Sermons on cultural issues: showing 226-240 of 61,507

Why He Refuses To Speak PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023

Explore the depth of Isaiah 53:7, emphasizing Jesus Christ's silent courage, His profound revelation, and His role as the ultimate Bridegroom.

Good morning, church family. Today, we're diving deep into the heart of Isaiah 53:7, a verse that speaks vividly about our Lord Jesus Christ, His steadfast silence before His accusers, the profound significance of His revelation, and the beautiful parallels between Jesus and the bridegroom. As we ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:7

Topics: Kingdom Marriages, Issues

Be Careful What You Pray For PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Good morning, family. Today, we’ll journey into the Scriptures, exploring the power of prayer, the peril of praying for the wrong things, and the sovereignty of God in disciplining nations. As we delve into James 5:16 and Habakkuk 1:5, I am reminded of a quote by John Stott: "The purpose of prayer ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16, Habakkuk 1:5

Topics: Prayer, Fix Issues

Answering Our Culture #9: "I Don't Want To Change My Lifestyle" Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Oct 26, 2002

Ninth in the series of answering charges against Christianity. This one discusses the bottom-line issue of submitting to Christ, and the question of "What if Christianity is wrong?"

Answering Our Culture #9 – I Don’t Want to Change My Lifestyle; What if Christianity is Wrong? Various Scriptures September 29, 2002 Introduction Today we look at our last main message on reasons people give for not becoming Christians. We have spent the better part of the last 3 months looking ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-4

Denomination: Wesleyan

Sanctity Of Human Life In A Culture Of Death

Contributed by John Harvey on Jan 13, 2005

On Sanctity of Human Life Sunday we will compare God’s design for life and how man is a destoyer of life. Christians are called to respond.

Sanctity of Life In A Culture Of Death January 16, 2005 Intro: Today is sanctity of human life Sunday. We recognize today the need for Christians to respond to the social issues facing us. Today, I hope you hear a message of hope, challenge and grace. Since 1973 when the U.S. Supreme Court ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:13

Denomination: Baptist

Four Approaches To Counseling Across Cultures

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 19, 2001

Four Approaches To Counseling Across Cultures Eph. 4:12-16

Four Approaches To Counseling Across Cultures Eph. 4:12-16 Encourager - (Exhortative Gifts) - This counselor is gifted in coming up with practical applications for counseling problems. Emphasizing wisdom more than the understanding of knowledge, this counselor is not hesitant to use a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:12-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Story Of Daniel - A Hero In A Pagan Culture Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Aug 6, 2001

The Bible is quite literally an anthology of hero stories. The writer chooses the most crucial events in the hero’s life and builds his story on those key moments. Let’s look at The Story of Daniel - A Hero in a Pagan Culture.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: Creating and choosing heroes are one of the most significant things that cultures do. We see this everyday in one way or another. Watch ESPN Sports Center, and you can see an entire evening of basketball games reduced to a couple of minutes by Kenny Mayne and Dan ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:21

In Tune With The Culture But Out Of Step With The World

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005

The need of the church to be culturally relevant.

These are important words because they tell us that these men from Issachar realized that changes were taking place in their nation & they needed to respond to those changes. Not only that, but they were the kind of men who could make the right decisions. Like the men of Issachar, we need to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Vision 2016: Spurring A Prophetic Culture

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 10, 2016

I will not hesitate to declare with the turn of 2016: "These are the beginning of the days of a great harvest!" It is time for us to grab it and run. God still speaks today! Are you listening? Are you willing to take action for 2016.

Are you listening? God still speaks today! Are you listening? What are you hearing? Deuteronomy 8:3 states, "He humbled you and let you suffer hunger, and fed you with manna, which you did not know, nor did your fathers know, that He might make you know that man does not live by bread alone; but ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Culturally Adapt Your Communications

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 15, 2001

Paul learned how to adapt his communications to maximize its effects with the Athenians. We too should ask the Holy Spirit to direct our communications for its greatest results. The Spirit is able to empower, enable and influence the outcome of our commun

CULTURALLY ADAPT YOUR COMMUNICATION Illustration: The Importance of Good Communications:Professional golfer Tommy Bolt was playing in Los Angeles and had a caddy with a reputation of constant chatter. Before they teed off, Bolt told him, "Don’t say a word to me. And if I ask you something, just ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Culture Shifts: Our Changing World

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Jan 7, 2002

This is the 1st of a sermon series exploring the changes that have taken place in our worldview in the last 40 - 50 years. This sermon explores the paradox of the human search for order, and the divine imposition of chaos at the tower of Babel. It then

Bibliography: Culture Shifts: A Bible Study of Postmodern Times, Lesson 2 For the next several weeks, we are going to be taking a look at the times we live in and the changes that have taken place in the way we think and act over the last 40 years. Tonight we will look at how our society and our ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Sexual Purity In An X-Rated Culture Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

What the Bible says about sexual immorality and the definition of marriage.

INTRODUCTION We live in interesting times. Last fall, on November 6, 2012, voters in Washington State approved two controversial issues, same-sex marriage and personal marijuana use. It’s interesting that the Bible says in Leviticus 20:13, “If a man lies with a man; they shall be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Using Legends To Evangelize Across Cultures

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 11, 2001

USING LEGENDS TO EVANGELIZE ACROSS CULTURES

USING LEGENDS TO EVANGELIZE ACROSS CULTURES Introduction - Every society is proud of its traditions, culture, and historical discoveries. When I first came to Africa it amazed me at what reverence the people gave to the stories of past. Parents told legends about Joseph and his brothers to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-47

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Immorality Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Aug 26, 2008

The ignorance of the Hebrews leads them to unfaithfulness. They are naive and think culture will not effect them spiritually. Let us overcome our ignorance and protect our faith.

The people of Israel are on the plains of Moab across the river Jordan about 10 miles southeast of Jericho, they are preparing to enter into the promise land. The Moabites want the Israelites to leave as they are afraid the people of Israel will desolate the land of produce, so their king, Balak, ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 25:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Issues Of Life 2: Capital Punishment Series

Contributed by James H Boyd on Feb 17, 2003

Looking at an important part of God’s plan for a just society

And will you profane Me among My people...killing people who should not die, and keeping people alive who should not live...? (Ezekiel 13:19) ...it can be easily demonstrated that the death penalty strengthens the value of human life. If the penalty for rape were lowered, clearly it would ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-4, Ezekiel 13:19

Denomination: Charismatic

Issues That Should Be Settled By Age Twelve!

Contributed by Ivan Casteel on Sep 13, 2006

Challenging families to start early preparing children for Christian Service.

DATE Sept 2006 ISSUES THAT SHOULD BE SETTLED BY AGE 12!! Luke 2:40-42. Lu 2:40 And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: and the grace of God was upon him. 41 Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the feast of the passover. 42 And when he was twelve ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-47

Denomination: Baptist