Sermons on Sydney Harbour Bridge:

The Branch Of Motherhood

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 3, 2021

How can we relate Mother’s Day to today’s text, John 15:1 – 8? We can relate Motherhood to today’s text by thinking of Motherhood as a branch on the Vine that Jesus is talking about.

THE BRANCH OF MOTHERHOOD Text: John 15:1-8 John 15:1-8  "I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinegrower.  (2)  He removes every branch in me that bears no fruit. Every branch that bears fruit he prunes to make it bear more fruit.  (3)  You have already been ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Reflection C.3 / Does God Have A Purpose In Coronavirus? The Gospel Reaching All Nations

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on May 23, 2020

Has the gospel reached all nations? I think so!

Today we continue to look at Matthew 24. On Monday we noted Jesus’ warning of the danger of ‘premature eschatological excitement’. (‘Eschatology’ is another word for ‘End Times’.) Yesterday we noted Jesus’ warning that ‘End Times’ will be tough. As part of his warning, Jesus said this: ‘…you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:14

Denomination: Baptist

Persevere Through The Storms Of Life Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 15, 2017

We continue in our series on discovering our destiny our theme is currently on Perseverance. The focus of this sermon is on how we can persevere through the storms of life.

Persevere through the storms of life We continue in our series on discovering our destiny our theme is currently on Perseverance. How we can endure, how we can press on, how we can spiritually mature as disciples of Jesus. Today our focus is on how we can persevere through the storms of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-7, Matthew 7:15-20, Matthew 7:13-14, Matthew 7:24-27, Psalm 107:28-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Prevailing Principles Of Prayer

Contributed by Martin Wickens on Apr 20, 2002

A look at five of the prevailing principles of prayer Christians need to employ in their prayer life.

I. Entire dependence on the merits and mediation of the Lord Jesus Christ as the only ground for any claims for blessing. i. We may only enter the presence of God, to lift up praise and thanks giving to God and to make supplication, by the merits of Christ. 1. John 14v13-14 2. John 15v16 ii. We ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

Calming The Anxious Mind And Overcoming Negative Thoughts Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 11, 2025

As Christians, we are not immune to negative thoughts and emotions.

As Christians, we are not immune to negative thoughts and emotions. Anxiety, bitterness, and resentment can creep into our minds and hearts, threatening to overwhelm us. However, the Bible offers us hope and guidance on how to calm our anxious minds and overcome negative thoughts. The Dangers of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:7, Psalm 46:10

It's A Heart Thing

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Oct 24, 2006

In times past the theologians, preachers and teachers have, and to some extent still, teach and preach the behavioral modification of the Christian and how they should live. Though this is not totally wrong, there is a problem with it in its practice. Wha

1 Peter 1:22-25 It’s a heart thing In times past the theologians, preachers and teachers have, and to some extent still, teach and preach the behavioral modification of the Christian and how they should live. Though this is not totally wrong, there is a problem with it in its practice. What needs ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:22-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living Focussed On The Resurrection

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Nov 10, 2007

Life is more than just about today, it is about being influenced and focussed on the resurrection.

Every moment we live we have been affected or influenced by someone, some event or some thing. There are many things that affect our lives, that change the way we look at life, and how we approach life. Sometimes these changes are the result of new discoveries. One discovery that has affected ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:27-38

Denomination: Lutheran

No Other Gospel Series

Contributed by Art Campbell on Apr 10, 2022

When we add to or distract from the Gospel, we rob God

NOT A REAL CHRISTIAN Have you ever had someone tell you that you’re not really a Christian or not saved? Maybe because, they said, you don’t belong to the right church or you celebrate the wrong holidays or whatever. When I was returning from the mission field, I had the good fortune of sitting ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Exodus 8 - Not The Cain Toads And Midgies! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 25, 2009

If you live in Queensland Australia like I do, you know we have a problem with Cain Toads and if you live in Airlie you have to deal with annoying little insects called midgies. But that was nothing compared with the Plagues Pharaoh experienced.

Exodus 8 - The Plague! Exodus 8 speaks about the plagues of frogs, lice and flies and how Pharaoh’s heart remained hardened. Speaking about plagues, I have been sick this week and felt like I had one of the plagues. Not wanting to spread my "plague" (flu) around, I spent the week in relative ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 8:1-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All Saints Sunday - Together We Have A Future

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Nov 6, 2021

Exploring Revelation 21:1-6a we will see how we have a future and what this future looks like

OPENING QUESTION FOR REFLECTION When you think about life…… Is your mind mainly thinking about the past, the present or the future? (Picture of signpost pointing in different directions past, present and future) TODAY WE ARE LOOKING AT BEING FUTURE FOCUSSED Quotes about living ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30, Philippians 3:13-14, Revelation 21:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

How To Survive A Shipwreck

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 22, 2010

Paul sails for Rome. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: chapter 27 verses 1-22: Ill: • Many Christians use car stickers to witness (bad drivers – God gets the blame!) • Many non-Christians also use car stickers displaying messages. • Some advertise a club or society e.g. scouts, caravan club. • Some tell you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-22

Denomination: Brethren

Fellowship Of Light

Contributed by Victor Nazareth on May 18, 2002

The basis of our fellowship with God and our brothers is our walking in the light. Often however, we break this fellowship by walking in darkness. John tells us of the blessings of walking in the light.

Introduction: The basis of our fellowship with God and our brothers is our walking in the light. Often however, we break this fellowship by walking in darkness. If we are walking in the light of God’s commands, in openness and transparency then we will be blessed with wonderful fellowship with ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-7

Denomination: Charismatic

Learning How To Give Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 20, 2019

The Corinthians were materially rich but miserly in their giving. All of us need to learn that “God love a cheerful giver!”

LEARNING HOW TO GIVE II CORINTHIANS 9:1-15 INTRODUCTION: Call on a Methodist to pray and he’ll say, “Here’s $50.” Call on a Baptist for $50 and he’ll say “Let’s pray!” Our action toward giving is good but we, also, need a right attitude when we give. The Corinthians were materially rich but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Portrait Of A Preacher Series

Contributed by Donald Mcculley on Mar 20, 2019

Chapter 11 may be one of the most personable chapters in the book. Paul pours out his heart. One sees the true heartbeat of a genuine preacher.

THE PORTRAIT OF A PREACHER (THE RIGHT KIND THAT IS) II CORINTHIANS 11:1-33 INTRODUCTION: Chapter 11 may be one of the most personable chapters in the book. Paul pours out his heart. One sees the true heartbeat of a genuine preacher. I. Study Paul’s Comparison (v.1-15) Paul compares himself ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:1-33

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Neglect! Don’t Even Drift!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 10, 2010

The dangers of drifting in the Christian Life

DON’T NEGLECT! DON’T EVEN DRIFT! Reading: Hebrews chapter 2 verses 1-9. Ill: • A little boy asked his mum a question; • “Mum, where did I get my intelligence from?” • She replied; • “I guess you got it from your father… because…. I still have mine!” Many Christians avoid the book of Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-9

Denomination: Brethren