Sermons on Salty:

Hate Your Father And Mother Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on May 7, 2016

Jesus reminds us of the true cost of discipleship by calling us to give preference to Him above all else - including the willingness to hate those who are closest to us.

Message Luke 14:25-35 “Hate Your Father and Mother” Today it is Mother’s Day. What are Mothers? They’re the soothing voice in the middle of the night when you have been woken by a scary dream. They are the welcoming embrace always ready to be given even when you have been really bad. Mothers are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Real Marks Of Greatness

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Nov 28, 2004

A sermon addressing what God wants us to do in our lives.

The Real Marks of Greatness Mark 9:33-50 Lessons from the hen house Have you ever been around a farm? Something I’ve learned about chickens is that there is a definite "pecking order" to the flock. Within the flock of hens, one of them always becomes dominant. She will peck away at any hen that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:33-50

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Intense Longing For People To Work Together Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Oct 21, 2007

God’s plain and simple precepts for successful and satisfying teamwork through constructive relationships.

Part 1 of 5 in the series, Together We Make a Difference, The Advantages of Teamwork in My Life! We’re beginning a new series today on teamwork. Learning how and why we need to work harmoniously together with others is a vital part of satisfying and long-lasting relationships. Our lives are ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:8

Denomination: Baptist

The Influence Of One Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Apr 13, 2010

Christians are to be the salt of the earth. 1. Salt is essential for LIFE 2. Has MEDICINAL properties 3. Is a PRESERVATIVE 4. Was used to promote HEALTH 5. Can kill WEEDS 6. Has the power to MELT ICE 7. Promotes THIRST

The Influence Of One Have you ever wondered how much influence one person can have? A guard standing on a city wall can sound an alarm and wake a whole city to respond to what otherwise would be certain destruction. One good man may be the means of safety for thousands. A little influence can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On The Mount Lesson10

Contributed by Bill Prater on Jan 1, 2001

Lesson 10

In the previous verses the Lord presented the principles and qualities that make a Christian distinctive. Beginning with verse 13 He goes on to give a striking picture of what it really means to behave as a Christian. In describing the Christian as the salt of the earth, Jesus provides a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

Renew The Call

Contributed by Michael Wiley on Nov 19, 2008

This message challenges the church to renew the call from God, both as a church and as individual Christians.

Renew the Call Michael Wiley November 16, 2008 Matthew 5:13 NOTE: The back half of this message is taken almost exclusively, from John Hamby’s message, “Called to be the salt of the earth.” Introduction: We are on the backstretch of 2008. For me, November is about “Thanksgiving” and thinking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Salt And Light Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Sep 18, 2006

Jesus calls us salt and light - simply stating it as a matter of fact and a description of our true identity – Be who you are!

Salt & Light Matthew 5:13 - 16 1. Beaufort West is a mid-sized, rural, sheep farming town in the center of the Cape Province in South Africa. • One of its claims to fame is that it was the birthplace of the world’s first heart transplant pioneer, Dr. Chris Barnard. • Another claim to fame or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: United Methodist

The Power Of Influence

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 6, 2011

God can use our influence for His kingdom and His glory

The Power of Influence Matthew 5:13-16 August 28, 2011 Morning Service Dr. John Geddie went to Aneityum, (Anatom) an island in Vanuatu in 1848 and worked there for God for 24 years. On the tablet erected to his memory these words are inscribed: When he landed, in 1848, there were no Christians. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Church Of God

What America Needs Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 28, 2011

WHAT AMERICA (AND BY EXTENSION THE WORLD) NEEDS MOST IS FOR THE CHURCH TO TRULY BE THE CHURCH.

What America Needs Extending your Arms July 01, 2011 INTRODUCTION In this last week I did a little survey on line of all for signs of all the things that America needs. It seemed like America needed a lot. America needs fatima America needs revival America needs fewer taxes America needs more ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Jesus And The Law

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 5, 2022

Jesus condemned whoever sets aside the least of God’s commands. Let’s examine Jesus’ commentary on the law in the sermon on the mount and understand the spirit of the law.

Jesus condemned whoever sets aside the least of God’s commands. Let’s examine Jesus’ commentary on the law in the sermon on the mount and understand the spirit of the law. You ARE Salt and Light “You are the salt of the earth. But if salt loses its saltiness, how will it become salty again? It’s ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Who's Got The Kingdom? Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 2, 2017

Nathan did what is most crucial and stirred David into action. God uses obedient individuals who know His will and is willing to do His will.

Read 1 Kings 1:1-10 – we have now a frail and aged King. The author paints us this picture. Again we see that the Kingdom is threatened. Not by external forces but by people from within the household. • There is no end to this, apparently. Earlier we have Absalom, and now his brother Adonijah, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 1:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God, The Government And Me. Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014

What is our relationship to Government?

Question: The Nature of Government: 1) Civil Government is part of God’s Purpose for the World. Vs. 1-2 Key: Notice it doesn’t mention the specific form of government. God has instituted three different institutions: The Family, The Church, and The Government. 2) Government ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

How Now Shall We Live? Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 21, 2002

When we belong to Jesus, how are we expected to live/

INTRODUCTION  How many times have you heard people say that your faith is a personal thing. How many times have people been scolded for bringing their “religion” to the workplace, the athletic field, the schools or to the government?  Have you ever felt the pressure that tells you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Do You Taste?- Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Jul 24, 2006

God calls us to be salt and light, but what does that mean? Learn how Christians like salt are to silently be preserving, seasoning and cleansing in our walks with Christ.

The Power of the Parables Part 3- How Do You Taste? Pastor Ryan Akers Matthew 5:13-16, Luke 11:33-36 (A very small portion of the historical research was taken from Jose Marin’s sermon, Salt and Light Witnessing.) Matthew 5:13-16 13"You are the salt of the earth. But what good is salt if it has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Wesleyan

Left Behind For A Reason Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on May 24, 2014

Jesus prayed that we would remain in the world. This sermon looks at three reasons why.

I want to start today with telling you the true story of “Mike, the Headless Chicken” September 10th, 1945 finds a strapping (but tender) young rooster pecking through the dust of Fruita, Colorado. The unsuspecting bird had never looked so delicious as he did that, now famous, day. ...read more

Scripture: John 17:15-16

Denomination: Foursquare