Sermons on Criticize:

Servants Of The Word

Contributed by John Gaston on Dec 4, 2019

Luke says we're to be "servants" of the Word, not be critics of it or think we're over it. WHY? Because the Word of God is Divine/Eternal, because it's superior to us, and because it is the final authority. The Bible is the embodiment of knowledge and truth.

SERVANTS OF THE WORD Luke 1:1-4 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: PEOPLE THINK THEY KNOW THE BIBLE 1. Did you hear the story about the lady who was talking to her friend and brought up the Bible. Her friend said, “Oh don’t start trying to tell to me about the Bible; my parents had me read it every day. I’m ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4, 2 Timothy 3:16, Hebrews 4:12, 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Planning And Praying Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 16, 2020

This sermon on the second half of Romans chapter 15 gives us insight into how to make plans to serve the Lord, and how to carry them out with prayer, like the apostle Paul did.

A. Once there was a young woman who brought her fiancé home to meet her parents. 1. After dinner, her mother told her father to find out more about the young man, so the father invited the fiancé to his study for a talk. 2. “So what are your plans?” the father asked the young ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:14-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sorrow And Vanity Versus Life In Christ

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 30, 2025

We know what brings happiness, and it's not more and more "stuff."

Eighteenth Sunday in Course 2025 It’s always a challenge to interpret a public proclamation that begins with the word “If,” as today’s reading from St. Paul does. He tells the church at Colossae (and us) “If you were raised with Christ, seek what is above, where Christ is seated at the right hand ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-5, Colossians 3:9-11, Psalm 90:3-6, Psalm 90:12-17, Ecclesiastes 1:2, Ecclesiastes 2:21-23, Luke 12:13-21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

You Know What Your Problem Is? Series

Contributed by Drew Mills on Mar 16, 2007

Crushing the criticism that divides the family

Theme: Family Busters Purpose: Crushing the criticism that divides the family We have all heard, “If you can’t say something good about somebody, don’t say anything at all.” Yet, why do we find it so hard to live up to that old saying? James had his own ideas on the cause of a critical spirit. ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Jailor Is The Jailed Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 1, 2010

Forgiveness is a critical relationship skill.

The Jailor Is The Jailed: Relationships Skills from the Bible for Today Matt 18:21-35 May 30, 2010 Intro: Once upon a time there was a man to whom a great harm had been done. The exact nature is of no consequence, as long as we know the hurt went deep. He felt it continually, the pain was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

Facing Hardship Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 10, 2021

If you want to face the hardships it takes to have a life that matters for Christ, arm ourselves with His attitude, choose to abandon your sin, expect abuse, and anticipate God’s approval.

George, age 92, and Jane, age 89, were all excited about their decision to get married. They went for a stroll to discuss wedding plans, and on the way, they passed a drugstore. The elderly couple entered the store where George asked to speak to the owner. “We're about to get married,” George ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-6, 2 Timothy 3:12, John 15:20, Hebrews 11:25, Matthew 25:21-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God's Constant Care

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Mar 1, 2004

Jesus is criticized for working on the Sabbath and claiming to be God’s Son. He responds and offers a challenge to His critics, us.

God’s Constant Care John 5:17-21 INTRO.: The healing of the crippled man at Bethesda, immediately preceding this passage, is a story of man’s helplessness and God’s power. In v. 8, Jesus tells the crippled man to do the impossible and, with God’s help, he does it. You would expect rejoicing over ...read more

Scripture: John 5:17-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Negativism Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Jun 2, 2020

We live in a day of massive negativism. Everyone is a critic, and faultfinding is running rampant.

Are you emphasizing the positive or the negative? Are you a religion basher, or a Life dispenser? Are you a faultfinder, or a solution maker? Are you promoting lies and deception, or truth and light? NEGATIVISM - We live in a day of massive negativism. Everyone is a critic, and ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36, Philippians 4:8, 1 John 4:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Condemnation Rom. 8

Contributed by Tom Mc Vicar on Sep 24, 2005

encouragement to those receiving discouragement and criticism

----- Original Message ----- From: Thomas McVicar To: elainemcvicar7@hotmail.com Sent: Thursday, September 22, 2005 2:37 PM Subject: No Condemnation - Rom. 8 v 1 Romans 8 v 1. There is therefore now no condemnation to those that are in Christ Jesus. CONDEMNATION There is a practice ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-39

Denomination: Baptist

Loving Your Neighbor Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jul 9, 2011

Showing how love is critical in relationship

“Redemptive Relationships – Loving Your Neighbor” Lev. 19:34, Mark 12:31 Lev 19:34 But the stranger that dwelleth with you shall be unto you as one born among you, and thou shalt love him as thyself; for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt: I am the LORD your God. Mark ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:34

Denomination: Baptist

Faith At The End Of Life Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 27, 2023

Last words/actions are critical/imperative.

A. INTRODUCTION: ISAAC, JACOB, JOSEPH – HEBREWS 11:20-22 1. From father (Isaac), to grandson (Joseph), Hebrews 11 discusses their faith at the end of their lives. “When Isaac was old and turning blind” (Genesis 27:1). “Word came to Joseph, “Your father (Jacob) is failing rapidly”(Genesis 48:1). ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:20-22

Denomination: Baptist

Ascension Day

Contributed by Andrew Hart on May 20, 2020

A neglected holiday,but a critical one

Ascension Day Ascension Day reminds me of Kevin McCallister of Home Alone fame. You remember Kevin, aka Macaulay Culkin ,right? The whole family was rushing around to go to Paris for Christmas, and in the confusion, Kevin was overlooked and left home alone. While we make a big deal of days ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

A Critical Age Anniversary Service At Faith Baptist Wallaceburg

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Mar 3, 2014

Acting the part of St. Paul I spoke frankly to the church that I had a hand in planting twenty years ago

A Critical Age - Numbers 11-4-25 the Message Bible It is strange for me today to be a guest speaker in what is my home church. I can’t help but think of St. Paul who planted churches and then when he had opportunity or God’s calling he would visit them to look in on their ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:4-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Critical Grace Theory - Reflections On The Hyper-Grace Movement

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 11, 2017

What does Hyper-Grace mean to those who walk In it?

There is a growing faction in the church that believes there is a very dangerous and twisted teaching on the grace of God, called “Hyper-Grace,” which in their estimation, takes God’s grace too far and preaches a license to sin because they don’t believe in repentance and are actually against God’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:20, Ephesians 2:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Criticality Of A Christian's Spiritual Growth And Progress

Contributed by Sandeep Samson on Feb 25, 2025

The spiritual growth and progress of a Christian are central to the Christian faith, as they reflect a deepening relationship with God, a transformation into Christlikeness, and a life that bears fruit for God's kingdom.

The spiritual growth and progress of a Christian are central to the Christian faith, as they reflect a deepening relationship with God, a transformation into Christlikeness, and a life that bears fruit for God's kingdom. Below are key aspects that highlight the criticality of spiritual growth ...read more

Scripture: John 15:4-5, Romans 8:29, Matthew 7:17-18, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Independent/Bible