Sermons on Twelve Ordinary Men:

Twentieth Sunday In Ordinary Time- Year C-- Fire

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Aug 15, 2025

Fire, judgment, separation, crisis, – can bring a new opportunity for growth in faith.

Lodgepole pinecones are very compact, and they will only open to disperse their seeds under intense heat, as in a forest fire. We hear a similar idea today in our Gospel that fire means judgment, which results in separation, creating a crisis, but which also means opportunity. So, fire, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Catholic

Second Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year C: Cana

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 23, 2024

Are we holding up OUR part of the covenant of our vocations?

Jesus walks into a bar. “Just 12 waters, please,” while winking at his disciples. I saw this post on social media, DOES ANYONE KNOW WHICH PAGE OF THE BIBLE EXPLAINS HOW TO TURN WATER INTO WINE? I AM JUST ASKING FOR FRIEND. “The Church attaches great importance to Jesus’ presence at the wedding ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

Sixth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year B-- Heal

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 14, 2024

The answer to the “tsunami of secularism” is nothing less than a tsunami of the Spirit.

In the film “Dead Man Walking,” there is a striking moment of contrasting pastoral styles. As the condemned prisoner, Matthew Poncelet, walks to his execution, the prison chaplain, Father Farley, suddenly appears to offer his blessing — a dispassionate ritual performed from a safe distance. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Catholic

Sackcloth And Ashes (Twenty-Fourth Sunday In Ordinary Time)

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Sep 3, 2020

Reflection is on the grace of God’s forgiveness in our lives.

Sackcloth and Ashes (Twenty-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time) Matthew 18:21-35, Luke 17:4, Romans 14:7-9, Jonah 3:5-7, Jonah 3:9, Jonah 3:10, 1 Samuel 16:7, Psalm 30:11, Genesis 4:24. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Let us now listen to the Gospel of Matthew (Matthew 18: 21-35): ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:24, 1 Samuel 16:7, Jonah 3:10, Jonah 3:9, Jonah 3:5-7, Romans 14:7-9, Luke 17:4, Psalm 30:11, Matthew 18:21-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Christmas Eve: Good News In The 'hustle And Bustle' And In The Ordinary!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Dec 24, 2005

Jesus is Good News for you in the ’hustle and bustle’ of life and preparations for Christmas. He is also Good News for people going about their ordinary everyday business, like he was for the shepherds.

A man named Charles Tucker decided recently that with all the ‘hustle and bustle’, it would be good to remember why Christmas is a good idea. He said that without Christmas… • The ‘dried’ fruit market would completely collapse • Boring, uneventful lives would have no stress at all • Santa would be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Anglican

Christmas Through The Eyes Of The Shepherds And Wise Men

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Dec 7, 2003

A look at the real Christmas as they shepherds and wise men experienced it.

We began the Advent season looking at Christmas through the eyes of the world. Last week we looked at Christmas through the eyes of Mary and Joseph. This week we want to look at Christmas through the eyes of the shepherds and wise men, and on Christmas Sunday we will look at Christmas through ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:6-20

Denomination: Methodist

The Kingdom Of God: "Not So Wise Men”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Jul 21, 2024

Our first impression on hearing this title are the wise men of the Christmas story. But in our story, Jesus is answering three men in a manner we’re not accustomed to. From Jesus’s responses, we find some valuable information about God’s kingdom. Come join us on this unusual journey.

The Kingdom of God “Not So Wise Men” Luke 9:57-62 Watch on YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mqU091I5leE Now, our first impression upon hearing this title is the wise men found in the Christmas story. Instead, in this series, we’re looking at Kingdom of God principles we can live ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Foursquare

Were The Wise Men Really So Wise?

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 8, 2013

Were the wise men as smart as we think?

Were the Wise Men Really So Wise? Matthew 2:1-18 Sometimes we think we know more about something than we really know. A perfect case is this morning’s text about the three wise Men. We even think we know their names as being Gaspar, Melchior, and Balthasar. We believe that they came from the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18, Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How The Holy Spirit Helps Improve Your Creative Visualizing Abilities

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit helps you visualize the possibilities in people, places and ministry situations.

1. The Holy Spirit helps you visualize the possibilities in people, places and ministry situations. Robert Kennedy said, "Some people see things as they are. I try to see things as they could be." Jesus was inspired by the Holy Spirit to see the potential in twelve ordinary men who would be used of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:22-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fear Not: Be Not Afraid Part 4 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 8, 2023

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: Psalm 111:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fear Not; Do Not Be Afraid Part 3 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Dec 8, 2023

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: Deuteronomy 1:20-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sound Doctrine (Titus 2)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 16, 2024

What is sound doctrine for men and women of any age? Let's find out in Titus 2.

What is sound doctrine for men and women? What should older women teach younger women? What is sound doctrine for young men and slaves? What kind of good works does salvation exhibit in us? Let’s find out in Titus 2. What should a preacher do? What is sound doctrine or teaching? But as for you, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Authority To Call - Mark 1:16-20 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 3, 2023

Jesus called ordinary men to leave everything to follow him and their response shows his awesome authority. Great faith comes from great exposure to his great authority.

Mark 1:14 After John was arrested, Jesus went into Galilee, proclaiming the gospel of God. 15 “The time has come,” he said. “The kingdom of God is near. Repent and believe in the gospel!” 16 As Jesus walked beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and his brother Andrew casting a net into the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:16-20

The Solution

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 16, 2017

“These all continued with one accord in prayer and supplication . . .” (Acts 1:14). It means that the apostles wanted to make this their constant and main objective, and for this to happen they must not be distracted by the cares of life, and even by....

December 17, 2013 By: Tom Lowe Series: The Early Church Title: The Solution (6.2-6) Acts 6.2-6 (KJV) 2 Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them, and said, It is not reason that we should leave the word of God, and serve tables. 3 Wherefore, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:2-6

Denomination: Baptist

Thunder And Love Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 22, 2025

Exploring the life of John, one of the Sons of Thunder. Jesus renamed these two for their zeal, passion, defense and proclamation of Jesus and The Word.

Sermon: Thunder and Love: Thesis: Exploring the life of John, one of the Sons of Thunder. Jesus renamed these two for their zeal, passion, defense and proclamation of Jesus and The Word. Mark 3:16-19: The disciples James and John named as “Sons of Thunder.” Luke 9:51-56: The Samaritan Opposition ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:16-19, Mark 9:38-41, 1 John 4:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational