Sermons on Christian Ethic:

Riches Badly...

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 3, 2012

A sermon from Hosea 12:7-9 on riches badly used, riches badly made, and riches badly ended (Outline from Pulpit Commentary)

HoHum: Amanda Krill- It’s not personal, it’s just business. I’m sure you’ve heard that phrase.  They say it a lot in the movie The Godfather.  But that’s a movie about the mafia, and I’m pretty sure we can all agree their ethics are questionable at best.  In my ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 12:7-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Love Of God And The Ten Commandments

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 26, 2015

God tries to restore our relationship with him through the Ten Commandments and the two Great Commandments. We can’t ignore this relationship. If it is to be an exclusive relationship, God must be our number one priority.

The Ten Commandments define the life God wants us to have with him and with each other. Every aspect of our lives is to show that we belong to God. The Ten Commandments are minimum standards for a just society and are the framework for how we are to live our lives. We are to reflect God’s ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-21

Denomination: Anglican

Speaking & Boasting Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Our words have the power to bring life or death. We must be mindful of how we use them, ensuring they reflect our faith and the love of Christ.

James kicks off by saying that teachers and preachers are gonna be judged more strictly because their words carry a lot of weight. Our words can make a huge difference, and if we can get a handle on what we say, we can control our whole selves. Imagine this: You're playing a video game, and you're ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18, James 4:1-17

Topics: Communication, Verbal Influence, Speech Ethics, Language Power

The Power Of Words Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 9, 2024

Our words have immense power. They can direct, destroy, and reveal the condition of our hearts. We should be intentional with our words, using them to guide others toward God, speak words of encouragement and blessing, and reflect His love and truth.

Hey guys! Today, we're gonna chat about something we all use every day - words. You know, those things we text, tweet, and sometimes even say out loud. They're more powerful than you might think. They can build up or tear down, create understanding or confusion, and bring people closer to God or ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Topics: Communication, Verbal Influence, Speech Ethics, Language Power

Liar, Liar Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 15, 2014

Jesus is the truth, so too should His people be people of the truth.

“Liar, Liar” Matthew 5:33-37 The term “ethic” refers to moral principles which govern the behavior of a person or a group. The root word is “ethos” which is the Greek word for “character”. A person or group is characterized by the principles ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unfortunate, The Hothead, And The Believer Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 1, 2014

As representatives of our Lord and Savior, we want to reflect the ethical behavior that should characterize God’s people. Today we will look at two ethics we need to embrace.

The Unfortunate, the Hothead, and the Believer (Proverbs 22:22-25) 1. A rabbinic story tells about a group of people traveling in a boat. One passenger takes out a drill and begins drilling a hole under his seat. The other passengers, quite understandably, complain that this action may cause the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:22-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Doe It Mean To Be A Christian

Contributed by Willie Fagg on Nov 17, 2007

Evangelism

There is much confusion among the general public, as well as the religious community, concerning what it means to be a "Christian." Does it mean assenting to a particular belief-system? Does it mean consenting to a prescribed morality pattern? Does it mean changing and improving one’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Judging The Right Way: Every Christian’s Calling Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 31, 2003

It is good for Christians to judge--the right way. The modern understanding of "do not judge" is merely relativism. If there are no rights or wrongs, naturally one cannot judge. But there are rights and wrongs, and there is a right and wrong way to judg

Judging the Right Way: Every Christian’s Calling (Matt. 7:1-6) Note: If you are interested in more information about interpreting the Sermon on the Mount, please consider my book, "The Midrash Key" (by Ed Vasicek) available through Amazon.com Intro --Review Persons of Trinity, Golden Rule, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6, John 7:24-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Most Christians Fail To Become Good Christians

Contributed by Ronnie Thrower on Mar 22, 2002

Why do we fail to grow and mature as we should

WHY MOST CHRISTIANS FAIL TO BECOME GOOD CHRISTIANS Text: Acts 15:35-40 II Timothy 4:6-11 Have you ever seen somebody get saved and join the church or maybe some family joins the church and the first thing you think is, "Boy, these are going to be good people." After they have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-11, Acts 15:35-40

Denomination: Baptist

"How Christians Should Respond To A Non-Christian World"

Contributed by Phil Anderson on May 31, 2004

This sermon was written after the 10 Commandments were removed from the Supreme Court Building in Alabama. It is a Biblical response to a society or government that is anything but Biblical.

“How Christians Should Respond to a Non-Christian World” I Timothy 2:1-5 & Titus 3:1-2 1TI 2:1 I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone-- 2 for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-5, Titus 3:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

6. Real Life Christianity Vs "Hallmark” Christianity Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Mar 9, 2006

All Christians should understand that Real Life Christianity does not always have “happy endings”, but it is still a lifestyle worth living.

INTRO: Enjoyed watching “The Polar Express” DVD last December. Our kids are at the age where there is bit of doubt about the reality of Santa Claus. But after watching the movie – they were true believers once again! It just HAD to be real! But we know a time will come when they will grow ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:8-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do Unchristians Find Us Unchristian?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 15, 2010

Christ-like Christians are a blessing to God and a delight to others.

Title: Do unChristians Find Us unChristian? Text: Luke 13:10-17 Thesis: Christ-like Christians are a blessing to God and a delight to others. Introduction The story of “The Trojan Horse” comes to us out of Greek mythology. It is the story of how the Greeks laid siege to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“a Sychar Christian Or A Cana Christian?”

Contributed by Mike Reed on Jul 4, 2014

Jesus encountered two types of people during His ministry: those who accepted Him, believed in Him, and regarded Him as a teacher with remarkable, God-given authority, or those who just wanted a miracle. The same is still true today.

“A Sychar Christian or a Cana Christian?” John 4:39-53 Sermon by Rev. Mike Reed May 4, 2014 Swan Quarter, North Carolina 1874 – Methodists approach Sam Sadler, ask him to sell property in center of town near courthouse. He refused. They accepted property given to them in ...read more

Scripture: John 4:39-53

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Challenge Sermon Vii: Disciplined Christian Living Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Dec 12, 2019

In times like these, disciplined Christian living comes naturally to kingdom dwellers who truly desire to follow in the steps of Jesus and therefore give priority to giving, praying, doing.

CHRISTIAN CHALLENGE SERMON VII: DISCIPLINED CHRISTIAN LIVING Long ago the psalmist said poetically what you and I have learned as the years have gone by: “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Desktop Computer Christians 2 - Laptop Computer Christians Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 6, 2013

Part 2 of this series focuses on Christians who has a laptop computer mentality as it relates to how they walk in their relationship with Christ.

Desktop Computer Christians Part 2 Laptop Computer Christians Scriptures: Matt. 28:18-20; 2 Tim. 2:15; 4:3-4; 1 Cor. 15:58 Introduction: This morning I will take up where I left off on last week. As you may recall, last week I discussed the desktop computer Christians. The desktop computer ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational