Sermons on Sexagesima Sunday:

Remembrance Sunday

Contributed by Matthew Oliver on Mar 18, 2016

A meditation on the place of violence in the world, and the Christian encounter with that and the soldier

Daniel 2:1, 26-28, 31-45; Psalm 2; John 18:33-19:11 We are pausing for a moment today as a community of faith to consider those who have suffered the violence of conflict. Our national day of Remembrance, November 11, is specifically focused on the memory of soldiers, but as Christians our call ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Ascension Sunday

Contributed by Rev Kenneth Roach on May 11, 2021

On keeping ones soul. Preached on May 18th 1969 at Plymouth Bethesda Church Utica.

And when he had called the people onto him with his disciples also, he said unto them, whosoever will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross and follow me. For who whosoever will save his life shall lose it; but whosoever shall lose his life for my sake and the gospels, the same ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-37

Trinity Sunday

Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 29, 2021

“I heard the Catechism teaches that human beings can become God. How is this possible?”

The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity 1.The ecstatic existence of the Trinity is the supreme confidence of love that love offered will be returned and more than returned, that in giving being is replenished not diminished or exhausted. In Latin: Esse deus dare: to be God is to give. e.g. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:4

Denomination: Catholic

Mission Sunday

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 1, 2022

I want to help frame the idea of “mission work” in a way that includes opportunities for Christians and the church.

Note: This sermon is written by Daniel Kirkendall, prepared for July 3, 2022. Honduras Sunday As I share about my experience in Honduras and the opportunities that are available to us here at Forsythe, there are a few questions I want us to think about moving forward. John just wrapped up a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:44, Luke 9:23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Palm Sunday

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Sep 27, 2022

People around the globe today are commemorating Palm Sunday – the Sunday before Jesus was crucified when he rode into Jerusalem on the foal of a donkey as the long promised Coming King. It is recorded in all of the Gospels as a watershed event which set in motion the crisis of that Passover Week.

People around the globe today are commemorating Palm Sunday – the Sunday before Jesus was crucified when he rode into Jerusalem on the foal of a donkey as the long promised Coming King. It is recorded in all of the Gospels as a watershed event which set in motion the crisis of that Passover ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9-12, Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Palm Sunday

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 18, 2025

Chronology of Palm Sunday

“The next day a great multitude that had come to the feast, when they heard that Jesus was coming to Jerusalem, took branches of palm trees and went out to meet Him, and cried out: ‘Hosanna! ‘Blessed [is] He who comes in the name of the Lord! The King of Israel!’ Then Jesus, when He had found a ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19, Revelation 7:9

Denomination: Baptist

Epiphany Sunday PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 16, 2023

This sermon explores the revelation of Jesus' majesty in Matthew 2:1-12, and the faithful response of the Magi, inspiring us to deeper worship and devotion.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. Isn't it a beautiful day that the Lord has made? A day filled with the promise of His love, the assurance of His grace, and the manifestation of His glory. As we gather here today, let us remember that we are not just in any place, but in the house of God, a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Topics: Wise Men, Follow Jesus

Then Came Sunday PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 29, 2024

This sermon explores the power and significance of Jesus Christ's resurrection, emphasizing its role as a testament to life, love, and hope overcoming death, hate, and despair.

Good morning, beloved family. It is a joy, a privilege, and an honor to stand before you today, not because of who I am, but because of who He is. We are gathered here, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the grand narrative of God's love and redemption. We are here to be touched, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-10

Topics: Easter

Palm Sunday PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 6, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem, emphasizing the significance of welcoming Him as King into our hearts with faith and obedience.

Welcome, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a joy to gather once again in the house of our Lord, to share in His word, to find solace in His promises, and to bask in the warmth of His love. We are here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment, to sit at the feet of our Savior and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Topics: King, Coming

Palm Sunday PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 11, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' trial and crucifixion, emphasizing His divine kingship, enduring adversity, and ultimate atonement for humanity's sins. Key

Welcome, dear family of God, to this sacred space where we gather in unity, in faith, and in anticipation of what our Father has in store for us today. We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. We are here to meet with God, to hear from Him, to be changed by Him. As we gather in His ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-20

Topics: Jesus, Trial

Palm Sunday PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 15, 2024

This sermon encourages us to deeply engage with the Bible, recognize Jesus as our Messiah, and apply His teachings in our lives with childlike faith. Key

Welcome, my dear friends. How wonderful it is to gather together in the name of our Lord, to seek His wisdom, to bask in His love, to marvel at the depth of His mercy, and to find solace in His promises. Today, we stand on the threshold of a profound spiritual experience as we turn our hearts and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-17

Topics: Praise, Matthew 21:1-17

Palm Sunday PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 21, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' Triumphant Entry into Jerusalem, highlighting its prophetic fulfillment, people's perceptions, and its personal implications for modern-day believers.

Good morning, beloved congregation. It is always a joy to gather together in the house of our Lord, to bask in His love and grace, and to delve into His living Word. Today, we stand on the precipice of a grand narrative, a narrative that is woven with divine threads of prophecy, perception, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Topics: Triumphant Entry

Palm Sunday PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 21, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' Triumphant Entry into Jerusalem, highlighting its prophetic fulfillment, people's perceptions, and its personal implications for modern-day believers.

Good morning, beloved congregation. It is always a joy to gather together in the house of our Lord, to bask in His love and grace, and to delve into His living Word. Today, we stand on the precipice of a grand narrative, a narrative that is woven with divine threads of prophecy, perception, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Topics: Triumphant Entry

Easter Sunday Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Jesus' love and resurrection prove His authority and power, and we are called to let His love reign in our lives as we become His disciples.

Today, we're celebrating Easter! You know what that means, right? Jesus is alive! He's risen from the dead, and that's a big deal for all of us. We're gonna see how Jesus' love changes everything in our lives. So, let's start with a cool object lesson. I've got this crown here, but it's not just ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-42, Matthew 28:18-20

Topics: Resurrection Power, Divine Love, Eternal Life, Spiritual Transformation

Palm Sunday

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Apr 7, 2025

NASB

Matthew 21: 1-11 (Tax collector) Only synoptic (similar) gospel that mentions a donkey. The Triumphal Entry 21 When they had approached Jerusalem and had come to Bethphage, at the Mount of Olives, then Jesus sent two disciples, 2 saying to them, “Go into the village opposite you, and immediately ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard