Sermons on Civil Justice:

How Rude Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 13, 2004

David, Pt. 6 of 15

HOW RUDE (1 SAMUEL 25) Public Agenda, a non-profit group, interviewed more than 2,000 people in its study on civility and manners called “Aggravating Circumstances: A Status Report on Rudeness in America.” The group revealed that eight in 10 Americans said a lack of respect and courtesy is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:1-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Rude

Contributed by Victor Yap on Jun 28, 2008

David, Pt. 6

HOW RUDE (1 SAMUEL 25) Public Agenda, a non-profit group, interviewed more than 2,000 people in its study on civility and manners called “Aggravating Circumstances: A Status Report on Rudeness in America.” The group revealed that eight in 10 Americans said a lack of respect and courtesy is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:1-35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

One Nation Under God!

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Jun 14, 2023

In July of 1776, our founding fathers & 56 men of faith & courage signed "The Declaration of Independence". On that day, those 56 signers pledged their lives, their fortunes, & their sacred honor to birth the land of the free & the home of the brave.

What was America like in July of 1776? As our founding fathers and 56 men of faith and courage signed their names to "The Declaration of Independence," it was considered to be their death certificate, because king George most assuredly would have killed every one of them had they won the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Be Wise About Self-Control Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 13, 2024

Proverbs has a lot to say about self-control as it relates to a number of things. But one of the most important areas we need to learn to exercise control is in the area of anger. Anger will destroy us without proper self-control.

A. I was recently reminded about an old story about Billy Martin and Mickey Mantle that I think is a good launching point for today’s sermon. 1. The story goes like this: One day Mickey Mantle took his friend and teammate, Billy Martin, with him to hunt on another friend’s ranch. 2. When they ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:28, Ephesians 4:26-27, Proverbs 29:22, Proverbs 14:17, Proverbs 14:29, Proverbs 19:19, Proverbs 30:33, Proverbs 12:18, Proverbs 29:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Facing The Giants Series

Contributed by Larry Pozza on Apr 25, 2007

A sermon following the Virginia Tech tragedy.

Facing the Giants Isaiah 58 Introduction A. This past week has confirmed to us once again that there are giants in the land. We often forget about them until they raise their ugly head and shout out to us from the street. a. Like Goliath starred down the Israelites in the valley of Elah (1 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Daniel Dreams A Dream

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Nov 19, 2022

This is an expository sermon in a series on Daniel.

Title: “Daniel’s Dream” Scripture: Daniel 7 Type: Expository Series Where: GNBC 11-20-22 Intro: One of my favorite scenes in “Les Miserables” (the musical) is when Fantine sings: “I Dreamed a Dream.” The song is a lament, and is sung in the musical by the desperate character Fantine, who has ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:1-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living In This World Series

Contributed by Dennis Clark on Feb 26, 2005

A look at Spiritual Growth according to Paul

Living in This World I. Conduct and attitude with regard to civil government (vs. 1) II. Conduct and attitude in regard to "All People" (vs. 2) III. Reason for Godly conduct and attitude (vs.3) ________________________________________________________________________ I. Conduct and attitude ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Great Possessions

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

Again this morning our study will encompass a large portion of the book of Joshua -- 9 chapters! For this reason I encourage you to read these chapters at home during the coming week.

Again this morning our study will encompass a large portion of the book of Joshua -- 9 chapters! For this reason I encourage you to read these chapters at home during the coming week. Some of the material may seem, quite frankly, mundane, in that a great deal of it consists of geographical details ...read more

A Story Of Folly, Favor, And Flood

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Apr 17, 2008

This sermon not only deals with the ravages of sin upon mankind, but also the fact that in the midst of deserved judgment, God is still willing to extend His grace, providing a means of deliverance from His wrath against sin. Noah and the Ark is a vivid e

A Story Of Folly, Favor, And Flood Text: Gen.6: 8 Intro: In my early years, as a member of the Primary or Junior Sunday school class, at Crestview Baptist Church, in Petal, Mississippi, I was often enthralled by the story of Noah and the Ark. Having a rather vivid imagination; I pictured ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:8

Denomination: Baptist

Was America Blessed Or Just Lucky?

Contributed by Dennis King on Oct 13, 2021

Our Creator has certainly blessed America in many marvelous ways: Abundant natural beauty is found all across our land, including timbered forests, lush green valleys, richly fertile farmlands, the bountiful Great Plains, snow-capped Rocky Mountains, and warm California beaches.

Was America God Blessed Or Just Lucky The history of the United States displays an uncanny pattern of receiving and reflecting God's blessings. Psalm 33:12 reads, “Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD, the people whom He has chosen for His own inheritance.” Our Creator has certainly ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12, 2 Chronicles 7:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

An Eye For An Eye - Matthew 5:38-39 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 20, 2024

It’s surprising to discover how many subtle ways we take revenge on those who hurt us. This message will help you discover them and show you the remedy Jesus gave us.

Matthew 5:38-42 "You have heard that it was said, 'Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.' 39 But I tell you, Do not resist an evil person. If someone strikes you on the right cheek, turn to him the other also. 40 And if someone wants to sue you and take your tunic, let him have your cloak ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

The God Who Is Real Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Jan 24, 2001

Three reasons to believe God is real, presented to people investigating the Christian faith.

One of the more creative movies to come out in the last few years was the Peter Wier film The Truman Show. The Truman Show is about a man named Truman Burbank--played by Jim Carey--who was adopted as a newborn by the OmniCam Corporation. The OmniCam corporation then created an entire city on a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:15-17, Acts 17:26-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"What About My Rights?" Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Apr 10, 2005

As a follower of Jesus Chist in a free America, how do I understand where rights and responsibilities meet? What rights DO I have?

“What About My Rights?” Matthew 5:38-42 Today more than ever, we hear people insisting that their “rights” be given to them – even rights that they don’t really have. As followers of Jesus Christ, we cannot help but wonder if we have the same or different rights as others, what our rights really ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Make America Godly Again

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jul 1, 2004

God's Word 'trumps' all ... including the new President. A timely look at the only way of escape from the looming destruction for which we are unwittingly poised. Includes link to PowerPoint.

Ps. 33:12-22 Get all resources for this sermon at: http://www.gracenotessermons.com/sermons/make-america-godly-again/ Our text begins: “Blessed is the nation whose…” And how does it continue? “…whose president is Trump”? Whose stocks are on the rise? / ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12-22

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Wants To Help Us Understand The Kingdom Of Heaven - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 10, 2022

King Jesus wants us to learn... 1. About His Lordship. 2. About His love. 3. About the lost. 4. About living in His light.

Jesus Wants to Help Us Understand the Kingdom of Heaven - Part 1 The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared May 10, 2022) BACKGROUND: *Please open your Bibles to Matthew 13 to focus on another of the Lord's parables. Jesus used these simple, earthly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:36-43

Denomination: Baptist