Sermons on Righteous Sheep:

The Suffering And Glory Of The Servant

Contributed by Richard Francis on May 10, 2009

God that is Father, Son and Holy Spirit knew from the beginning of creation that this day would come, still the pain for Jesus Suffering and death imagine how any parent would feel seeing a child suffer in such away, image what pain for the creator of all

See my Servant (52: 13 – 15); I’ve preached many a time on the theme that God knew the cost of creating us and still did What cost well, the suffering of Jesus Have you ever wondered did Jesus really have to die, well did he? After God is God, surely he could well just change the rules a bit and ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love Is A Verb (Lectionary, Year B, Fourth Sunday After Easter)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 21, 2021

We are called to live out God’s love and truth through our deeds by keeping God’s commandment to love one another in the name of Jesus Christ (I John 3:23)! Love is a verb because the kind of love that today’s text is talking about requires us to go beyond words and put love into action.

LOVE IS A VERB Text: I John 3:16- 24 1 John 3:16-24  We know love by this, that he laid down his life for us—and we ought to lay down our lives for one another.  (17)  How does God's love abide in anyone who has the world's goods and sees a brother or sister in need and yet ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-24

Denomination: United Methodist

A Mandate For The Church

Contributed by David Dewitt on Dec 31, 2000

jesus has set a mandate for His church to follow and fulfill

A Mandate for the Church Matthew 9:35-38 December 31, 2000 Introduction I. The reality of a national mandate A. The political scene 1. This year’s election was at best unsettling and at worst a big joke 2. Political analysis brings out the question – Will George W. Bush have a real mandate for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus: Savior Of Choice

Contributed by Oris Hubbard on Jan 17, 2001

Message preached on Sunday before national election, but good for anytime of year. Skeleton outline with supporting Scripture passages.

Introduction: This week and for the last couple of months, we have heard probably more that we wish to hear about the candidates for public office. We have heard names like Bush, Gore, Buchanan, Nader, Vinroot, Easley, McNairy, Jones, and many others. What about Jesus? Would you vote for Him to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:26-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Reliance On God

Contributed by Keith Bunch on Mar 16, 2002

Can Christians really rely on God? What does the Bible say?

"RELIANCE ON GOD" Text: (2 Chronicles 16:8) SERMON CHARACTERS & STORY LINE Asa = King of Judah / Baasha = King of Israel Benhadad = King of Syria "Instead of reliance on God to defeat Baasha and his army, King Asa made a deal with Benhadad the King of Syria to help defeat Judah. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 16:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Easter

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 25, 2002

A salvation call.

31, March 2002 Dakota Community Church Easter The Day That Changes Everything Introduction: We are celebrating the focal point of human history. How the message of Easter has changed my life. Five Truths You Might Miss If All You’re Looking For Is Chocolate Eggs: 1. Heaven is a free ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:4-6, 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Denomination: Mennonite

I Don't Need A Thang

Contributed by Bo Brown on Jan 4, 2004

IT IS BELIEVED THAT THE GREATEST STRAIN ON MAN IS HIS FEAR OF NOT HAVING ENOUGH

I DON’T NEED A THANG PSALMS 23 INTRO: A) IT IS BELIEVED THAT THE GREATEST STRAIN ON MAN IS HIS FEAR OF NOT HAVING ENOUGH B) IT IS OUR CONSTANT DESIRE TO BE ASSURED OF SECURITY C) THAT WE WILL NEVER WANT OR DESIRE ANYTHING OUT OF OUR REACH. D) YET THERE IS A PROMISE TO THOSE WHO TRUST IN GOD AS ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Having The Vision Of God

Contributed by Shane Brooks on Oct 3, 2006

5 obstacles that keep us from having the vision of God.

Psalm 118:21-24 2 Kinds of people First – Single minded— LIKE ME I can do one thing really good Give me 2 things 1 will be done pretty good Give me 3 things— NONE OF IT WILL GET DONE I lose vision– When I have too much Second- Multipled Minded “Multi Taskers” Not happy unless soing 10 things at ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:21-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Perspective On Thanksgiving

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Nov 17, 2006

This morning I want to relate God’s perspective of Thanksgiving. I want to give you some Biblical foundations that you can stand on this Thanksgiving.

Introduction · This week Thursday, we once again will celebrate Thanksgiving. · This is a time where we reflect on the goodness of God. This is a time that we count it all joy and thank God for the countless blessings He has bestowed upon us. · This is a time we look to the Word of God and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Purpose Of The Exodus Is Worship Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 11, 2010

Liturgy is play of a special kind, the play of a child dependent on God; the purpose of being led out of slavery is right worship as God wants it, for our good.

September 13, 2010 The Spirit of the Liturgy Memorial of S. John Chrysostom Jesus came to gather together the dispersed tribes of Israel, and not Israel only, but the whole world. This is why St. Paul was so insistent that there be no factions at the celebration of the Eucharist. In the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Catholic

Who Is The Prodigal? Getting Lost, Getting Scared, Coming Home...

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Sep 17, 2010

We are all prodigals and we all need to come home to our Father.

Who is the Prodigal? Getting lost, getting scared, and coming home: How can we get back home to our Father? Luke 15:11-32 September 12, 2010 Background: Jesus made of point of hanging out with people on the wrong side of religion and that upset the religious people. Jesus is telling stories ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:15-32

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Seven Great Promises Of God

Contributed by Rev. Reynaldo Bechayda on Sep 22, 2010

A promise is of no more value than is the ability of the one who makes it to carry through. It also includes willingness to do so.

“The 7 Great Promises Of God” Introduction: We are all accustomed to promises. We are also accustomed to seeing them made and broken. Anyone who has lived for a number of years would certainly never lay claim to having kept every promise made. There are many reasons why this is true. ...read more

Scripture: John 14:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Worthy To Be Considered?

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Aug 14, 2008

This message deals with the fact this it’s an honor to be considered for God’s use.

ARE YOU WORTHY TO BE CONSIDERED? JOB 1:8 Is there anybody in here that knows it’s an honor to be considered for God’s use…? He doesn’t have to use anybody… He can use ‘stuff’ to bring Him Glory… But it’s an honor to be considered worthy for God’s use… Job is considered ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Are Ambassadors For Christ

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jul 28, 2008

As Christians we have the honor and great responsiblity of being Christ ambassadors to the world. With that responsiblity comes the need to fully understand the message and manner is which we are to carry.

We Are Ambassadors for Christ 2 Cor. 5:20 – 6:2 Intro Jesus thought of his disciples as brothers in a great task. He called them his friends. Jesus placed himself among his disciples as a fellow servant of God. Jesus issued his commission to his disciples as if they were soldiers in Matthew ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Calling Me A Dog?

Contributed by Joe De Leon on Dec 30, 2013

Many people today are in a place in their lives or doing something that they thought they would never do. This goes to show the aggressive nature behind sin. Shirley the words of Jesus are true when he said thief, comes but to kill steal and destroy.

What? Am I A Dog? 2 Kings 8:1-13 Shortly after this Hazael found himself alone with King Benadad. He took a towel, dipped it into water, and proceeded to smother the king. Hazael became the king and God’s Word was fulfilled. But I would like for us to consider the response of Hazael ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 8:1-13

Denomination: *other