Sermons on Causing Conflict:

Economy Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Aug 19, 2012

As we consider politics according to the Bible, we examine what the Bible has to say about the economy.

Scripture Years ago I came across the following somewhat humorous view of the economic policies of different political systems: • In Communism, if you have two cows, the government takes both of them and gives you part of the milk. • In Socialism, if you have two cows, the government ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Master Submission Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Aug 21, 2012

Self-centeredness and the 'me first' attitude permeate our culture. But Paul points us in a different direction.

“Building Quality Relationships: With Christians – Master Submission” Phil. 2:1-11 & Eph. 5:18-21 Michael Hernandez has written a piece called “Property Laws as Viewed by a Toddler.” Included are the following toddler laws: “If I like it, it’s mine. If ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Being Reminded To Do Good

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Sep 3, 2016

How does one reach a fallen world that glorifies sin? Is their a right and wrong way to preach the Gospel? In Paul's message to Titus we find that loving people and doing good deeds is the only way to reach them.

BEING REMINDED TO DO GOOD TITUS 3:1-8 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 I want you to imagine what it must have been like to establish an early Christian church during a time period when beliefs were as diverse as the stars in the sky. Each time Rome conquered a place ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Genealogy Of The King Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Nov 24, 2014

Matthew begins the story of Jesus with a genealogy to establish the fact that our faith is grounded on fact and history, not myth and legend.

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Scripture: Matthew 1:3-16

Denomination: Baptist

Walking On Water, But There Is Much More To This Miracle.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Aug 14, 2017

There is much more to the miracle of Jesus walking on the water. It is story of how our lives are determined and directed by God; a story preparing us to meet with him in all eternity.

This sermon was delivered to Holy Trinity in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 13th August 2017 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). 1 Kings 19:9-18 Psalm 85:8-13 Romans 10:5-15 Matthew 14:22-33 Psalm 19:14: Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33, 1 Kings 19:9-18

Denomination: Episcopal

Abram And Lot Seperate

Contributed by Gary Holt on Apr 27, 2018

this is a verse by verse study of Genesis 13.

Genesis series 3 Genesis 13:1-18 “Lot and Abram separate” Credit: “Letting God Choose”, by David Owns sermoncentral.com June 19, 2017. I used his introduction and the concluding illustration. “THE COLLEGE PRESS NIV COMMENTARY: GENESIS VOLUME 2” Paul J. Kissling Let’s Make a Deal How many of you ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stand Firm Against The Flesh Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 1, 2018

Message 20 from Philippians. This continues exploring the admonition to stand firm. Stand firm against the flesh.

“Stand Firm Against the Flesh” Paul addressed the important things around which to align our life that enables us to find joy no matter what in a letter written to followers of Jesus living in the Greek city called Philippi. 1. ADOPT THE RIGHT AXIS – A Passion to praise Christ 2. MAINTAIN THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:16-17, 1 Corinthians 3:1-4

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Spiritual Resolution Series

Contributed by John Sears on Jan 30, 2014

This message sets the tone for why we need to grow in maturity as followers of Jesus. It is not just something for leaders and new believers. We are all called to grow. That spiritual maturing is marked by the phrase, "More and more."

Scripture Reading: Galatians 5:13-23 13 You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh[a]; rather, serve one another humbly in love. 14 For the entire law is fulfilled in keeping this one command: “Love your neighbor as ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-23, 2 Corinthians 13:11

Denomination: Christian Church

Worship With A Clear Conscience

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Feb 7, 2014

In our verses for today, we will look at what worship is all about from the point of view of Jesus. He connects worship with three of the seven key areas of our lives. The Financial, the Intellectual and the Relational aspects.

Matthew 5:23-24 New International Version (NIV) 23 “Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, 24 leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:23-24

Denomination: Nazarene

Maintaining Focus Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Apr 2, 2014

As long as we are in the midst of our journey in this world, we are subject to distractions. How do we maintain our focus?

“Maintaining Focus” 1 Jn. 2:15-17 & Phil. 3:1-14 A young woman is taking her final exam. She’s excited and relieved because the teacher asked the right questions and she really knows the answers. But part way through the test she looks out the window and sees her boyfriend ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Wiles Of Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by Douglas Phillips on Sep 16, 2015

WHEN THE HOLY SPIRIT DREW US TO CHRIST, AND WE ACCEPTED HIM AS LORD AND SAVIOR, WE BEGAN WHAT WILL BE A LIFELONG STRUGGLE AGAINST SATAN. HIS PURPOSE IS TO DESTROY OUR WITNESS FOR THE LORD, AND THUS DESTROY THE REPUTATION OG GOD TO THOSE AROUND US.

THE WILES OF SPIRITUAL WARFARE EPHESIANS 6:10-13 WE ARE INVOLVED IN A SERIES DEALING WITH SPIRITUAL WARFARE AND HOW IT EFFECTS US HERE IN CAMPBELLTION. ALL CHRISTIANS ARE INVOLVED IN SPIRITUAL WARFARE OF VARIOUS FORMS. WE WERE ALL AT ONE TIME ENSLAVED TO THE DARKNESS OF SIN. WE HAD NO POWER ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

God The Gardener

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 6, 2012

God wants us to grow. Like plants, if we actually want to grow, we’ve got to be pruned. God’s discipline is always loving. Accepting it is the key to becoming who God means us to be.

In Hampton Court near London (start video-http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SxzG6C-jrwE), there is a grapevine under glass; it is about 1,000 years old and has but one single root which is at least two feet thick. A formidable root. Some of the branches are 200 feet long. Without careful tending, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Call To Be A Hero

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on May 27, 2012

The key to a successful death is a purposeful life

This morning we have a challenge before us. We are recognizing those who have graduated from high school and college as well as those who have graduated in even larger ways. We are remembering this weekend those who fought and died in our nation’s military and we should also ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-40

How To Grieve Without Obsessing

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jul 5, 2011

Christians have the emotional and spiritual resources to cope with loss.

20110703 The Third Sunday After Pentecost - Web Site Title: How to Grieve without Obsessing Text: II Samuel 1 – 2:7 Thesis: Christians have the emotional and spiritual resources to cope with loss. Introduction On July 4, 1776, just 235 years ago, the Continental Congress adopted The ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Our Refuge

Contributed by John Perry on Jul 13, 2011

We all have to live in a troubled world & to make matters worse we all have personal troubles we have to work through. God's plan however is that we would fine a place of refuge in all the troubles of life.

Bunbury Sun am 10/072011 “God our refuge” Intro: *** The famed survival expert Bear Grylls was shooting a survival show in Norway not too long ago teaching people how to survive in some of the worst weather conditions. Parts of Norway are known for being amongst the wettest places in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 9:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal