Sermons on Proper 23 Year B:

Seek The Lord In Righteousness

Contributed by Patrick Agbonkpolor on Dec 31, 2020

As we commence a new year we need to break up our fallow ground and take time to feel the Lord for divine direction and guidance.

TOPIC: SEEK THE LORD IN RIGHTEOUSNESS. TEXT: HOSEA 10:12 " Sow to yourselves in righteousness, reap in mercy; break up your fallow ground: for it is time to seek the LORD, till he comes and rains righteousness upon you." We rejoice with you all for making it to the New Year, 2021. We ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 10:12-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

"A Voice Of Comfort"

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Dec 6, 2008

A sermon for the 2nd Sunday of Advent, Series B preached 12/7/2008 at Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, Audubon, Iowa. Based on a sermon outline by Dr. Carl Fickenscher III, Concordia Pulpit Resources, Vol. 16, No.1.

One of the Advent hymns that we will be singing during communion this morning is “Comfort, Comfort Now My People”, it’s hymn #29 in the Lutheran Book of Worship. The first line of the hymn says “Comfort, Comfort, now my people; “Tell of Peace” so says our God. (LBW 29 v.1) I have to admit, I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Cross Of The Christ Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 13, 2022

The cross of Jesus Christ glorifies God—by 1) Revealing God’s righteousness (Romans 3:25b–26), by 2) Exalting God’s grace (Romans 3:27–28), by 3) Revealing God’s universality (Romans 3:29–30), and by 4) Confirming God’s law (Romans 3:31).

Romans 3:25b–31. 25 (whom God put forward as a propitiation by his blood, to be received by faith). This was to show God’s righteousness, because in his divine forbearance he had passed over former sins. 26 It was to show his righteousness at the present time, so that he might be just and the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:25-31

Denomination: Other

"My Good Shepherd”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Apr 17, 2024

In John 10 Jesus reaffirms that He is fulfilling Ezekiel 34. Psalm 23 is a Psalm that touches a deep place within our souls. Why would Jesus compare Himself to a “shepherd” if in His own culture the role of the “shepherd” was a profession that was rejected?

In Jesus Holy Name April 21, 2024 Text: Psalm 23:1-3, John 10:11 Redeemer “My Good Shepherd” Psalm 23, may be the most familiar and favorite of all the psalms. The affirmation of God as our good shepherd implies a truth that touches a deep place within our souls. “Even ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-17, Psalm 23:1-6, Hebrews 9:27

Denomination: Lutheran

Canceled Debt Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Feb 13, 2017

When we were born again we had our sin debt wiped clean; canceled. Okay, now what? What will we do as a result? There is an improper response and a proper response to having our debt canceled. This week, we'll look at some improper responses.

CANCELED DEBT INTRODUCTION: There is a pro basketball player who started out strong but lately has fallen on hard times. Because of injuries he has played in just 10 games over two seasons, and I suppose is frustrated with his low pay since his over ten million dollar a year contract isn't cutting ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14, Titus 17:11-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

3rd Day Anoining

Contributed by Samuel Stephen on Jan 25, 2010

2 Peter 3:8 (New Living Translation) but you must not forget this one thing, dear friends: A day is like a thousand years to the Lord, and a thousand years is like a day. 1st day – the early Church 2nd day – we were saved (until 31st Dec 2000) 3rd d

Third Day Anointing Text: 2 Peter 3:8 (New Living Translation) but you must not forget this one thing, dear friends: A day is like a thousand years to the Lord, and a thousand years is like a day. 1st day – the early Church 2nd day – we were saved (until 31st Dec 2000) 3rd day – Today’s Church ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:8

Denomination: Apostolic

Keeping Mom Happy

Contributed by Chris Talton on May 13, 2003

This Mother’s Day message gives 7 means for keeping momma happy her whole life rather than just one day a year.

May 11, 2003 Colossians 2:6-12 “Making mom happy” INTRODUCTION Today is Mother’s Day. We want to honor our mothers as Scripture commands, and we want to do our best to make them happy…for at least one day. The Lord knows that there have been enough days that we have made them cry. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

Our Story About Our Savior Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 16, 2019

To give your Christian testimony, keep answering these four questions: 1. Who are you? (vs. 19-23). 2. Why do you do the things you do? (vs. 24-27). 3. Who is Jesus Christ? (vs. 28-30). 4. How did you get to where you are? (vs. 31-34).

Our Story about Our Savior The Gospel of John John 1:19-34 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - April 13, 2016 (Revised June 16, 2019) *Do you have a Christian testimony? Well, if you are a Christian, you surely do have a testimony. *Sometimes we are moved when a person who has lived ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34

Denomination: Baptist

Objects Of His Mercy And Glory

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 18, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you GOD's Object of Mercy and Glory? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that GOD made us His Objects of Mercy and Glory. IV. TEXT: Romans 9:23 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) He does

I. EXORDIUM: Are you GOD's Object of Mercy and Glory? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that GOD made us His Objects of Mercy and Glory. IV. TEXT: Romans 9:23 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) He does this to make the riches of his glory shine even brighter ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Land Of Beginning Again

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 15, 2003

For New Year’s: a participatory sermon, raising the questions: [1] What comfort zone is God calling you to leave? [2] What frightens you most about what God is calling you toward? [3] In what ways have you resisted God’s desire to bless you? [4] How is G

Every now and then God does something which guarantees that those among whom He is working will never be the same again. Whatever it is that He does may seem small and insignificant at the time, but after a while you come to realize that He has done something which has changed everything. We’ve ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3, Psalm 137:1

Denomination: Baptist

Hope That Stands In The Storm Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 16, 2011

Through God’s message of Ephesians 4:13-15, the people of God can have "Hope that Stands in the Storm" though a: 1) Unity of the Faith (Ephesians 4:13a), 2) Knowledge of Christ (Ephesians 4:13b), 3) Spiritual Maturity (Ephesians 4:13c) and 5) Authentic Lo

Audio Link: http://sermon.net/Kratz/sermonid/2782483/type/audio I was encouraged this week to join a protest against Pepsi co. about a new Pepsi soda can which omits the words "under God" from the American Pledge of Allegiance. This intrigued me for my kids have recently been on a strange Pepsi ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:13-15

Denomination: Other

Standing Strong In The Face Of Change Series

Contributed by Michael Carbaugh on Jun 11, 2009

For almost 30 years after the reign of Nebuchadnezzar, Daniel is faced with much change. In order to cope with this change Daniel had to learn the biblical characteristic of steadfastness.

How Many Christians to Change a Light bulb? CHARISMATICS: Only 1 - Hands are already in the air. PENTECOSTALS: 10 - One to change the bulb, and nine to pray against the spirit of darkness. PRESBYTERIANS: None - Lights will go on and off at predestined times. ROMAN CATHOLICS: None, they only use ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

From The Pig Pen To The Palace

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 21, 2022

In the year 2001, they had a commercial on television where two campers were walking toward their camp site, and they saw a bear looting their camp and eating their food.

They started running toward the bear hollering, “Bad Bear! Bad Bear!” The bear raised up on its back legs, and it appeared to be around 7 or 8 feet tall. They realized that they had made a serious mistake by approaching the bear. Needless to say, both of them were frightened. One of them picked up ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Rich Fool

Contributed by Joel Santos on Jul 18, 2007

The rich man prided himself on his intelligence, his success, his efficiency and foresight. He had plans to ensure his comfort for years. But God calls him a ’fool’.

The Rich Fool Luke 12:13-34 Jesus is preaching mainly about the Pharisees (see 11 :37, 45;12:1). Suddenly a man shouts out from the crowd. ’Tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me,’ he calls out. While Jesus is preaching, the man is thinking about a family quarrel in which his brother ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Letter To The Church In Ephesus.

Contributed by Claude Alexander on May 2, 2020

I know your deeds, your hard work and perseverance . I know you cannot tolerate wicked men and you have tested those who claim to be apostles but. are not, and have found them false. You have persevered and endured hardships for my name and have not grown weary.” Rev. 2: 2-3 .

Letter to the church of Ephesians Revelation 2:1-20 The City of Ephesus was located on the western shore of Asia Minor what is now Western Turkey. . It was a seaport city. All trade coming by sea came through the city of Ephesus. The city boasted of its stadium and its tribute to the pagan god ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God