Sermons on Wexner Art Center:

Lent 3, Year C: God's Not Mad Atcha!

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Mar 13, 2019

Rian Adams: Parable of the landowner and the fig tree. Different intrepretation​ that places us at the cent​e​r of the parable.

God Ain’t Mad ‘Atcha The Rev. Rian Adams Luke 13:1-9 There’s a question that troubles so many people. It’s a question that churchgoers and nonchurchgoers, struggle with; “Am I good enough for God?” I can’t speak for you but at certain times in my life I’ve felt like my decisions, and my life ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Episcopal

Faithful With Much Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Oct 10, 2022

The third in a four-part sermon series for a fall stewardship emphasis. This sermon centers on the stewardship of our financial giving.

October 9, 2022 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Found Faithful Series 2 Corinthians 9:6-11; Matthew 13:44-46 Faithful with Much Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Each week the popular PBS show Antiques Roadshow takes ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-11, Matthew 13:44-46

Denomination: Lutheran

Living By Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 1, 2023

This sermon explores living a joyful life through embracing God's love and grace, with Christ as the center of our existence.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a joy to be here with you today, to share in the love and light of our Lord. As we gather here, let's remember that we are not just in a building, but in the presence of God. We are here to celebrate His love, His grace, and His joy in our ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20-21

Topics: I Live, Jesus Lives

Making New Year Resolutions Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 29, 2025

A call to make spiritually grounded, God-centered resolutions that lead to growth, discipline, and divine fulfilment in the new year.

MAKING NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 1:8 Key Verse: “But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king’s meat…” (Daniel 1:8) Supporting Texts: Joshua 24:15; Psalm 119:112; Proverbs 16:3; Luke 9:62; Philippians ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Devil Made Me Do It!

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Mar 11, 2002

Set against the motif of a melodrama, the temptation of Jesus is examined through our temptation to be self-centered, to compromise Christian ideals, and to avoid self-sacrifice and suffering

Bibliography: Finding Christ, Finding Life: Temptation When I was younger - much younger, I put all my energies into acting and the theater. I remember when I was 14 and my family moved from the metropolis of Pasadena, TX. to a small town in rural Arkansas. I was devastated that there were no ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Steps To Making Prayer Part Of Daily Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 17, 2025

Prayer begins with trusting God as our Father, centering our lives on Him, and building a simple, daily rhythm of fellowship through Christ.

If you listen close enough, right where the morning is thin and the coffee is warm, you can almost hear the first word Jesus taught us to pray: Father. Not a distant title, not a cold address, but a name full of nearness and tenderness. The kind of name a child whispers when the night is long and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:2, John 14:28, John 12:44, 1 John 1:3

Topics: Prayer, Dialogue With God

Fantastic Faith

Contributed by Richard Mcnair on Nov 4, 2004

are you surrendered or self centered? --A Self centered see himself as ok, everything is going fin. Sure I have a few problems but nothing I cant handle. I am a Christian you know. We must see ourselves as we really are!

Fantastic Faith ILL>> Dad packs up and leaves it all - in blind faith believing in God for provision and placement. Why do we need faith. I am saved. Isn’t that all I need? - are you surrendered or self centered? --A Self centered see himself as ok, everything is going fin. Sure I have a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

Wheat And Weeds Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 25, 2019

Jesus’ parables are both works of art and the weapons he used in the conflict with his opponents. They were the teaching method he chose most frequently to explain the kingdom of God and to show the character of God and the expectations God has for people. Klyne Snodgrass

The Kingdom Is Like … Wheat and Weeds April 28, 2018 Jesus’ parables are both works of art and the weapons he used in the conflict with his opponents. They were the teaching method he chose most frequently to explain the kingdom of God and to show the character of God and the expectations God has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30, 1 Corinthians 4:5, Galatians 5:16-17, 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Can You See The Manger?"

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 17, 2008

This is a sermon for Christmas Eve. (includes quotes from "God Came Near" & "The Purpose of Christmas" Art work can be emailed (a manger set, under a Christmas tree hidden by Christmas gifts)

In Jesus Holy Name December 24, 2008 Christmas Eve– Luke 2:8-12 Redeemer “Can You See The Manger?” The Christmas event that we celebrate this evening is God’s love story, visible and recorded in human history. The message of Christmas is simple. “You matter to God.” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:11-12

Denomination: Lutheran

The Man Who Tried To Control Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 22, 2018

How did Peter go from being the guy who declared "Thou art the Christ, the Son of the Living God" to being the guy who said "Nope! I don't know the man?"

OPEN: There's a famous poem named “Footprints” that you can find on posters, paintings and even small cards that people will put in the Bibles. It has a powerful message of hope and comfort, and it goes like this: “One night I dreamed a dream. As I was walking along the beach with my Lord, across ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:66-72

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Affirmations - Sermon Ii: Belief In God Our Father Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Oct 19, 2019

How wonderful to be reassured that our relationship to God as Father is as if He were "Daddy", yet how important it is to reverence and respect His as "Our Father who art in Heaven"!

INTRODUCTION TO AFFIRMATIONS OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITH As time marches on and the aging process begins to cast a shadow on my short-term memory, my mind seems sharper now than ever regarding long-term memory. It is interesting to me that, at 85 years of age, I am ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:15-16

Do You Know Him? Do You Know Him Personally?

Contributed by Dwain Wellington Rattray on Apr 9, 2013

Commentary on Matthew 16: 15 - 16 - 15 He saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am? And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.

The book of Matthew recounts a simple exchange in chapter 16 verses 15 through 18 with profound implications. “He (Jesus) saith unto them, But whom say ye that I am? And Simon Peter answered and said, Thou art the Christ, the Son of the living God.” No matter our individual situations ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:15-18

Denomination: *other

The Water, The Wilderness, & The Wedding

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 3, 2021

The grand mystery of our universe could be the wonder at the complexity of the stars and planets and galaxies. It could be the cells of the human body, DNA, or the united function of the human body systems, or the brain, it could be human works of art...

The grand mystery of our universe could be the wonder at the complexity of the stars and planets and galaxies. It could be the cells of the human body, DNA, or the united function of the human body systems, or the brain, it could be human works of art, or the mystery of how an unborn baby forms in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17, Luke 4:1-13, John 2:1-12

Denomination: Salvation Army

It's Not Too Late For Peter Series

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on Aug 14, 2009

This is the 5th sermon in this series, IT’S NOT TOO LATE. This sermon centers on PETER’S denial of CHRIST & his restoration back to the ministry.

Sermon for August 16, 2009 Sermon Series: It’s Not Too Late: Sermon #05: It’s Not Too Late For Peter, the Rebel: Scripture Ref: St. John 21: 15-17 15. So when they had dined, Jesus said to Simon Peter, Simon, son of Jonas, lovest thou Me more than these? He said unto Him, Yea, Lord, ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17

The Spirit-Filled Life Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 31, 2025

Living a Spirit-filled life means allowing the Holy Spirit to fully control, direct, and empower every aspect of our lives. This is not a one-time event but a continuous, daily experience.

Title: THE SPIRIT-FILLED LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 5:18 “Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit.” Supporting Texts: John 14:26 Romans 8:14 Galatians 5:16 Acts 1:8 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 INTRODUCTION: Living a Spirit-filled ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18, John 14:26, Acts 1:8, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God