Sermons on Prophetic Narrative:

The Perfect Gift PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 21, 2023

This sermon explores God's love manifested in Jesus' birth, the redemption it signifies, and our understanding of this divine gift, leading us to awe and worship.

Greetings, beloved congregation. We gather here, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in a grand narrative of love, redemption, and understanding. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the second chapter of Luke. In this passage, we find a story that is so familiar, yet so profound, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-8

Topics: God's Gift, Christmas Gift

More Deadly Than The Male

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. INTRODUCTION 1.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Our study of this fascinating book moves this morning to the third epoch of that time in the history of ancient Israel known as the Period of the Judges. The third epoch lasted forty years, but most of the events recorded in our text passage occured on a single, tumultuous day. ...read more

Imitating God Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Jul 18, 2008

Ways to imitate God and thereby cash in on the spiritual riches in Christ. (Expository sermon)

We’re in the series "Simple Living," based on the 2nd half of Paul’s correspondence to the Ephesian Christ followers of the First Century. In the first half of the letter, believers are described as “spiritually rich,” and in the second half, the part upon which this series is based, we’re told ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

God Made The Message

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 29, 2010

I suppose one of the most thrilling books in the Bible is the book of Acts.

Intro: 1. John Bunyan, wrote Pilgrim's Progress testified, "Read the Bible, and read it again, and do not help to understand something of the will and mind of God, though you think they are fast locked up from you. Neither trouble yourself, though you may not have commentaries and expositions; pray ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

A Modern Lesson From The Ancient World Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 27, 2012

Society calls homosexuality an alternative, but the Bible calls it sin.

A Modern Lesson From the Ancient World Text: Gen. 19:1-29 Introduction 1. Illustration: Billy Graham once said, "If God doesn't judge America He'll have to apologize to Sodom and Gomorrah." 2. Another godly man, who recently passed away, Chuck Colson said, "The ship is sinking. We’re not ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-29

Denomination: Methodist

Christmas According To Luke Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 20, 2014

In a logical and well-researched manuscript, Luke helps the skeptical and scientific know that the account of Jesus is fully trustworthy. We can learn from the shepherds as we develop awe, accept the message, and act on it.

Christmas According to Luke Luke 2:8-20 Rev. Brian Bill December 20-21, 2014 Bridge from “Still He Came” We wander and we’re accustomed to darkness, blinded by our own sins as we turn our backs on you. And yet, Jesus you still came…for us. And so here’s a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Accession Of Jesus

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 2, 2020

Luke Chapter 24 verses 50-53 by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: FIRST: The Narrative of the Ascension. (1). A Blessing (vs 50). (2). A Departure (vs 51). (3). A Feeling (vs 52). (4). A Gathering (vs 52-53) SECOND: The Theology of the Ascension. (1). It marked the end of his earthly ministry. (2). It showed success in his earthly work. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:50-53

Denomination: Brethren

The Accession Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 2, 2020

Luke Chapter 24 verses 50-53 by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: FIRST: The Narrative of the Ascension. (1). A Blessing (vs 50). (2). A Departure (vs 51). (3). A Feeling (vs 52). (4). A Gathering (vs 52-53) SECOND: The Theology of the Ascension. (1). It marked the end of his earthly ministry. (2). It showed success in his earthly work. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:50-53

Denomination: Brethren

Does The Lord Need Anything

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Jul 18, 2023

Jesus enters Jerusalem

Does the Lord Need Anything? Mark 11:1-14 The Gospel of Mark dedicated only ten chapters to the life and ministry of Jesus, but there are six chapters written about the events leading to Jesus’ Passion, Resurrection, and Ascension. The King of the Kingdom solidified His Kingdom on the Cross at ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jacob And Esau Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 4, 2022

God blesses Jacob, "Let peoples serve you, and nations bow down to you. Be Lord over your brothers and may your mother's sons bow down to you. Cursed be everyone who curses you and blessed be everyone who blesses you!"

Jacob and Esau Later, given the name Israel, Jacob is regarded as a patriarch of the Israelites and is an important figure in Abrahamic religions, such as Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. He had 13 children, 12 boys, one girl, Dinah. The boys became the heads of the 12 tribes of Israel. Biblical ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Raising A Godly Generation

Contributed by Esther Collins on Aug 2, 2020

This is a sermon about the importance of passing on our faith in Jesus to the next generation - our children and grand-children.

Raising a Godly Generation As the world grapples with the effects of a pandemic, we have been forced to face lockdowns, and quarantines, something the majority of the world is trying to come to grips with. These lockdowns have compelled us to stay home with our families like never before. In ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:16-18, 1 John 2:16, Judges 2:10, Deuteronomy 11:18-21, Deuteronomy 11:2, Deuteronomy 6:10-12, Deuteronomy 4:20, Deuteronomy 5:15-19, Deuteronomy 6:5, Joshua 24:14-15, Deuteronomy 4:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Israels Flight From Egypt To The Promised Land: A Divine Image Of The Christian Life

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 9, 2021

The overarching theme of the book of Exodus is found in the deliverance provided by God to his people, as He delivers Israel from bondage, declares his supremacy over the false gods of Egypt, and supernaturally delivers Israel through many miraculous events.

The overarching theme of the book of Exodus is found in the deliverance provided by God to his people, as He delivers Israel from bondage, declares his supremacy over the false gods of Egypt, and supernaturally delivers Israel through many miraculous events. The theme of deliverance continues from ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 9:12, Exodus 7:13, Exodus 8:15, Exodus 8:32, Exodus 9:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Paul's Sermon & Healing At Troas Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 17, 2017

Luke did not mention the collection in connection with the journey to Jerusalem, which Romans 15:25-28 clearly indicates was undertaken to deliver the gift. Why is Acts silent on the subject? Was there ultimately some problem with the collection?

November 11, 2015 Acts of the Apostles By: Tom Lowe Lesson: Paul's Sermon & Healing at Troas (Acts 20:6-12) Acts 20:6-12 (KJV) 6 And we sailed away from Philippi after the days of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

Parables Of Lostness Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Oct 17, 2023

Jesus is the answer to all our lostness no matter what kind we may find ourselves in.

JUST JESUS: CHAPTER BY CHAPTER THRU LUKE Parables of Lostness LUKE 15:1-32 #justJesus INTRODUCTION NARRATIVE 1: “Taken” In 2008, an action movie came out that spurred 2 more movies after it and all because of one speech. 7 sentences is the crux of one movie and allowed them to make two more after ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Last Revolution: The Coming Awakening Of The Millennials

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 28, 2021

The divine overarching story of humanity and the universe itself is playing out right before our eyes. It's happening everyday. It's all around us. You can feel it. It's all encompassing!

The divine overarching story of humanity and the universe itself is playing out right before our eyes. It's happening everyday. It's all around us. You can feel it. It's all encompassing! It's like a song in the backdrop. It's like a quiet melody on the wind. You can feel ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:26-31, Luke 17:20-21

Denomination: Salvation Army