Sermons on Mlk Sunday:

Palm Sunday

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Apr 11, 2011

As we all know, today is Palm Sunday. Today is the day that the historical triumphal entrance of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem is celebrated. And today is the day that marks the beginning of the last week of our Lord here on earth.

As we all know, today is Palm Sunday. Today is the day that the historical triumphal entrance of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem is celebrated. And today is the day that marks the beginning of the last week of our Lord here on earth. Needless to say that at this point in time, Jesus was very well ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Palm Sunday

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 12, 2011

The key to understanding how the crowds turned on Jesus between Palm Sunday and Good Friday is found in the ownership of the donkey

TAS / WSM 17-04-2011 Palm Sunday 2011 This morning’s Gospel reading is the beginning of one of the most momentous weeks in Antiquity – in AD 29. Indeed one of the most important weeks in history. We know the story so well that it is hard to find something new to say. So I would like to ask ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Palm Sunday

Contributed by David Trexler on Apr 12, 2011

Don’t we in the midst of our brokenness sometimes need to have our heads examined?

Sermon for Palm Sunday April 17, 2011 When living in Jasper Indiana my family and I collected cats. That’s right cats. We lived on three acres surrounded by thousands of acres of farm land. Therefore we encountered quite a few varmints such as snakes and mice. Hence cats. At one time I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:11-54

Denomination: Lutheran

Palm Sunday

Contributed by Greg Nance on Apr 20, 2011

How are we to understand and apply the events of Jesus triumphal entry into Jerusalem? Let's look at the background for Palm Sunday and then observe how we can be more like Jesus.

Today is traditionally known as Palm Sunday, the Sunday before Jesus was crucified, buried and raised. This day is celebrated as the day of Jesus' Triumphal Entry into Jerusalem. I hope you have a Bible handy and will follow along. We will look at several passages of scripture in our lesson. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Super Sundays

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Feb 7, 2011

One Sunday each year the Super Bowl is played, thus it is considered a "Super Sunday" - but the Bible lays out at least 3 SUPER SUNDAYS for us to celebrate!

Super Sundays Gen 1:1-5, Luke 24, Acts 2 * Since 2006 we have celebrated “Super Sunday” on the first Sunday of February. This is the Sunday that each year the professional football final game is played which is called the “Super Bowl.” Ever since my first pastorate in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Pentecost Sunday

Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 10, 2019

There is a saying: If you have the Word without the Spirit, you dry up."

PENTECOST intro to Penitential rite— The Spirit sanctifies. There is a saying: If you have the Word without the Spirit, you dry up." If we don’t let air in or fan the embers or charcoal until they glow, no BBQ. 2 Timothy, Chapter 1 Verse 6 mentions: “That is why I am reminding you now ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

Mothering Sunday

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Mar 30, 2019

Mother like qualities of God

Mothering Sunday sermon Introduction: At the last Prayer and Praise meeting is WSG, Wendy Hill gave a talk that focussed on the motherly qualities of God and she started her talk with looking at Genesis 1. 1. Man and Woman in the Image of God She pointed out that in Genesis 1 we read 27 So God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27, Zephaniah 3:17, Isaiah 49:14

Denomination: Anglican

Palm Sunday

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 28, 2023

this message emphasizes the importance of Palm Sunday as compared to Easter Sunday.

Here we are coming together on what is celebrated as the first day of Holy week. We called today Palm Sunday. The church attendance on Palm Sunday is usually not as numerous as the attendance will be on Easter Sunday. And yet today is the day that began the week of Jesus's final journey ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9, Luke 19:30, Matthew 21:9, Psalm 118:26, Matthew 22:37-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Palm Sunday Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Mar 30, 2023

This story is found in all four gospels. This is Passover and Jerusalem has thousands of pilgrims from all over the known world.

Palm Sunday This story is found in all four gospels. This is Passover and Jerusalem has thousands of pilgrims from all over the known world. Mark 11:7-10 NIV When they brought the colt to Jesus and threw their cloaks over it, he sat on it. 8 Many people spread their cloaks on the road, while others ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:7-10, Zechariah 9:9, Mark 11:15-18, Psalm 118:25-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Easter Sunday Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 6, 2023

The very first person to confess Jesus as Son of God after the crucifixion was the very person who crucified him.

Easter Sunday 2023 Matthew 27:51-54 At that moment the curtain of the temple was torn in two from top to bottom. The earth shook, the rocks split 52 and the tombs broke open. The bodies of many holy people who had died were raised to life. 53 They came out of the tombs after Jesus’ resurrection ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:51-54, John 20:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mission Sunday

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 1, 2022

I want to help frame the idea of “mission work” in a way that includes opportunities for Christians and the church.

Note: This sermon is written by Daniel Kirkendall, prepared for July 3, 2022. Honduras Sunday As I share about my experience in Honduras and the opportunities that are available to us here at Forsythe, there are a few questions I want us to think about moving forward. John just wrapped up a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44, Luke 9:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Palm Sunday

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 16, 2024

What important events surround Palm Sunday? Let's find out in Matthew 21.

Palm Sunday brings lessons on the purpose of church buildings, faith, heavenly versus human authority, following through after saying yes, and producing fruit. Let’s review them in Matthew 21. Palm Sunday Christianity reveals God’s love. Pontius Pilate is a caricature of the failure of human ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Easter Sunday

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Mar 27, 2024

There are three resurrection moments in Scripture.

Easter Sunday March 31, 2024 There are three resurrection moments in Scripture. 1. The resurrection of Jesus. John 20:1-7 NIV Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb and saw that the stone had been removed from the entrance. 2 So she came ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-7, Revelation 20:11-12, Colossians 3:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thomas Sunday Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 6, 2024

This passage gives three characteristics of Thomas, He was a confused Thomas (John 20:24-25), convinced Thomas (John 20:26-28), and committed Thomas (John 20:29). Our encounter with Christ brings many experiences.

Theme: My Lord My God Text: John 20:24-29   Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever!   Introduction: This month we will meditate on the appearances of the Resurrected Lord Jesus. The evets and persons whom Jesus met between the resurrection and ascension are another ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Methodist

Ascension Sunday

Contributed by Rev Kenneth Roach on May 11, 2021

On keeping ones soul. Preached on May 18th 1969 at Plymouth Bethesda Church Utica.

And when he had called the people onto him with his disciples also, he said unto them, whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross and follow me. For who whosoever will save his life shall lose it; but whosoever shall lose his life for my sake and the gospels, the same ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-37