Sermons on united methodist: showing 466-480 of 28,811

"For The Sake Of Christ"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 23, 2012

A sermon about reaching out to others in the name of Christ.

Luke 16:19-31 “For the Sake of Christ” We have all seen him. He lies on a pile of newspapers outside a shop doorway, covered with a rough blanket. Perhaps he has a dog with him for safety. People walk past him or even step over him. Maybe he occasionally rattles a few coins ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: United Methodist

Against The Grain

Contributed by Clair Sauer on Feb 9, 2012

The healing of the leper is not just another in a long line of healing stories in Mark, it is a strong statement both of Jesus' compassion for those in need, and his frustration with the systems that ostracize people and push them out when they are most i

One of the interesting things about living with a six year old is you get constant reminders of all the social taboos we live with that children are absolutely not aware of. For example, this winter (though it’s not really been cold yet) we have been eating soup some, and each time we dive ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: United Methodist

"How Beautiful Are Your Feet?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 18, 2010

A sermon on evangelism.

Romans 10:8-15 “How Beautiful are Your Feet?” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN Have you ever walked up to some tough looking person… …someone who looks hard and callous on the outside… …perhaps a bit intimidating… …and a bit sad… …and struck up a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-15

Denomination: United Methodist

What A Relief! Series

Contributed by Clair Sauer on Sep 16, 2009

As Christians, our life mission is reflected in part through our generosity; this is why we are called to return to God a portion of God’s blessings to us.

I am in the midst of reading a book written by a Chaplain of the Maine State Warden Service. In her book, Here If You Need Me, Kate Braestrup describes her encounters serving as the spiritual presence in the Warden Service, and raising four children as a single mother after the death of her ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-15

Denomination: United Methodist

"what Holds You Captive?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 13, 2020

A sermon about experiencing true life through following Christ.

“What Holds You Captive?” Mark 10:17-27 A few summers ago, David Timothy bought an old van with 265,000 miles on it, with the help of his wife and a friend. They named it the Soup Mobile and started taking food to the homeless of Dallas, Texas. Timothy had wanted to open a soup kitchen for a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-27

Denomination: United Methodist

Generous Giving, Generous Living Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Apr 2, 2018

A faithful life is a generous life. The more generous we become with all of life's gifts, the more full lives we will live.

It seems strange to be talking about “Making Change” by using the Old Testament. We’re New Testament people, right, and Jesus and the power of His Holy Spirit are the change agents in our lives. So? What’s with this message series rooted in the writings of Solomon? Well, think about it. In his day, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:24-25

Denomination: Methodist

"investing Ourselves In God's Own Passion"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 14, 2019

A sermon for Lent.

“Investing Ourselves in God’s Own Passion” Isaiah 58:1-12 What are you like when you are hungry? Do you get feeling a bit grumpy? There used to be a Snickers commercial where the main character would be in a really foul mood until they were offered a Snickers bar, after which the tagline ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

"god's Designated Storehouse"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 11, 2021

A sermon for pledge Sunday.

“God’s Designated Storehouse” Malachi 3:6-12 Although Mosaic Law remained in effect for 15 centuries, from the time of Moses to the time of Christ’s death at Calvary, the people often ignored, defied, or buried it. When their spiritual life was low, their giving fell off and when their ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Jesus Spoke With Authority

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Feb 7, 2022

The modern mind doesn't like to submit to authority, but if you don't recognize Jesus's authority, you don't recognize Jesus.

Three weeks ago we left off of our series on the early ministry of Jesus as he was walking out of his home town, Nazareth, very much alone, having been violently rejected by the people of the synagogue where he grew up. What a tragic story. We don’t know that he ever went back. If you missed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:31-37

Jesus Is Enough

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 11, 2024

A sermon about putting aside our differences because Jesus is enough.

“Jesus Is Enough” Matthew 28:16-20 On my first Sunday here, 6 years ago, I sat in my office as some of the first people started to come into the building. And the first Sunday in a new church for a new pastor is stressful. I was nervous. I didn’t know anyone and didn’t know much about this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: United Methodist

The Blood Church Warning

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Apr 9, 2024

Families that use biology to determine membership should realize by now that they wrote their epitaph. We need to create a SPIRITUAL family, not a biological family.

The Blood Church Warning Luke 3:23-38 Rabbi Dr. Rev. Michael H Koplitz Luke 3:23 aWhen He began His ministry, Jesus Himself was about thirty years of age, being, as was supposed, the son of Joseph, the son of Eli, 24 the son of Matthat, the son of Levi, the son of Melchi, the son of Jannai, the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:23-38

Denomination: United Methodist

Have An Audacious Christmas

Contributed by Don Hawks on Dec 30, 2007

A sermon for the 4th Sunday in Advent

Jack Shea, writer and theologian shares his thoughts about how to send out Christmas greetings. Shea writes: “Some Christmas I am going to send out a Christmas card that will look like this. On the cover there will be three images. The first image will be a star brightly shining but it will be ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Methodist

Christ's Prayer For The Church

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jun 6, 2011

The importance of unity within the church and other churches and denominations.

We had an interesting situation last Sunday. A person from another church visited us. But this person was not here to enjoy our fellowship, rather they came to convey a message and convert us. This person handed out papers stating that a certain denomination was the only true church, and the ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Back To The Basics: The Church Series

Contributed by Brian William on Oct 25, 2007

Fourth in the "Back to the Basics" series, exploring the foundational beliefs of Christians. This sermon addresses the question, "What do Christians believe about the Body of Christ, the Church?"

This past week, someone brought to my attention a different kind of church. Travel a half-hour south of Dallas, Texas, and you’ll find the Cowboy Church of Ellis County. Based on the photographs they provide on their website, you’ve got a few choices if you want to lead worship at the Cowboy ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Methodist

All Saints Sunday

Contributed by Thomas Bracewell on Feb 17, 2001

A brief overvied of "All Saints" and the omission by modern Churches.

All Saints Sunday Thomas F. Bracewell OSL It would be most interesting if we started this sermon/lesson by perhaps asking those who know anything at all about "all Saints Day" to raise their hands. . .of course I am not going to do that because there are possibly only a handful of us who are even ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-18

Denomination: *other