Sermons on Natural Olive Tree:

Why A Crooked Jew Would Climb A Tree

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Jun 1, 2015

God can forgive the worst of sinners

I. Hope - Zacchaeus’ desire (vs.1-4) - Illustration of Flagstaff Flooding # 1 - It has been said “Hope means hoping when things are hopeless”. - Hope is merely platitude when there is no need for hope - It is only when things are truly hopeless that hope becomes a strength. - Or ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

"Getting Ready For Christmas: Jesus' Family Tree"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 28, 2018

A sermon for the 1st Sunday in Advent.

“Getting Ready for Christmas: Jesus’ Family Tree” Matthew 1:1-17 The last church I served had an amazing ministry aimed at helping the more than 150 children living—full-time--in nearby extended-stay hotels. We had an after-school tutoring, mentoring and feeding program—not unlike Safe ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Flourishing Like A Tree To Live A Fruitful Life

Contributed by Pastor David Parla on Oct 6, 2020

when we are planted by God with his sanctifying word, we then can produce: fruit in season–ripe and good to eat; what does the Bible tell us about fruit or produce?

1. Flourish to be a Blessing Psalm 1: 3 Introduction A.) today I would like to share about one way to be a blessing to others b) in today's reading we learn about being a tree, c) tree in the Bible is symbolic of an individual d) and there are 3 aspects about being flourished like tree ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39, Psalm 143:6, Revelation 22:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good Foundations, Good Trees, Good Fruit

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 13, 2023

Good trees like figs and peaches and dates produce good fruit. Good men and women produce good actions from the good treasure in their hearts.

Saturday of the 23rd Week in Course 2023 One of the more memorable periods in our married life was the year in which we decided to build a new house in a gated community. That was, no doubt, one of the less intelligent actions we’ve taken in the past half-century, but it certainly taught us a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:43-49, Psalm 113:1-7

Denomination: Catholic

Advent Ii "Christmas Trees And Nativity Sets”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 6, 2023

Nativity scenes are on display in our homes and churches. Mark does not have time for the nativity story. He moves directly to Jesus, the Messiah. Quotes from CS Lewis on repentance.

In Jesus Holy Name December 10, 2023 Text: Mark 1:1 Advent II Redeemer “Christmas Trees and Nativity Sets” We know that Christmas is just around the corner. Christmas tree lots are packed with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1, Matthew 4:17

Denomination: Lutheran

I Saw You Under The Fig Tree

Contributed by Samuel M on Jan 23, 2024

What did Jesus see under the fig tree, and what was Nathaniel doing there? Maybe Nathanael was in a quiet prayer time under the fig tree, and Jesus saw or heard Nathaniel’s prayer. "I saw you under the fig tree" means I saw you in your quiet time alone with God under the fig tree.

Nathanael said to Him, “How do You know me?” Jesus answered and said to him, “Before Philip called you, when you were under the fig tree, I saw you.” Nathanael answered and said to Him, “Rabbi, You are the Son of God! You are the King of Israel!” John 1:48-49 Jesus and Nathanael had an instant ...read more

Scripture: John 1:48-49

Thriving Like A Palm Tree: The Promise Of Prosperity SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023

God's promise is for every righteous believer to thrive in all aspects of life, a prosperity likened to the flourishing of a palm tree.

A righteous person is someone who has sincerely repented of their sins and accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. This righteousness is both imputed and acquired through faith in Christ. Today, we will explore the promise of prosperity that God has given to the righteous, using the analogy ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:12-15

Topics: Righteousness, Prosperity

Revelation 2:18-29 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Jun 12, 2025

To the Church in Thyatira

Revelation 2:18-29 To the Church in Thyatira 18 “And to the angel of the church in Thyatira write: ‘The words of the Son of God, who has eyes like a flame of fire, and whose feet are like burnished bronze. The Son of God as described here with His eyes like fire and whose feet are like bronze ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29, Matthew 7:17-19

Denomination: Bible Church

God’s Works And God’s Word In Our Souls

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Oct 23, 2010

God's word in Nature and our hearts

Opening prayer: "Dear God, So far today, I've done all right. I haven't gossiped. I haven't lost my temper. I haven't lied or cheated. I haven't been greedy, grumpy, nasty, selfish or overindulgent. I'm very thankful for that. But in a few minutes, Lord, I'm going to get out of bed; and from then ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Wesleyan

Boldness At The Throne

Contributed by John Gaston on Jul 7, 2016

Many Christians are hesitant or feel unworthy to come to God. The Bible exhorts us to "come boldly to the throne of grace." Here are the reasons we should be bold and how we should approach God's throne.

BOLDNESS AT THE THRONE Heb. 4:14-16 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: TYPES OF PRAYERS 1. The "Call 9-1-1 Prayer." You make this call when you have an emergency. You don't want to trouble God normally. God is your divine spare tire with your life goes flat. 2. The "Jiminy Cricket" prayer. "When you wish ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Let Go Of Sin Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Nov 2, 2014

A look at why we sin and what the solution is?

(Begin with clip from Frozen when Hans tells Ana he never loved her.) Wow, that wasn’t where I thought that would go. Didn’t see that coming, through the movie Hans has been the dashing hero, wooing Princess Ana and exhibiting heartfelt concern for the Kingdom and people of Arendelle ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

Baptism: A Better Burial Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 22, 2016

Through baptism our debt of sin was killed, and so was our sinful nature's control over us,

On November 29, 1942, a curious looking airplane called the Grumman Duck took off from the iceberg-studded waters of Koge Bay on the south-eastern edge of Greenland. The goal of the flight crew, John Pritchard and Benjamin Bottoms, was to rescue seven members of a B-17 crew that had crashed during ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Problem Of Lingering Sin

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Jul 9, 2017

Justification does not destroy our sinful nature. It is a lens thru which we see our propensity to sin

In his writings entitled The Confessions, Saint Augustine addressed himself eloquently and passionately to the enduring spiritual questions that have stirred the minds and hearts of thoughtful men since time began. Written A.D. 397, The Confessions are a history of young Augustine's fierce ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25

Denomination: Other

The Problem Of Lingering Sin

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Jul 9, 2017

Justification does not destroy our sinful nature. It is a lens thru which we see our propensity to sin

In his writings entitled The Confessions, Saint Augustine addressed himself eloquently and passionately to the enduring spiritual questions that have stirred the minds and hearts of thoughtful men since time began. Written A.D. 397, The Confessions are a history of young Augustine's fierce ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25

Denomination: Other

The Problem Of Lingering Sin

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Jul 9, 2017

Justification does not destroy our sinful nature. It is a lens thru which we see our propensity to sin

In his writings entitled The Confessions, Saint Augustine addressed himself eloquently and passionately to the enduring spiritual questions that have stirred the minds and hearts of thoughtful men since time began. Written A.D. 397, The Confessions are a history of young Augustine's fierce ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25

Denomination: Other