Sermons on Goodness:

Of Seed And Soils

Contributed by Gary Roth on Jul 15, 2002

God is the good gardner, working his people into good soil, fit to plant in the seed of his presence.

"Of Seed and Soils" Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 I would like to fancy myself a gardener, although I’ve only been at it about thirty years, and am humbled at the presence of some of you Master Gardeners in the congregation. I am also finding out that gardening in the south is a different kind of animal ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Watch Your Back!

Contributed by Donny Tatimu on Dec 30, 2002

Sometimes we emphasize about how important a "good start" is, but for me a "good end" is everything...

Watch Your Back! Deut 25:17-19 (KJV) 17 Remember what Amalek did unto thee by the way, when ye were come forth out of Egypt; 18 How he met thee by the way, and smote the hindmost of thee, even all that were feeble behind thee, when thou wast faint and weary; and he feared not God. 19 Therefore it ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 25:17-19, Galatians 3:3

Denomination: Charismatic

The Man From Uz

Contributed by Maurice Brown on Jul 14, 2001

Bad Things can happen to Good People, but God can work all things together for GOOD!

Introduction A. The Book of Job describes a tremendous crisis in the life of a great man of God 1. It is a book that helps answer the lifelong question - "Why do bad things sometimes happen to good people? 2. Sometimes unconfessed sin can lead to great ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:13-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finishing Strong Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on May 21, 2007

Good starts are good, but the important thing is to finish well, this is what we learn from the life of David

INTRODUCTION, Have you ever noticed in life that a good start isn’t always enough. Now there is nothing wrong with a good start mind you, but it is often not enough to get us to the finish line, or to the winners circle. And if you don’t believe me, ask the Atlanta Braves who won the first 2 games ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 1:1-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Origins #2: The Fall

Contributed by C Jordan on Nov 28, 2010

If God is good, and He created everything, and the original creation was very good, then why is there death and suffering in the world?

ORIGINS #2: THE FALL (November 2010 – Beausejour Church – Pastor Chris Jordan) → REVIEW: “In the beginning, God created the Heavens and the Earth.” (Genesis 1:1). • Last week we looked at the differences between creation and evolution, and talked about how it is more likely we are here by ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-10

Denomination: *other

The Gospel According To... Charlie Brown Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Dec 22, 2008

The Good News about the Good News is that it is redemption for losers like Charlie Brown as well as you and I.

The Gospel According To… Charlie Brown Luke 2:8-15 December 21, 2008 The Gospel According to… Charlie Brown. Charlie Brown cannot catch a break. He is the stereotypical American loser. Whenever he tries to kick the football that Lucy is holding, every time she pulls it away at the last second and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-15

Denomination: Church Of God

When We Preach The Gospel, We Proclaim Jesus Is God!

Contributed by Efren V. Narido on Apr 14, 2007

If we are preachers of the gospel, we will emphasize the Goodness of the Savior more than the good things that will happen to the saved.

"’Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters; and you who have no money, come, buy and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without cost. Why spend money on what is not bread, and your labor on what does not satisfy? Listen, listen to me, and eat what is good, and your soul will ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

From The Inside Out Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 23, 2019

You might be a “modern day Pharisee” if you work harder at looking good than being good

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-28

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People – Why Do Christians Suffer?

Contributed by David Leach on May 31, 2014

Who is good? You and I may have an opinion as to who is - God says only He is good

Who is good? You and I may have an opinion as to who is - God says only He is good: Matt 19:17 (Jesus) ...No one is good but One, that is, God...(and those He rules in) Matt 7:18 (Jesus) A good tree (God) cannot bear bad fruit...(He can’t do bad things) 1 Jo 1:5 ...God is light and in Him ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Want To Go Home Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jul 3, 2014

Have you ever said, "It's good to be home?" Why? What's so good about home?

“Soul Talk: I Want to Go Home” Ps. 84 In New York in the spring of 1927, Lillian Alling, a young servant, became very homesick and decided to return to her family in Russia. Because she had saved only $100 and would not accept lifts from strangers she would have to walk the 12,000 ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Children And Employees Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 23, 2017

The principles that make a good employee or good offspring are the same. Be sincere, and work like God is your boss.

Colossians 3:20 Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord . . . 22 Slaves, obey your earthly masters in everything; and do it, not only when their eye is on you and to curry their favor, but with sincerity of heart and reverence for the Lord. 23 Whatever you do, work at ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:20-25

Denomination: *other

Part 3: The Power Of The Gospel And The Wrath Of God (Romans 1:16-25) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Jan 23, 2022

The good news of the gospel is only good because of the bad news of our condition apart from God.

Most of you guys know I cut my hand a few months ago. I was using a kitchen knife in a way that a kitchen knife wasn't designed to be used, and I nicked the base of my pinky. I went to Urgent Care, thinking I would just need a couple of stitches to stop the bleeding, and then I would be on my ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Dec 18, 2022

Christmas is a season mixed with good and evil. Let’s learn about the good from Luke 2.

Christmas is a season mixed with good and evil. Let’s learn about the good from Luke 2. A Decree “And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. This census first took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. So all went to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Terrible, No Good, Very Bad Day Pt.2 Series

Contributed by Sheldon Boyd on Nov 30, 2004

This is part seven in a nine part sermon series. This message is part two of the message A Terrible No Good, Very Bad Day .

MOSES: FROM DOUBT TO DELIVERANCE A TERRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY Pt.2 Sunday October 27, 2002 Scripture Reference: Exodus 5 & 6 various verses Intro. A. Last week we began learning about Moses’ terrible, no good, very bad day. I want to take just a few minutes to review what we learned ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Why Do Bad Things Happen To Good People? Series

Contributed by W F on Aug 13, 2006

One question I’ve wanted to ask God is, "why do bad things happen to good people?"

INTRODUCTION There is no question that evil exists and that it is rampant. And yet Christians would say that God is good, and all-powerful. So why doesn’t God do something about it? Why do bad things happen to good people? It’s a question many people ask God. Why do bad things happen to good ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 3:1-8

Denomination: *other