Sermons on Contemptible:

Settle Disputes Like A Christian Series

Contributed by Andy Moyle on Feb 24, 2016

The Corinthians were pretty American - they loved suing each other. So Paul tells them to stop it and do it the grace way!

As you can see this morning we are passionate about being a gateway for the gospel to goto the nations. I want to see heaven populated with people from all nations because of what we have been partnering with the Spirit in here! Apostle Paul had a similar passion and he had a problem in Corinth ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-10

Denomination: Charismatic

Seven Ways To Say I Love You

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 14, 2016

A message to focus on the love of Jesus for mankind.

Seven Ways to Say I Love You Matthew 27:16, Luke 23:34, 23:43, 23:46, John 19:26-27, 19:28, 19:30 Introduction: How many of you have ever heard the following: How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. I love thee to the depth and breadth and height, My soul can reach, when feeling out of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian And Suffering

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Mar 3, 2020

Suffering can make us bitter but it can also make us better if we give it to God, asking him to use for our good, for the good of those we love and for the kingdom work of the church.

THE CHRISTIAN AND SUFFERING Message 1 THE MINISTRY OF SUFFERING - The “What Now?” of Suffering “We rejoice in our sufferings because suffering produces perseverance; perseverance produces character; and character produces hope. “(Romans 5:4) “In all things God works for the good of those who ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, Job 1:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

"i Trust In You, Lord"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 31, 2020

A sermon about trust in the midst of despair.

“I Trust in You, Lord” Psalm 31:9-16 How are you doing this morning? How are you feeling? This is the fourth Sunday that we have not gathered together as a church family. For some of us, this may very well be the first time in our adult lives that we have gone four weeks without worshiping ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 31:9-16, Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Go Where?

Contributed by Steven Strickland on Apr 13, 2020

I’m sure of one thing, no one jumps up and down when the Lord calls them to a place they have never been, or like me, you go scratching, clawing and crying to hang on to where you are

GO WHERE? Genesis 12:1-4 Now the Lord had said to Abraham: “Get out of your country, from your kindred from your fathers house, to a land that I will show you. I will make you a great nation; I will bless you and make your name great; and you shall be a blessing. I will bless those who bless you, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lessons From The Coyote

Contributed by John Dixon on Jul 20, 2019

At first glance the sly Coyote seems to be a genius! With every cleverly laid trap and ingenious deception the Coyote meets with failure. There is no better contemporary example of the fool described in the book of Proverbs than the cartoon Coyote.

PROVERBS 26:1-28 (NASB) Like snow in summer and like rain in harvest, So honor is not fitting for a fool. 2 Like a sparrow in its flitting, like a swallow in its flying, So a curse without cause does not alight. 3 A whip is for the horse, a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 26:1-28

Denomination: Christian Church

Daniel: The Wise Will Be All Right Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Sep 3, 2020

God knows the future. Even if we don't know the future, we can be wise about how we live. At the end of God's future, we will be all right--ALL right--righteous in glory.

THE WISE WILL BE ALL RIGHT—Daniel 10-12 ***The 2010 movie, “The Kids Are All Right,” was about two women who married, with each having children by the same sperm donor. They raised their kids together. The plot takes crazy twists and turns, as one of the women has an affair with the sperm donor, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:15-16, 2 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hiding Behind A Mask

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Oct 21, 2020

Everywhere you go people are wearing masks. We are nearing the end of a pandemic that has changed our world in so many ways. I’m not saying that you should not wear a mask. But, hasn’t this experience demonstrated to you how important it is to see people’s expressions behind the mask.

Hiding Behind a Mask Everywhere you go people are wearing masks. We are nearing the end of a pandemic that has changed our world in so many ways. I’m not saying that you should not wear a mask. But, hasn’t this experience demonstrated to you how important it is to see people’s expressions behind ...read more

Scripture: Job 31:33-34, Ephesians 2:14, Galatians 3:28, Matthew 7:12, 1 Peter 3:8-9, Galatians 5:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Having Done All, Stand Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 29, 2020

Not unlike other churches within the first century, Thessalonica faced much adversity and opposition. They were relentlessly attacked for their faith in Christ. However, Paul encouraged them to remain steadfast in the faith, standing firmly for the Lord.

Having Done All, Stand 1 Thessalonians 2: 14-16 It has been a few weeks since we began to study this powerful letter to the Thessalonian church. Our last encounter revealed Paul encouraging the church to be an imitator of Christ rather than a pretender of the faith. He exhorted them to a life ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:14-16

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson #8: To Become A Merciful And Faithful High Priest Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 30, 2019

The element of solidarity: the champion emerges out of the people; he can represent them only because he is one of them. Similarly, the high priest is chosen from among the people; he can represent them effectively only because He enjoys solidarity with the people.

6/17/19 Tom Lowe Lesson #8: TO BECOME A MERCIFUL AND FAITHFUL HIGH PRIEST (HEBREWS 2:17-18) Scripture: Hebrews 2:17-18 (NIV) 17 For this reason he had to be made like them, fully human in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Voice Of Prophetic Preaching: Cry Loud And Spare Not

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 30, 2019

The only path to the High Life! Isaiah must cry loud without fear or intimidation and show them their sins which they go on in. They have a clear knowledge of good and evil, sin and duty, and the convictions of their consciences concerning their sin.

Sermon. The Voice of Prophetic Preaching: Cry Loud and Spare Not Isaiah 58: 1-14 Introduction -The Prophet Isaiah being assured of his vocation by the Spirit of God, sets himself alone against all the wickedness of His people. God gave him gifts, ability and knowledge, to discern between good and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

That's Not Fair

Contributed by Gary Holt on Sep 21, 2019

Jesus calls us to a new and higher standard of righteousness. We are called to love others more than we love our own rights.

“That’s not fair” Matthew 5:38-42 Here are some things we always see in the news: There was a mass shooting There was another bombing A church fought and split over who got to be in charge Cruel words were spoken, doors were slammed Tears were shed, and bones were broken Hearts were broken, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Living With Eternal Purpose” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 29, 2019

How do we keep on living on purpose for God regardless of our circumstance?

“Life is short; eternity is long. It is only reasonable that this short life be lived in light of eternity.” - Charles Spurgeon James refers to the two extremes of human existence and illustrates why thinking in terms of eternity is beneficial for the Christian. 1. It will keep us from despair - ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

God Sees Your Pain

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Aug 22, 2020

In times of hurt, injustice and loneliness, God sees you.

GOD SEES YOUR PAIN "7 Now the Angel of the Lord found her by a spring of water in the wilderness, by the spring on the way to Shur. 8 And He said, “Hagar, Sarai’s maid, where have you come from, and where are you going?” She said, “I am fleeing from the presence of my mistress Sarai.” 9 The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:7-13, Matthew 10:29-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Becoming Humble Churches (1 Corinthians 4)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 15, 2021

Paul suggests that though we don’t look to men, we ought to be humble, love and respect the faulty ministers over us in the Lord as we look to what God is doing.

Paul suggests that though we don’t look to men, we ought to be humble, love and respect the faulty ministers over us in the Lord as we look to what God is doing. 1 Cor 4:1-5 Ministers of Christ 1 Corinthians 4:1 Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist