Sermons about Facing Criticism

The Eyes Of A Doctor Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Feb 14, 2020

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If you want to truly help people recover from failure, lead with compassion, not condemnation; lead by example, not by examination; and lead with wisdom; not words. To put it succinctly, see with the eyes of a doctor, not a judge.

A man went to see his doctor in an acute state of anxiety. “Doctor,” he said, “you have to help me. I'm dying. Everywhere I touch it hurts. I touch my head and it hurts. I touch my leg and it hurts. I touch my stomach and it hurts. I touch my chest and it hurts. You have to help me, Doc, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Facing Opposition From The Carnal

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 8, 2001

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To lead the children to understand that faithful obedience to God often means that we will find ourself being opposed by carnal people.

Unit 12 – Faithfulness Lesson 35 – John the Baptist, a Faithful Messenger – Luke 3:1-20; 7:18-23; Mark 6:17-29 Preparation for the Teacher 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand that faithful obedience to God often means that we will find ourself being opposed by carnal people. 2. Explanation of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Disappointments New Christians Face

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Aug 19, 2004

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Common disappointments that new Christians face often bring discouragement to the point of giving up.

Iliff and Saltillo UM churches August 29, 2004 “Disappointments New Christians Face” I Peter 1:6-9 James 1:2-4 INTRODUCTION: Think back to the time when you first came to the Lord and made your decision to become a Christian. You might have been a little child in Sunday school. It may have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:6-9

Denomination: Methodist

A Biblical Protocol For Dealing With Temptation

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 9, 2019

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How to be successful when dealing with temptation

A BIBLICAL PROTOCOL FOR DEALING WITH TEMPTATION MATT. 4:1 1. INTRODUCTION. ALL OF US STRUGGLE AT SOME POINT IN OUR SPIRITUAL LIFE WITH TEMPTATION. FROM THE TIME THAT WE WAKE UP IN THE MORNING UNTIL WE LAY DOWN AT NIGHT, WE WRESTLE WITH THE TEMPTATION TO SUCCUMB TO THE WILES OF THE DEVIL. NO ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1

Denomination: Baptist

How To Face Your Giants Series

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Sep 5, 2016

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David simply a man who believes God for the impossible. He faces giants like everyone of us does everyday. But David trusted God with the impossible and faith brought out the best out of him. Attributes in private now became public. We are giant killers.

Series: David - A Man After God¡¦s Own Heart: Part 4: How To Face Your Giants (1, 2, 3) 1 Samuel 17: 40 And David took his staff in his hand, and chose him five smooth stones out of the brook, and put them in a shepherd's bag which he had, even in a scrip; and his sling was in his hand: and he drew ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:40-54

Denomination: Charismatic

How To Face Your Giants Series

Contributed by James ( Jim ) Highland on Mar 23, 2011

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Focusing on God, not the gaints, brings victories.

How to Face Your Gaints ! Samuel 17:20-29, 34-37 You know this story well. Not only from Sunday School and church sermons do we learn this story, but also from daily life when things are referred to as “between David and Goliath.” Here’s the jest of the story. Two major forces ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:20-37

Denomination: Baptist

Too Graced To Be Two-Faced Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Sep 5, 2013

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THE ART OF STUMBLING When Peter’s behavior didn’t line up with the gospel, Paul confronted him publicly.

INTRODUCTION Someone sent me a list of popular sayings third graders were asked to complete. Their surprise endings made me smile. 1. Better safe than punch a fifth grader. 2. Strike while the bug is close. 3. It’s always darkest before Daylight Savings Time. 4. Don’t bite the hand ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Heart To Worship - A Man After God's Own Heart Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 7, 2005

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Michal’s kind of worship was the type of worship that plagues many churches today. David’s worship is the kind of we need. But how do we deal with the Michals amongst us?

OPEN: A little 6 year old girl and her 4 year old brother were sitting together in church. The brother was giggling, singing and talking out loud. Finally, his big sister had had enough. “You’re not supposed to talk out loud in church” she said. “Why? Who’s going to stop me?” the boy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:12-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faces In The Crowd: The Man Healed Series

Contributed by Michael R. Hodge on Apr 4, 2011

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Responding to the example of the friends that brought their crippled friend to Jesus, we are challenged to invite others, to expect God to do amazing things, and to praise God in response.

“Faces in the Crowd” – Luke 5 This is the second message in our series entitled “Faces in the Crowd”. This series focuses on a number of characters found in the Gospels, whose names are briefly mentioned, typically appearing in one story and then we seldom read of their story again. In essence, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:17-26

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Strong In The Face Of Difficulties

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 25, 2021

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We can stand strong in the face of any fearful situation. That's because we are truly rich in the grace of God.

Have you ever been scared? I mean scared to the point that you were afraid for your life. There was a group of missionaries that were on a mission trip in London. They were in prayer walking one afternoon in an area that was full of mosques and protesters were in the streets. As they walked and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, Proverbs 29:25

Denomination: Baptist

Living Life In The Face Of Death

Contributed by Nathan Eyland on Jan 23, 2005

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A look at life in the face of inevitable death.

While preparing for this sermon I read a number of sermons by some older preachers. One of them commented on the fact that much of what was taboo when he was younger was now brazenly displayed on T-shirts for all to see. However he suggested that something that once was not taboo - death - is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Words And Deeds Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Apr 5, 2022

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Actions speak louder than words. What do yours say?

Words and Deeds lanny smith 2022 Lent / Psalm 23; Matthew 26:6–13 • Proverbial statements: • Talk is cheap. • Actions speak louder than words. • Our experiences tell us these statements carry a lot of truth. • It is critical that disciples of Jesus have words and deeds that are congruent. ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8, Matthew 26:6-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson 26: Criticisim Gets To The Top

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 18, 2012

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Be Careful Who and What You Criticize

A. BE CAREFUL WHO AND WHAT YOU CRITICIZE: NUMBERS 12:1-16 1. Is this a family squabble? “Miriam and Aaron spoke against Moses” (12:1). They were Moses’ older sister and brother. 2. Were they influenced by public opinion? “When the people complained” (11:1). 3. Can people in ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 12:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Facing The Giants: Evidence Of Christian Growth Series

Contributed by Jonny Hunt on Aug 28, 2006

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In these verses is a list of virtues that should be growing in the life of the believer. They are best translated by referring to moral excellence, practical wisdom, self-control, perseverance, godliness, brotherly kindness and unselfish love.

Sherwood Baptist Church has one of the most dynamic media ministries of any church in America. They have produced Facing the Giants, arguably the best feature-length movie ever made by a local church. It’s a God-glorifying, excellently created sports film in the tradition of Hoosiers, Remember ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sweat Of Our Face And Return To The Ground

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 30, 2016

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To show that urgency of death is inevitable to everyone, and that we still have time to evangelize.

I. EXORDIUM: Will you just return to the dust just like that? No. I will make sure I will have sweat, toil and labor to work for the Kingdom of GOD before I go. 1 Corinthians 15:58 (Amplified Bible) Therefore, my beloved brethren, be firm (steadfast), immovable, always abounding in the work of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

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