Sermons on Excused:

The Blaming Game

Contributed by Joe De Leon on Nov 14, 2013

Many people try to use different excuses or justifications why they cannot serve the Lord the way they should. They blame the church, they blame their family, they blame their husband or wife... They insist on holding on to a victim mentality...

The Blaming Game Ro.12:1-2 Church of God of Prophecy Sacramento, Ca. 11-14-2013 Many people try to use different excuses or justifications why they cannot serve the Lord the way they should. They blame the church, they blame their family, they ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: *other

I Love You Lord, But...

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 26, 2014

Many profess to love the lord but with reservations. Their mantra is “I love you Lord but...” Excuses arise when they are called to follow Jesus Christ in sacrificial discipleship or to live separated holy lives.

I love You Lord, but... Luke 14:15-33 Many profess to love the lord but with reservations. Their mantra is “I love you Lord but...” Excuses arise when they are called to follow Jesus Christ in sacrificial discipleship, to commit to having a consistent walk and witness as a child of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-33

Denomination: Baptist

"Fishing For People"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 21, 2015

Why do people not follow?

"Fishing for People" Mark 1:14-20 Do we make it seem too easy? Do we not give enough explanation? Or perhaps, do people have an inkling of how difficult it is, and therefore make the decision to either "put it off," ignore it, or say "No. I refuse to believe it," when in reality the refusing ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: United Methodist

The Antidote To The ‘kindly Grandfather’ God Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 16, 2024

This passage is a stark contrast to the "kindly grandfather" image of God that many had. What are the specific ways that shows up here?

JUDGMENT-FREE ZONE: Many people like to think of God as a kindly grandfather. - Ezekiel 5:1. - There is a popular conception of God as a kindly (and slightly senile) grandfather in the sky. He’s not going to rebuke you for anything you’re doing. He’s going to ask if everyone had a good time. And ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 5:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Call To Discipleship Part 2: False Starts Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Aug 23, 2021

We did to have excuses when the going gets tough. Jesus' call is for total commitment. All Scripture references are from the NASB.

When Jesus calls us to follow Him, to be His disciples, Jesus did not call for any halfway measures. How many of us, after the holidays, or before summer season starts say we are going to diet, join a gym, and get healthy? With good intentions we jump right into. However, by day 3 of our diet, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Baptist

The Box Of "i Can"t"

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 18, 2026

How many times do we offer the excuse of "I CAN'T?" Often the people that say "IT CAN'T BE DONE" are being passed by those that are doing it. The question might not be I CAN'T. the answer might honestly say: I DON'T WANT TOO.

THE BOX OF “I CAN’T!” THE CHOICE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Watch YouTube: Wade Hughes) “BUNDY THE BOOK” IS MENTIONED IN SEVERAL TV SHOWS AND MOVIES. “HE THOUGHT HE COULD” WAS A BOOK MENTIONED IN: MARRIED WITH CHILDREN. THERE WAS AN EPISODE WHERE AL BUNDY HAD ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:16-36, Jeremiah 1:6, Matthew 25:24-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Supper Time

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 8, 2025

God’s feast is ready; the call is now—accept His grace, wear His robe, and take your seat at the table.

I grew up one of seven children. In a house that full, noise was normal—laughing, teasing, fussing, the thud of feet running in and out the back door. But no matter how wild the day got, there was one sound that could stop everything in an instant. It wasn’t thunder. It wasn’t Dad’s whistle. It ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:10, Revelation 19:9, Romans 13:14, Luke 14:16-24, Matthew 22:1-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Why Are - U - Not Praising Him

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Oct 1, 2002

A SERMON THAT POINTS OUT THE CHRISTAN EXCUSES FOR NOT PRAISING GOD.

WHY ARE - U - NOT PRAISING HIM FOR THEY LOVE THE PRAISES OF MAN MORE THAN THE PRAISES OF GOD. BELIEVE IT OR NOT EVEN SOME OF OUR CHRISTIAN TODAY ARE FALLING SHORT BECAUSE THEY ARE WORRIED ABOUT WHAT IT’S GOING TO DO TO THEIR REPUTATION, OFTEN TIMES WE ARE AND HAVE BEEN OVERSHADOWED OR DISTRACTED ...read more

Scripture: John 12:42-43

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ever Had The Buts?

Contributed by Adriel Morgan on Aug 14, 2006

Any old excuse will do...for serving The Lord

This morning I’m going to give yall an opportunity to exercise. Yeah, I’ll let yall change seats. This will be your only chance though. I just want to make sure that you are comfortable where you are. Now for the reason why. I was led to pray over certain chairs here this morning before you came ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:16-24

Denomination: *other

5 Ways To Get Wet!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Sep 23, 2007

No excuses Jesus Christ offers more than the angels.

Getting All Wet! Text: John 5:1-15 After this there was a feast of the Jews, and Jesus went up to Jerusalem. 2 Now there is in Jerusalem by the Sheep Gate a pool, which is called in Hebrew, Bethesda, having five porches. 3 In these lay a great multitude of sick people, blind, lame, paralyzed, ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

“he Was Tortured By The Romans” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Apr 20, 2015

The Romans tortured Jesus out of ignorance. But is that a justifiable excuse?

It’s interesting to contrast how the suffering of Jesus is portrayed. There are depictions that are rated PG. There’s hardly any blood; and Jesus looks more annoyed than in pain. There’s a heavenly glow around His head, as He gazes into heaven. Then there are depictions that more ...read more

Scripture: John 19:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

"The Might Of The Widow's Mite"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Mar 14, 2005

I love people who overcome excuses. If anyone had a reason not to “give,” it was this woman. The widow’s might… she shuts down everyone else’s excuse!

Title: “The Widow’s Might” Introduction: Jesus had just warned the people about the leaven of the Pharisees. They looked religious on outward appearance, but God looks upon the heart of a man. Thus our text begins. Here the widow woman is used by Christ to illustrate the kind of Christian that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:41-44

Denomination: Baptist

Stop Making Excuses, It’s Time To Do God’s Work

Contributed by Olorunnisola Oni on May 20, 2013

The purpose of this message is to see the excuses Moses gave for not wanting to do God’s work, how God enabled him and to remind us of the one assignment our Lord Jesus Christ gave us to do and how we can do it without excuses.

Introduction: Often times, when the Lord ask us to do something, we give excuses why we cannot do it. We sometimes forget that whenever He gives us an assignment, he always provide the enablement. The purpose of this message is to see the excuses Moses gave for not wanting to do God’s work, ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

¡§manifestations¡¨ Series

Contributed by Michael Fogaras on Nov 28, 2003

This is #3 in a five part series on the "no’s or excuses" of Moses.

Moses, Moses Part III ¡§MANIFESTATIONS¡¨ Introduction: On July 27th, I shared my vision for North Thurston Life Center. I spoke about Moses and the burning bush. And many of you were touched by the awesome power of God¡¦s Holy Spirit. I spoke about the vision God has given me of a ministry ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:2-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

¡§his Enablement¡¨ Series

Contributed by Michael Fogaras on Nov 28, 2003

This is #4 of a five part series on the "no’s or excuses" of Moses.

Moses, Moses Part IV ¡§HIS ENABLEMENT¡¨ Introduction: On July 27th, I shared my vision for North Thurston Life Center. I spoke about Moses and the burning bush. And many of you were touched by the awesome power of God¡¦s Holy Spirit. I spoke about the vision God has given me of a ministry of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:11-12

Denomination: Pentecostal