Sermons on Pharisees:

Its A Question Of Ownership Series

Contributed by John Hamby on May 13, 2003

Jesus uses the occasion of the Pharisee’s question about paying taxes to Caesar to important truths concerning a believers obligations to the State and to God.

A Study of the Book of Luke Sermon # 56 “It’s A Question of Ownership!” Luke 20:20-26 Someone once said, “While there are just two certainties in life: death and taxes, at least death doesn’t get worse every time Congress is in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Father Is Still Working

Contributed by Mike Turner on Oct 22, 2003

The Pharisees revile the Lord after his healing of the lame man at the pool. This sermon is based on his response to the Pharisees. The Father is still working !!

My Father Is Always Working ! John 5:1-18 1. After this there was a feast of the Jews; and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. 2. Now there is at Jerusalem by the sheep market a pool, which is called in the Hebrew tongue Bethesda, having five porches. 3. In these lay a great multitude of impotent ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Sinner's Prayer Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jul 30, 2003

Jesus: Friend of Sinners, Part 6 of 7

THE SINNER’S PRAYER (LUKE 18:9-14) Famed Holocaust novelist Elie Wiesel tells the story of the great rabbi Haim-Gedalia of Upshpitzin, who interceded fervently with God for an innkeeper who was notorious for his many sins. “Very well, I forgive him,” said the Almighty. The rabbi was pleased with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Never A Man Spake Like This Man

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Jul 3, 2002

When the rulers sent deputies to arrest Jesus they returned without him saying "Never a man spake like this man".

Never a Man Spake John 7:37-44 Intro: Jesus had been speaking in Jerusalem -He had caused quite stir. John 7:37-44 -Some believed vs.41 (this is the Christ) -Some doubted. (It can’t be) vs 41-42 -There was great division. Vs. 43 -Some wanted Him dead. Vs 44 -The Pharisees had send ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-44

Denomination: Baptist

The Peril Of Proud Praying! Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 31, 2003

The parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector is an interesting lesson about pride and humility, which raises three questions: (1) Why did you come to church? (2) What is your attitude in church? and (3) How will you go home?

The Peril of Proud Praying! Luke 18:9-14 by Dr. David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION A man with three sons inherited a little over $1 billion dollars. Since he now had all this money, he offered to buy his sons anything they wanted. He stressed money was no object. His first son said he had always wanted ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Why Legalism Stinks Series

Contributed by Larry Osborne on Jun 13, 2007

Having a clear understanding of God’s law can help us avoid the trap of legalism. King David, the apostle Paul and Jesus can each give us a healthy perspective on God’s law.

1 Timothy: Doing Church God’s Way North Coast Church Message #5 August 12-13, 2006 Dr. Larry Osborne Why Legalism Stinks 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Purpose Filled Love - Purpose Driven Life Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 7, 2004

Many people down thru the ages have been "purpose driven"... but have failed to understand the most important part of what makes us a Christian. Do you know what might have been missing in their lives?

OPEN: A mother looked out a window and saw Johnny playing church with their three kittens. He had them lined up and was preaching to them. The mother turned around to do some work. A while later she heard meowing and scratching on the door. The cats were obviously upset and frightened. She ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Break The Law

Contributed by Aaron Kilbourn on Jul 9, 2008

Be concerned with the heart, not with rules of society. Don’t worry about things that really don’t matter

Matthew 15: 1- 2, 10 – 20 “Then the scribes and Pharisees who were from Jerusalem came to Jesus saying, ‘Why do your disciples transgress the tradition of the elders? For they do not wash their hands when they eat bread.’” Then He called the multitude and said to them, “Hear and understand: Not ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

When Religion Steals Series

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on Sep 7, 2009

(PowerPoint Slides freely available by e-mailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) Dealing with the spirit of religion so that Christ is glorified.

Journeying with John - It’s a Blast (JWJ-20) When Religion Steals John 5:9-17 Good morning! Today I want to start with something rather unusual - I want to identify a thief in our midst - I want to name this thief so you are no longer vulnerable to his attack, I want to expose him. That thief’s ...read more

Scripture: John 5:9-17

Denomination: *other

Did Christ Work On The Sabbath?

Contributed by Kevin Call on Jun 30, 2011

By looking at the Bible, we can know with certianty what it tells us about Jesus Christ and His actions pertaining to the Sabbath.

DID CHRIST WORK ON THE SABBATH? John 5: 16-17-18; What does this say to the question of God and Jesus Christ working on the Sabbath? To start with, I wanted to point out some other examples of what one might relate to working on the Sabbath. “Upon another Sabbath, as Jesus entered a ...read more

Scripture: John 5:16-18

Denomination: *other

Grace And Gratitude

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jul 6, 2011

When we understand the grace of Jesus we will not point to others and be offended by their sin - instead we will see that we have a sin debt.

Message Have you noticed how easy it is to get offended by the actions of others? You are watching TV ... it is a really good show (if there is such a thing). Then someone in your family comes along and takes the remote and switches channels. Hey I was watching that. How dare you. And you get all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Baptist

Desktop Computer Christian Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 13, 2013

Part 3 focuses on the tablet Chjristian - one who places a lot of restrictions on how to be a Christian.

Desktop Computer Christians Part 3 Tablet Computer Christians Scriptures: Matt. 15:1-9; Matthew 23 Introduction: This morning I will continue with part 3 of my series I’ve titled “Desktop Computer Christians” by focusing on tablet computer Christian. As you recall from my ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

4, 3, 2, 1 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 24, 2013

Jesus is the only Way, and following Him, means having a cross as your destination.

4, 3, 2, 1 4 vignettes 3 identities 2 ways not to know 1 Way Read Together Matthew 16:1-27 16 The Pharisees and Sadducees came to Jesus and tested him by asking him to show them a sign from heaven. 2 He replied, “When evening comes, you say, ‘It will be fair weather, for the sky is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-27

Denomination: *other

How To Avoid Hypocrisy In Your Life

Contributed by Jim Butcher on May 29, 2013

A look at four keys to avoid hypocrisy in our lives.

WHAT IS SO BAD ABOUT HYPOCRISY? For the Christian, it’s the false security; for the non-Christian, it’s the disillusionment that happens when you look closely at Christians’ lives. - Luke 12:1 – “hypocrisy.” a. For the Christian, it’s the false ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Unruly Freedom Of The Word Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 11, 2014

God's plan is truly a surprise, but it is always directed toward our salvation and the spread of the Gospel.

Thursday of the 28th Week in Course 2014 Joy of the Gospel The Holy Father’s letter on the Joy of the Gospel tells us: “God’s word is unpredictable in its power. The Gospel speaks of a seed which, once sown, grows by itself, even as the farmer sleeps (Mk 4:26-29). The Church has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:47-54

Denomination: Catholic