Sermons on Metaphors:

Redeemed By The Blood PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 23, 2023

This sermon explores the profound truth of our redemption through Christ, the significance of His sacrifice, and our response to this incredible gift. Key

Good morning, beloved family of God! Isn't it a blessing to gather together in His name, bound by His love, and warmed by His grace? We are here today, not by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here to celebrate the redemption realized through Christ, to appreciate the relevance of His ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:13-14, Titus 2:11-14, Ephesians 1:7-10

Topics: Redemption, Christ Alone

Overcoming The Homeless Spirit Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 16, 2025

In a world where stability and security are cherished, many individuals struggle with an invisible yet debilitating force known as the "homeless spirit.

In a world where stability and security are cherished, many individuals struggle with an invisible yet debilitating force known as the "homeless spirit." This spiritual condition goes beyond physical homelessness, manifesting in emotional, psychological, and relational instability. Rooted ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16, Matthew 19:16-30

A Leper Cleansed By Jesus.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 14, 2022

Leprosy is often used as a figure for sin.

A LEPER CLEANSED BY JESUS. Luke 5:12-16. The various skin diseases which fall under the Biblical heading of ‘leprosy’ have long stood as a metaphor for that worst of all human diseases: sin. However, this does not detract from the historicity of the incident which Luke now sets before us. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Glimpses Of Glory In The Fields: A Journey Through Luke 2:8-20 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 19, 2023

Luke 2:8-20, is where the heavenly curtains briefly draw back, revealing profound glimpses of divine glory. Lets explore this passage and uncover the treasures it holds for our hearts and spirits.

"Glimpses of Glory in the Fields: A Journey Through Luke 2:8-20" Introduction: Today we embark on a journey into the sacred pages of Luke 2:8-20, where the heavenly curtains briefly draw back, revealing profound glimpses of divine glory. Join me in exploring this passage as we uncover ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20, Luke 2:8-10, Luke 2:13-14, Isaiah 9:6, Luke 2:15-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gratitude Unleashed: Transformed By Truth Psalm 118:28 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 26, 2024

Today we gather to explore the transformative power of truth found in Psalm 118:28. This psalm resonates with the theme of gratitude—a powerful force that has the potential to bring about transformation in our lives.

Gratitude Unleashed: Transformed by Truth Psalm 118:28 Introduction: Today we gather to explore the transformative power of truth found in Psalm 118:28. This psalm resonates with the theme of gratitude—a powerful force that has the potential to bring about transformation in our lives. As we delve ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:28, Psalm 145:17, Psalm 118:24, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Colossians 2:6-7, Philippians 4:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Song Of The Thunderstorm. Abridged.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 5, 2024

“The voice of the LORD.”

THE SONG OF THE THUNDERSTORM. Psalm 29:1-11. 1. The thunderstorm. Storm clouds gather over the Mediterranean. The thunder rolls inland over the cedars of Lebanon, and lightning strikes strip the cedars bare. Even the mountains of the North seem to be shaken to their very foundations. The storm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 29:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Warnings And Promises For Evil Days. Revised.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 13, 2023

The end is not yet.

WARNINGS AND PROMISES FOR EVIL DAYS. Revised. Luke 21:5-19. Every so often we are confronted with all the uncertainty that arises from the dawn of what seem to be evil days. Over one hundred years ago people wondered if the fierce battles of World War One represented the Apocalyptic ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:5-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Can We Image Heaven Here On Earth?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 13, 2024

A look back at the history of God’s relationship as husband to Israel’s as wife, and Jesus's view of divorce and marriage.

Friday of the 19th Sunday in course 2024 I looked up the first reading we just heard on a sermon website to which I frequently contribute, and discovered no sermons posted on the passage from the prophet Ezekiel. Frankly, I find the story pretty gruesome on first reading. But some Scripture can be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:3-12, Isaiah 12:2-6, Ezekiel 16:1-15, Ezekiel 16:60-63

Denomination: Catholic

Love The Lord Thy God.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 18, 2024

The LORD is God alone, and will tolerate no rivals.

LOVE THE LORD THY GOD. Deuteronomy 6:4-9. One of the core texts in the whole Bible is the Shema (DEUTERONOMY 6:4-5). “Hear O Israel…” is something of a refrain in Deuteronomy, much as Jesus would later often say, ‘he who has ears to hear, let him hear.’ Here we are told who the LORD is, and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Pre-Eminence Of Christ.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 24, 2024

"It pleased the Father that in Him should all the fulness dwell" (COLOSSIANS 1:19).

THE PRE-EMINENCE OF CHRIST. Colossians 1:13-20. Paul celebrates the fact that the Father has already qualified us to receive the inheritance which awaits His saints. We are delivered from the power of darkness and have been translated into the kingdom of His dear Son (COLOSSIANS 1:13). This is ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:13-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Godly Communication With God And Unbelievers Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001

UNION WITH CHRIST MANIFESTS ITSELF IN CONSISTENT PRAYER, MISSIONARY FOCUS, EFFECTIVE TESTIMONY, AND GRACIOUS SPEECH

BIG IDEA: UNION WITH CHRIST MANIFESTS ITSELF IN CONSISTENT PRAYER, MISSIONARY FOCUS, EFFECTIVE TESTIMONY, AND GRACIOUS SPEECH INTRODUCTION Lucas: sees a twofold division: 1) speaking to God about people (:2-4) 2) speaking to people about God (:5-6) I. (:2-3A) CONSISTENT PRAYER – (directed to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Secret Of Success

Contributed by Don Hawks on Jul 8, 2007

What is the ultimate secret of success in business, in your career, in sales, in school, in sports, in all relationships, in life, in everything?

SERMON OUTLINE AND NOTES Bridgewater United Methodist Church -- Pastor Don Hawks 07. 15.07 THE SECRET OF SUCCESS Colossians 3:1-17, 23-24 Pew Bible, NT pp. 190 ANSWERS TO BLANKS--- INTRODUCTION: Don’t hold your nose! QUESTIONS TO ASK: 1--hold back; go all out; 2-- real Master, God CONCLUSION: ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-24

Denomination: Methodist

The Secret Of Success

Contributed by Don Hawks on Jul 12, 2007

What is the ultimate secret of success in business, in your career, in sales, in school, in sports, in all relationships, in life, in everything?

SERMON OUTLINE AND NOTES Bridgewater United Methodist Church -- Pastor Don Hawks 07. 15.07 THE SECRET OF SUCCESS Colossians 3:1-17, 23-24 Pew Bible, NT pp. 190 ANSWERS TO BLANKS--- INTRODUCTION: Don’t hold your nose! QUESTIONS TO ASK: 1--hold back; go all out; 2-- real Master, God CONCLUSION: ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-24

Denomination: Methodist

The Two Ways

Contributed by Carl Allen on Sep 16, 2008

The very beginning of the book Psalms, the author set forth two ways of life and the destinies of those who choose them.

The Two Ways Psalm 1:1-6 Series: Spiritual Truths from Psalms Intro In the Psalms we find our deepest thoughts expressed. Reverence for God, excitement in knowing him, and terror when we fell cut off from his presence; all of these are set forth explicitly in these hymns of ancient Israel. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Tail Of Two Kingdoms

Contributed by Andy Payne on Jan 16, 2010

The reason why there is so much muck in the world is due to the battle of the wills. Jesus wants this to be different. But for it to be different—we need to surrender our wills to his wills and be like him.

The Tale of Two Kingdoms James 4:1-6 Intro: Charles Dickens Tale of Two Cities Pub. 1859 Historical novel Around French Revolution end of 18th C The Two Cities are i. London and Paris ii. The Old Paris (before the Revolution) and the New Paris (after) Thought to be a metaphor for the ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist