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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
Recognize the condition of our hearts as the soil in which the seed of the Gospel is planted, and to make conscious choices to create an environment where our relationship with God can grow.
Today we're going to talk about our hearts and how they're like soil for the good news of Jesus. We're going to look at a story Jesus told in the Bible, called the Parable of the Sower. You can find it in Matthew 13:1-9 and 18-23. So, let's start with a cool object lesson. I want you all to grab a ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9, Matthew 13:18-23
Topics: Spiritual Growth, Fertile Heart, Parables, Biblical Teachings
When the Pharisee who had invited him saw this, he said to himself, “If this man were a prophet, he would know who is touching him and what kind of woman she is—that she is a sinner.”
What does it really mean to say our sins are truly forgiven? In our Christian faith we call that justification. A word rooted in the word justice. Which is what my name comes from, justin, means justice or to be justified. “What is justification? It is the declared purpose of God to regard and ...read more
Scripture: Luke 7:36-50
Denomination: Salvation Army
A study of the Gospel of Luke chapter 8 verses 1 through 15
Luke 8: 1 – 15 Just Give Me The Dirt Now it came to pass, afterward, that He went through every city and village, preaching and bringing the glad tidings of the kingdom of God. And the twelve were with Him, 2 and certain women who had been healed of evil spirits and infirmities—Mary ...read more
Scripture: Luke 8:1-15
Denomination: Calvary Chapel
Jesus teaches about the spiritual depth of people and their reception to the Word of God.
Seeds and Soils June 8, 2008 Me: I know nothing about farming. I can’t make anything but weeds grow in my lawn. But I get fascinated by people who do understand those things. Some people can make any plant grow. When I walk through the garden section at Home Depot the plants all lean over. ...read more
Scripture: Mark 4:1-20
Denomination: Baptist
out of something small can come great things
Mark 4:30-32 Have you ever seen a mustard seed? I have one in my hand, but unless you are very, very close to me, you will not be able to see it. This little seed is one of the most mysterious seeds in nature. It is hard to believe that from this tiny little seed, a plant that grows . . . and ...read more
Scripture: Mark 4:30-32
Denomination: Episcopal
1. Jesus taught the laws of sowing and reaping through the parable of the sower and the seed (Mark 4:1-20).
1. Jesus taught the laws of sowing and reaping through the parable of the sower and the seed (Mark 4:1-20). The Lord asserted that what we sow will proportionately be credited to our account in its quantity and quality. Sowing involves what we give out in terms of our faith, obedience, and service. ...read more
Scripture: Mark 4:1-22
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
INTRODUCTION: Verse 33: And with many such parables spake he the word unto them, as they were able to hear it.
INTRODUCTION: Verse 33: And with many such parables spake he the word unto them, as they were able to hear it. “Many (large amount) such (kind or sort)” ++++++++++ “Parables” (a placing of one thing by the side of another; a comparison; something like unto) ++++++++++++ “…….spake ...read more
Scripture: Mark 4:39-41
The parable of "The Good Samaritan" teaches us that we should love despite the circumstances and despite our feelings.
Expanding Your Circle Based, in part, on a sermon by Mark Scott Scripture Ref: Luke 10:25-37 Additional References: The Bible Knowledge Commentary 1. Introduction a. The text for today is one of the many parables Jesus used in His ministry. A parable is a story with a lesson in it, although the ...read more
Scripture: Luke 10:25-37
For the fig tree to be in a vineyard, it was planned and nurchured. Int he parable the owner give a grace period before judgment.
In the scripture before today’s reading Jesus is talking to crowds of people. He warned his disciples about the Pharisees, but they are not the real problem. There is someone else that can mislead you. It is God that you want to be happy with you, not man. He teaches that just because things are ...read more
Scripture: Luke 13:1-9
Denomination: Congregational
From the parable of the vineyard workers, understand the generosity of God’s grace and learn to extend grace and mercy to others.
Parable of the Vineyard Workers This is not a well-liked story because it hits at our sense for what is fair and just. Our first impression is that it is not fair. Why? Why Jesus tells this parable? 20:1 “The kingdom of heaven is like…” It is a description of how God’s Kingdom functions. It ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16
Denomination: Independent/Bible
#2 in Proberbs & Parable Series Proverbs 3&4, God gives direction and protection if we acknowledge him.
Proverbs Series #2 CHCC: 01-18-04 Along Straight Paths Proverbs 3-4 SCRIPTURE READING: Proverbs 4:5-11 INTRODUCTION: I grew up in Scottsdale, Arizona. The city was carefully planned from it’s founding. Because of that the streets are all laid out in a grid. It’s easy to find your way ...read more
Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ
The Parable of the Weeds in Matthew 13 is meant to demonstrate that the kingdom of God can flourish in spite of all the evil and opposition.
Thriving In A World of Evil Matthew 13:24-30; 36-43 Pastor Jim Luthy Our vision statement calls us to see the Living Christ in a thriving church of giving people. As we continue along this long walk with Jesus, how will our encounters with Christ translate into us becoming a thriving ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 13:36-43, Matthew 13:24-30
Funeral message for Michael Keys, age 36, whose parents requested a message from the parable of the Prodigal Son
In my study there hangs a reproduction of a sixteenth century map. My son gave it to me several years ago. He knows that I have always liked maps. I like to look at maps, study maps, even sketch maps myself. There is something fulfilling about seeing how things are laid out, how streets and ...read more
Scripture: Luke 15:11-24, Hebrews 11:16
THIS IS A CONTINUATION FROM THE PARABLE OF THE RICH FOOL. JESUS TELLS US, WHERE YOUR TREASURE IS, THERE IS HEART AS WELL.
MUB 3-6-05 LUKE 12;22-34 22Then Jesus said to his disciples: "Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat; or about your body, what you will wear. 23Life is more than food, and the body more than clothes. 24Consider the ravens: They do not sow or reap, they have no ...read more
Scripture: Luke 12:22-34
This parable opens up the generosity of God’s grace to a world of sinners who wants nothing to do with it.
October 9, 2005 Matthew 22:1-14 1 Jesus spoke to them again in parables, saying: 2 "The kingdom of heaven is like a king who prepared a wedding banquet for his son. 3 He sent his servants to those who had been invited to the banquet to tell them to come, but they refused to come. 4 "Then he ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14
Denomination: Lutheran
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