Sermons on Root:

Clashing Of Wills On The Way To The Cross Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 20, 2019

Jesus met fierce opposition from ruling class hypocrites whose false narrative about Him was rooted in deep jealousy. By His decision to keep doing His Father's Will for the sake of mankind, love prevailed over hypocrisy.

GOOD NEWS PRESENTED BY MARK Study of the Gospel According to Mark As you read Mark, be aware that you are reading the very first written account of the ministry of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-44

Perfect Family

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Jun 15, 2024

Imagine a home where love, respect, and faith intertwine seamlessly. Today, we’ll explore God’s blueprint for the perfect family, rooted in Joshua 24:15: "But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord."

Perfect Family Joshua 24:15 Introduction Beloved, we gather today under the divine grace of our Lord to explore a profound and beautiful topic: the "Perfect Family." Our journey is anchored in the powerful declaration of Joshua 24:15, where Joshua proclaims, "But as for me and my ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15, Ephesians 5:22-33, Colossians 3:18-19, 1 Peter 3:1-7, Ephesians 6:1-4, Colossians 3:20-21, 2 Timothy 1:5, John 13:34-35, Matthew 25:40, Ephesians 4:32, Exodus 20:12, Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Psalm 127:1, Proverbs 22:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love's Foundation In Christian Marriage

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Aug 25, 2023

"In this sacred discourse, we delve into the essence of 'Love's Foundation in Christian Marriage.' Discover how the unbreakable bond of love, rooted in faith and guided by scripture, forms the cornerstone of a flourishing marital journey."

Introduction: Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, today we gather to explore the foundation of love in Christian marriage. Marriage is a sacred union ordained by God, and at its core, it is built upon the foundation of love. As believers, we have been called to reflect the love of Christ in our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8, Romans 5:8, 1 John 4:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Listen To The Prophets

Contributed by Dennis Fox on Aug 21, 2022

God often gives us direction through Prophets. Why don’t we listen to him? We don’t like being told we are on the wrong path or going the wrong way. The answer as actually rooted in our psyche.

Listen to the Prophets 21 Aug 22 Richardson TX YOU’RE GOING THE WRONG WAY! My favorite scene in Planes, Trains & Automobiles is when Steve Martin and John Candy were driving down the freeway after getting spun around and a couple keeps screaming at them, “YOU’RE GOING THE WRONG WAY!” Of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:16, Matthew 24:24, 2 Peter 2:2-18

Denomination: Other

Dealing With Life Issues

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 12, 2025

Facing life's challenges can be overwhelming but with a perspective rooted in faith can shape not merely the response to those challenges but also the outcomes and growth experienced from them. Our shared experiences highlight how adopting a godly approach.

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Facing life's challenges can be overwhelming but with a perspective rooted in faith can shape not merely the response to those challenges but also the outcomes and growth experienced from them. Our shared experiences highlight how adopting a godly approach—rooted in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:17-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Scattering The Seed Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 13, 2008

Farming in the days of Jesus wasn’t like today. But the church that Jesus began, and the way Jesus set it up haven’t changed over the ages.

OPEN: A man walked into a flower shop and asked for some potted red geraniums. "I’m sorry," said the clerk in flower shop, "we are completely sold out of all of our potted geraniums. But I’d be more than happy to give you a deal on something else. Could you use African violets instead?" Replied the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson 14: The Content Of The Prayer Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 20, 2018

Paul asks for spiritual blessings, which are the best blessings; strength from the Spirit of God in the inner man; strength in the soul; the strength of faith, to serve God, and to do our duty. If the law of Christ is written in our hearts, and the love .

Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 6/30/17 Lesson 14: The Content of the Prayer (3:14-19) Ephesians 3:14-19 (KJV) 14 For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, 15 Of whom the whole family in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

Lent 2021 - Jesus And The Barren Fig Tree Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Mar 6, 2021

The account of Jesus and the unfruitful fig tree is one that surprisingly connects with the spiritual condition of the Jews in Jesus' time and with our spiritual conditions as well. May we bear much fruit for the Lord and bring glory to His Name!

Jesus and the Barren Fig Tree Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Matthew 5:3-5 “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:12-25, Deuteronomy 27:15-19, Jeremiah 17:5, Malachi 1:14, Galatians 5:22-23, John 15:5-8, Philippians 1:9-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

"Fly High" Acts Pt. 26 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 11, 2007

Paul’s journey reveals how to sink a ship (a life, a family, a ministry) in three easy ways. Don’t listen to sound advice, allow discontentment to take root in your life, and think that you are exempt from the forces of nature.

Fly High – Acts pt. 26 Opening Illustration on the lighter side of life: See video clip from AHA.COM what not to do when you get stuck in the snow! Thesis: Paul’s journey reveals how to sink a ship (a life, a family, a ministry) in three easy ways. Don’t listen to sound advice, allow ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The "I”s Of Sin Series

Contributed by Dan Waite on Jun 8, 2006

The core of sIn is “I.” Paul lists the “slippery slope of sin” in this section and explains how humans descend into the absolute corruption of sin. In essence, “God gave them over.” However, we are “without excuse” because at the root we have “suppress

Romans 1:18 – 32 The “I”s of sin. The core of sIn is “I.” Paul lists the “slippery slope of sin” in this section and explains how humans descend into the absolute corruption of sin. In essence, “God gave them over.” However, we are “without excuse” because at the root we have “suppressed the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Free Methodist

Easter

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 22, 2006

It is an event ROOTED IN TIME AND HISTORY, AND YET TIMELESS IN ITS IMPACT. This week you may have seen cover stories in magazines noting the most recent archeological findings related to some of the very details of this event, and reminding us just how r

We are celebrating an event that over a billion people around the world are gathering this day to celebrate An event more people will bet on than the Super Bowl An event more people will cheer than the Oscars An event more people will partake of then the O.J. trial. (Now that’s a miracle in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Faith-Filled Heart Produces A Fruit-Filled Life

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Dec 13, 2009

Christmas preparation begins in the heart and overflows into our life. Through John the Baptist’s preaching the Spirit prepares hearts to bear fruit for Jesus. Parts: A. Genuine fruit is rooted in Christ B. Authentic fruit connects to your place in life

Text: Luke 3:7-18 Theme: Your Faith-filled Heart Produces a Fruit-filled Life A. Genuine fruit is rooted in Christ B. Authentic fruit connects to your place in life. Season: Advent 3c Date: December 13, 2009 Web page: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Lutheran

It's God's Grace That Goes To Bat For Us.

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Jul 27, 2012

As long as mankind has been around there has never been an illustration or definition of God's grace that stays in the heart until it takes root and begins to grow. 2 Peter 3:18 But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

It's God's Grace that goes to bat for us. Ephesians 2:8 For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: 9 Not of works, lest any man should boast. Heard about a man having a dream one night that he and the Lord was watching a baseball game. The Lord's ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Sent, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 9, 2011

the word ‘sent’ in Greek is the same root word as apostle. So apostle means ‘one who is sent out in the name of Jesus.’ That means every disciple makes a life commitment to Jesus’ mission. Every Christian has within himself or herself the potential for a

Sent, Part 1 Matthew 10:5-8 We’re spending the next few weeks in the second recorded sermon of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew. This is the commissioning of the disciples to go out and minister in the name of Jesus. One of the things we see is the type of people Jesus calls. If you or I were Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:5-8

Denomination: Methodist

Halloween: Is Evil A Red Herring?

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 19, 2021

The roots of Halloween have to do with pagan rituals but today, it’s more a night to celebrate. Not everything connected with the modern celebration is all fun and games. Any believer who is sensitive to the Holy Spirit will pull back on a number of elements associated with this celebration.

According to the National Retail Federation, Americans will spend a projected $8.8 billion dollars on the holiday called Halloween in 2019. Almost 30 million will dress up and the average person will spend over $86 to celebrate. In fact, I have a neighbor who decorates more for Halloween than any ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist