Sermons on be gentle: showing 256-270 of 17,015

Mothers’ Day: God Loves Mothers!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Mar 13, 2010

A short talk given on Mothering Sunday to a Church full of visitors, hence the gentle nature of the talk. God loves mothers, and he calls us to pass on the comfort that he gives to us.

It was brought to my attention this week that most mothers hate four-letter words. In a poll conducted by a market research company it was discovered that the most unpopular four-letter words amongst mothers are ‘cook’, ‘wash’, ‘iron’; and my favourite of all: ‘dust’. An old Jewish proverb says ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-7

Denomination: Anglican

"blessed Are The Meek"

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Apr 29, 2023

"Blessed are the Meek" is one of the Beatitudes, a set of teachings given by Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount. This specific Beatitude states that those who are humble, patient, and gentle will be blessed and inherit the earth.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Matthew 5:5) "Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth." (Psalms 37:11) "But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace." (James ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5, Psalm 37:11, James 3:13, Matthew 11:28-30, Psalm 25:9, 1 Peter 3:15, Titus 3:2, Colossians 3:12, Galatians 5:22-23, Isaiah 29:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Let The Word And The Spirit Recharge You Emotionally, Mentally And Spiritua

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Mar 6, 2004

The joy of the Lord is our strength, energizer and health. What a privilege to draw from the lifespring water of God’s love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, gentleness, faithfulness and self-control.

Let the Word and the Spirit Recharge You Emotionally, Mentally and Spiritually Illustration: Everyone needs recognition for his accomplishments, but few people make the need known quite as clearly as the little boy who said to his father: "Let’s play darts. I’ll throw and you say ’Wonderful!’" ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:13-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preparation Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 2, 2011

How do you prepare for death or the Lord’s coming? Paul tell us how to prepare. 1- Rejoice in the Lord 2- Be gentle toward all 3- Trust the Lord in prayer

INTRO.- Preparation is important in all of life. ILL.- Some guy wrote: “One morning I went out to start car to go to church. Flat tire. Lucky I had a spare. I changed tire quickly and was on my way. I didn’t think to drop spare off to be fixed. I thought, "I’ll get around to it." Within ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lazarus And The Dogs

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Sep 24, 2010

How has worldliness and sin clouded our view of other people and their motives? What gentle touches have we missed because our hearts are hardened to God and fellow children of God?

September 26, 2010 18th Sunday after Pentecost Text Luke 16: 19-31 Grace mercy and peace from God the father and Christ Jesus our Lord. The Holy Spirit takes me to some interesting places when I am in the sermon preparation mode. In today’s Gospel the rich man certainly makes himself an easy ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Lutheran

In Christ - You Can Be Teachable Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 7, 2018

In Philippians 4:9 Paul equips us with the ability learn, receive, hear and see as we walk with the God of peace. This will enable us to live as those who are joyful, gentle, at peace and perceptive.

You can listen to the full message here:- http://www.nec.org.au/index.php/listen-to-a-sermon-series/in-christ-you-can/ Message Philippians 4:9 “You Can Be Teachable” You can’t teach an old dog new tricks. I’ve had this habit since I was in primary school. People will just have to accept me the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

By His Attitude. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 18, 2019

Paul’s message in the last four chapters of 2nd Corinthians is obvious: The Corinthians had better shape up before his next visit.

December 4, 2014 Tom Lowe The Second Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians Lesson IV.A.1: By His Attitude. (10:1–6). 2nd Corinthians 10:1-6 (NKJV) 1 Now I, Paul, myself am pleading with you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ—who in presence am lowly among you, but being absent am bold ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Nine Characteristics Of Wisdom From Above

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Nov 25, 2004

Failure to exude the wisdom from above leads to impurity, pickiness, harshness, unapproachableness, mercilessness, fruitlessness, wavering and dishonesty. True wisdom is pure, peacable, gentle, entreatable, merciful, fruitful, steadfast, honest that evide

Nine Characteristics of Wisdom from Above (James 3:17,18) "But the wisdom from above is first of all pure (undefiled); peace-loving, courteous (considerate, gentle); it is willing to yield to reason, full of compassion and good fruits; it is wholehearted and straight forward; impartial and ...read more

Scripture: James 3:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Promise Of Life

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Dec 18, 2009

There is that precious, opportunistic moment; when a gentle hand by a touch on the shoulder is able to magically remove the sting of failure from the midst of defeat,,, There is something about a shoulder that invites attention when we are slumped in sorr

Deut: The Promise of Life STATING THE SCRIPTURES (Deuteronomy 30:1-20) When all these blessings and curses I have set before you come upon you and you take them to heart wherever the LORD your God disperses you among the nations, and when you and your children return to the LORD your God and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:1-20

Denomination: Apostolic

Because He Is I Am

Contributed by Tammy Hardwick on Feb 1, 2014

With the day to day, the endless list of things that need to be done, the never ending mountains and valleys Christians all too often get lost in the lies of the world and need a gentle reminder of who they are - A Child of GOD!

(Before I began the message I gave each member a 3x5 index card and asked each person to do the following: With 1 to 5 words describe yourself when you are done pass the card to someone else *it is a little more fun if you are not related ask them to use 1 to 5 words to tell you who they think ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Vineyard

Introduction: Setting Our Sights On The Super 8 Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jul 2, 2015

Introduction: A Saint & Sinner alike are familiar with these phrases, “Blessed are the . . . poor in spirit, those who mourn, gentle, those who hunger & thirst for righteousness, merciful, pure in heart, peacemakers, persecuted.”

The Beatitudes: Summer Sermon Series Introduction: Setting Our Sights on the Super 8 (1 of 9) June 7, 2015 CFBC Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A Saint & Sinner alike are familiar with these phrases, “Blessed are the . . . poor in spirit, those who mourn, gentle, those ...read more

Scripture: James 2:18-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Mighty Meek Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 11, 2021

Meekness is that attitude of God when He said, "Come now let us reason together." All through the Bible the appeal is to be meek and gentle, for this is the only reasonable way to face life.

A dejected coach entered a telephone booth after losing out in the high school basketball tournament. When he discovered he didn't have a dime he called a passing student: "Hey! Lend me a dime so I can call a friend." The student reached into his pocket and pulled out two dimes. He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Dirty Dancing

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 27, 2019

Christ Followers can anticipate persecution from the world. However, they are called to live holy, gentle lives in the midst of a fallen world, honouring the Father through righteous lives and by inviting the lost salvation in Christ.

“When Herod’s birthday came, the daughter of Herodias danced before the company and pleased Herod, so that he promised with an oath to give her whatever she might ask. Prompted by her mother, she said, ‘Give me the head of John the Baptist here on a platter.’ And the king was sorry, but because ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Psalms Of Korah – Psalm 85 Part 2 - God's Wonderful Restoration In Peace And Mercy Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 5, 2022

God was gentle with Israel for constant failure. He worked with them for restoration and does the same for all His children who fail. True repentance is required. Love and truth meet and righteousness and peace kiss.

MESSAGE – THE PSALMS OF KORAH – PSALM 85 PART 2 - GOD'S WONDERFUL RESTORATION IN PEACE AND MERCY Psalm 85 For the choir director. A Psalm of the sons of Korah. In Part 1 we looked at God’s mercy and protection and Restoration and the way God brings back a failed Christian to Himself. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:9, James 4:8, Psalm 85:5-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Not Quite A Christian Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 21, 2022

The Savior saved us so we will speak about Him to those He sends us to.

How many of you remember the sermon from last weekend? Me either. Howard Hendricks used to say we have the potential of remembering 10% of what we hear, and that’s just the potential. Another pastor believes we forget 95% of a sermon after 72 hours. For us to remember, we need to hear things ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:1-32

Denomination: Baptist