Sermons on Twelve Ordinary Men:

Fear Not; Do Not Be Afraid Part 1 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: Numbers 13:27-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Judas Contracts The Betrayal Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2019

Judas Iscariot, whom Jesus called “the son of perdition,” lived up to his name by agreeing to hand over Jesus to the religious leaders for a rather insignificant amount of money. How did he get the courage for this evil act? The Bible has the answer.

Tom Lowe 11/12/2007 HARMONY OF THE GOSPELS JUDAS CONTRACTS THE BETRAYAL Matthew 26:14-16, Mark 14:10-11, LUKE 22:3-6 (ZECHARIAH 11:12) Judas Iscariot[1], whom Jesus called “the son of perdition,” lived up to his name by agreeing to hand over Jesus to the religious leaders for a rather ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-16, Mark 14:10-11, Luke 24:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

A Man's Role In The Church Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jun 13, 2012

God is looking for a man after his own heart.

We just returned from the Turner Family Vacation in Blur Ridge, Ga. Tragically our first day there my daughter slipped and broke both her leg and ankle. The second day was spent in the hospital while she had surgery. The third day was a waiting period for her release complete with a walking boot ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:22

Denomination: Foursquare

Walk Like A Man

Contributed by Hiram Withers on Nov 14, 2018

One of the newest catch phrases in today’s world is “toxic masculinity”. Masculinity only becomes toxic when men do not lead as God intends them to lead.

One of the newest catch phrases in today’s world is “toxic masculinity” , while there is a real application for this phrase, when applied to men who are violent, abusive, overly aggressive and overtly forceful. It is now being applied to all men. Modern society looks at the characteristics of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18, 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

Humility: The Quiet Virtue Speaks

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Aug 10, 2019

22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle C. Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time

Rabbi Simcha Bunim, a great Polish Hasidic master, taught that “Everyone must have two pockets, with a note in each pocket, so that he or she can reach into one or the other, depending on the need. When feeling lowly and depressed, discouraged or disconsolate, one should reach into the right ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Catholic

No Mere Men-8--Sec. 2, Part 3 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 14, 2014

8 of 10. Paul reveals the traits of unspiritual men. Unspiritual men are unable to exist in harmony. But Why? Because...No mere men can Overcome...

NO MERE MEN—1Corinthians 3:1-23(3:1-9; 9-17; 18-23) —SECTION 2(3:9-17)Their Building—part 3 Attention: Blessed Shot? A nun walks into Mother Superior's office & plops down into a chair. She lets out a sigh heavy with frustration. 'What troubles you, Sister?' asked the Mother ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Evidence Of The Existence Of God Is The Actions Of Godly Men And Women.

Contributed by Preacher Fo Real on Aug 17, 2011

As we examine the actions of Joshua and the nation of Israel throughout the sixth chapter of the book of Joshua, God further reveals His divine strategy for the success of those chosen by Him.

Submitting to God or the way of Jesus is a key requirement in our development into the men and women of God. Submitting to God cultivates our oneness with God. Once we submit to the will of God by first loving God mentally, physically, and spiritually, God will empower us to do His will. From ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 6:1-5

Denomination: *other

A Passing World

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Jan 18, 2021

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time.

A Passing World Scripture: Mark 1:14-20, Jonah 3:1-5, Jonah 3:10, 1 Corinthians 7:29-31. Reflection My dear sisters and brothers, We have a text from the Gospel according to Saint Mark (Mark 1:14-20) for our reflection today: “After John had been arrested, Jesus came to Galilee proclaiming ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20, Jonah 3:1-5, Jonah 3:10, 1 Corinthians 7:29-31

Denomination: Other

Eyes To See

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Feb 8, 2023

Jesus is rejected in Nazareth and then He sends out the Twelve to do ministry

Eyes to See Mark 6:1-13 Good morning. There is a narrative in John 5 where Jesus healed a man on the Sabbath Day and of course, the Pharisees were mad at Him. John 5:17 But Jesus answered them, "My Father has been working until now, and I have been working." John 5:18 Therefore the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Can God Do With A Small Congregation

Contributed by Lester Potts on Nov 17, 2025

What can a small church do? How can we possibly make a difference in a world that seems to be collapsing?

It took just one person, Jesus Christ, to spark a movement that changed history. His ministry on earth lasted only three years, during which time Jesus chose twelve men to serve alongside Him. Who were these individuals, and what inspired them to boldly share the message of the Gospel—even at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19

Denomination: Baptist

Winning Witness Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 11, 2018

This message discusses the 11th of twelve spiritual disciplines. Witnessing to others.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Winning Witness” Review Habitual engagement in the spiritual disciplines produces spiritual maturity. We have covered nearly all of the major healthy habits that that enable a healthy walk. Each discipline or habit serves to diminish the pull of the flesh ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20, 1 Peter 3:14-15, 2 Corinthians 5:17-20

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Seventh Sunday In Ordinary Time -- 7th Sunday, Year A

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 27, 2020

Love your enemies

There is a sign in the Princeton University Store basement which cleverly suggests: "Love your enemies—it will drive them crazy." Jesus’ ethical teaching is higher than this example because love of enemies is not a consequentialist ethic, hoping that the other person will change. Love ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Catholic

Moving In The Opposite Spirit— 6th Sunday In Ordinary Time

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 27, 2019

A “Manual” for Escaping Our Vicious Cycles through non-violence is what the Sermon on the Mount has been called; to transform the adversary - and, in the process, to be transformed ourselves.

1). Mary Lou Kownacki relates the following tale: It seems that in a certain village a snake had bitten so many people that few dared to go into the fields. Finally, it was taken to a wise person who tamed the snake and persuaded it to practice the discipline of nonviolence. When the villagers ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-38, 1 Samuel 26:1-23

Denomination: Catholic

Eighteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time, Cycle B-- New Manna

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 31, 2021

Complaining became the rubric under which the journey was interpreted.

In our First Reading we heard Exodus 16:2, “The whole Israelite community grumbled against Moses and Aaron.” It reminds me of the story of a lady who was a veritable fount of complaints. Her pastor came by to see her one day and she began to enumerate some of her complaints: “The neighbor’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:2-15, John 6:24-35

Denomination: Catholic

Eleventh Sunday In Ordinary Time- B Mustard Seed Cooperation

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 13, 2021

The Atlantic began to come in; its mighty shoulders underneath the boats lifted—lifted until the derelict had to come. The youth had harnessed infinite energy to his task.

Working in harmony with the processes of life in co-operation with God is how the Kingdom of God works, Jesus says. Its methods may be illustrated by the case of an old derelict ship that was to be lifted-up from the bottom of the sea. In one of the tidal rivers near New York, the building of a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-34, Ezekiel 17:22-24

Denomination: Catholic