Sermons on movie metaphors: showing 316-330 of 22,479

It's A Wonderful Christian Life Series

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 29, 2008

As we look at the classic movie It’s A Wonderful Life, we discuss the impact that each of our Christian lives can have on the world around us.

Introduction: A. I hope and pray that you had a wonderful Christmas, we sure did. 1. I also hope you gave and received some special gifts. 2. I received a special gift from one of my daughters that will aid my preaching preparation. The title of the book is The Best of the Good Clean Jokes, by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Only Satisfying Endgame

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on May 22, 2019

Thoughs and Ideas based on the movie "The Avengers". Theme gained for articles based on "The Endgame" Jesus is the only ultimate endgame.

In Jesus Holy Name Easter V Redeemer I Timothy 1:15a, 2:3-6 “The Only Satisfying Endgame” Have you ever read comic books? If you have then you are familiar with Marvel Comics and their heroes. Endgame is a 2019 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-8, 1 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Lutheran

What Kind Of Fool Are You?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 18, 2022

Many of us have watched movies of wild animals on television. I enjoy watching them until they become vicious and start attacking and devouring each other.

I guess when they get like this, it reminds me of many church members that I know. There are many mean people in the world, and at times we find some of them within the church. That is, they are unkind and vicious in the way they treat others! Illus: They remind me of the story of President ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1, 1 Corinthians 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Stand Your Ground! Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jun 21, 2021

Message teaches the practical application of the metaphor of armor in Eph. 6:10-17. Christians are in a spiritual battle simply because they are Christians. In an increasingly antichristian culture this teaching becomes even more essential.

The title of this message is: Stand Your Ground! There are times and season when the devil’s assaults against believers are more intense than at other times. Scripture not only tells us to be prepared for such times, but also tells us how to be prepared. That’s our subject today. I am an optimist. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20, 1 Corinthians 16:9, Hebrews 11:32-35, 2 Corinthians 10:4, Proverbs 6:27-28, Ephesians 4:25, 1 Timothy 4:13, Mark 16:15, Luke 22:31-32, 1 Thessalonians 5:8, Luke 4:3-13, 1 Peter 3:15, Joshua 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Fire Of God Series

Contributed by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel on Mar 9, 2023

"The fire of God" is a biblical metaphor used to describe the power and presence of God. It shows that he is good at cleaning and refining things and that he can eat and destroy everything bad.

THE FIRE OF GOD Written by Senior Pastor Ndayiragije-Misigaro Joel, March 9, 2023 Hebrews 12:29 "For our God is a consuming fire." INTRODUCTION "The fire of God" is a biblical metaphor used to describe the power and presence of God. It shows that he is good at cleaning and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Washing Off The Grime Of Guilt Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Oct 8, 2005

3nd in 5 part series on overcoming the obstacles and difficulties of life using 5 different Psalms. We used a "journey" or "road" metaphor, i.e.,bumps of success, fear, guilt, the religious rut and grief, etc.

WASHING OFF THE GRIME OF GUILT Navigating the Bumps of Life - Week 3 PSALM 32 INTRODUCTION: The story is told that Noel Coward, the well known playwright, as a prank, once sent an identical anonymous letter to 10 notable men in London. The note said, "We know what you have done. If you don’t ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Seven Angry Men

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005

Examining anger by considering the experiences of seven biblical characters: Cain, Moses, Balaam, King Ahab, Haman, Esau, Absalom. Illustrated with clip from movie, "The Hulk".

Seven Angry Men Eph. 4:25-32[1] 3-7-04 Friday, the American Medical Association released the results of an interesting study teenage anger. The study was conducted at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. It found that teenagers, who don’t manage their anger, are at a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Charismatic

Facing The Giants: Faith To Face Your Impossibilities Series

Contributed by Michael Catt on Aug 28, 2006

In the movie, Facing the Giants, the team thought the playoffs were impossible, but Coach Taylor challenged them to believe God. What causes us to give up on the seemingly impossible?

Sherwood Baptist Church has one of the most dynamic media ministries of any church in America. They have produced Facing the Giants, arguably the best feature-length movie ever made by a local church. It’s a God-glorifying, excellently created sports film in the tradition of Hoosiers, Remember ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A John Wayne Sermon

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 8, 2022

Most Americans enjoy watching a good cowboy movie. One reason we like them is because even the most simple minded person can understand them.

Illus: Two cowboy friends, Joe and Bob, each bought a horse one summer. They enjoyed riding around and doing the things that cowboys do. When winter came, however, they did not want to pay to have their horses stabled for the winter. Instead, they decided to release them in a pasture and get ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Angels Among Us St. Michael And All Angels

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Sep 25, 2024

Angels are popular in our culture. Books and movies abound but focus on angels and people can slip into false worship. Angels are servants of God, messengers of God, protectors of believers.

In Jesus Holy Name September 29, 2024 Text: Luke 1:26-38 St Michael & All Angels Redeemer “Angels Among Us” St. Michael and All Angels In 1993 The Country Western Music group, Alabama, released a song entitled “Angels Among Us.” “I was walking home from school on a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-13, Revelation 22:9-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Beginnings - Identity Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the concept of new beginnings and second chances in life, as illustrated by the biblical book of Genesis and the real-life story of Michael Oher from the movie "The Blindside."

Have you seen the movie, “The Blindside?” It is a moving real-life drama of Michael Oher. He was a really big kid who grew up on the streets of Memphis. By God’s grace, he was adopted by a wonderful couple, a family very different than his. His mother was a mama-bear. She watched out for him. Well, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26

Topics: Identity, New Beginnings, Second Chances

Sermon Series: Beginnings

My Life As A Follower (2 Of 6) Series

Contributed by Mark Mcnees on May 2, 2007

A series called MyLife: Improving Your Profile. Basically, it’s a series looking at the phenomenon known as MySpace and using it as an extended metaphor to moving us closer to the heart and mind of God.

This message was originally given at Element3 Church in Tallahassee FL. To download this message’s corresponding PowerPoint, audio, and artistic elements for free please visit www.element3.org Well good morning, I’m Pastor Mark and we are in a series called My Life. What we’re doing is looking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Life As A Owner (4 Of 6) Series

Contributed by Mark Mcnees on May 2, 2007

A series called MyLife: Improving Your Profile. Basically, it’s a series looking at the phenomenon known as MySpace and using it as an extended metaphor to moving us closer to the heart and mind of God.

This message was originally given at Element3 Church in Tallahassee FL. To download this message’s corresponding PowerPoint, audio, and artistic elements for free please visit www.element3.org Reading from God’s word, 1 Kings 17:17-24 Some time later the woman’s son became sick. He grew worse ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:17-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Life As A Leader (3 Of 6) Series

Contributed by Mark Mcnees on May 18, 2007

A series called MyLife: Improving Your Profile. Basically, it’s a series looking at the phenomenon known as MySpace and using it as an extended metaphor to moving us closer to the heart and mind of God.

MyLife As a Leader By Pastor Mark McNees This message was originally given at Element3 Church in Tallahassee FL. To download this message’s corresponding PowerPoint, audio, and artistic elements for free please visit www.element3.org Drama Begins “Okay, I’m going to do something right this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Life As A Worshiper (1 Of 6) Series

Contributed by Mark Mcnees on Apr 24, 2007

A series called MyLife: Improving Your Profile. Basically, it’s a series looking at the phenomenon known as MySpace and using it as an extended metaphor to moving us closer to the heart and mind of God.

MyLife As a Worshiper By Pastor Mark McNees This message was originally given at Element3 Church in Tallahassee FL. To download this message’s corresponding PowerPoint, audio, and artistic elements for free please visit www.element3.org Hey, I’m Mark. I’m pastor here and we are starting a new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:22-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational