Sermons on Luke 14:1-15:25:

Restore Me To Joy

Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 10, 2026

Revival begins not when we try harder, but when we see God as gracious and allow the joy of salvation to be restored.

There is a difference between being lost and being tired. And if we don’t recognize that difference, we will keep speaking the wrong word to the wrong people. Many people in church today are not lost. They are not rebellious. They are not angry at God. They are not trying to run away. They are ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:12, Psalm 32:1-2, Isaiah 57:15, Matthew 11:28-30, Luke 15:20-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Coming Home: The Journey Of Repentance And Restoration

Contributed by Terry Hovey on Jan 12, 2026

Church, this is the very heart of the gospel! This is how God responds to genuine repentance. He doesn't just forgive us; He restores us. He doesn't just take us back; He celebrates our return.

Coming Home: The Journey of Repentance and Restoration Luk 15:11-24 Good morning, church family! As we begin this new year together, I want to ask you a question that might make you a little uncomfortable: Have you ever found yourself far from home? Not just physically, but spiritually? Have you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Methodist

A Most Unusual Parable Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 13, 2026

Why does this parable sound more like a life hack than a parable?

- Some life hacks, according to people online (I haven’t tried these): - "For chores that I don't like to do (like washing a big pile of dishes), I set a timer for four minutes and tell myself I will do it for four minutes, and after the time goes off, I can stop if I want to. Just giving ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

Where To Sit?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jan 13, 2026

Jesus' lesson on Hospitality

Where to Sit? Luke 14:7-14 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 14:7 Now He began telling a parable to the invited guests when He noticed how they had been picking out the places of honor at the table, saying to them, 8 “Whenever you are invited by someone to a wedding feast, do not take the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Count The Costs Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 14, 2026

This is the 55th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#55] COUNT THE COSTS Luke 14:25-35 Introduction: In our text, Jesus speaks about the importance of counting the cost before committing to discipleship. He calls us to understand that following Him is not a light decision; it requires total dedication, sacrifice, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-35

Denomination: Baptist

Lost And Found Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 18, 2026

This is the 56th Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#56] LOST AND FOUND Luke 15:1-10 Introduction: This has been a difficult week. My Aunt Peggy passed away on Tuesday. Because of some Church battles where she attended for over 40 years, she said to just not have a service. I told the family that my brother and I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

No Longer Hiding: From Shame To Belonging

Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 20, 2026

The gospel restores belonging before behavior, covering shame with presence so hiding loses its necessity and transformation grows from safety.

Most of us think we know what the problem is. We think the problem is sin. Or disobedience. Or failure. Or a lack of discipline. Or not trying hard enough. Scripture does not ignore them. Very early in the biblical story—before commandments, before systems, before religion is fully formed—the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:25, Genesis 3:8-10, Psalm 32:1, Luke 15:20-24, Romans 8:1, Hebrews 12:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Why Is The Kingdom Open To The ‘least Of These’? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 20, 2026

We are familiar with Jesus talking about "the least of these," but why are they a target of the Kingdom? This parable gives us insight into that question.

AN INTERESTING QUESTION: How did we get to the place where “the least of these” is such a focus of the Kingdom? - Luke 14:12-15. - You are probably tired of hearing me repeat that important interpretation principle: context is key. - Most of you fully know what I mean but for anyone visiting, let ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24

Denomination: Baptist

True And False Disciples Revealed

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 20, 2026

Matthew 7 contains one of the most shocking statements from Jesus about true and false disciples. True disciples are both known by Jesus and belong to Jesus.

Sermon – True and False Disciples Revealed Scripture Lesson: Matthew 7:21-23, “Not everyone who calls out to me, ‘Lord! Lord!’ will enter the Kingdom of Heaven. Only those who actually do the will of my Father in heaven will enter. On judgment day many will say to me, ‘Lord! Lord! We prophesied ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23, Luke 14:26-27, 1 Corinthians 9:27

Denomination: Methodist

Come And Eat

Contributed by David Dunn on Jan 20, 2026

The risen Christ meets disoriented, ashamed people with presence, restores fellowship through shared life, and invites us to belong again at the table.

Part 1 — Hunger and Disorientation There is a particular kind of confusion that comes after everything you hoped for has already happened. It is not the confusion of despair. It is not the confusion of disbelief. It is the confusion of now what? That is where John 21 begins. The resurrection has ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-14, Genesis 3:8-10, Genesis 2:25, Luke 15:20-24, Hebrews 12:2, Romans 8:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Great Banquet

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jan 22, 2026

The Parable of the Great Banquet in Luke, what does it teach us?

The Great Banquet Luke 14:15-24 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 14:15 Now when one of those who were reclining at the table with Him heard this, he said to Him, “Blessed is everyone who will eat bread in the kingdom of God!” 16 But He said to him, “A man was giving a big dinner, and he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24

Denomination: United Methodist

A Seat At The Table

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Jan 24, 2026

This was preached the first Sunday of advent and also on a Sunday that we celebrated Holy Communion.

“THE TABLE YOU WEREN’T SURE YOU BELONGED AT I don’t know if you’ve ever been invited somewhere and you thought, “I’m not supposed to be here.” Maybe a nice dinner… a wedding… a banquet… something where everybody else looked sharp, polished, put-together … and you walked in feeling like the odd one ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-22, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Must Care About The Lost And Reach Them Series

Contributed by Ron Bridgewater on Jan 26, 2026

This is sermon #4 in our series "At theCore"

Anybody here ever lose something? Maybe it was your wallet, or a set of keys. Some of you lose your glasses only to find out that they are actually on top of your head. Am I preaching to anyone today? I remember I was in the 7th grade at Brazil Jr High School and I lost my nylon Velcro wallet. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

A Simple Metaphor Jesus Uses That Is Surprisingly Complicated Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 27, 2026

Jesus speaks here about "salt." It seems a simple word picture but it's more complicated than it first appears. What is Jesus trying to teach us here?

- I’m going to take a deep dive into the words of Jesus here about salt. - At one level, this seems a simple metaphor. But I have long been frustrated that the actual words used here create some confusion. I leave with more questions than answers. Thus, I want to use this as an opportunity to dig ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:34-35, Mark 9:49-50, Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

The Cost Of Discipleship

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Jan 29, 2026

What does it take to become a true disciple for Jesus Christ?

The cost of discipleship Luke 14:25 – 34 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz 25 Now large crowds were going along with Him, and He turned and said to them, 26 “If anyone comes to Me and does not hate his own father, mother, wife, children, brothers, sisters, yes, and even his own life, he cannot be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-34

Denomination: United Methodist