Sermons on Parable Treasure:

Commitment To Excellence

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

As followers of Jesus we are to be committed to excellence in every sense of the word.

Commitment To Excellence Luke 8:4-15 Commitment is key. No matter what it is that we are talking about there is no greater determining factor than our commitment. I'm not talking about commitment by coercion. I'm not talking about commitment by convenience. I'm not talking about commitment by ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Final Destination Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 9, 2010

A study of chapter 16 verses 1 through 31

Luke 16: 19 – 31 Final Destinations 19 “There was a certain rich man who was clothed in purple and fine linen and fared sumptuously every day. 20 But there was a certain beggar named Lazarus, full of sores, who was laid at his gate, 21 desiring to be fed with the crumbs which fell from the rich ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-31

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

"Jesus Exhorts To Right Thinking"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jun 19, 2009

Sin turned our thinking around backward. Jesus has to turn that around before we can understand anything.

“Now on the same occasion there were some present who reported to Him about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mixed with their sacrifices. 2 And Jesus said to them, “Do you suppose that these Galileans were greater sinners than all other Galileans because they suffered this fate? 3 “I tell ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Orthodox

What Kind Of Soil Are You? Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on May 13, 2019

What Kind Of Soil Are You? Series: Encountering Jesus (in the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – May 12, 2019

What Kind Of Soil Are You? Series: Encountering Jesus (in the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – May 12, 2019 Intro: This week I took our new dog to his first day of dog training. He’s a wild… free spirit. So I was nervous. Seriously. I really thought he was going to get kicked out of school…on his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Final Destinations – Heaven Or Hell

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 30, 2018

A study in the Gospel of Luke Luke 16: 19 – 31

Luke 16: 19 – 31 Final Destinations – Heaven or Hell 19 “There was a certain rich man who was clothed in purple and fine linen and fared sumptuously every day. 20 But there was a certain beggar named Lazarus, full of sores, who was laid at his gate, 21 desiring to be fed with the crumbs which fell ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Good Conscience

Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Feb 20, 2004

A good conscience is an unseen and a peace-giving jewel of a God-fearing man.

A good conscience is an unseen and a peace-giving jewel of a God-fearing man. Conscience is a gift from God. It tames our animal instinct and awakens us to moral consciousness. Without conscience, no man could see his own sinful condition as the Lord sees us. Our conscience surely guides us to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Single Focus

Contributed by Kris Roberts on May 14, 2004

A message challenging teens to put Christ first place in their lives.

“SINGLE FOCUS” 1. INTRODUCTION Matthew 6:24 says… "No one can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and Money.” · Show “Who do you serve?” clip · Everyone serves someone or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24, Mark 10:17-23

Denomination: United Methodist

The Freedom Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Jul 2, 2001

This is the third in a series of three sermons dealing with the issue of Church Discipline, restoration, and the freedom we have through forgiveness in the process.

The Loving Act of Church Discipline, Part 3: The Freedom of Forgiveness I was talking with a friend of mine recently who was telling me of just an incredible run of adversity that he had been going through. He and his wife were arguing about a new house and not talking. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Father Heart Of God

Contributed by Joel Smith on Jun 24, 2008

If your heart beats like the Father’s, you’ll love lost people too.

A several summers ago Laura and I witnessed every parent’s nightmare. As we soaked up the sun at Myrtle Beach, enjoying our annual vacation, watching Drake and Anna Gray, who were then still young enough to enjoy just playing in the sand, we noticed a man acting rather strangely. A barely ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

Watch And Work

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Feb 19, 2016

A message from the Olivet Discourse in Mark's Gospel.

WATCH AND WORK TEXT: Mark 13:28-37 Mark 13:28-37 (KJV) Now learn a parable of the fig tree; When her branch is yet tender, and putteth forth leaves, ye know that summer is near: [29] So ye in like manner, when ye shall see these things come to pass, know that it is nigh, even at the doors. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:28-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Facing Judgement Series

Contributed by John Bright on May 27, 2023

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

"Facing Judgement" Luke 13:1-9 A sermon for 9/25/22 Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor John Bright Luke 13 1 There were present at that season some who told Him about the Galileans whose blood Pilate had mingled with their sacrifices. 2 And Jesus answered and said to them, “Do you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9, Genesis 3:1-6, Romans 3:22-26, Micah 7:1-2, Acts 19:8-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Living In The New Testament

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jun 24, 2025

You can't put new wine in old wineskins, in so doing the wineskin bursts. Likewise, you cannot fit the Old Testament laws and rules into the New Testament grace, mercy, and forgiveness.

Welcome, beloved friends and family of faith, as we gather in this sacred space, a sanctuary of solace and strength, to seek the wisdom of the Word of God. We are here, united in our hunger for understanding, our thirst for truth, and our shared desire to draw closer to our Creator. In the words ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:16-17, Philippians 4:13, 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Have The Heart Of Jesus

Contributed by David Rogers on Sep 2, 2006

A sermon on how were are to mirror Jesus in our lives.

How To Have The Heart Of Jesus Matt. 9:35-10:1 Prayer Introduction I used to be hard hearted. I mean nothing bothered me. I could look you in the eye and not have cared one iota about you except what you could do for me. Now today that is not true. I will tear up at hearing a testimony, or ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Narnia: What Are You Waiting For? Series

Contributed by Jeff Thiemann on Nov 26, 2005

Advent is a time of watching, waiting and anticipating Jesus’ activity in our lives as Jesus has turned to each of us, to pull us into God’s great story of salvation for the world.

What are you waiting for? This is an appropriate question to ask on this Sunday as we begin the new church year and as we begin the season of Advent, these four Sundays that lead up to Christmas. Advent is a time of preparation; our preparation often includes much time shopping, decorating, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:24-37

Denomination: Lutheran

The Minas Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 10, 2005

Benefits of using God’s blessings to bring glory to Him

Stories Jesus Told - 2 "The Minas" Luke 19:11-27 INTRO.: Have you wondered if living the Christian life is worth the sacrifices and effort required? This story answers the question. Historians tell us this parable is unique among the parables of Jesus because it makes reference to an actual ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ