Sermons on Generous Justice:

The Last Straw Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 5, 2010

Ahab goes one step too fr and God decides to act in judgement of him and Jezebel. Yet even then God's mercy is to the fore.

Reading through the story of Ahab and Jezebel, I occasionally feel a bit sorry for Ahab. He gets a glimpse every now and then of what’s the right thing to do. You feel like he’d really like to do the right thing, but he’s made so many bad decisions in the past that he just ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-29

Denomination: Anglican

The Triumph Of Mercy Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Mar 15, 2010

God wants us to extend His love and mercy to everyone, regardless of their status in life.

The Triumph of Mercy James 2:1-13 Intro: Our country was founded on principles of equality and justice. The Declaration of Independence states, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Embodiment Of God's Unremitting Love Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 18, 2009

Jesus’s preaching differed from that of Jonah because Jonah prophesied judgement and vengeance, while Jesus embodied God’s unremitting love.

Monday of 16th Week in Course 20 July 2009 Caritas in Veritate Before continuing a commentary on the papal encyclical Love in Truth, let me spend a moment on this analogy to Jonah. Jesus is saying to these Jewish non-believers, in effect, “Jonah eventually got it, and you guys will never get it.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:38-42

Denomination: Catholic

Famous Amos Series

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Mar 13, 2011

Israel was guilty of oppressing the poor and needy and perverting justice, despite ritually worshipping God in sacrifice and worship. Are our actions backed by an authentic heart? Are we displeasing God despite 'doing all the right things'?

"Famous Amos" What can we learn from this shepherd and fig-tender - turned - prophet? Given at Glorious King Jesus (GKJ), March 13, 2011 Sterling C. Franklin Text: Amos 5:1-27 (Read Text) Opening Prayer This is a very serious message from Amos! What were the people doing? We see here in the ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Turning The Tables Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Mar 25, 2015

The path to meet Jesus may come as a surprise to some. Instead of being cloaked in robes of religion, Jesus is clothed in rags of need.

Matthew 25:31-46 “Turning the Tables” INTRODUCTION Whether in high school or college most of us have had the joy of taking a “final.” We studied hard for the final, because a large percentage of our grade was determined by this one test. More than a few all-nighters ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Lutheran

"Hang In There"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 16, 2013

A sermon about prayer and trusting God.

Luke 18:1-8 "Hang in There" I don't know about you, but I want it all and I want it now. I was speaking with my parents this past week and they happened to mention--off hand-- that my brother-in-law, the CFO for Proctor and Gamble, had dinner with Mark Zuckerburg a few days ago: Mark ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Who Shall Dwell On Your Holy Hill?

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Nov 24, 2013

Everything you need to know if you want to get to heaven.

Dakota Community Church November 24, 2013 Who Shall Dwell on Your Holy Hill? Psalm 15 O Lord, who shall sojourn in your tent? Who shall dwell on your holy hill? 2 He who walks blamelessly and does what is right and speaks truth in his heart; 3 who does not slander with his tongue and does no ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-5

Denomination: Mennonite

How To Be Blessed- Part 2 - Be A Peacemaker Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Jan 14, 2013

A peacemaker is blessed because he obtains the reputation of being a child of God.

How to Be Blessed Part Two We are continuing out theme obtaining God’s blessing with our texts coming from various parts of the Bible. I truly believe that God desires to bless us and has provided us with a blueprint for receiving His great blessings, it is called the Bible. The Bible is a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:27-28

Denomination: Baptist

When God's Patience Runs Out Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 6, 2012

In this part of the story of Elijah, God sends him to tell Ahab that God's patience had run out with the king and his wife. God has great compassion and patience, but He is also just and His patience does run out.

Introduction: A. I like the story told about the teacher who was helping one of her kindergarten students put on his boots. 1. She pulled and he pushed, but the boots still didn’t want to go on. 2. When the second boot was finally on, she had worked up a sweat. 3. She almost whimpered when ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

“be Ready” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 16, 2012

Malachi speaks of the day when God will bring justice to the earth.

The prophet now addresses the few people in Israel who had remained faithful to God but who were lamenting the perceived lack of action on God’s part to bring appropriate judgment upon the rebellious among them. They had wrongly concluded that God was unwilling to judge sin. Malachi speaks of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Here Comes The Judge

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Feb 19, 2014

How does a text written 3400 years ago apply to us today?

Here Comes the Judge Deuteronomy 19:15-21 Introduction “It isn't fair!” How many times have we heard that, and not just from children? This world is full of lawsuits. Everyone is suing everyone else over all sorts of matters, some of which are quite trivial. Several years ago, a woman ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 19:15-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spiritual Posturing

Contributed by John Mccormack on Aug 14, 2013

THE REALITIES OF SPIRITUAL POSTURING.

SPIRITUAL POSTURING INTRODUCTION: THE PROPHET ISAIAH (THE LORD SAVES) WAS AMONG THE MOST PROLIFIC OF THE MAJOR PROPHETS. HE EXPERIENCED THE COLLAPSE OF THE NORTHERN KINGDOM ISRAEL, AND THE SOUTHERN KINGDOM, JUDAH. HE LIVED UNTIL ABOUT 681 B.C. THIS STUDY SPEAKS TO SPIRITUAL POSTURING. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Fear Of The Lord Part 1

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 19, 2013

We all have a big decision to make - whether to trust in Yahweh through His Son Jesus or not. The decision is important - vitally important. So what are the consequences? And what about true evil and those who are innocent victims. What happens to them?

This psalm is known as an imprecatory psalm. David wrote it as he cries out to God for justice. We need to remember that it isn’t just petty personal grudges that are moving David, but God’s hatred over injustice and sin. It also announces the results of rebellion against ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What God Wants Of You

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Sep 16, 2013

God does not want all of what you have; He wants all of YOU!

What God Wants of You September 15, 2013 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God does not want all of what you have; He wants all of YOU! Focus Passage: Micah 6:6-8 Introduction: I’ve often heard people say, “I just wish I knew what God ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

What God Did With His Precarious Situation

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Nov 15, 2017

This message addresses the difficulty of God maintaining His just nature while trying to save the humanity He loves.

God’s Precarious Situation: When it came to humanity’s sinfulness and God’s righteousness, God was in a difficult situation. - Romans 3:25b-26. - It’s a quandary. God is just but humanity is sinful. God loves humanity but is righteous. Some Paths To Pursue: 1. Option #1: Give humanity the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:25-26

Denomination: Baptist