Sermons on Feeling Compassion:

Hope Had A Name, Jesus Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 7, 2025

Where are we when the miracle happens? Do we recognise the hand of God in our healing? Do we turn back?

Title: Hope had a name, Jesus Intro: Where are we when the miracle happens? Do we recognise the hand of God in our healing? Do we turn back? Scripture: Luke 17: 11-19 Reflection Dear Friends, There is something about the number ten that stays with you. Ten fingers we count on as children. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Other

Great God's - Great Fish Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 17, 2015

In this sermon we look at three points about God: 1. God Shows Jonah His SOVEREIGNTY 2. God Shows Jonah His PERSISTENCE 3. God Shows Jonah His COMPASSION

Great God's - Great Fish Do you recall that back in the first sermon in the series I mentioned - Jonah is not the hero of the story. God is! At the beginning of the story Jonah is running from God; at the end of the story Jonah is arguing with God. In between Jonah is praying to God and Jonah is ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Was Hungry Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Sep 21, 2015

3rd in this series. An ongoing study of Mt 25. Concept borrowed from the work of Tim Cook, a fellow preacher.

Intro: Today seemed like the day to talk about competitive eating contests. Did you know there are 2 major leagues, devoted to eating as much as possible in a short amount of time? There’s the International Federation of Competitive Eaters, also known as Major League Eating. They sponsor ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

True Greatness

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 6, 2024

True greatness is defined by humility, compassion and holiness.

Matt 18:1-9 TRUE GREATNESS (Communion Sunday) Everyone loves to be great. But we define greatness simply as being famous, rich, successful or taking high office. • Is this how God defines greatness? What does Jesus say about being great in life? • We will hear from Him in the text this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Love’s In Need Of Love”

Contributed by Kenneth R. Jenkins on Mar 8, 2022

Strangely enough, this four-letter word carries a lot of weight in every situation through many generations. What love may mean to you may not mean the same as I see it but everybody wants to know what love is.

Our subject from the Scripture that was in your hearing, is a question I would like to ask. A question we all should ask ourselves when it comes to the subject we will speak on and try through God’s word find a conclusion. I would like to speak to you through the Holy Spirit’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

"the Gift Of Love: A Heartfelt Christmas Story"

Contributed by Jessie Manuel on Dec 20, 2024

It is the most overwhelming thing I have ever encountered in my life. It is the greatest thing God ever did for any of us! The reason I can say that is this, because He loved us, He was moved to do everything else that He has done.

Introduction: Good morning, beloved family in Christ! As we gather here in this beautiful Advent season, we are invited to reflect on the miraculous gift of love — a love that changes everything. Today, I want to share a heartfelt story, a story that teaches us about love, sacrifice, and hope ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:9-21

Denomination: Methodist

It’s Party Time

Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Aug 22, 2025

I really love the message translation which says Call me and I’ll answer, be at your side in bad times; I’ll rescue you, then throw you a party.”

Psalms 91:14 - Because he hath set his love upon me, therefore will I deliver him: I will set him on high, because he hath known my name. 15 He shall call upon me, and I will answer him: I will be with him in trouble; I will deliver him, and honour him. I really love the message translation ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Gutter: Where Life Is Meant To Be Lived Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 17, 2012

Compassion, ministry, our testimony

THE GUTTER: WHERE LIFE IS MEANT TO BE LIVED. Luke 14:15-23 (p739) June 12, 2011 INTRODUCTION: I’ll always remember the old story of Charles Spurgeon being invited to speak at a large London church and on the night before the services Mr. Spurgeon and a friend were returning from dinner ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:15-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Compassionate Eyes And Active Hands

Contributed by Fr. Rian Adams on Sep 14, 2020

Proper 13, Year A. The multiplying of the fish and the bread. Jesus calls for compassionate eyes to SEE needs, and active hands to meet the needs.

Compassionate Eyes and Compassionate Hands: Proper 13 Year A Matthew 14:13-21 Intro: Imagine the amount of compassion you can have if you walk a day, just a day, in someone else’s shoes. Imagine the ways you could pray for someone if you experienced their continual struggle for 24 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:14-21

Denomination: Episcopal

"Bff"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 21, 2009

Jesus’ compassion.

John 11:1-44 “BFF” by: Rev. Ken Sauer, East Ridge UMC, Chattanooga, TN Text messaging and emails have brought with them a whole new language. For example, when two persons are exceptionally close, perhaps they are best friends, one will write to the other, “You are my BFF.” Now what in the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-44

Denomination: United Methodist

Having A Ministry Of Reconciliation

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 9, 2008

God calls us to be reconcille with Him. He then calls us to be a bridge so others can be reconciled with God almighty.

MINISTRY OF RECONCILIATION 2 CORINTHIANS 5:11-21 SERMON TITLE :MINISTRY OF RECONCILIATION. I CAUTIOUSLY NAME IT THAT WITH THE THOUGHT I KNOW SOME WILL THINK OF PEOPLE WHO SHOULD MIND THEIR OWN BUSINESS AND STAY OUT OF PEOPLE’S LIVES/ MAYBE EVEN ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:11-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Known By Love

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Dec 29, 2023

A new command I give you: love one another.

December 30, 2023 As we look forward to the start of a New Year, our minds naturally turn to the ever-popular idea of the New Year’s Resolution: • I’m going to lose 10 lbs. • I’m going to pay off my credit cards. • I’m going to eat fewer donuts --- Right!! Like that is ever going to ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35, Leviticus 19:18, Leviticus 19:34, Matthew 22:37-40, Luke 6:27-35, Ephesians 5:1-2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

"born Again: Embracing The Transformative Love Of John Chapter 3"

Contributed by Don Aldrich Tamayo on Jul 26, 2023

Good morning/afternoon, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ! Today, we embark on an exciting journey through the pages of John Chapter 3—a chapter filled with deep insights, humor, and the life-changing message of spiritual rebirth.

Introduction: [Opening Prayer] Good morning/afternoon, beloved brothers and sisters in Christ! Today, we embark on an exciting journey through the pages of John Chapter 3—a chapter filled with deep insights, humor, and the life-changing message of spiritual rebirth. Imagine Nicodemus, a ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Love Does Not Boast- Eliminating The Me Monster Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Feb 28, 2025

1 Corinthians 13:4, which says that love 'does not boast.' James and John were focused on elevating themselves, but Jesus' teaching reminds them that love and greatness come through selfless service, not by boasting or seeking honor.

Love does not boast, or to put it another way, love does not brag.INTRODUCTION - As we continue to learn to love better, the focus of the thing we need to work on in order to be able to love better is getting a handle on the issue of boasting. - Love does not boast or put another way, love does ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discouraging Comfort Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 1, 2021

The book of Job makes clear that one of life's greatest tragedies is that believers do not comfort and encourage one another, but rather are often discouraging. That is what we see Job's friends being to him.

Emilie Lorning in her novel, Swift Waters, tells the story of a young single pastor who fell in love with a beautiful young woman in his congregation. She learned to play the chimes in the tower of the church, and when she learned the pastor's favorite hymn, she would play it frequently. ...read more