Sermons on Ruler:

Knocking On The Door At Midnight

Contributed by Curtis E. Nester on Aug 3, 2016

Jesus teaches about prayer by using the parable of the Importunate Friend.

TITLE: Knocking on the Door at Midnight TEXT: Luke 11:5-13 INTRO: Tonight, we will look at another text found only in Luke. It follows the Lord's Prayer (Luk 11:1-4) which included: GOD'S PRAISE - "Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name." GOD'S PREEMINENCE - "Thy kingdom come. Thy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Occupancy Of The Land Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 19, 2023

The redeemed people of God had occupied the land under the efficient leadership of Joshua, who succeeded Moses. But the Leadership crises emerged because Joshua did not prepare anyone for the follow up. But God raised up leaders.

Text: Judges 1 Theme: Occupancy of the Land Introduction: The term JUDGE doesn’t mean someone who sits in a court and decides legal issues. The Hebrew word shaphat has more of the idea of a heroic leader, ruler, saviour, deliverer. “The Hebrew word Shophetim means to put right, and to rule. The ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

(A Sermon On 6 Legs )

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Nov 25, 2017

BECAUSE WE MIGHT DO WELL TO HAVE AN UNDERSTANDING OF SOLOMON WISDOM ABOUT THE THEOLGY OF THE ANTS BECAUSE SOLOMON DOSENT TELL US TO LOOK TO THE ANTS BUT HE INFORMS US TO GO TO THE ANTS THEREFORE WE MIGHT RECEIVE ADVICE AND COUNSEL AND LEARN

PROVERBS 6 : 6-8 6 Go to the ant, thou sluggard; consider her ways, and be wise: 7 Which having no guide, overseer, or ruler ,8 Provideth her meat in the summer, and gathereth her food in the harvest THE WORD OF GOD FOR THE CHILDREN OF GOD VERY BRIEFLY IF I COULD GET A BAPTIST AMEN A METHODIST ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Why Marvel At God's Mercy

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Apr 15, 2018

Why marvel and wonder at God's mercy when we can be a part of it.

Weekend Message/Devotion April 15, 2018 Acts 3:1-19 Why Marvel at God’s Mercy? Why marvel and wonder at God's mercy when we can be a part of it. In this account of Peter and John entering the gate called Beautiful, leading to the temple, we read of their encounter with a man born crippled; ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Was The Purpois Of Christ Birth

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Dec 18, 2019

Why Jesus came in to the world as a man.

WHAT WAS THE PURPOIS OF CHRIST BIRTH LUKE 2: 10 And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. 11 For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. 12 And this shall be a sign unto ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Giving & Forgiving

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 19, 2022

Two great laws would solve many of humanity’s problems. In His hour of greatest trial, Jesus exemplified giving and forgiving. Let’s look at these two great legacies in Luke 23:33-43.

Two great laws would solve many of humanity’s problems. In His hour of greatest trial, Jesus exemplified giving and forgiving. Let’s look at these two great legacies in Luke 23:33-43. Forgiveness Luke 23:33-34 And when they had come to the place called Calvary, there they crucified Him, and the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:33-43

Denomination: Baptist

Babylon- The Writing On The Wall Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 27, 2022

This is the 10th Sermon in the Series "Biblical Cities- Babylon".

Series: Biblical Cities- Babylon [#10] BABYLON- THE WRITING ON THE WALL Psalm 137:1 Introduction: We are continuing in our study of Babylon. The city is the 2nd on the list of most mentions. Babylon is mentioned 286 times in the Bible. It means “the gate of god(s). Over the last few weeks, we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1, Daniel 5:18-31

Denomination: Baptist

Distribution Of God's Wealth Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 13, 2019

This is the 9th sermon in the "Accounting" series from the Book of Ephesians.

Series: Accounting [#9] DISTRIBUTION OF GOD’S WEALTH Ephesians 3:1-13 Introduction: Ephesians 3 begins a new division in Ephesians. Paul starts the chapter with the phrase, “For this reason” or for this purpose. Paul is showing God’s eternal purpose for believers in every generation. Through ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Conquering Your Crucibles Series

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Feb 17, 2024

This is a continuation of the previous sermon on the 7 Crucial Crucibles to further consider how to live as "more than a conqueror" and ultimately conquer your crucible in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Conquering Your Crucibles In the previous sermon, I discussed 7 Crucial Crucibles, which is a deeper dive into the situations described by the Apostle Paul in Romans 8:35. Paul paints a pretty bleak picture. And then he transitions to make a daring statement. He says that “in all these things ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35, Romans 8:38-39, Matthew 19:6, Mark 10:9, Philippians 3:10  (view more)  (view less)

Busyness Of Life Series

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 27, 2024

King Solomon might be the busiest man on earth. But, with God’s wisdom, King Solomon handled his many responsibilities in such a divine way that there was no busyness in his life and he had plenty of free time to accomplish additional tasks.

With God’s wisdom, King Solomon ruled over Israel and many other nations all the way up to the border the Egypt. King Solomon ruled over numerous rulers, many kingdoms, lakhs of people and had 700 wives, 300 concubines. On a daily basis, King Solomon might have at least 100 people to handle, 50 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:1-15

A Battle You Cannot Win

Contributed by Lynn Sims on Mar 14, 2024

The sooner we learn to submit to to God in every battle we face the sooner we can begin to LIVE!

"A Battle You Cannot Win!" Scripture: Joshua 5:13-15 (NIV) 13 Now when Joshua was near Jericho, he looked up and saw a man standing in front of him with a drawn sword in his hand. Joshua went up to him and asked, “Are you for us or for our enemies?” 14 “Neither,” he replied, “but as ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:13-15, Ephesians 6:12, Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Other

How Do We Have A Prepared Heart That Leads To Honored Praise?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 21, 2023

What does a prepared heart have to do with honored praise?

Ezra was one of three key leaders during the return of the Jewish nation from Babylonian captivity. Zerubbabel was the first to encourage the rebuilding of the Temple. Nehemiah was involved with the rebuilding of the walls. And Ezra was key to restoring the people to worship God. Chapters one - six ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 7:6-10, Ezra 7:27-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Nicodemus' Religious Blindness Lesson 8 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 6, 2023

Why must a person be born again?

A. INTRODUCTION: JOHN 3:1-8 1. Positive things about Nicodemus: a. Sanhedrin, “ruler of the Jews” (3:1). b. Defended Jesus. “Does our law judge any man before it hears him” (John 7:51). c. Secret believer. “Joseph of Arimathaea … disciple of Jesus but secretly … also Nicodemus” ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

A Call To Repent And Respond To Jesus As Lord And Saviour

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 19, 2024

A message that is both urgent and timeless - a call to repentance and a response to Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour.

A Call to Repent and Respond to Jesus as Lord and Saviour Today I stand before you with a message that is both urgent and timeless. It is a call to repentance and a response to Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour. This is a matter of eternal significance, and I urge you to open your hearts and minds ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15, Philippians 2:10-11, Galatians 2:20, 2 Corinthians 6:2, Matthew 11:28-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Blindness And True Blessedness.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 18, 2024

A house divided against itself, a strong man overcome; and the nature of true blessedness.

SPIRITUAL BLINDNESS AND TRUE BLESSEDNESS. Luke 11:14-28. The spiritual blindness of the people opposed to Jesus is demonstrated in their reaction to His good works. Their refusal to hear His message is echoed in their speaking out against Him. LUKE 11:14. A demon-possessed man, who was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:14-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational