Sermons on Man:

Call No Man Father! Series

Contributed by David Smith on Jun 19, 2009

You must not be called ’Teacher,’ because you are all equal and have only one Teacher. And you must not call anyone here on earth ’Father,’ because you have only the one Father in heaven. Nor should you be called ’Leader,’ because your one and only leader

“Call no man ‘Father’” says Jesus. That’s part of our reading today from Matthew 23. Jesus says, “call no man ‘Father’”. What’s that doing here? And I don’t just mean what’s it doing here as this week’s reading. I mean, what’s it doing in the Bible? Since the (not so recent) publication of “The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:8-11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Measure Of A Successful Man

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Jun 19, 2009

As you study Joseph’s life you will attain a new measure of success.

How do you measure success? Some people measure success by money. Some people measure success by power. Some people measure success by public opinion. On this father’s day I want to take a look at a man in the Bible who was considered a successful man. I believe many people have a warped idea of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Being A Real Man

Contributed by Larry Finley on Jun 22, 2009

God’s Church is in desperate need of real men.

BEING A REAL MAN 6/21/09 Psalm 112 S__ R__ L__ 1. God is Searching for Real Men Proverbs 20:6 Most men will proclaim every one his own goodness: but a faithful man who can find? Ezekiel 22:30 And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand in the gap before ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 112:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Faith, The Measure Of A Man

Contributed by Mark Roper on Jun 24, 2009

Faith is knowledge passing into conviction, and it is conviction passing into confidence. Nothing is more disastrous than to study faith, analyze faith, make noble resolves of faith, but never actually to walk in faith

Faith, the Measure of a Man Most words in our spiritual vocabulary are difficult to define. They denote something invisible and intangible to be understood in the Spirit. Words like love, peace, and faith are best defined in the Bible. The author of the Book of Hebrews defines faith in these ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Church Of God

The Rich Man And Lazarus Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Jul 13, 2009

While judgment, salvation, discipleship, and the kingdom are elements of this story, this parable is about wealth. Jesus is concerned with the neglect of the poor because people are selfish with their wealth.

The Parables of Jesus The Rich Man and Lazarus Luke 16:19-31 July 12, 2009 Now we turn to the parable of the rich man and Lazarus. It is true that this is parable about discipleship as well as the future kingdom. But it is a parable specifically about money. How discipleship impacts our use of our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Church Of God

"The Gospel Not Of Man"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 5, 2009

What aspect of the Gospel differentiates it from every philosophy or doctrinal statement of mankind? It is that it comes directly from God. It is otherworldly. It is entirely divine in origin.

“For I would have you know, brethren, that the gospel which was preached by me is not according to man.” Vs 11 Preacher and Bible commentator, John Stott, said this in his exposition of Paul’s letter to the Galatians: “To tamper with the gospel is to trouble the church… Indeed the church’s ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-24

Denomination: Orthodox

Christ Is Fully Man Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Nov 7, 2009

We must have a human Christ,... one of real flesh and blood too; one to whom we can talk, one with whom we can walk, one who is so intimately connected with us in ties of blood...

Dakota Community Church November 1, 2009 Christ is Fully Man Series: Incomparable Christ -2 Partially Adapted from a Sermon by C.H. Spurgeon From “The First Sermon in the Tabernacle” - Delivered on Monday Afternoon, March 25th, 1861 Acts 5:42 Day after day, in the temple courts and from house ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:13-16

Denomination: Mennonite

Joseph: A Man Of Purpose Series

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Nov 18, 2009

Genesis 50:15-21. A look at how the purposes of God are revealed in the life of Joseph through divine providence.

LESSONS FROM THE LIVES OF THE PATRIARCHS GENESIS PART 2 | PATRIARCHAL HISTORY JOSEPH: A MAN OF PURPOSE GENESIS 50:15-21 [INTRODUCTION] What do you think of when you hear the word “purpose”? Most of us probably think of either doing something “on purpose” or purposely, or living life with purpose; ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Rich Man & Lazarus

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 10, 2010

Explanation & application of this uncomfortable parable (PowerPoint slides for this talk available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Rich Man And Lazarus Reading: Luke chapter 16 verses 19-31 Quote • J.D. Rockerfeller’s advice on how to get rich: • (1). Go to work early. • (2). Stay at work late. • (3). Find oil! This chapter starts off with The Parable of the Shrewd Manager. • A parable about money; • In which Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:16-31

Denomination: Brethren

A Man With Two Wives

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 18, 2010

Jacob marries Leah & Rachel. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Genesis chapter 29 Ill: • For the romantics among you; • Let me remind you that it in 20 days time it will be St Valentines Day: • A day when traditionally we send a card to our loved ones; • And maybe something extra e.g. a red rose or a romantic meal ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:1-35

Denomination: Brethren

Lawlessness: The Man And The Mystery

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 27, 2010

Lawlessness: The man and the mystery (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: chapter 2 verses 1-12: Ill: • A university student was seen with a large "K" printed on his T- shirt. • When someone asked him what the "K" stood for, he said, "Confused." " • “But," the questioner replied, "you don't spell ‘confused’ with a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Brethren

A Sharp Dressed Man

Contributed by Jeremy Houck on Dec 29, 2003

Paul tell us that to be pleasing to God there are some things that we must put on.

I went to our local thrift store and bought an outfit, (Dark brown 1970’s pants, Hot Pink 1980’s shirt, Ugly tie, and 1950’s navy blue sports coat with red stiching) to preach this sermon. It went over real well. A Sharp Dressed Man Colossians 3: 5-14 By now the all of your Christmas presents ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:5-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Man God Uses

Contributed by Dixon Olu. David on Feb 16, 2004

Just a little has been said of what God can do through an available vessel. God is ready to use you. Present yourself now to Him as a ready and willing vessel.

First delivered 19th February 1995 THEME: CHRIST’S AMBASSADOR TOPIC: The Man God Uses TEXT: The Book of Esther OUTLINE: Introduction I The Ambassador on Test,Chapters 1, 2 II The Ambassador in Trouble,Chapter 3 III The Ambassador in Trial,Chapter. 4 IV The Ambassador in ...read more

Denomination: Foursquare

Encounter With A Blind Man Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Feb 18, 2004

All of our spiritual eyes are blinded, but by God’s Amazing grace we can spiritually see.

“Jesus’ Encounter with a Blind Man” Introduction: Amazing Grace! How sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me I once was lost, but now am found Was blind, but now I see I believe that a person can suffer from blindness and still have 20/20 vision. I believe that person can see thing around ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Downfall Of A Strong Man

Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Feb 20, 2004

The Bible account of the life of King Uzziah is a tragic example of unguarded success.

The Bible account of the life of King Uzziah is a tragic example of unguarded success. His glorious entrance into the stage of success was highlighted by the Lord, but his disgraceful exit was a fruit of his reckless attitude triggered by pride of man. The spiritual message we get from his life ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 26:1-23

Denomination: Baptist