14 sermons preach from Luke 7 in real church libraries — each one transcribed, summarized, and indexed to the verse. Jump to the exact moment a verse is quoted, or open the full sermon.
“Soon afterwards, Jesus went to a town called Nain... he said, 'Young man, I say to you, get up' and Jesus gave him back to his mother.”
“Luke had just concluded with the account of the Centurion's servant in Capernaum, where at his word alone the servant was healed from a distance.”
A Bible study exposition of Luke 7:11–15 teaching that Jesus meets people at their lowest moments, sees the person before the problem, and by compassionate authority brings resurrection and restoration — both literal and spiritual — pointing to his greater victory over death.
“Reference to "Jesus healing the centurion servant in Capernaum in Luke 7, 1 through 10."”
A Bible study on the widow of Nain (Luke 7:11–17) highlighting Jesus' compassion, divine appointments, and his power to restore life and relationships. The sermon emphasizes that Jesus sees the person before the problem, touches what others avoid, and offers resurrection hope that points to his ultimate victory over death.
“Paraphrase of the centurion who loved the Jewish nation, built a synagogue, and whose servant was healed by Jesus without Him entering the house because of the centurion's faith.”
Sermon teaching on the condition of the world across three eras—past, present, and future—calling Christians to recognize signs of moral and spiritual decline, to be prepared for the coming tribulation and rapture, and to ensure salvation through the full gospel (Christ's death, burial and resurrection), repentance, baptism in Jesus' name, and receiving the Holy Spirit.
“And a certain centurion's servant, who was dear to him, was sick and ready to die. So when he heard about Jesus, he sent elders of the Jews to him, pleading with him to come and heal his servant.”
Sermon teaching on the condition of the world across three eras—past, present, and future—calling Christians to recognize signs of moral and spiritual decline, to be prepared for the coming tribulation and rapture, and to ensure salvation through the full gospel (Christ's death, burial and resurrection), repentance, baptism in Jesus' name, and receiving the Holy Spirit.
“Reference to the centurion in Luke 7:9 — the centurion approached the Lord and spoke, 'say the word.'”
A Bible study on Blind Bartimaeus that examines causes and effects of physical blindness, narrates Bartimaeus's persistent plea for mercy and healing, and applies the story to spiritual blindness and the gospel response of faith, repentance, baptism, and receiving the Holy Spirit.
“He said, 'Young man, I say to you, get up.' The dead man sat up and Jesus gave him back to his mother.”
A Bible study teaching that God is compassionate and calls the church to be known for active compassion. Using Jesus’ ministry and the Good Samaritan story, Paul Osteen explains that compassion moves from feeling to action, urging believers to keep hearts soft, be sensitive to the Spirit, and use whatever they have to meet needs around them.
““This miracle sets in motion a series of miracles... Jesus is on his way into a city... There's a funeral procession coming out of the city and Jesus stops the funeral procession and the Bible says he lays his hand on the casket and the little boy.””
A sermon using the Jairus story to teach that God's timing often requires patient, persistent faith: God may delay even when it's 'your turn,' but He is present, able, and working—so trust, stay, and measure struggles by the strength of the Savior.
“Reading Luke 7:11-17 (ESV) — the raising of the widow's son: 'Soon afterward he went to a town called Nain... he came up and touched the bier... Young man, I say to you, arise,' and the dead man sat up; 'this report about him spread through the whole of Judea.'”
A Bible study exposition of Luke 7:11–15 teaching that Jesus meets people at their lowest moments, sees the person before the problem, and by compassionate authority brings resurrection and restoration — both literal and spiritual — pointing to his greater victory over death.
“Soon afterwards, Jesus went to a town called Nain... he said, 'Young man, I say to you, get up' and Jesus gave him back to his mother.”
A Bible study on the widow of Nain (Luke 7:11–17) highlighting Jesus' compassion, divine appointments, and his power to restore life and relationships. The sermon emphasizes that Jesus sees the person before the problem, touches what others avoid, and offers resurrection hope that points to his ultimate victory over death.
“Soon afterward, Jesus went to a town called Nan... As he approached the town gate, a dead person was being carried out... he said, 'Young man, I say to you, get up' — the dead man sat up and began to talk and Jesus gave him back to his mother.”
A multi‑speaker licensing service in which five new preachers preached brief sermons on trusting God in hardship, being kept by God, rejoicing through trials, standing against spiritual darkness, and serving the least of these. The event combined worship, prayer, commissioning, and practical calls to faith, endurance, spiritual authority, and compassionate ministry.
“Jesus went down to Nain where a widow's only son was being carried out; when the Lord saw her he had compassion, told her 'Don't cry,' and raised the young man.”
A Bible study teaching that God is compassionate and calls the church to be known for active compassion. Using Jesus’ ministry and the Good Samaritan story, Paul Osteen explains that compassion moves from feeling to action, urging believers to keep hearts soft, be sensitive to the Spirit, and use whatever they have to meet needs around them.
““And when the Lord saw her he had compassion on her and he said unto her weep not.” (reference to the widow in Luke 7)”
A multi‑speaker licensing service in which five new preachers preached brief sermons on trusting God in hardship, being kept by God, rejoicing through trials, standing against spiritual darkness, and serving the least of these. The event combined worship, prayer, commissioning, and practical calls to faith, endurance, spiritual authority, and compassionate ministry.
“Jesus tells the widow, "Do not weep," and "he came up and touched the bier."”
A Bible study exposition of Luke 7:11–15 teaching that Jesus meets people at their lowest moments, sees the person before the problem, and by compassionate authority brings resurrection and restoration — both literal and spiritual — pointing to his greater victory over death.
““And when the Lord saw her.” (Jesus sees her before he sees her problem; he has compassion.)”
A Bible study on the widow of Nain (Luke 7:11–17) highlighting Jesus' compassion, divine appointments, and his power to restore life and relationships. The sermon emphasizes that Jesus sees the person before the problem, touches what others avoid, and offers resurrection hope that points to his ultimate victory over death.
“He told her not to weep (speaking of when Jesus met the grieving woman).”
A multi‑speaker licensing service in which five new preachers preached brief sermons on trusting God in hardship, being kept by God, rejoicing through trials, standing against spiritual darkness, and serving the least of these. The event combined worship, prayer, commissioning, and practical calls to faith, endurance, spiritual authority, and compassionate ministry.
“"Young man, I say to you, rise"; and "the dead man sat up and began to speak, and Jesus gave him to his mother."”
A Bible study exposition of Luke 7:11–15 teaching that Jesus meets people at their lowest moments, sees the person before the problem, and by compassionate authority brings resurrection and restoration — both literal and spiritual — pointing to his greater victory over death.
“'Young man, I say to you, arise' — the dead man sat up and they glorified God; 'a great prophet has risen among us and God has visited his people.'”
A Bible study exposition of Luke 7:11–15 teaching that Jesus meets people at their lowest moments, sees the person before the problem, and by compassionate authority brings resurrection and restoration — both literal and spiritual — pointing to his greater victory over death.
“And when he came and touched the bier, and they that bare him stood still; and he said, 'Young man, I say unto thee, arise.'”
A multi‑speaker licensing service in which five new preachers preached brief sermons on trusting God in hardship, being kept by God, rejoicing through trials, standing against spiritual darkness, and serving the least of these. The event combined worship, prayer, commissioning, and practical calls to faith, endurance, spiritual authority, and compassionate ministry.
“"The dead man sat up and began to speak, and Jesus gave him to his mother"; then verse 16 records, "fear seized them all, and they glorified God."”
A Bible study exposition of Luke 7:11–15 teaching that Jesus meets people at their lowest moments, sees the person before the problem, and by compassionate authority brings resurrection and restoration — both literal and spiritual — pointing to his greater victory over death.
“The dead man sat up and he began to speak; Jesus gave him to his mother.”
A Bible study on the widow of Nain (Luke 7:11–17) highlighting Jesus' compassion, divine appointments, and his power to restore life and relationships. The sermon emphasizes that Jesus sees the person before the problem, touches what others avoid, and offers resurrection hope that points to his ultimate victory over death.
“A great prophet has arisen in our midst, and God has visited his people.”
A Wednesday Mass honoring the Dedication of the Basilica of St. Mary Major. Readings highlight God’s steadfast, restorative love (Jeremiah) and the Gospel account of the Canaanite woman whose persistent, motherly faith wins Jesus’ healing. The homily connects the basilica’s story and Mary’s example to three invitations: reflect on how a mother’s love shaped your life, how it lifts you up, and how it remains steadfast even when rejected. The liturgy emphasizes Eucharistic worship, prayer for the Church and the dead, and a call to echo Mary’s ‘yes.’
“Fear ceased them all and they glorified God: 'A great prophet has risen among us and has visited his people.'”
A Bible study on the widow of Nain (Luke 7:11–17) highlighting Jesus' compassion, divine appointments, and his power to restore life and relationships. The sermon emphasizes that Jesus sees the person before the problem, touches what others avoid, and offers resurrection hope that points to his ultimate victory over death.
“Jesus told John's messengers to report the miracles: the blind see, the lame walk, the deaf hear, the dead are raised and the good news is preached.”
A Sunday teaching on spiritual gifts and manifestation: believers are called to cooperate with the Holy Spirit to manifest God’s power with humility, order, and unity; practical ministry updates and invitations (baptism, giving, convocation, leadership transitions) accompany the message.
“And he answered them, 'Go and tell John what you have seen and heard.'”
Pastor Eddie Vargas preaches a Christmas message centered on restoration through Jesus, describing three defining miracles—the incarnation (God becoming human), the miracles of Jesus' ministry, and the gospel of salvation. He emphasizes grace, surrender, and that Jesus continues to bring healing and restoration today, includes personal testimonies from congregants, leads a call to repentance and faith, and closes with communion, candle lighting, and a community-centered tradition.
“The woman in Luke chapter 7, when Jesus is eating with a Pharisee, the sinful woman comes in.”
The sermon teaches that shame is a core human wound—both psychological and social—and that Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection uniquely remove shame by restoring dignity and belonging. Practical freedom comes not from self-help or moralism alone but from encountering the gospel, receiving mercy, practicing confession and community, and participating in the church’s sacraments.
“be like the woman with the alabaster box and just to worship and lose it”
A Sunday worship service focused on dynamic praise, declarations of healing and deliverance, communion and giving, followed by a sermon using David and Goliath to urge believers to confront giants with faith. Key themes: change your mindset (obstacles = opportunities), serve to access greatness, be authentic, use what’s already in your 'bag,' and receive a fresh anointing of might. Service ends with altar calls for salvation and for connecting to the church community.
“The one who's been forgiven much loves much (reference to the woman wiping his feet with her tears).”
A discussion of Acts 19 focusing on confession and repentance as a regular, healthy rhythm for Christian life. The hosts explore how public confession, community vulnerability, and forsaking rival comforts led to powerful spiritual renewal in Ephesus and offer practical guidance for overcoming shame, discerning idols, and practicing ongoing repentance.
“Therefore I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven, and her great love has shown. Whoever's been forgiven little, loves little.”
A Sunday regional service centered on the theme "Kingdom Dream": encouraging believers to dream for God's kingdom, to recover and renew dreams after hardship, and to persevere in those dreams. The service included worship, leadership transitions, communion focused on forgiveness, a teaching exhortation to evangelize broadly, testimonies, baptisms, and a call to generous giving for missions.
Every reference on this page was extracted from the transcript of a real sermon in a public Sermon Mind church library. Quotes reflect each preacher’s own reading of the text.