Sermons about Double Standards

Church House Or Courthouse? Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Mar 13, 2006

based on 14 ratings

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I Corinthians 6 challenges us to follow the way of the cross in dealing with contentious issues within the church

Several years ago, on a Sunday morning, I was responsible for the children’s story. I wanted to help the children think about Jesus as their friend, so I began with this question: Who would you go to if you had a problem? One child said he would go to his grandma. Another said he would go to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11

Denomination: Brethren

Contribution Series

Contributed by Todd Pugh on Jul 11, 2007

based on 4 ratings

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If we are to truly “get ahead” in life we must learn we have a contribution to be made. five part series on getting ahead, based on Isaiah 55 I preached this sermon on mother’s day

Contribution Sunday Sermon / Getting Ahead Sermon Series May 13th, 2007 Intro: Dr. James Dobson tells about a time he came home when his son, Ryan was a small baby. It had been a terrible day for his wife. Ryan had been sick, and had cried all day long. Once, as Shirley was changing his diapers, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:10-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are All Divorcees Adulterers? (Mark 10:11-12)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 4, 2007

based on 8 ratings

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"Whoever divorces his wife and marries another commits adultery against her, and if she divorces her husband and marries another, she commits adultery."

It seems like we’ve been covering most of my least favourite Bible passages of late, so perhaps I should have expected this one to come along - "Whoever divorces his wife and marries another commits adultery against her”. Another winner! And what a good passage to have on the day of a baptism! ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:11-12

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Independance - Dependance

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Jul 4, 2007

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When we think we are independant we actually only change what we are dependant on.

Americans love to celebrate Independence Day. The supermarkets stock up with extra ribs, hamburger and hotdogs along with anything else the goes with grilling out. It seems like the 4th is a big deal to more people than other holidays. As Americans we tend to flaunt our freedom before the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-25

Denomination: Congregational

Live By The Spirit Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 3, 2009

based on 48 ratings

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Success or victory in living the Christian life is to follow the Holy Spirit’s guidance & receive His empowering. This leads to an inner & outer transformation of life that a code of ethics cannot even touch. Paul’s understanding & deep conviction is to

GALATIANS 5:16-18 LIVE BY THE SPIRIT [Romans 7:14- 8:4] What principle should one follow to live the Christian life? If a group of average church members were asked that question what answers would they give? Some would likely emphasis Bible reading and prayer. Some would stress faithful ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-18, Romans 8:1-17, Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible: Powerful Enough To Change Your Life Series

Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Nov 15, 2006

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The Bible shows us how to be saved and how to live

This is a Plagiarized Sermon: Using material from Steve May’s Sermon, other books, God, and have even stolen some material from my own life. Dusty Bible illustration (blow dust off of my “most important book”) • The word Bible never appears in the Bible. It comes from the Latin word biblia, which ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Listening To Lies Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 6, 2008

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When Eve listened to Satans lies she chose to ignore God’s truth

Listening to Lies Genesis 3 Essential 100 Message Series January 6, 2008 Evening Service Introduction Writing letters of recommendation can be hazardous--tell the truth and you might get sued if the contents are negative. Robert Thornton, a professor at Lehigh University, has a collection of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Church Of God

First Things First (2) Series

Contributed by Steven Spillman on May 1, 2008

based on 21 ratings

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what “seeking first his kingdom and his righteousness” means and how we might go about.

First Things First … continued Last week we talked about how Jesus turned Abraham Maslow’s “Hierarchy of Human Needs” pyramid upside-down and flattened it with a single statement: “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well” (Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Difficulty In Following Christ

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 26, 2006

based on 187 ratings

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Jesus tells us what to do in the face of opposition. 1- Stand your ground. 2- Follow the leader. 3- Panic not.

INTRO.- ILL.- The mother of four young boys often had difficulty curbing their energy, especially in church. But when her minister preached on "turning the other cheek," the boys gave him their undivided attention. “No matter what others do to us,” he said, “we should never try to ‘get even.’” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:21-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Created To Serve Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

based on 16 ratings

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The Parable of the Talents makes it clear that we can all serve.

Purpose Series #4 (Six Sessions on God’s Purpose for Your Life) Created to Serve Matthew 25:14-29 SCRIPTURE READING: Ephesians 2:8-10 INTRODUCTION: Today we’re going to talk about what it means to be God’s servant. What comes to mind when you hear the word servant? What comes to my mind ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discipleship Part 4: Character Traits Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 19, 2011

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This message continues the series on Discipleship. It focuses on Character traits based on the beatitudes.

Discipleship Part 3: Character Traits Scriptures: Matthew 5:3-11; James 4:7-10; Psalm 51:1-4 Introduction This morning we will continue with the character traits of a disciple. Last week I focused on how a disciple must be willing to obey Christ. I shared with you that obedience is better than ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pride And Humility Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 29, 2010

based on 7 ratings

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A message from James chapter 4 dealing with pride and humility

Pride and Humility James 4 CHCC: November 21, 2010 INTRODUCTION: At the center of this chapter, James quotes a Proverb: God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. James 4:6 from Proverbs 3:34 God gives grace to the humble is because they submit to Him. In other words, the ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forbidden Fruit Creates Many Jams

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 4, 2013

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A sermon on temptation, trials and testing from 1 Corinthians 10:13 (Much material adapted from Todd Hunter's book, Our Favorite Sins, chapter 3 The Insider Report) material between [] is extra material added for a camp vespers service

HoHum: Todd Hunter in Our Favorite Sins: "I’d just taken a few steps out the front door of church after a Sunday worship service when Bob walked up to me with gusto and, with a joyous smile, said, “Now there’s temptation right there!” He was pointing to a shiny, black, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Adam’s Family Treasures Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Aug 29, 2011

based on 2 ratings

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There is an answer to our family problems of sin and death. What Adam messed up so badly, Jesus fixed for all who put their trust in Him! We don’t have to stay messed up! God wants to restore us to be the people He created us to be.

Adam’s Family Treasures Romans 5:12-21 Intro: Think for a moment about different people who have influenced your life. You might be thinking of parents or other family members. You might be thinking about a teacher, coach, friend, or someone else who had an impact on who you are today. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Always Thank God For You Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 23, 2012

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Remembrance, gratitude, thankfulness

I ALWAYS THANK GOD FOR YOU 1 Cor 1:4-9 (P806) November 27, 2011 INTRODUCTION: My favorite people to worship with and talk about Jesus with are individuals who are overflowing with thanksgiving for their salvation… You know the kind of folks I’m talking about…those who know ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:4-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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