Sermons on All (Page 37)
All sermons listed in chronological order.
The Compassion of Jesus (Luke 4:38-44)
Introduction Jesus began his ministry being accepted and praised by many who heard him teach, but also rejected and run off by people in his hometown of Nazareth. Having returned to Capernaum, he has just finished casting out a demon from a man in the synagogue. Read Luke 4:38-44 Why did Jesus heal anyone? Why didn’t he heal everyone? His healing ministry supported his purpose, namely to proclaim the good news of the kingdom of God. We must keep this…
The Elder in His Home (Titus 1:5-6)
Introduction Research continues to reveal that today’s children are less stable than previous generations. That is true physically, emotionally, intellectually, and spiritually. The primary reason children are unstable is because their parents are unstable. 46% of children live with mom and dad in first marriage. 96% of children live in a dysfunctional family (at least one member has addiction > neglect). What’s the solution? Godly men who lead their homes well, then equip other men to do the same. Paul’s…
The Authority of Jesus (Luke 4:31-37)
Introduction Jesus began his ministry with high praise, but his rejection in his hometown is where we left off last week. Here we see the recognition of his authority. Read Luke 4:31-37 This is the first of five accounts Luke provides of Christ healing on the Sabbath. It is significant that the day of rest and worship included great acts of mercy and compassion. This was radically different from the religious norm. When we picture authority today, it is often…
Introduction to Titus (Titus 1:1-4)
Introduction There are a thousand different strategies from a thousand different denominations all advocating some unique selling proposition that the church MUST consider TODAY! It’s not only confusing, but it’s often at odds with the simple instruction provided in the Word of God. The great Easter Egg drop of 2014. 7,000 candy-filled plastic eggs were dropped from a helicopter. “You may ask, well, what does dropping an egg from a helicopter have to do with the resurrection? Uh, Absolutely nothing.…
The Rejection of Jesus (Luke 4:14-30)
Introduction Jesus begins his public ministry with great reception, then faces intense challenge upon returning to the place of his upbringing, Nazareth. Read Luke 4:14-30 Previously, Jesus went from affirmation > temptation, now he experiences acclamation > Persecution. This is the second time Jesus found himself staring down from a dizzying height. He escaped 1x through overcoming the devil’s temptation. The 2x he was indeed protected from harm. It seems like an overreaction from the crowd doesn’t it? What did…
Vanity of Vanities (Ecclesiastes 12:8-14)
Introduction We have spent the past six months looking at a book that contains many things that are difficult to understand. It’s a book you should continue to read and meditate upon. It’s truths are appropriate for all ages, but especially postmodern Westerners. 12:8 summarizes the Preacher’s thoughts. If Ecclesiastes ended at 12:8, our interpretation would have been different. Read Ecclesiastes 12:9-14 Ryken If there is no God, then there is no Judge. If there is no Judge, then there…
Who Is Like the Wise (Ecclesiastes 8:1-17)
Introduction Carrie and I recently watched Murder on the Orient Express. I’m sure Agitha Christie’s novel was better, but it had a pretty unbelievable ending that perfectly wrapped up every loose end. Unfortunately, the Preacher won’t be doing that for us in Ecclesiastes… We will be left with the same challenges. But struggling teaches us to trust in God even when we don’t have the answers. The benefits of wisdom are often paradoxical (funerals > birthdays). Wisdom limited (7:27-28). Read…
Number Our Days – Pt. 2 (Psalm 90)
Introduction Never resolved: “I hope to spend less time in prayer…” Hengstenberg There are scarcely ten in ten thousand moved by these things as they ought to be. Read Psalm 90 Our Shelter (1-2) God’s eternal affection despite our fickleness. The “dwelling place” all generations. Our Judge (3-11) Our Help (12-17) Teach Us and Have Pity On Us (12-13) Satisfy Us and Gladden Us (14-15) Illuminate Us and Favor Us (16-17) Our Judge (3-11) 3-4 Spurgeon, “God resolves and man…
Number Our Days – Pt. 1 (Psalm 90)
Introduction Historically preached at end of the year. Church of England (19c) read this at funerals. Moses probably prayed this for Israel near the end of his life. He looked out across the Dead Sea at the Promised Land that would be divided among the twelve tribes. Appreciating the hills, valleys, and vegetation, he meditated upon the sovereignty and justice of God. Read Psalm 90 He likely prayed this prayer before the people, warning and encouraging the next generation to…
The Word Became Flesh (John 1:14-18)
Introduction When decorations and trinkets trivialize the image of Jesus, it’s just as important now, as it ever was in history, that we seriously consider who this child truly was – and is. Read John 1:1-18 Dorothy Sayers We may call that doctrine exhilarating or we may call it devastating; we may call it revelation or we may call it rubbish; but if we call it dull then words have no meaning at all. Only those without a spiritual pulse…