Sermons on Divine Kindness:

The Lure Of Money Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 13, 2001

The love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. How can we fight the temptation to misuse money?

I discovered some fascinating statistics the other day. Did you know that out of 38 parables that Jesus told, 16 deal with money in some form or other? If you add up all the times that heaven and hell are mentioned, it comes to fewer times than money is mentioned. The New Testament says 5 times as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:3-19, Matthew 6:19-34

Denomination: Anglican

Which Mountain Will We Ascend?

Contributed by Robert Eggers on Feb 26, 2001

There are two kinds of Christians, those who follow rules and those who follow Chirst--which are you?

Today’s gospel is from Luke 9, the account of Jesus’ transfiguration. But I would like to juxtapose that reading with an Old Testament text from Exodus. I read the Exodus passage first: The LORD said to Moses, "Come up to me on the mountain and stay here, and I will give you the tablets of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:27-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Blessed Are The Peacemakers

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002

Peacemakers are blessed, said Jesus. But they are not to be confused with 2 other kinds of people ... Peace-Breakers and Peace-Fakers.

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” We live in a world that is filled with (characterized by) fighting and rivalry. Every level of society is affected. In the midst of such continual strife, God calls His people to be ‘peacemakers’. “Blessed are the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

I'm So Hungry

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 10, 2006

Four questions from the Sermon on the Mount regarding the kind of righteousness we should hunger and thirst for.

I’M SO HUNGRY! Sunday, October 8, 2006 Pastor Brian Matherlee Introduction Start with the story from “The Applause of Heaven” (Lucado, pp. 91-92, copyright, Word Publishing, 1990) where the mother and daughter are trapped in rubble from an earthquake. Stop short of the paragraph where the mother ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

God On Trial Series

Contributed by Dave Bootsma on Sep 20, 2006

the creed says that Jesus suffered under Pontius Pilate. Why is this mentioned? What kind of suffering was this?

suffered under Pontius Pilate Q: Why is this phrase included in the creed? I. -demonstrates that the crucifixion of Jesus is a historical event -- Pilate really did live, and really was governor of Judea at the time of Christ, from AD 26-36. -there are references outside of the Bible of ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Are You Good Ground Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Jan 11, 2007

We need to ask ourselves if we have the kind of heart that in which God can produce fruit.

Are You Good Ground? Text: Mark 4:13-20 Introduction 1. Illustration: In the movies "Gettysburg," there is a scene the night before the main battle. The commanding General of the Union Army, George Meade, comes to the house where their headquarters have been established. He looks at one of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

How Big Is Your God?

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Aug 4, 2003

We tend to put limitations on the kind of God we serve. This sermon is an exhortation to "Let God be God."

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC A fellowship of faith, family and friendships. ------------------------------------------------------- Russell Brownworth, Pastor August 3, 2003 1And they took their journey from Elim, and all the congregation of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-15

Denomination: United Methodist

Evangelism For Ordinary People

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Nov 7, 2006

Doing acts of kindness as a form of evangelism. Servant evangelism based upon Steve Sjogren’s work.

According to Jesus the greatest commandments are to “love God with all of your heart, soul, mind, and strength,” and to “love your neighbor as yourself.” When Jesus referred to neighbor he wasn’t just speaking of the person who lived next door, but to every person, whether they are like us or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19

Denomination: Methodist

Reviving Prayer Series

Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 26, 2007

What kind of prayer changes us, touches God and leads to his revival power being unleashed?

REVIVING PRAYER Audio is at http://www.adrian.warnock.info/2007/02/sermon-reviving-prayer-1-kings-171-to.htm The following is a full set of notes, including background information and quotes I used whilst preparing my sermon entitled "Reviving Prayer" which was preached at Jubilee Church on ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faithfulness

Contributed by Val Black on Nov 22, 2005

True faithfulness, or God’s kind of faithfulness, can only be understood by understanding a Blood Covenant relationship.

FAITHFULNESS Opening scripture: 1 Cor. 4:1-2 “Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God. 2 Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful.” [To be found faithful is our part in the Covenant relationship we have with God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-2

Denomination: Charismatic

The Gift Of A Song Series

Contributed by Mark Cooney on Nov 25, 2005

Whether we can sing or not, God gives us a very unique kind of song to sing.

Luke 1:46-55 November 27, 2005 ALL I WANT FOR CHRISTMAS...The Gift Of A Song Introduction: - What do you want for Christmas this year? - Christmas is a time marked with both giving and getting - Even long before the first Christmas was known as Christmas, God ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Holiness

Be Merciful Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 19, 2007

Be merciful and give others a second chance. The merciful demonstrates mercy with acts of kindness and love. The merciful forgives.

Be blessed. Be poor in spirit, always live in need of God’s grace. • Be grieved by the things that grieve the heart of God. • Be humble and submit to God’s sovereign rule in your life. • Hunger and thirst for the things of God. Only such a craving will be filled. Without a returning to God and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"The Victorious Savior"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Mar 30, 2007

Ask the question of the reader, "Who do you see sitting on that donkey? What kind of man was Jesus?"

“The Victorious Savior” April 1st, 2007 It was a glorious Sunday morning. Much like today, the skies were blue. The air was fresh. The birds were singing and the entire universe had an air of expectancy and joy and celebration. I think Jesus’ disciples were feeling pretty good about ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 9:9

Denomination: Holiness

6 Epiphany, Year B

Contributed by Garth Wehrfritz- Hanson on Feb 10, 2003

The healing ministry of Jesus reaches out and spreads to all kinds of people--including outcasts like lepers.

Sermon for 6 Epiphany Yr B, 16/02/2003 Based on Mk 1:40-45 Grace Lutheran Church, Medicine Hat, Alberta By Pastor Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson “Honey, the post office called,” Jim’s wife told him when he arrived home from work. “They want you to go down and talk to them.” “Okay,” Jim answered. “Wonder ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Lutheran

Perception Is Reality Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Oct 11, 2001

This is the 5th sermon in the "Discipleship" series. This sermon ask the question, "What kind of influence are we for Christ?"

Sunday Evening October 14, 2001 Bel Aire Baptist Church (Preached at Pleasant Green Baptist Church) Series: Discipleship #5 PERCEPTION IS REALITY Matthew 5:13-16; 6:1-18 Introduction: 1. I have heard many times that, “Perception is reality.” I have always wondered if that is accurate, but the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16, Matthew 6:1-18

Denomination: Baptist