Sermons on Ethical Issues:

Fifth Commandment Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 13, 2016

The fifth commandment given by YHWH was to honor parents. The children are heritage to the parents likewise the Parents are property to the Children. No parents means you are not existing. Today what you are is because of your Parents.

Fifth Commandment HONOR Ex 20:12 Introduction: Fifth commandment begins the second table, which lays down our duty towards our neighbors. Of all our duties to our fellow-men, the first and most fundamental is our duty towards our parents. The connection between the first four commandments ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Methodist

Fifth Commandment Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 13, 2016

The fifth commandment given by YHWH was to honor parents. The children are heritage to the parents likewise the Parents are property to the Children. No parents means you are not existing. Today what you are is because of your Parents.

Fifth Commandment HONOR Ex 20:12 Introduction: Fifth commandment begins the second table, which lays down our duty towards our neighbors. Of all our duties to our fellow-men, the first and most fundamental is our duty towards our parents. The connection between the first four commandments ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Methodist

It’s Dark Without The Light! Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Dec 4, 2017

It is painful to take an honest and complete look at life. We were meant for something better.

It’s Dark Without the Light! (Ecclesiastes 3:16-4:8, 12:1, 7, 13-14) 1. A boy just attended his first wedding, and his friend asked him how many times a person can get married. “Sixteen times,” said the boy. “I heard it with my own ears: 4 better, 4 worse, 4 richer, and 4 poorer. 4+4+4+4=16. ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Social Justice Or Equal Justice?

Contributed by Larry Lasiter on Jan 18, 2011

There is a common perception today that Jesus and Christianity teaches that the Church should support the idea of social justice. By social justice, I mean that the Church should be a supporter of government programs to provide for the poor. Though, Chris

"Recognizing the grace that had been given to me, James and Peter and John, who were reputed to be pillars, gave to me and Barnabas the right hand of fellowship, so that we might go to the Gentiles and they to the circumcised. They only asked us to remember the poor - the very thing I also was ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:9-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Remedy For Dry Bones

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 9, 2019

A SINFUL CONDITION

THE REMEDY FOR DRY BONES EZEKIEL 37: 1-4 1. INTRODUCTION. DRY SKIN IS SOMETHING THAT ALL OF US HAVE EXPERIENCED AT SOME POINT IN OUR LIVES. DRY SKIN OCCURS FOR SEVERAL REASONS: THE LOST OF MOISTURE IN THE BODY, DRY WEATHER, AIR CONDITIONING, VITAMIN DEFICIENCY, SYSTEMIC ILLNESS, EXPOSURE TO THE ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 37:1

Denomination: Baptist

Righteous Inclusion

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 25, 2019

Some people ought to be excluded, in prison, deported, disqualified from leading a church, and quarantined in sickness. However, other people are marginalized unjustly. Let's see what Jesus taught about righteous inclusion in Luke 14:1-14.

Some people ought to be excluded, in prison, deported, disqualified from leading a church, and quarantined in sickness. However, other people are marginalized unjustly. Let’s learn how God despises unrighteous exclusion. Let's see what Jesus taught about righteous inclusion in Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Existence And Presence Of Almighty God", Part 2

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 24, 2023

God's existence is obvious (Romans 1:18-20) through creation and our conscience. The evidence is there for anyone willing to take their blinders off, swallow their pride, and humble themselves.

The world cannot comprehend the idea of a precise, preconceived, set, rational, and personal creation of a God who is outside of space, time, and matter, and able to put everything into existence for a reason. They wish to stay blind to the obvious and shut their ears to the truth that we are ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1, Exodus 20:11, Job 26:7, Psalm 33:6, Isaiah 40:28, Acts 17:24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Transformed By Love: Understanding God's Sacrificial Gift 1 John 4:10-11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 15, 2024

Today, we gather to delve into the transformative truth of God's love as revealed in His sacrificial gift. Our focus will be on 1 John 4:10, which serves as a cornerstone for understanding the depth and breadth of God's love. Let us open our hearts and minds to receive this divine truth.

Transformed by Love: Understanding God's Sacrificial Gift 1 John 4:10-11 Introduction: Today, we gather to delve into the transformative truth of God's love as revealed in His sacrificial gift. Our focus will be on 1 John 4:10, which serves as a cornerstone for understanding the depth and ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:10, Romans 5:8, 2 Corinthians 5:2, 1 John 4:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Could One Solitary Life Have So Much Impact - Christmas Eve

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Dec 24, 2023

Church members and friends can support St. John's By-the-Sea by visiting our website https://www.stjohnsbythesea.com/donate, where a donation can be made by PayPal or credit card, if you prefer that to mailing your donations to the church.

Good Evening, and welcome again to St. John’s Church. And, as you can tell, I love our Christmas Eve Service. The first one at St. John’s was in 1892, 130 years ago. This is only my 5th Christmas here, and I absolutely love how this service paints a picture. It really has a feel to it. As we close ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Naomi - From Calamity To Change Agent Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 5, 2024

Always do right, you never know when the opportunity will come to transform/change your life/destiny.

“Elimelech … his wife Naomi … sons were Mahlon and Chilian … Elimelech died … Naomi left with two sons ... took wives … Moab … Orpha … Ruth … both Mahlon and Chilian died … rose up to leave Moab” (Ruth 1:2-4). A. THE PROBLEM 1. Book is about Naomi’s challenge and achievements but named for ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:20, Ruth 4:9-10, Ruth 1:16

Denomination: Baptist

Evangelism In The Workplace Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025

The workplace is not just a place to earn a living—it is also a mission field where believers can shine the light of Christ. Evangelism in the workplace requires wisdom, patience, and a strong personal testimony.

EVANGELISM IN THE WORKPLACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Colossians 3:23 "And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men." Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:16, 1 Peter 3:15, Titus 2:7-8, Philippians 2:14-15, Ephesians 6:5-8 INTRODUCTION: The workplace is a ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23, Matthew 5:16, 1 Peter 3:15, Titus 2:7-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Leaving Mediocrity Behind For A Greater Tomorrow Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 9, 2026

This message calls believers to rise above average living by embracing excellence, diligence, and steadfast commitment to God’s purpose.

LEAVING MEDIOCRITY BEHIND FOR A GREATER TOMORROW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 15:58 Key Verse: “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.” (1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Serving God Faithfully For A Greater Tomorrow Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 9, 2026

This sermon emphasizes the importance of faithful service to God in all areas of life as the foundation for experiencing a greater tomorrow.

SERVING GOD FAITHFULLY FOR A GREATER TOMORROW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Colossians 3:23-24 Key Verse:  “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men; Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ.” ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:23-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

To Be One Means?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 7, 2021

What does it mean to you to be a Christian? Ask yourself, what do you believe in God. in Jesus, and in the church? Take a moment to do a self-evaluation of yourself

To Be One Means? Revelation 2:12-17 Michael H. Koplitz This letter to the church at Pergamum is just full of symbolism. Now that we have been examining the book of the Revelation, you were probably ready for me to say this. So let’s take a look at the symbolism in this short letter. First, he who ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: United Methodist

We Must Not Do Evil That Good May Come

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 23, 2025

Paul strongly refutes this error in Romans 3:8. The idea that one can do wrong with the hope that good will result is not only unscriptural but damnable.

WE MUST NOT DO EVIL THAT GOOD MAY COME By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 3:8 (KJV) “And not rather, (as we be slanderously reported, and as some affirm that we say,) Let us do evil, that good may come? whose damnation is just.” Supporting Texts: Romans 6:1-2, Isaiah 5:20, Proverbs 14:12, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God