Sermons on Mark 9:40:

But Who Is The Greatest

Contributed by Frank Zerbel on Feb 4, 2005

This sermon deals with our everyday egos

But Who Is The Greatest Pastor Frank Zerbel © 2005 FORGIVEN! Community Church Mark 9:33-41 By the middle of my freshman year of High School my passion was music. I had problems consecrating in other classes anticipating music. Why was it that until 9th grade I enjoyed music and singing, but I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:33-41

Criticism Not Handled Properly Can Be An Evil Thing Indeed.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Nov 23, 2016

The wrong type of criticism can lead to all sorts of problems. This we must be aware, so that we can handle those who would put us down; criticism to them being a weapon.

This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s, Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 30th September 2012; St Oswald’s is a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries. The readings for today are: Esther 7:1-6, 9-10; 9:20-22 Psalm 12 James 5:13-20 Mark ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Episcopal

God's Great Blueprint

Contributed by Tamela Walker on Apr 18, 2016

Understanding how God wants to season us with his word and create a blueprint for Christianity

God’s Great Blueprint Seasoning from the Word Mark 9:33-34; 49-50: 33. And he came to Capernaum: and being in the house he asked them, What was it that all of you disputed among yourselves by the way? 34. But they held their peace: for by the way they had disputed among themselves, who ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:33-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Most Important Issue In Anyone's Life

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 19, 2015

There are two ways to become miserable, and two ways to become happy.

26th Sunday in Course 2015 What is the most important issue in anybody’s life? What is it that we must have in order to be truly fulfilled? What, to appeal to you Latinists, is the sine qua non of human existence? Some consider it to be pleasure, and an absence of pain. They are the ones ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-48

Denomination: Catholic

Your Sincerity To God's Work Shall Be Rewarded

Contributed by William Baeta on Sep 22, 2015

“Salt is good, but if the salt has lost its saltiness, how will you make it salty again? Have salt in yourselves, and be at peace with one another.” (Mark 9:50)

Mk. 9:38-50 Theme: Your sincerity to God’s work shall be rewarded Text: Ester 9:20-22; James 5:13-20; Mk. 9:38-50 Introduction: The investigative journalist Anas Ameyaw Anas has over the years clearly revealed the lack of sincerity in the life of many Ghanaians. Sincerity is an important ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Sin Fighters

Contributed by Craig Condon on Sep 26, 2015

We must not look for labels or titles. We must look for attitudes, actions and spirit. Jesus rejoices when he sees mercy, justice and compassion in our lives, because when he sees them he sees God at work in our world.

In 2012 Dr. Michael Youssef, who is the founder and President of Leading the Way Ministries, wrote an article about a Christian Sunday school teacher who was leading a class of boys. After a conversation with one of the boys, the young man prayed and received Christ. That young man was D.L. Moody, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Anglican

Salt Of The Earth

Contributed by Craig Condon on Sep 26, 2015

If we show Jesus’ love in everything we do, we can do much to reduce bitterness and bring peace to our world.

Good morning boys and girls! How many of you have ever eaten something that didn’t taste very good? What did you do to make the food taste better? Did you put any salt on the food? Improving the taste of food is one of many uses for salt. Salt is used to keep dyes from washing out so our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus Death & Discipleship Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 23, 2015

The call to be salty is a call for us to persevere as real disciples, who are inwardly pure. Who’ve held nothing back in following Jesus. It’s a call for us to be real disciples who welcome others and who glory in each other’s success.

This morning we remember those who served, and who gave their lives, in not just the Great War, but in all wars. We remember and give thanks for their dedication and service, their bravery and commitment. I know there are some here who have lost friends or family to war, or who have experienced ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-50

Denomination: Anglican

Children, Water, And Millstones Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 29, 2012

Are you salted? Has God’s salt penetrated into your fiber so that you are distinguished from your former life and from the people of the world?

Introduction Have you ever been part of a conversation (or more likely on the receiving end of a monologue) that went something like this. Did you hear the news about the robbery downtown? They caught the guy and the prosecutor says he is going to bring him to trial quickly. Speaking of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-50

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Cup Of Cold Water Christians

Contributed by Perry Hancock on Jul 17, 2012

Sermon to encourage Christians to serve one another and the world

(Hand out Peppermints to Congregation) Months ago I was preaching and a few minutes into the sermon I started coughing. I was not aware of it at the time but a man left the sanctuary and came back with a cup of cold water that saved me and the sermon. I knew then that the Lord wanted me to develop ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:33-41

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Inclusive

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 19, 2012

Jesus claims in this reading that to be a disciple one needs to be inclusive to all. Jesus was inclusive and calls us to be inclusive. The sermons teaches us the dangers of not being inclusive.

"Jesus is Inclusive" Mark 9:38-50 1. Our text starts out with the idea of who is included and those excluded • Our text says Mark 9:38"Teacher," said John, "we saw a man driving out demons in your name and we told him to stop, because he was not one of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Methodist

Salt Anyone?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Sep 29, 2012

Sermon for the Proper 21, Year B 2012

Mark 9: 38 – 50 / Salt Anyone? Intro: Mage has been a part of a juicy, slanderous gossip group. But, lately, she has been having 2nd thoughts. She approached her pastor asking if there was anything she could do to make amends. The Pastor took a basket of goose feathers and Mage to the top ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christians Only

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 3, 2011

We must strive to be Christians only, but we must never be so arrogant to claim that we are the only Christians.

A. There’s a story told of a man who was out on walk when he saw another man about to throw himself from a bridge into the river. 1. He ran over to the jumper to save him and asked, "Why do you want to kill yourself?" The man answered, "I've nothing to live for." 2. The rescuer asked, "Don't ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Service Leads To Honour Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 18, 2011

discipleship - (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Christ’s love for a lost world (vs 30-32). (2). Loving one another (vs 33-37). (3). Loving those outside the fellowship (vs 38-41). (4). Loving the lost (vs 42-50). SERMON BODY: Quote: A.W. Tozer (American Christian pastor, preacher & author) • “A real ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-50

Denomination: Brethren

Guidelines For Greatness Series

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Apr 6, 2011

What does it take to be "great" in God's Kingdom?

Guidelines for Greatness The Book of Mark Mark 9:20-42 I. Introduction: A. How do you define greatness? B. Some people spent a lot of time and energy attaining greatness. 1. In the business world your position is determined by how big a name you make for yourself. a) The greater you are the more ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:20-42

Denomination: Baptist