Sermons on Bad Tongue:

Rags-To-Riches, Or, Riches-To-Rags?

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Sep 24, 2019

A look at the Parable of the Rich Man and Lazarus with the theme of rags-to-riches. A big thanks goes to Dr. Mackenzie for spurring the application.

On November 25, 1835, little Andrew Carnegie was born into a poor family in Scotland. He grew up in extreme poverty, and often would sleep to “forget the misery of hunger.” To save themselves from starvation, his family came to the United States when was 13, hoping for a better future. While ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Proverbs 15 - Contrast The Upright And The Wicked Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Mar 13, 2012

This is a look at Proverbs chapter fifteen.

Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Fifteen We will now look at Proverbs chapter fifteen: Contrast the Upright and the Wicked 1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger. Proverbs 15:1 (NASB) This is an excellent verse to commit to memory. Have you ever tried to argue ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Whole Heart Pt. 1 Series

Contributed by Gary Eller on Jan 16, 2017

How much of our heart do we have to give to God?

OUR WHOLE HEART MK 12 VS 28-31 Mark 12:28-31 (NKJV) 28 Then one of the scribes came, and having heard them reasoning together, perceiving that He had answered them well, asked Him, "Which is the first commandment of all?" 29 Jesus answered him, "The first of all the commandments is: 'Hear, O ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-31

Denomination: *other

My God, My God Why Have You Forsaken Me?

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 22, 2019

The following sermon is going to review how both Christ and David handled silence from God in the face of anguish so that we might learn how to remain steadfast in the faith and in all circumstances.

My God, My God why Have you Forsaken me? Psalms 22 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 45 From noon until three in the afternoon darkness came over all the land. 46 About three in the afternoon Jesus cried out in a loud voice, “Eli, Eli, lema sabachthani?” (which means ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-46

Denomination: Baptist

Be Careful With What God Gives You

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Oct 2, 2022

We are responsible for using things God gives us to His glory. It is possible to lose them.

“Be Careful With What God Gives You” By Joe Mack Cherry I. Intro A. God doesn’t always call the qualified; He qualifies the called. 1. Have you ever thought you were qualified for a job and found out you weren’t? a. Me: the first time I got on a minibike. Up the side of our house, I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:9, Romans 12:6-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Nov 14, 2022

Based on James 5:13-18 - Encourages hearers to develop a powerful prayer life.

“THE POWER OF PRAYER” James 5:13-18 FBCF – 10/13/22 Jon Daniels INTRO – A fellow pastor friend of mine & I were walking out of restaurant recently. Group of about 8 businessmen seated at table. As we walked by, all of their heads were bowed down. Looked like they were praying. But we quickly ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-18, Jeremiah 33:3, Matthew 7:7-8, 1 John 5:14-15, John 14:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Signs Of A Losers Life Series

Contributed by Larry Finley on Sep 29, 2009

Haman was the ultimate loser whose life gives us clues to watch for.

SIGNS OF A LOSER’S LIFE 8/18/09 Esther 6:9-14 S__ L__ R__ 1. Haman – trouble or turmoil a. probably cut a wide path & left a lot of bodies b. #2 but I don’t think would have been satisfied c. Texaco – Dist. Mgr. >clerks I’m going to top – stay out of my way or I will step on you! d. 6 mos. ...read more

Scripture: Esther 6:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Sin Of Self-Sufficiency

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 9, 2008

When we speak against another brother we are actually showing hate toward the law of love!

The Sin of Self-Sufficiency Text: James 4:11-17 Do not speak evil of one another, brethren. He, who speaks evil of a brother and judges his brother, speaks evil of the law and judges the law. But if you judge the law, you are not a doer of the law but a judge. 12 There ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On A Moral Compass

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 18, 2021

A moral compass is defined as a person's ability to ascertain the difference between right and wrong and act accordingly.

Ian Anthony Dale, an American actor, once remarked: “A lot of the time, a moral compass is all that separates a hero from being a villain; otherwise, the two are very much the same. Both are generally the richest and most complex characters, and they get to have all the fun. I guess it's those ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:19-21, 2 Timothy 2:15, Mark 7:20-23, Romans 2:15

Change Inevitable, Growth Optional

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 8, 2023

But our world seems bound to turn its back on God’s gift.

Fifteenth Sunday in Course (A) Originally 13 July 2008 edited 2023 “Farmers are the founders of human civilization,” said Daniel Webster. Farming and gardening are just the same the analogies chosen by the Lord to illustrate a profound truth about the loving mercy of our God. Moreover, if we pay ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23, Romans 8:18-23, Isaiah 55:10-11, Psalm 65:10-13

Denomination: Catholic

Jesus, The One You Must Not Ignore

Contributed by Michael Karpf on Mar 23, 2008

Because God raised and exalted Jesus and gave Him the name above all names, we must all bow before Him and confess Him as our Lord.

I have introduced this phrase to some of my English classes this past week. I would like for us to say it. I’ll say “He is risen,” and you say “He is risen indeed.” Let’s try it. He is risen He is risen indeed. Because that is what we are celebrating today, Jesus is risen from the dead. I don’t ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Ego Talking - Boasting, Flattery, And Exaggeration Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 17, 2016

In this sermon, we explore what the Bible says about boasting, flattery and exaggeration.

Introduction: A. Today, we are continuing in our series called: “Speak Life – Speaking Words that Heal, not Hurt.” 1. The Bible tells us that words have the power of life and death. 2. God’s desire is for all of us to learn how to control our tongues so that our words ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In Times Like These

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Sep 9, 2002

We are faced with new realities and possibilitites which make us ask the question, "What do you do in times like these". The world got the only true answer in the promise fulfilled by a cross.

September 8, 2002 Profound events drive us to sometimes larger-than-life actions. Almost a year ago my wife’s cousin, John was at his downtown New York office on a bright September Tuesday morning. There was a buzz of excitement as someone announced that one of “the towers” had smoke coming ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: United Methodist

Success Through His Words

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Apr 30, 2018

God is interested in our success and prosperity in all that we do as His children, though not in our own way but in His own way, and under His supervision.

SUCCESS THROUGH HIS WORDS Study Text: Joshua 1: 8 “This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth but thou shall meditate there in day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein; for then thou shall make thy ways prosperous, and then thou shall have ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thinking Through Our Decisions

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jun 5, 2007

Learning to make godly and sound decisions in light of the consequences that could potentially occur.

THE STORY HAS BEEN TOLD ABOUT FORMER PRESIDENT RONALD REAGAN WHO ONCE HAD AN AUNT WHO TOOK HIM TO A COBBLER FOR A PAIR OF NEW SHOES. THE COBBLER ASKED THE YOUNG REAGAN, "DO YOU WANT SQUARE TOES OR ROUND TOES?" UNABLE TO DECIDE, REAGAN DIDN’T ANSWER, SO THE COBBLER GAVE HIM A FEW DAYS. SEVERAL ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 19:21, Proverbs 19:1-26

Denomination: Free Methodist