Sermons on Court Of Justice:

Is God Unjust? Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 26, 2012

We should not think God unfair. God's mercy is far wider & higher that anyone dare hope, but no one is entitled to it & no one can demand from God an accounting or the principles on which He bestows mercy & grace nor that He should bestow it differently t

ROMANS 9: 14-18 IS GOD UNJUST? [1 Peter 2:6-10] Has God's plan gone awry because Christ was rejected by the very people who were prepared for Him, meaning the Jews? Our passage previously has revealed that as always some open their hearts to God's revelation while others hardened their ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus - The Servant King - Song 1

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 22, 2010

Isaiah’s Servant Song 1: (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Reading: Isaiah chapter 42 verses 1-7. • This is the first of four servant songs, four poetic prophecies. • The other three are in chapters 49-53. Note: In the book of Isaiah the word ‘Servant’ appears 20 times: • But it does not always refer to the same person or object. • Amazingly there ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-7

Denomination: Brethren

The Warrior Rises Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 23, 2013

Jesus is the warrior who rises to defeat the enemy, satan.

The Warrior Rises October 14, 2012 Do you ever watch wrestling? Some people are afraid to admit they do. I’m not, actually, I used to watch it. I watched wrestling back in the day when it was not quite as popular. It was on TV every week. I remember watching some of the meanest ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Will Never Ever Unfollow You! (Twentieth Sunday In Ordinary Time)

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 10, 2020

Discrimination and division make us sick and ill-grown church. Today, Jesus the saviour of the humanity, invites each one of us to involve ourselves wherever humanity suffers.

Jesus will never ever unfollow you! (Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time) Isaiah 56:1, Isaiah 56:6-7, Romans 11:13-15, Romans 11:29-32, Matthew 15:21-28. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Let me start the reflection for this Sunday quoting from an article. “One case of a tragic ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:1, Isaiah 56:6-7, Romans 11:13-15, Romans 11:29-32, Matthew 15:21-28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

God Has Chosen Us To Bear Fruit And To Receive Whatever We Ask From Him

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jan 10, 2013

A.) GOD HAS CHOSEN US AND ORDAINED US. B.) GOD HAS CHOSEN US AND ORDAINED US TO BEAR FRUIT THAT WILL LAST C.) GOD HAS CHOSEN US AND ORDAINED US TO RECEIVE WHATEVER WE ASK HIM IN HIS NAME

GOD HAS CHOSEN US AND ORDAINED US TO BEAR LASTING FRUIT AND TO RECEIVE WHATEVER WE ASK HIM IN HIS NAME OUTLINE A.) GOD HAS CHOSEN US AND ORDAINED US. B.) GOD HAS CHOSEN US AND ORDAINED US TO BEAR FRUIT THAT WILL LAST C.) GOD HAS CHOSEN US AND ORDAINED US TO RECEIVE WHATEVER WE ASK HIM ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Could I Be A Pharisee?

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 10, 2004

The Church of the 21st century needs to evaluate itself in terms of Christ’s judgments and demands.

Matthew 23:1-4, 23-28, 33 “Could I Be A Pharisee?” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer, Pastor of Parkview UMC, www.parkview-umc.org When Ben was a lot younger, he asked me an intriguing theological question—to which I had no answer. “Why,” he asked, “did God create chiggers, ticks, and gnats?” Anyhow, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-33

Denomination: United Methodist

An Eye For An Eye Makes The Whole World Blind

Contributed by Greg Colby on Aug 23, 2017

The scriptures in Exodus provide a limitation on unlimited vengeance being meted out when someone is wronged, however Jesus declared that even an eye for an eye was going too far - Jesus commands his followers to turn the other cheek - to not resist evil

Be Holy. Be Perfect. Our Gospel and our OT readings this morning present us with two illustrations of how God expects his people to live. Each one describes different things to do, and not to do – however the goal of both readings is to provide us with a framework within which to seek justice ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20, Deuteronomy 24:10-22

Point Towards Jesus

Contributed by Peter Fisher on Dec 14, 2020

Prophesies in Isaiah 61 look forward to Jesus, John talks about him indirectly. We should always be pointing at Jesus

When does Christmas start? ======================= When does Christmas start? Is it when the first adverts appear on TV? Immediately after bonfire night? The start of Advent? The 1st of December? For us Christmas starts in June, because that’s usually when our main holiday is, and we’re looking ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-4, Isaiah 61:8-11, John 1:6-8, John 1:19-28

Denomination: Anglican

Not "To Be Served” Walking With Jesus

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Oct 20, 2024

Our scripture today from Mark 10:35-45 helps guide us as we consider the qualities of leadership rooted in service.

Sermon Title: "Not to Be Served" Scripture: Mark 10:35-45 Date: October 20, 2024 The Highest Places of Honor 35 James and John, Zebedee’s sons, came up to him. “Teacher, we have something we want you to do for us.” 36 “What is it? I’ll see what I can do.” 37 “Arrange it,” they said, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: United Methodist

Be Holy Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Jan 9, 2025

How we can demonstrate holiness: through our relationships, through our communications, and through our occupations. We can even put it in this way: Holiness at Home, holiness at office, and holiness at public.

Theme: You Shall Be Holy Text: Leviticus 19:1-18   THE LORD IS GOOD and HIS LOVE ENDURES FOREVER. Introduction: Leviticus is not a narrative book. It is a book of rituals and law codes. Holiness is a great concern of Leviticus. Leviticus chapters 17-26 are called the Holiness Code. ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:1-18

Denomination: Methodist

The Deacon’s Fitness-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 13, 2013

3 of 4. Paul related the moral qualifications for deacons of the Church. Character traits for deacons of the church are definitive/unequivocal. ?How is the deacon’s fitness determined? The deacon’s fitness is decided thru...

The DEACON’S FITNESS-III—1Timothy 3:8-13 Attention: Fitness/Able/Suitable/Appropriate/Pertinent/Apt/Proper The ‘Fiscal Cliff’s’ application/initiation/commencement. Severe Federal budget cuts were initiated on March 1st, 2013 which were designed to SLOW Governmental ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Show Love, Not Favoritism (James 2:1-13) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on May 27, 2022

Favoritism is a tricky thing. But we need to copy God's example, in honoring the poor. Also, my first crack at unpacking "kingdom" in light of Scot McKnight's book Kingdom Conspiracy.

Let's start today by reading James 2:1-4: (1) My brothers, don't, with partiality, hold the faith of our glorious Lord, Jesus Christ. ["w/partiality" =focused] (2) For suppose someone should enter your assembly with a gold ring on his finger, with fine clothing. Now, also a ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Defending Hope - 1 Peter 3:15-16 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jan 22, 2025

Be ready to defend not mainly a body of doctrine, but the feeling of hope you have in you when you are abused.

1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that is in you. But do this with gentleness and respect, 16 keeping a clear conscience, so that when your good behavior in Christ is being ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-16

Vessels Of Mercy

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on May 9, 2012

We cannot understand God's dealings with people apart from His mercy

Vessels of Mercy TCF Sermon May 6, 2012 “Drink tonight. Feel better tomorrow. That would be a miracle. Well, meet a miracle.” That’s the advertising message for a drink which is marketed as a hangover preventative - it’s supposed to enable you to consume alcoholic ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Fruit Of The Spirit Is Faithfulness Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Jun 5, 2004

This is number 8 in the series on "The Fruit of The Spirit." I preached this series during Eastertide-Pentecost of 2004! The introduction and the conclusion of this message used a recording of "Semper Fidelis" March and "The Marine’s Prayer" along with

THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT IS FAITHFULNESS—GALATIANS 5:22-26; Deuteronomy 32:1-4; MATTHEW 25:14-30 Semper Fidelis is Latin for “Always faithful.” It is the motto of the City of Exeter in Devonshire, England, and is a testimony to the city’s loyalty to the British Monarchy. Queen Elizabeth I wrote ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: Methodist