Sermons on River:

Where's The River If It Doesn't Rain?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 28, 2013

Sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Lent, Year C, 2013

Luke 13: 1 – 9 / Where’s The River If It Doesn’t Rain? Intro: I recently received an email containing several interesting questions: 1) why does the executioner rub alcohol on the arm of a person about to receive a lethal injection? 2) Why do we call the time of day when ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

‘a River, A Dove & A Voice’

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 24, 2024

'A River, A Dove & A Voice.' - Matthew chapter 3 verses 13-17 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • (1). Jesus and John (vs 13-15): • (2). Jesus and the Baptism (vs 16-17) • (3). Jesus and the Father (vs 17). SERMON BODY: Ill: • Saturday night TV has always been a big hitter in the TV ratings war! • To find that hit show and dominate the airways is key. • Over the years we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Brethren

Rivers Of Healing – Bitterness & Barrenness

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Feb 6, 2024

A message about what it means to be a spirit filled Christian.

Title: Rivers of Healing – Bitterness & Barrenness Theme: To show how the rivers of the Lord that from the throne bring healing from Bitterness and Barrenness. Text: Ezekiel 47:1-12; John 7:37 - 38 (Ezekiel 47:1) Then he brought me back to the door of the temple; and there was water, flowing ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 47:1-12, John 7:37-39

Denomination: Church Of God

Anointing To Overcome Kings Beyond The River Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 26, 2024

…and he won the battle. When the going gets tough..GO BACK TO JORDAN.JORDAN IS THE PLACE WHERE……………Jesus Was baptized. Heavens opened. The Spirit of God came upon him

ANOINTING TO OVERCOME KINGS BEYOND THE RIVER. Nehemiah 2 vs 1 to 9 Ps 105: 14 to 15 We live in a day that is filled with both unthinkable peril and unimaginable opportunity. And if ever there was a time in history when the body of Christ needed God’s anointing power, it is now. We need the ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-9

Rivers Of Living Water (John 7)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 29, 2025

Why do people either love or hate Jesus? Let's look at John 7.

What kind of teacher was Jesus, cautious and weak or bold and confronting? Let’s look at John 7. Did members of Jesus’ own family believe in Him? Do we have doubters in our families? After this, Jesus traveled throughout Galilee, because he didn’t want to travel in Judea, since the Jewish leaders ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Opens Rivers In Deserts

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 30, 2025

No matter the dryness, drought, or difficulty you're facing, God is able to release rivers of life into your desert. His Word is sure, and His promises are unfailing.

THE GOD WHO OPENS RIVERS IN DESERTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 43:19-20 Supporting Texts: Exodus 17:6, Psalm 78:15-16, Isaiah 41:18, John 7:38, Revelation 22:1 INTRODUCTION: Deserts symbolise dryness, barrenness, lack, and isolation. They represent seasons of life when resources ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:19-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Step Into The Water

Contributed by Russ Houser on Feb 2, 2002

Crossing the rivers of life with the attitude of Joshua.

Step Into The Water 2-3-02 Joshua 3:1 - 4:11 Pray Intro Often we find ourselves at some sort of transition point in life. · What new things we need to buy, · Career decisions · Child development · Education · Etc Often times, we lean on our own understanding, or the wisdom of the world to ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The River Jordan: How We Got Over Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 3, 2009

Many things look impossible, particularly if we are worn down by the "too much" of survival. But there are those who go before us and test the waters and make a way for us. We need to do the same for others. Black History Month

Have you enjoyed watching the Winter Olympics? Isn’t it amazing what those skaters and the skiers can do? Isn’t it astounding that human bodies can plummet down slopes and whiz through channels at what seems like supersonic speed? I’ve only seen snatches of the Olympics, but I’ve thoroughly ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

What Makes The River Of Life So Great?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jan 11, 2015

What Makes the River of Life So Great? 1) It flows from Christ. 2) It flows through ever Christian

I want to start off with a geography question this morning. What is the greatest river in the world? Well that depends on how one measures greatness. If I mean what is the longest river in the world, that would be the Nile in Africa. The Nile is 6,650 km (4,132 miles) long. That’s 1,500 km ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-40

Denomination: Lutheran

Crossing Creeks

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Nov 3, 2002

God gave four specific instructions to Joshua for crossing the Jordan River. These instructions will help us cross the rivers of our lives.

I grew up in the little community of Munford, AL. My granddaddy owned a small farm that provided a place of enjoyment, hard work, and learning as I grew up. We were fortunate to have Cheaha Creek that flowed through the farm. About three acres was across the creek and we had one place that we’d ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

No More Appetizers, "Feast" On The Buffet!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Aug 13, 2012

Every river started with a rain drop, it’s true, you won’t find a spicket  At the mouth of a river, Your faith multiplied by Gods ability can turn that raindrop into your river of blessing in your desert

No More Appetizers, "Feast" On The Buffet! As I set back and reflected on all the events of this past week, All the preparation that was done, leading up to the great 100th birthday party,  a lot of us had the honor to attend. All those who attended, were treated to fabulous hor’derves, several ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:15-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Crossing Jordan

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Apr 17, 2021

The Jordan River can represent places of change and transformation in our lives.

Crossing Jordan Scripture Text: Joshua 3:1-17 Introduction: Jordan represents places of transition in our lives. We can never remain the same. We grow stagnant and live in depression often because we long for "the way it used to be." The writer of Ecclesiastes warns us "Do not ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Is The Answer, But What Was The Question?

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Jan 19, 2025

Jesus travels to the Jordan River to inaugurate His ministry by being Baptized in the Jordan River. This is not what John the Baptist expects, as John's Baptism is a baptism of Repentance. Why was Jesus Baptized?

Based on a Sermon by Kevin Judd There’s a story about a pastor giving a children’s sermon. He decides to use a story about forest animals as his starting point, so he gathers the kids around him and begins by asking them a question. “I’m going to describe someone to you, and I want you to tell me ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-12

Denomination: Anglican

Preparing For Battles Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 23, 2016

there will alwyas be battles in our lives, how do we handle them?

Have you ever faced a situation in which you knew there will be a battle? At work? At school? With your relatives? With your neighbors? How should you prepare for battle? What are the right things to do before going to battle? We can learn much from Joshua and the Israelites as they got ready to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The New Jerusalem Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 14, 2018

Message 39 in our exposition of Revelation focusing on the New Jerusalem.

The Revelation of Jesus Christ “The New Jerusalem” Rev 21:9-22:5 I. Prologue II. Messages to the churches III. Last days J. The Final Battle and Judgment Rev 20:7-15 K. Renewed Heaven and Earth Rev 21:1-8 Part of the renewed earth includes the new capital city; the New Jerusalem that ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:13-14, Hebrews 12:22-24

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance