Sermons on Forgiving:

Judge Not That You Be Not Judged

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 16, 2002

Jesus’ words condemn a certain type of judgment, but there are limits to our tolerance.

Introduction: A few years ago, a congregation of the Lord’s church in Oklahoma disfellowshiped a woman for immorality. When she filed a lawsuit against the church, the story made all the national news media. One of the shows to give the lawsuit coverage was Phil Donahue and on that show, I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6, Matthew 7:7-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Is Your Authority – God Or The Government?

Contributed by Christopher Hill on Jan 1, 2004

? As Christians, we are not to feel as if we are not bound by the law and authority of earthly government because we are citizens of another kingdom. Instead, we should demonstrate our respect for the heavenly King by being subject to earthly authority.

Night after night, week after week, and month after month Gregory Dixon Jr., pastor of Indianapolis Baptist Temple, along with other men of the church held a vigil. This wasn’t a typical vigil, however. These men sat up each night drinking coffee, eating donuts, and playing cards. They didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He Pitched His Tent Among Us

Contributed by William Baeta on Jan 5, 2004

“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth” John 1:14.

Theme: He pitched His tent among us Text: Psalm 147:12-20; Eph. 1:3-6, 15-18; John 1:1-18 Every beginning is a time of great expectations and we all have expectations for the year 2004 on this first Sunday of the year. Although our expectations for the year are important God’s expectations for the ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-18, Psalm 147:12-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Believers Are Predestined To Praise God

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jan 7, 2004

CHRISTMAS 2(A) - Believers are called to praise God by God’s choice and for God’s gifts.

BELIEVERS DECLARE GOD’S PRAISES Ephesians 1:3-6, 15-18 - January 4, 2004 EPHESIANS 1:3-6, 15-18 3Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ. 4For he chose us in him before the creation of the ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Refining Fire Of God Series

Contributed by D. Greg Ebie on Jan 7, 2004

Malachi - The Final Prophet (part 6) Godly Insight for Today

✎ Proverbs offer wisdom; however wisdom is often gained through experience, and experience takes time. Have you ever wondered how some common proverbs might be thought of by children? > Children should be seen and. . . not spanked or grounded. > Better safe than. . . punch a fifth ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:1-4, Malachi 3:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Look, The Lamb Of God Who Takes Away The Sin Of The World!

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jan 19, 2004

EPIPHANY 2(A) - Look at the Lamb of God and see what Jesus does so that you may imitate Jesus’ love.

LOOK, THE LAMB OF GOD John 1:29-41 - January 18, 2004 JOHN 1:29-41 29The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, "Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world! 30This is the one I meant when I said, `A man who comes after me has surpassed me because he was before me.’ ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-41

Denomination: Lutheran

God Has The Answer Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 6, 2004

This is the 4th study in the study "The Hebrew Hymnal".

Series: The Hebrew Hymnal (Psalms) [#4] HYMN #4: GOD HAS THE ANSWERS Psalm 4 Some hymns are inspired by tragedies in our lives while other hymns are just inspired through knowing Almighty God. This fourth hymn is a song of praise lifted up to God for what He has done and is doing. Notice ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

John Wesley In The 21st Century

Contributed by Don Hawks on Feb 9, 2004

A Brief Biography of Wesley and His Teaching about God’s Grace and a discussion of his importance for today’s church.

SLIDE 1 Welcome, attendance pad, prayer I am continuing this series today on Christianity and world religions. But today I am taking a different twist. I am going to talk about John Wesley. If it were not for this man I doubt that we would be meeting here in this place or form today. This ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, Matthew 22:37-40

Denomination: Methodist

Renew Us Our Days

Contributed by Steve Boyd on Feb 14, 2004

The opportunity to start over again is one of the greatest gifts that God gives to mankind...

Renew Our Days as of Old March 23, 2003 / Sunday a.m. Lamentations 5:19-22 19 Thou, O LORD, remainest for ever; thy throne from generation to generation. 20 Wherefore dost thou forget us for ever, and forsake us so long time? 21 Turn thou us unto thee, O LORD, and we shall be turned; renew our ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 5:19-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Closer Look At Encouragment Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Feb 20, 2004

It is so easy to get discouraged, but the words that we say have such an impact on people. The church today needs encouragment, but how can we give and receive encouragment

“A Closer Look: Encouragement” Introduction: William Arthur Ward said, “Flatter me, and I may not believe you. Criticize me, and I may not like you. Ignore me, and I may not forgive you. Encourage me, and I will not forget you.” Our words are one of the most powerful weapons that we have. With ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pride And Prejudice Series

Contributed by W.bryan Jackson on Feb 21, 2004

Pride, prejudice and discrimination, three things that you would not expect to find in church but you do. Lets see how and what we can do about it.

James 2:1-13 my brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with respect of persons. (2) For if there come unto your assembly a man with a gold ring, in goodly apparel, and there come in also a poor man in vile raiment; (3) And ye have respect to him that weareth the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

What The Riches Of God's Grace Provides

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Feb 21, 2004

The riches of God’s grace provides countless blessings for the child of God. Let’s look at four great riches of His amazing grace.

WHAT THE RICHES OF GOD’S GRACE PROVIDES “…to the praise of the glory of His grace, by which He has made us accepted in the Beloved. In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace.” Ephesians 1:6-7 (NKJV) The riches of God’s grace ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Dead Promise And A Living Anointing

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Sep 17, 2004

An amazing turn in the story of the child who was raised from the dead by Elisha’s prayer.

2 Kings 4:32-35 KJV And when Elisha was come into the house, behold, the child was dead, and laid upon his bed. [33] He went in therefore, and shut the door upon them twain, and prayed unto the LORD. [34] And he went up, and lay upon the child, and put his mouth upon his mouth, and his eyes ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:32-35, 2 Kings 4:31-37

Denomination: Pentecostal

Help Restore Your Fallen Brother

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 21, 2004

PENTECOST 16(A) - Help restore your fallen brother by warning them against their sin and offering them God’s forgiveness.

HELP RESTORE YOUR FALLEN BROTHER MATTHEW 18:15-20 September 19, 2004 - PENTECOST 16 MATTHEW 18:15-20 15"If your brother sins against you, go and show him his fault, just between the two of you. If he listens to you, you have won your brother over. 16But if he will not listen, take one or two ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Lutheran

Christ The Yes To All God's Promises Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Sep 23, 2004

We should be seeking to show in our lives the grace & sincerity of God, but we do this not trusting in our own strength, but trusting solely in God’s grace & forgiveness.

By Danny Saunders The rumor goes that when Sally Robins dropped her oars at the women’s Olympic rowing event, another member of the team threatened to throw her out of the boat. The other rowers were fuming but when the rowing authorities stepped in they quickly & publicly indicated their support & ...read more

Denomination: Anglican