Sermons on dichotomy: showing 136-150 of 317

Love & Taxes (Matthew 22)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 17, 2024

Love and taxes are two important topics. What does Jesus have to say about such things? Let's see in Matthew 22.

Let’s look at lessons on God’s invitation, paying taxes, marriage in heaven and love in Matthew 22. God’s Invitation What is our response to God’s invitation? What does God expect us to wear? Let’s look at the Parable of the Wedding Banquet in Matthew 22:1-14. Did many refuse to accept the ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Deliver Us Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 2, 2017

Paul describes 1) The confusion (Romans 7:14–16), 2) The corruption (Romans 7:17–20) and 3) The conclusion (Romans 7:21–25). in seeing Christ as the ultimate deliverer of our inner conflict.

The totality of flooding this week in Texas from tropical storm Harvey has been devastating. 75 000 people called 911 seeking help. Calling out for help, the US Federal Emergency Management Agency deployed 900 personnel in search-and-rescue teams. A million liters of water, a million meals, 20, 520 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Other

Narnia: Have You Met The Lion? Series

Contributed by Daniel Driggs on Dec 23, 2005

An examination of some of the characteristics of the Lion of Judah as displayed in Aslan the lion in C. S. Lewis’The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

TITLE: Have you met the Lion? TEXT: Revelation 5:5 Through the years there have been a number of famous lions on television and in the movies. • Leo debuted on July 31, 1928 as the MGM lion mascot seen at the beginning of every MGM feature film. • In the film adaptation The Wizard of Oz ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Heart Of The Matter Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jun 21, 2008

Obligation is good. Love is better!

The Heart of the Matter, Luke 10:38-42 Introduction My first staff position in a church was as the Associate Pastor of The Kirk Community Church in Dunedin, Florida. I normally arrived at church early but on this particular morning my wife and I had arrived just a few minutes before the worship ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Christian Church

God Will Not Give You More Than You Can Handle Series

Contributed by Bret Hammond on Aug 5, 2014

People who are going through difficult times are often told by others not to worry because, “God won’t give you more than you can handle.” The words are said with the best of intentions but unfortunately no such promise exists in the Bible.

INTRODUCTION A. I first introduced you to Saeed Abedini several months ago – many heard name on news 1. American citizen –Iranian descent – pastor – has been in Iranian prison since 2012 2. His crime – preaching about Jesus – for that -8 years –worst ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:8-11

Denomination: Christian Church

Rescue From Condemnation: An Exposition Of Romans 8:1-11

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 4, 2020

We live in perpetual fear of condemnation. what is the cure?

Rescue from Condemnation: An Exposition of Romans 8:1-11 Everyone fears condemnation, and the world is filled with both condemners and the condemned. The word itself is a combination of “con” which means “with” and “damnation” which is such an ugly word that it is condemned in polite speech. Why ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Under Law Or Under Grace

Contributed by Steve Sheek on Jan 31, 2022

Tree of Life Messianic Congregation Houston 29Jan22. There is a long running disagreement regarding Law vs. Grace. The Law has been denigrated for centuries in favor of Grace. Is there room for both?

20220129 Parsha Mishpatim – Under Law or Under Grace Torah Portion                   Exodus ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:20-28, Galatians 3:23-29

Denomination: *other

Know The Truth And The Truth Will Set You Free

Contributed by Kunnil Wilson on Jan 6, 2023

If you continue in my word, then you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth and the truth will make you free

Know the truth and the truth will set you free Kunnil Wilson John 8: 31-32 Jesus said to the Jews who believed in him: "If you continue in my word, then you are truly my disciples, and you will know the truth and the truth will make you free." If the context of these words is told, ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon # 37 - Which Side Are You On? Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jun 2, 2023

Are we growing in spiritual maturity? Have we put off our childish ways, and are we able to discern the right ways of God and live accordingly? Let’s examine ourselves to see where we stand.

I want to begin by sharing a testimony from last week. For the past two years, a family from another district have been regularly listening to the messages that were shared on social media. They called in to tell me that as result of this, their entire family had committed their lives to Jesus, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:11, 1 Corinthians 13:11, Matthew 12:36, Ecclesiastes 10:2, Proverbs 14:16, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Matthew 27:38, Luke 23:39, Luke 23:42, Matthew 25:31-34, Matthew 25:41  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Two Paths PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 22, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to choose the path of righteousness, delight in God's law, and flourish like a tree planted by streams of water.

Beloved, as we gather together today in the sanctuary of our Lord, we find ourselves standing at the crossroads of life, where the path of righteousness and the path of wickedness diverge. We stand, as it were, at the precipice of choice, where the echo of our decisions will reverberate through the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1

Topics: Righteous, Wicked

Don't Be April Fools PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 7, 2024

This sermon explores the divine wisdom in the cross, challenging believers to see it not as foolishness, but as God's power and wisdom for salvation.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It's a joy to be with you today and have this sacred opportunity to share the Word of God with you. As we gather together in this space, we are reminded of the profound unity we share in Christ, a unity that transcends all earthly divisions and unites us in a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Topics: Foolishness, Man

Saints And Sinners

Contributed by Antonio Torrence on Nov 24, 2000

As Christians, we are saints who are just sinners saved by the grace of God.

"Saints and Sinners" (1 Cor.1:1-9) Rev. A. LaMar Torrence Pastor of the Cross of Life Lutheran Church For a little while, I want to talk on the subject Saints and Sinners. I want to dialogue on the dichotomy of the saved and the sanctified, the holy and the justified. We want to explore this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

If This Is From God ... Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 14, 2004

How do you respond to the work of God in Christians lives and how will you respond when you face opposition?

It seems to me there are 2 different questions that arise for us in this passage today. The first is this: "How will you respond to the work of God in the lives of his followers? Will you respond with faith, with allegiance to Jesus Christ as Lord or will you reject his claims over you as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-42

Denomination: Anglican

Bite Your Tongue Series

Contributed by Brett Adams on Oct 10, 2006

The realities of the significance of your words

WWJBD? Part 3 – “Bite Your Tongue” James 3:1-12 It’s hard to put toothpaste back into the tube isn’t it? As I read through James chapter 3 over and over this last week looking and listening for where we were supposed to camp today, I really felt after several passes that God made it clear what ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Tongues And The Fullness Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on May 30, 2007

this is a topical exposition of speaking in tongues and the filling of the Spirit from Acts 2:4, from a non-cessasionist, but non-charismatic position

Text: Acts 2:4, Title: Tongues and the Fullness, Subject: Tongues and filling, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/3/07, AM A. Opening illustration: as a brand new Christian, I was in my first year of college when I saw a sign for a bible study. So, I went and met with Cliff, and they challenged me about the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:4

Denomination: Baptist