Sermons on Paralyzed:

An Exodus Meditation

Contributed by William Rodriguez on May 20, 2006

This is a Lenten meditation examining the relevance of the Exodus event for Christians.

The term “fear” has two important connotations: it expresses a reverential respect for God in matters both moral and spiritual, and it also implies cowardice and timidity. On this period of Lent, as we ponder the significance of the Exodus event, we encounter an interesting dynamic between fear (in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:30-40

Denomination: Lutheran

A Spirit Of Compasion

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 5, 2003

Jesus had compassion on the impotent man.We ought to have a spirit of compassion for people.

“A SPIRIT OF COMPASSION ” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 5:1-16 ETS: Jesus had compassion on the impotent man. ESS: We ought to have a spirit of compassion for people. COMPASSION I was hungry and you formed a humanities club and you discussed my hunger. I was ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-16

Forty Benefits Of Salt And Light

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2003

Too many Christians fail to appropriate the benefits, privileges and responsibilities of being salt and light. As a result, millions suffer because they continue to be spoiled by the world and its destrutive ways. Similarly, approximately 5.7 billion peop

Benefits of Salt (Matt 5:13-16) Too many Christians fail to appropriate the benefits, privileges and responsibilities of being salt and light. As a result, millions suffer because they continue to be spoiled by the world and its destrutive ways. Similarly, approximately 5.7 billion people are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Five Reasons Why Christmas Is Good News

Contributed by David Radcliff on Mar 11, 2016

Good news of Christmas.

FIVE REASONS WHY CHRISTMAS IS GOOD NEWS Luke 2:1-14 (emphasis on 10.,11) I started my own Christmas tradition when I was about six years old. Ever since I was six I have watched A Charlie Brown Christmas at least one time during the Christmas season. The part that always held my attention the most ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

This One's On God Series

Contributed by Christabel N. Onuoha on Mar 15, 2016

As potent as humans are, our potency is quite limited. There are challenges in our lives that we are impotent to handle, we must recognize this, and instead of give up, just learn to let go and let God.

Casting Your Cares On The Lord Zechariah 4:6 "Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.” Every now and then we all come under pressure – the pressure of ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6, 1 Peter 5:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Bad Things Happen To Faithful People

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 3, 2010

Paul and Silas lovingly and boldly ministered to the needs of the people they encountered. As a result of their endeavors people's lives were changed, but Paul and Silas were imprisoned. Serving Jesus often involves struggles and setbacks.

Acts 16:16-34 “Bad Things Happen to Faithful People” INTRODUCTION Power comes in many shapes and forms. There is the raw horrendous power of an atomic explosion. In contrast to such power is the group power of civil disobedience, which we witnessed in Gandhi’s fight for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Lutheran

My Way

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 28, 2011

We must strive to be obedient, no matter the circumstances.

My Way March 27, 2011 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must strive to be obedient, no matter the circumstances. Focus Passage: I Samuel 13:1-15 (Pew Bible page 324) Introduction: He was a professional thief. His name stirred fear as the desert ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

"How Do You View Death"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Sep 15, 2011

David Platt in his book radical talks about “Your life is free to be radical when you see death as your reward.” This sermon will help to show that when we can conquer our fear of death we will be bale to be free to live the life God intended us to live.

When we are young a lot of us are afraid of something. Usually kids are afraid when they go to sleep of something being under the bed or hiding in the closet. Irrational fears are just that “Irrational”. A lot of us are afraid of the economy and just remembering 9/11 causes us to think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:37

Jesus' Purpose For Healing A Paralytic Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 28, 2016

Jesus came to heal sinners

We continue our worship by listening to what God wants to tell us through the Gospel of Mark. Open your Bibles to Mark 2….. read along with me v1-17….. We have noted in chapter 1 of Mark that the news about the power of Jesus, both physically and spiritually, have spread throughout the land and so ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Overcome Your Fear

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 27, 2022

We live in a wild world today, There’s a lot of things that can cause us to be uneasy and afraid (Fear) of how things might turn out. I know I’ve gone through a lot of experiences like that. Many things can make us anxious, and get us concerned, get us worried about what’s going to happen next.

Matthew 8:23-27 23 And when he was entered into a ship, his disciples followed him. 24 And, behold, there arose a great tempest in the sea, insomuch that the ship was covered with the waves: but he was asleep. 25 And his disciples came to him, and awoke him, saying, Lord, save us: we perish. 26 And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:23-27, Luke 1:26-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Real Problem Is Sin Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 5, 2020

The prophecies of Isaiah were fulfilled in the mission and work of Jesus--and more than fulfilled.

Monday of the 2nd Week in Advent 2020 Scholars tell us that the Book of Isaiah appears from language and tone to have three parts, written with the words of the prophet, living late in the life of the kingdom of Judea. The first part prophesies the need for repentance in Judea and in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26, Isaiah 35:1-10, Psalm 85:9-13

Denomination: Catholic

The Discipline Of Change

Contributed by Dr. Casey Adams on Oct 11, 2018

This message helps listeners realize that the discipline of change is a concept ordained by God.

I. "BECAUSE THEY HAVE NO CHANGE, THEREFORE THEY FEAR NOT GOD" A. The Psalmist saw much wickedness in his life 1. He noticed their prosperity - Ps 73:3; 92:7 2. They were not in trouble as those who fear the Lord B. His continued trials and perplexities caused him to wonder just why is there such ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 10:4, John 15:5, Luke 21:34-36, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-6, Daniel 5:1-30, Luke 12:16-20, Amos 6:1, Hebrews 12:6, Hebrews 12:8, Isaiah 51:13, Psalm 73:14, Psalm 92:7, Psalm 73:3, Luke 14:16-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

(It Happens After Prayer)

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Jun 27, 2020

THE CHILDREN OF ISRAEL HAVE FOUND THEMSELVES AT A TURNING POINT AND A TURNING POINT IS a time at which a decisive change in a situation occurs, especially one with beneficial results.

2 Chronicles 7:14 (KJV) 14 If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. (IT HAPPENS AFTER PRAYER) MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS THE ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

Something To Sing About

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 6, 2018

Paul and Silas are imprisoned because of their witness. Facing dire circumstances they break out in song and amazing things happen.

Acts 16:16-34 “Something to Sing About” INTRODUCTION Power comes in many shapes and forms. There is the raw horrendous power of an atomic explosion. In contrast to such power is the group power of civil disobedience, which we witnessed in Gandhi’s fight for India’s independence, and Martin ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Lutheran

That Will Never Happen Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 23, 2020

This is the 21st sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Series: Action [#21] THAT WILL NEVER HAPPEN Acts 9:31-43 Introduction: During this COVID-19 pandemic, I have said and I have heard people say, “That will never happen”. Things like, “The Government will never shutdown Churches in the United States”. I want each of you to list 5 things that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:31-43

Denomination: Baptist