Sermons on Dealing With Criticism:

Do Christians Have "Rights" They Should Cling To? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 29, 2014

As believers can we cry foul when we feel our 'rights' have been violated? What about when we feel violated by those within the body of believers? What is our 'right'? What is our course of action? Do we have one?

Sermon Brief Date Written: May 22, 2014 Date Preached: May 25, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series in 1 Corinthians Sermon Title: Do Christians have ‘rights’ to cling to? Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11 [ESV] TEXT: Essence of the Text: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Defeating Bewitchment

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on May 16, 2011

Every geographical area has its own satanic technology peculiar to that area. The modus operandi of satanic agents vary from place to place. In attacking their victims what they use also varies from one place to another. Some employ what we refer to as “

Every geographical area has its own satanic technology peculiar to that area. The modus operandi of satanic agents vary from place to place. In attacking their victims what they use also varies from one place to another. Some employ what we refer to as “satanic bullets”, or demon idols ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Battle Against The Wasters

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on May 17, 2011

The Bible says that no man can enter into the house of a strongman and spoil his goods except he first binds the strongman. This book focuses on the activity of the evil powers that has dealt a deadly blow on the black race in particular and has truncated

The Bible says that no man can enter into the house of a strongman and spoil his goods except he first binds the strongman. This book focuses on the activity of the evil powers that has dealt a deadly blow on the black race in particular and has truncated its developmental process. We are talking ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 54:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Valley Of Decision

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on May 17, 2011

One of the most wonderful miracles in the Bible was the crossing of the Red Sea. One dimension to this wonderful miracle was that the Egyptians were so dumb as to follow the Israelites into the Red Sea. They felt that since the Israelites were their serva

One of the most wonderful miracles in the Bible was the crossing of the Red Sea. One dimension to this wonderful miracle was that the Egyptians were so dumb as to follow the Israelites into the Red Sea. They felt that since the Israelites were their servants they could still surpass them in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:19-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Tactics - Pt. 3 - Skinned Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Feb 12, 2015

We are instructed to be aware of how our enemy works against us. However, it is also essential to know how God works. We need to learn His tactics so that we won't miss His hand moving in our life.

Tactics Pt. 4 - Skinned I. Introduction In the New Testament, Paul instructs us to be aware of how our enemy works. In 2 Corinthians 2:11, he says “After all, we don’t want to unwittingly give Satan an opening for yet more mischief—we’re not oblivious to his sly ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:17

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Face God (And Your Critics) With A Clear Conscience (Acts - Part 30 Series

Contributed by Jeff Christopherson on Jan 15, 2005

5 Keys to Maintaining a Clear Conscience

How to Face God (& Your Critics) With A Clear Conscience Acts Series: ¡§Completely Irreligious, Yet Radically Christian¡¨ Part 30 Pastor Jeff Christopherson August 10, 2003 Acts 18:1-22 5 KEYS TO MAINTAINING A CLEAR CONSCIENCE: 1. Be Faithful to do what God Asks You To Do. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

"Who Is Jesus?"

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Jun 26, 2012

This is the question the disciples, the Pharisees and the man on the street had to answer, it still must be answered today. In the 1st chapters of Mark... Jesus is answere the "six most important Jewish questions": how are sins forgiven, pious practices,

In Jesus Holy Name June 10, 2012 Text: Mark 1:1; 3:20-30 Pentecost II Redeemer Who Is Jesus? (read the text) Who is Jesus? That is the question that must be answered if you have heard his name. Who is Jesus? That was the question in the first century when he lived and it is still ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Lifestyle Principles Sermon I: Dealing With Stress In Times Of Crisis Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 22, 2020

When everything appears to be in shambles, God's people pour out their hearts to God.

LIFESTYLE PRINCIPLES BY WHICH GOD’S WILL MAY BE DONE IN OUR LIVES Might we pray this way - “Thy will be done in my city as it is in Heaven“ . . . ‘Thy will be done in my Senior Adult Community as it is in Heaven” . ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-11

Just What I Needed (Mother's Day)

Contributed by Scott Sharpes on May 3, 2016

Things you might just need for Mother's Day or for "Other Mother's Day" Encouragement for the different aspects of motherhood. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others.

Title: Just What I Needed Text: 2 Cor. 1:3-11 Purpose: Mother’s Day Message ********************************************************** Introduction: Quotes from my daughter Brittney Things I never thought I'd hear myself say: 1. Stop biting the dog! 2. Don't lick the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Is Repetition Bad

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 19, 2019

CCM is bashed for repetition and length, but are the critics right?

Mat 6:7 But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking. 8 Be not ye therefore like unto them: for your Father knoweth what things ye have need of, before ye ask him. When it comes to prayer, Christ is not into vain ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-8, Psalm 136:1-26, Psalm 119:1-176, Colossians 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

God's Constant Care

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Mar 1, 2004

Jesus is criticized for working on the Sabbath and claiming to be God’s Son. He responds and offers a challenge to His critics, us.

God’s Constant Care John 5:17-21 INTRO.: The healing of the crippled man at Bethesda, immediately preceding this passage, is a story of man’s helplessness and God’s power. In v. 8, Jesus tells the crippled man to do the impossible and, with God’s help, he does it. You would expect rejoicing over ...read more

Scripture: John 5:17-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What America Needs Most

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Jun 11, 2011

I believe that this message is for America At This critical Hour

What America Needs Most By Gerald Van Horn Text. Psalms 85:6 “Wilt thou not revive us again; that thy people may rejoice in thee?” I want to speak to your conscience and to your heart today. I believe that this is message from God for America. There is one thing and one thing only ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 85:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Getting Serious About Sin Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Jul 30, 2010

Sermon 17 of the series. In Chapter 9, Ezra discovered that the people, all the way up to the leadership, had committed the sin of mingling with the nations around them, mimicking their actions, and marrying their daughters.

The Book of Ezra Study #17 (Ezra 10:1-8) Getting Serious About Sin REVIEW: • In Chapter 9, Ezra discovered that the people, all the way up to the leadership, had committed the sin of mingling with the nations around them, mimicking their actions, and marrying their daughters. • His actions ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 10:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

My Enemy, My Friend Series

Contributed by Joe Tilton on Oct 7, 2013

What to do about disagreeable people! What did Jesus do? Must you think like me to receive my service to you? Does someone you hate need you?

My Enemy My Friend October 13, 2013 One afternoon a small boy was playing outdoors, using his mother’s broom as a horse, and he had a wonderful time until the sun went down. As he came in he left the broom on the back porch. His mother was cleaning the kitchen when she realized her broom ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: *other

Sermon # 12 - The Way Of The Cross Part 1 - Dealing With Loneliness Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Apr 8, 2025

There are so many people who are lonely because of various reasons. Jesus the Son of God, experienced loneliness and desertion too. Jesus died in our place to reconcile us back to God and has promised those who trust in Him that He will be with us from now to eternity, so we never need be alone.

We read in Mark 14:50, “And they all left Him and fled.” These messages for the next two or three weeks will focus on the way of the cross that Jesus had to undergo. As the time drew near for Jesus to be crucified, He faced some of the loneliest moments, when all of His disciples deserted Him, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:50, Matthew 26:33, Genesis 37:24, Genesis 37:11, Matthew 14:3, Mark 1:40, Romans 6:23, Mark 15:7, Matthew 27:21, Matthew 27:26, 1 Peter 2:22, 1 Peter 2:24, Matthew 28:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other