Sermons on Emotional Scars:

The Cellar (Seller) Of Bondage

Contributed by Dean Defino on Aug 12, 2023

Freedom is a magical word that stirs deep emotions in all of us. True freedom comes only through Christ.

The Cellar (Seller) of Bondage Or If there’s a tax, it ain’t free! Jhn 8:31-36 To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. 32 Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” They answered him, “We are Abraham's ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36, John 14:6

Third Sunday In Ordinary Time, Year B: How To Catch A Fish

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Dec 18, 2023

Cast, get a bite, and try to hook it; loose it; say something emotional, sit and cry. And repeat.

How to catch a fish. Cast, get a bite, and try to hook it; loose it; say something emotional, sit and cry. And repeat. James Merritt has come to the conclusion that there are basically four reasons why people do not catch fish: (1) Some people are using the wrong bait. (2) Some people are ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10, Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Catholic

Faith That Overcomes Doubt And Fear Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 29, 2025

Faith that overcomes doubt and fear is not built on emotions or logic—it is rooted in the Word of God and sustained by His presence.

FAITH THAT OVERCOMES DOUBT AND FEAR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 14:22-33 Supporting Texts: Hebrews 11:1, 2 Timothy 1:7, Isaiah 41:10, James 1:6, Mark 9:23-24 INTRODUCTION: Doubt and fear are two of the most powerful weapons the enemy uses to weaken the believer’s faith. They ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Blinded By Hate Blinded By Love

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jan 14, 2008

Hatred is a dark, violent, selfish emotion that can destroy the human heart even the best of them. Hatred has a way of taking root within us like no other emotion can. It twists our thinking and speaking until all that spews out of us are dark sentences

Blinded by Hatred, Blinded by Love Hatred is a dark, violent, selfish emotion that can destroy the human heart even the best of them. Hatred has a way of taking root within us like no other emotion can. It twists our thinking and speaking until all that spews out of us are dark sentences. It’s ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Forgiveness Is Conditional: Basics Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 17, 2020

Forgiveness is conditional and part of a continuum.

Forgiveness Basics (Luke 17:3-4) 1. Twenty years ago, Rwanda experienced a horrible genocide as one tribal group attacked and massacred another over tribal rivalry. Here is one story of forgiveness from that horrid era. “He killed my father and three brothers. He did these killings with other ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:3-4, Ephesians 4:32, Matthew 18:21-22, 1 John 1:8-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Broken Homes Restored

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Jan 28, 2018

Satan's goal has always been to interrupt what God is doing and the sacredness and blessings of marriage are no exceptions. This message addresses what THE BIBLE SAYS about divorce and remarriage.

John 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly. INTRODUCTION o Satan's goal has always been to interrupt what God is doing and the sacredness and blessings of marriage are no ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:12-16, Judges 3:6-8, Deuteronomy 21:10-14, Psalm 89:38-45, Hebrews 13:5-6, Proverbs 3:5-6, Luke 1:76-79, 2 Corinthians 4:7-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Holding On To Our Past - Resentments, Regrets And Remorse

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Apr 4, 2022

"Holding on to our Past" is something that can inhibit not only our relationships, our outlook on life, but also our sense of identity and spiritual growth in Jesus.

If you are not familiar with an Anglican Service there are 4 readings prior to the Sermon. The assigned readings for this day were: Isaiah 43:16-21; Psalm 126; Philippians 3:7-16 and Luke 20:9-19. I will be Drawing from our New Testament reading in Philippians this morning. And I would like to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-16, Luke 9:62, Ephesians 4:31-32, Job 5:2, Job 18:4, Psalm 51:10, Hebrews 12:14-15, Ecclesiastes 3:4, Matthew 5:4, John 11:35, Romans 8:28, 2 Corinthians 7:9-10, Matthew 27:3-5, Matthew 26:75, 1 John 1:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

Spacing Matters

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 18, 2025

If we renumber Hebrews 11 and 12 we can remove a misconception that many believe.

People seem to forget that the chapter divisions are not inspired, but placed to help us with reading. Unlike English, there were no capitals, punctuation or spaces in ancient Greek. forgodsolovedtheworldthathegavehisonlybegottenson or FORGODSOLOVEDTHEWORLDTHATHEGAVEHISONLYBEGOTTENSON A bit hard ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2, Hebrews 11:39-40

Denomination: Baptist

Collision Course

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 13, 2012

God will forgive your sins, but the scars will always be there. Sin is horrible, it destroys everything and everyone it touches; but sin can be forgiven. Thank God! What we need to know is that when we commit sin, we are starting a process that may contin

Opening illustration: Couple of years ago while Dennis and his wife were driving on an expressway heading to New York city, we saw a driver turn left into a median turnaround that was intended for emergency vehicles only. He was planning to make a U-turn and head back the other way. Looking to his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 12:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

9. The God Who Lifts Us Up Series

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Nov 26, 2025

Life often pushes people into deep emotional and spiritual pits. Many try to climb out alone but fail. This message reveals the God who lifts, restores, and gives a new song.

9. THE GOD WHO LIFTS US UP Psalm 40:2 – “He lifted me out of the pit.” INTRODUCTION: “Everyone Knows the Pit” My brothers and sisters, as we stand on the streets of India—whether in cities, villages, markets, or bus stands—we see one truth: people are struggling. Some smile outside but are crying ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:2, Psalm 3:3, John 8:34, Ephesians 4:31, Psalm 38:4, Romans 3:23, Jeremiah 17:9, Mark 2:1-12, Genesis 37:24, Psalm 145:14, Psalm 40:3, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Luke 19:10, Isaiah 61:1, John 10:10, Romans 10:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being Good And Angry Series

Contributed by Jason Freeman on Feb 19, 2005

Anger is a misunderstood emotion. In Ephesians 4 God gives us the straight scoop on anger and how to deal with it in healthy ways.

Growing up one of my favorite TV shows was the, "The Incredible Hulk." The main character was a scientist named Dr. David Banner. Most of the time he was a nice guy. But when he become angry he would repeat those famous words, “Don’t make me angry, you wouldn’t like me when I am angry.” And if ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Helpful Spiritual Appeals

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 15, 2006

The Holy Spirit gives us insights into emotional, mental, physical, social, economic, cultural, and spiritual needs of every person.

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Give Persuasive Appeals in Our Preaching Helpful Spiritual Appeals (Phil. 1:19) 1. The Holy Spirit teaches us how to appeal to the most essential needs of every person. Paul wrote, "I will continue to rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and the help ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let's Just Praise The Lord Series

Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Jan 29, 2002

So many people praise God purely based on emotion--we need some Biblical reasons to praise God.

Praise the Lord: Part 2 Hebrews 13:15-16 Introduction: 1. Last Sunday night we saw seven Scriptural reasons we have for praising the Lord. 2. That means it does not matter whether we feel like praising Him, or whether we see a reason...we have every reason to praise the Lord, for He is worthy to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

Dealing With Disappointment

Contributed by Joseph Barraclough on Jan 5, 2007

A look at Elijah’s struggle with disappoinment and the reasons for the struggle, as a means for us to gain heavenly perspective and emotional deliverance/stability.

Text: I Kings 19:1-18 Introduction: Sir Alexander Mackenzie, an early fur trader and explorer, accomplished a magnificent feat when he led an expedition across Canada from Fort Chippewyan on Lake Athabasca to the Pacific Ocean. His incredible journey was completed in 1793, 11 years before the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gaining Victory Over Depression Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on May 29, 2007

Using Neil Anderson’s book "Overcoming Depression" to help gain victory over the spiritual and emotional battle of depression.

We are concluding our series “Victory in Jesus” this week, I am actually cutting the series short because Mother’s Day is next week. I didn’t think we would want to be studying depression on Mother’s Day. Our series has focused on God’s promise that through Jesus we have victory over sin and the ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:1-33

Denomination: Methodist