Sermons on Christian Abuser:

Being A Christian Spouse In A Hostile Home Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on May 31, 2008

How Christians live in a marriage with a non-Christian spouse.

We have been going through Jesus’ disciple Peter’s first letter. Last week we looked at how we, as Christians, live as citizens of God’s kingdom, heaven, while still living here on earth in a society which frequently does not share our values. Peter’s particular focus was on how we live under the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

The Christian Teacher’s Integrity

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 18, 2011

James highlighted the grave responsibility of the Christian teacher’s integrity. Inconsistencies may exist which can undermine the Christian teacher’s integrity. 4 Inconsistencies undermining the Christian teacher’s integrity are...

The Christian Teacher’s Integrity—James 3:1-18 Attention: The teachers we remember: Elementary School: Mrs. Kluttz—1st grade Mrs. Smeltzer—2nd grade Mrs. Elaine Kluttz—4th grade These all expressed such love for us. They cared about our hurts & wanted us to succeed. In a way, these were sort of ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

What Does The Bible Say About The Christian’s Relationship With The Government?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 25, 2021

What do Paul and Peter have to say about the Christian and government? Is the church allowed to pursue the violent overthrow of secular governments? What should be our focus if it's not the accumulation of earthly power?

- We are going to dig into a subject this morning that is challenging. We are going to be talking about church and state. It’s one we don’t talk about particularly often. - As we start, I want to acknowledge up front that these passages are difficult. I want to say that I don’t like everything ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7, 1 Peter 2:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Spirituality Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 1, 2012

We are free in Christ, yes, but how is that freedom to be used? How can it be abused?

1 Corinthians 10:1-5 Spirituality 1/25/04 D. Marion Clark Introduction Let’s review the issue being addressed. The Corinth Church is abusing a correct doctrine, which is that we are free in Christ Jesus from having to observe regulations and restrictions in order to find favor with God. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Beware Of Bad Advice Series

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jun 2, 2008

This is the 4th sermon in the series on the fallout from King David’s decision with Bathsheba. Bad Advice can lead us astray. See the video or download audio at www.glenvillenewlife.com

Made For A Mission-Beware of Bad Advice April 27, 08 2 Samuel 13:1-9 Philippians 4:4-9 There is only one thing worse than some bad advice, and that’s getting some bad advice and following it. How many of you have ever gotten some bad advice in your life? You were made for a mission, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Struggle Never Ends Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 16, 2019

We humans think that we can be happiest when there is no struggle, when we can just coast. . .But that is not the state of society when there are still many who have not accepted and begun to live the call of Christ.

Thursday of the 6th Week in Course 2019 St. Peter Damian Life after original sin came into the human family is a continual struggle. The story of a great flood is found in more than one culture. Here in our first reading we see God establishing a covenant after the flood between Himself, Noah and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:1-13, Mark 8:27-33

Denomination: Catholic

The Willing Kinsman Redeemer

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 17, 2014

Let's discuss two common accusations (against a willing kinsman redeemer and the atonement) in our day

HoHum: How can you tell if a redneck wedding is formal? The shotgun is painted white. WBTU: Is Boaz willing to marry Ruth and redeem Naomi’s land? In chapter 3 we find that Boaz agrees to do this. In chapter 4 we find that he confronts this near of kin to see if he will redeem. We find ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When A Leader Of The Church Creates A Scandal Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 25, 2018

The Holy Ghost has the power to sweep up the shards and make from this mess a magnificent mosaic of Christ.

Fourteenth Sunday in Course: Extraordinary Lectionary The Church is in a “time that tries men's souls,” and it is not God who has put us in this trial by fire. A good friend of mine is a convert to the Catholic faith, and recently told me that if she were in the decision phase of that conversion ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-24, Psalm 83:10-11, Matthew 6:24-33

Denomination: Catholic

Gospel Without Charge

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 15, 2020

If you could not be paid to preach would you pay to preach?

1Co 9:17 For if I do this thing willingly, I have a reward: but if against my will, a dispensation of the gospel is committed unto me. 18 What is my reward then? Verily that, when I preach the gospel, I may make the gospel of Christ without charge, that I abuse not my power in the gospel. From ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:17-18, 2 Corinthians 11:7, 2 Corinthians 11:20

Denomination: Baptist

God's Justice For Those Who Cheat, Lie, Abandon And Betray Woman. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 23, 2024

The Bible warns us that our actions have consequences, and those who cheat, lie, and betray others in relationships will not go unpunished by God.

Let us explore the scriptural truth about God's justice and the consequences of deceitful behavior. The Bible teaches us that God values and respects women, and those who use them for false love and play with their emotions will face His judgment. In Leviticus 19:11, God commands, "You ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:25, Matthew 25:44-45, Isaiah 3:13-15

Righteousness Will Never Be Forgotten By God Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 28, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore some examples that demonstrate God's remembrance of righteousness.

The Bible emphasizes the importance of living a righteous life, and assures us that God will never forget our righteous deeds. In this sermon, we will explore seven biblical examples that demonstrate God's remembrance of righteousness. 1. Noah's Righteousness Saved His Family Genesis ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:2-6

"Saints Both Weak And Strong" Romans Pt. 20 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Sep 6, 2007

Romans 14 challenges the “Saint” to look out for their brothers and sisters in Christ and to make sure that they don’t become a stumbling block or obstacle. They need to do this because one day they will stand before the Judgment Seat of Christ and give a

“Saints Both Weak and Strong!” Romans pt. 20 Opening Illustration: Louie Giglio: What is God’s Purpose for My Life? From Blue Fish Tv.com Point: Our teacher in this illustration helps us to see that the purpose for my life is also wrapped up in the way I live my life on a daily basis. It deals ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Stedfastness (Sermon On Christian Growth)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Jul 28, 2023

Today I will be preaching from the Book of James about Christian growth.

We will be dealing with the CHRISTIAN AND HIS STEADFASTNESS. Look at verses 7-8. We read, “Be patient therefore, brethren, unto the coming of the Lord. Behold, the husbandman waiteth for the precious fruit of the earth, and hath long patience for it, until he receive the early and latter rain. Be ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:22-24, James 5:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

"An Old-Fashioned Christian"

Contributed by Danny Moss on Jan 5, 2002

This sermon details some of the characteristics of the true people of God.

AN OLD-FASHIONED CHRISTIAN Text: Acts 11:26 Introduction- I’m afraid that the modern day definition of a Christian that some people proclaim just won’t fit into the Bibical description of what a true child of God is like. A true believer, according to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:26

Denomination: Baptist

How To Live A Christian Life Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Oct 23, 2001

Paul gives three simple steps to how to live the Christian live -- Seek Christ, Think Christ, and Live Christ!

How does one BE Christian? How do you live the Christian life? Paul offers three very simple steps in the passage we read this morning, and I want us to walk through them today. The first step is very simple -- seek Christ. There is an old Candid Camera episode. You remember that old ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-10, Colossians 3:1

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed