Sermons on Bad Tongue:

The Slow Slide Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Mar 21, 2020

Many people struggle with the same temptation for many years. Often, people will wonder, “How is it possible for a Christian to struggle with a temptation for so long? How did things get so bad?” I’ll tell you how: so slowly that you wouldn’t even notice what was taking place.

The Slow Slide Text: Genesis 13:2-13 Introduction: Ever seen a Chinese handcuff? Maybe you know it better by the name “Chinese Finger Trap” or “that joke your friend played on you that one time after asking, ‘Wanna see something cool?’” The genius of this gag toy is its simplicity; it’s just a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:2-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Love Of Jesus On Display

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 31, 2019

The American Church has a bad image problem with the new generation, which is leaving in droves. Here are suggestions for fixing that image -- we need to become known for WHAT WE'RE FOR instead of being known for WHAT WE'RE AGAINST. We must be known as people of love & compassion.

THE LOVE OF JESUS ON DISPLAY John 8:1-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Gary Dearing told a story about his Air Force Colonel, who served as inspector general of his command, and paid particular attention to how personnel wore their uniforms. 2. “On one occasion the Colonel spotted a junior airman ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Bearing With One Another In Love

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Sep 11, 2019

All of us have needed to have people be patient with us when we were slow to grow and learn, working through a deep wound in our heart or just having a bad day. One of the best ways to help our churches and all their members is to learn to be patient with them, bearing with them in love.

I don’t get to do it very often anymore, but I love fishing. I grew up near a muddy little lake where you could catch bullheads and bluegills almost any time you tried. But catching fish is only part of the joy. Two years ago we vacationed up in Minnesota. The first evening we went out to a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6, 1 Thessalonians 5:14

"god's End-Time Army."

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Apr 8, 2023

"Did you know that God selected you to be a leader in his army even before your birth? Each experience in your life, whether good or bad, has equipped you for this position. You were chosen for a significant purpose. Therefore, embrace your destiny and confidently take on the challenge."

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Psalms 34:7) "The angel of the LORD encampeth round about them that fear him, and delivereth them." (Ephesians 6:10-12) "Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:7, 1 Corinthians 15:7, Ephesians 6:10-12, Ephesians 6:13-18, Psalm 29:11, Deuteronomy 31:6, 2 Kings 6:17, Matthew 16:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Hope In The Wilderness: Turning Suffering Into Seeking - Psalm 63 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jun 29, 2025

What if your deepest pain could become your greatest pathway to God? Learn how to transform suffering into a thirst for His presence that changes everything. Imagine a life where every moment—good or bad—draws you closer to God. Psalm 63 reveals the one desire that can make it a reality.

Psalm 63:0,1 A Psalm of David. When he was in the Desert of Judah. 1 O God, you are my God, earnestly I seek you; my soul thirsts for you, my body longs for you, in a dry and weary land where there is no water ************************************** Introduction: Emotion and Temptation The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 63:1

Message In 1peter – Number 6 – Follow My Example Of Suffering And Walk Accordingly (But Not The Writer’s Example) – 1peter 2:21-23 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on May 24, 2023

This message looks at examples, especially Christ's example in suffering. Committed Christians take up their crosses and follow Christ, their example. Our Lord has set the example in suffering. That will lead to persecution/suffering when we deny self and walk in His footsteps.

MESSAGE IN 1PETER – NUMBER 6 – FOLLOW MY EXAMPLE OF SUFFERING AND WALK ACCORDINGLY (BUT NOT THE WRITER’S EXAMPLE) – 1Peter 2:21-23 {{1Peter 2:21 “For you have been called for this purpose, since Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example for you to follow in His steps,”}} [A]. A ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21, Acts 17:10-11, Philippians 3:17, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-7, 2 Thessalonians 3:6-9, 2 Timothy 3:12, Matthew 16:24, John 12:24-25, Isaiah 53:3-5, 1 Peter 2:22, Hebrews 7:26, John 8:46, James 5:10-11, Philippians 3:10-11, Acts 5:41, Romans 8:18, 2 Thessalonians 1:5, John 6:15, Philippians 3:8, 1 Peter 2:23, Matthew 26:62-63, Luke 6:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Hee Haw Christian! Gloom Despair Agony On Me

Contributed by Darrell Jones on Feb 21, 2003

Too many of God’s people are living like the old Hee Haw song, "Gloom despair and agony on me Deep dark depression, excessive misery If it weren’t for bad luck, I’d have no luck at all, Gloom despair, and agony on me Four things you can do when

Four things you can do when you have tragedies,death, or disappointments. (1) You can become bitter, accuse and blame God. (A) Murmurers: Murmuring begins in the thoughts or mind. ie. thoughts of discontent, or of being mistreated by the Lord, or being misunderstood by God’s people (1Cor. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Let It Go" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Oct 20, 2011

The last part of the book of Jonah is all about attitude. God used Jonah to help save the Ninevites. Now Jonah is mad because he disliked the Ninevites. No matter how bad we may feel about our enemies we need to see them saved as WE ALL were once enemies

Our final lesson on Jonah is all about attitude. Jonah 3:10 “When God saw what they did and how they turned from their evil ways, he had compassion and did not bring upon them the destruction he had threatened.” This is why Jonah fled in the first place. He did not want God to spare ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-9

A Fresh Start (Part One)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jan 7, 2019

We can need a fresh start for many reasons- a bad relationship, financial debt, addiction, etc. So, we make a fresh start. We move away, we change jobs, we get involved with new people, etc. A fresh start feels good and can make all the difference in the world.

A FRESH START (part one) We can need a fresh start for many reasons- a bad relationship, financial debt, addiction, trouble with the law, job loss or problems at work; you name it. So, we decide to make a fresh start. We move away, we change jobs, we get involved with new people, we make changes ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:62, Romans 6:20-23, John 15:1-2, Isaiah 5:6, Hebrews 12:11, Luke 13:6-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Kingdom Come! Series

Contributed by David Asch on Oct 12, 2004

In this text we see Jesus begin to proclaim God’s good news. He tells us what this good news is, and what we are invited to do about it. Then we see what we can expect from this good news, as well as what not to focus on. It all begins with some bad news,

Kingdom Come! Mark 1:14-39 INTRO: What’s the best news you have ever heard/could ever hear? Today, God has some really good news for you! PREV: Today we will see Jesus begin to proclaim God’s good news. He’ll tell us what this good news is, and we will see what we are invited to do about this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fruit That Is Never Out Of Season: Joy Series

Contributed by John Maxwell on Aug 10, 2006

I want to talk to you today about joy in spite of any circumstances. You know it’s going to be a bad day when you call your answering service and they tell you it’s none of your business. When you put your pants on backwards and they fit better. Been ther

FRUIT THAT IS NEVER OUT OF SEASON JOY Romans 5:1-11 John Maxwell INTRODUCTION: I want to talk to you today about joy in spite of any circumstances. You know it’s going to be a bad day when you call your answering service and they tell you it’s none of your business. When you put your pants on ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Dont Fret, Be Still

Contributed by Robert Bravo on Jul 10, 2007

We know hard times will come. But we don’t have to be overcome by these hard times. We can have the peace of Christ in us. We can get to a point in life where even though things seem bad and hopeless we can know we have a God on our side that will fight w

Don’t fret be still Exodus 14:1-14 (NIV) 1 Then the LORD said to Moses, 2 "Tell the Israelites to turn back and encamp near Pi Ha-hi-roth, between Mig-dol and the sea. They are to encamp by the sea, directly opposite Baal Ze-phon. 3 Pharaoh will think, ’The Israelites are wandering around the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-14

Denomination: Nazarene

Exodus 5,6 - Keep Your Focus! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Dec 25, 2009

How do you feel when you really believe God has called you to have a positive Godly influence on people and all you end up with is rejection? What do you do when things go from bad to worse? Pack up and leave? I love what Moses does...

Exodus 5,6 - Keep Your Focus! Exodus 5 is where Moses confronts Pharaoh and says "Let my people go!" He is rejected by Pharaoh and instead of freeing Israel, Pharaoh increases the oppression of their slavery. As a result of Moses efforts, Israel also rejects Moses leadership. How would you feel ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

El Roi - God Who Sees Me Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Dec 2, 2003

5th message in series. This was preached by associate minister Steve Higgs. Many times we say, “God is watching you.” We often think of him as a proverbial Santa, “he know’s when you are sleeping, he knows when you’re awake, he knows if you’ve been bad

The God Who Sees Me by Steve Higgs Genesis 16 As many of you may know, my mother passed away when I was a senior in high school. It was the result of a brain aneurysm and happened very quickly, and was very tragic. Over the course of the grieving process a lot of people said a lot of helpful and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:7-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Make The Best Use Of Your Time Series

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Jan 8, 2012

Churches and preachers may have told you in the past that if you don’t put God first you might be in sin. I want to tell you that nowhere in the Bible it says that if you don’t put God first you are committing a sin…oh what a relief! The bad news is that

Matthew 6:33 33 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. How are your priorities organized? Are you seeking love first? Money first? Kids first? Hobbies first? Churches and preachers may have told you in the past that if you don’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Baptist