Sermons on Parable Mustard Seed:

Lets Get This Straight - Am I Robbing God Or Is The Chruch Robbing Me?

Contributed by Coz Von on Apr 18, 2014

We are constantly bombarded to give more. What is Gods opinion?

John 6:19-21 & :28-29, :28 When the diciples asked Jesus, What shall we do, that we might work the works of God? John 6:29 Jesus answered and said unto them, This is the work of God, that ye believe on him whom he hath sent. Am I robbing God or is the church robbing me? This is the first sermon ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Claims Of Christ

Contributed by Scott Spencer on May 24, 2014

How do you respond to the claims of Christ? Do you question His right to your life? Do you assert your own rights over him? Or do you humbly surrender to Him and submit to His will? We must all see the importance of being responsive to Christ and the danger of being unresponsive.

The Claims of Christ Mark 11:27-33; 12:1-12 Jesus’ Authority Questioned 27. They came again to Jerusalem. And as He was walking in the temple, the chief priests and the scribes and the elders came to Him, 28. and began saying to Him, “By what authority are You doing these things, or ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Prodigal Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jun 1, 2014

This is an overview of the Prodigal Son, the beginning of a three week series that looks at the rest of the story.

What would be the worst job that you could possibly imagine yourself in? If the bottom fell out of your world, and you had no safety net what would be on the very bottom of the list of occupations? Perhaps the person in charge of Rob Ford’s Public image? Now imagine if you will that you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

You Can't Take It With You Series

Contributed by Harold Laubach Jr on May 4, 2013

Sermon on the Rich Farmer. Living for God, not for the world's definition of success. Luke 12:16-21

The Famous Russian author Leo Tolstoy writes in one of his novels about a young man who owns a small farm in Russia. The farm is now his, because his father just died. With his father fresh in the ground at his feet, the young man begins to dream about expanding the farm, growing more crops and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:16-21

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 21, 2013

God is ready and waiting for His wayward children to return to Him.

The Prodigal Son May 19, 2013 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God is ready and waiting for His wayward children to return to Him. Focus Passage: Luke 15:11-32 Supplemental Passage: See how great a love the Father has bestowed on us, that we would ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

Team Of The Shrewd

Contributed by Jon Lipka on Apr 1, 2012

People of this world are shrewd in their secular dealings, and Christians can likewise be shrewd in their spiritual development, not at the expense of virtue but in pursuit of it.

Yesterday morning, I went outside to cut the grass. I put on my jeans and a ratty old aloha shirt. I put on my yard work shoes, my hat and sunglasses, and my big yellow ear muffs. I climbed up on the tractor, pulled out of the garage. BOY, it was a beautiful day. I ride down to the end of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

Table Manners Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 13, 2012

The Table . . . A common everyday item. Every house has one. A simple table or a meeting place. Perhaps a classroom. Could it be that a  simple table is really a blank canvas?

The Table Pt. 2 - Table Manners I. Introduction I don't know what your home was like growing up, but in my house we were taught table manners. In fact, you need to pray for me as I try to find something to do while I am grounded this week for even playing that video. We had some very specific ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Didn't Intend To...

Contributed by Jon Lipka on Sep 2, 2012

The bridegroom is coming. No one means to get left outside of the wedding feast, but by their actions and priorities, some will not gain entry.

When I was a kid, I had an excuse for everything. My dad fell for none of them. I’ll spare you most of them and give you just one. My brother, sister and I were playing the basement…with a broom handle…and we broke the light. My dad asked what happened. Did we own up to it? Nope. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

Welcome Home

Contributed by C Jordan on Oct 11, 2013

God is an extravagantly loving Father who longs to welcome his children home with a joyful celebration.

WELCOME HOME! INTRO TO TOPIC: Discuss Miley Cyrus & Billy Ray’s response to his prodigal daughter. Billy Ray’s song: “That's what daddy's do, they shield you from the rain, Shelter in the storm, there to ease your pain, Wherever you may roam, what you're going through, Know I'm ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-24

Denomination: *other

Bigger Barns

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 15, 2013

A sermon on Luke 12:13-21 on life, money and stewardship (Outline and material adapted from Jack Peters at: http://www.sermonseeds.org/Luke/Luke%2012.htm under Money Principles)

HoHum: There have been times when we have gone to a high school football/basketball game and the kids asked for some money to buy candy. I gave them $5 and they returned with some candy. I ask for a piece and their answer is “no.” Here is what they don’t realize. First – I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Good Shepherd And The Lost Sheep Series

Contributed by Gary Smith on Nov 23, 2013

This message talks about Jesus and how He is the Savior that came to seek and to save the lost.

“The Good Shepherd and the Lost Sheep” TEXT: Luke 15:1-7 (Verses 3-7 Main Focus) Luke 15:1-7 (KJV) 1 Then drew near unto him all the publicans and sinners for to hear him. 2 And the Pharisees and scribes murmured, saying, This man receiveth sinners, and eateth with them. 3 And he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God

The Biggest Issue Facing Our Nation

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Aug 4, 2010

A short talk on priorities. What are we investing in? What is the biggest issue facing the UK?

I heard on the news this morning that the Pensions Black Hole for the top 100 companies in the UK has shrunk to half of what it was a year ago. Good news it seems. The Deficit is now ‘only’ £51 Billion! The companies concerned have contributed £17.5 Billion in the last year and the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Anglican

Have I Loved My Neighbor As Myself?

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Aug 6, 2010

Jesus’ parable of the Good Samaritan exposes how much we have failed to love our neighbors, but Jesus’ didn’t fail. Only his perfect love can cover our failures and save us.

Text: Luke 10:25-37 Theme: Have I Loved My Neighbor As Myself? A. I’m unable to justify myself B. I’ve failed to love my enemy, but Jesus didn’t fail C. I’ve failed in sacrificial love, but Jesus didn’t fail D. I’ve failed in tireless love, but Jesus didn’t fail Season: Pentecost 8c Date: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Being A Good Samaritan

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 21, 2010

Being a good Samaritan is more than being religious. It is doing something when you don't know what to do. It is giving to those you do not know. It is being Christ-like disciples.

Being the Good Samaritan Luke 10:25-37 Luke 10:25-37 Introduction- As you are turning to Luke 10, I want to talk to you about being a good Samaritan as well as living a life of a good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Nazarene

The Prodigal God - Intro To Series Series

Contributed by David Rumley on Oct 28, 2009

This series explains the gospel in a way that challenges everyone. Have you ever thought you knew something, to find out you missed the point entirely? In Jesus’ parable we historically call "the prodigal son" only half the story is typically talked about

THE PRODIGAL GOD Part One: Why a Prodigal God - Introduction of the series… Inspired by and parts based on Tim Kellers book “The Prodigal God” 1. Tell the story… luke 15: 11 Jesus continued: "There was a man who had two sons. 12 The younger one said to his father, ’Father, give me my share of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Pentecostal