Sermons on Satisfying:

Living Water

Contributed by Sam Peters on Feb 28, 2007

A seeker oriented message comparing the thirst quenching ability of the world to that of the Living Water found in Christ.

Living Water John 7:33-39 33 Jesus said, "I am with you for only a short time, and then I go to the one who sent me. 34 You will look for me, but you will not find me; and where I am, you cannot come." 35 The Jews said to one another, "Where does this man intend to go that we cannot find him? ...read more

Scripture: John 7:33-39

Jesus Asks Questions Before A Miracle

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 5, 2023

Sometimes God asks questions before performing a miracle. Regardless of the answer we give, Jesus still performs the miracle.

Sometimes God asks questions before performing a miracle. Regardless of the answer we give, Jesus still performs the miracle. Every miracle/healing of Jesus has two parts 1) fulfils the physical need by providing an external solution 2) satisfies the spiritual need by providing an understanding or ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:30, Matthew 15:34

Understanding Christ's Thirst SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

"I thirst" is a statement from the cross that was only recorded by John in his gospel. I believe there were at least three reasons why God inspired John to record that statement. This sermon explores those three reasons.

Last week, we explored the fourth statement from the cross, where Jesus cried out, "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" This cry revealed the spiritual agony Jesus experienced as He took on the sins of the world. Today, we will focus on the fifth statement, recorded only by John in his ...read more

Scripture: John 19:28-29

Topics: Jesus Christ

Satisfaction In Life And How It's Tied To Teamwork Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Nov 12, 2007

How to adapt my thinking in order to enjoy working with others.

Together we make a difference. That’s what we’ve been focusing on these last several weeks. Say “Together we make a difference” with me. That’s the series we’re in. And it’s so critical to a worthwhile life. To be a part of the teams that God designed me to be a part of is one of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Draw Near To God

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on May 15, 2013

If you draw close to God he will draw close to you

Psalm 73:27-28 27 For, lo, they that are far from thee shall perish: thou hast destroyed all them that go a whoring from thee. 28 But it is good for me to draw near to God: I have put my trust in the Lord GOD, that I may declare all thy works. He was just a little lad, and on a Sabbath day was ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:27-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Heart Of The Missionary (Romans 15:14-21) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Jan 28, 2022

As Paul wraps up this letter, he reminds the believers in Rome of what it means to take the gospel to the nations.

Good morning. Please open your Bibles to Romans, chapter 15. I know we are jumping way ahead, and I don’t want you to think I’m giving up on Romans. I also don’t want you to think I am chickening out on dealing with the next part of Romans 1, where Paul deals with the issue of homosexuality. I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Made For So Much More

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 28, 2024

The first several verses of Ecclesiastes capture this reality well and sum it up in one word: Futility.

Have you ever been disappointed with your life? Has there ever been a time in your life where you found yourself saying, “What’s the use?” Life can do that to us. We work hard—at our job, at our ministry, at school, on our relationships. And then comes that time when you stop, and look it all ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Empty Enough?

Contributed by Todd Hudnall on Jan 29, 2002

Expanded outline topical sermon on recognizing our need for God.

Introduction A martial arts student was meeting with his master and teacher at a table, having tea. The student said to his master, "I’ve learned all you have to teach me about defending myself. I want to learn one thing more now. Please teach me about the ways of God." The master took the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Reach Your Mountain

Contributed by Mike Turner on Jun 8, 2003

Though 85 years old, and having just come out of the wilderness wanderings, Caleb is not finished. He is not content with taking life easy. He says, "Give Me This Mountain."

“How To Reach Your Mountain” Joshua 14:1-15, 15:13-14 Caleb has every right to be tired....to be weary......to be satisfied with just sitting back and proping his feet up. After all.....he was 85 years old, and had just come out of 40 years spent wandering in the wilderness. But Caleb is ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:1-15, Joshua 15:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Antithesis

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Jul 7, 2003

This is about the "pause that refreshes"--the importance of taking time alone with God.

Antithesis Just suppose in our hurried state of mind, we took the time to re-interpret Psalm 23 in order to make it fit our twenty first century lifestyle. It might come out something like this... The clock is my dictator, I shall not rest. It makes me lie down only when exhausted. It leads ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

So You Want To Have Joy? Series

Contributed by Tim Norman on Nov 15, 2002

We all want satisfaction and fulfilment - happiness is not enough. Jesus tells us how to know joy in our lives, joy that is with us whatever happens in life.

Opening jokes - notice sheet howlers 1. A bean supper will be held on Tuesday evening in the church hall. Music will follow. 3. Eight new choir robes are currently needed, due to the addition of several new members and to the deterioration of some older ones. 6. For those of you who have children ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42, Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Living Water Series

Contributed by Richard White on Jan 30, 2010

Many go through life spiritually dehydrated. Rituals, creeds and the like do not fill us. Only Jesus can give us this fulfillment when we learn to worship in Spirit and in Truth.

Living Water John 4:4-26 Recently one of the major denominations met in Columbus to debate, of all things, whether or not Jesus Christ is the one true Savior of the world. Is he the universal Savior or might there be several? What about the other world religions and their claims? Some people ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Practical Living Series Series

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jul 31, 2010

• For the past two weeks we have looked at some practical steps for living. • We discussed avoiding offenses. As one of the 1st steps in living a Godly life is to avoid offenses. • When we experience offense, we must 1st pray. Offense is a blessing

Introduction • For the past two weeks we have looked at some practical steps for living. • We discussed avoiding offenses. As one of the 1st steps in living a Godly life is to avoid offenses. • When we experience offense, we must 1st pray. Offense is a blessing blocker and the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Christ Is Christmas"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 23, 2013

A sermon for Christmas Eve.

"Christ Is Christmas" Luke 2:1-14 After Jesus was born, He was wrapped in strips of cloth and placed in a manger. A manger, of course, is a feeding trough from which donkeys, horses, and other animals eat. I don't know about you, but when I think of the manger I picture it made out of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Great Things

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 9, 2015

Revival

Joel 2:12-27 THE LORD WILL DO GREAT THINGS Joel - Jehovah is God. I. A Picture Of Desolation 11 And the LORD shall utter his voice before his army: for his camp is very great: for he is strong that executeth his word: for the day of the LORD is great and very terrible; and who can abide ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-27

Denomination: Holiness