Sermons on Parable Of Growing Seed:

Backward Economics Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 27, 2007

God’s ways are not our ways. This truth is not more clearly demonstrated than in the parable of the lost sheep and the lost coin

Luke 15:1-10 “Backward Economics” INTRODUCTION Jealousy is never a pleasant human emotion, either when we become aware of it in our own being, or when we see it displayed in the lives of others. Jealousy is a common human emotion, though, and it is one that you and have had to deal with in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

The Way Of Grace Is Clearly Different

Contributed by Jeffrey Samelson on Sep 17, 2004

Jesus uses two parables about banquets to teach that the truly righteous live by grace, which means humility and love.

September 12, 2004 — 15th Sunday after Pentecost Christ Lutheran Church, Columbia, MD Pastor Jeff Samelson Luke 14:1,7-14 The Way of Grace Is Clearly Different I. In How We Think of Ourselves II. In How We Treat Others III. In How We Are Rewarded Grace and peace be yours in abundance through ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

What Is God Like? The Prodigal

Contributed by Jeffrey Samelson on Mar 23, 2004

The Parable of the Prodigal is not really about the younger son; Jesus told it to illustrate what God is like, not what sinners are like.

Fourth Sunday in Lent — March 21, 2004 Christ Lutheran Church, Columbia, MD Pastor Jeff Samelson Luke 15:1-3, 11-32 What Is God Like? The Prodigal R________ (Rejected) R________ (Running) R________ (Restoring) W ________ (Waiting) prod·i·gal adj 1. recklessly extravagant, spendthrift 2. giving ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, Luke 15:1-3

Denomination: Lutheran

The Team Is Vital Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jan 1, 2005

Fourth message in a series using NASCAR prinicples as a series of parables to encourage people to follow God’s pattern for life.

Bible Text: 1 Timothy 5:1-6:2 Series: NASCAR Comes To Church Title: The Team is Vital Topic: Christian Living / Relationships Theme: Christian Living in Relationships Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to respect others and to develop pure ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Symbolic Servant Ceremony” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Feb 23, 2016

Jesus' famous foot washing of His disciples is a love-parable of the way disciples should live and treat one another.

“A Symbolic Servant Ceremony” John 13:1-20 The cross is near for Jesus and the next 5 chapters cover Jesus’ farewell Passover meal and Jesus’ encouragement and prayers for His followers. We look at John 13:1 which is Jesus’ last supper where He washes His ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Standing And Status Before God

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Oct 24, 2019

This sermon looks at the parable of the Tax Collector and Pharisee, and answers the question, "How do I approach God?"

On the eve of those 500th anniversary of Martin Luther’s birth in 1983, someone wrote, “In most big libraries, books by and about Martin Luther occupy more shelf room than those concerned with any other human being except Jesus of Nazareth.” In other words, next to Jesus Christ, Martin Luther is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Can You Be Righteous, And Look Down On People? (Luke 18:1-14) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Apr 3, 2022

Also, don't get discouraged, or stop praying. A look at two parables, with a trick to reading them better.

When it comes to the Bible, most of us have favorite parts. For some of you, it's maybe a book-- Psalms, or Matthew. For others, it's maybe a type of literature-- prophecy. We know the whole Bible is inspired. We know it's useful. We read it all. But some parts, we enjoy more than ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-14, Luke 5:27-32

The Persistent Friend Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 11, 2024

The main focus of this parable: It is about asking and receiving. “… how much more will your heavenly Father give” (v. 13).

A. INTRODUCTION (Luke 11:1, 5-13) After seeing Jesus in prayer, a disciple asked, “teach us to pray.” Jesus taught them what to pray (the Lord’s Prayer) then how to pray (the importunate/persist friend). Because a friend arrived late, a second friend tried to borrow bread from a third friend, yet ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1, Luke 11:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Grace Over Grumbling PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore God's extravagant generosity and grace, the dangers of grumbling, and the joy of living in His grace, as illustrated in the parable of the workers in the vineyard.

Good morning, church family! I trust you're all doing well today. We are here to dig into God's Word and unpack a profound truth from the Gospel of Matthew. As Philip Yancey once said, "Grace, like water, flows to the lowest part." Today's sermon is about God's extravagant generosity, the danger of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Topics: Grace, All

Messianic Banquet PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2023

To explore the parable of the Great Banquet, emphasizing the importance of accepting God's invitation to His kingdom and the severe consequences of rejecting it.

Good morning, Church family. Today, we will delve into the captivating parable of the Great Banquet as narrated in Matthew 22:1-14. Charles Spurgeon, a respected Christian author, once said, "When you see no present advantage, walk by faith and not by sight. Do God the honor to trust Him when it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Topics: Messiah, Wedding-Feast

Important Tasks PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023

Explores prophecy, our responsibilities as Christians, and the moral legacy we leave for future generations, using the parable of the talents as a guide.

Good morning, everyone! I'm so glad to see each and every one of you here today. We're about to get into some really interesting stuff. Now, I know that Sundays are meant for rest, but I promise you, this won't feel like work. We're going to have a chat, a good old fashioned chat, about something ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, Zephaniah 1:7-18, Psalm 90:1-12, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Topics: Coming Of The Lord, End Times

The Lost Son PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 28, 2023

Explores recognizing our sins, seeking reconciliation with God, and experiencing restoration through repentance, as illustrated by the parable of The Prodigal Son.

Good morning, beloved. I want to invite you today to open your hearts and your Bibles to a familiar passage, a tale that resonates with each one of us. It's a story that echoes in the chambers of our hearts, a narrative that mirrors our own struggles, failures, and triumphs. It's a story that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Topics: Precious Souls

Celebration PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024

This sermon explores the joy of salvation and redemption through the parables of lost and found in Luke 15, emphasizing the celebration of spiritual transformation.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we come together to share in the Word of God, to find solace in His teachings, and to rejoice in His love. We are here to strengthen our faith, to deepen our understanding, and to celebrate His divine grace. We are here because we are lost and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:3-10

Topics: Spiritual Disciplines

God's Indescribable Gift – A Gift Worth Waiting For Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Nov 16, 2006

The anticipation of Christmas is growing, but God’s gifts are always worth waiting for. While God’s timing may be inconvienent it is always perfect.

GOD’S INDESCRIBABLE GIFT – A Gift Worth Waiting For Luke 2:1-7 INTRODUCTION: The anticipation level is increasing around our house. There are only 20 days left until Christmas! (In addition to the countdown to Christmas we have other countdowns happening at our house; the countdown stands at zero ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing! Stanzas 3-4: Healing In His Wings Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 15, 2020

Jesus was born to heal our spiritual ills, both delivering us from hell and transforming us into godly men and women. Let’s look at two “hows” that explain these blessings.

Hark! The Herald Angels Sing! Part 2 Healing in His Wings (Hark! The Herald Angels Sing! stanzas 3-4) 1. One woman writes: Our fourth grader celebrated his birthday on crutches, so he couldn’t carry the cupcakes into school without help. I asked our sixth-grader, Noah, to help his brother carry ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:2, Mark 6:56, Revelation 2:11, Revelation 21:8, Ephesians 3:17, 1 Corinthians 15:45-49  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible