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Faithful to the Finish
Peter's final call to a young and growing church
Grace and Glory
A short series through the highlights of 1 Peter
Entrusted
Gifts, risk, and the return of the King
Types of Shame Used as Controls
Types of Shame Used as Controls Romans I Pet 4:16 1). Innocent Shame - Shame felt when one’s character is slandered without justification 2). Guilty Shame - Shame felt before others when one violates an ethical norm. 3). Social Shame - Embarrassment felt when one makes a social blunder or error ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 4:16
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
Have an opinion on head coverings? Paul did. or was it merely an opinion?
The shaved and shameful women of Corinth Our scholars always find a way out of difficult Biblical passages. Verification of scholarly opinions is as varied as the scholars themselves, and often their conclusions come out very different from each other. So it is left for the believer to pick and ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1-16
Denomination: Assembly Of God
How do we deal with shaming?
No Shame Matthew 1:18-25 It amuses me when modern commentators on the Bible refer to the culture of Jesus’ day as being an honor-shame culture as though this isn’t the case today. But we have all kinds of shaming today. For example, there is fat shaming. In fact, shaming and the bullying that goes ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25
Denomination: Independent/Bible
This sermon focuses on the little known man named Epaphroditus and two possible interpretations of Paul's opinion of him.
We are continuing with our series on the book of Philippians. By now, hopefully, you realize that the book of Philippians was actually a letter written to the Philippians by the apostle Paul in about 60 A.D. Consistent with what we have been doing the last few weeks, I would like to have ...read more
Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30, Philippians 4:18
Denomination: Christian Church
We must humble ourselves before God.
Title: Sunday Night-Ezra’s Shame Place: BLCC Date: 5/8/16 Text: Ezra 9 CT: We must humble ourselves before God. FAS: It is awful easy to get hung up on ourselves. Especially when things are going good and we are being blessed. We can begin to think pretty high about our own successes and like to ...read more
Scripture: Ezra 9:1-15
What does a servant’s heart look like?
7: A Life of Meaning Series February 15th, 2009 A Servants Heart Does anyone here have a problem with feet? Do you find them disgusting? I knew a girl in my youth group growing up who was absolutely terrified of feet. If you were to take your shoes off in front of this girl she would scream ...read more
Scripture: Luke 7:36-50
Denomination: *other
The God we serve is not only powerful to forgive sin, heal sickness, and deliver from bondage; He is also the Restorer who transforms shame into testimonies. He specialises in turning the lowest moments of life into platforms for His glory.
THE GOD WHO WIPES AWAY SHAME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 61:7 – “Instead of your shame you shall have double honour, and instead of confusion they shall rejoice in their portion. Therefore in their land they shall possess double; everlasting joy shall be theirs.” Supporting Texts: ...read more
Scripture: Isaiah 61:7
The story of Samson. He appeared to have such potential, and God DID use him, but he is primarily remembered for his sin.
Samson: Avoiding a legacy of shame (Judges 13-16) Part two Intro – potential – 12 Judges 1375 – 1050; Nazarite – Hair, alcohol, dead bodies; miracle birth; Judg 21:25 In those days Israel had no king; everyone did as he saw fit. NIV Judg 13:1-5 13:1 Again the Israelites did evil in the eyes ...read more
A message that examines the spiritual truth that Christ was unclothed so that we might be clothed upon.
Introduction: Today we continue our studies through the most exciting but also the most dreadful story in all the Word of God - the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. I started off with the idea of comparing the four soldiers of verses 23-24, and the four saints (women) of verses 25-27. But as I ...read more
Scripture: John 19:23-24
Denomination: Baptist
To show the advantage of Grace over Law.
I. EXORDIUM: Are you free from the Law? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the advantage of Grace over Law. IV. TEXT: Luke 13:17 (Amplified Bible) Even as He said this, all His opponents were put to shame, and all the people were rejoicing over all the glorious things ...read more
Scripture: Luke 13:17
Denomination: Pentecostal
He came running to Jesus, fell at the Master’s feet, and professed great spiritual hunger. When asked about his lateral dealings with his fellow man, he assured Jesus he was spotless and holy regarding these issues of his life.
MARK 10:17-22 A SUPPLICATING SUPPLICANT SUFFERS SHAME I. THE SUPPLICANT: * MARK 10:17, 20 A. Show. Mark 10:17 B. Sincere. Mark 10:20 C. Successful. Mark 10:20 II. THE SAVIOUR: ** MARK 10:18, 19, 21 A. ...read more
Scripture: Mark 10:17-22
Denomination: Methodist
A sermon about Jesus reversing the shame brought on by Adam.
"No Longer Hiding in Shame" John 21:1-19 It has been defined as "a painful feeling of humiliation or distress." Many scholars agree that it is "the most disturbing experience individuals ever have about themselves; no emotion feels more deeply disturbing..." because "the self feels wounded from ...read more
Scripture: John 21:1-19
Denomination: United Methodist
Too often churches of today overlook the sin and sinful lifestyle of a person because they are a leader in the community, government, or business. So the Corinthian church needed to wake up and learn something.
Tonight’s passage is a continuation of last week’s passage. The subject is church discipline. To recap, there was sexual immorality in the church at Corinth. A man was either married to or living with his step-mother. He was known in the church and known in the community. His sin ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:6-13
We must boldly proclaim Jesus even if we suffer for it. And when we do suffer, we need to take joy that the Lord has counted us worthy to suffer for Him.
Counted Worthy to Suffer Shame Acts 5:33-42 As we continue our study in the Book of Acts, let us review some things we have already learned. First of all we remember that the mission of the church is to continue what Jesus began to do and teach (Acts 1:1). Acts 1:8 defines the outward spiral of ...read more
Scripture: Acts 5:33-42
The sermon explores the transformative encounter of the Samaritan woman with Jesus, illustrating God's intent to save rather than condemn, and the possibility of turning guilt and shame into healing and belonging through God's grace.
The story of the Samaritan woman perfectly illustrates how God sent Jesus not to condemn the world but to save the world through him. Jesus humbles himself, engages the woman in conversation, and sets her free from shame and guilt. She arrives at the well as a sinner, but leaves as a saint. ...read more
Scripture: John 4:5-42
Topics: Shame And Guilt, Healing And Belonging, Divine Encounters
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