Sermons on Orphans And Widows:

The Parable Of The Persistent Widow

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Oct 14, 2019

if you want something bad enough, you need to have faith, pray and never give up

Luke 18:1-8 Welcome once again to the Parable Parade. In Year C of the Episcopal Liturgical Calendar, we read a lot of scripture from Luke. And Luke LOVED to relate Jesus’ parables. For those of you who are tired of trying to figure out the real meaning, you will be happy to know that we are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Episcopal

Three Widows In Moab Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 17, 2020

As you examine the lives of Naomi, Ruth, and Orpah, you find a picture of all people. Naomi represents a wayward believer; Orpah pictures one who was exposed and yet refused the gospel; Ruth is a picture of grace in salvation.

Three Widows in Moab Ruth 1:8-18 Last week we began our study in the book of Ruth. We discovered that Moab was a place of difficulty and desperation. It is a picture of the world, much like that of Egypt in Scripture. Dwelling in the land of Moab will always result in separation and spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

#4 Parable Of The Widow Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jul 26, 2021

Prayer is a sign of a relationship and trust in the Lord's love

This week we begin a summer series entitled, Tell Me A Story. “Tell me a Story” is a simple and shorter way to reference Jesus' use of parables. A parable is a relatable way to share a moral or spiritual lesson. Storytelling forges connections among people, between people and ideas, and they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8, Luke 11:1-13, John 5:14-16, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Widow And The Great Woman.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 29, 2024

Elisha addresses two situations: on the one hand, economic bondage; on the other, childlessness.

THE WIDOW AND THE GREAT WOMAN. 2 Kings 4:1-17. These accounts show Elisha to be a worthy successor to Elijah, and his miracles anticipate the compassionate ministry of Jesus. 1. The Widow. We are confronted first with “a woman of the wives of the sons of the prophets” (2 KINGS 4:1), who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

My Two Cents Worth

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Nov 10, 2015

Using the story of the widow's mite, we learn just how much "two cents" is worth.

I find it interesting identifying the origin of popular words and phrases. No less so that the phrase many of us have often used, “But, that’s just my two cents.” Where did that phrase come from? Depending upon where one searches for the answer, we would discover that the English ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Methodist

Elisha In His Early Ministry – Part 4 – Judgement From God For The Widow Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 16, 2022

A widow in great need requested Elisha’s help and through Elisha, God gave a miracle. He judged for the relief of the woman and her sons. God judges those who oppress widows. He is the help of the fatherless and the widows.

ELISHA IN HIS EARLY MINISTRY – PART 4 – JUDGEMENT FROM GOD FOR THE WIDOW SERIES – MESSAGES ON ELISHA – HIS LIFE AND MINISTRY Number 6 [B]. THE JUDGEMENT OF THE CREATOR GOD 2Kings 4 v 1 [[Now a certain woman of the wives of the sons of the prophets cried out to Elisha, “Your servant my husband ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7, Exodus 22:22-24, 1 Timothy 6:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Purging The Dross Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Apr 26, 2016

In light of God’s Word, we need to examine how well we are doing in the area not only of providing care for the needy, but of defending their cause and seeing that their voice is heard.

Isaiah 1:21-26 Purging the Dross 7/9/00 D. Marion Clark Introduction What we come to the Bible for is content. We value the Bible for what it has to reveal to us from God. But then there are times when you just can help but admire the way it is written. Isaiah is the acclaimed writer among ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:21-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Widow's Mite

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Oct 7, 2024

This message pertains to Church financial accountability as illustrated by the wrong teaching about sacrificial giving based on the story of the widow's mite.

The Widow’s Mite Scripture: Numbers 18:20-21; Joshua 13:32-33; Malachi 2:4-9; Mark 12:41-44 Good morning Stranger’s rest! The title of my message this morning is “The Widow’s Mite,” and I will be sharing with you why this story is so important for all of God’s Churches’ financial ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 18:20-21, Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Addressing The Realities Of Life Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 23, 2015

Being human is generally a good thing. The temptation in our day is to manipulate or engineer human nature and deny its realities. But a church is about real people, redeemed by Jesus, but fully human — even more human — because of that redemption.

Addressing the Realities of Life (I Timothy 5:1-16) 1. Some people have a sanitized view of life. Life, however, is often less glamourous. 'Cash, check or charge?' I asked, after folding items the woman wished to purchase. As she fumbled for her wallet, I noticed a remote control for a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pure Religion Series

Contributed by Daniel Teberian on Mar 16, 2023

What does a true Christian look like? How do our actions reflect the faith that we have? How do our actions reflect the love of God?

If anyone thinks he is religious and does not bridle his tongue but deceives his heart, this person’s religion is worthless. Religion that is pure and undefiled before God the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world. [James ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27, Matthew 12:34, 1 John 4:7-8

25th Sunday After Pentecost. November 10th, 2024. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 1, 2021

Year B, Proper 27.

Ruth 3:1-5, Ruth 4:13-17, Psalm 127:1-5, 1 Kings 17:8-16, Psalm 146:1-10, Hebrews 9:24-28, Mark 12:38-44. A). MAN’S PLANS AND GOD’S PURPOSES. Ruth 3:1-5; Ruth 4:13-17. The days of the judges (Ruth 1:1) were turbulent times. ‘There was no king in the land, and everybody did what was right in ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-5, Ruth 4:13-17, 1 Kings 17:8-16, Hebrews 9:24-28, Mark 12:38-44, Psalm 146:1-10, Psalm 127:1-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Accurate Life (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Jeremias Fababier on Feb 28, 2008

We can have religion but no religiosity. Know what true religion that pleases God.

TOPIC: ACCURATE LIFE (PART 3) (6th of a Series in the Book of James – A Life That Make a Difference Series) Text: James 1:26-27 “26 If anyone considers himself religious and yet does not keep a tight rein on his tongue, he deceives himself and his religion is worthless. 27 Religion that God our ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Civil Society (Deuteronomy 24)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 9, 2025

Was Israel under the old covenant perhaps in many ways a more civil society than ours? Let's look at Deuteronomy 24.

How do our modern societies compare to ancient Israel? Let’s look at divorce, military conscription, loans, wages, kidnapping, foreigners and the poor. Which is actually a more civil society? Let’s review Deuteronomy 24. What were the rules about divorce and remarriage? When a man takes a wife ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Last Mite Is The Last Straw

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 11, 2014

Most of us have heard the story of the widow's mite.Is there more to this story than first appears?

The Last Mite Becomes the Last Straw Luke 21:1-5 Introduction The Parable of the woman’s mites has been a popular preaching text for over 2,000 years. It has been used as an example of total commitment to the Gospel. It is certainly true that God expects complete and total devotion to Him ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Two Sides To The Same Coin Series

Contributed by Jake Kircher on Apr 9, 2008

Justice or righteousness? Churches tend to pick one or the other. Which one did Jesus pick?

To kick off our time together, I want to look at two words and talk about what comes to mind when you hear them. So, grab 4 or five people around you and gather into small groups and let’s start with the first word. When you hear the word “righteousness” what do you think about? What does the word ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:16-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational