Sermons on Speaking In Tongues:

"In A Manner Of Speaking": 'the Wheat And The Tares' [part Five]

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Oct 1, 2016

as with all of Jesus’ parables there is “a message behind the message,” and this parable is no different. In a word, it’s not only important what Jesus said, but what He did not say!

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, March 14, 2010 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter In a Manner of Speaking: The Parable of “The Wheat and the Tares” Matthew 13:24-30; 36-43 There are several interesting facets to this particular ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"In A Manner Of Speaking": 'the Prodigal Son' [part Six]

Contributed by Reverend Cooper Mcwhirter on Oct 1, 2016

Did Jesus resort to using allegory as a clever ruse so as to keep things hidden? On the contrary! Jesus resorted to using parables so that the listener could better understand “the mysteries of the kingdom of heaven” [Matthew 13:11].

Sermon Preached at Grace Community Church (EPC) Sun City Grand, Surprise, AZ Sunday, September 6, 2015 by the Reverend Cooper McWhirter In a Manner of Speaking: “The Prodigal Son” Luke 15:11-32 [NET] The scriptures tell us that on one occasion ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Word Of God Speak! - Gospel Of John Series 1b Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Dec 23, 2024

Jesus Christ, the Word, is the Son of the Living God, and He is God. Jesus is God’s revelation of Himself to mankind.

John 1:1-5 1 In the beginning the Word already existed. The Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He existed in the beginning with God. 3 God created everything through Him, and nothing was created except through Him. 4 The Word gave life to everything that was created, and His life ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Word Of God Speak! - Gospel Of John Series 1c Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Dec 23, 2024

Jesus Christ, the Word, is the Son of the Living God, and He is God. Jesus is God’s revelation of Himself to mankind.

John 1:6-9 6 God sent a man, John the Baptist, 7 to tell about the Light so that everyone might believe because of his testimony. 8 John himself was not the light; he was simply a witness to tell about the Light. 9 The One who is the True Light, who gives light to everyone, was coming into the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Word Of God Speak! - Gospel Of John Series 1d Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Dec 23, 2024

Jesus Christ, the Word, is the Son of the Living God, and He is God. Jesus is God’s revelation of Himself to mankind.

John 1:6-13 6 God sent a man, John the Baptist, 7 to tell about the Light so that everyone might believe because of his testimony. 8 John himself was not the Light; he was simply a witness to tell about the Light. 9 The one who is the true Light, who gives light to everyone, was coming into the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:6-13, John 3:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Word Of God Speak! - Gospel Of John Series 1e Series

Contributed by Clayton Beck on Dec 23, 2024

Jesus Christ, the Word, is the Son of the Living God, and He is God. Jesus is God’s revelation of Himself to mankind.

Last week we talked about unrecognizable Jesus. His coming/birth…His death and resurrection were all prophesied. Yet, many didn’t recognize Him as the Messiah because they didn’t want to acknowledge their sin, nor have their sin exposed. Jesus is unrecognizable to those who choose not to ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18, Ephesians 5:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Listen: When God Speaks, Do You Listen? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 22, 2025

How often does God speak, and we walk by distracted? The problem is not divine silence. The problem is human busyness.

Go! And Listen: When God Speaks, Do You Listen? INTRODUCTION When God speaks… do you listen? Most people hear noise every day, but very few actually listen. A few years ago, a violinist stood in a busy railway station in Washington D.C., playing exquisite classical music. Nearly 1,100 people ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10, Hebrews 1:1-2, James 1:22, John 10:27, Proverbs 1:24-25, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

If I Perish, I Perish The Prophet’s Call To Speak

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Feb 1, 2026

When Esther sent this reply to Mordecai: ‘Go, gather together all the Jews who are in Susa, and fast for me. Do not eat or drink for three days, night or day

“Then Esther sent this reply to Mordecai: ‘Go, gather together all the Jews who are in Susa, and fast for me. Do not eat or drink for three days, night or day. My attendants and I will fast as you do. When this is done, I will go to the king, even though it is against the law. And if I perish, I ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:13-14

Denomination: Methodist

A Renewed Mouth

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Jan 7, 2014

This a powerful teaching on controlling the tongue as a New Year resolution.

Title: A Renewed Mouth Topic: New Years Message A truth worth grasping today is found in Isaiah 53:10. I love the way the New American Standard Bible translates it, “But Lord was pleased to crush Him, putting Him to grief. If He would render Himself as a guilt offering. He will see ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Betrayal Of Words Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 4, 2010

The way we speak and what we say reveals a great deal about our Christian character or lack of Christian character. The tongue is the most powerful influence in the church and it is able to build people up or tear them down.

This evening I want us to look at four words spoken to peter in Matthew 26:73 “your speech betrays you.” Let me put these words into context for you: The flames cast eerie shadows over the mixed group crowding in for warmth. The talk was of the man from Galilee who had been arrested by the temple ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Discipline Of Silence Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Apr 4, 2006

Silence can help us train our tongue

Tilling the Soil of the Soul April 2, 2006 The Spiritual Discipline of Silence James 3:2-12 Have you ever said something that has gotten you in real trouble? In between University and Seminary, I worked at a steel mill in Burlington. My boss was the meanest guy in the plant. His name was ...read more

Scripture: James 3:2-12

Denomination: *other

The Mystery - Lordship Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 17, 2003

Colossians speaks of "the mystery" that has been revealed to us. What is this mystery and what can it mean to us?

OPEN: One of the greatest scientists of our time was Albert Einstein. He was a man who was so focused on his scientific theories. He was so focused, he often neglected even the simplest things of life, such as personal appearance (as evidenced by his hair). One time, Albert Einstein was taking a ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:21-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Words Of The Wise

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 5, 2010

Christians should always strive to not only choose their words wisely, but use them wisely.

THE STORY IS TOLD OF A YOUNG LADY WHO WAS EAGERLY AWAITING THE ARRIVAL OF HER BOYFRIEND FOR THEIR FIRST DATE TOGETHER. ALTHOUGH HE WASN’T DUE TO ARRIVE FOR SOME TIME THE DOORBELL RANG WHILE SHE WAS STILL FIXING HER HAIR. WITHOUT THINKING, SHE ANSWERED THE DOOR WITH HER HAIR STANDING ON END, NO ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Value Of Graceful Speech Series

Contributed by Troy Luttrell on Apr 1, 2014

God honoring speech is seen as Christians pray to God, intercede for others, and witness to the lost

Background: • In Colossians 4:2-6, Paul will continue to show us what Christ looks like in and through the life of a believer when we are walking close to Christ. Nothing more makes us look like Christ than what comes out of our mouth. Our speech will manifest all the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

Stinking Thinking

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Jun 21, 2012

What you think says everything about you! What you think will ultimately reveal itself one way or another! If it’s on your mind, sooner or later it will be on your tongue! Change Your Mind...Change Your Life

“STINKING THINKING!” GCC 1/9/11pm Assoc. Pastor Randy Trotter “For as he thinks in his heart, so is he...” Proverbs 23:7 “My son, if your heart is wise, My heart will rejoice, indeed, I myself; Yes, My inmost being will rejoice ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God