ, because of His mounting popularity, and the lessening of their master’s.

-AD 28- Galilee (20) Jesus Allayas John’s Doubts (Malachi 3:1) Matthew 11:2-19, Luke 7:18-35 Behold, I will send my messenger, and he shall prepare the way before me: and the Lord, whom ye seek, shall suddenly come to his temple, even the messenger of the covenant, whom ye delight in: behold, he ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-19, Luke 7:18-35

Denomination: Baptist

Caminando Sobre Las Aguas.

Contributed by Lincon Guerra on Oct 25, 2017

Muchas Veces vamos a tener tormentas en la vida, tanto físicas como espirituales, donde la presencia de Dios no será aparente, sin embargo el está presente. Muchas veces nos parecerá que no podemos encontrar a Dios en la tormenta.

Caminando Sobre las Aguas. Mateo 14:22-33 (Marcos 6:45-56) Introducción. - El acontecimiento anterior a este pasaje, es la alimentación de 5,000 personas con 5 panes y 2 peces, un gran milagro, se hubieran podido quedar ahí mucho tiempo, recibiendo fama, halagos, buen trato y muy cómodos. - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33, Mark 6:45-56, Luke 7:18-23, John 20:30-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Walking On Water

Contributed by Lincon Guerra on Oct 26, 2017

Sometimes when we have storms in our lives we may think God is not present or not interested in our problems. However, the Lord is preparing the precise moment where He will show us His Glory.

Walking On Water. Matthew 14: 22-33 (Mark 6: 45-56) Introduction. - The event before this passage is the feeding of 5,000 people with five loaves and two fish, a great miracle; they could have stayed there for a long time, receiving fame, praise, good treatment and very comfortable. - But Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33, Mark 6:45-56, John 20:30-31, Luke 7:18-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus And John The Baptist (Doubt) Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 8, 2018

Jesus and John the Baptist (Doubt) - Luke chapter 7 verses 18-35 - Sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). JESUS & JOHN’S DISCIPLES: • An anxious request (19-21) • An astute reply (21-23) (2). JESUS & THE MIXED CROWD: • An affirmation of John (24-28) • An angry rebuke (30-35) SERMON BODY: Question: What do these people have in common. • Abraham, Sarah, Moses, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-35

Denomination: Brethren

A Properly Aligned Life

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jan 9, 2019

God has a plan for every life. Many times we miss that plan by aspiring to be something different than what we were created for. This message encourages us to "Stay In Our Lane."

Luke 7:1-23 I. HUMILITY A. Others may try to boost you. - Luke 7:4-5 1. Be Thankful, Be a Reflector B. Don’t believe your own press - Luke 7:6-7 1. In fact… Don’t even read your own press 2. Stay focused on pleasing God and ministering to others II. UNDERSTANDING AUTHORITY A. The centurion ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-23, Psalm 33:12, Matthew 5:16, Mark 4:40, Luke 12:28, Mark 8:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Spiritual Disruption Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jan 15, 2019

Jesus had a lot of opposition from the spiritual leaders of His day. It makes us ask, If Jesus came to Church today would He be accepted? I read this week that if Jesus preached the message coming out of most pulpits today He wouldn’t have been crucified. Let’s see how Jesus handled this opposition.

Luke 7:11-35 Introduction: Jesus had a lot of opposition from the spiritual leaders of His day. It makes us ask, If Jesus came to Church today would He be accepted? I read this week that if Jesus preached the message coming out of most pulpits today He wouldn’t have been crucified. Let’s see how ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:11-35, Luke 7:11-17, Luke 7:23, Luke 12:9

Denomination: Church Of God

The Coming Of The King Series

Contributed by Greg Lindsey on Mar 7, 2020

A Journey Through the Larger Story of the 66 Books of the Bible

ILLUST> So hey there, good to see you and welcome to this place called DCC. What a crazy weekend it has been already! We had our backpack bash yesterday which was absolute chaos, but thousands of people were fed, thousands of kids had lots of fun and received free loaded backpacks and the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-23, Matthew 5:43-47, Colossians 2:13-17

Interpreting The Times Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 22, 2025

In His continuing discussion on having an eternal perspective, Jesus urges His listeners to recognize the times, seek reconciliation through repentance and respond by bearing fruit.

Humanity’s ability to predict the weather has improved over the centuries. Simple observations of general weather patterns and seasonal shifts have evolved into highly technological advancements that allow us to predict or provide some best guesses regarding pending weather events several days in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:20-23, Hebrews 9:27-28, 1 Timothy 2:5-6, Romans 6:23, Romans 12:1-2, Acts 3:19-20, Galatians 5:17-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

An Outline For John's Question And Jesus' Reply Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Nov 13, 2025

John the Baptist was in prison and was concerned: was Jesus _really_ the One Who was to come? He sent two of his disciples to speak with Jesus. They received a reply that seemed to satisfy everyone.

An outline for John's question and Jesus' reply Introduction: Jesus had just performed two miracles by healing the servant (slave) of a Roman centurion (supervising 100 soldiers) and raising a dead young man back to life. Some disciples of John the Baptist heard of this and shared the news ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-35

Denomination: Baptist

Believing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 14, 2023

This sermon explores trusting in God, understanding His ways, and maintaining faith beyond our circumstances, as illustrated in Luke 7:18-35. Key

Good morning, family! I am so thrilled to be standing here with you today, ready to dive into the Word of God. We're like miners, aren't we? Ready to dig into the rich soil of the Bible, eager to discover the gems of wisdom and truth that God has buried there for us. And today, we're going to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:18-35

Topics: Believing

Doubt Is Not Unbelief PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 29, 2024

Explores doubt in faith, affirming it as a part of human condition and spiritual journey, and encourages seeking certainty in Christ's presence.

Welcome, beloved family of faith, to this gathering of hearts and minds in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Today, we find ourselves standing on the precipice of a subject that touches every believer's life, from the most steadfast to the newly converted. Doubt, that unbidden guest, that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:20-23

Topics: Doubts, God's Plan