Sermons on Water Turned To Wine:

Walking On Water - Extraordinary Steps Of Faith

Contributed by Robert Fox on Jan 8, 2006

We are all rowing through life comfortably ensconced in our own little boat, but Jesus has sent us into the storm and asks us to have extraordinary faith in Him. Student ministry PowerPoint format.

[Walking on the Water – Extraordinary Steps of Faith] Slide Graphic – Jesus looking at Peter, who is wearing an inner-tube with a duck head {Note - drop me an email if you would like any or all of the original graphics. Go to the box at the top of this page and click on "Contact"} Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Baptist

"Woman At The Well & Living Waters”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Oct 3, 2021

In October, we’ll be looking at a series of messages to get us ready for our Welcome Back series on Resetting Our Lives. Today’s message looks at the Woman at the Well and the Living Water God provides in this resetting process.

GET READY FOR THE RESET “Woman at the Well & Living Waters” John 4:1-30 Watch at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nskXHSfaD54 With the pandemic and its high mortality rate coupled with a worldwide financial crisis and social upheaval, there seems to be an understanding and agreement among ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-30, John 7:37-39, Revelation 22:1

Denomination: Foursquare

All I Want Is Living Water

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on May 30, 2020

There are two times in the Gospel of John where Jesus asks for a drink. In both instances, He is inviting His hearers into a Divine exchange. He took upon HImself our Humanity that He might make us partakers of His divinity. The Holy Spirit is for every believer!

All I Want Is Living Water Introduction: OPENING ILLUSTRATION: In 1996, a young marine corporal named Joey Mora was standing on a platform of an aircraft carrier patrolling the Iranian Sea. Incredibly, he fell overboard.  His absence was not known for 36 hours. A search and rescue ...read more

Scripture: John 7:37-39

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thou Shalt Be Turned Into Another Man

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Sep 30, 2007

There is an operation of the Spirit of God upon your life that can so transform your life, that you will not be the same man, or the same woman.

1 Sam 9:26 Samuel called Saul to the top of the house:, saying Up, that I may send thee away (And Saul Arose). How few are those who are coming to that Higher place in God that equips us and empowers us for service to our fellow men. Bid The Servant to Pass on Before us: There are many who will ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Need To Get Turned Around

Contributed by Roberta Karchner on Jan 10, 2015

John the Baptist called for each of us to repent. What does that mean? How do we get turned around when we find we are on the wrong road?

About 15 years ago, I was on my way to an orientation and open day at the seminary. I had never been to the campus before, and the freeways in California can be tricky. In this case, the 57, which I was taking, and the 60 joined together for a couple of miles before they split apart. Somehow I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11, Galatians 5:16-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Does The Bible Teach About…alcohol?

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 21, 2014

A two-part discussion study. Part 1 deals with drunkenness and activities that often accompany alcohol and alcohol abuse. Part 2 deals with whether Christians should drink at all.

What Does the Bible Teach About…Alcohol? (Parts 1 & 2) To Drink or Not to Drink – Part 1 NOTE: Q. = A discussion question / A = possible or suggested answers or responses TEXT: Ask for volunteers to read the following scriptures when called upon to do so: Proverbs 23:29-35 Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

Revival - Turn From Wicked Ways

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Oct 14, 2002

The Fourth in a multi-part series inspired by Rick Atchley’s series Revive Us Again.

TURN FROM YOUR WICKED WAYS II Chronicles 7:14 INTRODUCTION: There was a fellow named Louie who was deep in debt, and was thinking of ending it all. When he confided in his neighbor, his neighbor said, "That’s ridiculous! I can give you a pill that will put you in a state of suspended animation. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

19a Perform In The Storm

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jul 13, 2017

I saw a cartoon that showed a lady walking on some cases of bottled water and the caption read, “walking on water”!

19A Beginning to sink….! I saw a cartoon that show a lady walking on some cases of bottled water and the caption read, “walking on water”! In Mathew 14:30, from today’s Gospel text we hear……beginning to sink Peter cried out, "Lord, save me.”” If he had prayed a longer prayer, he would have been ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Catholic

Polluted Streams Still Turn Turbines Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Nov 3, 2004

#8 in Romans 8 - What a Way to Live! series. God works all things together for good for Christians. Useful opening illustration. Also describes this truth in Jesus’ death too.

Romans 8:28-30 – Polluted Streams Still Turn Turbines Read passage. Once there was a river. It was a wide river with many docks and wharves along its shores. It provided income for many with its sport fishing and recreational opportunities. It provided leisure for many with its beautiful ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Hand The World A Shaker And Turn On The Light Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 22, 2023

This is the first of a two-part series on the Similitudes. This message looks at the follower of Christ as the Salt of the earth. What does this mean and what happens when we choose not to be the salt of the earth

HAND THE WORLD A SHAKER AND TURN ON THE LIGHT THE SIMILITUDES, PART 1 MATTHEW 5:13–16 “YOU ARE THE SALT OF THE EARTH. BUT IF THE SALT LOSES ITS SALTINESS, HOW CAN IT BE MADE SALTY AGAIN? IT IS NO LONGER GOOD FOR ANYTHING, EXCEPT TO BE THROWN OUT AND TRAMPLED BY MEN. 14 “YOU ARE THE LIGHT OF THE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

How To Receive New Wine In 09 - Step 4 Teamwork Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 26, 2009

When God calls on us to do a certain task for Him He requires that we all work together as a team. Usually the task is something huge which requires a team to complete it. This is God’s way of saying to us that we need each other so in the midst of the ta

How to receive New Wine in 09 – Step 4 - Teamwork Opening Scripture Text: Genesis 6:9-14: 9This is the account of Noah. Noah was a righteous man, blameless among the people of his time, and he walked with God. 10Noah had three sons: Shem, Ham and Japheth. 11Now the earth was corrupt in God’s sight ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding God's Will: Turn On The Headlights Series

Contributed by Dan Morrison on Sep 18, 2002

IS THE WORD OF GOD IMPORTANT IN FINDING THE WILL OF GOD?

Finding God’s Will: Turn on your headlights Review: Yield; prayer; not complicated but we need to talk about another signpost to find the will of God; going to Knoxville a tunnel; Entering a dark tunnel sign says to turn on your headlights; what do you think this means as it relates to finding ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping Our Head Above Water

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Apr 5, 2003

No matter what the waters of life may hold or how raging the rivers may be, the child of God can rest in the promise: "I will be with thee."

KEEPING OUR HEAD ABOVE WATER “When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; And through the rivers, they shall not overflow you.” Isaiah 43:2a WHEN YOU PASS… No one is immune from trials, tribulations, troubles and distresses in this life. These things affect us all. Jesus said: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:2

Denomination: Baptist

"Give Me Also Springs Of Water"

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jul 16, 2004

We may feel we have a bit of a raw deal- like we’re in a desert- but the key is knowing who and what to ask. We need to ask the Father for ’streams of water’.

“Give me also springs of water” Judges 1:12-15 WBC 18/7/04am You must be thinking- ‘how on earth are you going to get a sermon out of that, Ewen! Why choose this passage?” Well- I’ve felt led to it out after last week’s sermon on ‘the fountain opened in Jerusalem’ (Zech 13) - and this little ...read more

Scripture: Judges 1:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping Your Head Above Water Series

Contributed by Paul Gabriel on May 6, 2005

The Christian life cannot be lived apart from Christ!

John 6:16-21 Keeping Your Head Above Water I. Leaving Without Jesus - v. 16 V. 15 says that "he departed again into a mountain himself alone." Yet v. 16 says that the disciples left in the boat by themselves. Matt. 14:22-23 - Jesus constrained his disciples to get into a ship, and to go ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-21

Denomination: Baptist