Sermons on Bitterness:

"Words From The Cross: 'father Forgive Them'"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 18, 2015

A sermon from the series "Words from the Cross."

"Words from the Cross: 'Father, forgive them.'" Luke 23:26-27, 32-34 Nearly all of us have been hurt by the actions or words of someone else. And these wounds can leave us with lasting feelings of anger, bitterness or even revenge. And if we hold grudges, if we aren't able to forgive--we are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:26-34

Denomination: United Methodist

Think Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 16, 2015

Using Ephesians 4 let's improve our communication (Material adapted from Wayne A. Mack's book, Strengthening Your Marriage, Unit 4 Good Communication, pgs. 65- 67 and several sermons on Sermon Central)

HoHum: While attending a marriage seminar on communication... Tom and his wife Peg listened to the instructor declare, "It is essential that husbands and wives know the things that are important to each other." He addressed the men, "Can you describe your wife's favorite flower?" Tom leaned ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is My Response In An "even Though" Moment Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Oct 6, 2021

You ask what are those "even though" moments? It is when the situation that is starring you in the face is not good, but you can find strength in that situation because of God.

Introduction: Last week, we began our new series "Even Though" by looking at Jeremiah's "even though" moment. Jeremiah is looking around at his beloved Israel and the damage done by the Babylonian invasion. Property has been destroyed, friends have been killed and others ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Ready Or Not! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 14, 2021

It is the most wonderful time of the year! But are we ready? Has it caught us off guard? How do we handle a season we which we aren’t prepared?

Christmas Is Coming! Pt. 1 - Ready or Not! Introduction It is hard to believe it is the month of December much less almost Christmas. This year at times has seemed like a lifetime while at other moments it is a blur. We find ourselves in the most nostalgic time of year. Visions of sugar plums ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-49, Luke 2:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Apathy, Half-Heartedness, Change

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 4, 2021

Has your daily life destroyed your love of living. Apathy and half-heartedness has stolen our first love. King Jehoahaz took lightly the old preacher's plan for a complete victory. Does your zeal show?

APATHY: HALF-HEARTED: WHAT DO I DO TO CHANGE…. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Deuteronomy 6:5 And thou shalt love the LORD thy God with all thine heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy might. AGREE OR DISAGREE: ONLY I CAN CHANGE MY LIFE. NO ONE ELSE CAN DO IT FOR ME? ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:5, Proverbs 29:18, Revelation 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living A Surrendered Life

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on May 20, 2024

As believers, we are to live out the transformation that has taken place on the inside. It is easy to state that one is a believer and follower of Christ; it is an entirely different matter to live in such a way that others can see evidence of the professed relationship with Christ.

Living a Surrendered Life Ephesians 4:25-32 We have discussed much in recent weeks regarding the obligations and responsibilities of believers within the body of Christ. Paul has painted a detailed picture of how the church should look and the witness presented unto a watching world. While the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Naomi's Crisis Of Meaning Series

Contributed by John Huyser on Sep 16, 2024

Life IS more complicated than you think given all of our identities. Through Naomi's meaning crisis we explore our own identity crisis and how God drives home the solution.

INTRODUCTION: 196 Last week, our first reading of Ruth changed how we see God’s providence and activity in our lives. We don't get God's attention until His timer reaches zero. We learned that we can be hopeful because He's active in each of our lives all the time. His love for ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:15-22

Promotion Series

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jun 25, 2023

Third in the series of God's powerful Ps, that of promotion.

Promotion Today we will look at the third powerful “P” in our short series of the three Ps in the book of Psalms. The three powerful Ps are: Provision, Protection, and Promotion. Last week we looked at protection, so now let us look at those of promotion. We give thanks to You, O God, we give ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 75:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Primary Signs Of Jesus' Return - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Feb 27, 2023

The Bible doesn't specifically say what day Jesus will return to Earth to set up His Kingdom, but it does say it "will come like a thief in the night" and tells us some events that must occur first (1 Thessalonians 5:2 ESV).

"when you see all these things, you know that he is near, at the very gates. Truly, I say to you, this generation will not pass away until all these things take place." (Matthew 24:33-34 ESV) Let's look at the primary biblical signs of Jesus' return. 1. Gospel Preached ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:33-34, Isaiah 11:11, 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, 2 Thessalonians 2:1-8, Acts 3:19-21, 1 Corinthians 13:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

King Jeroboam Ii Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 2, 2024

I would like to highlight three things from these six verses: Jeroboam II was a magnificent but unspiritual King, Israel was an unsatisfied nation, and Yahweh was all sufficient God. What is your identity.

Text: 2 Kings 14:23-29 Theme: Jeroboam II Greetings: The Lord is good and His love endures forever. Introduction: Observation of the Text: Jeroboam II son of Jehoash, reigned forty-one years, did evil, did not turn away from sins of Jeroboam I, caused Israel to commit, restored the boundaries ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 14:23-29

Denomination: Methodist

The Desire Of All Nations Shall Come: A Sermon For The First Sunday In Advent

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Nov 22, 2024

The theme for the First Sunday in Advent is "hope." And hope is desire fulfilled.

The Desire of All Nations Shall Come Haggai 2:6–7 NKJV “For thus says the Lord of hosts: ‘Once more (it is a little while) I will shake heaven and earth, the sea and dry land; and I will shake all nations, and they shall come to the Desire of All Nations, and I will fill this temple with glory,’ ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:1-10, Haggai 2:6-7, Hebrews 12:26-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unholy Alliances Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Dec 28, 2025

The risk of joining hands with unbelievers in ungodly ventures

UNHOLY ALLIANCES – The risk of joining hands with unbelievers in ungodly ventures By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Chronicles 18:1-4; Judges 2:1-3 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 13:20; 2 Corinthians 6:14-18; Psalm 1:1-3; Amos 3:3; Joshua 23:11-13; 1 Kings 11:1-11 INTRODUCTION There are moments ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 18:1-4, Judges 2:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Train Are You On?

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 29, 2025

Heaven delights those who love God most; board the Gospel Train now—holiness is joy, and Jesus is the destination.

(Holiness Is the Ticket Home) Introduction: All Aboard Every station hums with movement. Tracks stretch out like choices. Announcements echo: “Train departing in five minutes…” People are always going somewhere. Life is just like that. Every heart is en route—somewhere. Every choice is a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14, Revelation 22:17, Matthew 6:21, Matthew 7:13-14, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Joseph And Potiphar's Wife Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 16, 2022

Joseph is described as being well-built and handsome. These are the exact Hebrew words attributed to Rachel in 29:17. Joseph excels not only in proficiency but also in attractiveness. Perhaps because of this, his master's wife invites him to lie with her.

Potiphar's Wife and Joseph (She Lusted For Joseph) "Potiphar sees "that the Lord is with Joseph and that the Lord gives him success in everything he does." Genesis 39: Joseph and Potiphar's Wife The story follows Joseph's life in Egypt. Potiphar buys him as an enslaved ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:17

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Give Thanks

Contributed by Bruce Lee on May 28, 2025

The Apostle Paul had visited the city of Corinth and had started a church there.

I Will Give Thanks 10 He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and he will deliver us again. On him we have set our hope that he will continue to deliver us, 11 as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our behalf for the gracious favor granted us in answer to the prayers ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational