Sermons on Good Is Evil:

Learning To See Good In Difficulties

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 14, 2003

Even though many disciples relished the privilege to preach in the name of Jesus, persecution caused many to quit. They thrived on the sense of power as they spoke with the enabling of the Holy Spirit, but disliked the opposition they encountered.

Taking the Pleasant With the Unpleasant (Acts 14:1-8) 1. Why do you think some people grow tired of their jobs? Every job has its so called good and bad points. Yet, some aspects of service are not always considered as important as less enjoyable aspects. Even though many disciples relished the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Life Principles From 7 Great Scriptures Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

A personal relationship with my very own Shepherd.

“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want” (v. 1). 1. My relationship is personal, “my shepherd.” 2. My relationship is continuous now. Not “was” or “shall be.” 3. Not (Elohim) Creator God, i.e., my strength nor (Adonai) Master, to be obeyed. But He is the great “I Am,” the covenant keeping ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God's Good Work In You Series

Contributed by Rick Bartosik on Aug 13, 2001

If you are a true Christian today it is because God began and is continuing a mighty work in your life. That work is absolutely guaranteed to turn out successfully, because it is God’s work not man’s. In this verse Paul tells us four things about the go

"God’s Good Work in You" Philippians 1:6 Pastor Rick Bartosik Mililani Community Church August 12, 2001 Open your Bible to Philippians chapter 1 verse 6: "Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." People talk ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Followers Make Good Soldiers Series

Contributed by Grady Henley on Nov 4, 2011

Followers Make Good Soldiers

Lesson 02 of the Follow Me Series. Followers Make Good Soldiers Grady Henley Key Verse: 1 Tim 3:14 These things write I unto thee, hoping to come unto thee shortly: 1 Tim 3:15 But if I tarry long, that thou mayest know how thou oughtest to behave thyself in the house of God, which is the church of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Be Good For Something Get Wisdom!

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 11, 2004

Many want to be good at something in their life but the greatest way to be good for something is to attain wisdom. Wisdom is defined by the Bible as that which is true and right combined with good judgment.

“Be Good for Something, Get Wisdom!” Thesis: Many want to be good at something in their life but the greatest way to be good for something is to attain wisdom. Wisdom is defined by the Bible as that which is true and right combined with good judgment. On the Lighter side: The Wisdom of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church: The Good, The Bad And The Ugly

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 23, 2003

The Lord Jesus Christ laid down his life for the church knowing completely that it would have the good, the bad and the ugly connected to it.

The Church: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly Thesis: The Lord Jesus Christ laid down his life for the church knowing completely that it would have the good, the bad and the ugly connected to it. Texts: Ephesians 5:25-27; Acts 2:42-47; 1 Cor. 1:10-17 Video Illustration: The end of the movie The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47, Galatians 5:25-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"A Good Cup Of Coffee"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on May 18, 2004

David and his wife could not sit down and have a decent conversation and a good cup of coffee together!

“A Good Cup of Coffee” Introduction: There are many reasons why I am very impressed with David in this text. 1. He could speak with the tongues of angels. David was a song writer and a writer of poems. I am sure that in this text David probably wrote a couple of Psalms as he made his way from ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:14-24

Denomination: Baptist

Clever Sharing Of The Good News

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 5, 2024

Looking at the story of the wasteful servant without trying to be too specific can be helpful to us today.

Friday of the 31st Week in Course 2024 Parables from Jesus struck the listeners as stories that might help them understand God’s kingdom. Often the real challenge is to look at the story as a whole, and ask what general lesson Jesus is trying to help us learn. The parable we just heard is one of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 122:1-5, Luke 16:1-8, Philippians 3:17-21

Denomination: Catholic

The Good Shepherd Part 1

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jun 6, 2007

The sheep need a shepherd

The Good Shepherd Series Psalm 23 (1 of 2) May 27, 2007 Chester FBC, Chester, IllinoisDr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction A The 23rd Psalm is most commonly read at funerals. (Understandable) 1 It’s understandable. a Offers comfort, healing, hope, promise, restoration, peace, righteousness, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by William Dority on Jan 26, 2004

This message is to show what makes Jesus the Good Shepherd.

“I Am The Good Shepherd” John 10:1-6, 11-18 Intro. Last week as we looked the first part of this double parable that Jesus spoke to those there in the crowd, we saw how that the shepherd was a common sight in that part of the world. So keep that in mind as we look at this claim that Jesus made ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18, John 10:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Three Traits Of A Good Soldier

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 30, 2011

“What makes a good soldier?” I believe that there are three common traits that every good soldier possesses which are necessary in our lives if we are to be good soldiers for the Lord – Fidelity, Focus, and the ability to Follow Orders.

Three Traits of a Good Soldier 2 Timothy 2:3-4 Introduction: As we think of soldiers past, who have sacrificed so valiantly, I want you to realize that if you are a Christian you too are a soldier, a soldier in the army of the Lord. Looking at our country’s soldiers past and present I ask ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Enemy's Good Are Kept In Peace

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 24, 2016

To show that the enemy has possessions and goods in our soul before the cross of calvary now GOD is the Triumph over all of them after the crucifixion.

I. EXORDIUM: What to do to resist the devil successfully? Submit to GOD, be subjected to His WORDS. James 4:7 (Amplified Bible) So be subject to God. Resist the devil [stand firm against him], and he will flee from you. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Reimagining God's Good News PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 15, 2024

This sermon encourages understanding and living God's promise of abundant, eternal life through knowing Him, participating actively in His Kingdom, and being ambassadors of His love.

Welcome, dear friends, to this gathering of hearts and souls, united in our shared love and reverence for our Lord and Savior. We are here today to delve into the Word, to seek guidance and wisdom, to find solace and strength. We are here today to connect with the Divine, to listen to His word, to ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10, 1 John 5:11

Topics: Life, Way

Living The Truly Good Life

Contributed by Brian Kluth on Feb 15, 2007

Ways to Rise Above the Pull of Materialism Highlights from 1 Timothy

1) A goal to strive for: Godliness with contentment 1 Tim 6:6,8 Godliness (=devoted to Christ living) with contentment (=satisfaction) is great gain… if we have food and clothing, we will be content with that. Luke 12:15 (Jesus said) "Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:1-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Limits Of Tolerance

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Sep 30, 2007

A Church Discipline sermon - (The Purpose of God’s Discipline is for our own good) - Don’t Tolerate Evil.

SERMON NOTES: “THE LIMITS OF TOLERANCE” Do not tolerate evil: 1. For T_heir_____ sake a. Handed over to Satan i. How long (Is it final)? ii. What happens next? iii. Who falls into this category? b. If we refuse to exercise discipline, we are refusing to exercise love. c. Enabling vs. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist