Sermons on Goodness:

Christianity Looks Good On You

Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Dec 30, 2018

Christianity looks good on you. Dress it up!

Christians can either make or break the face of Christianity in the outside world. In our generation, we may not agree with it, but the world looks at Christianity as a brand of religion; like a brand of clothing, or shoes, or any material with “covered with spiritual icing.” The world has been ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:5-6

Denomination: Foursquare

I Have Good News

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Dec 17, 2001

This sermon deal with the Good News of the plan of salvation.

Scripture: Romans 1:16 Title: “I Have Good News!” Introduction: It has been said by scholars that the book of Romans is the PRINCIPLE part of the New Testament. Throughout the centuries this Epistle has been able to furnish the impulse for SPIRITUAL RENEWAL. When the CHURCH has drifted away from ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Good Days And Bad Days

Contributed by Michael Hayes on Nov 25, 2000

A PROBLEM OF HAVING GOOD DAYS AND BAD DAYS.

1.BEGIN THE DAY OFF RIGHT 2.SPEND THE DAY RIGHT 3.END THE DAY RIGHT ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-17

Denomination: *other

Good News, Great Joy! Series

Contributed by Steven Buhr on Jan 15, 2010

I’d like to see a newspaper or news program that was all about ‘good news’…the great things that happen each and every day all over the world

Good News – Great Joy! Dec. 13, 2009 Are there any ‘news junkies’ out there today? News junkies are people who like to know what, where, why, when and how about all the things going on in the world around us, and indeed around the world. How many of us read the newspaper ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Disciple 102 - Good Shepherd

Contributed by John Ong on Jun 23, 2015

What does it take to become a good shepherd? Is it a big responsibility? Is everyone called to become a leader? Is everyone skilled to lead?

What does it take to become a good shepherd? Is it a big responsibility? Is everyone called to become a leader? Is everyone skilled to lead? Here will discuss the characteristics of a good shepherd. To start off, let’s check out this verse from the book of John… John 10:11-16 I am the ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good Friday Meditation 2014 Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 11, 2017

Four Episodes from John's account of the Passion, including four sonnets by Malcolm Guite - Jesus is Condemned to Death; Jesus is stripped of his garments; Crucifixion: Jesus is nailed to the cross; Jesus is laid in the tomb.

[All Sonnets are from "Sounding the Seasons ; seventy Sonnets for the Christian Year", by Malcolm Guite, Canterbury Press 2012. Used with permission - https://malcolmguite.wordpress.com/tag/good-friday/] 1. Jesus is Condemned to Death - Sonnet 1 John 18:19-24; John 18:28-38 The ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Danger Of A "Good Enough" Faith

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 28, 2011

This message focuses on the abundance that Christ wants to do through His servants and the "good enough" mentality of many people claiming faith. It focuses on the verse speaking of "everyone who has will be given more."

What This Is NOT Saying: “Jesus is a reverse Robin Hood” – because this is not about our money, but our responsibilities. - Luke 19:13, 16, 18, 24. - v. 24 makes the master (i.e. Jesus) sound like a reverse Robin Hood, taking from the poor and giving to the rich. - vv. 13, 16, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:20-26

Denomination: Baptist

"The Problem With Being Good" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Aug 7, 2017

It has been said that there are really only three ways to live in life. One is the way of the rebellious. The second is the way of the religious and the third is the way of the redeemed.

“The Problem with Being Good” Philippians 3:1-11 It has been said that there are really only three ways to live in life. One is the way of the rebellious. The second is the way of the religious and the third is the way of the redeemed. We see all three of these being played out in the parable of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Good Shepherd Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jul 21, 2024

Although trust can be difficult to find in this fallen world that is not our true home and is rarer than silver or gold, we can trust our Good Shepherd who loves us unconditionally. From Him, we can build relationships filled with trust, love, and compassion with those around us.

I am the Good Shepherd John 10:11-18 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “Trust takes years to build, seconds to break, and forever to repair” unknown author We live in a world where trust if often sought, rarely received, and often thrown away in a garbage heap ...read more

Scripture: John 10:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Steadfastness In Doing Good Works

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Jul 26, 2025

We are created in Christ Jesus to do good works, not optional, but a necessity to be in the will of God.

Steadfastness in Doing Good Works Study Text: Galatians 6:9 - 10 Introduction: For everyone who has devoted himself to doing good to others, there will always come a temptation to grow weary and want to give up. Whether it is in a relationship, a serving position, or just being generally kind ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Legacy Of Faith: A Good Report Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 24, 2025

This sermon explains that the greatest legacy we can leave, as seen in the lives of the Old Testament saints, is a "good report" from God, which is obtained not by our own accomplishments but through active faith in His promises.

Introduction: The Power of a Testimony Imagine for a moment that you are attending a funeral. As friends and family stand up to speak, what do they talk about? They don't read a list of the person's assets or their job titles. They tell stories. They speak of the person's character, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:2

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Samaritan Lesson 1

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 16, 2025

Helping the needy is more than considerate, it is obedience to Christ.

A. THE PARABLE OF THE GOOD SAMARITAN LUKE 10:25-37 1. Lawyer: a. One who interpreted the Old Testament law to people. b. His purpose was to trip up Jesus. c. “What shall I do to inherit eternal life?” (Luke 10:25). d. Jesus’ response was used by Jewish leaders, “What is your reading of it?” (v. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

3 Perspectives Of The Good Samartian Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Aug 12, 2023

Introduction of the BLESS sermon series. Showing how to connect with our neighbors.

Title: Three Perspectives of the Good Samaritan Story Theme: Where do we find ourselves in the story of the Good Samaritan. Maybe we are the one who got robbed. Text: Luke 10:25 - 37 Introduction Read the Scriptures Luke 10:25-37 And behold, a certain lawyer stood up and tested Him, saying, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Church Of God

Live As Sheep Of The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on May 9, 2022

Do we really know what it means to be sheep—even sheep of the Good Shepherd?

It is a tradition that goes back hundreds of years. Christians set aside one Sunday in the Easter Season as “Good Shepherd Sunday.” We can understand why this practice has stood the test of time. Christians love to think of Jesus as their Good Shepherd! Think of the emotions that a picture like ...read more

Scripture: John 10:22-30

Denomination: Lutheran

Sent To Preach The Good News Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Jan 24, 2020

“For Christ, did not send me to baptize but to preach the gospel, and not with words of eloquent wisdom, lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power.” (1Cor 1:17)

Introduction: The theme for today’s sermon is “sent to preach the good news”. The good news is about the grace of God, God’s undeserved favour, as a result of the death of Christ on the cross, His burial and His resurrection. The good news is that Christ has delivered us from the kingdom of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:1-4, 1 Corinthians 1:10-17, Matthew 4:12-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed