Sermons on Abide Without Offense:

Christmas Without Christ!

Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Nov 13, 2024

So, can we look beyond the way Christmas is celebrated today, and find any real meaning, any message for our lives today?

It is November…. just a month away from Christmas…As the days go by, everyone irrespective of religion gets impatient to get into the Christmas Eve. Special lights decorate many houses, shops, town centres and malls along with shiny decorations, and huge advertising boards of promotional season ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14, Matthew 1:21, 1 John 3:5, Colossians 2:9-10, John 3:16, Isaiah 9:6-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Religion Without Relationship Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 29, 2025

Without God’s Word, people create their own religion.

RELIGION WITHOUT RELATIONSHIP By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Judges 17 Key Verse: Judges 17:5–6 –“And the man Micah had an house of gods, and made an ephod, and teraphim, and consecrated one of his sons, who became his priest. In those days there was no king in Israel, but every man did that ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Scheming Without A Schematic Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 17, 2025

When human design collapses, God’s blueprint restores; the Divine Draftsman rebuilds lives and cultures through grace, purpose, and renewed imagination.

(Finding the Blueprint Again) --- 1. The Great Design Problem We live in a world obsessed with building things—apps, ideologies, identities, futures. Every headline feels like a pitch deck: Here’s how to fix the world. Our confidence is architectural; we assume that with enough data, diversity, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1, Genesis 11:1-9, Colossians 1:16-17, Ephesians 2:10, Proverbs 3:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Confidence Without Conceit Series

Contributed by Don Campbell on Oct 23, 2025

This is the 10th sermon in the series.

CONFIDENCE WITHOUT CONCEIT PSALM 119:73-80 INTRODUCTION A. Conceit is sometimes mistaken for confidence, and confidence is mistaken for conceit. The key to distinguishing one from the other is in the word trust.” B. The parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector was directed at those who ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:73-80

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Christmas Without Jesus”

Contributed by Saumiman Saud on Dec 5, 2025

When we are invited to a birthday party, it is natural that all attention focuses on the person whose birthday it is.

“Christmas Without Jesus” By Rev. Saumiman Saud (Luke 2:8–14; John 21:25) When we are invited to a birthday party, it is natural that all attention focuses on the person whose birthday it is. The celebrant is greeted, given gifts, hugged, spoken to, photographed—everything centers on that person. ...read more

Scripture: John 21:25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Holy Spirit Produces The Assurance Of Abiding

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

a. Proposition Stated (:13) 1) Introductory formula 2) Concept of Mutual Abiding 3) Products of the Holy Spirit b.

a. Proposition Stated (:13) 1) Introductory formula 2) Concept of Mutual Abiding 3) Products of the Holy Spirit b. The Holy Spirit Inspired the Testimony of the Apostles which is the Basis for Faith and Love (:14) 1) The testimony of the apostles is based on historical fact 2) The signif. of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:13-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Abide In Christ's Love

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 4, 2021

We often think of love as the number one rule of a Christian life. But, does Jesus place a different emphasis on it than many may think? Purpose: Let’s discover Jesus’ different emphasis on love. Plan: Let’s note Jesus' words in John 15:9-17.

Prelude We often think of love as the number one rule of a Christian life. But, Jesus places a different emphasis on it than many may think? Purpose: Let’s discover Jesus’ different emphasis on love. Plan: Let’s note Jesus' words in John 15:9-17. Abide in My Love John 15:9 “As the Father ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Baptist

Who Shall Abide In Thy Tabernacle? Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 14, 2024

who shall abide in thy tabernacle?

Psalms 15:1- 5 who shall abide in thy tabernacle? I. HIS CONDUCT i. His Walk - 2 He that walketh uprightly, ii. His Work - and worketh righteousness iii. His Word - and speaketh the truth in his heart. II. HIS COMMUNICATION - 3 He that backbiteth not with his tongue, nor doeth evil to his ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

The Reason Some People Are Offended By Christ

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 14, 2012

The Bible tells us about the reason some people are offended by Christ. People often say that they are offended by the message of Jesus Christ. There are four things in particular that we will look at tonight, four things in particular that offend peopl

Well it looks like we are going to finish chapter 6 of John before the end of the year. Tonight we see what the Bible tells us about the reason some people are offended by Christ. People often say that they are offended by the message of Jesus Christ. There are four things in particular that we ...read more

Scripture: John 6:59-71

Denomination: Baptist

Myth #3: I Could Never Forgive That Person Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jun 29, 2023

Forgiving other people is a highly personal subject - most of the things that we struggle with forgiving are painful.

Myths Christians Often Believe I COULD NEVER FORGIVE THAT PERSON Introduction Forgiving other people is a highly personal subject - most of the things that we struggle with forgiving are painful. We have likely heard stories of people who forgave someone who hurt them deeply and it captures our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15, Romans 12:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Regret Smashed. 2023!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jan 12, 2023

3 important truths about regret: Smash regret The spirit of offense Live free in Jesus.

Regret Smashed. 2023! Philippians 3:1-3NLT Perpetual New Year's resolution: Vow to do some of the things you’ve always wanted to do but couldn’t find the time. Call up a forgotten friend. Drop an old grudge, and replace it with some pleasant memories. Share a funny story with someone whose ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-3, James 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Reason Some People Are Offended By Christ Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 12, 2023

There are four things in particular that we will look at tonight, four things in particular that offend people.

Well, it looks like we are going to finish chapter 6 of John before the end of the year. Tonight, we see what the Bible tells us about the reason some people are offended by Christ. People often say that they are offended by the message of Jesus Christ. There are four things in particular that ...read more

Scripture: John 6:59-71

Denomination: Baptist

Title: Offended And Unforgiving — Nursing Grudges In Jesus’ Name - How Unforgiveness Poisons The Soul—and The Church Series

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Oct 12, 2025

“When you become offended, you take an idol from its shelf, put it on the throne of your heart, then you kneel before it and adore it.” — Paul David Tripp

Title: Offended and Unforgiving — Nursing Grudges in Jesus’ Name - How unforgiveness poisons the soul—and the church Text: Matthew 6:14-15 “ For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you, 15 but if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

You Are Not Alone Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 15, 2016

It is easy to focus on the struggles we face and lose faith. Our culture is rapidly changing, and we must be prepared to stand. Our only hope is abiding in Christ and in His Word.

Series: Saved, Settled, and Sanctified You are not Alone 1 Peter 1: 1-2 The first epistle of Peter provides great insight for the believer. In this letter, Peter provides great spiritual instruction regarding our relationship and security in the Lord, our daily walk with Christ, and the glorious ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Obedience Series

Contributed by Jimmy Seibert on Feb 23, 2015

We become what we behold. As we behold Jesus, our love for Him increases. With an increase in love comes an increased desire to obey. We find His promises and abundant life for us as we obey and walk closely with Jesus each day.

Amazed: Obedience Well, we’re going to continue on our series called Amazed, today, and today’s title is called, “Amazed at Obedience.” Didn’t get any “amens” – I mean come on now. Amazed at obedience, because it is a joy. I want to start by telling ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational