Sermons on Ordinary:

Lent4b—rejoice Sunday

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 2, 2018

The theology of enjoyment in the Book of Ecclesiastes is repeated over and over: find enjoyment and satisfaction in your work.

It’s optional— when the Church’s sacred ministers wear “pink” on Laetare Sunday —the Fourth Sunday of Lent. The word is from the Latin word for the command “rejoice!” To illustrate this theme: A famous preacher was trying to teach his students to make their facial expressions harmonize with ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1-6, Ephesians 2:4-10

Denomination: Catholic

We Need Your Fire Lord! Series

Contributed by Lucy Paynter on Mar 20, 2018

Preparation of the altar before the fire falls is important.

Elijah Manifests the Power of God. 1 Kings 18:37-39 37Hear me, O Lord, hear me, that this people may know that thou art the Lord God, and that thou hast turned their heart back again. 38Then the fire of the Lord fell, and consumed the burnt sacrifice, and the wood, and the stones, and the dust, ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:12-13, 1 Kings 18:30-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rolling Away The Reproach

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 12, 2019

The use of sacraments at a turning point in the Church's life.

ROLLING AWAY THE REPROACH. Joshua 5:1-12. The exodus generation of Israel had not been circumcising their sons during the forty years of their wilderness wanderings (Joshua 5:5). So after the death of that whole generation (Joshua 5:4), and even on the threshold of the land which the LORD ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Healing And Hypocrisy

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 30, 2020

Matthew 15:9. But in vain do they worship me, teaching as doctrines the commandments of men.

HEALING AND HYPOCRISY. Matthew 14:34-36; Matthew 15:1-9. It was noised abroad that, of all that ever came to Jesus, He turned none away, ‘and He healed them all’ (cf. Matthew 12:15). It is no wonder that, arriving on the other side of the Lake, Jesus found that His fame had travelled before ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:34-36, Matthew 15:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

End Times, Apocalypse, Last Judgement, Second Coming

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 1, 2018

Begin with “end of the world” in mind.

33B In a best-selling book that first came out in the late 80’s, Stephen Covey identified what he called the ‘seven habits of highly effective people.’ The second habit the author lists is: Begin with the End in Mind. 1). Today, on the Thirty-Third Sunday of Ordinary Time, the Readings are ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 12:1-3, Mark 13:24-32

Denomination: Catholic

The Ins And Outs Of Religious Purity

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 8, 2018

Timeless teaching from Jesus as to the true nature and source of sin.

THE INS AND OUTS OF ‘RELIGIOUS’ PURITY. Mark 7:1-23. Every branch of society has its own traditions: some good, some bad, and some inconsequential. It doesn’t matter whether it is the pomp and ceremony of monarchy, or the ritual ‘pardon’ of a turkey at Thanksgiving. Some traditions are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Just Believe In Jesus Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 20, 2016

At the times of crises believe in God, just believe for the intervention of God

Mark 5:36 Just believe Do not afraid, just believe. The servants and relatives came to the ruler and said your daughter is dead. Mathew says that this man ran to Jesus as soon as his daughter died (Mt. 9:18). But mark says that he came to Jesus as she was at the verge of death. The girl was only ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:36

Denomination: Methodist

Do I Really Belong To The Kingdom Of God? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Oct 31, 2016

What does it mean that the Kingdom of God is near?

Please open your Bibles to the Gospel of Mark …. We have noted that the main topic of the gospel is the Good News of Jesus Christ who is God but came to earth as a man to save people from their sins; this is summarized in Mark 1, verse 1. We have then also noted 5 facts which support this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Deception!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 17, 2014

The devil’s strategy of attack is always sly and he would attack you when you are vulnerable and least expect! Caution!

Sly sneaky attack! Joshua 9:4”….on their part acted with cunning and went and made ready provisions and took worn-out sacks for their donkeys, and wineskins, worn-out and torn and mended.” You may be aware of a frontal attack but not so when it is sly, sneaky, surreptitious and ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:1-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Powerful Words Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 23, 2020

Peter and John had gone to pray with one accord at the Temple at three in the afternoon. Today, Seeing two prominent leaders entering into the prayer halls with one accord to pray is a miracle.

Lesson 9: Acts 3: 01-11 Powerful Words – Jesus Christ of Nazareth 3: 01-02 Men of Prayer 3: 03-06 Men of Proclamation 3: 07-10 Men of Performance Acts 3:01-02 Men of Prayer Peter and John had gone to pray at the Temple ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

The Disabled Suffer With Christ

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 9, 2022

Jesus suffered to give us an example of how to die unjustly, but He did not condone that murder.

Monday of Holy Week Bruised Reeds The Gospel today tells us that the Messiah will not break the bruised reed or extinguish the smouldering wick. In other words, He understands our weakness and treats it with mercy, not vindictiveness. God is particularly respectful of our weak wills and frail ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-7, John 12:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

Revivals Of Elijah And Two Women Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 30, 2021

What can we learn from God's concern for the prophet Elijah and two women?

What can we learn from God's concern for the prophet Elijah and two women? 1) Elijah’s Revival Persecuted pastors can take comfort in Elijah who suffered much for faithfully preaching the truth. Elijah went to meet Ahab who had tried to have him killed. Confronted, Ahab tried to accuse ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Basket Journey!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 4, 2014

Friend, who said being a Christian and serving God are easy? The battle begins now!

Basket journey! 2 Corinthians 11:33”…but I was let down in a basket through a window in the wall and escaped his hands.” Well, when we travel in a train, we call it train journey, can I call this ‘basket journey’ because Paul travels down the window to the ground in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:31-35

Denomination: Pentecostal

Perfection Is Not…

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 21, 2023

Perfection is not…

Perfection is not… Scripture: Leviticus 19:1-2, Leviticus 19:17-18, 1 Corinthians 3:16-23, Matthew 5:38-48. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Be perfect, just as your heavenly Father is perfect! I was amazed at the last line in today’s gospel reading taken from the gospel of Saint ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:1-2, Leviticus 19:17-18, 1 Corinthians 3:16-23, Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Other

Growing In Christ Beyond Church Attendance Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 26, 2025

church attendance is essential for spiritual nourishment and community, it's possible to group up in church without truly growing in Christ.

As Christians, it's easy to get caught up in the routine of attending church services, participating in fellowship events, and engaging in spiritual discussions. However, attending church and growing in Christ are two distinct concepts. While church attendance is essential for spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20, Mark 12:31