Sermons on Bad Breath:

Why Do Bad Things Happen? Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 30, 2003

It’s easy to think that bad things happen because God is out to get us. That’s not true. The Bible establishes some reasons why things don’t turn out they way we’d like – personal sin, corporate sin, and evil influences. While we can’t insulate ourselv

Why Do Bad Things Happen? Brian Bill 4/22/01 I like puns. Here are two are my favorites. Two boll weevils grew up in South Carolina. One went to Hollywood and became a famous actor. The other stayed behind in the cotton fields and never amounted to much. The second one, naturally, became ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:33

Denomination: Baptist

Good Son From Bad Dad

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 2, 2018

A study in the book of 2 Kings 18: 1 – 37

2 Kings 18: 1 – 37 Good son from bad dad 18 Now it came to pass in the third year of Hoshea the son of Elah, king of Israel, that Hezekiah the son of Ahaz, king of Judah, began to reign. 2 He was twenty-five years old when he became king, and he reigned twenty-nine years in Jerusalem. His mother’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 18:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Robbed By Relationships Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 20, 2006

The first of four messages on the threats to spiritual identity theft.

Identity Theft March 12, 2006 Robbed By Relationships Intro: I need a volunteer. Did you ever take the ACT/SAT? This will be kind of like that. Have you ever seen one of these? I want you to take a few seconds to put these shapes into the canister. According to our Vandy alumni this is ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:4-22

Denomination: Baptist

Discovering The Mission Of Mankind-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 9, 2010

1 of 2. God had a mission for mankind, & He still does. How is mankind’s mission to be experienced/entered/engaged/found/discovered? Mankind’s mission is bound-up in His...

DISCOVERING the MISSION of MANKIND—Genesis 2:4-25 Attention: A zoning board had just been set up in a new community. A homeowner went to the office to request permission to build a small tool shed in his backyard. "Do you have a plan?" asked the director. "Oh, yes," said the owner, who showed him ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:4-25

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People?

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 13, 2014

To show the major reasons as shown in the bible the reasons why bad things happen to good people.

I. EXORDIUM: Do bad things happen to believers? Yes. Why? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the major reasons as shown in the bible the reasons why bad things happen to good people. IV. TEXT: 2 Corinthians 5:10 (Amplified Bible) 5:10 For we must all appear and be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Importance Of Mother’s Faith To Her Children.

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 18, 2023

The greatest gift we can give our children is to be godly parents.

The greatest gift we can give our children is to be godly parents. Motherhood is a blessing ordained by God, full of hope and joy, a high calling, and indeed worthy of honor. God wants Mothers also to have a great influence in the spiritual life of our children. Scripture teaches mothers to point ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:20, Philippians 4:9

Divorce And Remarriage

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

The issue is not whether divorce is good or bad, for everyone agrees it is a bad thing to happen. It is never the best, and it always indicates failure on the part of two people.

Divorce, like death, is an unpleasant reality that we have to deal with because it won't ignore us. In one way or another it forces its way into our lives. If we are fortunate enough to have no friends, neighbors, or loved ones caught in its grasp, we must still face the issue because it is a ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 24:1-4

When Bad Girls Become Moms

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on May 11, 2003

The church should be the guiding voice for young parents seeking guidance and support.

"When Bad Girls Become Moms" by Rev. A. Lamar Torrence, Pastor of Cross of Life Lutheran Church 1 Kings 3:17 I yet believe that the church, holder of the keys to heaven, is call to lead the world during this century. We, the bride of Christ, are to process down the isle of time, bringing new ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:17-28

Denomination: Lutheran

When Things Get Bad, Rejoice

Contributed by Claud Owens on Jun 5, 2002

There is cause for rejoicing even during the worst of times.

Is your life sometimes filled with trouble? Do good friends turn out to be not such good friends after all? Have you been passed over for promotion? Are you separated from your family because of your faith? Or perhaps people have ridiculed you because of your Christian faith. Maybe you’ve ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:35-39, John 11:35-39

Denomination: Church Of God

Who's Afraid Of The Big Bad Wolf?

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

Finding security in God when threatened

“Who’s Afraid of the Big, Bad Wolf” Isaiah 36 & 37 Intro: Do you remember as kids hearing a story about three industrious little pigs? The built their own houses, and were fine until one hungry old wolf came around looking for a ham dinner! When the big, bad wolf came knocking at the door, he ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good News About Bad News

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 18, 2003

God’s Good News is greater than and transforms the world’s bad news.

The Good News About Bad News John 1:1-5 Skit… Have you heard the news? Charlie is in a cast. That is bad news! No that is good news! At first they thought he broke both legs but it was just one. That is good news! No that is bad news! Now he can’t work. That is bad news! No that is good news! The ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

What's So Bad About Sin?

Contributed by David Beirne on May 23, 2005

Since we all do it, why make a big deal about sin? A look at the damaging power of sin against today’s backdrop of relativism.

What’s So Bad About Sin? Genesis 3:1-19 (I showed a cartoon on the screen of a woman sharing with her Bible study group--"I’ve never really been dead to sin, but I did feel rather faint once.") Our apathy toward sin is destroying us. If All Of Us Have Sinned, Why Worry About It? 1. Consider The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

How To Overcome Bad Listening Habits

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Some people tend to have a hard time listening to people who do not speak in the language of Biblical absolutes.

Some people tend to have a hard time listening to people who do not speak in the language of Biblical absolutes. Ineffective listening is usually the single biggest hindrance to effective communication between people. The following is a list of some of the most common barriers to listening: a. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, James 1:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Contrasting Bad Attitudes And The Be-Attitudes

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

contrasts between bad attitudes and the beatitudes of our Lord Jesus Christ

Examples of Bad Attitude 1. Bad Attitudes Self-righteous attitudes that say I am right and others are flat out wrong. 2. Taking credit for every good thing that happens 3. Prideful thinking Refusal to forgive others 4. Indifference to those who have experience adversity, tragedy or loss 5. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:13-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breaking The Bad Biting Habits Of Believers Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 12, 2005

Christ gives the Christian the freedom to love others truly.

Breaking the Bad Biting Habits of Believers Gal. 5:13-16Aug. 7, 2005 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction: In his book, Rebuilding Your Broken World., -- Gordon MacDonald states. In early 1988 Charles and Diana, Prince and Princess of Wales, and some friends took a skiing ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist