Sermons on Parable Of The Talents:

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 Conniving Steward

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 23, 2019

In one of the most misunderstood passages in Scripture, the Lord uses a parable to tell people who choose money over God to use it to win friends in hell & He uses the ambition of the ungodly to spotlight the laxity of the saved.

THE PARABLE OF THE CONNIVING STEWARD Luke 16:1-15 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Police Officer Robert Marklin of Algonac, Michigan says, “I was in my patrol car by a blinking red light – the equivalent of a stop sign – when I watched an elderly man drive straight through without even slowing down. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-15, Isaiah 14:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Parable Of The Rich Fool

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 17, 2013

Parable is a short story that illustrates a moral point and Jesus illustrates that in the parable of rich fool.

The parable of the Rich Fool Luke 12:13-12:21 Introduction- Please turn to Luke 12:13-21. This is the parable of the Rich fool. It is the recorded words of Jesus addressing a conflict between two brothers over an inheritance. The words of Jesus goes much deeper than two brothers arguing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Talent: What's In Your Hand Series

Contributed by Todd Tenaglia on Jun 13, 2025

God has given each of us a unique set of gifts, abilities, and resources. The challenge for us is to figure out the best way to use them for the glory and advancement of the Kingdom.

1. Opening a. Illustration: ?A story about our beautiful garden at home and my inability to care for it. ? Overgrown with weeds that choke the beautiful flowers until I learn how to care for it. ? A gardener inherited a plot of land. Some areas were rocky, some fertile, but every inch could be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Sheep & The Goats Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 1, 2011

"The Parable of the Sheep and the Goats" is not mentioned in any of the other gospels, no doubt because the other Gospels do not focus on Christ’s kingship, as does Matthew. For that same reason Matthew places much greater emphasis on all aspects of the L

The American economy faced an economic decision like it never has before this week. After decades of overspending, a judgment of budgetary failure came upon the American people. Unable to deal with their ever increasing debt load they faced the challenge of resolving their debt. All actions have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Other

Parable Of The Workers In The Vineyard Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Aug 27, 2009

This Parable shows how outrageous the grace of God is and no one is excluded without first being included

Parable 14 - Laborers in the Vineyard When we were students in Los Angeles we used to go down to the beach with friends for a BBQ • at the time the big rage in drinks was wine-coolers • Being Australian and a little ignorant of brands in California, one day we bought a cheap bottle of wine from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Christian Church

The Parable Of The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Sep 19, 2015

Exploring the progression of a sinner in the prodigal son: from his wanting independence, which lead to his shame, which lead to his repentance, and his brother's jealousy of his grace received.

The Parable of the Lost Son Introduction: In his book, What’s So Amazing About Grace , Phillip Yancey tells the story of Ernest Hemingway. Hemingway grew up in a very devout evangelical family, and yet there he never experienced the grace of Christ. He lived a libertine life that most of us ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Stewardship-A Question Of Control Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 27, 2006

(Read Matt 25:14-29) Parable of the Talents - Apply to principles of trust and stewardship

Another week of witnessing fires sweep through hills and homes, continues as a backdrop to our consideration of stewardship; and developing of life of trust. - One man on T.V., wandering thru the ashes that had once been his home… “We come into this world with nothing… We leave with nothing” - He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Using What God Gave You Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on May 18, 2004

Parable of the Talents warns us to use what God gives us, and to use it well.

Using What God Gave You Purpose Driven Life #32 Cornwall April 17, 2004 You have considered who you are, over the past few weeks, in looking to understand where you are to fit into the family of God. Four weeks back, we considered the subjects of the spiritual gifts you have received and your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-46

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Just Wait For The King!

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 27, 2014

Is this text about how a Christian should manage money?

Don’t Just Wait for the King! Luke 19:11-28 Introduction I have heard this passage as well as a similar one in Matthew and Mark preached on these money programs on the radio, as though it was concerned with investments. This is part of a comprehensive program on money management which ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Parable For A Rebellious House

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 5, 2008

This is a message to begin the year with a call to repentance and spiritual consecration.

Ezekiel 24:1-14 KJV Again in the ninth year, in the tenth month, in the tenth day of the month, the word of the LORD came unto me, saying, [2] Son of man, write thee the name of the day, even of this same day: the king of Babylon set himself against Jerusalem this same day. [3] And utter a ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 24:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Parable Of The Unforgiving Servant Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Jun 26, 2005

Jesus extends grace to all with one exception. This parable explains what blocks "grace"

Parable of the Unforgiving Servant • Matthew 18:21-35 (NRSV)21 Then Peter came and said to him, “Lord, if another member of the church sins against me, how often should I forgive? As many as seven times?” • Peter though he was being generous by suggesting seven times as the Pharisees taught to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Christian Church

Parable Of The Two Debtors Series

Contributed by L Lee on Sep 15, 2010

God has forgiven our sins. How grateful are we to Him? What are the signs that we are being ungrateful.

The Parable of the two debtors (Luke 7:36-50) Now one of the Pharisees invited Jesus to have dinner with him, so he went to the Pharisee's house and reclined at the table. {37} When a woman who had lived a sinful life in that town learned that Jesus was eating at the Pharisee's house, she brought ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Christian Church

Using What God Has Given

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Aug 30, 2007

Jesus told this parable to remind us that what we have is not ours. God has given us gifts and they are what we can handle. We must invest and use them. A day of accountability will come.

1 Peter 4:10: “Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms.” It is not too difficult to identify the talents we have. • Some are good at music, some good at drawing, cooking, writing… • After a short period of time, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Parable Of The Ten Virgins Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 8, 2018

The Parable of the Ten Virgins explains the place of Israel’s true converts during the Tribulation Period.

-Tuesday- Mount of Olives (13) Olivet Discourse Scriptures: Matthew 25:1-13 Part 13.1: Parable of the Ten Virgins Parable of the Ten Virgins 1 “Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. 2 “Now five of them were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist