Sermons on Goodness Follows Us:

Noble Purposes Part 2

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 23, 2013

To enumerate the things done for us by GOD.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you for noble purposes? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate the things done for us by GOD. IV. TEXT: 2 Timothy 2:21 (Amplified Bible) So whoever cleanses himself [from what is ignoble and unclean, who separates himself from contact with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Kindness And Goodness Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 10, 2007

The Holy Spirit produces kindness and goodness in us. Does our culture value these?

Kindness and Goodness: Fruits of the Spirit Gal 5:16-26 November 21, 2004 Intro: Putting something to music is a great way to learn, and so it probably comes as no surprise that the list of fruits of the Spirit, which we read about in Gal 5, have been put to music so that people can learn ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

Is Good, Good Enough?

Contributed by Wayne Du Toit on Dec 3, 2015

When is being good not good enough? How would you define being Good? (Not being as bad as the person next to you?)

Listen: http://www.wayneamydutoit.com/Wayne/is-good-good-enough/ {Desire – to change, motivating factors / consequences / benefits} I have heard people say that that are “good” people. That if there is a God and He is a God of love that He would not throw them into hell, because ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Good And Beautiful God: God Is Good Series

Contributed by Scott Walker on Jun 3, 2011

The world's narrative about God is that God is an "Angry God" seeking to destroy us if we get out of line. But Jesus tells us that God is good and just. When we see the final picture, we will be amazed at how good and just God is.

“The Good & Beautiful God: God Is Good” John 9:1-6 January 23rd, 2011 "Neither this man nor his parents sinned," said Jesus, "but this happened so that the work of God might be displayed in his life.  As long as it is day, we must do the work of him who sent me. Night is coming, when ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-6

Denomination: Nazarene

The Good Samaritan Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on May 20, 2008

What does the story of the good Samraitan teach us and how should we respond to it

Tell Me a Story The Good Samaritan I want you to imagine for a moment, that you are single woman, living in the city. By day you work as a check out girl at a local grocery store and to try and make ends meet you are also working at an all night diner waitressing during the night shift. Life is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pursuing The Call Part 8 How The Good-News Affects Christ-Followers Series

Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Oct 26, 2019

When Paul came to Ephesus in Acts 19, the city was locked in a stronghold of pagan superstition. But within two years of ministry in Ephesus, Satan’s stronghold was crumbling.

ACTS Pursuing The Call – Part 7 Dr. Tom Bartlett August 11, 2019 Acts 19:21-41 OUTLINE How the Good-News affects Christ-followers Acts 19:21-41 (ESV) THE GOSPEL HAS A PROFOUND AFFECT ON . . . How we think about money Now after these events Paul resolved in the Spirit to pass through Macedonia ...read more

Denomination: Other

Absolutes Give Us Confidence Series

Contributed by Tim White on Apr 4, 2013

Jesus wanted His followers to have absolute confidence in the absolute truths He taught.

The absolutes of religion concerning the after-life are: Absolutely no after-life > You absolutely cannot know about the after-life because no one has ever reported back >There is absolutely an afterlife, but you cannot know absolutely which way you are going until you get there >There is ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

He Is Not Like Us.

Contributed by Trae Durden on Apr 14, 2005

God is not like us, He made us in His image, but we have left His goodness and tried to find our own way.

WE ARE LIKE HIM, BUT HE IS NOT LIKE US! “These things you have done, and I kept silent; you thought I was altogether like you; but I will reprove you, and set them in order before your eyes.” Psalm 50:21 Introduction: God created man in His image. We are His image bearers. We are like ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 50:21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Following Jesus: Not Safe But Saved

Contributed by Dj Thomsen on Feb 3, 2022

Jesus calls us to be fishers of men, to follow him. He doesn't call us to lives of safety, but of salvation.

This story that we have in the gospel reading for today is one that makes me smile because I feel like I know exactly what Simon is thinking here in this moment. I have had days like this fishing. Days where I’ve been out for hours and hours and there’s just nothing. And we tried everything, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Goodness Of God Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 11, 2012

God's goodness is a favour. It draws us to Him. Rest and rely on His goodness.

Our knowledge of God affects our relationship with God and the way we live. • And it is affected by: (1) HOW YOU SEE GOD (2) HOW YOU THINK GOD SEES YOU To really know Him, then we need to look at what God has revealed. • The Bible mentioned 3 ways God reveals Himself – through ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:10-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Following The Steps Of The Savior

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 1, 2014

We can still follow the steps of Jesus. God's Word shows us how. 1. We must repent (vs. 17). 2. We must respond to God's call (vs. 18-19a). 3. We must be re-created (vs. 19b). 4. We must rely on God for the catch (vs. 19c-22).

Following the Steps of the Savior Matthew 4:17-22 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Feb. 13, 2013 *Over the years, I have known maybe 15 or 20 people who got to visit the Holy Land. They all said what a blessing it was to walk in the footsteps of Jesus. *Most of us can only ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Fan Or Follower - The Specifics Of Following - Part 2 Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jan 23, 2011

What does it look like to follow? What do we do?

The Specifics of Following - Part 2 Mark 2:13-3:6; Matthew 7:21-23 Pharisees say following is about following the rules Following the rules leads to pride Following the rules leads to death Jesus says following is about following in Relationship Following in Relationship leads to ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overwhelming Good

Contributed by Mark Jones on Aug 28, 2011

EOLS: The greatest weapon the Lord gives us against overwhelming evil is the passion and conviction for overwhelming good.

Overcoming Good Rom 12:9-21 (9) Let love be genuine. Abhor what is evil; hold fast to what is good. (10) Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor. (11) Do not be slothful in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord. (12) Rejoice in hope, be patient in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Methodist

Fan Or Follower - The Specifics Of Following - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Jan 17, 2011

Now that we have seen the differences between a fan and follower and see that Christ calls people to be followers, what are some of the specifics of becoming a follower of Christ? Today we want to ask, who actually can become his follower and is there an

The Specifics of Following – Part 1 Who can follow? Anyone What is the Cost? Nothing And Everything Intro Transition slide in Easy worship Good morning. I know everyone is excited for the Bears to beat the Seahawks today. Well everyone except Billy (and a couple other Washington natives). ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:34-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Great Step-In Father PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 24, 2023

Highlight the powerful impact of a father's love and guidance, as exemplified by Mordecai's relationship with Esther, and to encourage us to follow his example in our own lives.

Good morning, church family! Today, we are going to dive into the story of Esther. Our story today focuses on the unique bond between Mordecai and his cousin, Esther, whom he raised as his own daughter. As Billy Graham once said, "A good father is one of the most unsung, unpraised, unnoticed, and ...read more

Scripture: Esther 2:5-7

Topics: Decisions, Good Dad