Sermons on sprout: showing 136-150 of 1,671

Let God Do The Separating PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the spiritual battle between good and evil as depicted in the parable of the wheat and the weeds in Matthew 13:24-31, emphasizing that God will ultimately separate the righteous from the wicked.

Good morning, family! I’m so glad to see y’all gathered here today. We’re going to dive deep into the Word, exploring the meaning of a spiritual battle that’s been raging since the dawn of time. As we grapple with the enemy's sowing, God's separation, and the end result, we'll be drawing from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-31

Topics: Wheat, Tares

Step By Step - Part 2

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jun 8, 2021

Part 2 of my series on Genesis chapter one:We can see God perfectly creating the earth step by step with no hurry, well planned and in order.

Step by step Genesis 1:24 Then God said, "Let the earth bring forth living creatures after their kind: cattle and creeping things and beasts of the earth after their kind"; and it was so.” We can see God perfectly creating the earth step by step with no hurry, well planned and in order. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fear Not Series

Contributed by Vini Charles on Dec 11, 2022

Isaiah 35:3-4 Strengthen the feeble hands, steady the knees that give way; say to those with fearful hearts, “Be strong, do not fear; your God will come, he will come with vengeance; with divine retribution he will come to save you.”

I don’t know much about interpreting dreams, but I do know that the Lord used a few weird and wonderful dreams in days gone by to reveal His plans for the future. Take the prophet Isaiah. He lay down one night and had a very strange dream. He found himself in the middle of a desert with nothing but ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:12, Ephesians 6:10

Denomination: Methodist

The Parable Of The Weeds Among The Wheat: A Lesson In Spiritual Growth By Joseph Ondu

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Feb 26, 2024

However, there will come a day of reckoning, a time of harvest when the separation between the righteous and the wicked will occur. The harvesters will gather the weeds and throw them into the fire, while the wheat will be brought into the owner’s barn.

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Today, let us delve into the profound teachings of our Lord Jesus Christ as recounted in the Gospel of Matthew, specifically in the passage from Matthew 13:24–43. In this passage, Jesus shares with us the parable of the weeds among the wheat, revealing ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:2-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Letter Of Encouragement- Pray Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 31, 2021

This is the 63rd sermon in the series "Action". This is the 6th sermon from 2 Thessalonians.

Series: Action [#63] A LETTER OF ENCOURAGEMENT- PRAY 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5 Introduction: It is not a secret how hard Churches can be on Ministers. 250 Pastors leave the ministry every month. My 1st years as Pastor were very difficult; but I learned so many things. I have learned that not only ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Fire Vs. Peace

Contributed by Dr. John Singarayar on Aug 19, 2022

Fire vs. Peace

Fire vs. Peace   Scripture Luke 12:49-53   Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, How do we feel when we hear the scripture text from today’s gospel reading? It actually disturbs us. We believe that Jesus is synonymous with peace, love, joy, and hope. However, Jesus tells us today that I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Other

How To Overcame Failure To Return To The Perfect Will Of God Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 19, 2024

Identify Biblical examples of men who overcame failure to return to the perfect will of God. Identify Biblical examples of men who missed the will of God and their lives ended in failure.

INTRODUCTION This is an introduction to the teaching: HOW TO OVERCAME FAILURE TO RETURN TO THE PERFECT WILL OF GOD. This is a continuation of the series knowing the voice of God. KEY VERSE: Psalms 81:13 Oh, that my people had hearkened unto me and Israel had walked in my ways. In our Previous ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Instant Christian

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jul 10, 2011

We have adapted the Christian life to the culture. We want it hot, easy, quick and effortless.

The American people expect everything fast, easy and cheap. And we often treat the Christian life like that. We want it to be like a McDonald’s drive through — drive up to the window, get what you want and drive off. Have you noticed all the ads that tell us about the products ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-24

Denomination: Methodist

Gifted Ministers Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 3, 2012

If you want a growing church that builds itself up in love, then accept your spiritual gifts, develop them and use them wherever and whenever you can.

When a local church broke ground for a new 500-seat sanctuary, an inventive church member made sure everyone could participate in the experience. The man attached a 145-foot handle to a stainless steel spade so that all 300 members could squeeze together to turn the first shovel full of dirt. A ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Are You Maturing? SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 25, 2023

Striving to mature in your spiritual walk in Christ

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. I am delighted to see each one of you here today, gathered in the house of our Lord, eager to hear His word and grow in His love. As we come together in fellowship, let's take a moment to quiet our hearts, to set aside the cares of this world, and to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-11

Topics: Spiritual Growth

Understanding People's Unresponsiveness Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 16, 2003

A surprise, a realization, an encouragement and a reality check for understanding why more people don’t respond to the Christian message.

After I became a Christian, I wanted to find a way to share the good news of Christ with my non-Christian friends and family members. I was convinced that if I could find just the right approach, just the right technique, all of my unbelieving friends would come to faith in Christ. At first I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Messiah's Teaching Method: Parables Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jul 22, 2010

Jesus uses great story telling to get us to think about how receptive we are to his message of the Kingdom.

A Messiah's Teaching Method: Parables Text: Matt. 13:1-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: Robin Meyers, in his book Morning Sun on a White Piano, quotes theologian Ernest Campbell who summarizes the ministry of Jesus with these words: “His ministry was one of constant and unbridled ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

Can We Know When Jesus Will Return? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Aug 31, 2011

While there is no way to name a specific date, Jesus gave three clues as the general time when we should be looking for his return.

INTRODUCTION A little boy came home from his first day in school. His mother met him and asked, “What did you learn today?” He replied, “Not enough, I guess. They want me to come back tomorrow.” In this message I hope you will learn the lesson something about the Second ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:32-35

Denomination: Baptist

What In The World Is God Doing? Series

Contributed by David Asch on Oct 20, 2004

In Mark 1:15, Jesus says the kingdom of God is near, meaning that in the person of Jesus God’s kingdom comes near. If the kingdom has come near, what in the world is God doing?

WHAT IN THE WORLD IS GOD DOING? Mark 4:21-34 INTRO: In Mark 1:15, Jesus says the kingdom of God is near, meaning that in the person of Jesus God’s kingdom comes near. God has arrived on the scene, to establish his rule, take back what is his. If that is so, then I have some questions: 1. Why are ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:21-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hope Of A Tree

Contributed by Ken Crow on Mar 13, 2010

When all seems over God is just begining.

The Hope of a Tree Job 14:7-9 (King James Version) pastor Ken Crow 7For there is hope of a tree, if it be cut down, that it will sprout again, and that the tender branch thereof will not cease. 8Though the root thereof wax old in the earth, and the ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:7-9

Denomination: Church Of God