Sermons on Bad Breath:

12th Sunday After Pentecost. August 31st, 2025. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 22, 2022

Year C, Proper 17.

Jeremiah 2:4-13, Psalm 81:1, Psalm 81:10-16, Proverbs 25:6-7, Psalm 112, Hebrews 13:1-8, Hebrews 13:15-16, Luke 14:1, Luke 14:7-14 A). A PLEADING. Jeremiah 2:4-13. In this passage the LORD yet again makes His complaint against the whole house of Israel (Jeremiah 2:4). As we read it, we ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:4-13, Psalm 81:1, Psalm 81:10-16, Proverbs 25:6-7, Hebrews 13:1-8, Hebrews 13:15-16, Luke 14:1, Luke 14:7-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trusting God To Work It Out Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Aug 22, 2022

You’re not alone when you’re in the groan zone

Over the past couple years, I’ve gotten to know a guy I see when I’m out in the community working on my sermons. We’ve had some gospel conversations in the past and he knows I’m a pastor. On Wednesday, he came up to me and said he had a question he wanted to ask me: “What percent of your people ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-30

Denomination: Baptist

Nonconformists Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Sep 2, 2022

This sermon is an introduction to the series titled "Do Not Conform, Be Transformed" and provides a broad overview of the book of Romans along with the negative patterns in the world.

Good morning. Since today is the first Sunday in June I thought it would be a good Sunday to begin a summer sermon series. A summer series simply entitled ‘Do Not Conform. Be Transformed.’ This series is based on the passages found in Romans 12:1 and 2. But before diving into the series I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, John 1:14, Romans 8:29

Denomination: Christian Church

David And Bathsheba Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 5, 2022

Following his rise to power, David conquered the city of Jerusalem. He established it as Israel's capital, subsequently taking the Ark of the Covenant into the city to be the central point of worship in the Israelite religion.

According to the Hebrew Bible, David was the third king of the United Kingdom of Israel. In the Books of Samuel, he is described as a young shepherd and harpist who gains fame by slaying Goliath, a champion of the Philistines, in southern Canaan. David becomes a favorite of Saul, the first king of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:7

Denomination: Baptist

The Do's And Don'ts Of Ministry Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 6, 2022

Just like there are many do's and don'ts in life, there are also many do's and don'ts in ministry. In 1 Timothy 4, Paul pointed out to Timothy a number of do's and don'ts of ministry.

Introduction: A. There are many “do’s and don’ts” in life. 1. When we buy a new product it often comes with important labels that give us do’s and don’ts. 2. Here are a few: a. Do Use Like Regular Soap – I wonder how a person uses irregular soap? b. Do Not Eat Toner – When was the last time you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Simon Magus Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 10, 2022

Simon magus, also known as Simon the Sorcerer or the Magician, was a religious figure whose confrontation with Peter is recorded in Acts 8:9–24. The act of simony, or paying for the position, is named after Simon, who tried to buy his way into the power of the Apostles.

Simon Magnus Simon and Peter were intense rivals until Simon challenged Peter's authority and fell out of the sky. Simon magus, also known as Simon the Sorcerer or the Magician, was a religious figure whose confrontation with Peter is recorded in Acts 8:9–24. The act of simony, or paying for ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:9-24

Denomination: Baptist

Jehoshaphat’s Prayer – Humble, God Honouring, Public And Effective Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 12, 2022

A period of trial or testing will sort out the spiritual fibre of a man. That which confronts on the outside determines what truly resides on the inside. The weakling caves in. The coward hides away in his room pretending.. The unstable person panics, BUT Jehoshaphat prayed!

JEHOSHAPHAT’S PRAYER – HUMBLE, GOD HONOURING, PUBLIC AND EFFECTIVE THE PRAYER OF A RIGHTEOUS KING AVAILS MUCH {{2Chronicles 20:1-4 “Now it came about after this, that the sons of Moab and the sons of Ammon, together with some of the Meunites, came to make war against Jehoshaphat. Then some came ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 20:1-4, 2 Chronicles 20:5-6, 2 Chronicles 20:7-9, 2 Kings 23:4-7, 2 Chronicles 6:24-25, 2 Chronicles 6:34-35, 2 Chronicles 20:10-12, 2 Chronicles 20:13, 2 Chronicles 20:14-17, 2 Chronicles 20:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy In The Midst Of Trials Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 13, 2022

I find joy in my trials when I embrace them as God’s instruments for good.

NOTES: • This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: James 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

No One Else To Blame Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 13, 2022

When I yield to temptation, I have no one to blame but myself

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming Temptations Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 17, 2022

Solomon's downfall began when he married the daughter of the Egyptian Pharaoh to seal a political alliance. He could not control his lust. Among Solomon's 700 wives and 300 concubines were many foreigners, which angered God.

Overcoming Temptations King Solomon was the wisest man ever and also one of the most foolish. God gifted him with unsurpassed wisdom, which Solomon squandered by disobeying God's commandments. Solomon's most notable achievements were his building projects, particularly the temple in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

"faith Under Fire"

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Sep 18, 2022

Each day, an unseen and incredible battle between good and evil takes place around us. Just as retired generals share insights on strategy, this message aims to enlighten and empower us by helping us understand the enemy's strengths and tactics used against God’s people.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Peter 5:8-9) (8) "Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil, as a roaring lion, walketh about, seeking whom he may devour:" (9) "Whom resist steadfast in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20, 2 Corinthians 10:3-6, 1 Timothy 6:12, 2 Timothy 4:7, Jude 1:3, Revelation 12:11, 1 Thessalonians 3:5, 1 Peter 5:8, 2 Corinthians 11:15, Hebrews 4:12, Romans 8:35-37, 1 Peter 5:8-9, Romans 7:14-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Second Coming Of Christ - Part 8: How Will Jesus Judge My Life? Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 17, 2023

Here are the Lord's simple standards: 1. Be a sheep (vs. 31-33). 2. Share (vs. 34-36). 3. Show up (vs. 36). 4. Seek to have a humble heart (vs. 37-46).

The Second Coming of Christ Part 8: How Will Jesus Judge My Life? The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 25:31-46 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared March 17, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Today we will finish our study on the second coming of Christ. This study has taken us from the Old Testament to the New. We have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Baptist

Two Ways To Live Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 19, 2023

Message 7 in a series through James that helps us explore the relationship between faith and works in our lives. James was the half-brother of Jesus and the leader of the church in Jerusalem.

If you have grown up in church, there is a good chance that somewhere along the way, you have heard this phrase, “Be in the world, but not of the world.” And depending on what church you grew up in, that could mean all kinds of things…but let’s be honest, sometimes that idea is what turns ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith-Based Initiative

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Mar 19, 2023

Is God pleased with our work if we run out of money in the middle of it? Is God pleased with our ministry if it doesn't seem to be successful? How can we know if we are investing our time and talents in ways that God will approve of?

I don’t know if the tough decisions our leadership has been wrestling with have trickled all the way down through the congregation yet - though it would surprise me if you haven’t noticed that attendance at worship is down. Well, one of the challenges that goes along with a drop in attendance is a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30, 1 Samuel 23:7-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fool’s Gold Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 2, 2023

Look at the pictures on the screen. Which one shows real gold, and which one shows fool’s gold, also known as pyrite? Pyrite is usually found as angular pieces and is brittle.

Look at the pictures on the screen. Which one shows real gold, and which one shows fool’s gold, also known as pyrite? Pyrite is usually found as angular pieces and is brittle. Thin pieces of pyrite will break with pin pressure, while gold ore will bend or dent because it’s very soft. Still, the two ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran