Sermons on Proper 14:

Faith Needs A Total Commitment From Us

Contributed by Chris Blackshaw on Jun 17, 2011

Based on Genesis 22:1-14 I examine what God requires from us in our faith life.

Faith is a matter of life or death. In Romans 6:23 we are told that the wage of the sinner is death but the gift of God is eternal life in Jesus Christ our Lord. We either believe in God and walk with Him by faith throughout our lives, accepting Him as our Lord and Saviour and have eternal life ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

A Thankful Prayer Series

Contributed by Allen James on Nov 16, 2009

This is the second message the Eucharist series exploring Colossians 1:9-14 as Paul reveals three essentials for a thankful prayer.

INTRODUCTION: Authentic thanksgiving through prayer is a true REFLECTION of the gratitude in our hearts for GOD’S ACTIVITY (past, present, & future). Transition: Ex. of A.C.T.S. prayer. We must be careful not to reduce thanksgiving in our prayer to a section or checklist in preparation for ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Where Have All The Good Men Gone?

Contributed by Damon Rambo on Apr 4, 2008

Genesis Chapter 14. An Expository review of the traits of Abram (Abraham), and how our modern men fall far short.

Where Have all The Good Men Gone? Genesis 14 Ya know, Men have gotten a pretty Bad rap here in the United States. Every where I look, it seems like the role of the Man is being attacked and belittled by the culture, by our media, and even by our government officials. Single women are told, that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 14:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The Knowledge Of God's Will

Contributed by Amanda Wilson on Oct 20, 2007

An exploration of how we can know and live God’s will based on Colossians 1:4-14 and Psalm 73.

Have you ever found yourself wondering what God wanted you to do in a particular situation? Have you ever found yourself doing what you thought was right only to see it apparrently go all wrong? Are you growing and learning what it means to do God’s will or do you find it all to confusing? When ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God's Masterpieces Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 8, 2007

14th in a series from Ephesians. Those who have been created as new creations by God are His masterpieces.

Although most artists create many different works, it seems that for most of them, they come to be identified primarily with one particular work. Let’s see if you can identify the artists who created each of these works that I’ll display on the screen. Since, as you know, I’m not very cultured, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

Palms And Walls

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 9, 2004

A sermon on Isaiah 49:14-22 for Baby Recognition Sunday. (Thanks to many SermonCentral contributors for illustrations and ideas)

Sermon for 8/1/2004 Baby Sunday Isaiah 49:14-22 Introduction: A. Isaiah is the Shakespeare of the Old Testament. Start reading here and go through to the end of this book we see wonderful descriptions of Jesus Christ, of salvation, and of the New Israel (the Church) and of heaven. B. Vs. 14- ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:14-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Gospel Divides Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on May 26, 2008

Exposition of Acts 13:42-14:6 about the fact that the gospel tended to divide people by response and by the plan of God

Text: Acts 13:42-14:6, Title: The Gospel Divides, Date/Place: NRBC, 5/18/08, AM A. Opening illustration: Tell about Mel and Josh and how the gospel is further dividing their marriage, B. Background to passage: Paul has just invaded the city of Antioch Pisidia, and preached the gospel in the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

You Are The Light Of The World

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 1, 2009

A sermon on Matthew 5:14 (I got this from my files. I don’t know the name of the author)

Evening Service for 5/31/2009 Matthew 5:14- You are the Light of the World Introduction: B. Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Don Sutton hadn’t won a game in 8 weeks. The press was suggesting that he be dropped from the starting lineup. The future looked bleak, and Sutton felt terrible. Then, before ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-15, John 8:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Master's Desire Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 8, 2010

Exposition of Luke 14:15-24 regarding our duty as servants to be heralds of the gospel and compel people into the kingdom of God

Text: Luke 14:15-24, Title: The Master’s Desire, Date/Place: NRBC, 2/7/10, AM A. Opening illustration: Unless there is a transformation of contemporary church life so that once again the task of evangelism is something which is seen as incumbent on every baptized Christian, and is backed up ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-24

Denomination: Baptist

Peace

Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 7, 2013

“Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!” Luke 2:14.

Theme: Peace Text: Is. 9:1-7; Titus 2:11-14; Luke. 2:1-14 Christmas day is a time to focus on the birth of Christ and the love and generosity of God as we exchange gifts with joy and thanksgiving. If the angels could rejoice singing “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Living Dead

Contributed by Leonard Cook on Feb 18, 2013

Holiness in Church (2:1-7) Holiness of the Heart (2:8-13) Holiness in Actions (2:14-18)

Background Material James Biographical Info: • The author was James, Jesus’ half-brother; James and Christ had different Fathers (Matthew 13:55; Mark 6:3). • James, also called James the Just, (Matthew 13:55; Mark 6:3). • James was not a believer (John 7:3-5) until after the resurrection (Acts ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-26

Denomination: Holiness

Funeral For A Believer

Contributed by Jeremiah Heydt on Sep 27, 2017

Based on John 14:1-7, the sermon tells of some of the greatest truths and promises of God to be found anywhere in the Bible.

John 14:1-7 Funeral Sermon We gather here this afternoon in memory of our brother/sister in Christ, ____________________ We gather here to grieve and mourn our loss.... We gather to remember and reflect upon his/her life.... A life in which each of you were blessed to share.... We gather here to ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

The Prayer That Realigns Our Lives Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 16, 2019

The Prayer that Realigns our Lives Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey - July 14, 2019

The Prayer that Realigns our Lives Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey - July 14, 2019 #30 in series Luke 11:1-4 Intro Today we continue in our series on Encountering Jesus in the Gospel of Luke. We’ve seen that central to who Jesus is and what he is doing… is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

David Saves The City Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 30, 2019

First Samuel 23:1-14 shows us what seeking God's guidance looks like.

Scripture King Saul wanted to kill David. So David became a fugitive on the run from Saul. Initially, David’s faith in the Lord was superseded by his fear of Saul. However, David came to realize that God was still sovereignly watching over him and protecting him. Therefore, David’s trust in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 23:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Jesus Approved Worship” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 11, 2019

From the worshiping women in Mark 14, we learn three things about the kind of worship that Jesus approves of.

John says (John 12:1) Jesus arrived in Bethany 6 days before Passover, which means He arrived on Saturday. He and His disciples stayed in Bethany each evening during the first part of the last week of His life. They’d journey 2 miles into Jerusalem, He’d teach the people, stop for the evening at ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-11

Denomination: Baptist