Sermons on Appreciate Diversity:

Brother Jesus

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Dec 3, 2020

God, in Jesus, identifies with us and reveals his love for us in as real and personal a way as possible. And the more we come to understand and appreciate the full humanity of Christ, the stronger our relationship with God will be.

Hebrews 2:10-18 (Read Hebrews 2:10-11, 14-18) In 1980 a woman named Rosie Ruiz ran the NY City Marathon and finished first in the Women’s Division--or so it seemed initially. After she received the star treatment at the finish line, though, some of the event staff realized that they hadn’t ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:10-18

Castng My Cares And Leaving Them There

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 1, 2023

This message is about casting our cares on Jesus and leaving them there. If you have ever fished and became frustrated when the fish did not immediately attack the bait on the hook, you will appreciate this message.

Casting My Cares and Leaving Them There Scripture: First Peter 5:6-10; Psalms 55:22; James 4:7 This morning I want to talk to you about fishing – more specifically about how to cast the line and leave it there. You see, there is a right way to cast a line and there is a wrong way to cast a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6-10, Psalm 55:22, James 4:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Keep The Door Open For Me PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

Understand and appreciate God's infinite patience and love, and allow Him to work in our lives, especially during our lowest moments, as His grace gives us hope and character through our sufferings.

Good morning, everyone! You're all looking mighty fine today. I'm so glad to see you here to share the Word of God with me. Today, we're going to dive into a part of Romans that's all about God's patience, love, and the hope He gives us. There's this quote from Philip Yancey, "Grace, like water, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Topics: God's Timing

Magnify The Lord

Contributed by Larry Grant on Jun 22, 2025

When I magnify something, I can see it better. When I magnify, I can understand it better. When I magnify, I have a deeper appreciation for how and what it does.

Psalms 34:1-4 (NKJV) “Magnify the Lord” June 22, 2025 David insisted that despite the difficulties and dangers of his life, his experience with God has given him something to brag about. I wonder today, if we can put ourselves in David’s position, when the words of this text were written, no ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Bible Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 6, 2006

Old becomes new as Jesus explains how He is the fulfillment of the law and prophets...The CULMINATION of the law, APPRECIATION for the law, and INTERPRETATION of the law. [5 mistakes the Pharisees made]. Link included to free PowerPoint.

Jesus’ Bible Matthew 5:17 Think about it: All anyone had was their Old Testament, tho’ they didn’t call it that! God’s Word is under attack today, and we are called to defend it…all of it! And that’s just what Jesus did in our text. We continue looking at the greatest sermon ever preached, by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

Handling Objections And Criticism

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Feb 27, 2013

Peter might be riding high on the cloud of joy and excitement as he is reporting to the Church of Jerusalem the advancement of God’s Kingdom to the Gentile. But instead of appreciation and recognition, what he received is objection and criticism. Let's se

HANDLING OBJECTIONS AND CRITICISMS Acts 11:1-18 Act 11:1 Soon the news reached the apostles and other believers in Judea that the Gentiles had received the word of God. Act 11:2 But when Peter arrived back in Jerusalem, some of the Jewish believers criticized him. Act 11:3 "You entered the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fully Realized Forgiveness...the Test Of Love-4 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Apr 28, 2015

4 of 5. Jesus called Simon the Pharisee to task regarding two demonstrations of love. Realized Forgiveness is reflected in a reciprocal/proportional appreciation. But Where/How is it tested? Fully Realized Forgiveness is tested in the crucible of...

FULLY REALIZED FORGIVENESS...The TEST of LOVE-IV—Luke 7:36-50 Attention: Thru testing, one's true identity becomes conclusive. Jesus called Simon the Pharisee to task regarding two demonstrations of love. A forgiveness that is fully Realized is reflected in a proportional ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Baptist

Fully Realized Forgiveness...the Test Of Love-5 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 5, 2015

5 of 5. Jesus called Simon the Pharisee to task regarding two demonstrations of love. Realized Forgiveness is reflected in a reciprocal/proportional appreciation. But Where/How is it tested? Fully Realized Forgiveness is tested in the crucible of...

FULLY REALIZED FORGIVENESS...The TEST of LOVE-V—Luke 7:36-50 Attention: A kid who is unwittingly involved in bringing about a tragedy. The ones effected forgive her. She is Fully Forgiven, YET she is unable to function, her every thought being colored by the event. Her every decision is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus - Deliverer Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Feb 12, 2011

How often do we equate Jesus' love with what we deserve... here we find Jesus showing love to one who did not deserve or seem to appreciate the love Jesus showed to him.

Sermon Brief Date Written: February 12, 2011 Date Preached: February 13, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Falling in Love With Jesus Sermon Title: Jesus – Deliverer Sermon Text: John 5:1-15 [HCSB] 1After this, a Jewish festival took place, and ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Wrestling For Christ

Contributed by Steve Woods (Pastor Woody) on Nov 13, 2019

Jesus Christ fought many battles for us and He still does today. What sacrifice would you make to show your appreciation and dedication to living the life He would have us live?

This past week, as I often do, I watched a couple of movies portraying the Life of Christ. It doesn’t seem to matter how many times I watch these; I always get something from them. Something that touches my heart and reminds me of whom I belong to. Yesterday, I happened to find a clip from “The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:53, Isaiah 53:4-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Names Of Jesus: Emmanuel - God With Us. Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Dec 2, 2024

A message about how we can understand God by Him being "with us". Starts out with illustration about not being able to appreciate a song by just information but only by hearing it.

Some notes and thoughts on a Christmas Series about the names of Jesus. Philippians 2:5-11 Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, (6) who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, (7) but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:23, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Church Of God

"Jesus, The Exclusive Savior”

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Feb 24, 2021

The consensus- that some things were right others wrong is now replaced by a new "trinity": worship tolerance, celebrate diversity, praise pluralism, equity not equality. Woe to the man who dares speak against the New Trinity. A story: confession, a fable. John Stott, quote.

In Jesus Holy Name Lent II February 28, 2021 Text: Mark 8:27,29 Redeemer “Jesus, The Exclusive Savior” We live in a “postmodern” age. If that term is new to you, it simply means that we live in an age in which ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-29, Matthew 16:13-20

Denomination: Lutheran

The Original Disciples Series

Contributed by Dennis King on May 26, 2021

Jesus Christ picked a diverse group of original disciples to accomplish His divine purpose. Were they the crème de la crème of the Jewish religious leaders? Did they have special talents? Did they buy their way into the powerful, influential circle of this new Messiah?

Disciples of Jesus According to Matthew Chapter 4, Jesus after leaving Nazareth went to Capernaum, which was by the lake in the area of Zebulun and Naphtali to fulfill what was said through the prophet Isaiah about the land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the way of the Sea, beyond the Jordan, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-14, Galatians 1:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

The House Of God Lives Series

Contributed by Bobby Gilles on Sep 23, 2014

How can we love each other well? How do we not only tolerate diversity, but celebrate it? How do we not only celebrate it, but pray for more of it – much more than we currently see in our congregation? The answer is in God's word ...

My wife Kristen and I often watch a sitcom on Netflix at the end of a long day. I like Cheers; Kristen likes The Andy Griffith Show. So we compromise on one or the other. Andy Griffith takes us back to a simple time and an idyllic, small North Carolina community, where people sang country gospel ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Baptist

Join The Symphony!

Contributed by Brad Froese on Jul 18, 2006

Praise is more than an expression of lip service: it is a daily life style. It is more than a jubilant worship song. It is an attitude. It is more than a bubbly personality. It is the way we live our life in appreciation for The Lord. It is obedience

The Law, Sin and Redemption… God is good! His mercies endure forever! Ps 106:1, “Praise the LORD. Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever.” For those of you looking for something precious to give to the most passionate love of your heart: Jesus Christ, the Savior and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God