Sermons on Contempt Bitterness:

Intense Integrity Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Aug 11, 2013

In the Greek integrity meant to be true, genuine, trustworthy, reliable, and valid. We must live up to those virtues today.

Last week we began looking at flaws in our lives that might hinder us from being effective ambassadors for Jesus. Patience was our subject from last week. We read about Saul’s lack of patience and how it led to disobedience. This disobedience caused an end to come to his kingdom, a kingdom ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-5, Psalm 33:4, James 1:27, Proverbs 11:13, Proverbs 13:17, John 5:31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

Let's Put Away Clamour Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on May 23, 2005

We are called by Christ to put away clamour. Let’s look at what God word directs in light of this.

Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice: Ephes. 4:31 First, what is clamour??? “Clamor” (kraugeô): arguing, fussing, quarrelling, brawling. It means insulting, boistrous behavior, and loud talking. A couple of navy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31

Denomination: Baptist

Convinced!

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Nov 6, 2006

This salvation message takes a look at the person of Jesus Christ through the eyes of the Roman Centurion. A powerful testimony of a ruthless man of power who became a changed man of God.

Matt. 27:54, Mark 15:39, and Luke 23:47 This morning, we want to take these three verses and try to look through the eyes of a hardened man. The centurion was a man who was dedicated to the Roman army. He was the highest ranking soldier that a non commissioned officer could achieve, and as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:54

Denomination: United Methodist

Matthew 5 – Part 17 – What Is So Wrong With Swearing? Everyone Does It! Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Jan 7, 2010

Why is the F*** word and and the Sh** word used so freely today? Jesus doesn’t directly include this in what He says about oaths in Matthew 5 but it is there by way of application and other passages enlarge on this area of sin, so I am taking a detour.

Matthew 5 – Part 17 – WHAT IS SO WRONG WITH SWEARING? EVERYONE DOES IT! Why is the F*** word and and the Sh** word used so freely today? Jesus doesn’t directly include this in what He says about oaths in Matthew 5 but it is there by way of application and other passages enlarge on this. Is it a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Angry And Do Not Sin - 2 Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on May 19, 2013

Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, and give no opportunity to the devil. This one is about how the devil exploits our sinful anger.

Dakota Community Church Ephesians 53, Grace at Work 23 May 19, 2013 Be Angry & Do Not Sin 2 We are given six behaviors we are to discontinue - because they destroy unity. We are given six replacement behaviors which will foster and protect unity. 1. Instead of lying; speak truth ...having put ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-27

Denomination: Mennonite

Keeping The Altar Burning

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 14, 2025

The command to keep the fire burning is not optional—it is essential for spiritual survival and effectiveness. When the fire burns, you remain sensitive to God, empowered for purpose, and protected from spiritual coldness.

KEEPING THE ALTAR BURNING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Leviticus 6:12-13 Supporting Texts: Romans 12:1, Hebrews 13:10, 1 Kings 18:30-39, Revelation 3:15-16, Psalm 51:17 INTRODUCTION: The altar is a spiritual meeting point where man offers sacrifices and God responds with His fire. In the ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Gets To Be God's Houseguest? (Psalm 15:1-5) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jul 8, 2022

What types of behavior is God looking for from his people? With what type of people is God pleased?

Today we continue our sporadic study of the psalms by working through Psalm 15. Let's start by reading verse 1: (15:1) A psalm of/for David. Yahweh, who shall live as a guest in your tent? Who shall dwell on your holy mountain? The psalmist begins by asking God two related questions. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-5

Only God Has Made The Tree

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jul 7, 2003

This parable pictures Jesus as a cedar sprout from the top of David’s family tree. He becomes low and dry to save us, but the Lord made him a tall and florishing tree so that we are safe in his branches.

Only God has made the Tree Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. The Word of God through which the Holy Spirit guides our hearts and minds today is recorded in Ezekiel 17:22-24 This is what the Sovereign LORD says: I myself will take a shoot from the very top of a ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 17:22-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Who Dares To Question The Lord

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jul 12, 2003

A first-person narrative. When in our suffering we challenge the Lord like Job did, he works repentance in us so that we stand dumbfounded at his wisdom and power and stand astounded at his promise of grace.

Who Dares to Question the Lord Good Morning. I thank you for this opportunity to speak to you. My name is Job. I realize that because of the way it is spelled in English, you would usually pronounce it “job.” But it is Job. Please allow me to give you a little bit of background about myself. I ...read more

Scripture: Job 38:1-11, Job 19:25

Denomination: Lutheran

Called By The Lord To Speak His Word

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jul 26, 2003

Like Ezekiel let us speak God’s Word humbly, faithfully, and boldly.

Called by the Lord to Speak His Word Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The Word of God through which the Holy Spirit strengthens us to speak God’s Word faithfully is Ezekiel 2:1-5 He said to me, “Son of man, stand up on your feet and I will speak to ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 2:1-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Praise God That You Can Be Certain

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jul 30, 2003

In a world of uncertainy, God’s promises make us certain. We can be certain that the Father has choosen us by grace alone, the Son has redeemed us with his blood, and the Holy Spirit has marked us as God’s own.

Praise God That You Can Be Certain Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The Word of God through which the Holy Spirit strengthens us to speak God’s Word faithfully is Ephesians 1:3-14 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Safe In Your Shepherd's Arms

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on May 14, 2003

The love of Jesus, our Good Shepherd, laid down his life on the cross. See the nail marks of love in his hand! He continues to keep us safe because he took up his life again in vicory. You are safe in his arms.

Safe in Your Shepherd’s Arms Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. The Word of God through which the Holy Spirit kindles Easter joy in our hearts is the account of Jesus’ resurrection recorded in John 10:11-18 [Jesus said,] “I am the good shepherd. The good ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Remember The Three P's

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on May 19, 2003

Like a Vine giving power to its branches, Jesus gives us POWER through his Word so that we can PERSEVERE and fulfill our PURPOSE in life. Such power comes only from Jesus not from ourselves.(High School graduation)

Remember the Three P’s Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. The Word of God through which the Holy Spirit guides our hearts and minds today is what Jesus spoke, recorded in John 15:1- 8 Dear friends who belong to Jesus and especially you, our high school graduates ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Love As Jesus Has Loved You

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on May 27, 2003

Jesus leads us to love each other as he shows us the greatest love of all.

Love As Jesus Has Loved You Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. The Word of God through which the Holy Spirit guides our hearts and minds today is what Jesus spoke, recorded in John 15:12: My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. (NIV) Dear ...read more

Scripture: John 15:12

Denomination: Lutheran

Worship Our Ascended King

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Jun 2, 2003

Jesus’ ascension assures us that he has fulfilled his mission to save us lost sinners and is now ruling all things for our good.

Worship Our Ascended King Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. The Word of God through which the Holy Spirit guides our hearts and minds today is recorded in Luke 24:44-53: [Jesus] said to them, “This is what I told you while I was still with you: Everything must ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:44-53

Denomination: Lutheran