Sermons on Parable Of The Bridegroom:

The Waiting Father Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 18, 2004

We may relate to each of the characters in the story of the prodigal, but we are called to become the father.

Luke 15:11-32 May 14, 2004 The Waiting Father – Becoming the Father How many people have read the book “The Return of The Prodigal Son” by Henri Nouwen? This is one of my “must read” books for Christians – I even recommend it for non-Christians. If you haven’t read them yet, this summer, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: *other

The Call To Become The Father

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on May 26, 2004

Our Call to become the father in the story involves grief, forgiveness & generosity

Luke 15:11-32 May 23, 2004 The Call to Become the Father “The Return of The Prodigal Son” by Henri Nouwen. This is one of my “must read” books for Christians – I even recommend it for non-Christians. If you haven’t read it yet, read it this summer. We’ll have a little book discussion on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: *other

The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jun 14, 2004

Before we can become the father, we must deal with our prodigal nature

Luke 15:11-32 June 13, 2004 The Return of the Prodigal Returning to the Father Over the Last few weeks we have been looking at this story of the Prodigal Son with the emphasis that we are all called to become the father in the story. But I also recognize that unless we deal with our own ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: *other

Buscando Lo Perdido, Parte I Series

Contributed by Timothy Archer on Mar 2, 2004

En las parábolas de la oveja perdida y la moneda perdida, Cristo nos enseña sobre nuestra actitud para con los "pecadores" de este mundo.

Lucas 15:1-10 I. “¡Recibe a pecadores!” A. En Lucas 14, vimos cuando Jesús llamó la gente a hacerse discípulos, como llamó a la gente a entregarse por completo al Señor. Terminó diciendo: “El que tenga oídos, que oiga.” B. Los “pecadores” oyeron y respondieron. Eran los marginados de la sociedad, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Libros Malos, Lecciones Buenas Series

Contributed by Timothy Archer on Mar 2, 2004

Jesús usa el ejemplo de un hombre malo para enseñarnos sobre la justicia. Tenemos que elegir entre servir a Dios y servir al dinero.

Libros Malos, Lecciones Buenas Lucas 16:1-15 ¡Cuántos escándolos en los últimos años! Enron. WorldCom. Martha Stewart. Parmalat. Gente que juega con los números y la contabilidad. La parábola que vamos a estudiar hoy parecería ser del último número de la revista Time. La parábola en sí nos puede ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Planting The Word

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 9, 2004

In this message we will see not only how the Word of God is planted, but we will see the power of the planted Word.

"PLANTING THE WORD" TEXT: LUKE 8:1-56/HEB 4:12 INTRODUCTION In Hebrews 4:12 we read; "THE WORD OF GOD IS LIVING AND ACTIVE. SHARPER THAN ANY DOUBLE EDGED SWORD, IT PENETRATES EVEN TO DIVIDING SOUL AND SPIRIT, JOINTS AND MARROW; IT JUDGES THE THOUGHTS AND ATTITUDES OF THE HEART..." Turn in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:1-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Good Samaritan"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Mar 11, 2004

Jesus answers the question: "Who is my neighbor?" for the lawyer who wanted to know who he HAD to love, and who he DIDN’T HAVE to love.

“The Good Samaritan” Luke 10:25-37 INTRODUCTION: Can you name some FAMOUS NEIGHBORS? o Mr. Rogers Neighborhood … sweater, sneakers … “It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood … won’t you be my neighbor?” o Dennis the Menace … “Helloooo Mr. Wilson!” o Ricky & Lucy Ricardo … Fred & Ethel ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

High On Grass Series

Contributed by Ethan Muse on Apr 2, 2004

The first of sermons in a series on Luke 15, based on the parable of the lost sheep.

This is my adaptation of a sermon by Pastor Henry Wright I am not a theologian. I don’t claim to be, I don’t try to be, and I don’t want to be. Don’t get me wrong, I have nothing necessarily against the theologian, I’m just not one. You see, theologians tend to be deep and profound, often ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

The Older Brother Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jul 12, 2004

Most of us in Church relate to the older brother if we are honest. The father loves us as much as the prodigal and invites into the party.

Luke 15:11-32 June 20, 2004 The Older Brother We’ve been looking at the story of the Prodigal Son for many weeks now – we began by talking for 4 weeks about our call to become the Father in the story. But last week I talked about how taking up the call to become the father without dealing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: *other

The Compassionate Father Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jul 12, 2004

Jesus’ picture of the compasionat father corrects many of our wrong images of God

Luke 15:11-32 June 27, 2004 The Compassionate Father Verses 1-2 1Now the tax collectors and "sinners" were all gathering around to hear him. 2But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, "This man welcomes sinners and eats with them." Our image of God speaks directly to our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: *other

Sowing Of Seeds

Contributed by Johnny Small on Aug 17, 2004

Who are the characters in the parables and what each represents.

Sowing of Seeds Jesus taught the people using parables. He told short stories using terms that the people were familiar with. These short stories also caused the people to think and to try to reason what Jesus was telling them. Just like today some people were too lazy or too busy to stop and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:2-20

Denomination: Baptist

Pity Party - Prodigal Son / Brother

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 28, 2004

It’s a sad tune because the only instrument in the band is your own drum which you are beating on incessantly - Very "Phunny" opening poem, then the CURSE, CAUSE, AND CURE of Self Pity. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

Pity Party Luke 15:25-32 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/PityParty.html It’s a sad tune because the only instrument in the band is your own drum which you are beating on incessantly. It’s not fun to listen to and no one taps their foot. But you are certain it makes you feel better to beat it out ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

How To Love A Wandering Child Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004

Father’s Day service looking at Jesus our Father King (6th in Worship the King series). It’s the Prodigal Son story, but more like the Faithful Father aspect.

Luke 15:11-32 – How to Love a Wandering Child Apparently, some kids had talked Mom into getting a hamster. They promised to take care of their pet, whom they named “Danny.” Within two months, though, Mom was taking care of Danny. One day Mom decided enough was enough; Danny would be given ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Return Of The King Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Aug 31, 2004

Christ’s return from the parable of the 10 virgins. 7th and last of the Worship the King series. Lead-in to communion.

PLEASE NOTE: This is written from an Arminian viewpoint with a post-trib leaning. Just tellin ya... Matthew 25:1-13 – The Return of the King A modern-day film phenomenon came to an end on December 17, 2003. Millions of movie-goers stood in line for what seemed an eternity to be part of a big ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

End Times Survival Manual Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 14, 2005

The Parable of the Ten Virgins provides a warning about always being ready and waiting.

The End Times Survival Manual Matthew 25:1-13 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Authors Joshua Piven and David Borgenicht have turned a rather dull how-to-book into virtual gold mine. Their original book The Worst Case Scenario ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ