Sermons on Gods Goodness:

All Good Comes From God Series

Contributed by Daniel Teberian on Mar 6, 2023

Where do all good things come from? From where does righteousness originate? To whom may we attribute acts of love, mercy, and grace? In James 1:16-17, we learn where all good things come from: God.

Do not be deceived, my beloved brothers. Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change. [James 1:16-17, ESV] One of the most fascinating things that I have read in my most recent study of the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:16-17, John 8:12

How God Uses Evil For Good Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 15, 2023

Three progressive features show "How God uses Evil for Good", describing: 1) Persecution (Act 8:1–3), which stems from 2) Preaching (Acts 8:4-7), which results in 3) Productivity (Acts 8:8).

Acts 8:1-8. [8:1] And Saul approved of his execution. And there arose on that day a great persecution against the church in Jerusalem, and they were all scattered throughout the regions of Judea and Samaria, except the apostles. [2] Devout men buried Stephen and made great lamentation over him. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:1-8

Denomination: Other

Take A Good Look At The Love Of God Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 24, 2023

Behold the Father's love... 1. Because it helps us appreciate His affection (1a). 2. Because it helps us understand the world's rejection (vs. 1b). 3. Because it helps give us comfort in hard times (vs. 2a). 4. Because it promises our future perfection (vs. 2b).

Take a Good Look at the Love of God 1 John 3:1-2 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The First Epistle of John (Prepared December 24, 2023) BACKGROUND: *Before we begin our study today, let me remind you that the Apostle John was a very old man by the time he wrote this letter. Bible scholars ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

God Given Opportunity To Do Good

Contributed by Amar Chandnani on Aug 25, 2025

The purest form of goodness is expecting nothing in return. Because there is no hidden motive. When Christ Died for Us, He gave up His very life. Expecting nothing in return from us. He did it out of love!

Galatians 6:9-10 Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers. Let’s step back in time to the days of the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What's So Good About The Good News?

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on May 6, 2009

The grace that saves is the grace that works through our relationship with ourselves, with others and with God.

When we hear the Gospel or the Good News, what comes to our mind? Do we think of a heavenly real estate deal that after signing up we are now assured of a place in heaven? Do we think of a divine fire insurance that after putting our name on the dotted line we can now heave a deep sigh of relief ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Peace Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 10, 2023

This sermon explores the enduring peace found in Christ, which transcends understanding and remains steadfast in all life's circumstances.

Welcome, beloved friends, to this gathering of hearts and minds, united in the pursuit of understanding and living out God's Word. We come together today, not as strangers on separate paths, but as fellow travelers on the road of faith, bound by a shared love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. Today, we ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7, Colossians 3:15, John 14:27

Topics: Living In Peace, Through Good And Bad Times

Good News And Good Deeds Make Good Sense Series

Contributed by Dr. George Calhoun on Oct 20, 2008

Jesus modeled and taught an evangelistic strategy of combining the Great Commandment with the Great Commission.

In his book, Building a Contagious Church, Mark Mittleberg asks us to join him in downtown Grand Rapids, Michigan. As you walk up to the large arena, you see a mass of young people in line for a concert. The headline act is shock-rockeer Marilyn Manson (named after Marilyn Monroe and mass ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Good News

Contributed by Don Baggett on Dec 21, 2007

For thousands of years, God had been showing man-kind that he needed a Savior. The provided animal skins in the Garden of Eden was a lesson concerning that very truth. It is reasonable to believe that Adam and Eve, who had never seen death, witnessed th

Do you like to get presents? Most people do. One little boy wanted a watch for Christmas. He kept on talking about it, until his dad finally told him he didn’t want to hear anymore about it. It was their custom for each member of their family to take turns, each night at the supper quoting a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Good, Better, Or Best

Contributed by Carlton Coon on Dec 27, 2000

Have you chosen God’s good, God’s better, or God’s best?

Good, Better, Best I. I recently read a book on leadership. One chapter dealt with decision making. The writer pointed out the importance of looking at as many choices as possible. One can face a decision and consider one option, that option may be a good choice; but if it is the only choice ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-4, Acts 10:44-48

Denomination: Pentecostal

Good Results From Bad Circumstances

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Nov 5, 2006

Not everything that happens to us is always good, but if we love God and are obedient to His purpose for our lives, eventually He works out everything in our lives for His glory and for our good.

GOOD RESULTS FROM BAD CIRCUMSTANCES --Romans 8:28-30 During my quiet time a few days ago God revealed to me that I had never preached on Romans 8:28, my favorite verse of Scripture: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-30

Denomination: Methodist

Good News About Bad News

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Dec 18, 2003

God’s Good News is greater than and transforms the world’s bad news.

The Good News About Bad News John 1:1-5 Skit… Have you heard the news? Charlie is in a cast. That is bad news! No that is good news! At first they thought he broke both legs but it was just one. That is good news! No that is bad news! Now he can’t work. That is bad news! No that is good news! The ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Promises From The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 28, 2002

Blessed Promises From the Good Shepherd - Psa 23:1-6

Blessed Promises from the Good Shepherd - Psa 23 Quote: HUDSON TAYLOR(founder of China Inland Mission) used to hang in his home a plaque with two Hebrew Words on it: EBENEZER & JEHOVAH JIREH They mean ‘Hitherto hath the Lord helped us’ and ‘The Lord will see to it or provide’ One looked back ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

All Things Work Together For Good

Contributed by Glenn Hamel on Nov 13, 2004

This message is about accepting the bad things in life and looking for what God wants us to learn. We will benifit in the end if we keep our eyes upon Jesus.

All Things Work Together for Good Romans 8:28 28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. NIV I. Remark on this statement this verse A. All things 1. Ofcourse we all know that the good things that happen come form ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Do Good People Suffer? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Apr 10, 2003

Why do bad things happen to good people? Suffering gets our attention and reminds us that we cannot make it without God.

Why Do Good People Suffer? Luke 13:1-9 by David O. Dykes INTRODUCTION Today, I want to speak to you on “Why Do Good People Suffer?” I’ve preached on suffering before. In fact, one lady wrote me a note reading, “Pastor, I never knew what suffering was until I heard you preach. Now I know.” Some ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

It Seemed Like A Good Idea At The Time Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 27, 2003

Like Sarai we often come up with plans to help God out which unfortunately usually end in disaster.

Genesis 16 April 27, 2003 It was one of those rare moments in a thirteen-year-Olds life. For once I was thinking of someone other than myself. My parents were both working and I decided that I would be considerate and make supper for them. I got the meat going in the oven without too much ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:1-16

Denomination: Baptist