Sermons on Sunday School Lesson For Kids Acting On Faith:

A Practical Faith For Real Life Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 6, 2002

Jesus was out to prepare His disciples for their greatest trial, His crucifixion. But He was also giving us direction to prepare for the realities of life.

A Practical Faith for Real Life (Matt. 26:31-35, John 13:33-38, Mark 14:27-31; Luke 22:31-38) 1. Students at Bible College/seminaries…lose track of the real world…There used to be an old saying, "It takes 10 years to get over seminary…" 2. In our church, we try to encourage an "honest ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:35-38, Matthew 26:31-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What's Good About The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Tim Zingale on May 1, 2006

A sermon for the 4th Sunday of Easter Good Shepherd Sunday

4th Sunday of Easter John 10:11-18 "What’s Good About the Good Shepherd?" 11 I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. 12 He who is a hireling and not a shepherd, whose own the sheep are not, sees the wolf coming and leaves the sheep and flees; and the wolf ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Faithful To The King! -Parable Of The Mina

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 10, 2018

Please don't get this parable confused with the Parable of the Talents recorded in the gospel of Matthew. There are many similarities between the two parables, but there are also some real differences.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK TEXT: Luke 19:9-27; Ephesians 2:10; Psalm 2:2 A. In Luke 19:11-27 Jesus tells a familiar parable, & for that reason I hesitate because when you talk about something familiar, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:9-27, Ephesians 2:10, Psalm 2:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dare To Believe In The Faithfulness Of God

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 6, 2024

Numbers 13 is about a report brought back by the Israelite spies about the land of Canaan, where they compared themselves to the giants in the land and felt like grasshoppers in their sight, showcasing the crippling effect of fear and lack of faith in pursuing God's promises

Subject: Dare to Believe in the Faithfulness of God Scripture Lesson: Numbers 13:26-33 “to Moses, Aaron, and the whole community of Israel at Kadesh in the wilderness of Paran. They reported to the whole community what they had seen and showed them the fruit they had taken from the land. This was ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:26-33, Isaiah 53:1, 1 Samuel 17:15

Denomination: Methodist

The Power Of Baptism

Contributed by Thomas Cogan on Jan 6, 2001

In Baptism God claims us as His children and receive the power and promise of the Holy Spirit for daily living.

The story is told that near Rome, Italy, a mechanic started the propeller of a plane and accidentally turned on the fuel. The engines fired. To his amazement the plane ran along the ground, rose smoothly into the air, and went through what appeared to be a series of complicated maneuvers. It looked ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-17, Luke 3:21-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Vacation 2009

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jul 20, 2009

Lessons learned on vacation

“Vacation 2009” “Blessed are all who fear the LORD, who walk in his ways. You will eat the fruit of your labor; blessings and prosperity will be yours.” Psalm 128:1-2 Before I share with you about our vacation this year I want to thank all of you who made it possible. Sandy took care of our ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 128:1-2

Denomination: Holiness

Whom Shall We Obey, God Or Man?

Contributed by John Martin on Jun 19, 2018

In 1954 then senator Lyndon B. Johnson slipped some wording into an IRS bill that made it illegal for a pastor to preach all of Gods Word and call out those who ruled in opposition. Pulpit Freedom sunday was born out of that.

1 Today is a different sort of Sunday her at Praise and across our entire nation, and because some may not be aware of what Pulpit Freedom Sunday is I want to take a few minutes to explain before getting into the heart of the message. Let me state that everything I will say and do this morning is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:19-20

Lesson 3: The Son Redeemed Believers In The Historical

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 14, 2017

In Christ we have been delivered from the shackles of sin, from enslavement to Satan, and from all the misery associated with such enslavement.

By: Tom Lowe Date: 12/21/16 Title: The Son Redeemed Believers in the Historical Past (1:7-12) Series: Paul's letter to the Ephesians Ephesians 1:7-12 (NIV) 7 In him we have redemption through his blood, the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Exercise Faith - Experience God’s Power

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Aug 29, 2010

Have you ever wanted to experience God’s power in your life? I am not talking about magical powers, but the power to accomplish things that without God would be impossible for you. Often we have the opportunity to experience that power during the times

Exercising Faith, Experiencing God’s Power Facing Your Giants 1 Samuel 17:1-50 We are never too young to experience God’s Power To Experience God’s Power… …We must exercise faith with humility …We must exercise faith with courage …We must exercise faith with the gifts we already have …We must ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:1-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tax Collector And The Pharisee: Very Concise

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 9, 2019

Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time - 30th Sunday, Cycle C

Narada, the Indian sage, was a devotee of God, and thought that no one loved God more than he. His self-righteousness began to lead him towards pride and arrogance. The Lord read his heart and said, “Narada, go to this town on the banks of the Ganges for a devotee of mine dwells there. Living ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Catholic

Prayer Part 1

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 26, 2024

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:17, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Steps To Strengthen Our Faith Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Jun 10, 2007

Lazarus has died. What can this story tell us that can help strengthen our faith.

Introduction I. One of the questions that I typically ask of scripture is “Why?” A. Why did God have this particular passage placed in His written word to us? B. Particularly in the case of the gospels, the easy answer is that it is the next act that a particular writer remembers or wants to ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-25

Denomination: Methodist

The Man Who Obeyed God Series

Contributed by Richard A. Bradley on Mar 21, 2012

What makes it possible for us to obey God? From the example of a man who chose to obey the Lord we learn 3 vital principles of obedience.

WHAT’S IN A NAME? Ananias “THE MAN WHO OBEYED GOD” Acts 9:10-19 10 Now there was a certain disciple at Damascus named Ananias; and to him the Lord said in a vision, "Ananias." And he said, "Here I am, Lord." 11 So the Lord said to him, "Arise and go to the street called ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

Recounting The Exodus (Deuteronomy 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 17, 2024

Are there lessons in Moses' recounting of the Exodus that are valuable for us? Let's look at Deuteronomy 1.

What can we learn from Israel’s 40 years of wandering in the wilderness? Are we learning to trust God? Are we learning not to make things worse when God disciplines us? Let’s look at Deuteronomy 1. What history did Moses recount before Israel crossed the Jordan into Canaan? These are the words ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Peaceful Triumph

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 22, 2015

Every step of the way replete with Messianic undertones, the King enters His capital with meekness and humility.

A PEACEFUL TRIUMPH. Mark 11:1-11. Another group of pilgrims was arriving in Jerusalem to celebrate the Passover, and those already there were shouting the traditional welcome: “Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord” (Mark 11:9). The words are from Psalm 118:26 – a Psalm which is often ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational