Sermons on Smitten Rock:

Life On The Rock

Contributed by Jay Patton on Jul 8, 2002

A look at Peter’s doctrinal exposition on the person and the work of Christ in the life of a believer.

Introduction: My visit to the Rock (Alcatraz)contra THE ROCK CHRIST JESUS. READ SCRIPTURE/PRAY I. Build your faith upon the cornerstone of the Church – The Lord Jesus Christ (v. 4, 6) A. It’s a supernatural stone 1. It’s not about buildings for God B. It’s a select stone (v. 4) 1. Stone is not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

House On The Rock

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 3, 2002

Some reflections on the Wise and Foolish Builders

The Parable of the Wise and Foolish Builders Mt. 7:24-29 Quiz: When I was at school, we had a master called Mr. Pilgrim and he used to ask “Mars Bar” questions. If you got the answer right – you got a Mars Bar So I have a “Mars Bar” question: Can you guess what this building is? 1. It has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-29

Denomination: Anglican

Rock Or Sand?

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 11, 2001

On what foundation are you building your life?

What foundation is your house built upon? Matthew 7:24-27:The Parable of the Wise and foolish builders I would however like to ask the question: Do you know where you will spend eternity. Jesus was wonderful in illustrating truths about God with simple stories. One of them is the story of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Anglican

"Like A Rock"

Contributed by Mark Hensley on Aug 30, 2001

Julianne thinks family time each sunday is more important than attending church. And her family’s well being is much more important than what any minister could possible say in a sermon! Find out why.

West Greeley Baptist Church September 2nd 2001 “Like a rock” Matthew 16: 13-18 By Pastor Mark Hensley Introduction: Julianne 37, store owner, married, mother of three, Arizona. Life is so hectic for us. Sunday morning is the one time my family doesn’t have to get up early and rush out the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Rock That Broke

Contributed by Lee Houston on Nov 3, 2024

I accepted Christ many decades ago, and ever since, I have tried my best to love my neighbor as I love myself. Yet, there are times that I fail. That can happen to the best of us. It may be something we say or do that is stupid or not thoughtful or inconsiderate.

Title: The Rock that Broke Specific purpose: failures can grow us I accepted Christ many decades ago, and ever since, I have tried to love my neighbor as I love myself. Yet, there are times that I fail. That can happen to the best of us. It may be something we say or do that is stupid ...read more

Scripture: John 13:5-9, Matthew 26:3

What Are The Rocks

Contributed by Mike Flack on Oct 5, 2001

What Are God’s priorities for our lives - His Divine To Do List?

What Are The Rocks - Col. 1:10,11 (Proceed to visually act out the following story)` A Philosophy professor stood in front of his class of over achievers with a gallon size container on a table and filled it with fist sized rocks. He then asked the class if the container was full. They all ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:10-11, 1 Corinthians 10:31

Denomination: Friends

Jesus, The Rock Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 15, 2023

There are many rocks on the earth. Some are solid, some are collections of dust. Some are strong and some are very weak. Many men are not trust worthy but Christ alone to be trusted for your life values.

1 Peter 2:2-10 -Tested stone Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever! You are my witnesses. There is a marble rock range in Jabalpur (India). There are several colors and layers. People make beautiful souvenirs out of it. I ordered one souvenir to make a family tree to present ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:2-10

Denomination: Methodist

Rock Piles

Contributed by Bobby Brewer on May 21, 2023

Before returning to Galilee, Jesus goes back to the Temple grounds where He’s presented with a woman who’s been caught in the act of adultery. It's a seemingly lose-lose scenario for not only the woman but also Jesus.

But Jesus went to the Mount of Olives. 2 Early in the morning He came again to the temple. All the people came to him, and he sat down and taught them. 3 The scribes and the Pharisees brought a woman who had been caught in adultery, and placing her in the midst 4 they said to Him, “Teacher, this ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

A Piece Of The Rock

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 17, 2023

Being human means living on a flood plain But when we build our lives on the foundation Jesus has given us we will make it through the storms that are always part of life.

We’ve got some interesting weather going on around the world. Some people believe that it is all due to global warming, others say it’s part of normal cycles of climate change. But whatever you believe is the cause, there’s no doubt that we are more aware of what’s going on around the world than ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Building On The Rock Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 18, 2024

Those who heed the message of a false prophet are unwise, building their hope on an unstable foundation. Jesus discusses "doing" vs. "doing his will," as many who proclaim to do works in His name will wind up in hell.

Our message today picks up where we left off, where Jesus warned us about false prophets who are ravenous wolves in sheep’s clothing (cf. Matthew 7:15-20). When I preached from that passage, I began with the fairy tale of “Little Red Riding Hood” and the wolf as our opening illustration. This ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-27

Denomination: Baptist

Rock Bottom Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 22, 2023

This is the 11th Sermon in the Series "Israel's 2nd King". This Series is about King David.

Series: Israel’s 2nd King- David [#11] ROCK BOTTOM 1 Samuel 30:1-31 Introduction: In this series, we have talked about hitting “rock bottom”. This is not the 1st time that we have discussed David hitting “rock bottom”; but at this point in David’s life, he was once again at “rock bottom”. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Rock And Roll

Contributed by John Beehler on Mar 21, 2001

Keep your feet on the rock and your name on the role

Rock and Roll 1. Tower of Pisa. 180 ft. leaning 18 ft. Soft soil/foundation too shallow. Pisa means marshy land. Foundation only 10 ft. deep 2. Houses stand for peoples lives. We’re all building our whole life. Jesus asks-Are you a wise builder or foolish builder? Building to last or will it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:46-49

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Like A Rock

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 25, 2002

The importance of growing and developing as believers.

20, October 2002 Dakota Community Church Like A Rock Introduction: 2 Peter 1:5-11 5For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; 6and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; 7and to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-11

Denomination: Mennonite

Remember The Rock?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 24, 2025

There are times we need to remember from where we have come. Jacob becomes Israel in one night. He remembered and returned to the rock.

REMEMBER THE ROCK? REMEMBER THE LADDER TO GOD? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) THE ODDS ARE AGAINST US… HOW CAN I MAKE IT? GOD HAS A PLAN AND A PURPOSE. WE MUST REMEMBER GOD MAKES A WAY THROUGH IMPOSSIBLE ODDS. Genesis 27:41 And Esau hated Jacob ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 27:41, Genesis 28:15, Genesis 28:10-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Building On The Rock Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 8, 2023

This sermon series explores the concept of the Kingdom of God, examining its values, implications for daily life, and the transformative power of Jesus' teachings.

Today, we conclude our four-week series on discovering the Kingdom of God. What a journey of discovery it’s been! During week one, we saw that Jesus preached “the gospel of the Kingdom of God.” His gospel includes the good news of forgiveness of sin and it’s actually greater than we first imagined: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:24-27

Topics: Kingdom Of God, Radical Values, Changed Lives

Sermon Series: The Kingdom Of God Is Near