Sermons on Badness:

Fruit Of The Branches Ii Series

Contributed by Stephen Fournier on Dec 14, 2007

Series on John 15 pt. 11

FRUIT OF THE BRANCHES II Series on John 15 pt. 11 John 15:4 3/04/07 There is a story about a man who pulled up behind a car at stop light. The man notices a bumper sticker on the back of the mans car that read “Honk if you know Jesus”. The man thought it was a cute bumper sticker so he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:4

Denomination: Bible Church

When Jesus Enters The Temple

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 2, 2007

When Jesus enters the temple (a person’s life) things begin to happen.

INTRO.- ILL.- A woman’s husband had been slipping in and out of a coma for several months, yet she stayed by his bedside every single day. When he came to, he motioned for her to come nearer. As she sat by him, he said, "You know what? You have been with me all through the bad times. When I got ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Forget The Small Stuff

Contributed by David Flowers on Jan 31, 2010

In this one-off message, Dave talks about why it is critical to make the most of small moments.

Don't Forget the Small Stuff Wildwind Community Church David Flowers August 16, 2009 There's a popular book called Don't Sweat the Small Stuff, which says that most of the stuff that bugs us in life doesn't really matter - in the scheme of things it's not that important. Obviously there's truth ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 39:4

Denomination: Free Methodist

Always Be Joyful? Never Stop Praying? Be Thankful In All Circumstances? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 13, 2014

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 it says: Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus. Easier read than lived isn’t it.

DO YOU EVER HAVE ONE OF THOSE DAYS? Do you ever have you ‘one of those’ days? You know the type of day I mean. One of those days when you could have a lie in and the postman gets you out of bed at 7am. Or one of those days when you sleep through your alarm and wake up 5 minutes after you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Warning For The Wicked Rich And Strength For The Saints Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 4, 2012

1. God gives a warning to the wicked rich. 2. God gives strength to the suffering saints: -Keep your perspective (vs. 1-6). -Keep your prayer life (vs. 4). -Keep your patience (vs. 7-11). -Keep your peace (vs. 9 &12).

Christianity Where the Rubber Meets the Road Part 11: A Warning for the Wicked Rich and Strength for the Saints James 5:1-12 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - April 29, 2012 *George Barna did a survey that showed the average American adult thinks their finances would be great, -- If ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Electing A Savior Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 24, 2012

Jesus wasn’t "attractive" enough to be elected president, let alone Savior. But why wasn’t Jesus desirable to the people of His day? What message did He preach that the masses reject Him?

OPEN: How many of you have noticed that there’s a Presidential election coming up? (This met with a certain amount of laughter). Just a few weeks ago, the Republican Party - and then the Democratic Party - had their political conventions where they officially nominated their candidate. There was ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Two Roads, Two Teachings Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Apr 27, 2013

Near the end of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus explains the essential of being able to judge and discern false teachings and the road that will lead to eternal destruction.

Two Roads, Two Teachings Matthew 7:13-23 In our last study we looked at Jesus’ famous words from Matthew 7: 7: "Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-23

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Vine

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Feb 15, 2016

This message looks at the I AM statement of Jesus that he is the Vine. The message considers the action of the Gardener and the actions of the Branches.

I Am the Vine (many of the ideas in this message come from various messages at sermon central with the same or similar title, contributed by K. Edward Skidmore, SC Smead, and Douglas Phillips) Scripture: John 15:1-8 This is the seventh of our series on the “I Am” statements of ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

What Of My Work? A Broken Heart

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 16, 2023

Let us consider: WHAT OF MY WORK? PERHAPS THIS BROKEN HEART WILL CLEAR MY FAITH. By faith we must overcome obstacles.

WHAT OF MY WORK?… A BROKEN HEART CAN CLEAR UP OUR VISION. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) (Several part lesson.) Psalm 66:10 For thou, O God, hast proved us: thou hast tried us, as silver is tried. We are working under the premise: SOMETIMES THE ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 66:10, Proverbs 17:3, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Kingdom Divided: Israel Splits Between Rehoboam & Jeroboam

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 12, 2021

During the civil war in the United States 620,000 people died, because a kingdom had been divided. The nation divided politically, over the issue of slavery, and the northern states fought a long bloody war to end slavery forever in the USA.

During the civil war in the United States 620,000 people died, because a kingdom had been divided. The nation divided politically, over the issue of slavery, and the northern states fought a long bloody war to end slavery forever in the USA. In the end they were victorious, but the cost was more ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 4:8-11 - Message 14 - Do Not Become Wallowing Sows In Bondage – Protect Your Freedom In Christ Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 1, 2024

The Galatians had exchanged the bondage of idolatry for the bondage of the Law. False teachers promise freedom but chain their adherents in bonds. Our freedom in Christ must be protected. Do not use your freedom as an excuse to sin.

THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 4:8-11 - MESSAGE 14 - DO NOT BECOME WALLOWING SOWS IN BONDAGE – PROTECT YOUR FREEDOM IN CHRIST [PART A] Galatians 4:8 However at that time, when you did not know God, you were slaves to those which by nature are no gods, Galatians 4:9 but now that you have come ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-11, 2 Peter 2:19-22, Colossians 2:20, Galatians 1:9, Galatians 5:1, 2 Peter 2:19, 2 Timothy 3:13, 1 Peter 2:16, Colossians 2:16-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Eighth Commandment (9 Of 12)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 14, 2022

These commandments deal with every segment of society.

Illus: A preacher was talking to a teenage girl one day about the Lord when she told him, “I have a hard time living up to the Bible." Then she added, "But I do try to live up to the ten commandments." To hear this young lady talk you would think she rejects all scripture except the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Worry… Be Happy!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 22, 2022

Several years ago the #1 song on the pop charts was titled: “Don’t Worry, Be Happy”.

It was an upbeat song with an upbeat message. While there was no theological message intended in the song, I think we Christians could take a lesson from the concept it employs. This song’s concept of “Don’t Worry, Be Happy!” should be the desire and experience of every Christian. In the world ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Of The Matter. Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 31, 2020

Following Christ’s message is essential, but we have to be cautious not to become what he was preaching against.

The Heart of the Matter Matthew 7:1-23 Following Christ’s message is essential, but we have to be cautious not to become what he was preaching against. SLIDE #1 INTRODUCTION • Since the opening words of the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus turned the world of His audience upside down with His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Your Eternal Reward - The Judgment Of The Believer

Contributed by Cris Willis on Sep 22, 2007

The person you are today will determine the rewards you will receive tomorrow.

INTRODUCTION: Although all Christians have been saved by faith, Christ will still judge them for the “deeds [done] in the body…whether good or bad” (II Corinthians 5:10). How well or poorly we do here might indeed determine our status in heaven for all eternity. God is seeking a bride who can sit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:12-15

Denomination: Church Of God