Sermons on Rebellious Son:

The Parable Of The Two Sons Series

Contributed by David Smith on Jun 18, 2009

Jesus said "What do you think? A man had two sons; he went to the first and said, ’Son, go and work in the vineyard today.’ He answered, ’I will not’; but later he changed his mind and went. The father went to the second and said the same; and he answered

My friend Kon used to say ’the more I see of kids today, the more I think about getting a dog’. Then he had a son. He doesn’t say that quite as much any more. His other great saying was ’I love children, but I can never finish a whole one’. He doesn’t say that much any more either. He might think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-31

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Problems Of The Prideful Son Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on Sep 25, 2010

The older brother displays some things which we need to face. Let’s learn from Him and not become like Him.

The Problems of the Prideful Son Luke 15:25-32 * Have you ever watched a movie and wonder what happens next? If you have, then you are thrilled at this word, “SEQUEL”. It has become common for popular movies to have follow-up movies which are called sequels. Today’s message is a sequel to our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

My Three Sons

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Dec 7, 2008

Dramatic monologue as if David were speaking: he starved emotionally his son Adonijah, he indulged his son Solomon, and he distanced himself from his son Absalom.

"Bless the Lord, 0 my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name. Bless the Lord, 0 my soul, and do not forget all his benefits ... as a father has compassion for his children, so the Lord has compassion for those who fear him." As a father has compassion for his children … When I first ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 18:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

The Only Forgotten Son Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 24, 2008

The message of Isaiah 53 is so powerful it changes the lives of those who hear it. What is its message and what gives it the power to change our lives?

OPEN: A few weeks from now we’re going to have the “Holy Hands For Christ” Sign Corp perform here at church. It’s a group dedicated to ministering to the deaf and the hearing impaired. They’ll put on their concerts, not so much to entertain as to raise money to buy hearing aides and other helpful ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Christ: Faithful Son" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 1, 2008

Sermon 8 in a study in HEBREWS

”Therefore, holy brethren, partakers of a heavenly calling, consider Jesus, the Apostle and High Priest of our confession; 2 He was faithful to Him who appointed Him, as Moses also was in all His house. 3 For He has been counted worthy of more glory than Moses, by just so much as the builder of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-6

Denomination: Orthodox

The Revealing Of The Son Of God

Contributed by Sunday Adelaja on Jan 16, 2008

God has called all believers to preach the Good News. Each one of us has been called to preach the Gospel to others. Only you can give this world the answer it’s looking for to the question: how to be delivered from the curse of sin. You are this world’s

God has called all believers to preach the Good News. Each one of us has been called to preach the Gospel to others. Only you can give this world the answer it’s looking for to the question: how to be delivered from the curse of sin. You are this world’s hope. The whole world is waiting for ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:19-22

Denomination: Church Of God

Witntesses For The Divine Son Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 19, 2008

Jesus has just claimed to be equal with God, to give eternal life (18), to be the source of life (26) & to be the judge of life (27). Are there any other witnesses to support this almost unbelievable claim? There most certainly are!

JOHN 5: 33-38 WITNESSES FOR THE DIVINE SON [Isaiah 35:5-6] Jesus has just claimed to be equal with God, to give eternal life (18), to be the source of life (26), and to be the judge of life (27). Jesus was claiming to be divine. Are there any ...read more

Scripture: John 5:33-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Jul 12, 2008

This talk reflects on 1. The Status of the prodigal son 2. The State of the prodigal son and 3. How the prodigal son came to his senses

RB 13-07-8 The Parable of the Prodigal Son Lk 15:11-32 The key to understanding this story can be found in the opening verses of Luke 15. Let me read them to you: Tax collectors and other notorious sinners often came to listen to Jesus teach. This made the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Anglican

The Parable Of The 2 Sons Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 30, 2008

Jesus speaks thru parable to teach us the basic premise of obedience...

Sermon Brief Date Written: July 29, 2008 Date Preached: July 30, 2008 Where Preached: OPBC (Wed PM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: A Study of the Parables Sermon Title: The Parable of the 2 Sons Sermon Text: Matt 21:28-32 28 “But what do you think? A man had two sons, and he came to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Tale Of Two Sons

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 26, 2009

Joseph gave birth to Ephraim and Manasseh and both had a significant meaning in his life. God is faithful to bring into our lives exactly what we need at just the right time.

THE TALE OF TWO SONS Troubles and Background:  Joseph dreamed of being used mightily of God. o A dreamer can see in color what everyone else sees in black and white. o Someone with a dream can see what others say can’t be done. o A dreamer can envision from afar what others cannot see up ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:50-52

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus, The Son Of God Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 10, 2009

The conclusion of Jesus’ final public disclosure of Himself to His people was the ultimate confession of His complete identity. In this last act of public ministry also is recorded the Jews final rejection of Him & all that He stood for.

JOHN 10: 30-42 JESUS, THE SON OF GOD Here we come to the conclusion of Jesus’ final public disclosure of Himself to His people. It was the ultimate confession of His complete identity. In this last act of public ministry also is recorded the Jews final rejection of Him and all that He stood ...read more

Scripture: John 10:30-42

Denomination: Baptist

Parable Of The Prodigal Son Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Mar 12, 2009

Jesus in the Parable of the Prodigal Son reveals the true nature of the father

Parable 11 - Parable of the Prodigal Son Visit to Pasadena • The year was 1973 • I had been accepted to college in England • Decided to visit Bob in California on the way to England • For 10 years I had been reading in a particular prophetic magazine about the imminent fall of the US • The country ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-32

Denomination: Christian Church

Lord, Son Of David

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 15, 2008

We must move from knowing about Jesus to knowing Jesus.

Matthew 15: 21 - 28 / Lord, Son of David Intro: With fast food, faxes, instant messaging, email, microwaves and the like, we are not accustomed to waiting. ---- Wait! That horrible four-letter word / put on hold and you hear music, it is not a good sign / press 1 for English, press 2 for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Many Sons To Glory" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Oct 1, 2008

Sermon 6 in a study in HEBREWS

“But we do see Him who was made for a little while lower than the angels, namely, Jesus, because of the suffering of death crowned with glory and honor, so that by the grace of God He might taste death for everyone. 10 For it was fitting for Him, for whom are all things, and through whom are all ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:9-13

Denomination: Orthodox

My Beloved Son Series

Contributed by Jonathan Campbell on Feb 20, 2008

The word "beloved" occurs 34 times in this short book. It is therefore worthy of our attention.

TEXT "What is thy beloved more than another beloved, O thou fairest among women? what is thy beloved more than another beloved, that thou dost so charge us?" INTRODUCTION The term ’beloved’ is quite a popular one. There is a novel entitled The Beloved, written by Toni Morrison. A film was produced ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:9