Sermons on Current Issues:

Why Is There So Much Suffering In The World? Series

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on May 31, 2012

It is a question that many people ask. This sermon helps us to explore the issues.

Why is there so much suffering in the world? It’s a question that many people have asked, and as I’ve gone door to door visiting in various places it has been a question that people would want to ask God. Some people say to me, “Everything happens for a reason”; and whilst ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-28

Denomination: Anglican

By The Hem Of His Robe

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Feb 1, 2016

God takes bruised and bleeding people and restores them to health and wholeness.

“By the Hem of His Robe” “This is what the LORD Almighty says: "In those days ten people from all languages and nations will take firm hold of one Jew by the hem of his robe and say, 'Let us go with you, because we have heard that God is with you.'" Zechariah 8:23 NIV Intro: ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 8:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dirty Fighting Techniques In Marriage Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Dec 30, 2018

In marriage, we are going to encounter conflict at some point. And at some point, we're going to fight dirty. And we will be both on the receiving end and the giving end of these dirty tactics.

“What, with my tongue in your tail? Nay, come again, Good Kate; I am a gentleman.” - William Shakespeare, The Taming Of The Shrew. "A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger." Proverbs 15:1 Eventually, you're going to fight In marriage, we are going to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:1

Denomination: Baptist

Seeking Right Relationships Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 12, 2022

When you relate to God, set Christ apart as Lord, you are always ready to give an answer. An answer to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. When you have this kind of relationship with the Lord that Peter is talking about in this passage people will ask you about it.

We quite often hear alarming reports about declining education. Tests scores dropping for students. This is a serious matter that needs to be addressed. But there is another finding that is serious but does not receive the same attention. When discovering why those fail at their jobs their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-22

Denomination: Baptist

Growing In Grace

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Jun 29, 2024

There are so many ways that we can try to strengthen ourselves. The writer of Hebrews charges us to allow our hearts to be strengthened by grace. Growing in grace is learning to turn to the Lord in trying times over any other external source of strength.

Growing in Grace Hebrews 13:9 says, “Do not be carried about with various and strange doctrines. For it is good that the heart be established by grace, not with foods which have not profited those who have been occupied with them.” (NKJV) Growing in grace is about allowing our hearts to be ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:9, Ephesians 2:9, Hebrews 10:22, Hebrews 4:16, 1 Peter 5:10, John 16:33, Isaiah 36:6  (view more)  (view less)

The Spiritual Roots Of Mental Illness Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 20, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the biblical perspective on mental illness, examine examples of mental issues with spiritual roots, and discuss how Jesus healed mental issues in biblical times.

The topic of mental illness has become increasingly prominent in modern society, with many attributing its causes to secular factors such as genetics, environment, and brain chemistry. However, from a biblical perspective, mental illness can be viewed as having spiritual roots, stemming from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:23, 1 Samuel 16:14-15

What Movies Are Playing In Your Mind? Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 16, 2025

This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. This lesson focuses on how our thoughts creates images (movies) within our minds that we then act on.

What Movie Is Playing In Your Mind? Rev. Rodney Johnson and Rev. Barry Johnson NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-28, Genesis 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being Christ Minded

Contributed by Donovan Myers on Apr 27, 2002

Issuing from following Christ are some responsibilities...

PHILIPPIANS 2:1-11 Whether the relationship is between a parent and a child, between a boy and girl, or between former strangers who now form the body of Christ; there are some things that must be present if the relationship is to be authentic or real. There must be genuine friendship and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wrestling With God

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 2, 2001

A message on settling the issue of an authentic relationship with God.

"Wrestling With God" Genesis 32.27 Of all the mysteries I would like solved before I die, it is the one that says you must struggle if you are going to grow. Growth always means struggle in one form or another. I struggled when I was a youth, trying to grow physically. We all struggled as ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:27, Genesis 32:22-31

Denomination: United Methodist

"Abel's Lamb"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Feb 25, 2006

An acceptible sacrifice to God is faith that issues in obedience.

1 Now the man had relations with his wife Eve, and she conceived and gave birth to Cain, and she said, “I have gotten a manchild with the help of the LORD.” 2 Again, she gave birth to his brother Abel. And Abel was a keeper of flocks, but Cain was a tiller of the ground. 3 So it came about in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-8

Denomination: Orthodox

Complete Sacrifices

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 12, 2004

The central issue of human life, to be resolved, is that of worship.

Complete Sacrifices Montreal/Cornwall September 18, 2004 The central issue of life is worship. This has been the case from the very beginning. Worship was the central issue for the first war. In eternity past, the sin of pride entered Lucifer’s heart and he became jealous of God, wanting to be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Establishing A Trust

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jun 8, 2010

Trust is an issue of God's presensce, personality, and performance.

“Establishing a Trust” Exodus 2:23-3:15 Barb and I do not look forward with any great excitement to the day when we can no longer take care of ourselves. But we are ready for it. We have established a trust – we have made provisions for making decisions on our behalf and for ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Porn Sunday - Week 1 Series

Contributed by Eric Bain on Feb 25, 2008

This sermon deals with the issues of pornography and sexual integrity.

Porn Sunday #1 © 2008 Eric Bain NOTE: The following sermon is available in audio format at www.sanctuary-church.com Well good morning and welcome to what we are calling Porn Sunday, here at Sanctuary! If you’re a first time visitor, maybe you’re new to Christianity, and you came because you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Be A False Witness Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jan 14, 2008

There is more to the ninth commandment than court issues.

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 Famous American Fibs - The check is in the mail. - I’ll start my diet tomorrow. - We service what we sell. - Give me your number and the doctor will call you right back. - Money cheerfully refunded. - One size fits all. - This offer limited to the first 100 people who call ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Single-Mindedness According To God

Contributed by Milton Smith on Apr 28, 2009

Biblical Insight for Overcoming the Daily Issues of Life

In Deuteronomy 6:4 Moses proclaimed to the children of Israel: "Hear, O Israel the Lord our God is one Lord." In this context the word "one" implies unity and singleness.In short, Moses declares that God, in his triune personality (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit), is unifiedin one collective ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational