Sermons on Derision:

David Flees From Jerusalem Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 16, 2020

Second Samuel 16:1-23 shows us the behavior of the king's enemies.

Scripture John Stott observed in a sermon, “It was your great American wit, Mark Twain, who once said, ‘Man is the only animal that blushes, and the only animal that needs to.’ ” He went to say, “We are ashamed, are we not, of things we’ve done in the past. Nobody is free who is unforgiven. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 16:1-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Wrong Path Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 15, 2020

Psalm 2:1-12 shows us the path of rebellion and its consequences.

Scripture “Where’s Susan?” That’s the innocent question Joshua Rogers’s daughter asked as they were reading The Last Battle, the final book in The Chronicles of Narnia, by C. S. Lewis. Susan is the child queen who helped her siblings save Narnia from the White Witch in The Lion, the Witch, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Can We Ignore God Without Consequence?

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Mar 23, 2004

Noah built the ark in the open plain, far from the sea, surely attracting derision. It was hard work that required sustained effort over years and years time. But he BELIEVED and OBEYED God as a result of his faith. God honored that faith by providing a m

Can We Ignore God Without Consequence? We return to the book of Beginnings this morning. Our text is drawn from one of the most well-known stories in the Bible, found in Genesis 6 through 9. The account of Noah. With apologies to David Letterman, here’s a Top Ten list of lessons learned from ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Book Of Lamentations – Part 15 – The Judgement Fell Like An Attacking Lion; Like A Quiver Of Arrows; Like The Poison Of Wormwood - Chapter 3:10-15 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Apr 29, 2025

Judah had been put through the wringer and this Part features expressions to describe that – a bear and lion attack; an onslaught of a quiver of arrows; made to drink wormwood. Through it all faithful Jeremiah was a laughingstock to the people.

THE BOOK OF LAMENTATIONS – PART 15 – THE JUDGEMENT FELL LIKE AN ATTACKING LION; LIKE A QUIVER OF ARROWS; LIKE THE POISON OF WORMWOOD - CHAPTER 3:10-15 [10]. FEAR AND TERROR OF DEATH ARE THE PROSPECTS {{Lamentations 3:10 “HE is like A BEAR TO ME, lying in wait, LIKE A LION in secret places.” ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:10-11, Hosea 13:6-7, Amos 5:18-19, Lamentations 3:12-13, Revelation 19:15, Ecclesiastes 3:1-3, Lamentations 3:14, Jeremiah 19:8, Lamentations 3:15, Amos 6:12, Jeremiah 9:15, Deuteronomy 29:18, Revelation 8:10-11, Jeremiah 20:7-8, 1 Thessalonians 5:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord Laughs

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 12, 2016

To show that JESUS CHRIST is the Object of our Faith and He only laughs at people, at unbelievers and the LORD JESUS CHRIST only draws them deeper to confusion.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have faith in JESUS? Yes. this faith has saved me. Romans 10:9-10 (Amplified Bible) Because if you acknowledge and confess with your lips that Jesus is Lord and in your heart believe (adhere to, trust in, and rely on the truth) that God raised Him from the dead, you will be ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 59:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Marriage Of The King's Son Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 12, 2001

exposition on Matt ch 22 v 1 - 14

THE MARRIAGE OF THE KING’S SON Matthew 22 v. 1 - 14 1. The source of this marriage v. 2 "a certain King which made a marriage" (a) God planned it (b) God purposed it (c) God prepared for it (d) God provided it 2. The subjects of this marriage v. 2 "His Son" i.e. Christ and His bride - the church ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

"why Do The Heathen Rage?" Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 14, 2024

"Why do the heathen rage?"

Psalm 2 "Why do the heathen rage?" 1. THE SINNER'S DELUSION 1 Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing? i. An Irrational Rage - Why do the heathen rage? ii. A ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

He Who Laughs

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jul 6, 2013

RESISTING GOD'S AUTHORITY IS DANGEROUS!

HE WHO LAUGHS INTRODUCTION: KING DAVID WROTE ABOUT ONE HALF OF THE PSALMS (TOTAL 150). OTHER AUTHORS INCLUDE SOLOMON, MOSES, ASAPH, ETHAN AND THE SONS OF KORAH. SOME PSALMS MENTION NO AUTHOR. PSALMS RUNS THE GAMUT OF EMOTION SUCH AS SORROW AND REJOICING. SPIRITUAL INSIGHT: PSALMS 2:4 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:4

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do I Keep On Preaching?

Contributed by Devon Witherspoon on Aug 4, 2007

Encouragement to those who going through trying to preach the word of GOD

Why do I keep on Preaching? Prayer Text: Jeremiah 20:7-9 O LORD, thou hast deceived me, and I was deceived; thou art stronger than I, and hast prevailed: I am in derision daily, every one mocketh me. 8For since I spake, I cried out, I cried violence and spoil; because the word of the LORD was ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 20:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

Accepting God’s Kingship And Control Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Mar 2, 2011

Kingship Psalms remind us that we have a King who is to be listed to and obeyed because He protects us and provides for us. Basically all Kingship Psalms answer the same question … “How do I respond to the rule of God in my life?”

Accepting God's Kingship and Control Psalm 2:1-12 You can listen to a full recording of this message at http://www.nec.org.au/listen-to-a-sermon-series/responding-to-god-psalms/ Introduction to Reading Altogether there are 150 Psalms. In the past weeks we have been looking at different Psalms ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12, Exodus 33:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

Board Of Peace Or Prince Of Peace

Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Feb 21, 2026

This sermon contrasts humanity’s endless attempts to manufacture peace in boardrooms with the unshakable rule of the risen Christ, the Prince of Peace.

Board of Peace or Prince of Peace Scripture: Psalm 2:1–12 (ESV) Rev. Kelvin L. Parks 21 February 2026 ________________________________________ Church, please stand to your feet as we read God's Word. Scripture: Psalm 2:1–12 (ESV) (v.1) Why do the nations rage, and the peoples plot in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Board Of Peace Or Prince Of Peace Series

Contributed by Kelvin Parks on Mar 17, 2026

C3PT: Culture and Trust. Psalm 2:1-12. Boards manufacture peace but only Christ provides it. Stop trying to produce in the boardroom what only the Prince of Peace can give.

LITURGICAL OPENING — PSALM 34:1-8 • I will bless the Lord at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth. • My soul shall make her boast in the Lord: the humble shall hear thereof, and be glad. • O magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together. • I sought the Lord, and he ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Or Disciple

Contributed by Eljay Payopay on Nov 5, 2011

Are you a Christian or Disciple?

Matthew 28:18-20 NIV 18Then Jesus came to them and said, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and MAKE DISCIPLES of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Apostolic

More Than Murder Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Mar 26, 2014

Taking the Leap to something higher will require embracing the hard sayings of Jesus.

More than Murder June 30, 2013 Introduction This is an interesting week in national news. June 24, 2013 Paula Deen's Food Network career is toast after the network announced Friday that it would not be renewing the popular shows "Paula's Best Dishes" and "Paula's Home Cooking" after her contract ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-22

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Danger Of This Job

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jul 13, 2010

Whenever God chooses to raise up a leader that commands attention, there is always the danger of attracting enemies.

The Danger of This Job John 5:36 John 7: 1-5 36 But I have a greater witness than John—my teachings and my miracles. The Father gave me these works to accomplish, and they prove that he sent me. Our Lord's second witness was the witness of His ...read more

Scripture: John 7:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational