Sermons on narrative lectionary:

The Legend Of The Little Drummer Boy

Contributed by Jonathan Twitchell on Nov 7, 2006

This fictional narrative imagines what that first Christmas might actually have looked like through the eyes of the Little Drummer Boy.

The following is a work of fiction. Please feel free to use it in a spoken inspirational context (i.e., as a Reading or Meditation presented orally at Christmastime.) Please do not reproduce or republish by email or on the web without the author’s permission. (c) 2003 J. K. Twitchell The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-4, Luke 21:1

Denomination: Nazarene

What's In A Name? Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 3, 2007

The second in a series of messages on the person of Jesus as seen through the Christmas story. This message focuses on the names of Jesus as seen in the birth narrative.

What’s in a Name? Selected Passages December 2, 2007 Morning Service Introduction When Elizabeth was pregnant with Abigail, she was due in early December. As we approached the holidays, there was a great anticipation. I will never forget the conversation that Elizabeth and I had about naming ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Church Of God

Christmas Eve 2018

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 2, 2019

This is not really so much of a sermon as it is a first person accounting of the Incarnation narrative by the Biblical characters involved. It also includes suggested songs.

Christmas Eve 2018 Start Christmas Instrumental Music video at 6:45 Welcome and Opening Prayer - ________________________ Lighting of the Christ Candle - ________________________ Song We Lift the Light of Hope (F) (Verse 5 only) Reader ___________________ Let’s prepare our hearts to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:5-25

Denomination: Nazarene

Resurrection Sunday 2016

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Mar 29, 2016

Proof of the resurrection of Jesus is found in the Bible not just by the witness narratives but also in the spiritual transformations of Jesus' half brothers, James and Jude.

Jesus Is Risen! He Is Risen Indeed! That’s not something we just chant and repeat mindlessly over and over to convince ourselves of some unprovable fact. There are eye witness testimonies; over 500 eye witnesses at one time, in fact. Luke 24:1-12 NIV “On the first day of the week, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-12

Denomination: Nazarene

The Tables Are Turning

Contributed by Charles Jones on Jul 21, 2022

God has written the synopsis of your story and even though the narrative is not looking good right now. The tables are about to be turned!

"THE TABLES ARE TURNING" TEXT 2 CHRONICLES 20:22 Many people have been in circumstances where it has felt like the enemy is controlling the scenario of your story. If you can relate to this in one or more areas, I’m here to tell you to take heart! Because the tables are about to be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Far Will God Go To Reach Lost People?

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Jan 13, 2025

This is a narrative message about the conversion of Cornelius - and the conversion of Peter to reaching outside the Jewish world. God shows Peter that the gospel is for everyone.

Text: Acts 10 Title: How far will God go to reach people? Subject: How did God overcome barriers to reach the gentiles? Complement: by extraordinary means – including the “conversion” of Peter! Big idea: How far will God go to share the gospel? Story - Joe Rogan podcast (Largest audience ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mary, Did You Know? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 28, 2023

Explores Mary's faith in accepting God's will, encouraging us to trust God's promises and be active participants in His redemptive narrative.

Good morning, beloved family of God. I have the distinct privilege of standing before you today, not by my own merit, but by the grace of our Lord, Jesus Christ. We are gathered together in His name, bound by the love He has lavished upon us, and driven by the hope He has instilled within us. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Topics: Mary, News

Love That Transforms Us/Our Wondrous Light PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 18, 2023

This sermon invites us to deeply engage with the biblical narrative of Jesus' birth, allowing it to transform our lives and strengthen our faith.

Beloved congregation, I welcome you today with a heart full of gratitude and a spirit brimming with anticipation. We are gathered here, not by chance, but by divine providence. We are not here merely to listen, but to engage, to be transformed, to be stirred by the very words of God Himself. Today, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Luke 2:1-14

Topics: Advent, Messiah

John's Journey To Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 8, 2024

This sermon explores the intertwined stories of John the Baptist and Jesus Christ, highlighting their roles in God's redemption narrative and their impact on our faith.

Welcome, beloved friends, to another beautiful day of fellowship and worship. We are gathered here, not by chance, but by divine appointment, under the banner of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We are united in our shared faith, bound by the love of Christ, and propelled by the Spirit of God to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-15

Topics: Preparing, Way

Let Go Of Lazarus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 16, 2024

This sermon explores faith in Jesus Christ through the narrative of Lazarus' resurrection, emphasizing the power of faith in overcoming death and finding freedom.

Good morning, beloved family of faith. It is a joy to be standing here before you today, united in our love for God and His Word. We gather here, not as strangers, but as brothers and sisters, bound by the love of Christ, eager to draw closer to Him. Today, we are going to turn our hearts and minds ...read more

Scripture: John 11:41-44

Topics: Faith

Going From Bitter To Better PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 19, 2024

This sermon explores trusting God in times of pain, seeking redemption, and embracing resurrection through the narrative of Ruth, Naomi, and Boaz. Key

Welcome, dear friends, to this gathering of hearts and souls in search of solace and strength from the Word of God. We gather here, not as strangers, but as a family bound by the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. Our lives, so beautifully diverse in experience, yet so united in purpose, are like ...read more

Topics: Restoration, Redemption, Resurrection

The Amazing Holy Spirit

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Jun 4, 2017

A sermon based on all three Year A lectionary pericopes for the Day of Pentecost: Numbers 11:24-30; Acts 2:1-21; John 7:37-39.

Day of Pentecost Yr A, 4/06/2017 Num 11:24-30; Acts 2:1-21; Jn 7:37-39 Rev. Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson “The amazing Holy Spirit” Today we celebrate the third major festival of the church year, the Day of Pentecost. Pentecost means fifty, and so it is an appropriate name, since Pentecost Sunday falls ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39, Numbers 11:24-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Father Dave's Sex Talk (A Sermon On The Song Of Songs)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 19, 2007

OK guys. It’s time for Father Dave’s sex talk! It comes once every three years, when the passage from the Song of Songs appears in the lectionary. ...

OK guys. It’s time for Father Dave’s sex talk! It comes once every three years, when the passage from the Song of Songs appears in the lectionary. When you were in school, you used to get this talk every year. If you were in a Christian Youth Group, you probably got this talk every week! Most of ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Don't Sweat The Small Stuff Series

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Sep 14, 2020

Sermon one of a four-part lectionary series for Propers 18-21, Year A. This sermon focuses on how reconciliation between people, and even systems, can bring peace.

Series: Leaning Into the Peace of God Sermon: Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff Today begins a sermon series on how leaning into God's peace can renew our purpose during the exhaustion of this pandemic. There is a temptation – and I fall prey to it as well – to only utilize this time for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Episcopal

God Fought The Battle

Contributed by Mark Haines on Nov 25, 2000

A biographical narrative sermon challenging God's people in my care to believe He can fight whatever battle it takes to save anyone.

HER NAME WAS RAHAB AND HER OCCUPATION WAS “HOSTESS.” Lonely travelers could find a hot meal and a warm bed at her “Bed & Breakfast.” But they could find even more – if her guests longed for companionship she would provide that too. She was a prostitute. HER NAME WAS RAHAB AND HER PEOPLE WERE ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-24, Joshua 6:1-25

Denomination: Wesleyan