Sermons on Cruelty:

Help For The Abused

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Nov 11, 2004

Abuse is rampant in all parts of the world. May the Lord give the church wisdom on how to deal with this vital issue.

By: Donna J. Kazenske What is abuse and who does it affect? Abuse comes in many different forms: emotional, physical, sexual, verbal, etc. Regardless of the form, the victim suffers greatly. Family violence affects people from both poor and wealthy families. Parents sometimes abuse one ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6

Denomination: *other

Jesus Christ: Liar, Lunatic, Or Lord?

Contributed by Travis Johnson on Apr 9, 2005

This topical message examines the famous trilemma of C.S. Lewis and answers a very important question for our day.

Jesus Christ: Liar, Lunatic, Or Lord? Who do you say that I am? Mark 8:29 Have you ever met anybody who said things about themselves that made you scratch your head & say, Coo-coo?” I remember a boyhood friend of mine named Greg who told me he was a robot from another planet. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:29

Denomination: Holiness

Building God's House God's Way

Contributed by Harold Wilson on Jan 22, 2005

Small beginnings have great endings when we follow God’s building plan.

Ezra had his hands full with the awesome task of being the minister to a congregation of 42,360 people who returned from 70 years of bondage in Babylon. It was his task to rebuild the temple and restore the spiritual and moral values of the people. Ezra’s approach to this awesome task provides us ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 2:59-70

Denomination: Methodist

A Model For Daddy's Hands From A-Z

Contributed by Frederick Baker Ii on Jun 17, 2007

It’s a Father’s Day sermon showing the importance of Daddy’s hands

Text: Ephesians 5:23 “For the husband (or Father) is the head of the wife (or family), even as Christ is the head of the church; and He is the Savior of the body.” Introduction: Daddy’s hands are a very important part of his body. They are used in so many different ways to impacted his family’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:23-25

Denomination: *other

If The Foundation Is Destroyed

Contributed by J. Darren Duncan on Oct 25, 2013

Keeping the Fundamentals of the Faith Safe in these changing Times!

IF THE FOUNDATION BE DESTROYED WHAT CAN THE RIGHTEOUS DO? Psalms 11:1-3 A judge was interviewing a woman regarding her pending divorce, and asked, "What are the grounds for your divorce?" She replied, "About four acres and a nice little home in the middle of the property with a stream running ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 11:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Grab Hold Of God's Hand. He Will Pull You Up.

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Sep 28, 2011

A short talk given at Corscombe at the end of Walk West Dorset 2011. God speaks our language, and as in an old legend Christ holds out his hand and invites us to grab hold.

Philip Yancey kept a salt water aquarium. He wrote: ‘I [ran] a portable chemical laboratory to monitor the nitrate levels and the ammonia content. I pumped in vitamins, antibiotics, sulpha drugs and enough enzymes to make a rock grow. I filtered the water …and exposed it to ultraviolet ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-13

Denomination: Anglican

True Inculturation And The Liturgy Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 16, 2011

Authentic inculturation means that we Christianize the culture in which we live.

18 July 2011 The Spirit of the Liturgy I recall from grade school days when some particularly hard-hearted kid wanted to get under my skin, he would say “Prove it!” to anything I might advance. We see this in the Hebrews fleeing from Egypt. They trusted Moses until they got into a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:38-42

Denomination: Catholic

Your Life Is Designed For Destiny - Exodus Part 2 Series

Contributed by Dan Carroll on Jul 28, 2011

An explanation of the second chapter of Exodus, showing Moses as a product of faith and destiny.

INTRODUCTION • Ever wonder how God works out your destiny? • The first ten verses of Chapter 2 in Exodus give a picture of the supernatural work of God wove into the hands of people. • D.L. Moody said of Moses, “He spent the first 40 years of his life thinking he was ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Does The Bible Say About Homosexuality?

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Feb 3, 2014

Just because someone is a homosexual does not mean that we cannot love him (or her) or pray for him (her). Homosexuality is a sin and like any other sin, it needs to be dealt with in the only way possible. It needs to be laid at the cross and repented of.

The Bible, as God's word, reveals God's moral character and it shapes the morality of the Christian. The Bible has much to say about homosexuality: 1. Lev. 18:22 , "You shall not lie with a male as one lies with a female; it is an abomination." 2. Lev. 20:13, "If there is a man who lies with a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:26-28, Psalm 51:1-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

And Jesus Said, "I Tell You The Truth”

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on May 4, 2020

we learn from Jesus the universal truth of love

Every time Jesus wanted us to listen to what He had to say, He would say “truly I tell you” or “verily I say unto you” or “I tell you the truth” All of Jesus’ parables use one of these phrases, as well as many of His teachings. He wants us to ‘get it’ - that what He was saying is ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-14, Matthew 6:5, Matthew 24:2

Denomination: Episcopal

Christ, The King Of Love

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 20, 2020

The Feast of Christ the King is an act of faith.

Christ, the King of Love Matthew 25:31-46, 1 Corinthians 15:20-26, 1 Corinthians 15:28, Ezekiel 34:11-12, Ezekiel 34:15-17. Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, The Feast of Christ the King is an act of faith. The Feast of Christ the King is not an issue for empirical ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46, 1 Corinthians 15:20-26, 1 Corinthians 15:28, Ezekiel 34:11-12, Ezekiel 34:15-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Models Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 30, 2016

Paul is suggesting we should not necessarily limit ourselves to colleagues, or instructors or even celebrities, maybe especially celebrities, as our examples. We should look to God.

Ephesians 5:1 Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children 2 and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. You know those puzzles with a thousand pieces or so? Some are really difficult. If you've ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: *other

Might Temptation Appear In This Form? Series

Contributed by Alexander Shaw on Oct 11, 2015

Temptation can arise in various ways of which this is just one!

Might This Temptation Arise In Man’s Mind? Last week I wrote a brief introduction to the book of Jonah. Today we move on, but do read and study the book of Jonah. It has many lessons to teach us about ourselves and about Almighty God, and do remember that Jesus Christ, the Son of God, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-3

Denomination: Apostolic

Shall We Have Justice For The Elect?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 14, 2022

If even a corrupt judge will wither under incessant pleading, can we not expect the most just of judges, God, will give us what we really need?

29th Sunday in Course 2022 We should all remember the story of the Israelites wandering in the desert around Sinai for forty years. That was God’s way of purifying them before bringing them to the land of promise, Canaan. As they moved around, they ran into various other nomadic tribes, and one of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8, 2 Timothy 3:14-17, Psalm 121:1-8, Exodus 17:8-13

Denomination: Catholic

Recognizing Evil People And Their Characteristics. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 14, 2024

The Bible warns us about evil people and their destructive nature.

The Bible warns us about evil people and their destructive nature. It's essential to recognize their characteristics to avoid their harm and protect ourselves and others. This will explore the Bible's teachings on evil people and their traits, helping us to discern and navigate complex ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:28, Psalm 1:1-6