Sermons on Ethics:

Living By Triumphant Faith Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 18, 2015

PROPOSITION: Because of Christ’s atoning work, faith in Him provides great joy.

Living by Triumphant Faith Habakkuk How can we live in a fallen world where violence dominates and still experience joy? PROPOSITION: Because of Christ’s atoning work, faith in Him provides great joy. I. Resist the tendency to be overwhelmed by the world’s injustice! Habakkuk is ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Walls Instead Of Bridges

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Oct 4, 2018

Sermon for World Communion Sunday 2018 about people building walls between each other and God.

Walls Instead of Bridges Mark 10: 2 - 16 Intro: Mary Jane Kerr Cornell writes the following in the “Feasting On The Gospels” commentary: “As a preacher’s child I became familiar with the marriage vows at an early age. My father performed the ceremony without notes, so prior to a wedding he ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:2-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Christ, Not Wealth, Our Strength

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 1, 2022

Jesus helps us understand our situation with money even better.

Saturday of the 31st Week in Course St. Paul founded most of the churches in Macedonia during his many months serving in that area, but the one at Philippi was perhaps his favorite. In the letter we have been hearing proclaimed these days, we see proof of his fondness for those good Christians. He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:9-15, Psalm 112:1-9, Philippians 4:10-19

Denomination: Catholic

The Just Society And Why Judas Was Judged Harshly

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 9, 2022

Somehow it seems very strange to ask Judas about the virtue of justice.

Monday of Holy Week I don’t understand why people these days feel like they have to defend Judas from the accusations that he was a thief and a jerk. He was a thief and a jerk. Today’s Gospel shows him accusing Jesus of sinning against the virtue of justice, by allowing an expensive ointment to ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

It Is Time For The Lord To Act (The Acts Of The Lord) Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 30, 2001

GOD’S INTERVENTION IS THE PATHWAY TO DELIVERANCE FROM OPPRESSION

)BIG IDEA: GOD’S INTERVENTION IS THE PATHWAY TO DELIVERANCE FROM OPPRESSION I. (:121) WHY WOULD GOD WANT TO INTERVENE? A. Integrity of My Life "I have done justice and righteousness" – "I’ve been perfectly fair" B. Injustice of My Oppression "Do not leave me to my oppressors" – God hates ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:121-128

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Christian Continuity

Contributed by Edward Aponte on Apr 7, 2001

The most important mark of a disciple that Christ demanded from His followers was not consistency but continuty.

Introduction: Believers have a lot in common with a beach ball. We can be colorful at sometimes, we can be sometimes hard to get a hold of. But the most significant thing we believers have in common with a beach ball is boyancy. The ability to rise up a continue on top. What are some of the ways ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-27, 1 John 2:18-28

Denomination: Congregational

Study On Epistle Of Ephesians Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 21, 2013

Walk-in Light of God to glorify God in all your relationships.

Day 8 Read Ephesians 5:1-20 5:1 Be Imitators of God: Child-father metaphor, if the child spends time with a parent then they will have the same lifestyles. More time in prayer, meditation, the study of the word makes us like Jesus Christ. Christian walk in all seriousness is the theme of this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

Known By God.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 3, 2022

I am fearfully and wonderfully made.

KNOWN BY GOD. Psalm 139:1-6, Psalm 139:13-18. What convinced me of the reality of the God of the Bible - 'the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ' (Ephesians 1:3) - was not intellectual argument, but personal encounter. This occurred in two phases: first in a sense of guilt ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-6, Psalm 139:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sacrificial Service Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jun 12, 2016

Ruth displayed her sacrificial love and service to her mother in law, Naomi by her willingness to glean in the field of Boaz even in the heat of the sun. Such godly character produced a blessing that transformed Naomi's bitterness into hope and joy.

We are continuing our study in the book of Ruth. Last week, we studied chapter one concerning a man from Judah named Elimelech relocating his entire family to Moab, the land of pagan idol worshipers. Elimelech lived during the time of the Judges, was married to Naomi and they had two sons, named ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Nazarene

Against The Tide: Pushing Back Against The Moral Climate

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 18, 2012

Christians are called to be holy. However, we are not always certain what it means to be holy or how to achieve that status.

1 PETER 1:13-25 AGAINST THE TIDE (PUSHING BACK AGAINST THE MORAL CLIMATE) “Preparing your minds for action, and being sober-minded, set your hope fully on the grace that will be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus Christ. As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-25

Denomination: Baptist

Love One Another Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 18, 2003

What would relationships in our church look like if we truly loved each other? Since God loves us unconditionally, we can and must love each other, including those affected by abortion.

January 19, 2003 Sanctity of Life Sunday Scripture Text: 1 John 4:7-12 Speaker: Brian Bill Series Overview Love One Another Do you remember what you were doing 30 years ago? Let me see if I can refresh your memory. Notre Dame topped the college football rankings with a perfect 11-0 season. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Value Of Life

Contributed by Tom Mccrossan on Jan 22, 2004

A pro-life sermon on Sanctity of Human Life Sunday, 2004.

THE VALUE OF LIFE Genesis 1:26-31 Two of the persistent questions we repeatedly ask are: "Who am I?" and "Why am I here?" God addresses both of those early in the scriptures. In Genesis 1:26 we read, "Then God said, ’Let Us make man in our image, in our likeness, and let them rule. . . .’" God’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-31, 2 Corinthians 10:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Matthew 5:21-26 Thoughtcrime – Murder And Anger Series

Contributed by Thomas H on Nov 24, 2011

Matthew 5:21-26 Thoughtcrime – murder and anger

Matthew 5:21-26 Thoughtcrime – murder and anger Manuscript Last week we looked at the Old Testament Law in relation to the Law of Christ, and I know that many of you were away for that sermon, but that sermon really serves as the foundation for understanding the rest of the Sermon on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

Obsolete Or Absolute? Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 1, 2015

Are the 10 Commandments still viable today?

Series: The Big 10 (Based on a series by James Merritt) “OBSOLETE OR ABSOLUTE?” EXODUS 20:1-20 OPEN Today we start a series of messages called The Big 10. When you hear that term, you probably think about the regional college athletic conference featuring teams like ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christianity In The Public Square: The Apologetics & Philosophy Renaissance

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021

Christianity in the public square? For the public good? The people of the United State are divided in many ways, but in this area the consensus seems to be: Sure you can practice your religion, as long as you do it behind closed doors on Sunday.

Christianity in the public square? For the public good? The people of the United State are divided in many ways, but in this area the consensus seems to be: Sure you can practice your religion, as long as you do it behind closed doors on Sunday. Of course a religion that only functions an hour a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-31

Denomination: Salvation Army