Sermons on Gods Perspective:

Understanding Adversity

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 7, 2011

This message discusses principles that help us keep problems in perspective.

Understanding Adversity Proverbs 24:10-12 Adversity: Tightness, affliction, tribulation or trouble Adversity can be our greatest motivation for growth, or our deadliest means of discouragement. The difference depends on our understanding of God’s purposes. It is inevitable that each of us ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Praise The Lord

Contributed by Paul Etterling on Apr 8, 2002

This sermon explores the depth of praise from the perspective of Psalm 111.

I. The Origin of Our Praise (v. 1) A. Praise originates from our heart "The widest thing in the universe is not space; it is the potential capacity of the human heart. Being made in the image of God, it is capable of almost unlimited extension in all directions." A.W. Tozer 1. “Praise the Lord” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 111:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Life Is Like A Box Of Chocolates Series

Contributed by Tim Richards on Sep 3, 2005

The 3rd sermon in a series on gaining an eternal perspective on life.

Introduction: 1. A few years ago one of the biggest movies of the year was "Forest Gump." Actor Tom Hanks played the role of a handicapped man whose mother believed in him to the extent that he was willing to try anything. He would often quote one of his mother’s favorite lines. "My mother says ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

On Divorce

Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 8, 2007

This was used in a sunday school class. A basic Biblical perspective on divorce.

On Divorce Sunday School Lesson November 10, 2002 Malachi 2:13-16 (2:13) Another thing you do: You flood the LORD’s altar with tears. You weep and wail because he no longer pays attention to your offerings or accepts them with pleasure from your hands. (2:14) You ask, "Why?" It is because the ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 2:13-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

John's Portrait Of Christ

Contributed by Ed Wood on Feb 21, 2003

A message about the coming Messiah from John’s perspective.

JOHN’S PORTRAIT OF CHRIST Luke 1:14-66; John 1:1-29 INTRO: ILLUS: One of the most impressive things about the Mormon tabernacle is its wonderful acoustics. It’s reported that a pin dropped in the front can be heard in the back, without amplification. The 400 years between the O.T. and the N.T. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:14-66, John 1:1-29

Denomination: Baptist

If Anyone Wold Come After Me

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 28, 2009

A different perspective of what it means to take up your cross.

March 29, 2009 Morning Worship Text: Luke 9:23 Subject: The Cross Title: If Anyone Would Come After Me For the last four weeks some of you have been attending the community Lenten services at the various churches. I think it is kind of funny that some of our churches that participate in those ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Experiments In Forgiving Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 20, 2009

1) The Principle of Mosaic Law. 2) The Perspective of Divine Truth.

Fallout is continuing over a gaff from Health Canada this week in sending body Bags to a remote Manitoba First nations community. Although an apology was made by Federal Health Minister Leona Aglukkaq, Garden Hill Chief David Harper did not accept it. When we look at the history of relations ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Other

Neglecting Family Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical perspective on this issue and its consequences.

As believers, we are called to reflect God's love and care in our relationships, especially within our families. However, when a man neglects and ignores the needs of his wife and children, it is a serious offense against God's design for the family. In this sermon, we will explore the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:8

A Journey Of Unshakeable Love

Contributed by Michael Bates on Dec 31, 2023

The perspective of what true love is in a marriage between a husband and wife.

Here we are in the Book of Song of Solomon or the Song of Songs (as found in other Bible translations.) Now since the entire book contains one main theme (which is love). Today, we will just quickly skim through the entire book. A fast journey through the Book of Love, as to say. Allow me to give ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:15, 1 Corinthians 7:5, Song of Songs 2:3, Song of Songs 4:9, Song of Songs 4:16, Song of Songs 6:3, Song of Songs 8:6, Song of Songs 5:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faces In The Crowd Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 20, 2006

A three weeks series looking at the cross from different perspectives.

A Journey to the Cross through the Eyes of Jesus Sunday AM Faces in the Crowd Mat. 21:1-17 Introduction Video Clip This morning, I want to take you on a journey… but this is no ordinary journey. I want us to take a long walk with Jesus. Yet instead of seeing things from our perspective, I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Lepers Changed Their Spots

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 12, 2018

A first person lesson on gratitude from the perspective of a former leper.

I want to tell you about my encounter with Yeshua (you call him Jesus) I will never be the same after meeting him, although I do have some regrets. You see, I was a leper in Israel, one of a small group of ten. Being a leper is a hard life. If you have unusual spots on your body you must go to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:17-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Invest In What Matters Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 30, 2021

Help to set our perspective on what truly matters in life

Intro – Bucket lists. Do you have one? The term was made popular by a 2007 movie with Morgan Freeman and Jack Nicholson. Their 2 characters meet in the hospital where they’re both being treated for terminal cancer. One of them is working on a list of things he wants to accomplish in his life ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24, Ephesians 5:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Peter

Contributed by Dan Cale on Dec 15, 2003

This is a first person Easter message from the perspective of the Apostle Peter.

I Peter 2 Peter 3:10-12 My given name is Simon son of John but you will know me as Peter. Many of you will know me from my reputation as one of the Twelve disciples of Jesus. I would like very much this Easter morning to share with you about my experiences with our Lord. I’ll never forget the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-12

Denomination: *other

"What Did Jesus Say About Motherhood?" Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 9, 2014

This sermon looks at motherhood from the perspective of the story of Mary & Martha.

“WHAT DID JESUS SAY ABOUT MOTHERHOOD?” Lk. 10:38-42 INTRO – There’s a war going on against women in our world today. Not using this terminology the way the liberals in America use it, when they suggest that the war against women is when we as Christians stand against ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

A View From The Cross Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 20, 2006

A three weeks series looking at the cross cross different perspectives.

A View from the Cross Intro: What did Jesus see as He hung there between heaven and earth? There amidst the throng of people, I think He saw His accusers and His abusers – He saw the faithful and the fearful – He saw the hopeful and the hopeless – He saw you and me. Trans: Jesus saw many faces, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:56-75

Denomination: Baptist