Sermons on Parables Of The Kingdom:

Recieving The Riches Of God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 19, 2001

The parable of the dishonest steward is perhaps the most uncomfortable one to preach on. But, there may be more there to learn than we had previously thought.

A man took his seat in the theater, but he was too far from the stage. He whispered to the usher, "This play is a mystery, and I like this type of play so much I really watching them close up so I can catch all of the dialogue. If you’ll get me a better seat I’ll give you a handsome tip." So, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You Can't Take It With You

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Aug 10, 2016

Jesus teaches a lesson about covetousness and then illustrates it with the parable of the Rich Fool. How to avoid the destructive effects of covetousness and lay up treasures in Heaven

TITLE: You Can't Take it With You TEXT: Luke 12:13-21 INTRO: One of Aesop's fables tells about a dog who was carrying a bone. He came to a bridge and as he crossed, he saw his reflection in the water. He thought it was another dog with a bone. He opened his mouth to snap at the other dog and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Let Us Rejoice - For He Has Turned Sorrow Into Rejoicing Series

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on May 2, 2010

In view of the cross and resurrection - we have to see it - for us to realize that our sorrow now - is not permanent - but joy-filled

Let us Rejoice - He turns sorrow to Rejoicing Let Us Rejoice, For He has made Sorrow – Dance! John 16:12-22 † IN HIS NAME † May the Grace, the Mercy and Peace that God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ has poured out on you through the Spirit, create is us the ability to rejoice and ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025

Spiritual gifts are divine abilities given to believers by the Holy Spirit for the edification of the Church and the advancement of God’s Kingdom.

SPIRITUAL GIFTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:4-8, Ephesians 4:7-13, 1 Peter 4:10-11, Acts 2:1-4 INTRODUCTION: Spiritual gifts are divine abilities given to believers by the Holy Spirit for the edification of the Church and the advancement ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Prayers The God Hears:" The Pharisee And Tax Collector

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 3, 2023

In the parable of the Pharisee and Tax Collector, we’ll be looking at those prayers God hears. However, is all speech skyward prayer, and are they the prayers God hears and answers. In a study of contrast, Jesus’s looks at prayer and the type of prayers God hears.

Parables to Live By “Prayers the God Hears: The Pharisee and Tax Collector” Luke 18:9-14 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlUjYOQFsro Over the years, I’ve seen and heard quite a few prayers, and what others consider being the type of prayers that God hears. Now, almost ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Foursquare

More Than A Prayer (10) - "thine Is The Kingdom, Power And Glory,; For Ever, Amen. (Conclusion Of Series)

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on May 31, 2021

The Lord's prayer is much more than a prayer guide. It reveals who the father is to his children.

TEXT: Matthew 6:13 "And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil: For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen." OUR FATHER OWNS EVERYTHING The Lord's prayer is much more than just a prayer guide. It tells us who God, the father is. Our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13, Revelation 11:5, Psalm 62:11, Psalm 24:10, 2 Corinthians 1:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

"God's Will In Prayer" Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Sep 10, 2001

Three affirmations we make to God when we pray for his Kingdom reign to come.

Back in 1994 Disney released a movie called "Iron Will." It’s the story about a teenager named Will Stoneman who enters a marathon dog-sled race from Winnipeg, Canada to St. Paul Minnesota. Since Will’s father just died leaving the family in financial straights, Will enters the race to save his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10, Matthew 26:39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Future Focus Motivates Present Faithfulness Pt 13 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 28, 2018

Final message n this series continuing the discusion of checking our value system as kingdom kids.

Future Focus Present Faithfulness Pt 13 “Recalibrating Our Values 2” Review The Bible warns against three deadly viruses that threaten the effectiveness of the church of Jesus Christ. ? Guard against failing to appropriate God’s amazing enabling grace; available and sufficient. ? Guard against ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Rude Guest (September 1,2013).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

Jesus told this parable to illustrate God’s will and how there were seat-seekers who were excluding those who were in need of a seat.

THE RUDE GUEST Text: Luke 14, 1, 7 – 14 John Wesley had no intention of founding a denomination. He was a clergyman in the church of England. He boldly reached out to those whom society and the church of his day had marginalized. John Wesley saw the church ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1, Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: United Methodist

The Ten Virgins Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 13, 2020

The key question being asked by this parable is, “Are you ready to meet Jesus?” This question confronts us with four spiritual truths.

Message Matthew 25:1-13 The Ten Virgins Let’s turn in our Bible to Matthew 25:1-13 and read the parable there. A marriage in first century Judea had three stages. 1) The marriage arrangement where families got together to discuss the idea of a son from one family marrying a daughter from another ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

How To Seek And Save The Lost

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 22, 2003

Here are some guidelines for how to seek and save the lost as Jesus taught in the three parables of the lost sheep, the lost coin and the lost son.

How to Seek and Save the Lost (Luke 15:1-32) Too many Christians fail to remember that it was said of Jesus, "For the Son of Man has come to seek and to save those who are lost." (Luke 19:10) If we want to be like Jesus then we have to share the same purpose, passion and plan of the one who went ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Wheat And Weeds

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 21, 2020

Why is there evil in the world? The world is a mixture of good and evil. Let’s discuss the Parable of the Wheat and Weeds in Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43.

Why is there evil in the world? The world is a mixture of good and evil. Let’s discuss the Parable of the Wheat and Weeds in Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43. Another parable He put forth to them, saying: “The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field; but while men slept, his enemy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Baptist

The Paradox Of Poverty Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 30, 2020

Jesus started the sermon with a startling announcement that the “poor in Spirit” are the ones who will be blessed and get to be part of the Kingdom. What does this mean?

The Jesus Manifesto: Blessed are the Poor in Spirit Matthew 5:3; Luke 18:9-14 Chenoa Baptist Church 7-01-18 Yeezus? Kanye West is a musician, songwriter, producer, entrepreneur, and fashion designer. He’s also Mr. Kim Kardashian. He is famous for being outlandishly arrogant and calls himself ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3, Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Excuse Yourself From God's Banquet Of Salvation

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Nov 19, 2003

In the parable of the great banquet Jesus gives us a graphic warning about excusing ourselves from God’s feast of salvation in time and in eternity.

“Are you looking for just the right excuse for a certain situation? Ask your pastor he has heard them all.” Although more of joke than advice there is some truth to it. Pastors do hear a lot of excuses. But I think it would be more correct to say that only God has truly heard all the excuses ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Like A Good Neighbor

Contributed by David Dunn on Nov 1, 2025

Heaven’s mercy rescues us so that we may rescue others—turning strangers into neighbors and ordinary moments into living parables of grace.

Heaven’s mercy rescues us so that we may rescue others—turning strangers into neighbors and ordinary moments into living parables of grace. Texts: Keywords: Compassion Mercy Hospitality Grace Neighbor We’ve all heard the slogan: “Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.” It’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-18, Matthew 25:35-40, James 2:14-17, Titus 3:4-5, Luke 10:25-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist