Sermons on Dealing With Conflicts:

Unity Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 23, 2013

Unity is not formed from agreement, but from love and forgiveness.

John 17:20-26 “Unity” INTRODUCTION The words contained in today’s lesson are some of the most troubling Jesus ever spoke. We think we understand Jesus’ parables, like the Parable of the Sower, or the Parable of the Prodigal Son.” The significance of “Come ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Jesus Dines With Sinners Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 26, 2013

In this sermon we learn what happens when a person is converted to Christ.

Scripture The four Gospels are Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. The Gospel authors are often called “evangelists.” One reason they are called evangelists is because each author wanted to communicate the good news of salvation in such a way that unbelievers would understand, believe, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:29-32

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Who Is Jesus Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Nov 30, 2012

We can understand God's nature by taking a look at the person of Jesus.

November 25, 2012 Morning Worship Text: John 8:48-59 Subject: The Eternal Nature of Christ Title: Who Is Jesus – Part 1 Now that we have gotten past Thanksgiving it is time to start looking forward to our celebration of the birth of our Lord Jesus. Everything is different this year ...read more

Scripture: John 8:48-59

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Pilgrims Thanksgiving

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Nov 16, 2011

For many of us today our world is a strange place that we find hard to navigate through just as if we were Pilgrims. In many ways it’s as if we have just landed and have no idea of where we are. With all the strange things we encounter it is hard to rec

A Pilgrims Thanksgiving Luke 24:1-35 A famous Presbyterian used the word Pilgrim in one of his movies and it became part of American movie legend. That movie legend was Marion Robert Morrison better known to you and me as John Wayne. “I know I'm gonna use good judgement. I haven't lost ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:1-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rest God’s Way

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 16, 2011

The Sabbath reminds us of our need for rest. God gave the Sabbath to Israel and through Jesus God gives us a Sabbath rest as well.

Richard Swenson wrote a book in the 1990’s entitled, “Margin” in which he describes modern society as so overcommitted and over scheduled that we have no space left for rest. A reviewer writes: Overload is not having time to finish the book you’re reading on stress. Margin is having time to read ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gaius, A Man Who Helped Much

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 13, 2012

As a church leader, your behavior often determines the growth of believers and whether or not the church has a dynamic ministry for Christ. THIS is what the letter of 3 John is all about, leadership within the church.

As we continue our studies in the writings of the Apostle John, we begin to look into the book of 3 John. My plan is to spend just two studies in this book. It is believed that John the Apostle wrote this book or letter around 85-95 AD. It was written to a man named Gaius in order to warn ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Church Conflct Resolution

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Sep 6, 2011

Jesus was no fool. He knew that the Church would have its conflicts - so he gave us instructions on how to resolve them. Sdaly we so rarely believe him!

Church Conflict Resolution Mt 18:15-20 This is the one place in Scripture where Jesus talks about Church Discipline, which nowadays is so sadly lacking. I’d like to look at one verse today 15 “If your brother or sister sins, go and point out their fault, just between the two of you. If they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Anglican

The War Is On!!! Series

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jan 27, 2012

As Christians we are engaged in a continuous warfare which requires a constant readiness to engage the enemy covered by the armor God has provided

Ephesians 6:10-18 KJV Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. 11 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

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

Tested By Family Squabbles: Lesson 13

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 5, 2013

Learning Faith from Abraham

A. INTRODUCTION: THE PROBLEM – GENESIS 21:1-21 1. Sarah was protective of “my son” (v. 10) Isaac. 2. Abraham struck up for the son causing the problem calling him “his son” (v. 11). 3. The older brother Ishmael (age 17) was “scoffing” (v. 9, NKJV). The ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 21:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Civil Wars - Pt. 1 - Skirmishes Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 8, 2015

Brother against brother. Father against son. Son against father. It was a war that was anything but “civil”. Wars are inevitable.What if we could learn to fight fair? What if we could wage civil wars?

Civil Wars Pt. 1 - Skirmishes I. Introduction 4 years, 6 weeks and 3 days. By declaration it began in April of 1861 and the last shot was fired on June of 1865. It did not live up to its name. There was nothing civil about it. In fact, it remains the the most costly war in our history in regards ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Philippians And Stress 3: Eliminating Istress Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Mar 26, 2020

Some stress is an "I problem"--especially stress in the church. Jesus helps us get over our focus on our own needs.

PHILIPPIANS AND STRESS: DITCHING iStress—Philippians 1:27-2:18 Have you ever thought about how much stress comes from our own self-centeredness? At work, people are always asking: Am I successful, valued, getting ahead? In marriage: Am I getting my way? Am I finding fulfillment? Am I getting ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Courage Is Greater Than Gossip Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon will explore Jesus' teachings on handling conflict and sin within the church community, emphasizing the importance of direct confrontation over gossip, and the role of courage and kindness in this process.

Hello Church! Today we are going to talk about the kingdom of God and the counterculture lifestyle Jesus leads us into. Jesus leads us out of established beliefs and relational patterns and into a completely new way of living and loving. The kingdom of God is revolutionary. Revolutions bring about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Topics: Conflict Resolution, Courageous Kindness, Rejecting Gossip

Loving The Household Of Faith Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 9, 2024

In this lesson I want to talk about what it is to practically pursue love with your brothers and sisters in the Lord or the household of faith. This brotherly love is quite unique, for it has no cause other than the fact that someone is a brother.

PURSUING THE LOVE OF GOD Part 5 Part 5: LOVING THE HOUSEHOLD OF FAITH 1. Introduction John 13:34-35 "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another. "By this all will know that you are My disciples, if you have love for ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Staying The Course Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 7, 2022

We might presently feel like we’ve been fighting for our Promised Land a long time. Fighting will wear us out and lead to discouragement. Battle is not a pretty sight, and as we tire of spiritual confrontation, we might be tempted to give up.

Last week we saw how becoming tired of incessant battle can lead to becoming impatient and attempting to rush what God is wanting to do in His way and His timing. It can also lead a person to feeling defeated and abandoning the fight. David boldly declared in Psalm 119, “I will run the course of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 11:16-23

Denomination: Baptist