Sermons on Contradiction:

Jesus Encounter With A Canaanite Woman

Contributed by Michael Tkachuk on Oct 6, 2014

A Canaanite woman approaches Jesus pleading with Him to heal her daughter who was possessed by a demon.

Have you noticed how some people just keep going and going like that energizer bunny even when they seem to be fighting a lost cause? Take Rob Ford for example. In his first public appearance since being hospitalized, Toronto Mayor Rob Ford vowed to supporters to 'beat cancer' the same way he says ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:21-28

Denomination: Catholic

To Love Is God’s Commandment Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 28, 2015

The world’s values do not last for eternity, they are self-centered and empty. John’s cry to the believer here is asking, “Who do you live for?” Will we love and live for God or ourselves?

To Love is God’s Commandment 1 John Bible Study, Part 4 1 John 2:7-17 Introduction - Last week, John gave us tremendous insight into living fully for Christ • We have an Advocate • We must live for Him • God makes us complete - V4 is the confirmation of this ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Study Of The Bible Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 23, 2015

The Study Of The Bible

The Study Of The Bible 2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV) 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: "I have written for him the great things of My law, But they were considered a strange thing" (Hosea 8:12). ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Foursquare

"Do I Have High Class Status But Low Class Values?"

Contributed by Bryan Beverly on Sep 20, 2014

The text takes a sociological view of the parable of the good Samaritan to better understand Christ's definition of a neighbor.

25Just then a lawyer stood up to test Jesus. “Teacher,” he said, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 26He said to him, “What is written in the law? What do you read there?” 27He answered, “You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

Not Return Empty

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 25, 2014

A sermon on Isaiah 55:10-11 (Material adapted from Chuck Smith at: http://www.blueletterbible.org/Comm/smith_chuck/SermonNotes_Isa/Isa_55.cfm?a=734010)

HoHum: Many are concerned about the upcoming winter Man who delivers gas here to the church said that he saw hornets nest almost on the ground. He says it is a sign of a mild winter. "However, All of us at the Farmers’ Almanac suggest you stock up on firewood, sweaters, and hot cocoa. It ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Restoring The Soul

Contributed by Scott Carroll on Mar 12, 2008

RESTORING THE SOUL

RESTORING THE SOUL Rom 12:1-2 1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Fragrant Offering - Part 2

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Nov 3, 2013

Dealing with bitterness. If you were messing up in a big way - but not seeing it - would you want someone to tell you? Rebuke doesn’t sound loving but it is. We need rebuking when we are not seeing ourselves accurately.

Dakota Community Church Ephesians 58, Grace at Work 28 November 3, 2013 A Fragrant Offering 2 Ephesians 4:31-5:2 Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice. 32 Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in ...read more

Denomination: Mennonite

Can The Rich Be Saved?

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 4, 2021

Do we value the things of God more highly than the things of this world? What is Jesus’ opinion on the most valuable things in life? Let’s look at Jesus’ instructions after a rich man turned away from Him in Mark 10:17-31.

Prelude Do we value the things of God more highly than the things of this world? Purpose: What is Jesus’ opinion on the most valuable things in life? Plan: Let’s look at Jesus’ instructions after a rich man turned away from Him in Mark 10:17-31. The Advantages of Wealth The wealthy are often ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Parasite Of Weariness...

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Oct 6, 2021

Weariness will grow and become a fatal parasite that destroys a productive life. Common sense is not real common any more.

LADEN? THE PARASITE OF WEARINESS… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com COMMON SENSE AIN’T TO COMMON ANY MORE. Cancer is a parasite. Cancer lives and grows at the benefit derived by taking the life and nutrients at the expense of another… CANCER TAKES AND TAKES WHILE GIVING ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31, 2 Thessalonians 3:13, Philippians 2:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Accusing Jesus

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 4, 2021

Was Jesus ever falsely accused? Purpose: Did He face vilification? Plan: Let’s look at how Jesus handled unfair criticism in Mark 3:20-35.

Intro Was Jesus ever falsely accused? Purpose: Did He face vilification? Plan: Let’s look at how Jesus handled unfair criticism in Mark 3:20-35. Is our Faith Crazy? Are Christians nuts because of their self-sacrifice? Mark 3:20 Then the multitude came together again, so that they could not so ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:20-35

Denomination: Baptist

Salt, Light, And Righteousness.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 4, 2022

Our righteousness is in Him.

SALT, LIGHT, AND RIGHTEOUSNESS. Matthew 5:13-20. I). SALT AND LIGHT. Matthew 5:13-16. The metaphors of salt and light follow immediately after Jesus’ profile of the blessed Christian. The meek shall inherit the earth (Matthew 5:5) because meekness is not weakness, but quite the contrary. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Weak Paradox

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 4, 2022

Jesus appeared weak but was strong.

A Weak Paradox 2 Corinthians 13:4 1. Definition of Paradox: a. A statement that seems to contradict itself but may nonetheless be true. b. “A paradox is the truth standing on her head to get attention.” 2. Jesus is all about Paradox because so much of what Jesus teaches is just foolish according ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christians Whom Do You Go For Counsel Or Advise? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 17, 2022

“Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted” (Galatians 6:1).

Ungodly people cannot offer Godly advice. Because the ungodly call good as evil and evil as good, they take pleasure in everything that glorifies evil, ungodly people have strayed into the world's desires and practices. People who are wicked, sinful, and devoid of godliness are referred to as ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:24, James 5:20, Ephesians 6:18

Alternative Creation Theory No. 1: Theistic Evolution

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on May 15, 2023

The first theory of creation apart from Scripture teaches that God used evolution as part of the creative process. Is this a viable explanation for our origins? What does science and the Bible have to say about this idea?

Our look at the first of the four alternative theories to the biblical account of creation begins with what I would refer to as a philosophical mix of oil and water. On the surface, this theory might sound feasible for those who worship at the altar of reason and compromise, but it falls short ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:17, Romans 5:12-21, 1 Corinthians 15:21-22, Genesis 1:1-3, John 1:1-4, Colossians 1:16-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Widow Of Zarephath

Contributed by Samuel M on Jan 1, 2024

Elijah went to the right widow, but she had no provisions to provide for the prophet. She just had a handful of flour in a bin and a little oil in a jar to make one last meal before dying.

Elijah went to the right widow, but she had no provisions to provide for the prophet. She just had a handful of flour in a bin and a little oil in a jar to make one last meal before dying. She was getting ready to eat her last meal and then die. God said He commanded the widow, but the widow was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:9