Sermons on Cognitive Dissonance:

Why Are You Not In Hell?

Contributed by Robert Glass on May 20, 2011

Ask Yourself, Why Am I Not In Hell?

Why Are You Not in Hell? The subject matter of a critical discourse should be a familiar subject. “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God” by Jonathan Edwards is such. The concepts of sin and the wrath of God are of interest to all. Such as, how does God feel toward sinners and what will be their ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 32:35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Strong Words About Responsibility

Contributed by James Westmoreland on Oct 23, 2006

Today’s Gospel tells us that we are responsible for how we live, and we are warned not to be a stumbling block. Some don’t want to be bothered by any responsibility for anyone else. To become great is to become the servant of all.

In his early years, American landscape photographer Ansel Adams studied piano and showed some talent. At one party, however, as Adams played Chopin’s F Major Nocturne, he recalled that "In some strange way my right had started off in F-sharp major while my left had behaved well in F-major. I could ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

O Come, O Come, Immanuel

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Dec 31, 2011

Some today may think life is so terrible an affliction upon them that God seems to have forgotten to be gracious. I preach today that the Christ is born The grace of God is upon you today. Today, through the darkness shines the light Today, the t

“O Come, O Come, Immanuel!” Pastor Allan Kircher 25 December 2011 Isaiah 40:1-2 Introduction Only ten hour’s more/Pacific Coast/13 short hours/Atlantic coast,  And another Christmas will be but a memory. A Few moments more to linger in the colorful radiance of the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Love And Being Christ's Bride

Contributed by Richard Futrell on Oct 7, 2010

The love described in 1st Corinthians chapter 13 helps heal and restore unity to a divided and bickering congregation to live out the unity of the faith.

Intro If there’s ever been a part of the Bible that we’ve used--and abused!--it’s 1st Corinthians chapter 13. We’ve understood that chapter in so many different ways that we’re not even sure what point Paul is making, except that it’s something about love. To ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

A Puff Of Smoke Series

Contributed by Coz Von on Jun 29, 2016

What did King James say about smoking?

Not far from the North Dakota farm where I grew up was a barely-there town: a couple of grain elevators, a post office, a bar, and a general store. The store was a brick box, containing creaky floors, old and poorly stocked shelves, a few spotty fruits and vegetables, and a single dairy case. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love Overcoming Evil.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 29, 2023

Fervent Christian service.

LOVE OVERCOMING EVIL. Romans 12:9-21. I). GENUINE LOVE. Romans 12:9-13. In Greek, the first clause of Romans 12:9 has no verb, so could literally be rendered “love without hypocrisy” or “love unfeigned”. From this, I have taken ‘Genuine Love’ as a title for this section. The second clause ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fearfully And Wonderfully Made Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the idea of reconnecting with God to fulfill our deep needs of being known and loved, amidst the loneliness and disconnection often felt in our fast-paced, digital world.

To know and be known, these are two of our deepest needs as relational beings. And in this fast paced, disconnected digital world, it’s easy to have all the followers, all the connections, and all the fans but still feel completely alone. But, we were made for more than relational dissonance. We ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13-16, Isaiah 55:8-9

Topics: Reconnection, Divine Love, Life Purpose

Sermon Series: Known

Following Jesus On The High Road In A Low Road World Series

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Jan 7, 2025

In a world where shortcuts, self-interest, and moral compromise often seem to pave the way to success, following Jesus means choosing a different path.

Title: Following Jesus on the High Road in a Low Road World Text: (Matt. 7:13-14) “Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. 14 For the gate is narrow and the way is hard ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hurry Sickness Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 16, 2025

Eliminating hurry isn't about avoiding urgency, but about intentionally slowing down to align with Jesus' unhurried, peace-filled way of living, which fosters rest, joy, and spiritual growth.

Series: Unhurried - The Hurry up sickness Tag – So many are rushing too nowhere! Opening Quote: Dallas Willard and John Ortberg – Soul Care “Ruthlessly eliminate hurry” Dallas Willard urged people to "ruthlessly eliminate hurry" because he considered it the greatest obstacle to a vibrant ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30, Luke 10:42, Luke 6:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Use It Or Lose It! Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Mar 27, 2003

The parable of the Ten Minas is a wonderful lesson for Christians and how to take advantage of opportunities to serve the Master, the resources He has given us and how we will be judged by our management of these gifts.

Use It or Lose It! Luke 19:11-27 By Dr. David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION One of my heroes is Billy Graham. Although he is in his mid 80s, and battling Parkinson’s disease, he is still preaching the gospel. In 1996, he and Ruth were awarded the Congressional Gold Medal for their service to America. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Baptist

Life Distractions

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 22, 2019

Everyone of us has a definition of what we call a distraction. What does the Lord call a distraction? How does He want us to handle them?

Life’s Distractions Bible verses Introduction- We have been working toward the cross of Easter and Lent we found was reflecting on the Lord and the cross and reflecting to make sure we are right in our relationship. This morning I would like to look at scripture and see what the Lord says about ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:25, 1 Corinthians 7:35, Mark 4:19, Romans 12:2

Denomination: Nazarene

How Jesus Instructed His Apostles Through The Empowering Spirit

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Jesus instructed His apostles through the Holy Spirit because He wanted them to continue the ministry that He began.

1. Jesus instructed His apostles through the Holy Spirit because He wanted them to continue the ministry that He began. Our Lord did not expect His disciples to invent their own agendas. Christ’s ministry showed people how to have a great influence through the demonstration of Godly characteristics ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Strength Of The King Series

Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 22, 2007

How did David keep going under pressure?

David The strength of the servant king Audio at http://jubilee-church.org/sermons/2004/02/series-on-david.htm How can we make it* * What was it that gave David strength to be the servant King* * How can we learn from his example today in the situations we face* Psalm 18 * Heading ’A Psalm of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 18:1-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Internal Dialogue Of The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Mar 6, 2019

Lent 4C

There are a couple dialogical excerpts from the Prodigal Son story that deals with our conscious awareness, which is to “think about one’s thinking” or to consciously know what one knows, and to explicitly use this cognitive process in our spiritual life. 1. The first is when the passage states, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Catholic

Let This Mind Be In You…

Contributed by James Groce on Jan 27, 2018

Recently, listening to and reading the plethora of “opinions” regarding the present ongoing presidential hopefuls political debates along with the “man-on-the-street” opinions and supposedly insights I became struck with the realization that “a point of

LET THIS MIND BE IN YOU… Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Philippians 2:5 Recently, listening to and reading the plethora of “opinions” regarding the present ongoing presidential hopefuls political debates along with the “man-on-the-street” opinions and supposedly ...read more

Denomination: Apostolic