Sermons on Parable Of The Sower:

I Never Knew You Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 11, 2025

In the Bible, there are several instances where individuals or groups are rejected by God, with the phrase "I never knew you" being a recurring theme.

with the phrase "I never knew you" being a recurring theme. This phrase is often used to convey God's disappointment and disapproval towards those who claim to follow Him but fail to demonstrate genuine faith and obedience. Here are few biblical examples: 1. The Parable of the Wise ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Greed And Materialism Is The Spirit Of Mammon. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 13, 2024

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical teachings on this topic and how to overcome the spirit of mammon.

In today's world, the pursuit of wealth and material possessions can be overwhelming. The Bible warns us about the dangers of greed and materialism, identifying it as a spirit of mammon that can enslave us. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical teachings on this topic and how to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:13, Matthew 6:24

Going All The Way! Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 10, 2001

As we study the early part of the book of Joshua today - I want us each to consider what it means for us to cross over ‘our’ spiritual Jordan AND go ALL the way with God (Real People - True Stories - part six)

"Joshua, Going All The Way...." Real People - TRUE Stories Part 6 TEXT: JOSHUA 1-4 [1:1-9] I am sure that most of us have heard the expression that Almost only counts in horse shoes and hand grenades. To almost hit your target with a grenade or to almost get a ringer, sometimes is good ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Rewards Of A Good Steward Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 13, 2006

In today’s text we learn that when we return to God with obedient giving, he will return to us with financial blessing.

Scripture Author John MacArthur wrote that you and I spend 50 percent of our time thinking about money—how to get it, how to spend it, how to save it, and how much of it we need to pay for different things. If we spend that much time thinking about money, it is obviously very important to ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:7-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Uncommitted Believers Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 21, 2005

Explores the superficial belief many had concerning Jesus--His interaction with them--and their ultimate response.

Uncommitted Believers Fortifying the Foundations # 21 John 8:30-59 11-23-03 Intro In John 8 Jesus has been teaching at the temple court. That teaching was interrupted by a challenge from the Pharisees in verse 13 and the crowd listened attentively as Jesus answered their defiance. We ...read more

Scripture: John 8:30-59

Denomination: Charismatic

Living Water Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 13, 2023

God’s will for you every day is to drink of His Spirit, worship in spirit and truth, and tell others about His Son. If you pursue just these three desires of God every day, you’ll live a full life without all the hassle and hurry.

Alan Fadling, in his book An Unhurried Life, tells a parable of a king who had two servants. One of the servants, for fear of not pleasing his master, rose early each day to hurry along to do all the things that he believed the king wanted done. He didn't want to bother the king with ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42, Luke 18:10-14, 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Seven Causes Of Suffering Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 12, 2021

We need to look at suffering from the point of view of the great Christian thinkers of the centuries, and not lock ourselves into any one simple theory that ends up making God the culprit.

Someone has said that half truths are whole lies. One of the greatest causes for conflicts and misunderstanding among Christians through the ages has been over enthusiasm for a half truth. People will take an idea that has a portion of the truth and wrap it up in a box and say it is The Truth. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-17

God's Cookie Jar

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on May 10, 2017

This sermon is about enjoying God's Treats that come when we love and obey Him - 1. His Holy Spirit 2. "Jesus moments" of manifestations and 3. Creating a Home (Life) with God at the Center

Scripture: John 14: 15-24; Dt. 6:4-9 and ( Psalms 36 - Call to Worship) Theme: God's Cookie Jar Loving God and Obeying God leads us to three great Supernatural Treats - 1. The Infilling Presence of God's Holy Spirit 2. "Jesus moments" of manifestation 3. Creating a Home (Life) with God ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 36:1-12, Deuteronomy 6:4-9, John 14:15-24

Denomination: Nazarene

Hearing God’s Good News-3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 11, 2018

3 of 3. Shepherds were given an official announcement of Jesus’ birth. Jesus’ birth has been publicly announced. BUT... Who will hear God’s Good News? Those who Hear/Discover God’s Good News...

HEARING GOD’s GOOD NEWS-III—Luke 2:8-20 —OR— DISCOVERING The GOOD NEWS! Attention: There is actual Substance to Jesus’ birth even when surrounded by the worldly traditional trappings. *All those things that comprise the season surrounding Jesus’ birth are fun & exciting!—& nothing is wrong with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Be Humble, Everyone.

Contributed by Neal Gracey on May 15, 2016

How do you and I avoid self-exaltation? How does your church avoid it? Beloved, humility is a matter of the heart and a complete understanding of our relationship with the Lord.

Be Humble, Everyone! This story told by Jesus is a familiar one to many. It’s the Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector from Luke 18:9-14. I won’t go into the parable itself; we can do that in class, but this story does remind me of several people I know and you probably know ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Challenges Require Decisions/Actions Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 6, 2020

Because we sin and the world sins, there will always be challenges in life and so today, tomorrow, this week, this month, this new year, let us commit to making decisions and actions with pure hearts and motives for the Lord!

Before we worship with Communion and remember the love of God through Jesus Christ, let us worship God by listening to Him… please open your Bibles to Judges 9……… Let us remind ourselves of what happened at the end of Judges …. Judges 8:28-35….. Gideon (Jerub-Baal) led Israel back to God and they ...read more

Scripture: Judges 9:1-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Strength Of A Father's Faith SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

On this Father's Day, we honor all fathers and inspire them to be the best they can be through the strength of Christ. We delve into the story of the Prodigal Son, not only focusing on the son's return, but also on the unwavering faith of the father who waited.

Today, we honor fathers and trust that, through faith, we can be the best we can be with the strength of Christ. In this sermon, we will not only look at the return of the Prodigal son but also the faith of the waiting father. In Luke 15:11-31, Jesus tells a parable about a father and his two sons. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-31

Topics: Father's Day, Faith

Serving In God's Garden SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

When God instructs us to serve in His garden, He is asking us to prioritize His needs over our own. This means stepping out of our comfort zones to reach out and minister to others.

Title: Occupying for the Lord Introduction: In Matthew 21:28-31, Jesus shares a parable about Christian service and the attitude that pleases Him. A father approaches two sons and instructs them to go and work in his vineyard. Although they receive the same assignment, their responses and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32

Topics: A Rewarding Life, God's Needs

Sacrificial Investments

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 10, 2006

To be a Christian, it takes a life-time of effort, obedience, and sacrifice.

IT HAS BEEN SAID THAT “THERE IS POWER IN THE PRESENCE OF A RISEN SAVIOR TO SOLVE OUR DIFFICULTIES, REMOVE OUR PERPLEXITIES, CALM OUR FEARS, EASE OUR BURDENS, DRY OUR TEARS, MEET OUR EVERY NEED, TRANQUILIZE OUR MINDS AND SATISFY EVERY CRAVING OF OUR HEARTS.” THE POWER THAT RAISED OUR SAVIOR FROM ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Nature Of The Kingdom Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 13, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: The Nature of the Kingdom

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: The Nature of the Kingdom Luke 17:20-21 December 6, 2009 In the next three weeks, I want to share about the King and the kingdom. This week I want to talk about the nature of the Kingdom, next week I want to share about the second coming of the king, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational