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Forgiveness -Vs- Victimhood

Contributed by Michael Carter on Dec 2, 2019

Christians whose tenuous relationship with God hangs by some vaporous thread of hope all the while they continue clinging and subscribing to worldly ideologies are seeking forgiveness in the mouth of evil.

Forgiveness I was on a phone call this last week with someone very near and dear to my heart. Just before we ended the long, cheerful Thanksgiving day conversation, I asked a question that I’d not contemplated or asked before. I felt a bit weird even asking it, but there it came out. For some ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:2, Romans 12:18, Jeremiah 17:9, Isaiah 66:2, Romans 2:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Slaves Vs. Sons Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 5, 2019

Paul told the Ephesian believers that God has “predestined us to adoption as sons by Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the good pleasure of His will” (Eph. 1.5).

November 6, 2013 The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Tom Lowe Chapter III.B.2.b Slaves Vs. Sons (4.1-7) Galatians 4:1-7 (KJV) 1 Now I say, That the heir, as long as he is a child, differeth nothing from a servant, though he be lord of all; 2 But is under tutors and governors ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Stuff Vs. Simplicity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

To encourage believers to find contentment in God, appreciate simplicity, and practice gratitude, regardless of their circumstances, as they seek first the kingdom of God and rely on His strength.

Good morning, friends! I'm so glad you've chosen to spend part of your day here with us. Today, we're going to take a deep dive into two powerful passages that are just as relevant today as they were when they were penned by the apostle Paul and recorded by the disciple Matthew. We're going to talk ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-13, Matthew 6:33

Topics: Contentment

Poor Vs. Rich Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 3, 2013

Proverbs reminds us that wisdom from God looks at what is poor and rich different than the world does. A person with money can be called poor and a poor man with no money can be called rich in the eyes of God.

Series: Practical Proverbs Thesis: The primary message of Proverbs is “Get wisdom or act and look like a fool!” Sermon 1 & 2: Wise vs. foolish We learned that wisdom is God given not manmade but foolishness is manmade not God given. We learned that wisdom is given by God to us so that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:6-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tolerance Vs Inculturation Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 8, 2012

The Church loves sinners but abhors sin; instead of accommodating itself to the world, and tolerating sin, it should adopt a habit of inculturation as a means of spreading the Gospel.

10 September 2012 Monday of 23rd Sunday in Course Verbum Domini One of the most abused words in the English language is “tolerance.” These days it is often wedded to the word “diversity.” We live in a diverse culture, we are told, and so we are to understand and tolerate ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-8

Denomination: Catholic

Money-Vs-Morals

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Nov 8, 2012

What happens in the heart of a Christian when being a Christian means taking a financial loss? How do we decide?

Psalm 15 “LORD, who may dwell in your sanctuary? Who may live on your holy hill? He whose walk is blameless and who does what is righteous, who speaks the truth from his heart and has no slander on his tongue … “Who does his neighbor no wrong and casts no slur on his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-5

Denomination: Nazarene

Thanksgiving Vs Thanksliving

Contributed by Danny Anderson on Oct 27, 2006

God not only deserves our thanks, but I believe He also desires it. He wants us to be grateful for His goodness rather than just take it all for granted. How many of you took time out this past week just to re-count your blessings and thank God for everyt

Thanksgiving Versus Thanksliving Text: I Thessalonians 5:18 Introduction: I believe Scripture substantiates the fact that God expects us to thank Him for His blessings in our lives. This is evidenced in the words of Jesus to the one lone ex-leper who returned to thank Him in Luke 17:15-17: "One of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: Baptist

Victors Vs. Victims

Contributed by Laren Whaley on Jul 25, 2010

Many today want us to believe that Jesus Christ was a victim of the circumstances of His day. They want us to believe that the angry mob took His life; thus we too as His followers ought to victims, with a woe is me attitude.But I want us to look into th

1 John 5:1 - 5 (NKJV) 1Whoever believes that Jesus is the Christ is born of God, and everyone who loves Him who begot also loves him who is begotten of Him. 2By this we know that we love the children of God, when we love God and keep His commandments. 3For this is the love of God, that we keep ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-5

Denomination: Church Of God

Truth Vs Error Series

Contributed by C Vincent on Oct 18, 2009

Our world view effects what we believe and our actions in life. What do we really believe? And does it line up with scripture?

Truth V’s Error JCC 04.10.09 am 2 Corinthians 10:3–5: “For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Preacher Vs The Politician PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 27, 2023

This sermon explores the struggle of living out Christian ideals through the biblical narrative of Felix and Paul, emphasizing the hope found in a clear conscience.

Good morning, family of God. We gather here today, hearts open, minds ready, spirits eager. We're here for fellowship, for worship, for truth. A place of hope. A place of faith. A place of love. Opening Scripture Reading – We turn to the Book of Acts today. Acts 24, verses 22 through 26. Let me ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:22-26

Topics: Clear Conscience

Making A Difference In Our Generation

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 22, 2013

How can we make a difference in our generation? 1. Focus on family (vs. 1). 2. Go forward in God's grace (vs. 1-6). 3. Pursue our purpose in God's plan (vs. 15-16). 4. Trust God to work today (vs. 17).

Making a Difference in Our Generation Matthew 1:1-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Dec. 5, 2012 *In these verses God tells us about the generations from Abraham to Christ. But do these verses say anything about our generation? The answer is yes. In these verses we can see how to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Let Perseverance Finish Its Work Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on May 7, 2020

True faith is a faith that works!

James 1 Let Perseverance Finish Its Work May 24, 2020 James was the half-brother of Jesus. The book of James is the oldest of the 27 New Testament books. James did not believe Jesus was the Messiah until after the resurrection. He became the leader of the persecuted church of Jerusalem. He ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4, Hebrews 12:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Hope Vs Despair Series

Contributed by Ken Little on Jul 23, 2014

Freedom in Christ means we can break free from despair and live in boundless hope.

Good morning everyone…it’s good to be with you here…today we will be diving into part two of our series called free, last week we talked about loving first, not judging first…and this week we are going to talk about living with hope…because sometimes…living life ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Training Vs Trying Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jun 28, 2022

This sermon focuses on the importance of training to be like Christ rather than simply trying to be a Christ, and what it looks like in practical terms.

Good morning. We are continuing to look at this theme of discipleship. Discipleship at Bellevue Christian Church has been defined as ordinary people learning to live everyday life like Jesus. We decided that there are three ways that we become a disciple at Bellevue Christian Church. We gather, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8, Matthew 11:28, Matthew 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian Church

"Resuscitation Vs. Resurrection”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Mar 8, 2002

March 17, 2002 -- FIFTH SUNDAY IN LENT Ezekiel 37:1-14 Psalm 130 With the LORD there is mercy and plenteous redemption. (Ps. 130:6-7) Romans 8:6-11 John 11:1-45 Color: Purple John 1

March 17, 2002 -- FIFTH SUNDAY IN LENT Ezekiel 37:1-14 Psalm 130 With the LORD there is mercy and plenteous redemption. (Ps. 130:6-7) Romans 8:6-11 John 11:1-45 Color: Purple John 11: 1-45 Title: “Resuscitation vs. ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Lutheran