We often evaluate preachers and sermons for faithfulness, but when was the last time we asked how well we listen? In the parable of the Sower (or parable of the four soils), Jesus is concerned about how well his hearers listen to the preached word of God.
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Sermons by Michael Prodigalidad (Page 3)
We are surrounded by constant worries about this life – family, finances and the future. Jesus reminds us of the reality of God’s character of one who provides and omniscience. Rather than worry about own kingdom concerns, our Lord focuses our hearts and minds on His everlasting Kingdom.
We live in a world that can be quick to accept accusations and draw quick conclusions. In this passage, we see how the scribes falsely accuse Jesus, our Lord’s rebuttal and finally Jesus’ warning about blaspheming the Holy Spirit.
We follow all sorts of things: teams, celebrities and personalities. In this message, we see what following Jesus looks like.
These passages are confusing for modern readers as few today have a biblical understanding about the sabbath. We will see that the sabbath is a gift of God for His creatures, so that they may physically rest and worship weekly and that they may look to Christ as their ultimate rest.
As Jesus is asked why his disciples don’t fast, he responds by teaching about a Bridegroom, sewing and winemaking. These lessons remind us that Jesus has come to bring something better than the old, and it is worth celebrating.
If you could invite three famous guests for dinner, who would they be? Why would you invite them over others? In this passage, Jesus has a meal with tax collectors and sinners and confuses the scribes and Pharisees who watch on. Why does Jesus eat with the rejected and despised in society? What does it…
Jesus moves from a triumphal phase on ministry to encounter growing opposition. As he heals a paralytic man, people begin to question the identity and authority of the Son of Man – who is Jesus? The passage also challenges us as to what type of friends we truly are.
Leprosy is an awful skin condition but the worst effect is not physical. The contagious nature of leprosy required isolation, banishment from community resulting in social exclusion and loneliness. Jesus’ interaction with this leper reminds us that we are never alone and he is prepared to deal with sin, which is the ultimate cause of…