Sermons on Seek The Kingdom:

Wheat And Weeds Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Jun 2, 2009

This is another parable fo which Jesus offers an interpreation. As a kingdom parable, this parable teaches how God’s Kingdom can be presently at work breaking into this world at the same time that evil is also at work.

The Parables of Jesus Wheat and Weeds Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 May 31, 2009 The parable of the wheat and weeds. Another parable that Jesus offers an interpretation, which in Matthew sandwiches two other really brief parables—mustard and yeast. All of which have similar themes and seek to explain a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Church Of God

Diving For Pearls

Contributed by Jason Bonnicksen on Jul 25, 2011

Understanding what it means for us when Jesus compares the kingdom of heaven to fine pearls

INTRO What lady doesn’t like pearls? I know mine does. A number of years ago, when Hallie was just a little tike, a Chinese man we knew gave Danielle a string of pearls as a gift. Okay — not what you’re thinking. We were considering bringing this man into our (former) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:45-46

Denomination: Lutheran

Art Not Thou Our God ?

Contributed by Ken Crow on Oct 29, 2009

When the enemy surrounds us it’s time to call on God.

ARE NOT THOU OUR GOD ? PASTOR KEN CROW 2ND CHRONICLES 20: 1-13 2 Chronicles 20 1It came to pass after this also, that the children of Moab, and the children of Ammon, and with them other beside the Ammonites, came against Jehoshaphat to battle. 2Then there came some that told Jehoshaphat, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-13

Denomination: Church Of God

A Driven Life! Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Aug 31, 2011

What is it to really want it, that right relationship with God? To hunger and thirst after it, what are teh consequences of attaining it?

A driven life: Matthew 5:6 Jesus, God’s righteousness revealed, The Son of Man, the Son of God, His Kingdom come. Jesus, redemption’s sacrifice, Now glorified, now testified His Kingdom come (http://www.stlyrics.com/songs/a/australiahillsongs8787/thiskingdom492891.html. Sighted 31/08/2011) In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Salvation Army

Eyes, Ears And Heart

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jan 24, 2017

Through Jesus Parables we will be given “knowledge of the secrets of the Kingdom of Heaven”. This knowledge is being revealed to those of you who are seekers of the deep spiritual truths of God. Some of us will understand but others won't. Why?

Eyes, Ears and Heart Matthew 13:1-23 NIV Last year our Sunday messages went through a series of topics on a closer walk with God that taught us how to be better disciples of Jesus. You may or may not have realized it but for 30 weeks that is what I spoke about. It was my prayer that these messages ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23, Matthew 14:12-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Stethoscope

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Mar 16, 2009

What do you hear when you listen to young heart? Whatever is within the heart comes out through the words we say and the music we play!

Stethoscope Luke 17:20-21 What do you sound like on the inside? The sounds of the heart tell the story of the life. The following are Real Songs: • “Does Your Chewing Gum Lose Its Flavor On The Bedpost Overnight?” • “Drop Kick Me, Jesus, Through The Goalposts Of Life” • “Her Teeth Were Stained, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:20-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Luke 16:1-13 - Dirty Money And Kingdom Purposes

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 10, 2024

An interesting teaching on how we as disciples should view and utilize the money systems of this world.

Last week, we were going through the parable of the prodigal son—prodigal meaning somebody who squanders resources. Today, we're going to be talking about the prodigal manager, another person who is squandering resources. Jesus is going to use this illustration to prove one main point, but ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mapping Out The New Year Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 29, 2009

The scripture is our divine GPS for mapping our lives in order to experience many good days. What does this divine GPS tell us to do? 1- Seek the Lord 2- Follow the Lord 3- Trust the Lord

INTRO.- Have you ever had a bad day? Well, of course. Who hasn’t? But what about a really bad day? Here’s one that tops many I’ve heard. ILL.- The following is seen in a Florida newspaper: A man was working on his motorcycle on his patio and his wife was in the house in the kitchen. The man ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:10-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Slow Fade: A King's Poor Choices

Contributed by John Stackhouse on Mar 8, 2016

Discusses how poor choices can influence events in our lives and the lives of others around us and even our children. Importance of seeking God's will before we act. Applies to churches as well as parishioners.

* A young boy lived in the country. His family had to use an outhouse, which the young boy hated. It was hot in the summer, cold in the winter, and always smelly. The outhouse was located near the creek so the boy decided that he would push it into the water. After a spring rain, the creek swelled ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 13:8-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Happy Are The Spiritual Beggars Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jan 21, 2011

Today we enter a famous section of the Bible commonly known as Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. This particular beginning section is known as the “beatitudes” from the Latin word for “blessed”. I think it also means beautiful attitudes.

Today we enter a famous section of the Bible commonly known as Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. This particular beginning section is known as the “beatitudes” from the Latin word for “blessed”. I think it also means beautiful attitudes. And I am quite certain this may be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-3

He Prepared Not His Heart

Contributed by Greg Irby on Feb 28, 2009

It is necessary that we prepare our hearts to seek the Lord. If no care or effort is made in doing and making the heart right, it will go wrong.

HE PREPARED NOT HIS HEART 2 CHRONICLES 12 Text: 2 Chronicles 12:14 2 Chronicles 12:14 14 And he did evil, because he prepared not his heart to seek the LORD. Introduction: In your study of the Word of God you have probably noticed that as a general rule, at the end of each king’s reign ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 12:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Christ The King

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Nov 2, 2012

The kingdom of God does not take shape in the physical world. It exists in the hearts and minds of believers who inhabit earthly countries and kingdoms. Unlike earthly kingdoms it is eternal.

November 25, 2012 Last Sunday of the Church Year -- Christ the King -- Series B Grace mercy and peace from God the father and Christ Jesus our Lord. Text Daniel 7:13-14 ESV I saw in the night visions, and behold, with the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:13-14

Denomination: Lutheran

They Should Have Known Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 11, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Matthew 4: 12 – 17

Matthew 4: 12 – 17 They Should Have Known 12 Now when Jesus heard that John had been put in prison, He departed to Galilee. 13 And leaving Nazareth, He came and dwelt in Capernaum, which is by the sea, in the regions of Zebulun and Naphtali, 14 that it might be fulfilled which was spoken by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:12-17

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Most Important Question You Will Ever Ask

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jan 26, 2018

A sermon examining the question "What must I do to be saved?"

The Most Important Question You Will Ever Ask Acts 16:16-34 In case you haven't noticed, people ask a lot of questions. One of the most prominent questions today is "what exactly is a government shutdown?" Others are asking "how long will it last?" Many people have recently began to ask the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Baptist

Mystery Vs Magic

Contributed by Howard Gunter on May 27, 2018

We just must understand that there is no Magic in the bible, but there sure is plenty of Mystery.

Weekend Message/Devotion May 27, 2018 John 3:1-17 Mystery vs Magic I enjoy a good mystery. As I read or watch a mystery, I find myself engrossed in looking for clues in hopes of solving the mystery for myself prior to it being revealed in the reading or program. In today’s gospel reading, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational