Sermons on Govern Responsibly:

How Can I Excel In The Christian Life?

Contributed by David Cook on Sep 26, 2012

Peter writes about the need to excel in the Christian life. We can excel by 1 - Remembering Where We Are; 2 - Submitting to God’s Authority; 3 - Entrusting Our Lives to God.

How can we excel in the Christian life? 1 - Remembering Where We Are 11 - "Beloved, I urge you as aliens/strangers to abstain from fleshly lusts which wage war against the soul." "Beloved," "Friends," - it’s so important who you keep company with. "I urge you" - like a Father in the faith ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-25

Denomination: Baptist

Whom Shall We Obey, God Or Man?

Contributed by John Martin on Jun 19, 2018

In 1954 then senator Lyndon B. Johnson slipped some wording into an IRS bill that made it illegal for a pastor to preach all of Gods Word and call out those who ruled in opposition. Pulpit Freedom sunday was born out of that.

1 Today is a different sort of Sunday her at Praise and across our entire nation, and because some may not be aware of what Pulpit Freedom Sunday is I want to take a few minutes to explain before getting into the heart of the message. Let me state that everything I will say and do this morning is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:19-20

The Laws Of The Kingdom Pt.2: It's The Thought That Counts Series

Contributed by Daniel Richter on Oct 10, 2006

The King begins to explain the new rules that govern God’s Kingdom.

The Laws of the Kingdom Pt.2 It’s the Thought that Counts Matthew 5:17-48 May 14th, 2006 Well, the King has returned and He is beginning to make His presence known to the people. We looked at the genealogy of this king, the royal and divine bloodline. We looked at the Herald of the King, the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-48

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Family Roles Series

Contributed by Will Norman on May 5, 2005

Directed to students, on relationships within the family and the family structure that governs those relationships.

How many of you can think of a time when you were embarrassed by your family?… mom, dad, brother, sister … we can even go out into aunts, uncles, and cousins if you want to. I remember when I was in the 3rd grade, my mom, sisters, and myself were out doing something … probably shopping or ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:13-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Can Man Do? (Wcmd)

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Apr 12, 2015

God's blessings bestowed upon man, not enjoyed to the extent of His will for man's striving on earth is plagued with modern issues---the same issues that plagued man in early years, taxation shows the struggle of man in God's plan on earth.

What Can Man Do? (WCMD) by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (April 12, 2015) “And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying, Speak unto Aaron and unto his sons, saying, On this wise ye shall bless the children of Israel, saying unto them, The LORD bless thee, and keep thee: The LORD make ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27

Denomination: Friends

Responding To Criticism

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Sometimes the best response to criticism is no response at all.

Thesis: Sometimes the best response to criticism is no response at all. Introduction: 1. It was a great moment in the history of Israel--God was going to select Israel's first king. a. Samuel gathered all Israel at Mizpah. b. Selection process began (20-24). c. Everybody was happy .... or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:20-27

Make A Joyful Noise

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 10, 2013

For 3000 years, the 100th Psalm has inspired people to sing praise to the Lord

Make a Joyful Noise A Sermon Based on the 100th Psalm November 20, 2011 Rev Mark A, Barber The psalm we read this morning is one of the 150 (or 151) psalms recorded in the Book of Psalms which functions in much the same way our United Methodist Hymnal functions for us today. These Psalms were ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who Really Killed Jesus

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on May 20, 2008

Using powerful pictures from "The Passion" this sermon lists all of the co-conspirators but cuts to the chase.

Who REALLY Killed Jesus? Mt 26:47-27:26 One of the first and most vocal groups to reject the movie is the Jews. They claim that the movie is anti-Semitic... anti-Jewish. They feel that the Jews come off as the bad guy... the villain. They also feel that is an unfair portrayal of the facts. Many say ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian's Duty In Response To Salvation (1 Peter 1:13-16) Series

Contributed by Greg Brown on Aug 2, 2014

Exposition of 1 Peter 1:13-16

The Christian’s Duty in Response to Salvation Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled; set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed. As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Christian's Response To Suffering For Christ (1 Peter 4:12-19) Series

Contributed by Greg Brown on Aug 2, 2014

Exposition of 1 Peter 4:12-19

The Christian’s Response to Suffering for Christ Dear friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson 15. The Specific Evidence Of Response (James 1:26-27) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Mar 26, 2021

Obedience to God’s Word is never mandated nor vainly beneficial. It is transformational. Following God’s Word changes us. Certain things will follow. Obedience will make a difference, and as James shows us, he gives us examples of some of the changes to come.

Tom Lowe 2/7/2021 Text: James 1:26-27 (KJV) 26If any man among you seem to be religious, and bridleth not his tongue, but deceiveth his ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Reflection A.3 / Coronavirus - First Response / We Should Grieve

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on May 9, 2020

Scripture calls us to 'weep with those who weep’. We grieve over suffering. We should also grieve over sin.

In my first two Reflections I considered prayer. Our first response to coronavirus, as a church and as a nation, should be to pray. Another response we must make is to grieve. Paul wrote in Romans 12:15, ‘Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep’. Some weeks ago I travelled up ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:15

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Provides Food For The 4,000: The Response Of The Crowds, Pharisees, And Disciples Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jul 10, 2023

These four thousand people have probably been eating what little they had with them when they began following Jesus, which probably wasn’t much. They may have found sources of water along the way. But they’re now in a predicament.

“Oh why didn’t I listen!?" The rich man cries out from the depths of hell, to this very day in 2023. He needed salvation dearly but could not see it. And he looked and saw Lazarus, comforted, in paradise. The rich man in sorrows, why didn’t he listen? He was rich, he was powerful, he did not ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:1-21

Denomination: Salvation Army

When The Strong Feel Weak: God’s Response To Discouraged Servants Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

1 Kings 19 reminds us that even spiritual giants can feel overwhelmed. Elijah’s moment of fear and frustration did not end his ministry—it became a turning point. God does not abandon His servants when they feel weak; instead, He feeds, speaks, reassures, and sends them again.

WHEN THE STRONG FEEL WEAK: GOD’S RESPONSE TO DISCOURAGED SERVANTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 19:1-21 Supporting Texts: Isaiah 40:29-31; 2 Corinthians 4:7-9; Psalm 34:18; Hebrews 4:15-16; Matthew 11:28-30 INTRODUCTION: After the fiery confrontation at Mount Carmel and the dramatic ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I’m Glad There’s A Fathers Day!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jul 10, 2002

I’m glad there’s a Father’s Day. Even though it isn’t as significant as Mother’s Day, it still gives us a chance to honor those who stand at the helm & who lead their family through life’s battles.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK (Revised: 2011) ILL. “You,” said the doctor to his patient, “are in terrible shape, & unless something is done you’re going to die. You’re under too much stress, & you’re not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:38-39, Hebrews 12:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ