Sermons on C Proper 18:

Go! And Walk In Godly Wisdom - James 3:13–18 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 20, 2025

So much of what comes “naturally” to us is shaped by sin, self, and the culture around us. But what the Holy Spirit compels us to do—that is divine wisdom at work.

Go! And Walk in Godly Wisdom - James 3:13–18 (A Sermon in the “Go! And…” Series) Introduction Good morning, Church. Today I want to begin with a quote from Dr Charles Stanley. He once said: “Earthly wisdom is doing what comes naturally. Godly wisdom is doing what the Holy Spirit compels us to ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18, Proverbs 9:10, 1 Corinthians 2:12-13, 1 Corinthians 1:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Everlasting Love And Righteousness Of God Psalm 103:17-18 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 29, 2024

Psalm 103:17-18 reminds us of the enduring nature of God's love and His faithfulness across generations. These verses not only encourage us but also challenge us to live in a manner worthy of such divine favour.

The Everlasting Love and Righteousness of God Psalm 103:17-18 Psalm 103:17-18 (NLT): "But the love of the Lord remains forever with those who fear him. His salvation extends to the children’s children of those who are faithful to his covenant, of those who obey his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:17-18, Lamentations 3:22-23, Proverbs 9:10, Deuteronomy 7:9, Exodus 19:5, John 14:15, Matthew 5:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Live In A Crooked World – Philippians 2:14-18 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Feb 2, 2022

People also need the truth. They need to hear the message of the gospel that we have. We have to live a life that’s consistent with our beliefs. That would be a great place to start, right?

Well last Sunday remember the sermon was about… Does anybody remember the sermon from last week? Yeah, it was about complaining. Okay. Complaining and disputing. We did the theology of complaining last week starting in Philippians 2:14. But there was some pushback at the small group. I really ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Healing From The Pain Of Unforgiveness. Matthew 18:21-35

Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 11, 2024

A message about learning how to deal with the pain of unforgiveness in our lives and the consequences.

Healing from the Pain of Unforgiveness, Matthew 18:21-35 Good Morning Stand with me and lift your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Fear A Redeemer? - 1 Peter 1:17-18 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 1, 2024

We will face judgment for our deeds, good and bad, on Judgment Day, and we also face judgment in the form of chastisement in this life. Both should affect our behavior.

1 Peter 1:17 Since you call on a Father who judges each man's work impartially, live your lives as strangers here in reverent fear. 18 For you know that it was not with perishable things such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the worthless way of life handed down to you from your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-18

That’s Not Fair! - 1 Peter 2:18-19 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 22, 2024

Why doesn't the Bible condemn slavery?

1 Peter 2:18 Slaves, submit yourselves to your masters with all respect, not only to those who are good and considerate, but also to those who are harsh. 19 For it is commendable if a man bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God. 20 But how is it to your credit if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-19

Walking In The Spirit: Transformed By Truth Galatians 5:16-18 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 16, 2024

Galatians 5:16. This verse invites us to walk in the Spirit, embracing a life led by the transformative truth of God's Word. As we delve into the Bible, may our hearts be open to the guidance and empowerment of the Holy Spirit.

Walking in the Spirit: Transformed by Truth Introduction: Today, let us explore the transformative power of God's truth found in Galatians 5:16. This verse invites us to walk in the Spirit, embracing a life led by the transformative truth of God's Word. As we delve into the New Living ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16, Romans 8:14, Galatians 5:17, Galatians 5:24, Galatians 5:18, Romans 8:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

It’s Party Time - Mark 2:18-22 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 29, 2023

Jesus is asked why his disciples don’t engage in the expected fasting like John’s and the Pharisees. Answer: his presence is the arrival of God as bridegroom bringing salvation to Israel, so fasting would be inappropriate.

Mark 2:18 Now John’s disciples and the Pharisees were fasting. Some people came and asked Jesus, “How is it that John’s disciples and the disciples of the Pharisees are fasting, but yours are not?” 19 Jesus answered, “How can the guests of the bridegroom fast while he is with them? They cannot, so ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:18-22

Fixing Our Eyes On The Eternal 2 Corinthians 4:18 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 17, 2024

2 Corinthians 4:18 calls us to shift our focus from the temporal to the eternal, transforming our perspective and our lives.

Transformed by Truth: Fixing Our Eyes on the Eternal 2 Corinthians 4:18 Introduction Today, we delve into the profound truth found in 2 Corinthians 4:18. This verse calls us to shift our focus from the temporal to the eternal, transforming our perspective and our lives. 2 Corinthians 4:18 (NLT): ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:18, Romans 8:18, Matthew 6:19-20, Colossians 3:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Answering The Call To Follow Jesus Matthew 4:18-20 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 11, 2024

Matthew 4:18-20 captures the essence of discipleship and our response to Jesus' call.

Answering the Call to Follow Jesus Matthew 4:18-20 Today, we will delve into a profound moment in the New Testament where Jesus calls His first disciples. The title of our sermon is "Transformed by Truth: Answering the Call to Follow Jesus," based on Matthew 4:18-20. This passage ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-20, Matthew 4:19, John 10:27, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Matthew 4:20, Luke 9:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Have A Great Marriage - Genesis 2:18-25 Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Jul 23, 2021

I think that sometimes when we get to this subject of marriage we find ourselves in a challenging place and we need to be able to acknowledge it.

Each week I create a title for the sermon and I do that because they create images and they put this online so that we can find it the next time it comes out or that something else happens. So we can find it in our blog and so on. This week I created the title for this message: How to Have a Great ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Prophet Like Moses: An Exposition Of Deuteronomy 18:15-20

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 16, 2021

Jesus is the fulfillment of the prophecy of Moses spoken more than a thousand years earlier

A Prophet Like Moses: An Exposition of Deuteronomy 18:15-20 We have an insatiable desire for information. We feel that we can deal with all the problems we face if only we can become better informed. And there are a lot of people who want to provide you with information, usually for money. Some ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:15-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lesson 12 - Explanation Of Divine Involvement (1:17-18) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021

The writer addresses the dilemma concerning the existence of evil and suffering in the world. “Either God is not all good, or He is not all-powerful.”

Tom Lowe 2/1/2021 Lesson 12 - EXPLANATION OF DIVINE INVOLVEMENT (1:17-18) Text - James 1:17-18 (KJV) 17Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning. 18Of his own will begat he us ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 22. The Discipline Of Attitudes (James 3:13-18) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 3, 2021

Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show by his good behavior his deeds in the gentleness of wisdom.

13Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show by his good behavior his deeds in the gentleness of wisdom. 14But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your heart, do not be arrogant and so lie against the truth. 15This wisdom is not that which comes down from above, but is ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 34. The Illustration Of Elijah (James 5:17-18) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 3, 2021

Elijah was a man with a nature like ours, and he prayed earnestly that it would not rain; and it did not rain on the land for three years and six months.

Lesson Text: James 5:17-18 (NKJV) 17. Elijah was a man with a nature like ours, and he prayed earnestly that it would not rain; and it did not rain on the land for three years and six months. 18. And he prayed again, and the heaven gave rain, and the earth produced its ...read more

Scripture: James 5:17-18

Denomination: Baptist