Sermons on Two Olive Trees:

Waiting Has A Purpose

Contributed by Sunitha Justin on Nov 8, 2022

Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life (Proverbs 13:12). This verse talks about two seasons of our life: a season of waiting and a season of fulfilment. Inevitably all of us go through both these seasons in life.

Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life. Proverbs 13:12 This verse talks about two seasons of our life: a season of waiting and a season of fulfilment. Inevitably all of us go through both these seasons in life. All of us go through periods of waiting in our ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:12, Jeremiah 29:11, Psalm 18:34, Proverbs 28:20, Genesis 39:21, Genesis 39:23, Matthew 6:33, Isaiah 55:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Jesus Gives Two "Cans" To Those Who Think "I Can't"

Contributed by Joel Pankow on May 21, 2003

how Jesus enabled his disciples to carry on after his ascension

June 1, 2001 Acts 1:1-14 1 In my former book, Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus began to do and to teach 2 until the day he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles he had chosen. 3 After his suffering, he showed himself to these men ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

The Righteous And The Wicked

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 23, 2013

Two distinct lifestyles. Two eternal destinies.

THE RIGHTEOUS AND THE WICKED. Psalm 1:1-6. The Book of Psalms begins with a benediction. Psalm 1 then proceeds to declare who are the righteous and who the wicked, along with their separate destinations. PSALM 1:1. The blessing is literally, “Oh the happiness!” We are put in mind, of course, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Small

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Aug 31, 2025

Sermon on Zechariah I preached at the first anniversary of The House of Prayer.

I. OPENING ILLUSTRATION: II. TEXT: Zechariah 4:6-14 (CSB) So he answered me, “This is the word of the Lord to Zerubbabel: ‘Not by strength or by might, but by my Spirit,’ says the Lord of Armies. 7 ‘What are you, great mountain? Before Zerubbabel you will become a plain. And he will bring out the ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Generational Blessings

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 14, 2009

Today’s family can plant a family tree that will become a legacy.

Generational Blessings May 10, 2009 FBC, Chester Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A Jonathan Edwards was married to Sara in 1727, one of the colonies’ most respected/ noted preachers (First Great Awakening). 1 The Edwards were ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 24:35

Denomination: Baptist

Zechariah: Christ Is Coming Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023

Many believe that Zechariah’s prophecy foretells Christ’s rule of an earthly kingdom that is yet to be established, and will rule for a thousand years. I believe that Zechariah is referring to Christ’s Spiritual Kingdom—the CHURCH—in which you and I are part of today.

A. Have you ever known anyone who told you that something was going to happen, and it did? 1. What if this morning while we were sitting around the table in the fellowship hall drinking coffee and eating donuts, Mark Thomas emphatically told us that the Indianapolis Colts is going to WIN ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Palm Sunday 2013

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 8, 2013

There would have been thousands (if not tens of thousands) on the road near the Mt. of Olives when Jesus approached Jerusalem. Not everyone there that day was having the best day ever.

Palm Sunday Dr. Mike Fogerson March 24, 2013 I 37 Then, as He was now drawing near the descent of the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples began to rejoice and praise God with a loud voice for all the mighty works they had seen, Luke 19:37 (NKJV) A There would have been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:37

Denomination: Baptist

The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 4 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Oct 10, 2015

God Talks about the Timing: 1. The timing of the season should be studied (vs. 32-35). 2. Our knowledge of the day has been delayed (vs. 36-39). 3. The need to prepare is paramount (vs. 37-44).

The Second Coming of Christ Part 4: God Talks about the Timing Matthew 24:29-44 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - July 8, 2015 BACKGROUND: *It was two days before the cross. Jesus had just finished condemning the Jewish religious leaders for stubbornly rejecting Him as the Messiah. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:29-44

Denomination: Baptist

No Double Standards

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 31, 2016

To show that GOD does not want us carrying in ourselves two standards, that we are half-hearted, but dedicate and commit our whole heart, body and soul in serving one GOD.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you following double standards? No. Only 1, standards of truth. John 8:32 John 8:32 (Amplified Bible) And you will know the Truth, and the Truth will set you free. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD does not want us carrying in ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 25:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Fruit Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 16, 2013

If we want to produce the fruit of the Spirit then we must be a "Holy Spirit tree".

Last week after church we stopped at Trader Joes on our way home. We just needed to pick up a few items so I picked up one of the small red baskets on our way in. As we entered the store and tried to go down the first aisle our way was blocked by two women who had parked their carts right in the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Strategy Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Oct 27, 2023

After modeling going and preaching the kingdom of heaven, Jesus sends his disciples out to do the same. He is sending them out two by two, to preach repentance from town to town. Jesus had purpose in all he was doing. Jesus is the expert mission strategist.

Jesus had a three-year ministry. He accomplished everything he set out to accomplish. His entire ministry was done according to his strategic plan. Nothing was left to chance. He prayed all night before he chose his disciples. These disciples were the ones he was preparing for three years to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Root Of Worship Series

Contributed by Daniel Cruz on Oct 7, 2015

In Scripture the believer is compared to a tree, what determines the health of a tree is its root system in this series we will examine the vital roots that enable us to bare healthy fruit in our Christian lives.

THE ROOT OF WORSHIP Worship is one of the major roots in the life of the believer When I talk about worship I am not speaking about merely being present in a worship service. Though this plays a vital role and is a necessary part of developing your root system. But I'm speaking about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 16:23-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Withering Away

Contributed by James May on Aug 7, 2011

While some people may appear beautiful, like the fig tree, there are little or no fruits of righteousness in their lives. Jesus cursed the fig tree and it withered away. Can we expect any less of we don't serve the Lord. On the other hand, there is not

Withering Away By Pastor James May The time for Jesus to pay the price for the sin of man was fast approaching. He had entered the City Gates of Jerusalem riding upon a donkey and was met by cheering crowds and the waving of palm branches. He received the welcome of a conquering king; someone ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:13-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faith In Action: "When The Spirit Takes Over”

Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Sep 27, 2022

My success and your success depend on how much you and I let the Holy Spirit take the reign of our lives. When the Holy Spirit takes over, He changes everything. Nothing stays the same.

Last week was a challenge; today is encouragement. This year, you will face tons of mountain-like challenges, and you will be tempted to draw strength and strategies on your human force and intellect, and social connection that are readily available at your disposal. But it's an encouragement ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6-10, Ezra 3:2-8, 1 Corinthians 12:7-10, John 18:37

Denomination: Foursquare

Don’t Despise The Small Things. Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 1, 2019

We might feel small, just as the post exiles built a small temple. But when we are in the hands of God He chooses to use us as we are. Don’t be disheartened by how you think things are. Don’t despise the day of small things.

Jexit: Judah Come Home Don’t Despise the Small Things. A sermon on Zechariah 4:1-14 We continue our series on Jexit – focussing on the history and situation of the Judahites when they returned from Bablyon. The key Bible books which we will consider are Ezra, Nehamiah and Esther. We will also ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-14

Denomination: Baptist