Sermons on Parable Of The Wheat And Tares:

The Magnitude Of His Grace Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 29, 2004

From the father’s reactions in the parable of the prodigal son, understand the magnitude of God’s grace for sinners.

Focus on the father’s responses in the parable of the prodigal son - Verses 22-24; 31-32 We are going to focus on the father in this story today. In order to understand this parable, we need to start with 15:1-2 “Now the tax collectors and "sinners" were all gathering around to hear him. 2But the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Do You Think?

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Sep 26, 2008

A sermon for the 20th Sunday after Pentecost, proper 21, series A. The Parable of the Two Sons

20the Sunday after Pentecost [Pr. 21] September 28, 2008 “Series A” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, You sent your Son, Jesus the Christ, into our world to reveal your will for our lives and to redeem ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Denomination: Lutheran

Thinking Outside The Box Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jul 23, 2007

In the parable of the Good Samaritan, Jesus challenges his followers to be creative in their neighborly love and to think outside the box.

Luke 10:28-37 “Thinking Outside the Box” INTRODUCTION [Enter to theme song of Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood, “It’s A Beautiful Day In the Neighborhood.” Sit down, replace shoes with athletic shoes, and slip on a cardigan sweater] From the late 60’s to 2001, Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood was a staple ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:28-37, Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Justified Before God - In God's Sight, Part Ii Series

Contributed by Harold Simpson on Oct 16, 2003

This sermon is the second in a series of sermons about justification before God. It is centered around the the Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican.

3 August 2003 Pentecost/Season After Pentecost Luke 18.9-14 Justified before God- In God’s Sight, Part II I. Place & Position II. Posture III. Plea The Pharisee came with a full hand, with a hand that couldn’t miss, a hand that was a sure winner. The Pharisee didn’t have a poker face. At ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Methodist

Wise-And Other-Wise Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jun 14, 2004

#1 in Proverbs & Parables Series: An over-view of Proverbs describes 4 kinds of fools described in Proverbs.

Proverbs/Parables Series #1 Wise and Other-Wise by: K. Edward Skidmore Proverbs 1-2 DRAMA: Foundation of Sand by Susan & Ed Skidmore Would you buy a Jiffy Build Home? That’s the kind of question Jesus was asking in the Parable of the foolish builder. SCRIPTURE READING: Matthew ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Does Christianity Look Like?

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jul 14, 2004

The parable of the Good Samaritan surprises - it’s not what you’d expect, as a picture of Christianity - but it works.

Luke 10:25-37 WHAT DOES CHRISTIANITY LOOK LIKE? Have you ever been surprised when you have met someone in person, surprised by the way that person looked? During the fair, the local radio station personalities are there, and you’re able to see what they look like. And almost always, you’ll hear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Lutheran

"Heavenly Treasures"

Contributed by J. Curtis Goforth, O.s.l. on Jan 5, 2005

This sermon challenges the attitudes of most congregations in America towards material possessions in the light of the parable of the rich fool.

Sermon on Luke 12.13-21 Preached at Christ Boulevard United Methodist Church August 1, 2004 Rev. J. Curtis Goforth, O.S.L. Someone in the crowd said to him, "Teacher, tell my brother to divide the family inheritance with me." But he said to him, "Friend, who set me to be a judge or arbitrator ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-22

Denomination: United Methodist

Take The Checkered Flag Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Jan 6, 2005

The final sermon in this NASCAR series that uses Parable leading to Textual Exposition to call people to generous living.

Bible Text: 1 Timothy 6:3-19 Series: NASCAR Comes To Church Title: Take the Checkered Flag Topic: Christian Living / Stewardship Theme: Purposeful Growth in Christian Living / Stewardship of What We Have Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to commit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:3-19

Denomination: Wesleyan

"Pride, Humility, Forgiveness

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Oct 19, 2004

A sermon for the 21st Sunday after Pentecost Proper 25 Parable about the Pharisee and tax collector

21st Sunday after Pentecost Proper 25 Luke 18:9-14 Sermon "Pride, Humility, Forgiveness 9* ¶ He also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous and despised others: 10 "Two men went up into the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. 11* ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Holy Communion: A “humble Pie” Not “black Tie” Event Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 2, 2010

How does one prepare for Holy Communion? With a humble faith. The parable of the Prodigal Son will illustrate such a faith.

The Art Gallery of Alberta (AGA) held the grand opening of its hip new $88 million building in January. Were you invited to this black tie event? Neither was I. Then again I didn’t give a million dollars for the construction of the Gallery nor am I a friend of the mayor. Gallery openings are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24, Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Lutheran

I Am Known Of Him

Contributed by Roger Wilson on Jul 24, 2015

Understanding that we are, have been and will be known by Jesus, based on His words in the parable of the good Shepherd.

John 10:11 (ESV) I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. 12 He who is a hired hand and not a shepherd, who does not own the sheep, sees the wolf coming and leaves the sheep and flees, and the wolf snatches them and scatters them. 13 He flees because he is a ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-15

The Importance Of One - You Matter.

Contributed by John Gullick on Jan 22, 2017

A sermon that uses Jesus parable of the lost sheep and talks how one is important and the individual makes a difference

The importance of one You matter. One to the power of two Ever been in a huge crowd – like at a rugby game or at some huge event. One feeling you get in such a crowd is the littleness of who you are and your own personal insignificance. Your sense of importance diminishes even more if you realise ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:12-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Being The Broom Mk2 Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Mar 28, 2016

The parables of the lost coin. What is our part n finding the coin? A practical application is what it is.

Sri Lankan edition MK 2; Being the broom. Luke 15:8-10 Jesus tells us this little parable about lost people being found; in it he compares those lost people to a silver coin, a lost silver coin. Now in our day and age with rampant inflation a silver coin is for most of us not a big deal, I’m ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:8-10

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Rich Man And Lazarus

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Aug 4, 2013

A deep exploration into Luke 16:14-30 with emphases on understanding the parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus in context.

In these tough economic times, panhandling is a common scene. Visit any sizable city and it seems there is someone on every corner asking for money. No doubt, a few desperately need help; nevertheless the majority of panhandlers are taking advantage of the generosity of others. It is enough to make ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:14-30

Denomination: *other

The Reality Of The Treasure Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Mar 7, 2021

This is the first of four messages looking at the Parable of the Foolish Rich Man. It was part of our annual Money Month

When you think of a treasure, what crosses your mind? Perhaps something buried by a pirate? When I was a boy, when I thought about treasure, I thought about Jim Hawkins and Long John Silver from Robert Louis Stevenson’s novel “Treasure Island”. By the way, Long John Silver was the ship’s cook, not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Wesleyan