Sermons on Luke 18:9-13: showing 16-30 of 344

The Deacon And The Drunkard

Contributed by Robert Warren on Nov 29, 2001

Based on the Pharisee and the publican, this sermon urges us to not judge but find our righteousness in God’s eyes.

"The Deacon and the Drunkard" Luke 18:9-14 October 28th, 2001 Robert Warren Luke 18:9-14: To some who were confident of their own righteousness and looked down on everybody else, Jesus told this parable: "Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Escape

Contributed by David Lansdown on Jun 7, 2002

Harry Houdini teaches us some fantastic truths!

THE GREAT ESCAPE! INTRODUCTION One of my greatest joys as a pastor is helping people celebrate milestones as they grow in their faith in God. Penny thank you for allowing me to be involved in this special, sacred event. I trust that from today on you will know an added intimacy in your walk with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:8-14, Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Other Brother

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Jun 23, 2002

Gaurding Against Self Righteousness

I. Last week I preached about the story of the loving Father who had a prodigal son. A. His son demanded what he had coming in terms of an inheritance, and hit the road. B. He went away and lived a life that went against everything that his father had ever stood for. The NIV version of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32, Luke 18:10

Denomination: Baptist

And Then Some!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 2, 2002

James Byrnes, Sec’y of State under FDR, said that the difference between successful people & average people can be summed up in 3 words, "and then some." He said, "Average people do what is expected. Successful people do what is expected, & then some."

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH BROWNSVILLE, TX A. When we read the Bible, one of the things that has to impress us is that God is often calling upon His people to do things they normally couldn’t do by themselves, but that they can do with His help. God is always saying, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do You Suffer From Comparisonitis?

Contributed by Ronald Crandall on Jan 7, 2003

I don’t think that comparisionitis is actually a word, but boy did my congregation listen to it. Because we all have the tendcy to compare ourselves to someone or something. In this message we look at danger of the deadly disease I call "Comparisionitis"!

DO YOU SUFFER FROM “COMPARISONITIS”? By: Pastor Ron Crandall INTRO: All of us have a dislike for diseases or illness’ or something that is like a destructive process in an organism. We do not like suffering, We do not like the bearing of pain or distress. When we have a deficiency in an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3, Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dealing With Pride

Contributed by Lynn Floyd on Aug 17, 2002

I talk about what pride is, how God feels about it, and what to do about it in our lives.

Dealing With Pride Intro: A minister received a Christmas card with a note in it from a lady in his congregation. He said she was very complimentary about his preaching, & compared him with Billy Graham. She finished by writing, "I think you are one of the really great preachers of all time." ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-13

Denomination: Baptist

Pharisee: The Presumptuous Prayer Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Aug 27, 2002

"Just look at me Lord"

PHARISEE THE PRESUMPTUOUS PRAYER “Just look at me, Lord.” Date: August 11, 2002 Place: Allendale Baptist Church Text: Luke 18:9-14 Introduction I would like to continue in our Sunday night theme Prayers that made a difference. Tonight we will look at a parable of two men, two prayers and two ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Humble And Proud Of It-Pride

Contributed by John Gullick on Aug 27, 2002

A sermon that takes a look at the problem with pride. uses a numonic Pretty Reliable (way of) Imitating (the)Devils Ego.

Humble and proud of it!! LK 18:9 To some who were confident of their own righteousness and looked down on everybody else, Jesus told this parable: 10 "Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. 11 The Pharisee stood up and prayed about himself: `God, I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:8-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Real Followers Are Completely Honest With God Series

Contributed by Eric Snyder on Jan 21, 2002

the 3rd of a real followers series based on Mike Slaughter’s book

Real Followers are completely Honest with God, Luke 18:9-14 Eric A. Snyder, Minister, Farwell Church of Christ January 20, 2002 Two men worked on a large ocean-going vessel. One day the mate, who normally did not drink, became intoxicated. The captain, who hated him, entered in the daily log: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Lent? (For Ash Wednesday)

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jan 24, 2002

Should you give up something for Lent? A Lenten attitude what Jesus really wants us to give up.

Luke 18:9-14 “WHAT IS LENT?” (Ash Wednesday sermon) “There’s nothing wrong with me,” the man says. “But sir, you’ve just been in a terrible car accident. You’re bleeding and have some deep bruises. There may be internal damage!” “There’s nothing wrong with me!” “At least have a doctor check ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, Luke 18:9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Pharisee And The Tax Collector Or The Pastor And Irs Agent Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Feb 7, 2002

Jesus told a story in Luke’s Gospel to teach us about the irony of God’s righteousness and man’s sinfulness.

INTRODUCTION Sermonic Theme Opening Statement: There are many literary forms used in the Bible. There is poetry, proverb, legal document, dramatic narrative, hymn, sermon, theological treatise, personal letter, and apocalyptic vision. And sprinkled into all of these genres are figures of speech ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Two Prayers, Two Gods

Contributed by Gordan Runyan on Feb 11, 2002

Have you noticed that the men in Christ’s parable pray to two different deities?

Two Prayers, Two Gods Luke 18:9-14 V9. Look who the parable is spoken to. Not a good crowd. - I’m not aiming at anybody. My desire is to simply examine what Jesus said and what it can mean to us. v.9 Trusted in themselves that they were righteous - This the whole problem with the Jews and the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Who Is And Who Is Not Welcomed By God Series

Contributed by Larry Sarver on Sep 12, 2002

A teaching message on Luke 18:9-14.

Luke Series #79 September 15, 2002 Title: Who is and Who is Not Welcomed by God Email: pastorsarver@yahoo.com <mailto:pastorsarver@yahoo.com> Website: www.newlifeinchrist.info <http://www.newlifeinchrist.info> Introduction: Welcome to New Life in Christ. This morning we are in Chapter 18 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming A Positive Self Image

Contributed by Tim Bond on Sep 14, 2002

Sometimes the challenge human beings face is overcoming their own pride.

Read Text: Luke 18:9-14 It has been one of the watch words of the past 10+ years. All sorts of societal ills have been blamed on the tendency of people to consider themselves more soberly than they ought. We’ve heard the catch-phrases, low self-esteem, a poor self-image. I have heard statistics ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Two Sinners At Church

Contributed by Stephen Boldin on Sep 20, 2002

The story of the Pharisee and the publican is the story of two great sinner.

The story of the Pharisee and the publican is the story of two great sinners. One knew he was a sinner and acknowledges it before God. The other knew not that he was a sinner and boasted of his righteousness. Yonder are these two men going to the temple. One goes down to the front pew, (he must ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist