Sermons on Proper 23 Year B:

Promises Of The Shepherd

Contributed by Michael Ward on Mar 28, 2005

Celebration of Psalm 23 reviewing the promises of Good Shepherd to His faithful flock.

Introduction This is undoubtedly the most famous and oft-quoted of the Psalms. But why? Perhaps it is because of the comfort the Shepherd brings. But also, we see the promises of the Shepherd that we enjoy not only in this life, but in the eternity to come. This is a psalm of the Great Shepherd ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Five Essencials For The Life Of The Church

Contributed by Miguel Pinell on Dec 18, 2006

Acts 4:23-33 reveals to us five essencials for the life of the church

Essencials for the life of the church. Acts 4:23-33 I. (v.24) They raised their voice... First essencial is PRAYER. - Prayer plays a very important role in the life of a healthy growing church. - It was thru praye that the early church was able to overcome persecution. - It was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-33

Denomination: Baptist

Life As A Shepherd Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jul 20, 2012

A first person message from the viewpoint of a shepherd, speaking from Psalm 23.

July 8, 2012 Psalm 23:1-6 Shalom!! My name is Michael ben Samuel. I am from the land of Palestine and I'm a shepherd. It is an honor for a man of my occupation to be allowed to stand here and speak with you today. You see in my nation shepherding is not looked upon with favor. For most of my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

It Is Worth Fighting For Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 29, 2019

This is the 23rd sermon in the "Accounting" series from the Book of Ephesians.

Series: Accounting [#23] IT IS WORTH FIGHTING FOR Ephesians 6:10-17 Introduction: On this Father’s Day, we are going to continue in our Ephesians series. You may be wondering how a sermon from the text about the Armor of God fits on Father’s Day; but it fits. The last 13 verses in Ephesians 5 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship And The Soup Of The Soup Of The Duck

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Aug 19, 2019

23rd Sunday, Cycle C. Twenty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time

Have you ever heard the story of THE SOUP OF THE SOUP OF THE DUCK? A relative came to visit a man bringing a duck as a gift. So the bird was cooked and eaten. Soon a stream of guests began to call, each claiming to be a friend of the friend of the ‘man who brought you the duck.’ Each one, of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Catholic

The Living Bread = Jesus' Flesh

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Aug 12, 2003

A sermon for the 9th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 14 The sermon is about Jesus giving Himself for us

9th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 14 John 6:35, 41-51 Ephesians 4:25-5:2 The Living Bread=Jesus’ Flesh   35 Jesus said to them, "I am the bread of life; he who comes to me shall not hunger, and he who believes in me shall never thirst. 41 The Jews then murmured at him, because he said, "I am ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35-51

Denomination: Lutheran

Giving Thanks Is Not Normal

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Nov 21, 2006

A Thanksgiving Sermon for Series B lectionary, indicating that through the power of God’s Spirit, we are able to be truly thankful

Thanksgiving Eve, November22,2006 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we come before you this night to give thanks for your many blessings upon us – for the gift of life, for all that sustains us ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

A Camel That Passed Through The Eye Of A Needle

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 31, 2016

Jesus 'seeking and saving' the Lost.

A CAMEL THAT PASSED THROUGH THE EYE OF A NEEDLE. Luke 19:1-10. We recently read Jesus’ parable of a rich man who was only interested in hoarding his wealth, had no present compassion for the poor, and was living as if there was no God (Luke 12:16-21). God’s verdict on this man was that he was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Groaning And The Glory Series

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Jan 1, 2014

A STUDY OF ROMANS 8:16-23 WHERE PAUL COMPARES THE SUFFERINGS OF THIS LIFE WITH THE ETERNAL GLORY THEY BRING

Romans 8:16-23 – The Groaning & The Glory 16. The Spirit itself beareth witness with our spirit, that we are the children of God: 17. And if children, then heirs; heirs of God, and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together. 18. For I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:16-23

Denomination: Church Of God

Getting People To Jesus

Contributed by Bryan Strickland on Oct 10, 2009

This is a sermon that challenges people to work in unity toward a common goal of getting people to know Jesus.

GETTING PEOPLE TO JESUS! Mark 2:1-12 In Mark chapter two, we find four individuals united in one common goal—getting their friend to Jesus. The characteristics of their efforts on behalf of their friend are the same characteristics that must be true of Christians today, if they are to get men and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Church Of God

The Master Who Serves

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 31, 2016

Living for the kingdom. Waiting, listening, watching for Jesus' return.

THE MASTER WHO SERVES. Luke 12:32-40. Jesus has reassured His disciples that they are of more value to God than many sparrows, and that the very hairs of their head are numbered (Luke 12:6-7). He has also taught us, through the parable of the rich fool, to value the things of God more than the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Other Gospel

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 11, 2019

To add anything to the gospel of the grace of God is to deny the efficacy of the Cross of Jesus.

NO OTHER GOSPEL. Galatians 1:1-12. From the outset, the tone of the Apostle Paul’s letter to “the churches of Galatia” (Galatians 1:2b) is one of disappointment. The opening signature “Paul, an apostle” is immediately followed by a negative assertion - “not from men nor through man”; and a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Amos - The Country Prophet (3:1-6:14) Part 2 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Oct 26, 2009

we shall direct our attention to the "sermons" in chapters 3-6 a. There are three sermons, each beginning with "Hear this word..." - 3:1; 4:1; 5:1 b. The focus of these sermons is Israel, the kingdom in the north b. Who proclaimed G

"STUDIES IN THE MINOR PROPHETS" Amos - The Country Prophet (3:1-6:14) INTRODUCTION 1. In our previous study we began our survey of the book of Amos a. A prophet of God, who was... 1) A country shepherd and gatherer of sycamore fruit - Am 7:14-15 2) Called to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessings Of Being Right With God Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Aug 29, 2011

Those who are right with God are at peace with Him (1-2a), find joy in the hope of seeing Him (2b), find joy in the journey (3-5a), and are filled with His love (5b).

The Blessings of Being Right with God Romans 5:1-5 1 Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, 2 through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Will Never Abandon Us

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Jul 26, 2008

A sermon for the 11 Sunday after Pentecost, proper 12, series A, based on Paul’s letter to the Romans

11th Sunday after Pentecost [Pr. 12] July 27, 2008 “Series A” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, through your Son, the Word become flesh, you have revealed your steadfast love and faithfulness to our sinful ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35-39

Denomination: Lutheran