Sermons on Goodness:

The Good Samaritan

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus told this parable in answer to a lawyer on how eternal life could be gained - perfect obedience to the law of love - and when obtained how it is demonstrated.

Jesus once told a story - the Good Samaritan - which has been a favourite ever since. It’s a charming, human-interest story, but at the same time it carries a sharp message. All of us are guilty of committing many types of sin. There are sins of omission - things we don’t do which we should, and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37, Luke 10:10-37

Denomination: Baptist

He Is Good

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Nov 16, 2000

A Thanksgiving sermon on the theme of God

The pastor’s points Cedar Lodge Baptist Church Dr. Russell Brownworth, Pastor He Is Good Psalms 136.1 November 19, 2000 O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever. Thanksgiving is nigh! For many it will mean a day of family gatherings, turkey, dressing, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 136:1

Denomination: United Methodist

The Good News

Contributed by Brian Chavarria on Nov 16, 2000

The Good News

The Good News Introduction We know that after the fall of Adam all men became sinners, law breakers and were under the righteous judgment of God. Yet God's plan was not destroyed at this point. God still wanted to be a good Father to us. But now it was necessary for us to be saved from the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4-9

God Is Good

Contributed by Kent Hawkins on Jan 23, 2001

God works for good for those who love Him.

GOD IS GOOD We get excited about silly things. A group of multi-million dollar athletes, who don’t know us and could care less about our loyal adoration, win a game and we go crazy. Joe Schmoe invites us to a party where people stand around screaming because the music is ear-piercing and we’re ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Is It Good, Or Is It Bad?

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 28, 2001

Here is the promise: "All things, both good & bad things, can work together for good to those who love God..." The question is, "How?"

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A. Have you ever had anything good happen to you, & then, perhaps years later, as you looked back on the event, realized that what seemed so good at the time had bad results? Or have you ever had anything ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-14, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Good Grief

Contributed by T Batterson on Jun 13, 2005

When the tragedies of life overwhelm us, the word of God teaches us steps to cope.

GOOD GRIEF! By T. M. Batterson (Isaiah 60:20) “Thy sun shall no more go down; neither shall thy moon withdraw itself: for the LORD shall be thine everlasting light, and the days of thy mourning shall be ended.” I’ve seen people who have experienced grief that left their lives permanently ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It Is Good To Be Here

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 20, 2005

An unusual interpretation of the transfiguration of Jesus that show the disciples as being "transfigured" as well.

It Is Good To Be Here – Mt 17: 1 - 9 Intro: Have you ever been to a concert or a performance that was so exceptional that you didn’t want to leave. – Mountaintop experiences. This story is in 3 gospels (Mt, Mk & Lk) I. Verses 2 Don’t know about you, but I think I would have been scared to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Jun 29, 2005

What a shepherd we have in Jesus! He is a personal shepherd, a providing shepherd, a protecting shepherd and a preparing shepherd.

THE GOOD SHEPHERD Psalm 23: 1-6 I. A PERSONAL SHEPHERD v.1 A. “The Lord” B. “my shepherd” C. “I shall not want” II. A PROVIDING SHEPHERD v. 2 A. “green pastures” is a picture of abundance B. “still waters” is a picture of calmness, serenity, peacefulness III. A PROTECTING SHEPHERD v. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Good Friday

Contributed by Craig Smee on Jul 6, 2005

A good friday sermon

Did you sleep well? Have a good nights rest? Jesus didn’t – he had not been to sleep! Good Friday: a day of How do you live like he’s risen when you feel dead yourself? How do you dance for Joy when you’re knocked down to the floor? How do you celebrate Easter when you’re living Good ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:17-75

Denomination: Christian Church

Forgive For Good Series

Contributed by Rick Duncan on Jul 9, 2005

Is there anyone you wouldn’t want to run into in a long, narrow hallway?

Lots of times, I share a personal story to start the message each week. But not today. Why not? I’m talking about the hurts of life that come from other people. And like everyone, I’ve been hurt. But my hurts don’t compare with a lot of yours. I know so many of your stories. Deep hurt. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Carl Willis on Jul 13, 2005

Jesus is the Good Shepherd

The Good Shepherd John 10:1-16 May 01, 2005 Luke 10:1-5 (NLT) “I assure you, anyone who sneaks over the wall of a sheepfold, rather than going through the gate, must surely be a thief and a robber! For a shepherd enters through the gate. The gatekeeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep hear ...read more

Scripture: John 10:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Goodness Of God

Contributed by Juan Lane on Jul 16, 2005

When we use the phrase "God is good" are we misinterpreting the Word

The Goodness of God Subtitle: Are we misinterpreting the word? Scripture Reference: Mark 10:17-22 / Mark10:18 (KJV) Mark 10: 17-22 17 And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life? ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

If It Feels Good... Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Aug 2, 2005

Let’s face it, following feelings instead of biblically informed faith fractures fellowship and destroys discipline. The Corinthian catastrophy has only one cure: Christ.

You heard about the scientists who stopped using laboratory rats for certain experiments and began using preachers, didn’t you? The reason, they said, is because there are some things that even a rat won’t do. People do the most unbelievable things! I read a strange article in a news magazine: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Good Thing

Contributed by Dr.johnny Ray Noble on Aug 5, 2005

Sermon written for a choir annual day.

“A Good Thing” Psalms 92:1 In this 19th book of the Bible, admits its 150 chapters, 2,461 verses, 43,743 words, we find the three words that formulate the subject of this message, “A good thing.” Now the book of Psalms is broken up into divisions or subcategories, and book four where Psalms 92 is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:1

Denomination: Baptist

A Good Man

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Oct 25, 2005

In this sermon you will study the life of Barnabus. Barnabus is described as a good man. This sermon will cause people to rethink their definition of "goodness."

Have you ever known anyone you would describe as “a good person?” A person is described as “good” based upon varying criteria. For some it means a person of integrity. For some it means a person who treats their neighbors kindly. For some it refers to a person of upstanding moral character. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:22-24

Denomination: Baptist