Sermons on Parable Of The Dragnet:

The Parable Of The Lost Sheep Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 15, 2024

In this parable we find the heart of the Father. The work of our Good Shepherd, the condition of our souls, and the hope we have through Him.

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org Happy Resurrection Sunday, everyone! What a glorious crossroads in history when the God of the Universe took upon Himself our sins to save us from damnation by going to the Cross and defeating death by being raised ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Brethren

The Parable Of The Good Samaritan Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Mar 27, 2024

This is the most misinterpreted parable in the gospels

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org We have all heard the Parable of the Good Samaritan. It is a beautiful story about an unlikely hero helping someone in need. At first glance, we would say this is a biblical case of social justice—a man in need ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Brethren

The Parable Of The Hidden Treasure Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 4, 2024

The Parable of the Hidden Treasure (Matthew 13:44)

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org The “Lady Blunt” is one of the finest violins ever crafted by Italian luthier Antonio Stradivari. It was made in 1721 and is considered one of the best-preserved Stradivarius violins. In 1940, the violin was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44

Denomination: Brethren

The Parable Of The Unjust Servant

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 3, 2022

God expects singleness of service to Him. All that we do, secular and sacred is to glorify Him.

The Parable of the Unjust Servant Luke 16:1-13 This morning, we are studying one of Jesus’s parables. A parable is basically an illustration which is used to help understand an idea. This morning, we are studying the Parable of the Unjust Steward from Luke 16? What does Jesus want us to understand ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13, Luke 16:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Parable For Recalcitrant Goats

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Nov 27, 2023

A sermon for Christ the King Sunday, Year A

November 26, 2023 Christ the King Sunday Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Matthew 25:31-46 A Parable for Recalcitrant Goats Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Perhaps the most central call to prayer in Judaism is the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:34-46

Denomination: Lutheran

The Parable Of The Sower And The Seed Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 15, 2024

In this sermon, we will study the biblical significance of this parable, exploring its themes, symbolism, and practical applications.

In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus shares a profound parable that has been a cornerstone of Christian teaching for centuries. The parable of the sower and the seed (Matthew 13:1-23) is a rich and multifaceted allegory that offers insights into the nature of spiritual growth, the importance of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

The Parable Of The 10 Virgins Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jun 19, 2024

The Parable of the 10 Virgins; 5 Wise, 5 Foolish

The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins June 16, 2024 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD Matthew 25:1-13 For the last five days, we have spent the evenings here looking at the doctrines of Jesus' imminent return and the signs that are happening in the world ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Brethren

The Parable Of The Sheep And The Goats Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jun 25, 2024

The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats - Parts 1 & 2

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org We are now looking at the Parable of the Sheep and the Goats found in Matthew 25. It is important to remember that this parable is the conclusion of a single sermon that Jesus delivered and is recorded in Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Brethren

The Parable Of The Sower Explained.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 16, 2024

The Word of God is good seed (Luke 8:11): of that there is no doubt. So why is it that it does not have a good result in the lives of all those who hear it? The fault is in the soil.

THE PARABLE OF THE SOWER EXPLAINED. Luke 8:4-15. There were great crowds pressing to see Jesus, straining to hear His words, or perhaps hoping for a healing touch. We can imagine Jesus spotting a farmer sowing seed somewhere nearby, and using this to illustrate His own ministry. This parable ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Parable Of The Three Friends Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 14, 2025

Jesus answered a disciple's request (Lord, teach us to pray) with an example--and a story!

The Parable of the Three Friends (Full disclosure: Dr. Vance Havner wrote a sermon based on this text in his book, “Why Not Just Be Christians?”, published by Fleming Revell before 1977. This message is not a plagiary of his work. I preached a sermon based on this text on Sunday evening, June 1, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Dishonest Manager.

Contributed by Abimbola Salu on Oct 24, 2024

The love of money is the root of all evil.

“The love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. Some have wandered away from the faith and have impaled themselves with a lot of pain because they made money their goal.”1Tim.6.10 CEB We live in a world where money matters, and some people will do anything for money. It’s amazing how well ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:10, Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Fig Tree Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Apr 24, 2024

What does Jesus mean in the Parable of the Fig Tree

Dr. Bradford Reaves CrossWay Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org “From the fig tree learn its lesson: as soon as its branch becomes tender and puts out its leaves, you know that summer is near. 33 So also, when you see all these things, you know that he is near, at the very ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-36

Denomination: Brethren

The Parable Of Dives And Lazarus

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jun 16, 2025

What we do in this life determines where we will spend eternity

Kirby Underwood/Bitchfield 22-06-2025 Lk 16:19-31 Dives and Lazarus Story: A little girl was standing outside her Sunday School classroom when the pastor - a liberal theologian - noticed she was holding a big storybook entitled, “Jonah and the Whale.” The pastor wanted to have some fun with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Anglican

Introduction To The Parables Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 15, 2024

During His earthly ministry, as Jesus went about preaching and teaching, He frequently used parables

Introduction To The Parables Series: The Parables Of Jesus (Mt 13:1-3,10-17) INTRODUCTION There are so many great parables told by Jesus Christ in the Bible. These parables are still very relevant to us as modern Christians. All the parables of Jesus Christ teach us, encourage us, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-3

The Parable Of The Mustard Seed Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 15, 2024

This parable, like all parables, has one dominate lesson in it. The lesson is: “The Outward Growth of the Kingdom of God

05. The Parable Of The Mustard Seed Matt. 13:31-32; Mark 4:30-32; Luke 13:18-19 INTRODUCTION From the first two parables that Jesus taught and then explained, it is easy to conclude that the disciples may have been discouraged by what they heard... • In “The Parable Of The Sower”, only one ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:30-32