Sermons on Parable Of The Soils:

Give Thanks For Everything

Contributed by Peter Sapp on Aug 8, 2013

In the story of the prodigal son, the older son completely missed seeing all of his own blessings because of his clouded vision towards his brother.

Luke 15:25-32 Pray I'm guessing that you've probably heard this story that Jesus is telling to the Pharisees of the day. We picked up at the very end of it, and only read that part because most of the time after hearing the whole story people start to nod off at this part and really miss the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Have Your Relationships In Order Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Aug 13, 2013

This is the reworking of a sermon I did several years ago. 1. God is concerned about your relationship with YOURSELF 2. God is concerned about your relationship with OTHERS 3. God is concerned about your relationship with HIM

How To Have Your Relationships In Order TEXT: Luke 15:11-32 Let us begin this morning by reading our text. It is found in the gospel of Luke chapter fifteen: And He said, "A man had two sons. "The younger of them said to his father, 'Father, give me the share of the estate that falls to me.' So ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Special Attention And Plenty Of Fertilizer

Contributed by Larry Turner on Mar 11, 2014

We are commanded to bear fruit but if we do not give our fruit away it will only rot.

Have you ever visited a vineyard? We often go to the vineyard in Vale. It is the Woodmill winery. As you drive into their location you are surrounded by acres of grape vines. If you go during the peak season they hanging full of clusters of grapes. I thought it would be fun to perhaps plant some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9, Genesis 1:29, Colossians 1:6, John 15:1-2, John 15:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Ten Virgins

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Mar 17, 2014

This message is about professing Christians and the real church.

TEN VIRGINS Matthew 25: 1/6 I would like to speak to you on the parable of the Ten Virgins. In this message I would like to call it the Parable of the Ten Professing Christians, or the Parable of the Ten Church Members. The ten virgins are ten bridesmaids, no one of whom is the bride herself. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-6

Denomination: *other

Over The Top Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Apr 6, 2014

Looks at the principle of giving and receiving, not only in finances but also in Judgment and forgiveness

Over the Top Well here we are, for some of you it is your favorite month of the year at Cornerstone, for others, not so much. If you are new to Cornerstone or a guest today a little background, each year at Cornerstone during the month of April Denn preaches on Money. Well to be exact I preach on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-42

Denomination: Wesleyan

I Trust Jesus

Contributed by Daren Mitchell on Apr 22, 2014

Through submission I learn to trust Jesus more and more.

Paul Miller, the author of Love Walked Among Us, begins teaching seminars by writing these words on a flip chart: "I do nothing on my own. I can only do what I see my dad doing." Then, he asks for analysis of this statement from the audience. Typical responses that he hears are these, "The son ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Dragnet Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 17, 2012

A look at the parable of the net in three stages and personal applications of this truth.

INTRODUCTION In Matthew 13, there are seven parables Jesus told about the Kingdom of Heaven. We looked at two long parables, the Parable of the Sower and the Parable of the Wheat and Weeds. Then we looked at four short parables, the mustard seed, yeast, a buried treasure and a pearl of great ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:47-53

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Heroes: Thor Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Oct 10, 2013

This fun sermon series uses comic-book heroes as modern-day parables, uncovering hidden spiritual messages in the stories of superheroes like Superman, Batman, and Spider-man. Most of these sermons are expository, alliterated and have PowerPoint!

Holy Heroes: Thor Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 10/6/2013 If you’re just joining us, last Sunday I explained that Blooming Grove is going to be entering a float in this year’s Halloween Parade in Carlinville. The theme for the parade is Superhero Celebration and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-20

Denomination: Christian Church

Me, Myself And I. (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 9, 2011

How do you lose your soul? It’s a slow progression.

Jesus had a lot to say but sometimes people wouldn’t listen. They say that preaching is the fine art of talking in someone else’s sleep. There was a man that was so preoccupied with other thoughts that he missed what Jesus had to say. I want you to hear what Jesus is saying! Jesus sermon ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Prodigal Son's Brother

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jul 6, 2012

Chapter 15 of Luke is the start of a new discussion as Jesus makes his way into Jerusalem to fulfill his ultimate sacrificial mission. It begins with the Scribes and Pharisees grumbling because Jesus always allowed sinners to listen to him and eat with hi

This would be similar to having a pastor who spent most of his time trying to reach the lost while neglecting those in the congregation who are just sitting around trying to be Holy. Often the people who are just in church to be served are the ones who complain when they don’t get enough of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

The Tale Of Two

Contributed by Martin Holland on Sep 7, 2012

There are two people who are given the same opportunity and ability but yet the outcome are very different for one reason.

The Tale of Twos Matthew 7:21-29 In this life it is not only the American dream to live life to it’s fullest with absolute satisfaction, but it is the ambition of the world. This parable is obviously speaking concerning the way in which we live our lives. Title: The Tale of Twos 1. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-29

Denomination: Baptist

Debt And Devotion Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 12, 2011

God absorbs a debtor’s default.

Introduction Read Luke 7.36-50. Pray. So bad people need big forgiveness; as a result, when they meet Jesus, they love him much. Better people need less forgiveness, and so love little. The woman was bad, “a woman of the city,” “a sinner.” To state it crassly, a streetwalker or prostitute. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Matthew 13:51-52 - How To Be A Homeowner With A Nest Egg - Part 20 Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on May 5, 2011

I have inherited a mansion, and wealth beyond belief, a storehouse full of every resource I could ever need. (Spiders too apparently) ...

Matthew 13:51-52 - HOW TO BE A HOMEOWNER WITH A NEST EGG - Part 20 A shed full of every resource I could ever need, wealth beyond belief, an incredible mansion. I have inherited the lot according to Matthew 13:51-52, spiders too apparently. In the middle of writing this, a spider has come down ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:51-52

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sigue Orando Series

Contributed by Wilbur Madera Rivas on Sep 12, 2009

Sigue orando porque el buen Padre te está escuchando

Intro: En los primeros meses después del nacimiento de mi hijo Josué, nos dimos cuenta de que sus ojitos amanecían prácticamente pegados porque secretaba lagañas abundantes. De hecho, a veces ni podía abrir los ojos porque las lagañas se habían secado formando un adhesivo poderoso entre párpado y ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Religiously Transmitted Diseases

Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Sep 18, 2009

Did you know that there are spiritual diseases you can catch from practicing your religion? Jesus shows us two of them in Luke 15:11-32. Let’s explore them together.

RELIGIOUSLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES 2 RELIGIOUSLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES IN LUKE 15:11-31 September 20, 2009 ________________________________________ (I credit Ed Gungor for the title of this message. His book entitled "Religously Transmitted Diseases" served as a jumping off point for me to write ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist