Sermons on Muttering: showing 1-15 of 1,465

Doing The Right Thing Is Not Always The 'done' Thing

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 3, 2010

A short talking looking at how Zacchaeus and Jesus both did the right thing, even though in the eyes of those around them it was not the 'done' thing. Jesus in particular upset 'all the people' by eating a meal with Zacc. It was not the 'done' thing - but

There is a phrase from my childhood that has been rattling around in my brain this morning. Some might say it is rattling around because it is bouncing around all by itself with no other thoughts to keep it company! Yes, I know, we men are not too good at doing two things at once, but I’m ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

When Is The Party In Heaven At It’s Loudest?

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jul 10, 2011

If we have ever temporarily lost a child whilst shopping or at the beach, or lost a precious belonging, we will begin to grasp how God feels towards lost people.

In October 1984 my brother-in-law Alasdair got lost. As a family they had visited Venice – long before I knew them – Sandy and Valerie my in-Laws, Moira my wife who was 14 at the time, and Alasdair who was 11. They were at St. Mark’s square, Venice – at the same time as Queen Elizabeth the Queen ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

Christ Receiveth Sinful Men

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Feb 3, 2013

Seeing the vilest of Jewish society coming to Christ, the enemies of our Lord Him muttered, "This man receiveth sinners." What a grand and glorious truth - Christ receiveth sinful men!

Christ Receiveth Sinful Men Luke 15:1-2 Seeing the vilest of Jewish society coming to Christ, the enemies of our Lord muttered "This man receiveth sinners." What they meant as an insult in these words was in reality the highest tribute to the Lord and the greatest message to every one of us. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

The Praying Postures And Patterns

Contributed by Nelson Emeonu on Aug 20, 2014

Prayer is a part of our worship and communion with God. He is not interested with our half-hazard or muttered words. He needs our sincere fellowship. He is never tired of hearing you.

“He cast himself down upon the earth, and put his face between His knees” (1 Kings 18:42) Some of the praying postures being practiced and used by people include; a.SITTING; Someone can sit down, focus his heart on the Lord and still communicate properly to God. This is mainly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:42

Denomination: Anglican

Confidence And Success Living The Scriptures

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Mar 7, 2011

To meditate the God’s word is to ponder, mutter or consider it in your mind until it becomes personal revelation. When you discover the deeper meaning behind a scripture, God seems to manifest Himself just for you. He becomes your personal God.

Confidence and Success Living the Scriptures Joshua 1:8-9 This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8-9

Denomination: Church Of God

Meditate & Do Principle

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jul 19, 2012

Joshua 1:8 tells us to meditate and do what is in God's Word. What does the word Meditate mean to you? To study? To Ponder? To think about? But when we study this principle from the Hebrew root of the word, we see a whole new meaning, a true blessing

Joshua 1:8 This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou shalt have good success. PRINCIPLE: MEDITATE on the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The View From Here

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 20, 2018

Some people are sell outs. They turn their backs on family and friends for opportunity or wealth. What's your price? Have you sold out or been sold out by friends unjustly? Jesus enters a town famous for its sell outs and offers forgiveness & salvation

The View from Here LUKE 19:1-9 Joshua 2 Message: We are now in the third week of our journey with Jesus as He makes His way to Jerusalem to receive the agony and glory that await. Three weeks ago Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead and caused a great stir in Bethany. This stir also affected ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-9, Romans 3:22-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Test 2 Of 9: Prophecy Must Agree With The Letter & Spirit Of Scripture Series

Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Nov 28, 2004

Wherever the Holy Spirit says "Yes" in the scripture, he says "Yes" also through prophecy. And wherever he says "No" in the scripture, he says "No" also through prophecy. True prophecy never contradicts the scripture.

Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed with this sermon compilation, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail from you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:17-20

Denomination: Charismatic

The "Lost' Parables

Contributed by Keith Butler on Aug 24, 2005

Why did the Pharisees receive these parables from Jesus? Because they did not rejoice over the lost being found.

THE “LOST” PARABLES Luke 15:1-32 Key Verse and Theme: “But we had to celebrate and be glad, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.” (Luke 15:32) 1. Who was Jesus addressing? A. The tax collectors and “sinners” were all gathering around to hear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Parable Of The Lost Sheep

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jul 13, 2012

That one single lost sheep is as worthy and as loved as a flock of 99 safe sheep or saved sheep. And that heaven rejoices more over the one lost soul that repents than it does over a whole church who already believes.

The Parable of the Lost Sheep 15:4-7pp -- Mt 18:12-14 1 Now the tax collectors and "sinners" were all gathering around to hear him. 2 But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, "This man welcomes sinners and eats with them." 3 Then Jesus told them this parable: 4 "Suppose one of you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:10-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Joshua Principle

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 8, 2013

Do we really know what the WORD tells us? Do we understand what the word "MEDITATE" means? You’ve got to go back to the origin of the word "MEDITATE" to understand this principle Chew on this principle for a better life.

The Joshua Principle Joshua 1:8 By William Akehurst HSWC Joshua 1:8 This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lost

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Sep 14, 2019

Our job as Christians is to seek out the lost and rejoice as they return to God.

Lost? Luke 15: 1 - 10 Intro: There is an old Jewish story of a farmer to whom God granted three wishes with the understanding that his neighbor would get double what the farmer wished. Wish number 1 was for 100 cattle / the neighbor got 200. Wish number 2 was for 100 acres of land / the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How Brave Are You, Really? (Joshua 1:1-9) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Nov 29, 2021

Real courage: holding a sword, and obeying/trusting God.

This morning, we start a new series on Joshua. Rather than explain anything, immediately, let's just dive right in. Joshua 1:1: (1) And then, after the death of Moses the servant of Yahweh, Yahweh spoke to Joshua son of Nun, servant of Moses, saying, (2) "Moses my servant has died, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-9

The Path To Blessing And Happiness (Psalm 1:1-6) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 9, 2022

If you lack joy, and happiness, and prosperity in life, look at your feet.

What are the first things you should teach new Christians? What is it, that they most need to know, now? Maybe, we'd answer this question by turning to Hebrews 6:1-2: 6 Therefore let us leave the elementary doctrine of Christ and go on to maturity, not laying again a foundation of repentance ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-2, Galatians 6:8-9, Romans 8:12-13, Psalm 1:1-6

Learn From Zacchaeus Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 4, 2013

Do not be a "know-it-all" Christian but learn from Zacchaeus.

Let us continue our worship by learning from God’s Word. Please open your Bibles to Luke 18…. Look again at v18-23….. We noted last week that this ruler thought he was going to heaven because he had done the best he could in the sight of men. But because he lacked full ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible