Sermons on Simon The Pharisee:

The Kingdom Is For Thirsty People Series

Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Feb 27, 2007

A look at the kingdom message for sinners, i.e. non-religious people

Introduction Kingdom = God’s Rule, God’s will being done on earth as it is in heaven, God’s Shalom, it is God’s dreams being realised for the world, Jesus says this kingdom rule is available now through me, so change and believe it, be part of it. A fresh start was needed he said to Nicodemus, ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Scriptural Osculation: Kissing The Feet Of Jesus

Contributed by Gerald Manning on Apr 9, 2019

The word, kiss, appears some 37 times in the Bible, the first being in Genesis... a kiss of betrayal.

SERMON: SPIRITUAL OSCULATION: KISSING THE FEET OF JESUS Luke 7:36-50 One of the Pharisees asked Him over for a meal. He went to the Pharisee’s house and sat down at the dinner table. Just then a woman of the village, the town harlot, having learned that Jesus was a guest in the home of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Nazarene

The Truth About Sowing Seeds A Biblical Perspective Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 6, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical perspective on sowing seeds and examine whether it's a legitimate practice or a form of sorcery.

The concept of sowing seeds to receive healing or deliverance has become a popular teaching in some Christian churches. However, this idea can be misleading and potentially lead to spiritual manipulation. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical perspective on sowing seeds and examine ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34, Mark 7:9-13

Your Sins Are Forgiven

Contributed by Stephen Becker on Oct 13, 2007

Jesus completely paid for our sins on the cross. Yet Satan will always try to "remind" us of our unworthiness and or our sins, but God the Holy Spirit wants us to know that because of our faith in Jesus, we ARE saved and God remembers our sins no more.

YOUR SINS ARE FORGIVEN Stephen Becker, M.Div. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church—Elk Grove June 17, 2007, 3rd Sunday after Pentecost There was once a little boy and his sister visiting their grandparents on their farm. Grandpa gave the little boy a sling-shot to play with out in the wood. The boy ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Behold He Comes: So What Were You Expecting Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Jan 4, 2012

JUST AS WHEN JESUS RODE INTO JERUSALEM, FEW OF US WILL GET MORE OUT OF A MODERN PALM SUNDAY CELEBRATION THAN WHAT WE WERE EXPECTING.

Behold He Comes: So What Were you Expecting John 12:12-19 April 17, 2011 INTRODUCTION Flashmob A flash mob (or flashmob) is a term coined in 2003 to denote a group of people who assemble suddenly in a public place, perform an unusual and sometimes seemingly pointless act for a brief time, then ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

My Story And My Passions #5: Revival

Contributed by C Jordan on Nov 23, 2016

If we humble ourselves, and pray, and seek God's face, and turn from our

MY STORY AND MY PASSIONS #5: REVIVAL MY STORY: One of my passions is revival. I don’t want to just play church or be religious! I want to see God come down and move in our hearts and lives in a very real way! KEY TEXTS: “Will You not revive us again, That Your people may rejoice in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:1-14

Denomination: *other

Follow-First Step

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Mar 7, 2017

Following Jesus begins with a first step to listen and then trust enough to follow.

Title: Follow-First Step Place: BLCC Date: 3/19/17 Text: Matthew 4.18-22; Luke 5.1-11 CT: Following Jesus begins with a first step to listen and then trust enough to follow. [Screen 1] FAS: Much of the world looks upon the adrenaline junkies who jump out of "perfectly good airplanes" as crazy, but ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

The Feet Of Christ

Contributed by Jim Kane on May 18, 2009

Fifth Sermon in the 2009 Lenten Series, ‘The Body of Christ.’

This morning we begin with a visit from Dr. Seuss. (Read ‘The Foot Book’ by Dr. Seuss.) What would we do without our feet? What could we do without our feet? Last week we spent a few moments considering how wonderful our hands are and that they help us to feed, clothe, and care for others and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Church Of God

How Much Does God Love The World? Series

Contributed by Simon Fullylove on Feb 27, 2007

A look at John 3:16 the way Nicodemus heard it.

Introduction Kingdom = God’s Rule, God’s will being done on earth as it is in heaven, God’s Shalom, it is God’s dreams being realised for the world, Jesus says this kingdom rule is available now through me, so change and believe it, be part of it. As we saw last time Jesus told Nicodemus he ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Justice From Within

Contributed by Carla Powell on Mar 2, 2002

Overview of Nicodemus’ role in the gospel of John, particularly John 3:1-17 and John 7:51. Encourages hearers to get involved on behalf of God’s justice - even if they are the sole voice speaking out.

February 24, 2002 - Second Sunday in Lent (A) "Justice from Within" - John 3:1-17 Grace be to you and peace from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. In our gospel lesson, Nicodemus, a leader of the Pharisees, comes to Jesus at night. He has some questions for Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17, John 7:49-51

Denomination: Lutheran

What Jesus Touches, He Changes. Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 24, 2016

His name had been Saul, but that - along with his entire life - was changed when he met Jesus. What changed him and what can we learn from his experience?

OPEN: There is a story about a little girl who proudly wore a shiny cross on a chain around her neck. One day her preacher noticed how proud she seemed to be of her pretty cross, and said to her, “Honey, don't you know that the cross Jesus died on wasn't beautiful like the one you're ...read more

Scripture: Acts 22:3-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Mark Of A True Christian Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 17, 2013

Jesus said we should love one another. But why bother to tell us to do it? Shouldn't it come naturally to us? Apparently not. So, what do we need to understand in order to obey this command that Jesus gave us?

OPEN: Several years ago there was an Olympics held in Seattle Washington. And the special event that was talked about for years afterward was the 100 yard dash. Lined up on the starting line were 9 contestants, waiting for the gun to go off. At the gun, the started their run… kind of. For ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, John 13:31-34, Acts 11:1-18, Revelation 21:1-6, John 13:11-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remember To Do This... Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on May 25, 2014

As soldiers of Christ, this passage gives us our marching orders. What can we learn from what Jesus instructed His disciples to do on their mission?

OPEN: I read the true story of a newly married flight engineer with the Air Force who had planned a weekend getaway with his new bride. But on Friday, his squadron called and told him he was to leave the next afternoon for an eight-day mission. His wife was obviously disappointed. "Don't you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jephthah = Rejection – Victory – And Disaster - All In The One Cup - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 6, 2022

Illegitimate, rejected, expelled, Jephthah became a recognised warrior. The ones who ill-treated him crawled to him for help against the Ammonites who were invading the country. There is much of human nature playing out in this account. We examine that. PART 1 of two parts.

JEPHTHAH = REJECTION – VICTORY – AND DISASTER - ALL IN THE ONE CUP - PART 1 There is a lot of scripture in this message. I have put that in the message for SERMONCENTRAL as it is easier to read in text. THE INTRODUCTION – LEADERLESS IN A DISMAL TIME {{Judges 10:17-18 Then the sons of Ammon ...read more

Scripture: Judges 10:17-18, Judges 10:9-16, Judges 11:1-2, Deuteronomy 23:2, Judges 11:3, Judges 11:4-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Judas Missed-6

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 7, 2018

6 of ? Judas missed the entirety of that which took place from the time of his leaving the Lord’s supper(13:30) until he arrived in the Garden of Gethsemane, with those who would arrest Jesus(18:3)! Judas Missed...

WHAT JUDAS MISSED-VI—John 13:31–14:11(John 13:18--17:26) OR--‘WHILE YOU WERE OUT/AWAY’ Attention: Sure-fire Mouse Solution: Three pastors were having lunch together at a diner. The first pastor said, "Ya know, since summer started I've been having trouble with mice in my church. I've tried ...read more

Scripture: John 13:36-37

Denomination: Baptist