Sermons on aggravation: showing 736-750 of 1,103

Sermon 1: Famines And Failures Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jun 2, 2019

The time of the Judges have been referred to as “Israel’s Dark Ages.” Yet nestled in this awful, violent period of Israel's history is a beautiful love story. A story of romance, restoration, redemption.

Famines and Failures Series: Sermon 1 of the book of Ruth Chuck sligh June 2, 2019 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives. TEXT: Please ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Gospel Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 18, 2021

Man can be declared righteous because an atoning sacrifice has been made on his behalf, satisfying the wrath of God, when he believes in Christ and accept the gift of salvation from God and is forgiven of his sin and made right with God.

Today I am going to preach the Gospel, the “good news”, a message that the world desperately needs to hear. • All humanity, whether knowingly or unknowingly, has turned from God and now faces the wrath of God for their sin. • Paul has written at length to affirm this. He left no doubt that all ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:21-31, Ezekiel 36:25-27, Isaiah 53:5-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Beware Of The Bad Dogs

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 3, 2022

Anyone such as a ….Mail man, Insurance salesman, Paper boy, UPS Delivery person, Milk man…

knows when they pull up in front of a house and see a sign on the fence that says, “Beware of the bad dog”, that sign means “BEWARE OF THE BAD DOG!” The background for this Psalm is found in that passage of scripture known as 1 Samuel 19:8-17. There are many things about this passage that are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Like A Child

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Mar 29, 2022

We need to consider how our waning faith can become a hindrance to others. Jesus provides a warning about hindering other believers who have the faith of a child. It is also a warning about hindering children from coming to Christ.

Back when I was in college, one of my favorite songs was “Faith Like a Child” by Jars of Clay. Listen as I share some of the lyrics to this song: “Dear God, surround me as I speak; the bridges that I walk across are weak. Frustrations fill the void that I can’t solely bear . . . Sometimes, when I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Palm Sunday: The Call Of A Donkey

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 23, 2024

A Palm Sunday message. What went wrong in 5 short days.

Palm Sunday John 12:12-19 March 24, 2024 If you’re a sports fan, especially basketball, this weekend is the best weekend of the year. On Thursday and Friday, there were 32 games and yesterday and today there’s another 16. Now, when I look at my favorite sports teams, I tend to be somewhat ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 22 - The Psalm Of The Cross Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 8, 2018

This psalm is called the Psalm of the Cross. It has been given this name because it describes more accurately and minutely the crucifixion of Christ than does any other portion of the Word of God.

May 10, 2014 Tom Lowe Psalm 22 (KJV) Title: The Psalm of the Cross To the chief Musician upon Aijeleth Shahar (or the hind of the morning) A psalm of David. Introduction This psalm is called the Psalm of the Cross. It has been given this name because it describes more accurately and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 22:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Sore Joints In The Body

Contributed by James May on Apr 18, 2001

Poor Communication or complete lack of it, is one of the greatest problems in the church.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Can You Be Intelligent And Not Believe In Evolution?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Dec 30, 2000

A consideration of the intellectual difficulties with the theory of evolution.

It was voted by the Associated Press to be the top story of 1999: the Kansas Board of Education’s decision to de-emphasize some aspects of the teaching of evolution in Kansas’ schools set off a firestorm of controversy. >>>”Events began in 1995, when the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:27

Denomination: Baptist

Is There Any Hope For Our Kids?

Contributed by Mike Hays on Nov 16, 2000

With the tragedies surrounding our youth today we must ask the question -- "Is there any hope for our kids?"

"Is There Any Hope For Our Kids?" The past two weeks have been a tragic time of upheaval, uncertainty, and insanity in the lives of our young people. When the news came forth about the shooting in Littleton, Colorado we were all stunned by the news of two students carrying out their plan of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:20-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forgetting The Past

Contributed by Kelly Hudnall on Dec 12, 2001

How to forget the good, the bad, and the ugly in our past.

FORGETTING THE PAST Philippians 3:12-21 Kelly Hudnall There is a very good reason why God instructs us through the words of the Apostle Paul, to be joyful always. And it’s not simply b/c God doesn’t like a sour puss! I remember when I was growing up, if I got upset or pouted over something ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Conversion Baptism & Pentecost Baptism

Contributed by George Barton on Jan 29, 2006

Points out that the baptism of Pentecost was a unique experiences whereas conversion-baptism should be the common experience of every believer. 8 pages

THE WATER-SPIRIT BAPTISM OF THE CONVERSION EXPERIENCE CONTRASTED WITH THE SPIRIT-BAPTISM OF PENTECOST PREPARED 01-28-2006 Easterners with Oriental mental patterns, though mentally they recognize the difference between the reality of something and the symbol of the reality, often speak of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Patience In Suffering Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 8, 2006

While we are suffering, James says that there is one thing we must do, and two things we must not do.

Introduction: A. Dr. Robert Lightner, a long-time faculty member of the theology department at Dallas Theological Seminary was involved in a terrible plane crash. 1. He was in a single-engine plane that flipped over during takeoff. 2. He was badly injured and bruised beyond recognition. His ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Plugging Into The Power - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Oct 3, 2006

Second in a series on the early church. The first of a two-part message on how to get plugged into the power of the Holy Spirit.

It is a sin to be good if God has called us to be great.” Last week we began a journey to see how God can take our church from good to great. In Acts Chapter 1, we saw that Jesus commanded his followers to wait for the power that would come upon them when they received the Holy Spirit. But while ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

A Summary Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 28, 2007

In this sermon, Paul gives us a six-point summary of the gospel--the good news of God.

Scripture In his commentary on Romans John MacArthur points out that a quick look at any newspaper or a passing glance at a weekly news magazine reminds us that in our world most news is bad and seems to be getting worse. What is happening on a national and worldwide scale is simply the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Need For A Convenient Season

Contributed by Clyde Paige on Feb 17, 2007

A Time prepared for the conviction and calling of a soul for Salvation

Needs for a Convenient Season Acts 24:1-6 and 25 And after five days Ananias the high priest orator named Tertullus, who informed the governor against Paul. And when he was called forth, Tertullus began to accuse him, saying, Seeing that by thee we enjoy great quietness, and that very worthy deeds ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:1-6

Denomination: Baptist