Sermons on The Pharisees:

What Does God Want?

Contributed by David Petticrew on Jan 21, 2005

A look at what Jesus says about giving to Caesar and God to show that God wants everything.

Introduction Today is harvest. In front of me you see a selection of produce. It used to be traditional at harvest to bring in a sample of crops to church and then it was given away to those who needed it. Rather than do that anymore, we give the offering for the day to charity. Back in the OT ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-17

Denomination: Holiness

I Am Come To Fulfill

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jun 20, 2005

Sermon 1 of 7: Why did Jesus come?

Matthew 5:17-18 “I Am Come To Fulfill…” Woodlawn Baptist Church June 19, 2005 Introduction Why did Jesus come to earth? For the next few weeks, I would like to examine seven passages of Scripture that will answer that question. In each passage, Jesus made a statement that clearly says, “I have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Way Of Grace Is Clearly Different

Contributed by Jeffrey Samelson on Sep 17, 2004

Jesus uses two parables about banquets to teach that the truly righteous live by grace, which means humility and love.

September 12, 2004 — 15th Sunday after Pentecost Christ Lutheran Church, Columbia, MD Pastor Jeff Samelson Luke 14:1,7-14 The Way of Grace Is Clearly Different I. In How We Think of Ourselves II. In How We Treat Others III. In How We Are Rewarded Grace and peace be yours in abundance through ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Tears.

Contributed by John Gullick on Sep 4, 2002

A sermon that looks at the role of tears in the christians life using a myriad of Scriptures.

Tears Two situations where tears play a role. ’Mabel" said Roland, leaning across the style. "May I have a word?" "Of course." Replied Mabel batting her long eyelashes at him. "I’ve always time for you." She slipped her arm snugly into his and they walked slowly onto the moor. "Mabel." ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-48, Romans 7:23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Religion & Relationship

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 10, 2007

How do we enter the Kingdom? Many who think they know, do not know.

The story of Nicodemus is one of the best known stories of the Bible, and it comes to a close with one of the most often quoted passages in the Bible, John 3:16: “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life” ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16

Denomination: Methodist

The Problem With Stoning

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Oct 10, 2011

Whatever her condition and whatever she had already gone through that morning, she was completely disgraced and exposed in front of all these people and this great Teacher and miracle worker named Jesus.

TITLE: THE PROBLEM WITH STONING SCRIPTURE: ST. JOHN 8:1-11 I have dealt with some challenging issues inside the church as well as outside the church the past few weeks as it pertains to why there are so many struggles within the local church today. Rev. Lawson on this past Wednesday evening ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

What The Bible Says About Prayer Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 24, 2012

What is Prayer? To say that prayer is “conversation with God” is an oversimplification.” Prayer is the sincere desire of our souls spoken to God. Prayer is what allows us to establish closeness with the Creator. Prayer creates an awareness of God’s co

February 6, 2003 Title: What the Bible Says About Prayer Text: “And when you pray…” (Matt. 6:5). Scripture Reading: Matthew 6:5-13 What is Prayer? To say that prayer is “conversation with God” is an oversimplification.” Prayer is the sincere desire of our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-13

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage And Divorce Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 30, 2012

Divorce is a difficult subject to deal with, not merely because the issue is complex, but because divorce is so widespread and painful. We must consider it honestly before the Lord and examine our hearts in light of it.

Introduction Divorce is a difficult subject to deal with, not merely because the issue is complex, but because divorce is so widespread and painful. This is one subject I know that affects nearly everyone in any church. Some of you have divorced parents, some divorced children, or divorced ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Feb 8, 2010

What does it mean to be poor in Spirit?

Poor in Spirit The Beatitudes – Attitudes to Live By Slide Good Morning. On a visit to the Beethoven museum in Bonn, a young American student became fascinated by the piano on which Beethoven had composed some of his greatest works. She asked the museum guard if she could play a few bars on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Healing More Than Hands Series

Contributed by Trey Harris on Mar 3, 2010

In this account of Jesus healing a man's hand on the Sabbath, we see there was more than the man's hand in need of healing.

Healing More Than Hands Mark 3:1-6 Have you ever had a conversation with someone who was intent on simply arguing with you rather than listening to you? When that happens do you feel like the person is waiting to get a word in edge wise? (EDGE WISE) do you feel trapped? These folks aren’t ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Healing More Than Hands Series

Contributed by Trey Harris on Mar 3, 2010

In this account of Jesus healing a man's hand on the Sabbath, we see there was more than the man's hand in need of healing.

Healing More Than Hands Mark 3:1-6 Have you ever had a conversation with someone who was intent on simply arguing with you rather than listening to you? When that happens do you feel like the person is waiting to get a word in edge wise? (EDGE WISE) do you feel trapped? These folks aren’t ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

Simple Instructions On Serious Issues

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 24, 2010

Simple instructions on serious issues (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Matthew chapter 5 verses 27-32. ill: • When men were manning the barricades in Moscow in 1917, • And preparing to fire the first shots of a world revolution, Church dignities were holding a meeting in the same city, • For the specific purpose of deciding; • What colour of robes were ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-32

Denomination: Brethren

The Sign Of Jonah Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 11, 2009

In today’s lesson we see, first, the request for a sign (that Jesus prove that he is the Messiah, the Son of God, and the Savior of sinners), and second, the response of Jesus.

Scripture Today is Easter Sunday, the day that the Christian Church around the world celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. Two thousand years ago Jesus was born in Bethlehem. Jesus knew that his life mission was “to seek and to save the lost” (Luke 19:10). He knew that he was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:38-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Starting Steps To Significance

Contributed by Samuel Stone on Oct 31, 2007

Today is father’s day, but our Gospel lesson according to the Common Lectionary focuses mostly on women ... I guess this morning God wants us men learn from the women.

Luke 7:36-8:3 One of the Pharisees asked Jesusj to eat with him, and he went into the Pharisee’s house and took his place at the table. 37 And a woman in the city, who was a sinner, having learned that he was eating in the Pharisee’s house, brought an alabaster jar of ointment. 38 She stood behind ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lost And Found

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 21, 2007

God loves the lost. God loves the found. Who do you know that is lost and needs some spiritual direction? How much effort are you placing in your life in spreading the Gospel?

LOST AND FOUND LUKE 15:1-10 #lostandfound SEGMENTED NARRATIVE 1 I want you to imagine a very busy shopping center. Perhaps it is your favorite mall. Maybe it is even Black Friday, the day after Thanksgiving and there are sales after sales and the shopping center is wall to wall people. It is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ