Sermons on Oliver Discourse:

Sowing The Seed

Contributed by Keith Butler on Aug 1, 2005

A look at the parable of Jesus about the word of God compared to a farmer planting seeds.

SOWING THE SEED Matthew 13:1-10 Key Verse and Theme: “Still other seed fell on good soil, where it produced a crop – a hundred, sixty or thirty times what was sown.” (Matthew 13:8) 1. Jesus taught the people by telling them parables. Matthew 13:3 A. “Jesus taught profound theology, yet he did ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Two Witnesses

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. Last week John was given a measuring rod to measure the temple and count the people in it.

1. Last week John was given a measuring rod to measure the temple and count the people in it. And as we discussed, this did not mean the physical building but rather the true church which is the temple as described in the new testament. And we saw how the church in general can be described as the ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Two Witnesses

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. Last week John was given a measuring rod to measure the temple and count the people in it.

1. Last week John was given a measuring rod to measure the temple and count the people in it. And as we discussed, this did not mean the physical building but rather the true church which is the temple as described in the new testament. And we saw how the church in general can be described as the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Gethsemane

Contributed by Randy Croft on Dec 21, 2009

Reflections on Gethsemane

When have you been closest to death? ILLUS: I seem to come close every time I play softball with (name of parishioner)...especially when I’m on Third base and he lines a sharp foul ball...or playing paintball-- I remind everyone that I’m a noncombatant, but that doesn’t work either... ILLUS: I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bring The Vessels

Contributed by John Ong on Sep 24, 2015

Let us look into the story of Elisha who helped a widow and her sons and find out what God is telling us today.

Let us look into the story of Elisha who helped a widow and her sons and find out what God is telling us today. 2 Kings 4: 1-7 Now a wife of one of the prophets appealed to Elisha for help, saying, “Your servant, my husband is dead. You know that your servant was a loyal follower of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Plan Of Salvation For Jews And Gentiles Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 26, 2009

In today’s lesson, Paul helps us understand God’s plan of salvation for Jews and Gentiles.

Scripture Romans 11 has been the occasion of many disputes and interpretations over the matter of God’s dealing with Israel and the end times. Some come to Romans 11 and say that this chapter predicts that Israel will come together as a nation before the return of Christ, and that there will be an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 11:11-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Communion & Feet Washing

Contributed by Mark Price on May 12, 2006

In a day of "me-first mentality" it is beneficial for us to be called back to a heart of service to others.

This is “Passion Week.” If this were the very week that Jesus rode into Jerusalem, and we were there, imagine the mixed emotions that would dominate the week. Jesus throwing the money-changers out of the temple… and on and on. The Church has long recognized this day – this Thursday before ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-30

Denomination: *other

Thy Kingdom Come Part Three Series

Contributed by Unknown Bennett T Cortez on Nov 15, 2013

Summaries of The Book of Matthew

V. The Cultivation of the King’s Disciples 16:13-20:34 A. Peter’s confession of Christ 16:13-20 Peter’s confession of Christ as king exposes the Fathers revelation concerning the foundation of the church. It also suggests that Jesus is the Son of the living God; therefore all ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Response, Repentance And Restoration Series

Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Nov 25, 2018

Wisdom is granted, not learned. God wants us to use it to trust Him unconditionally.

The wise captain of a ship looked into the dark night and saw lights in the distance. Immediately he told his signalman to send a message: "Alter your course 10 degrees south." Promptly a message returned: "Alter your course 10 degrees north." The captain was angered his command was ignored. So, he ...read more

Denomination: Other

A New Old Commandment Series

Contributed by Dr. David Hallum on Sep 11, 2019

A New Old Commandment

Introduction: Living In The Light It was a dark morning. Low, steel-colored clouds filled the sky, and the atmosphere was so dim that I needed to turn on the lights in order to read a book. I had just settled in when the room suddenly filled with light. I looked up and saw that the wind was pushing ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

As Sheep In The Midst Of Wolves

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Nov 22, 2024

We are told many times over, we are to go and preach/teach the Gospel of Jesus Christ, but has anyone warned you of the possible situations you might be caught in trying to preach Christ and his crucifixion to a heathen world?

Mt. 28:19-20, we know Jesus ordained the ‘Great Commission’. He said, ‘19 Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: 20 Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you always, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Continual Faithfulness

Contributed by Tristan Jether Orpiada on Jul 24, 2024

Scripture speaks often of God’s faithfulness. Over and over, we learn that when God says He will do something, He does it (even when it seems impossible). When He says something will happen, it happens.

INTRODUCTION: Greetings in Jesus Christ name. First of all, I would like to greet you folks happy Church anniversary. Let the overflowing and abundant blessings of God be bestowed upon you and this church. I am speaking to you about your church anniversary theme FAITHFULNESS. It is a very wide ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:13

Denomination: Apostolic

Paul Addressing The Ephesian Elders Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 3, 2022

Paul is ready to pass the baton of leadership to the elders of Ephesus. Paul mentioned he had invested three years at Ephesus. Paul was handing off full responsibility to elders with very little experience. He did need to send Tychicus and then Timothy later to help the elders.

Background of Paul addressing the elders This discourse of Paul addressing the Ephesian elders takes place near the end of his third journey. He already spent two years at the hall of Tyrannus in Ephesus. He mentions that in total he poured into the elders for three years (Acts 20:31). This exit ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-35

Denomination: Baptist

He’s That Kind Of Friend

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Apr 16, 2024

No Better Friend Than Jesus

1. INTRODUCTION. MOST OF US, IF NOT ALL OF US HAVE THOSE THAT WE VALUE AS FRIENDS. TRUE FRIENDSHIP SHOULD BE TREASURED AND CHERISHED BECAUSE OFTEN TIMES FRIENDSHIPS CAN BE FICKLE, FALSE, AND SHALLOW. GENUINE FRIENDSHIP IS NOT BASED ON WHAT A PERSON HAS OR DON’T HAVE. IT IS NOT BASED ON WHAT A ...read more

Scripture: John 15:13

Denomination: Baptist

Suffering (4) Series

Contributed by Dennis Munn on Nov 26, 2012

Jesus in the Gospel of Luke

Introduction: In each of these messages we've been looking at a different aspect of the humanity of Jesus as revealed in the Gospel of Luke. So far we've learned that Jesus understands shame because he came from shameful circumstances...and that no matter how often you've failed, how untrue ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-48

Denomination: Apostolic