Sermons on A Proper 23:

The Importance Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Rich O' Toole on Aug 1, 2023

After the cleansing of the Temple, Jesus teaches the Disciples about Forgiveness

The Importance of Forgiveness Mark 11:25-33, Matthew 18:23-34 Good morning. Doctor Karen Swartz of Johns Hopkins Hospital, said about unforgiveness, “There is a physical burden to being hurt and disappointed, Chronic anger puts you into a fight-or-flight mode, which results in numerous changes ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:25-33, Matthew 18:23-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tearing Down Walls Series

Contributed by Ryan Johnson on Apr 25, 2002

A message against judgmental attitudes that keep your church from growing!

Breaking Down Walls John 4:1-26 One of my favorite quotes is from Bill Hybels, the cutting edge pastor from the largest church in America he says, “We have never locked eyes with someone that did not matter to God” He is saying that all people regardless of race, social class or background… ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mind Control 2 Series

Contributed by Clyde White on Jan 31, 2006

Almost any Spiritual action can be imitated by the energy of the flesh, or the control of the mind OR by demons. Therefore, we must be very careful to make sure that what we attribute to God is not, at its best carnal or at its worst demonic.

It is important to be alert to false doctrine, at all times. It is especially needful for a church that has "Systematic Teaching" as its foundation to be on high alert. False doctrine allowed to go unchecked can and often will destroy a Bible teaching church. Almost any Spiritual action can be ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-5

Now That You Know The Truth - What Are You Going To Do

Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Jun 23, 2004

The purpose of the Epistle is to combat errors in the church and to show that believers have everything they need in Christ.

Now That You Know the Truth - WHAT YOU GONNA DO “What Christians Should Do” Colossians 3:1-11 Introduction The purpose of the Epistle is to combat errors in the church and to show that believers have everything they need in Christ. You see … the church had been infiltrated by religious ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Way Up Is The Way Down Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 8, 2005

Many people want to see changes taking place in their lives. The usual prescription given today is, "Just try harder!" But that doesn’t produce true, genuine, lasting life-transformation. In James 4:6-10 James teaches how God changes a person.

Scripture I once read a Peanuts comic strip where Lucy told Charlie Brown that she would hold the football for him to kick. But when he ran up to kick the ball, she pulled it away. Charlie Brown went flying through the air and fell flat on his back. Well, one day Lucy went up to Charlie Brown and ...read more

Scripture: James 4:6-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Building A Better Body Series

Contributed by Joseph Stapleton on Feb 12, 2009

Part 1 of a 6 part series on Building a Better body, church building.

BETTER BODY BUILDING INTRO part 1 Can you believe that we are headed for the holiday season already? Very soon we will be looking at celebrating Thanksgiving and Christmas and it will be another new year. I am praying that 2009 will be a year when we see great growth and decisions as we have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Spirit Led Life Is The Only Life Series

Contributed by Leslie Tarlton on Jan 19, 2014

Seeing Christ ministry as a pattern for us to follow

The Spirit Led Life is the Only Life. Matthew 4:1 – 11 May 24, 2009 Pray: Father, We come to you as children needing guidance, encouragement, and help. You have provided the Bible, Your living Word, Your Holy Spirit, Pray, and Each other to go to for meeting our needs. The devil, Satan ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Investing Your Allotment Of Grace Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 15, 2018

Message 29 in our exposition of Romans exploring the command to invest the grace given each one in ministry.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Investing Your Allotment of Grace” I. Receive the gift of righteousness II. Apply the Gift of Righteousness III. Place of Israel in the God’s Plan of Salvation IV. Live the Gift of Righteousness A. Dedicate your body and soul to God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-19

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Straight From The Heart Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 23, 2017

In this sermon, we cover the first eleven verses of Philippians 1 and we learn about the importance of learning to communicate appropriately words of appreciation, love and encouragement.

Introduction: A. Once there was an old blacksmith who was nearing retirement and so he picked out a young man to train as his apprentice. 1. The old blacksmith was rather gruff and exacting – He said to the young man, “Don’t ask me a lot of questions, just do whatever I tell you to do.” 2. One day ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Disciple, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Apr 17, 2016

Once we believe in Jesus, we are saved from sin and become children of God. But believing is just the beginning of God’s plan. God wants us to become DISCIPLES. In Luke 14, Jesus teaches us three tests of discipleship.

Names for the People of God: “Disciple” (Part 1) Series: Names for God’s People Chuck Sligh April 17, 2016 NOTE: A slide presentation is available for this sermon upon request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. BIBLE READING: Luke 14:25-33 TEXT: Turn to Luke 14 (Will be read throughout ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Baptist

God's Mighty Hand Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 1, 2018

if you want to move forward to fulfill God's calling on your life, remember God’s miracle; rely on God’s help; and revere God’s power.

Have you ever lost your car in a crowded parking lot, forgetting where you parked it? It’s frustrating, but not near as frustrating as it was for a man in Frankfurt, Germany, who just last year (2017) found his car after forgetting where he parked it 20 years before that. The man, now 76-years-old, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 4:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical Free

An Exposition Of 1 Peter, Part 13: The Christian And Governmental Authority

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 18, 2022

What can Peter teach us about how to live the Christian life when the government persecutes us?

The Christian and Governmental Authority 1 Peter 2:13-17 Introduction In the USA, where I live, there is no more odious word in the English language than “submission.” No one here wants to submit. They don’t want to submit to government. They don’t want to submit to their boss. Women don’t want ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

One Said Thanks

Contributed by Michael Fogaras on Nov 29, 2003

Of the ten lepers that were healed only one came back to say thanks.

ONE SAID THANKS LUKE 17:12-19 INTRODUCTION: Last Thursday many of us celebrated Thanksgiving with loved ones. We ate our Thanksgiving meal, watched a little football on the television, had some more to eat, laughed with friends and family, had dessert and then called it a day when your belt ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:12-19

Denomination: Pentecostal

What You Should Expect From Your Pastor

Contributed by Alan Balatbat on May 25, 2004

As God have expectations for pastor that church should also.

What you should expect from your Pastor? 1 Peter 5:1-4 1.Peter the Apostle (v.1) Therefore, I exhort the elders among you, as your fellow elder and witness of the sufferings of Christ, and a partaker also of the glory that is to be revealed, A. He was an Elder (v.1a) „Ã Writing to the elders, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Worship That Works

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Jun 22, 2003

Second Sunday after Pentecost: What is worship that is real and authentic? We look at Jesus’ teachings about this to learn how to honor God in worship.

The Bible describes perfect worship. It occurs around the throne of God. That is a place where there is no pain, or sadness; A place where no sun or moon are needed because God is there to provide light and warmth; A place where the chaos and all that disturbs is replaced by the perfect peace. It ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:23-28, Matthew 4:1-25

Denomination: Lutheran