Sermons about Parables Of Christ

"The Real Sinner's Prayer"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Jul 21, 2004

based on 84 ratings

| 13,206 views

In the parable of the Pharisee and the Publican, we see that you can’t impress God. Having "religion" doesn’t impress God. The Publican gives the REAL "Sinner’s Prayer".

“The REAL Sinner’s Prayer” Luke 18:9-14 INTRODUCTION: Jesus loved to speak in parables. They grabbed people’s attention. If Jesus said, “Once upon a time, there was a man who ….”, then everybody stopped to listen to the story Jesus was about to tell. It’s like … when I stop to tell a joke … ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Change For The Better Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Oct 14, 2004

based on 29 ratings

| 3,977 views

Parables of Christian Living, Pt. 5

CHANGE FOR THE BETTER (LUKE 16:1-12) I searched the web for what makes a good hire and what makes a bad hire to the following quotes: “A good hire is hard to find.” “Making a good hire is important, keeping a good hire is far more important.” The cost of making a good hire is high; the cost of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Good Samaritan Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 7, 2005

based on 27 ratings

| 10,128 views

The three character types and philosophies seen in Jesus’ story of the Good Samaritan.

The Good Samaritan Luke 10:30-37 INTRO.: The background of this story is a question that came to Jesus from a lawyer: "What must I do to inherit eternal life?" His motive was to test Jesus. Jesus turns the question back to him and he answers correctly. To onlookers, it must have seemed he asked a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-37

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Passion Week Act Iii Teaching Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Feb 25, 2005

based on 18 ratings

| 5,127 views

This is about the parable of the two sons.

Passion Week Act 3 Teaching Jesus spent a great deal of time his last week on earth teaching. In this time we have the Great Commandment, the sheep and the goats, the signs of the end of the age, and many other famous teachings of Jesus. Read Matthew 21:28-32. We have here a clear simple story. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Wesleyan

Weed-Free Gardening-Guaranteed!

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 8, 2001

based on 181 ratings

| 18,668 views

Every time we try to use worldy influence or power or scheming to get God’s work done we end up doing more damage to his kingdom than if we’d just let the weeds grow until harvest time.

Most of you are way too familiar with the problem of weeds. Even those of you who live in Covenant Village where the weeds are generally taken care of by the grounds crew can remember when you were children and you had to pull the weeds in the garden. I must have spent every Saturday morning ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: *other

The Barren Fig Tree Series

Contributed by Eric Carey-Holt on Feb 16, 2003

based on 77 ratings

| 23,314 views

Jesus was responding to news about a calamity Luke 13:1-5. He was told of how Pilate (the Roman governor) had killed some Galileans (Jews from Galilee, the same region Jesus was from), and had anticipated the thinking of those who brought Him this news.

THE BARREN FIG TREE—Luke 13:6-9 INTROUDUTION As we were making our way through the parables of Jesus as recorded in Matthew’s gospel, we noticed several that were directed toward the nation of Israel in particular. "The Two Sons", this speaks of the rejection of John the Baptist- Mt 21:28-32. "The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:6-9, Luke 13:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

A Friend At Midnight Series

Contributed by Eric Carey-Holt on Feb 16, 2003

based on 51 ratings

| 8,681 views

The model is the Lord’s Prayer and this pattern of prayer has been a part of the Christian tradition for centuries. This model lays out a way that we can pray to God and shows how we can have an effective life in prayer. Jesus did not just show this to th

THE FRIEND AT MIDNIGHT—Luke 11: 1-13 TEXT Luke 11:1 One day Jesus was praying in a certain place. When he finished, one of his disciples said to him, "Lord, teach us to pray, just as John taught his disciples." 2 He said to them, "When you pray, say: " `Father, hallowed be your name, your kingdom ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Citizenship Of The Kingdom Series

Contributed by Phil Inglis on Feb 26, 2003

based on 24 ratings

| 7,498 views

The Kingdom of God promises blessings are available to us NOW! We are all able to affirm our citizenship of the kingdom of God and claim the promises of that Kingdom today.

Today is Australia Day, today is the day that we celebrate our citizenship of this great country and also welcome new citizens into our fellowship. I don’t know whether you have seen this on the news but the Prime Minister, in an attempt to drum up nationalistic and patriotic sentiment has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:20-21

Denomination: Methodist

Developing Our Talents

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Nov 10, 2002

based on 196 ratings

| 30,524 views

God has invested talent in each and everyone one of us. God looks our abilities and sees not just who we are, but who we can become and what we can accomplish for His glory.

DEVELOPING OUR TALENTS Text: Matthew 25:14 - 30 I once heard the story about a young man who called over the phone to check up on the effectiveness of his work at his work. He called the lady he worked for posing as a young man who was looking for yard work. He asked her if it were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: United Methodist

Seven Things In Hell That Ought To Be In The Church

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Dec 7, 2002

based on 226 ratings

| 19,448 views

One of the forgotten doctrines of the church today. What you believe about this doctrine affects your vision and how you live.

Seven Things In Hell That Ought To Be In The Church Luke 16:19-31 Introduction Hell is the forgotten doctrine. Go to you neighborhood Christian book store and ask for the commentary and theology section. After walking by all the "Jesus Junk" (pictures, jewelry, trinkets, ect), the Christian ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Mount (Kjv)

Contributed by Samuel Low on Jul 26, 2003

based on 11 ratings

| 4,283 views

An outline on giving, prayer, fasting, treasure, and the Kingdom of God from Matthew chapter six.

Sermon On The Mount Matthew 6 I. How To Give Alms (6:1-4) A. Alms Given Incorrectly (6:1-2) 1. Done For The Praise Of Others (1) 2. Tooting Your Own Horn (2) B. Alms Given Correctly (6:3-4) 1. Done In Secret (3-4) 2. Rewarded By God (4) II. How To Pray (6:5-15) A. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-34

Denomination: Baptist

Erasing The Debt Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Aug 1, 2003

based on 61 ratings

| 4,350 views

The radical nature of God’s forgiveness for us, and why it is essential that we forgive others in turn.

Erasing the Debt: Matt. 18:21-35 “Your Kingdom Come”; July 20, 2003 Intro: A pastor’s son and his mom had been to a shopping mall and the boy had acted badly, wanting this and that, running off, etc. As they were driving home, he could sense her displeasure and said, "When we ask God to forgive ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Mount (Kjv)

Contributed by Samuel Low on Aug 9, 2003

based on 17 ratings

| 4,740 views

An outline of Matthew Chapter 7 looking at judging others, prayer, eternity, false teachers, the kingdom of heaven, and building your life.

Sermon On The Mount Matthew 7 I. How To Judge Others (7:1-6) A. What goes around comes around (7:1-2) 1. Judge Not (1) 2. Measured to you again (2) B. Look at yourself first (7:3-6) 1. The little things in the lives of others (3-5) 2. The big things in your life (3-5) 3. Know the difference ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And The Canaanite Woman

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Sep 5, 2002

based on 117 ratings

| 31,960 views

This sermon addresses how Jesus ministered to the Canaanite woman when others, including Jesus’ own disciples, would have just brushed her off.

JESUS AND THE CANAANITE WOMAN Text: Matthew 15:10-28 It seems that Jesus was indifferent toward this Canaanite woman who was in need of His help. Matthew 15:24 could give one that perception on the surface: "I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel" (Matthew 15:24 RSV). ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:10-28

Denomination: United Methodist

Kingdom Business

Contributed by Michael Stover on May 26, 2002

based on 74 ratings

| 8,006 views

Kingdom Business is what we are to be about.

Jesus said to seek first the kingdom of God. Everything else comes in second, and it comes in a far second. I. See the Reality of the Kingdom A. Tangible Evidence B. Walk by faith and not by sight II. Seek the Rule of the Kingdom A. ‘Kingdom’ means rule, authority B. Your heart is a throne and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Baptist

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