Sermons about United Methodist

"Strong To The End"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 26, 2005

based on 38 ratings

| 11,007 views

A sermon for the first Sunday of Advent.

“Strong to the End” 1 Corinthians 1:3-9 Isaiah 64:1-9 By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org The church that Paul founded at Corinth had plenty of problems. Some members of the church were arguing and forming competitive ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:3-9

Denomination: United Methodist

"Radical Hope"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 4, 2002

based on 200 ratings

| 17,839 views

The Christian life is one of radical hope...no matter what the circumstance.

1 Peter 1:3-9 “Radical Hope” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Is there any hope? This is a question that many of us face at some point in our lives. Is there any hope...for the married couple who seem to wind up at the same dead-end of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: United Methodist

"Listen! God Is Speaking"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 17, 2003

based on 84 ratings

| 12,580 views

God spoke to Samuel and God is speaking to us...are we listening?

1 Samuel 3:1-20 “Listen! God is Speaking” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Many of us can probably relate to how the people felt in Samuel’s time: “In those days the word of the Lord was rare; there were not many visions.” This was a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-20

Denomination: United Methodist

From Worthy Sheep To Smelly Feet

Contributed by Mike Dubose on Apr 29, 2002

based on 64 ratings

| 5,053 views

Jesus takes the role of a servant and commands us to do likewise. It’s more than just smelly feet!

From Worthy Sheep to Smelly Feet John 13: 12-21 April 28, 2002 Last week we talked about worthy sheep – this week, we’re talking about smelly feet… Last week we talked about Jesus as the Good Shepherd – this week, we see Him as a humble servant, a foot washer… ILLUS: ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-21

Denomination: Methodist

Worthy Sheep

Contributed by Mike Dubose on Apr 29, 2002

based on 174 ratings

| 24,886 views

Jesus said, "I am the Good Shepherd." But will He find us to be His worthy sheep?

Worthy Sheep John 10: 7-15 April 21, 2002 Today, from the Gospel of John, we have the words of Jesus explaining His role to the Pharisees… Once again, they question Jesus as to “who He is,” and He answers them – “I am the Good Shepherd…” That’s who Jesus is – but He goes on to ...read more

Scripture: John 10:7-15

Denomination: Methodist

"And All God's People Said, 'amen!'"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 19, 2003

based on 50 ratings

| 9,767 views

The gracious meaning of our relationship with Christ is not a matter of yes and no, but God’s gracious presence is always around us.

2 Corinthians 1:18-22 “And All God’s People Said, ‘Amen!’” By: Rev. Kenneth E. Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Whether it be in politics, business, or ministry, there have always been crooked people. But today, it seems like everywhere we look, trust is not ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:18-22

Denomination: United Methodist

"What The Road To Hell Is Paved With"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 26, 2002

based on 170 ratings

| 15,743 views

Even Johnnie Cochran couldn’t get a jury to enter a ’not guilty verdict’ for a person who never accepts Christ.

MATTHEW 21:23-32 “What the Road to Hell Is Paved With” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA I remember a conversation I once had with my freshman roommate in college. He said, “I would be more than happy to be over in some foreign ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-32

Denomination: United Methodist

"God's Recipe For Happiness"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 29, 2002

based on 46 ratings

| 7,413 views

A sermon on happiness based on J.B. Phillips’ translation of The New Testament.

MATTHEW 5:1-12 “God’s Recipe for Happiness” BY: Rev. Kenneth E. Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA When I was a real young kid I used to like to bake cookies...cause I really liked to eat cookies and my mom would very rarely buy the store-bought kind. So, I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: United Methodist

I Saw The Light

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 20, 2002

based on 130 ratings

| 18,992 views

The Pharisees tries to turn out the light. Jesus simply turned up the wattage.

Question: How many Episcopalians does it take to change a light bulb? Aswer: TWELVE - one to do the work and 11 to serve on the committee. Question: How many Church of Christ members does it take to change a light bulb? Answer: THREE - one to convince the light bulb to change and 2 to carry the ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Crown Him With Many Crowns

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Nov 25, 2006

based on 7 ratings

| 10,084 views

Prepared for Christ the King Sunday in November of 2006, this is a message about being witnesses for Jesus Christ and bringing the lost into His Kingdom by the power of the Holy Spirit ministering through us.

Crown Him with Many Crowns --John 18:33-38 “Happy New Year!” Before you say, “That’s a little premature,” let me explain. Next Sunday is the first Sunday in Advent, the beginning of the Church or Liturgical Year. Today is the last Sunday of the current Church Year, “Christ the King ...read more

Scripture: John 18:33-38

Denomination: Methodist

"The Best Remedy For Stress"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 21, 2003

based on 39 ratings

| 4,843 views

Jesus confronts life’s deepest personal problem.

Matthew 6:25-33 “The Best Remedy For Stress” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org Said the robin to the sparrow, “I really do not know why it is these human beings rush about and worry so.” Said the sparrow to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-33

Denomination: United Methodist

Implementing The Vision

Contributed by Tim Smith on Mar 9, 2009

based on 8 ratings

| 6,023 views

Now that we know what the vision is, the question becomes how are we going to fulfill the vision and that’s our focus for today’s message. I’ll call these the essential building blocks for implementing God’s vision and building a great church based on God

Implementing the Vision Proverbs 29:18 and Revelation 17:17 These past few weeks, we’ve been talking about the vision God has for Gretna United Methodist Church: “Connecting diverse communities to a lifestyle devoted to Jesus.” Now that we know what the vision is, the question becomes how are we ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Methodist

"Treasure That Can't Be Stolen"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 22, 2010

based on 26 ratings

| 9,310 views

One of the powerful myths on which our society is based is that “we are what we own.” And it’s a cruel and oppressive myth! Deep down, we know it’s a lie, yet what a powerful influence it has all the same! Jesus has a word that counters this powerfu

Luke 12:22-34 “Treasure that can’t be Stolen” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN I was speaking with someone a week or so ago. They were telling me about a lawyer, who left a high paying firm in order to provide legal help for the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-34

Denomination: United Methodist

"Keep Crying Kids You're Almost There"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on May 12, 2010

based on 14 ratings

| 7,979 views

There is a meanness stalking about, an evil; the devil himself who is devouring souls. And these are the souls of people who live next door to us, work with us, shop beside us, go to school with us or our children. The world is filled with tears, and the

Acts 1:1-11 “Keep Crying Kids You’re Almost There” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN If you have ever driven on Interstate 95 between South Carolina and North Carolina you are most likely familiar with a strange and funny kind of place ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Palm Sunday 2013

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 8, 2013

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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

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