Sermons on gender equity: showing 181-195 of 3,507

The Holy Name Of Jesus Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 1, 2022

The name of God and his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, is so often abused in our culture, that we must in this new year treat that Name with respect and honor.

On January 1, Moses tells the people how Aaron and his following high priests should bless them. The strange phrase, “so shall they place my name upon the people of Israel” is part of the direction. In Hebrew, the word “name” (hashem) stands for the person and the person’s power and authority. The ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27, Psalm 67:4, Galatians 4:4-7, Luke 2:16-21

Denomination: Catholic

Me, Too And Saint Maria Goretti

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 3, 2018

Contraception enabled many to adopt sinful lifestyles without fear of pregnancy, and the other results were predictable and damaging.

July 6, 2018 Feast of St. Maria Goretti Our God is a God of mercy and compassion, but He is also the God of justice and equity. Defenseless people are His particular specialty. Crimes against those who cannot defend themselves, who have no physical or political power, are very offensive to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-13, Amos 8:4-12

Denomination: Catholic

Psalm 46 - Fear And Greedy Monkeys

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Mar 8, 2018

How do you respond with the world is shaking? There is a difference between being afraid and being fearful.

The Psalms - The Language of Our Faith Psalm 46 - Fear and Greedy Monkeys March 11, 2018 Psalms 46:1-3 NIV God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. 2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, 3 though its waters ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Divine Call Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 15, 2024

The Divine Call

Psalm 98 The Divine Call 1. To Song - It's Trust - 1 O sing unto the Lord a new song; Jericho - Joshua 6:16 And it came to pass at the seventh time, when the priests blew with the trumpets, Joshua said unto the people, Shout; for the Lord hath given you the city. It's ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Choices Of The Heart Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Oct 2, 2022

This the second sermon in a series based on The Book of Proverbs. Based on the TV game show "Let's Make a Deal," in which contestants struggle with the desire of their hearts -- to win "big" prizes or money, the choices we reveal the desires of our heart.

I’m going to assume that you all are familiar with a popular little game show called “Let’s Make a Deal.” It’s been on for, like, ever it seems. The “contestants” are offered various “mystery prizes” to choose from. Some of the prizes are really amazing and some of the prizes … well, they’re ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-22, Matthew 7:13-14, 1 Kings 11:4-6, 1 Kings 11:11-12

Denomination: United Methodist

Heaven – It Is Not What Most People Think

Contributed by Robert Sickler on Nov 15, 2011

Probably one of the most messed up Christian concepts is that of heaven, our final destination, which is nothing like the pictures created by our church traditions!

Heaven – it is not what most people think Illustration The two professors stood nose to nose as they shouted at one another. “The craters on the moon are the result of volcanism,” cried one. “You are an idiot,” screamed the other, “the craters on the moon are ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 65:17-25

Denomination: Christian Church

A Splitting Headache Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Apr 19, 2021

Today’s sermon revolves around a working mother who is a judge-prophetess, a superstitious general, some really bad weather, and a headache to end all headaches.

A Splitting Headache (Judges 4:1-24) 1. Billy, a 4 year old boy, goes to the doctor with a number of symptoms, including a headache. The doctor asks, "Billy, can you tell me what's bothers you the most?" Billy replies: "I'd have to say my little sister." 2. What do ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:1-24, 1 Timothy 2:8-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

He's Not A Baby Anymore!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 15, 2001

The manger is empty as well as the grave. We are not dealing with a child.

He’s Not A Baby Anymore! We are in the season where everybody gets all mushy. Maybe it is because a baby in a manger brings out the paternal instincts in people. Maybe it is because a baby is not threatening. There is something about the Christ child that gets more attention than the day we ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

"A Glorious Day Is Coming!"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Aug 13, 2004

Perhaps you are having a gray day? When I read the Book of Isaiah, I became weary with all of the judgments and woes against the nation of Israel. But, every now and then, a ray of hope and light would shine through the clouds.

Text: Isaiah Chapter 11 Title: “A Glorious Day is Coming” Introduction: Perhaps you are having a gray day? When I read the Book of Isaiah, I became weary with all of the judgments and woes against the nation of Israel. But, every now and then, a ray of hope and light would shine through the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Living In Right Relationship

Contributed by Ed Wood on May 26, 2007

Does Jesus Christ make any difference in the way Christians live? If the answer is no, Christianity is a false religion.

LIVING IN RIGHT RELATIONSHIP 1 Peter 2:17 INTRO: Does Jesus Christ make any difference in the way Christians live? If the answer is no, Christianity is a false religion. But if the answer is yes, other questions have to be asked. Does Jesus make a little or a lot of difference in how we live? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:17

Denomination: Baptist

Proverbs--The Search For Wisdom Begins! Series

Contributed by Jeremy Nobles on Aug 18, 2008

Small group study--kids or young adult, I actually used it with the kids and adults, so parents and child could communicate at home on the Bible. Built around a mystery of wisdom missin from lives, went all the way through Proverbs this is the first less

The first 7 verses of Proverbs are the most crucial to comprehending this book. In these verses Solomon states the purpose for Proverbs, but he also gives us the starting point for attaining knowledge and apprehending Wisdom. Never lose sight of Solomon’s purpose or beginning; for if you ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Living Life On Purpose

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 13, 2010

A PURPOSE WILL: ❶ Motivate you ❷ Keep your priorities straight ❸ Develop your potential ❹ Give you ability to live in the present ❺ Help you evaluate your progress

2 Timothy 4:6-8KJVFor I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Being Established In The Present Truth

Contributed by Jose Maldonado on Oct 18, 2000

This morning I would like to speak on the subject of BEING ESTABLISHED IN THE PRESENT TRUTH.

This morning I would like to speak on the subject of BEING ESTABLISHED IN THE PRESENT TRUTH. It is of utmost importance that a child of God be established in truth. If not he will be like the one that the Apostle Paul speaks of in Ephesians 4:14 "That we [henceforth] be no more children, tossed to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:12

A Story Of Perplexing Generosity

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Sep 20, 2023

How do we respond to God's generosity? How do we live in comparison with others? What does Grace have to do with it?

9.24.23 Matthew 20:1–16 (EHV) 1 “Indeed the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire workers for his vineyard. 2 After agreeing to pay the workers a denarius for the day, he sent them into his vineyard. 3 He also went out about the third hour and saw ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Enough Grace To Go Around Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 25, 2014

God's grace is not an exclusive grace... it is an all inclusive grace that knows no barriers.

Today is the Third Sunday in Lent. On the First Sunday of Lent we discovered that God’s grace extends beyond Eden. On the Second Sunday in Lent we were reminded that God’s grace is a better way than our works way. Today Jesus teaches us that God’s grace knows no barriers. Title: ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational