Sermons on Accepting Difference:

Amazing Grace: God The Son Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Oct 19, 2009

God’s grace is unmerited favor, an unearned gift of forgiveness in the midst of sin. God’s grace truly is like the professor’s offer. It may seem unbelievable, but if we accept it, then, we, too, will discover that, God’s grace truly is free. All we have

Amazing Grace: God the Son Galatians 1:3-5a, 13-16a Charles Stanley tells of one of his seminary professors who at the end of his evangelism course distributed the exam with the caution to read it all the way through before beginning to answer it. This caution was written on the exam as well. As ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:3-5

Denomination: Methodist

Admonish One Another Series

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 19, 2022

One anothering involves many things and some of them balance each other. In the last sermon, we explored accepting one another, and that command is balanced by today's "one another" which is admonish one another. It is so important for us to learn how to give and receive admonition.

Introduction: A. One day a man was seated at a table at an upscale restaurant. 1. The man proceeded to put his napkin in his collar like a bib. 2. The maître d´ called the waiter aside and said, “Try to make that man understand, as tactfully as possible, that the way he is wearing his ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17, Romans 15:14, Galatians 2:11-13, Proverbs 12:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

All In The Family – Sibling Rivalries Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Sep 20, 2007

ALL IN THE FAMILY – Sibling Rivalries Siblings are a gift to each other from God; siblings are different from each other; siblings learn to relate to God together, and sibling rivalry teaches us how to get along with other people.

• Genesis 4:1-9 (NIV) [1] Adam lay with his wife Eve, and she became pregnant and gave birth to Cain. She said, "With the help of the Lord I have brought forth a man." [2] Later she gave birth to his brother Abel. Now Abel kept flocks, and Cain worked the soil. [3] In the course of time ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Counting The Cost Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Mar 4, 2002

Jesus told these stories in Luke’s Gospel to teach us to count what it would cost us to fully follow Jesus and what it would cost us if we choose a different path.

INTRODUCTION Sermonic Theme Opening Statement: I came across a story this week that all the farmers will appreciate, especially Marvin Abplanalp. A hen and a pig approached a church and read the advertised sermon topic: “What can we do to help the poor?” Immediately the hen suggested they feed ...read more

The Footballer's Kiss Series

Contributed by Simon Rundell on Jan 19, 2001

When viewed from one angle, some things can look quite strange, but when viewed from another they can be quite different: as it is with the Mass. Given in a Young Offender’s Prison.

Given at HM Prison Moorlands, Doncaster, 20th August 2000 In the name of the +Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. There has been a bit of fuss and bother in the newspapers recently about goal celebrations. Have you seen it? Time was when a goal was scored there would be a polite round of ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-58

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Arise! Shine!

Contributed by Izak Shipman on Jan 10, 2003

A message about vision! What is your vision? I believe that this must be the vision for every church. They might say it different but it must be the same message!. In fact it must be the vision for every Child of God.

Arise! Shine! I’m going to share to you our Church Vision. I believe that this must be the vision for every church. They might say it different but it must be the same message!. In fact it must be the vision for every Child of God. Are you ready let’s go! Isaiah 60:1-5 Arise, shine; for thy ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trade In "Self-Life" For "Servant's Heart" Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Feb 8, 2005

Self-pleasing is the most natural human instinct there is -- we want to climb the ladder. But it will stifle your growth! If you want this year to be different, trade in that attitude for a servant’s heart. *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

Trade in “Self-Life” for “Servant’s Heart” “Son of man came not to be served, but to serve...” Life is essentially a series of trade-offs. . . everything plateaus when you’re unwilling to make the next trade-off. Brief REVEW OF - Trade in “Guilty Conscience” for “Guilt-free living”. . . - ...read more

Scripture: James 4:10

Denomination: Holiness

There Goes My Life

Contributed by Scott Sharpes on Dec 17, 2003

Ever felt like the song by Kenny Chesney, "There Goes My Life?" This sermon explores three different scenes in the life of Jesus where he brings hope for the past, the present and the future.

Title: There Goes My Life 12/21/03 Text: Mt. 1:18-25, Jn. 19:25-27 and Mt. 3:16-17, Jn. 3:16 A.M. Service Purpose: A Christmas sermon dealing with the aspect that there may come moments in life where we think we’ve thrown it all away. How does the Christmas story restore hope to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25, John 19:25-27

Denomination: Nazarene

Today Is The Day For Happiness

Contributed by David Haun on Dec 28, 2003

Sometimes, special day services can be difficult to preach. It’s like saying the same thing in different ways. This sermon, on giving thanks will fit Thanksgiving Sunday or a general thankfulness sermon.

"TODAY IS THE DAY FOR HAPPY CELEBRATIONS OF JOY" (Thanksgiving Sunday) Hope Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) Dr. David L. Haun Thursday is Thanksgiving. It was intended in the beginning to be a day to give thanks to God for all of his goodness and blessings to us. Today is Thanksgiving ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Marriage: Does Submission Imply Inferiority Of The Wife To The Husband? Series

Contributed by Herman Abrahams on Jun 5, 2004

Does headship by its very nature imply superiority, and submission inferiority, or is headship and submission simply a distinction of functions, two different kinds of responsibilities which God has ordered for men and women?

Compiled by: Herman Abrahams (Pastor), Cornerstone Faith Ministries, P.O. Box 740, Westridge 7802, Rep. of South Africa. E-Mail: Mentorship2003@yahoo.co.uk Note to the reader: If you have been blessed with this sermon compilation, I would be honoured to receive an e-mail from you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:22-24

Denomination: Charismatic

Modern Day Disciples Series

Contributed by Glenn Newton on Jul 13, 2004

I start with the Question, "Is there a difference between a Christian and a Disciple?" This sermon talks about the cost involved in Discipleship, it’s not easy being a Modern Day Disciple.. it will cost you everything.

Modern Day Disciples Pastor Glenn Newton July 4, 2004 Text: Luke 14:25-33 LK 14:25 Large crowds were traveling with Jesus, and turning to them he said: 26 "If anyone comes to me and does not hate his father and mother, his wife and children, his brothers and sisters--yes, even his own life--he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:24-33

Denomination: Nazarene

The Gift Of Tongues Series

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Nov 17, 2002

The gift of tongues is the God-given ability to speak in different and varied languages. It is supernatural utterance by the Holy Spirit in languages never learned by the speaker, not understood by the mind of the speaker nor necessarily always understood

By: Donna J. Kazenske 1 Cor. 12:7-10 - "But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to each one for the profit of all: for to one is given the word of wisdom, through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another the gift of faith by the same Spirit, to another ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-10, 1 Corinthians 14:1-5

Denomination: *other

Who Do You Belong To? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 16, 2010

Often times we think of our society today as so different from Bible times. But it may surprise you that the things facing the Corinthians are much the same as today, and so is God's grace!

1st Corinthians was written in A.D. 56 from Ephesus at the close of Paul's 3 year residence there (Acts 20:31, 1 Corinthians 16:5-8). Paul's relationship with the Corinthian church is in Acts 18:1-18. He met Aquila and Priscilla there and taught in a house next door to the synagogue for 18 months. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

A Cure For Troubled Hearts Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Feb 17, 2007

This place (funeral home) has witnessed many a troubled heart! Jesus words offer a prescription for a troubled heart! This is the same cure for a troubled heart that can make a huge difference in our lives.

Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO The Cure for Troubled Hearts John 14:1-6 Jesus’ Words from John 14:1-6: "Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in me. In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blessings In A Box Of Bones

Contributed by James O. Davis on Dec 12, 2006

During this holiday season we need to reflect on the blessings of God. The blessings of God come in different shapes and sizes and they are immeasurable and innumerable. This Christmas, we should consider the blessings that are found in a box of bones.

James O. Davis is the founder and president of Second Billion (TM). You are invited to learn more about Second Billion by visiting www.billion.tv. BLESSINGS IN A BOX OF BONES By James O. Davis Gen. 15:13-14; 50:22-30; Heb. 11:22 Introduction: During this holiday season we need to reflect on ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:22

Denomination: Assembly Of God