Sermons on Earthly Government:

Settling In Goshen (Genesis 47)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 31, 2024

Are believers perfect? Let's look at Genesis 47.

The patriarchs were not perfect. Clearly Israel was given much better laws as they inherited the land of promise. Yet, we live in an imperfect world too. Is our hope here or in a better world coming? Let’s look at Genesis 47. What did Joseph tell Pharaoh? What was their request? So Joseph went ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

False Security

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 4, 2023

No form of government can make up for the peoples’ failure to obey and honor God.

It’s amazing which lessons we learn from our parents and which ones we don’t, isn’t it? Considering that I quit making my bed every day the minute I moved out, my mother would be amazed to realize how many lessons I do remember. One of my favorites is from a time when I think I was about 7 years ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22, Exodus 18:17-22, Judges 2:11-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Lesser Of Evils (Or Choose Your Sinner)

Contributed by Steven Cordle on Sep 6, 2024

Since we are getting close to Election Day and there's a lot of discussion about Christians voting and whether or not Christians should vote for certain candidates and how Christians should vote on the various issues and initiatives that appear on the ballot I thought I would share this.

Since we are getting close to Election Day and there's a lot of discussion about Christians voting and whether or not Christians should vote for certain candidates and how Christians should vote on the various issues and initiatives that appear on the ballot I thought I would share this. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-4, Romans 13:1-7, Proverbs 11:10, Proverbs 14:35, Acts 25:10-12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Evil Athalia (2 Kings 11)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 23, 2025

Does God eventually remove evil people from power? Let's look at 2 Kings 11.

Though evil people plot and kill, does God win in His time? Let’s examine wicked Athalia’s plan and God’s victory through Jehoiada the priest in 2 Kings 11. After Jehu had killed Ahazia, king of Judah, what did Ahazia’s mother do to take the throne? When Athaliah, Ahaziah’s mother, learned of her ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

An Overall Picture Of Things To Come Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 11, 2012

John once again needs to be lifted up and encouraged. So God gives him a broad overview of what is yet to come.

The end time will be one of great horror and tragedy. We have watched scene after scene of catastrophe take place. Imagine what John was going through. He had to look upon these scenes and be an eyewitness of these horrors. That is why every so often Christ gives John a scene of hope and of the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 11:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Of Hosts

Contributed by James Dina on Sep 19, 2020

O Lord of hosts, the King of glory, blessed is the man who trusts in You! ; you shall throughly plead his cause with his oppressors and give rest to his land. Our Redeemer is strong; the Lord of hosts is his name.

THE LORD OF HOSTS “For behold, He who forms mountains and creates the wind, who declares to man what his thought is, and makes the morning darkness, who treads on the high places of the earth, The Lord God of hosts is His name” (Amos 4:13). ‘Thus, says the Lord, the King of Israel, and his ...read more

Scripture: Amos 4:13, Jeremiah 50:33-34, Isaiah 6:3, Isaiah 44:6, Psalm 148:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pray! Pay! Obey!

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Christians are good citizens of the governments they live under.

Thesis: Christians are good citizens of the governments they live under. Intro.: 1. This coming Tuesday our nation will celebrate Independence Day. 2. The Fourth of July is not a religious holiday, but it does provide the opportunity to reflect on what it means to be a disciple of Jesus and a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

A Dynamic Church Takes The Gospel To The Ends Of The Earth Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Aug 29, 2008

God honors his people with ambassadorships in his government.

Scripture Introduction Today we read the introduction of a letter written by the physician, Luke, to a dear friend. Since at least AD 300, the church has called this book, “The Acts of the Apostles,” because Dr. Luke tells the continuing story of the work of Jesus through his chosen and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Treasures In Heaven

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jun 14, 2005

Focusing on eternity rather than earthly priorities.

Treasures in Heaven Matthew 6:19-24 June 12, 2005 Introduction It’s been said that Jesus speaks more about money than he spoke about heaven and hell. I haven’t done an exhaustive count, and so I can’t say for sure. But one thing is unmistakably clear: Jesus addresses money and he makes no ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Real Battle Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 4, 2002

Our battle is not an earthly one, but a spiritual one

The Real Battle (Eph 6:10-20) Steve Simala Grant, November 24/25, 2001 Bridge from Mike’s Testimony into message. (Matt’s sermon also?). Today brings us to the end of our study of Ephesians, just in time for the season of Advent which begins next Sunday, and which Pastor Sue will be speaking at. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Lost And Found

Contributed by Doug Lyon on Jul 15, 2007

Potential rulership in Christ’s earthly kingdom

Shiloh Bible Church Hebrews 2:5-9 Lost and Found Introduction A young man emerged from the Metro train in Washington, DC. The date was January 12th of this year. He positioned himself against a wall beside a trashcan. By most standards, he was nondescript—a young white man in jeans, a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Righteousness Based On Love, Not Law"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 9, 2017

A sermon about Jesus' earthly father--Joseph.

“Righteousness Based on Love, Not Law” Matthew 1:18-25 What is the first image that pops into your mind when you hear the word “righteous”? Do you think of some fire and brimstone preacher with beady eyes who points his finger at sinners and declares them guilty in the eyes of an angry ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: United Methodist

The Believer's New Position Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 6, 2025

Earthly principles to reflect our heavenly position.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Key word preeminence. “That in all things he might have the preeminence (1:17). 2. Theme: the position, privilege and power of the believer. Fussing at you will not get rid of sin. You must know what God has done for you, what a wonderful new position you have in Christ, and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:17, Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Second Sunday Of Lent: Transfiguration Year C-- Higher Leagues

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 8, 2025

Lessons from the heavenly three and the earthly three

There was a baseball player, Brooks Robinson, former third baseman of the Baltimore Orioles. In his entire 23-year career, he is considered the greatest defensive third baseman in major league history. “It was often said of Brooks that he played third base as if he "came down from a higher ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Catholic

Serving God Series

Contributed by Norman Mc Leod on Aug 14, 2001

A bible study on serving God.

Part 1 (Qualities of Leadership) Serving God Mark 10: 42-45 by Norman Mc Leod August 14, 2001 Introduction: This same situation that Jesus teaches James and John along with the ten in our text, exists today as it did then. As ministers (servants) in the body of Christ, we have to be careful ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:42-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ