Sermons on Cultural Pressure:

Justice! Only Justice!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 28, 2014

Situation at times may be critical and you may think there is no way out but opt for the ‘easy way’ but never ever give in to pressure! Stay true in the heat.

Justice! Only Justice! Deuteronomy 16:20”Justice, and only justice, you shall follow, that you may live and inherit the land that the LORD your God is giving you.” I was at the railway station along with my husband, rushing to save the life of a young girl who was demon possessed and ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Making An Impact For God Sermon Ii: The Awesome Power Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 20, 2020

In times like these, when pressures are brought to bear on the committed by the uncommitted, mature Christians pray to the LORD their God in faith, believing wholeheartedly that God will act to right the wrongs.

MAKING AN IMPACT FOR GOD: THE AWESOME POWER OF PRAYER On the morning of April 14, 1865, President Abraham Lincoln met with his cabinet as the War neared its end. Lincoln said to them, “I’ve been having a strange dream the last few nights. In this dream, ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:1-28

Integrity: The Prerequisite For Success In Ministry

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Aug 5, 2025

Ministry without integrity is like a structure without a foundation—it will eventually crumble under pressure. The success God honours in ministry is not just about results, but about righteousness.

INTEGRITY: THE PREREQUISITE FOR SUCCESS IN MINISTRY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 15:1-5 (KJV) "LORD, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? who shall dwell in thy holy hill? He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart. He that backbiteth ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Scheming Without A Schematic Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 17, 2025

When human design collapses, God’s blueprint restores; the Divine Draftsman rebuilds lives and cultures through grace, purpose, and renewed imagination.

(Finding the Blueprint Again) --- 1. The Great Design Problem We live in a world obsessed with building things—apps, ideologies, identities, futures. Every headline feels like a pitch deck: Here’s how to fix the world. Our confidence is architectural; we assume that with enough data, diversity, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1, Genesis 11:1-9, Colossians 1:16-17, Ephesians 2:10, Proverbs 3:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Mercy Triumphs Over Judgment. James 2:8-13 Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 21, 2013

When we excuse ourselves for our prejudices of color, education, culture, or status, we undo the love mercy of God in our lives.

A church painting- A church decided to paint their building. It had become a bit dingy over the years, but the church members felt that a complete painting was a bit expensive, so they bought only as much white paint as they thought they might need. After painting the front of the building they ...read more

Scripture: James 2:8-13

Denomination: *other

A Grace That Won't Let Go

Contributed by Frank Jackson on Nov 12, 2005

Any study of the life of the apostle Paul requires a serious look at the subject of pain. Suffering is not a pleasant subject to explore, especially in our western culture.

A GRACE THAT WON’T LET GO 2 Corinthians 1-9 Any study of the life of the apostle Paul requires a serious look at the subject of pain. Suffering is not a pleasant subject to explore, especially in our western culture. Perhaps you have heard, as I did growing up, that pain and suffering ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-11, 2 Corinthians 12:1-9

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

Sanctification PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 30, 2024

This sermon encourages Christians to live as beacons of God's holiness, resisting worldly conformity and embodying God's character in their thoughts, words, and actions.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is indeed a joyous day, a day filled with the promise of God’s unending love and mercy, a day that the Lord has made for us to rejoice and be glad in. As we gather here, let us open our hearts and minds to the wisdom and guidance that comes from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:3-4, Ephesians 5:27, Romans 12:2

Topics: Holiness

Why Are You Fishing? Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jun 8, 2021

Offended? Disagree? Go on the offensive and cancel the material or the person. It is culture cancel and it has gone wild. However, maybe we should participate!

Cancel Culture Pt. 3 - Why Are You Fishing? I. Introduction What was once called boycotting has been replaced by the term Cancel culture. It is a modern form of ostracism in which someone is thrust out of social or professional circles – whether it be online, on social media, or in person. Those ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:33-34, Luke 22:54-62, John 21:3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And… Live A Jesus-Shaped Life - Romans 8:29 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 31, 2025

What shape is your life taking? Is it shaped by the culture around you? Is it shaped by your career, your comfort, or your convenience? Or is it shaped by Christ?

Go! And… Live a Jesus-Shaped Life - Romans 8:29 Romans 8:29 (NLT): “For God knew his people in advance, and he chose them to become like his Son, so that his Son would be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters.” Introduction: Let me ask you a simple but profound question: What shape is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:29, Matthew 16:24-25, Galatians 5:22-23, Colossians 1:27, 2 Corinthians 5:21, John 15:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Only You Can Prevent It! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jun 8, 2021

Offended? Disagree? Go on the offensive and cancel the material or the person. It is culture cancel and it has gone wild. However, maybe we should participate!

Cancel Culture Pt. 2 - Only You Can Prevent It! I. Introduction Cancel culture is a modern form of ostracism in which someone is thrust out of social or professional circles – whether it be online, on social media, or in person. Those who are subject to this ostracism are said to have been ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:1-3, 1 Samuel 15:7-9, 1 Samuel 31:2-4, 2 Samuel 1:2-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Temporary Illusion Of Material Things Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Aug 29, 2013

James teaches about the temporary nature of material things...

A Study of the Letter of James James 1:9-18 August 28, 2013 Read Scripture: James 1:9-11 9Believers who are poor have something to boast about, for God has honored them. 10And those who are rich should boast that God has humbled them. They will fade away like a little flower in the field. 11The ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-18

Denomination: Baptist

From Egypt To Nazareth With Jesus Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 17, 2017

It was an angel that told Joseph of the danger to Jesus. He was told to flee to Egypt and also that he would be told when it was safe to return. With Herod dead, the pressure was off and it was now safe for Joseph to take his family home.

-4 BC- Egypt and Nazareth (14) From Egypt to Nazareth with Jesus Matthew 2: 19-23, Luke 2:39 Hosea 11:1 says, “When Israel was a child, I loved him, and out of Egypt I called my son.” God’s son was down in Egypt, but He can’t stay there. He can’t grow up in the Egyptian culture like Moses ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:19-23, Luke 2:39

Denomination: Baptist

He Knows Your Works

Contributed by Rickey Broach on Oct 18, 2006

THIS IS A MESSAGE FORM ONE PASTOR TO ANOTHER, IN A DAY WHERE MANY ARE GIVING UP THEIR CALLING BECAUSE OF THE PRESSURES OF MINISTRY THE LORD SPOKE TO ME HEART HE KNOWS YOUR WORKS

HE KNOWS YOUR WORKS REVELATION 2: 1 - 2a WHILE THE ENTIRE BURDEN OF THIS MESSAGE IS NOT ON THE OUTLINE, IT IS MY PRAYER THAT THERE IS ENOUGH HERE TO ENCOURAGE YOU TO KEEP FIGHTING THE GOOD FIGHT OF FAITH WE UNDERSTAND THAT THE BOOK OF REVELATION IS AN APOCALYPTIC WRITING OFTEN WE THINK THAT ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-2

Denomination: Church Of God

Stronger Than Superman Series

Contributed by James Bohrer on Jan 14, 2009

The power of Christ is insurmountable. He can withstand any pressure. He can defeat any enemy. We have no excuse for succumbing to the world when we are His sidekick!

HEBREWS STRONGER THAN SUPERMAN HEBREWS 1:1-4 PASTOR JIM BOHRER APRIL 6, 2008 Everyone loves a superhero. I remember being fascinated by the Old Black and White Superman. There would be a call for help and Clark Kent would rush from his desk to the hallway and make a quick change and hop on a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Lay It On The Basket, Throw It On The Hand Of God

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on May 30, 2012

Pressured by the possibility of losing a dear child! Threat for their lives! Injustice and discrimination! Grinding poverty and hard labor! They found the answer through the basket. The basket carried by God’s hand

LAY IT ON THE BASKET, THROW IT ON THE HAND OF GOD (Exodus 2:1-10) Pressured by the possibility of losing a dear child! Threat for their lives! Injustice and discrimination! Grinding poverty and hard labor! Those were among the great challenges that Moses’ family are facing. They found the answer ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational