Sermons on Good People:

Who Really Killed Jesus?

Contributed by Jay Robison on Mar 31, 2004

Today, many people go to great extents to avoid responsibility for their actions. When Jesus was crucified, a great injustice was done. Who Really Killed Jesus? This sermon looks at a list of likely suspects and shows how we have much in common with them.

Note: I preach from an expanded outline not a manuscript. Also, there is an outline for the congregation to follow along at the end of the sermon. Also I have a bibliography there. WHO REALLY KILLED JESUS? March 28, 2004 Jay Robison Matthew 27:20-26 Have you noticed amazing lengths we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:20-26, John 19:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Commission Of The Church

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 27, 2017

The great commission of the church is to spread the Word of God to reach people with the Good News of Christ.

Prayer- Introduction- We began last week looking at the church of God. I say the church of God because there are churches not asking God for help or following God directions for the church and if you look close at that church, you’ll see that they do not have the anointing and power of God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Hearing The Good News

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 18, 2013

The message of hope. Christ message is good news to those that are looking for a savior and respond to Christ.

Hearing the Good News of God Luke 2:8-10 John 1:29-34 Introduction- Like Harold and Lorraine read for us this morning, today, we begin the Advent season. They are the four Sundays leading up to Christmas. It is marked by lighting the Advent candles that symbolizes hope, peace, joy, love of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-10

Denomination: Nazarene

"The Good Life"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Apr 21, 2010

I think it’s safe to say that we are all searching for the "good life." Sadly it is very illusive. it may sound a bit too simple, but the answer is love God, other persons and follow Christ.

Acts 9:36-43 “The Good Life” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN Urgently, incessantly Jesus drew people to God. “Seek first the kingdom and righteousness of God,” He said. For this we were made. Nothing else satisfies the longing of our ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:36-43

Denomination: United Methodist

It Is Good For Us To Be Here

Contributed by Don Schultz on Jan 24, 2013

We need a place to go, where Jesus strengthens our faith - that place is his Word.

Luke 9:28-36 The Transfiguration "It is good for us to be here." 28 About eight days after Jesus said this, he took Peter, John and James with him and went up onto a mountain to pray. 29 As he was praying, the appearance of his face changed, and his clothes became as bright as a flash of lightning. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Healthy People Have Problems But Healthy People Deal With Them

Contributed by David Heasler on Mar 8, 2004

Dealing with Problems in Relationships Scripturally

Healthy People Have Problems But ... Matthew 18:15-17 Healthy people have ... friends Friends ... have problems The test of a true friend is ... what he does when the problems come. When ... your friend does something wrong What do you do? Matt 18:15 A true friend ... goes ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Grace: Setting Things Straight

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 27, 2006

People are not basically good

As we Conclude our series Why do good people do bad things we see Jesus correcting a common misunderstanding: people are basically good. Jesus tells us: No One is Good but God. He turns our expectation on its head. If no one is good What’s the point? This morning we will see that, usually, we all ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Stubborn People (Deuteronomy 9)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 27, 2024

Are we just as stubborn as ancient Israel? Let's explore Deuteronomy 9.

Is it good for us to be reminded of our sins? Is it easy to become self-righteous? Is there a law that gives us freedom from sin? Let’s look at Deuteronomy 9. What was about to happen to the people of Israel? Hear, O Israel: You are to cross over the Jordan today, and go in to dispossess nations ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Fruit Of The Spirit- Goodness Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Mar 31, 2006

There is more to goodness than meets the eye.

INTRODUCTION SLIDE #1 THIS IS A CLIP IN POWERPOINT • SLIDE #2 • What do you think of when you think of goodness? • I would imagine that each one of us would have a different idea as to what it is. • Today, I want us to examine the fruit of goodness. • Whenever the subject of being good comes ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Good Word For The Diligent Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 9, 2012

The words diligence and industry do not carry as positive a connotation in our society as they once did. But the Bible exalts those that work over the "leisure-holics," and those who work with diligence over those who work with negligence.

PROVERBS 10: 1-5 A GOOD WORD FOR THE DILIGENT [Proverbs 6:6-11] The subscription stated as "The Proverbs of Solomon" informs us that we have come to a new portion of the book. The first nine chapters have set forth beautifully in what has been mainly connected discourse concerning the nature ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Something Good Came Out Of Nazareth

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on May 6, 2001

NAZARETH WAS A TOWN WITH A LESS THAN HONERABLE REPUTATION. GOD BROUGHT SOMETHING GOOD OUT OF NAZARETH. THERE ARE A LOT OF "NAZARETH" PEOPLE IN THE WORLD. GOD CAN BRING SOMETHING GOOD FROM THEIR LIFE.

SOMETHING GOOD CAME OUT OF NAZARETH JOHN 1:35-46 (46) I. THE BEGINNING A. John Chapter 1 gives us the beginning of Jesus’ ministry and calling of the disciples B. As He called various ones they followed Him without question C. Nathanael’s response is different from the others D. It is not one ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-46, John 1:46

Denomination: Church Of God

Why People Follow Jesus

Contributed by George Rennau on Jul 1, 2005

Why are you a follower of JESUS? Is it because of His claims and promises. Is it because of His signs and wonders. Or is it because He is the only source to fill the need of your life.

Title: Why People Follow Jesus Text: John 6:35, 47-54, 60-69 Introduction: 1. Some because they like what he said Luke 6:20-23 "Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God. Blessed are you who hunger now, for you will be satisfied. Blessed are you who weep now, for you will ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35-69

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How God’s Working Enables Good Works Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Jul 25, 2010

God graciously works obedience into the lives of his people.

Scripture Introduction Christians have disagreed and debated, since the earliest days of the church, God’s role versus the believer’s role in growth in godliness. Some Bible verses, considered by themselves, seem to support popular phrases like, “Let go and let God,” or “I can’t; God can.” Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Good Versus Evil

Contributed by Craig Condon on Dec 16, 2015

We want to make real changes in our lives, but many of us are looking for a magic pill to solve all of our problems. We have to open ourselves to the wonderful and unpredictable Spirit that is flowing so freely and so full of life all around us.

The first seven chapters of the Book of Romans have focused on the power of sin in our lives, and they have set the stage for chapter 8 by discussing Paul’s ideas about sin. Our reading today from Romans 8:1-11 is an entrance into friendly territory. It talks about the Holy Spirit, which was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-11

Denomination: Anglican

Right Relationships, Right People Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Dec 15, 2008

Having the right relationships with the right people is critical to our spiritual growth. Barnabas stood by Saul when no one else did, Peter put out those who did not have faith.

Right People, Right Relationships December 14, 2008 How having the right relationships with the right people is critical in our spiritual growth. What do you want for Christmas? More than anything, we should want more of God in our lives. More faith, more Jesus, More Holy Spirit, more love and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:26-40

Denomination: Pentecostal