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  • Abuses At The Lord's Supper Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 13, 2011
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,254 views

    In today's lesson we learn that proper Christian worship calls us to honor Christ and one another at the Lord's Supper.

    Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is the issue of proper Christian worship. Let’s learn about that in a message I am calling, “Abuses at the ...read more

  • "Breaking The Cycle Of Abuse" Series

    Contributed by David Henderson on May 9, 2017
     | 5,998 views

    there are 3 rules in every dysfunctional family. In this message, I will describe them and describe how families can change.

    FAMILY MATTERS “Breaking the Cycle of Abuse” Numbers 14:18 and 2nd Corinthians 5:17 “The LORD is slow to anger and filled with unfailing love, forgiving every kind of sin and rebellion. But he does not excuse the guilty. He lays the sins of the parents upon their children; the entire family is ...read more

  • The Abuse And Mockery Of Christ

    Contributed by David Mende on Apr 16, 2019
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,979 views

    Though Jesus was mocked for claiming to be the King of the Jews, he is truly the King of kings and the Lord of lords and he is worthy to be worshipped as such. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

    Introduction The term ‘war crimes’ refer to the crimes that violate the laws of war. Examples of war crimes include the willful killing of civilians or prisoners, torture, taking hostages, rape, sexual slavery, using child soldiers, etc. In 1474, the Roman Empire held the first international war ...read more

  • The Use And Abuse Of Money

    Contributed by David Zachrich on Aug 25, 2022
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,386 views

    We want our faith to be strong, certain, clear, constant. It is our prayer and fondest wish. But, sadly, faith sometimes seems weak, uncertain, cloudy, and intermittent. Why?

    Luke 16:1-15 The Use and Abuse of Money Friends in Christ, We want our faith to be strong, certain, clear, constant. It is our prayer and fondest wish. But, sadly, faith sometimes seems weak, uncertain, cloudy, and intermittent. Why? In his Gospel, St. Luke writes in chapter 15 about two ...read more

  • Struggle Of Love With The Powers Of Darkness Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 28, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,068 views

    In the world we struggle with darkness, but we have the power of God's love, expressed in the Incarnate Word, on our side, and the victory is already won.

    Monday in the Octave of Christmas 2012 Gaudium et Spes “The Word became flesh, and pitched his tent among us.” This literal translation of the words of John’s hymn to the Logos, the Word of God, sums up the Good News we celebrated this year as we celebrate it in every year. As ...read more

  • The Truth About Power Series

    Contributed by Vance Elzinga on Jun 22, 2007
    based on 11 ratings
     | 2,351 views

    We all crave power, admit it or not; so how can we make sure we don’t abuse it?

    The Truth About Power – Micah (6.8 key vs) Main Idea: We’re to use power, not usurp it. Like Jesus, our Glorious One! INTRO What’s the truth about power? We all have trouble with power, even when we feel powerless. Motorcycle stuck in sand illustration… freedom, grounded. You [Need] We all ...read more

  • How To Identify An Abuser Of Authority

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 3, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 2,756 views

    Let us identify twenty of the characteristics of abusers of the truth, their positions of authority and their opportunities

    How to Identify an Abuser of Authority (2 Cor 11:12-20) "I would die before taking your money. I’m giving nobody grounds for lumping me in with those money grubbing preachers vaunting themselves as something special. They’re a sorry bunch - pseudo apostles, lying preachers, crooked workers - ...read more

  • How Jesus Responded To Abuse

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 28, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,715 views

    On the cross Jesus was mocked, insulted, abused. His response was only to offer forgiveness. We must learn from this.

    “He saved others; let him save himself if he is the Christ of God, the chosen One” (23:35). “If you are the King of the Jews; save yourself” (23:37). “Aren’t you the Christ? Save yourself and us” (23:39)! When I’m watching a football match I can’t bear to hear ‘supporters’ shouting negativity, ...read more

  • Sixteen Ways To Identify Abuse

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 15, 2004
    based on 36 ratings
     | 2,203 views

    Ask the Lord to help people respond to the Spirit’s conviction whenever they fall into the following traps that manifest the corrosive effects of abuse in relationships and ministries

    Sixteen Ways to Identify Abuse (John 16:7-16:9) Illustration:Oh, how great is Your goodness, which You . . . have prepared for those who trust in You. --Psalm 31:19 Renee still believed in God’s existence, but for many years she didn’t trust Him. And no wonder! As a small child, she had been ...read more

  • We Do Not Submit To Abuse

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 23, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 4,510 views

    Wives are not called to be slaves, and husbands have no business being bullies. Insecurity drives controlling behavior, which can lead to abuse.

    “We do not submit to abuse” I Peter 3:1-8 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. By this time tomorrow, nearly 6,000 women will be victims of domestic violence. As a spiritual community we are called to respond. ...read more

  • How To Respond To Abusive Leaders

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 24 ratings
     | 2,564 views

    Truth always hurts. Truth also humbles its hearers. Speakers of the truth should be prepared to respond with love to those who abuse them with wisdom, grace and skillful scriptural defense. Peter and John were unjustly arrested because they spoke, preache

    1. Truth always hurts. Truth also humbles its hearers. Speakers of the truth should be prepared to respond with love to those who abuse them with wisdom, grace and skillful scriptural defense. Peter and John were unjustly arrested because they spoke, preached and taught the truth. Abusive ...read more

  • Abused And Used But Not Used Up

    Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 3, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,861 views

    We must determine that the children with whom we are surrounded are God’s gift and God’s assignment for us, no matter how difficult or inconvenient they are.

    I received a letter the other day from someone very close to me. His letter was written hurriedly, because I had written him asking some questions. He felt he needed to answer those right away. He had a conviction he wanted me to hear immediately. I had asked him if he was going to leave his ...read more

  • What About Hypocrisy And Abuse? Series

    Contributed by Brad Bailey on Jul 11, 2023
     | 1,244 views

    What About Hypocrisy and Abuse? Series: The Deconstruction Zone: Navigating Doubts and Difficulties Brad Bailey – July 9, 2023

    What About Hypocrisy and Abuse? Series: The Deconstruction Zone: Navigating Doubts and Difficulties Brad Bailey – July 9, 2023 Summary: Engaging the issue of hypocrisy and abuse by Christian leaders which effects the decision of many to leave church or their faith. What do we do when those ...read more

  • The Biblical Stance On Abuse In Marriage Series

    Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 7, 2024
    based on 1 rating
     | 23 views

    The Bible explicitly condemns abuse in all its forms.

    God's design for marriage is one of mutual love, respect, and submission. However, some marriages are marred by abuse, which is a stark contradiction to God's intentions. In this sermon , we'll explore the biblical stance on abuse in marriage and the consequences for abusive ...read more

  • The Abuse Of Liberty Leads To Bondage

    Contributed by Tim Gresham on Jan 21, 2004
    based on 68 ratings
     | 9,655 views

    When Christian liberty is abused, it leads to bondage to sin. In a practical way, when our society abuses liberty, it leads to bondage

    The Abuse of Liberty Leads to Bondage by Pastor Tim Gresham Text: John 8:31-32 Freedom – A state of exemption from the power or control of another; liberty; exemption from slavery, servitude or confinement. Freedom is personal, civil, political, and religious. Liberty – 1. Freedom from ...read more

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