Sermons on Evil For Good:

Gifts For The Common Good

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jun 8, 2014

The gifts of the Holy Spirit are given primarily for the common good, and primarily so that we can be His witnesses.

This section of Paul’s letter to the Corinthian church is about unity in diversity, serving the common good together, and being instruments of God’s grace by His Spirit at work to heal, to teach and to build up. The overall message is that God is in control. It is His church not yours ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-13

Denomination: Anglican

Good For Us To Be Here

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Feb 6, 2013

Sermon for Transfiguration Sunday, Year C 2013

Luke 9: 28 – 36 Good For Us To Be Here Intro: Back in the 80’s there was a toy that was really popular with boys and girls alike. Transformers. They were the most fascinating toys, even for adults. In 2007 the first of the Transformer movies was released. In 2009 another, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why Be A Good Samaritan

Contributed by William Wyne on Feb 28, 2013

The good in us must come out of us.

I am again humbled and delighted to have been extended the invitation to be here at First Presbyterian Church as we continue what I believe is an honorable fellowship of pulpit exchange. I only hope and pray that your Pastor is receiving the kind of warmth and hospitality that I have received from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Good, The Bad, & The Snuggly

Contributed by Jonathan Meyer on Nov 1, 2016

Jesus points to our salvation by the Father's grace alone, not by our works--first through a parable, and then in action as He welcomes children (even infants).

The Word of God that engages us today is our Gospel reading from Luke 18. And in our Gospel reading, Jesus challenges the presuppositions of those around Him. Our Gospel reading is really broken down into two sections—and quite often you’ll get a sermon on one or the other, as if ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Confession Is Good For The Soul

Contributed by Gary Eller on Nov 7, 2016

To have freedom, confession is an absolute.

CONFESSION IS GOOD FOR THE SOUL PH 2 VS 5-11 Philippians 2:5-11 (NKJV) 5 Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, 6 who, being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God, 7 but made Himself of no reputation, taking the form of a bondservant, and coming ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: *other

The Good News Of Christmas

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Dec 10, 2015

Christmas can be found in all four Gospels

Christmas can so easily be lost in • "I'm Dreaming Of A While Christmas" • “Frosty The Snowman,” • “Jack Frost Nipping At Your Nose,” • “Santa Finding Out Who’s Naughty & Nice,” • “Chestnuts Roasting On An Open ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

Being A Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Dec 18, 2015

PROPOSITION: Because Christ is the “Good Shepherd”, you must be a “good” shepherd.

Being a Good Shepherd Ezekiel 34 PROPOSITION: Because Christ is the “Good Shepherd”, you must be a “good” shepherd. I. Reject shepherding that is contrary to God’s Word! v. 1-10 A. Leaders subverted God’s truth (1-3, 17-19)! 1. They were to use their position ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Characteristics Of A Good Leader

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Dec 31, 2015

In his farewell speech Paul advises the leaders at Ephesus how to become good leaders of the flock.

Imagine after spending nine years in missionary work being asked by God to leave your ministry area to go to a place where persecution and then prison are guaranteed! Instead of being concerned of his own welfare Paul was genuinely concerned for the leaders of the church at Ephesus. He spent ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:13-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Activities Of The Good Samaritan

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 3, 2016

To show that JESUS CHRIST is our Healer, Savior, and He always took care of us moment by moment.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you healed in JESUS's Name? Yes. Isaiah 53:5 (Amplified Bible) But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our guilt and iniquities; the chastisement [needful to obtain] peace and well-being for us was upon Him, and with the stripes [that wounded] Him we are ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Maintaining Good Relationship

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on May 27, 2016

A good relationship makes a man mighty

MY LIVING WATER DAILY DEVOTIONAL MAY 27, FRIDAY MAINTAINING GOOD RELATIONSHIP MAIN TEXT: PROVERBS 13:20 Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm. EPHESIANS 4:2 Be completely humble and gentle: be patient, bearing one another in love. This kind of relationship ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Serve The Lord With Good Will

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 7, 2016

To show that we work here on earth not for human bosses but for the LORD's Glory and Honor.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you men's servant? No. I am GOD's servant II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we work here on earth not for human bosses but for the LORD's Glory and Honor. IV. TEXT: Ephesians 6:7 (Amplified Bible) Rendering service readily with ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

It's All Good!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jun 20, 2016

There are times that I have thought to myself, that makes perfect sense! And then there are times that I thought to myself, never in 100 years would have I figured or thought to do that. But yet, it was exactly what needed to be done!

It's all Good! God is good all the time and all the time God is good! What's good you may ask? All of it! Absolutely everything, as long as God is involved in the details. That should really be the Christians mindset, shouldn't it? Does everyone know what an aura is? 1. An invisible emanation ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grazing On The Goodness Of God

Contributed by Joseph Mcgaha on Feb 10, 2016

Exposition of Psalm 23:1

Grazing on the goodness of God – Psalm 23:1 1. Introduction: The Prelude to the Rumination. 2. The Person Referenced. – “The Lord” 3. The Period Remembered. – “is” 4. The Possession Reawakened. – “my” 5. The Position Realized. – ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1

Denomination: Baptist

Good Works And The Gospel Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 1, 2016

My good works are to be a response to God’s grace for the purpose of pointing people to Jesus

Last year when I decided to preach through a portion of the book of Romans each year for several years, I had to decide on an overall approach to that series of sermons. At one end of the spectrum, I could have followed the example of several pastors who have chosen to preach one or two sermons per ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Sharing The Good News Series

Contributed by Ken Ritz on Mar 1, 2016

Part 5 of a series on Evangelism

“Sharing The Good News” Passing on the Faith, Part 5 If you have your bible, turn to 2 Kings chapter 6, (pew bible _________) This is the last message in our series called, Passing On The Faith. So we’re going to be talking about sharing our faith. Now, maybe you’re ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational