Sermons on Debt Statements:

More Righteousness Needed, Please Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jun 28, 2014

How can we be more righteous than the Pharisees and the Scribes were?

More Righteousness Needed Please Matthew 5:20-26 This verse has certainly raised its concerns in the church over the centuries. But understanding this verse is key to understanding the Sermon on the Mount as a whole. What is Jesus saying when He says that “your righteousness must exceed that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

2. Unmerciful Servant Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on May 29, 2007

As representatives of God’s Kingdom, all Christians must forgive others as they have been forgiven by God.

INTRO Gonzaga Players Arrested for Pot and Mushroom Possession: In an absolute shocker, two college kids from the Pacific Northwest have been arrested for marijuana and mushroom possession. Josh Heytvelt and Theo Davis were pulled over by police for a broken taillight, but inspection of the car ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:23-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faithful Till The End

Contributed by Joel Santos on Mar 19, 2005

THE LORD’S FINAL WORDS "IT IS FINISHED" 1. REVEALS THAT JESUS FAITHFULLY FULFILLED HIS MISSION, 2. REVEALS THE PERSEVERANCE OF JESUS.

FAITHFUL TILL THE END "IT IS FINISHED" (JOHN 19:30) INTRODUCTION: THE SIXTH SAYING FROM THE CROSS IS FOUND IN JOHN 19:30. "When He had received the drink, Jesus said, "It is finished." With that, He bowed His head and gave up His spirit” (John 19:30). Illustration The Greeks had a race in ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Radical Living

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 5, 2012

How can we live as radical disciples of Jesus.

Radical Living 1 Timothy 6:7-19 September 16, 2012 A husband and wife decide they’re going to pay off their credit card debt. They owe $15,000 and believe God doesn’t want them to be in debt, so they cut up their credit cards and begin to pay off the $15,000. They will never make ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:7-19

Denomination: Baptist

Borrowing And Saving - Should Christians Do Either? Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 30, 2015

In this lesson, we study what the Bible has to say about borrowing and saving.

Introduction: A. Before going to Europe on business, a man drove his Rolls-Royce to a downtown NY City bank and went in to ask for an immediate loan of $5 thousand. 1. The loan officer was quite taken aback, and asked what collateral he could offer. 2. “Well, here are the keys to my ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Radical Living

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 16, 2009

What is it we really treasure? Money, possessions or Christ?

February 1, 2009 Radical Living 1 Timothy 6:7-19 A man decides he’s going to pay off his credit card. He owes $7,500 and believes God does not want him to be in debt, so he decides he’ll cut up the card and pay off the $7,500 by making the minimum monthly payment until it’s gone. Your question — ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:7-19

Denomination: Baptist

Changed People

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Sep 9, 2002

A sermon for the 17th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 19 A sermon about how many times should one forgive

17th Sunday Pentecost Proper 19 Matthew 18:21- 35 "Changed People??" 21* ¶ Then Peter came up and said to him, "Lord, how often shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? As many as seven times?" 22 Jesus said to him, "I do not say to you seven times, but seventy times seven. 23* ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Downward Mobility Of Jesus Series

Contributed by David Smith on Sep 21, 2009

“For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Although He was rich, for your sakes he became poor, so that you, through his poverty, might become rich. “

I thought it was about time I began a sermon with a joke, and today’s passage did make me think of that story about the world’s leaders at prayer, asking God when their countries would repay their national debts. As the story goes, President Obama prays to God, asking when the US economy will ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Downward Mobility Of Jesus Series

Contributed by David Smith on Jul 5, 2009

“For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Although He was rich, for your sakes he became poor, so that you, through his poverty, might become rich. “

I thought it was about time I began a sermon with a joke, and today’s passage did make me think of that story about the world’s leaders at prayer, asking God when their countries would repay their national debts. As the story goes, President Obama prays to God, asking when the US economy will ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

"resurrection Realities"

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Apr 5, 2021

Based on Matthew 28:1-10 & other selected Scriptures - Sermon focuses on 4 realities that the resurrection confirms & assures.

“RESURRECTION REALITIES” Matthew 28:1-10 FBCF – 4/4/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – “It’s Friday, but Sunday’s coming” video The truth that we celebrate today is the truth that sets us apart from all other religions. The message of the resurrection is central to the Gospel. Without this life-changing, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Marks Of A True Christian Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Dec 4, 2024

In Romans 13:8-14, Paul continues his theme of Christian conduct in the world, emphasizing love as the foundation of all relationships, particularly how believers should interact with their neighbors and the world at large.

The Marks of a True Christian December 18, 2024 Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Romans 13:8-14 Introduction How does the rest of the world and even the people who know you in your neighborhood, work, or school know that you are a Christian? In Romans 13:8-14, Paul continues his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Brethren

Releasing Faith Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Oct 31, 2003

The intention of this message is to get us to forgive as we have been forgiven.

Lesson on Faith from The Lord’s Model Prayer Releasing Faith “Forgive us our debts as we also have forgiven our debtors.” Matthew 6:12 November 2, 2003 Intro: A. [Forgiving Your Spouse, Citation: Glenn E. Schaeffer, Christian Reader ("Kids of the Kingdom" September/October 1997)] During a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-35, Matthew 6:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Petition For Pardon Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Aug 11, 2004

jesus includes in His blueprint forgiveness as s key element and principle for prayer.

Petition for Pardon Matthew 6:9-13 Series: The Blueprint for Prayer August 8, 2004 Introduction A Christian lawyer who had been studying the scripture made the decision to cancel the debts of every client that owed him money for more than six months. The lawyer wrote a letter explaining the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Why Jesus Is The Only Way To Salvation.

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Jul 14, 2003

In our modern culture, the way of salvation is under challenge within and without the church. This sermon addresses this important issue.

Why Jesus is the only Way to salvation. In our post modern culture, the question frequently arises, “Why do you say Jesus is the only way?” or “Who are you to say Jesus is the only way?” We can expect the culture to ask questions like this, but in the last few years the Christian church itself has ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:10-12, 1 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

The Unforgiving Servant Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 6, 2021

Peter asked a question.... How many times must I forgive? Jesus responded by telling a story.

January 23, 2021 The Context: Peter asked Jesus a question: “How many times do I have to forgive the person who sins against me… 7 times?” Peter’s question was not intended to get Jesus’ opinion so much as it was to toot his own horn of grace and mercy --- Toot! Toot! You see, the Rabbis ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:3-35

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist