Sermons on Civil Strife:

"The Power Of The Gospel"

Contributed by Blake Carroll on Sep 14, 2001

The power of the Gospel is tremendous.

Title: “The Power Of The Gospel” Scripture: Romans 1:16-17 Introduction: The gospel is the one and only message that has tremendous power and the one thing that Christians should not be ashamed of. It is a message that came from God, and is centered around His Son, Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

How To Have Joy Where You Are

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Oct 27, 2004

How to maintain your join where you are.

How to Have Joy in the Place I am In By Pastor Fernando Cabrera Philippians 1:1-30 1. Avoid bitterness that can spoil Three ways we can give in to bitterness: • Striking Unfairness “so that my imprisonment in the cause of Christ has become well known throughout the whole praetorian guard and to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Must Grow And Mature In Christ Jesus

Contributed by Richard Papafio on May 20, 2019

Until the church matures, jealousy, envy, chasing after miracles and prophecies will not be under control and led by the Spirit of God but led by human desires

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *WE MUST GROW AND MATURE IN CHRIST JESUS* 1 Corinthians 3:1-5 King James Version (KJV) 3 And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, even as unto babes in Christ. 2 I have fed you with milk, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-5

Denomination: Charismatic

Arguing Increases Demonic Torment Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 9, 2024

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical connection between arguing and demonic torment, and how we can avoid giving demons a foothold in our lives.

As believers, we are engaged in a spiritual battle against the forces of darkness. One of the most effective ways that demons gain access to our lives is through arguing and strife. In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical connection between arguing and demonic torment, and how we can avoid ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-27, 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, James 3:14-16

Develop A Respect For Authority Series

Contributed by Tim Pollock on May 19, 2016

Sermon Series by Dr. Tim Pollock

When youth move into adulthood with high Christian values, they get a head start in life and will thankfully escape many pitfalls! Parents can’t make children have character. They can, however, provide the framework for positive growth by taking advantage of an infallible textbook – the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:1

Denomination: Baptist

Which Shepherd Are You Choosing? (Pt. 2) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 19, 2022

This exposition of Zechariah 11:7-17 examines Zechariah's prediction of Christ's rejection at his First Advent and the consequences of that rejection. The timeless truth taught is: when the leadership God sends is rejected, the judgment that follows is bad leadership.

Intro We concluded last week with God instructing Zechariah to take on the role of a shepherd. Follow with me as we read Zechariah 11:4. “This is what the Lord my God says: ‘Shepherd the flock marked for slaughter.”i That is the assignment God gives Zechariah. He is to represent the Lord as a good ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 11:1-17, Matthew 15:14-15, John 1:1-11, Matthew 23:1-39, Matthew 26:14-16, Matthew 27:1-10, Revelation 19:20, John 11:1-48, Galatians 5:15-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Rising Above Petty Rivalry Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 7, 2010

God prepares us for conflict so we will rejoice in the gospel rather than resent petty rivalry.

Scripture Introduction Nostalgia means “sentimental reflection,” mixed feelings of happiness, sadness, and longing when recalling the past. Nostalgia can create more than warm feelings, however; it can determine our expectations. Probably all of us have either thought it ourselves, or heard others ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:15-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Man, The Mission, The Time

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jan 20, 2014

Do those who were oppressed become the new oppressors, stealing away those Jesus, freed, indeed?

The Man, The Mission, The Time by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (January 20, 2014) “And he said, This will be the manner of the king that shall reign over you: He will take your sons, and appoint them for himself, for his chariots, and to be his horsemen; and some shall run before ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:11-18

Denomination: Friends

Pray! Pay! Obey!

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Christians are good citizens of the governments they live under.

Thesis: Christians are good citizens of the governments they live under. Intro.: 1. This coming Tuesday our nation will celebrate Independence Day. 2. The Fourth of July is not a religious holiday, but it does provide the opportunity to reflect on what it means to be a disciple of Jesus and a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Galactica Conclusio Philosophicus

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Jul 16, 2009

The Worldview Behind Battlesstar Galactica

In one of the climactic scenes of the conclusion of "Battlestar Galactica", Gaius Baltar remarks that an unseen hand had been guiding events all along up until that point. Just as the characters were propelled by something from beyond themselves, the producers behind this show may have been driven ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

An Overabundance Of Peace

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Oct 24, 2017

This is a short message given at a downtown mission before a meal.

Peace With Yourself I want to ask you a question? It’s a simple question. You can call out your answer or just keep it in your mind. Who is your best friend? That’s probably a person you’ve spent a lot of time with, someone you’ve grown to trust. Someone who has your back, and you have their ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Time To Wake Up

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Aug 16, 2002

Its about time for those who claim the name of Christian to wake up and be busy about the things of God

TIME TO WAKE UP. Date: November 11, 2001 Place: Allendale Baptist Read Romans 13:11-14 Introduction: I like to sleep. Some one has said “the best sleep is when you over sleep”. Not to long ago my wife & I purchase a “rice bed” or a four-post corner bed. We had been wanting one for a long time. It ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

What Measure Do You Want God To Use On You?

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jun 4, 2005

With the same measure that you give, it will be given to you.

What measure do you want God to use on you? *Luke 6:38 “Give and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you.” Jesus says; “The same measure that you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

If There Is No Hell

Contributed by Andrew Papson Iii on Jul 20, 2011

When one does not believe scripture.

If There is no Hell Luke 12:19-31 I. Then Jesus was a misguided soul. 1. For He taught that Hell is a place, a place of outer darkness where there is weeping, wailing and nashing of teeth. 2. For He taught that Hell is a place where the fire is not quenched and the worm never dies. 3. For He taught ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Excuse Me While I Step On Your Toes

Contributed by Ronnie Miller on Oct 18, 2012

Paul is telling his dear friends in Philippi let nothing be done in quarreling or self-esteem. Verse 4 says Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others. There is the word that some folks just clean forget…..OTHERS!

Excuse me while I step on your toes. Philippians 2:3 Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves. 4 Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others. 5 Let this mind be in you, which was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist