Sermons on Double Standards:

What Happens In Vegas Won’t Stay In Vegas

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 29, 2009

Sin in the life of a child of God will be exposed by the Father who loves us too much to permit us to hide our sin.

“In the course of time the wife of Judah, Shua’s daughter, died. When Judah was comforted, he went up to Timnah to his sheepshearers, he and his friend Hirah the Adullamite. And when Tamar was told, ‘Your father-in-law is going up to Timnah to shear his sheep,’ she took off her widow’s garments ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 38:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

Unveiling The Mystery: Who Are The Sons Of God In Genesis 6? Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 7, 2025

Genesis 6:1-4 introduces the enigmatic "sons of God" and their union with the "daughters of men," leading to the birth of the Nephilim.

Unveiling the Mystery: Who Are the Sons of God in Genesis 6? Introduction Today, we delve into one of the most intriguing passages in the Bible: Genesis 6:1-4. This scripture introduces the enigmatic "sons of God" and their union with the "daughters of men," leading to the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-4, Job 1:6, Jude 1:6, Genesis 4:26, Judges 21:25, Romans 10:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Removing The Need For Revival

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 29, 2002

REVIVAL is a public admission that you are not living up to the standards we say we uphold. Removing the need for Revival calls us to...

REMOVING THE NEED FOR REVIVAL—2Chron. 31:20—32:8 Remedy/tight Spot Need for REVIVAL signals a Hindrance to expected service. REVIVAL is a public admission that you are not living up to the standards we say we uphold. Need for REVIVAL means... 1)We Have fallen into Sin... ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Pulling The Weeds Of Legalism Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 24, 2003

Following a list of rules and regulations will never lead to spiritual vitality. Grace demands that we avoid judging others according to our standards.

Pulling the Weeds of Legalism Almost every state in our nation still has laws on their books that would surprise most people. For instance, In Florida, a woman may be fined for falling asleep under a hair dryer. In Indiana, citizens are not allowed to attend a movie house or ride in a public ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:16-23

Denomination: Baptist

Faith 2 Win

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Dec 27, 2006

Do you have the faith to live as a winner? God has called each of us to excellence - but can you live up to that standard?

Do you have the faith to live as a winner? God has called each of us to excellence. He desires that we are winners and champions in this life. King David was a winner. He had the faith to win. Does this mean he won every battle? Of course not. But he was still a champion at heart. David knew what ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-6

Our Value To God

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Oct 3, 2002

We will look at 6 criteria used to determine a things value, and we will see by every standard we have great worth to God.

Our Value to God Our Value To God Many have arranged the thoughts of John 3:16 in different ways and under different headings, this is my favorite: John 3:16: God = The Greatest One So loved = The Greatest Degree the world = The greatest amount of people that He gave = The greatest ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Un Eslabón Hace La Diferencia Series

Contributed by Jose Vega on Dec 11, 2006

Quisiera que veamos juntos principios que nos ayuden a llevar nuestras relaciones interpersonales al Standard que Dios quiere.

Tema: Comunión, Compañerismo Lugar: IBD Texto: Romanos 12:9-21 Fecha: 07-23-06 Título: Un eslabón hace diferencia. INTRODUCCIÓN • Cuando hablamos de compañerismo o comunión en la Iglesia, tenemos que estar hablando de relaciones interpersonales. • Porque el compañerismo tiene que ver con ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

Shape Up Or . . .

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 19, 2011

Amos sends Israel a clear message from God: you are not meeting my standards, and I am about to cut you off.

Good morning. I am special correspondent Shinon Byorus for the Mesopotamian News Network, coming to you live from Bethel in Israel, where controversy has been stirring for months around the inflammatory rhetoric from the prophet Amos, who appeared some time ago from Judea with a very harsh message ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:7-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Teenager 10 Commandments

Contributed by Roy Probus on Dec 27, 2007

We don’t always see things is black and white but God has set a standard before us that we cannot dismiss.

I John 1:8-10 - 8 If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. 9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 10 If we say we have not sinned, we make him a liar, and his word is not in us. Roman ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:8-10

Denomination: United Methodist

The Giant Of Money Problems

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on May 26, 2013

This sermon helps us to understand the difference between standard of living and quality of life and how we need to know this when it comes to money.

The Giant Of Money Problems Calvary 5-18-13 Ecclesiastes 4:1-8 Matthew 6:19-24 I am indebted to Andy Stanley for his sermon on Breathing Room for some of the concepts and ideas in this message. Today is Pentecost Sunday. Let me tell you briefly how Pentecost Sunday came out in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

In The Beginning It Was Not So

Contributed by Rev Oke Omezi on Apr 8, 2013

Restoring time valued standards of a true Christian marriage and my position against same sex marriage and other attacks on the marriage institution.

IN THE BEGINNING IT WAS NOT SO Matt 19:3-9 Jere 18:11-17 Each time I think of the level of violence and evil that has been unleashed these days, all I can think about are the teachings of ancient prophet Jeremiah as he sought to speak to the children of Judah in vain to depart from their evil ways ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:3-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Raising The Bar: Let Your Life Count For Something Pt 4 Series

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 13, 2014

We are called to let our lives count for Christ even when it means go against the cultural standards and political correctness of society.

Raising The Bar—“Let Your Life Count For Something” 10/13/152 2 Chronicles 33:21-34:8 Philippians 3:7-16 Today is the final message in our series “Raising The Bar.” We have looked at letting our yes mean yes, our attitudes towards those around us, and our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 34:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Power Of Integrity

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Aug 7, 2025

Integrity is more than honesty; it is the unwavering commitment to righteousness when no one is watching. It is choosing God’s standard over our convenience.

The Power of Integrity - Genesis 39:1-15 Two weeks ago, we reflected on the life of Joseph. Even in the darkest valleys, the Lord was with him. Today, we will focus on a critical trait that not only sustained Joseph through adversity but also ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Noah Part 3 – The Days Of Noah - And The Ark Is Security - Genesis 6&7 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 28, 2022

This message looks more at the days of Noah, and the earth's violence and conditions then. Comparisons are made with Noah's times and that of the Tribulation. Jesus Christ is our Ark of salvation and safety. What is the meaning of the double pitching?

NOAH PART 3 – THE DAYS OF NOAH - AND THE ARK IS SECURITY This is Part 3 of Noah. Part 1 looked at the account of the flood, the people and the ark. Part 2 looked at a worldwide or local flood. Part 3 will look at the days of Noah in the Tribulation and our world today, and the pitching of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-39, Genesis 6:5, Genesis 6:11-13, Revelation 16:18-19, Matthew 24:39, Genesis 6:16, Genesis 6:14, Matthew 24:40-41  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Kissed Grace Goodbye - 1 Samuel 27:1-28:2 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 4, 2025

Double Agent David: How could David serve a Philistine king while remaining loyal to God’s people? Dive into 1 Samuel 27 to see how David’s cunning raids turn exile into conquest.

For free audio or video download of this message, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com/sermons-by-scripture or my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson. Introduction We are nearing the end of the book of 1 Samuel. We have five chapters to go, and what happens in these five ...read more