Sermons on Orson Welles:

Thorns!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 28, 2014

Yes, God plants the seed that is His Word in the heart of a person that is entwined with thorns, that is the cares and riches of this world. Well, what do we do? We’ve got to get rid of the thorns

THORNS! 'And that which fell among thorns are they, which, when they have heard, go forth, and are choked with cares, and riches, and pleasures of this life, and bring no fruit to perfection.' -- Luke 8:14. God kept whispering the word ‘THORNS’ in my ears! As I kept walking, sitting ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Spirit Of The Bride

Contributed by Thomas Custer on Jan 7, 2015

The true bride will always go beyond the minimal requirements. Rebekah gave the servant water but also volunteered to water the 10 camels as well. She was the chosen bride, not for doing the minimum, but for going beyond the expected.

Genesis 24 King James Version (KJV) 1 And Abraham was old, and well stricken in age: and the Lord had blessed Abraham in all things. 2 And Abraham said unto his eldest servant of his house, that ruled over all that he had, Put, I pray thee, thy hand under my thigh: 3 And I will make thee swear by ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Everyone Has Needs

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Feb 5, 2012

The story of Peter, Peter's mother-in-law and the crown in this passage from Mark describe three different perspectives, but different needs as well. We all have needs and our greatest need is a savior.

Introduction The author Stephen W. Sorenson wrote in Discipleship Journal: For two years, because of severe tendinitis in both wrists, I could not pick up my young daughter, carry a log, or even open a twist-off pop bottle. To make matters worse, my wife and I, with help from family and friends, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Big Plan

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Feb 6, 2012

God has a huge plan for the world, and He makes it very clear. Nebuchadnezzars terrifying dream is interpreted by Daniel for Nebuchadnezzar as well as the rest of us to see. God's gracious revelation is all around us!

Passage: Daniel 2:24-49 Intro: Up to this point, we have seen God working thru Daniel and his friends in the life of Nebuchadnezzar. 1. king of Babylon, hugely powerful 2. and last week we saw how God had given him a dream that upset him. 3. how that dream had been used to reveal the liars in ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:24-49

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Party On! Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 31, 2019

We all know that there were parties last evening, some that lasted well into the morning hours. But I venture to say that these parties were not celebrations of religious faith, such as the ones implied by today’s Scriptures.

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Party On! Today’s Scriptures are so brief that if our minds are not focused, we might not remember any of them. I’ve wondered if that was an act of mercy on the part of those who back in the 1960's put together the three-year cycle of readings, and saw New ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27, Galatians 4:4-7, Luke 2:16-21, Matthew 11:19

Denomination: Catholic

Step One - Admit It Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jan 8, 2020

Why talk about recovery? Well, The 12 steps are based on biblical principles and were written at a time when the AA group was associated with teachings of a now defunct Christian organization called the Oxford Group.

Why the Twelve Steps and the Bible?? It makes sense because 1) 12 steps are based on biblical principles and were written at a time when the AA group was associated with teachings of a now defunct Christian organization called the Oxford Group. This group was founded by Sam Shoemaker at the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 14:11, Romans 3:21-24, Acts 9:1-9, Psalm 6:6-10, Proverbs 28:26, Matthew 9:36, Romans 7:15-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Compelled By The Presence Of Christ To Swing Into Action Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 20, 2019

Jesus taught by example that nothing can bring greater joy to the lives of His disciples, as well as those they minister to, than doing right toward others even if doing so inconveniences the doer.

GOOD NEWS PRESENTED BY MARK Study of the Gospel According to Mark As you read Mark, be aware that you are reading the very first written account of the ministry of ...read more

His Sheep Hear His Voice Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Jan 27, 2020

This is the 31st sermon from a series on the Gospel of John. In this sermon we look at how the unbelieving world is unable to understand and comprehend the things of God, as well as how the believer has come to faith in Christ.

His Sheep Hear His Voice (John Part 31) Text: John 10:22-30 Before we read our text this morning, I want give you some background into the scene. Our text is going to be John 10:22-30, and this portion of the chapter begins by saying it was the time of the Feast of Dedication, and that it was ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Evangelism At A Local Watering Hole

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 9, 2020

Who can spread the Gospel? Let’s see that the Gospel is spread by ordinary people who have had an encounter with Jesus. Let’s examine the woman at the well in John 4:5-42.

Who can spread the Gospel? Let’s see that the Gospel is spread by ordinary people who have had an encounter with Jesus. Let’s examine the woman at the well in John 4:5-42. An Unbiased Savior John 4:5-9 Eventually he came to the Samaritan village of Sychar, near the field that Jacob gave to his ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42

Denomination: Baptist

Resurrection Power: Healing And Wholeness On Easter Sunday 1 Peter 2:24 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 28, 2024

The resurrection brings healing and wholeness to our lives, both spiritually and physically. Let us delve into the truth of God's Word and discover the profound implications of Easter for our health and well-being.

Resurrection Power: Healing and Wholeness on Easter Sunday As we gather on this Easter Sunday evening, we are reminded of the transformative power of the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ. I want us to explore how the resurrection brings healing and wholeness to our lives, both spiritually ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:24, Isaiah 53:5, Acts 3:6-8, Luke 9:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Stop Blaming And Accusing Others Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 9, 2022

We all have unique personalities. We are all different from each other but sometimes we come across negative destructive people as well, who loves to play blame shifting Game.

We all have unique personalities. We are all different from each other but sometimes we come across negative destructive people as well, who loves to play blame shifting Game. They might have been disguised as families, as colleagues as friends etc.. These negative Narcissistic people are good ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:13, John 8:44

At The Poverty Line Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 24, 2022

Being financially secure, being well educated, having the respect and admiration of your neighbors, none of those get you credit in God’s kingdom. We’re all charity cases there.

Are you happy? If not, what would it take to make you happy? For most people, happiness seems to have something to do with our circumstances. In our youth-obsessed culture, perhaps we feel we have to look backward to imagine happiness. “What is happiness?” and “How can I get happiness?” are two ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Abandoned Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jun 17, 2022

When Christ warned the disciples that he’d be leaving them, they didn’t take the news very well. He left them with words of comfort and admonition to help them overcome this test in their life.

INTRODUCTION • As we continue our series today, we will dig into an area of testing that is one most, if not all of us, have experienced or will, at some point in our life experience. • Have you ever been in a situation where you felt alone and abandoned? • What did that feel like? • The thought ...read more

Scripture: John 16:15-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Adultery Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 11, 2022

Adultery is extramarital sex considered objectionable on social, religious, moral, or legal grounds. Although the sexual activities that constitute adultery vary, as well as the social, religious, and legal consequences, the concept exists in many cultures.

Sermon on the Mount - Matthew 5:27-30 (Adultery) Jesus states, "Whoever looks on a woman to lust after her has already committed adultery." Adultery Matthew 5:27–30 — The New International Version (NIV) 27 "You have heard that it was said, 'You shall not commit adultery.' 28 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

California Penal Code Section 273a Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 19, 2023

One way we can be sure we are about our Father’s business is to prayerfully manage our time well and give a chunk of it to God and make Him the guiding priority of our lives.

JUST JESUS: CHAPTER BY CHAPTER THRU LUKE California Penal Code Section 273a LUKE 2:41-52 #JustJesus INTRODUCTION… www.finder.com/child-in-car-laws Apparently, Pediatric Vehicular Heatstroke, or PVH, is a thing. Between the years of 1998 and 2020, an average of 38 children a year die by being ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ