Sermons on Governmental Debt:

Stewardship Of The Bell Rope Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 31, 2010

Uses a powerful illustration of a bell rope to drive home how we can forgive people who've sinned against us.

OPEN: I get a daily devotion from a website called “heartlight.org” Back in August, I read the following story by Patrick Odum. Apparently, in New Hampshire, a man named Josh Muszynski stopped at a gas station and bought a pack of cigarettes with his debit card. A few hours later he was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Childlike Prayer Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 28, 2016

A lot of people think if they just had the right "formula" for praying that God would hear them. But that's not true. God's not impressed with your form, He's impressed with your childlike faith in prayer. So, how can I have that kind of faith in prayer?

I'd like you to recite the Lord’s Prayer with me: Our Father which art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fires Of Anger Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 30, 2015

God hates it when we lose our temper. But how do we stop doing that? What does God tell us we can do to get rid of our anger?

There’s a story about an actor who was playing the part of Christ in a Passion Play.As he carried the cross up the hill a tourist began to heckle him,and make fun of him, and shouted insults at him. Finally, the actor had taken all of it he could take. He threw down his cross, walked over ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Did I Get Into This Mess? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 14, 2013

Is it sinful to borrow money? Is it evil to declare bankruptcy? And why do so many people seem to be in financial trouble today?

OPEN: Years ago, I had a friend who attended a Bible Study at my home. He shared with our study that when he graduated from High School, he had a life goal. His life goal was to be a million dollars in debt before he reached the age of 30… and THEN he’d declare bankruptcy. He said he ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:7, Philippians 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Live As Free People Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jul 3, 2023

Based on 1 Peter 2:13-17 - Encourages hearers to consider what it means to live free in Christ.

“LIVE AS FREE PEOPLE!” 1 Peter 2:13-17 FBCF – 7/2/23 Jon Daniels INTRO – On this 4th of July weekend, we celebrate the freedoms that we enjoy as citizens of the USA. We owe a huge debt of gratitude to all those men & women who have served our nation’s armed forces to fight for & protect ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17, 1 Timothy 2:1-2, Romans 13:1, Matthew 22:21

Denomination: Baptist

The Authority Principle

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 6, 2019

A study in the book of Romans 13: 1 – 14

Romans 13: 1 – 14 The authority principle 1 Let every soul be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except from God, and the authorities that exist are appointed by God. 2 Therefore whoever resists the authority resists the ordinance of God, and those who resist will ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How Sorry Is Sorry? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jan 25, 2015

The Bible never teaches us to say "I'm sorry". Why not? What is so wrong with saying that simply phrase when you've hurt someone?

OPEN: (We put a picture of a “Sorry” game board on the screen) How many of you recognize this game board? And how many of you have ever played it? Amazon.com says the game of Sorry is the #5 best-selling board game on their site. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Defilement Of Bitterness Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 5, 2022

Hebrews tells us that bitterness defiles. But what does that mean and why should I avoid this emotion?

Our Sermon Series this month is entitled: "Insomniacs: Things That Keep Us Up At Night." I read that some of the Polynesian natives spend a great deal of time fighting. When people offend them, they steal something that belonged to offender and hang it from the ceiling of their hut. Then ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:9-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Principles And Patterns Of Submission: Servants Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 6, 2014

Living on Mission in a Foreign Land Principles and Patterns of Submission: Servants

Living on Mission in a Foreign Land Principles and Patterns of Submission: Servants 1 Peter 2:18-25 David Taylor We have begun a new Series, “Living on Mission in a Foreign Land,” based on 1 Peter 2.11-4.11, to highlight Peters belief that our lives, actions and our words, are to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who Put Jesus On The Cross?

Contributed by Michael Bell on Apr 15, 2001

GOD WOULD HAVE YOU SOLVE THE MOST IMPORTANT MURDER MYSTERY OF ALL TIME - that is, the MURDER of Jesus Christ.

INTRO ¶ - There is no FREEDOM of the PRESS in China. Most if not all of us have followed the continuing saga of the airplane collision & the subsequent detaining of 24 military personnel...The governmentally controlled Chinese media’s officially sanctioned story has been that we took aggressive ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:22-24

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom From Tyranny

Contributed by Paul Norwood on Jun 29, 2015

Sermon for nation's celebration of Independence Day and the freedom Christians enjoy from five types of tyranny.

“Freedom from Tyranny” Text: Galatians 4:28-5:1 I. Welcome II. Introduction Since I have used the word “tyranny” in the title of my sermon, I want to define this term before we get started: cruel and unfair treatment by people with power over others; oppressive power; a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Died To Satisfy The Justice Of God

Contributed by John Newbaker on Feb 15, 2020

One of the Reasons Jesus came to Die Jesus Died to Satisfy the Justice of God

One of the Reasons Jesus came to Die Jesus Died to Satisfy the Justice of God Romans 6:23 Let’s start off with a definition of justice so we’ll all be on the same sheet of music. 1. Definition of Justice Formally, justice is receiving what the law demands. That is, if you break the law; you get ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23

Denomination: Baptist

# 3 ~ Two & Three ~ Series

Contributed by William D. Brown on Oct 15, 2011

Today we’ll continue to look into the meaning of Bible numbers, last time we talked a little about the number TWO mostly in the Old Testament, and so today Lord willing we’ll point out it’s meaning in many places in the New Testament and move on too the n

# 3 ~ TWO & THREE ~ THE MEANING OF BIBLE NUMBERS ~ 10-15-11 Today we’ll continue to look into the meaning of Bible numbers, last time we talked a little about the number TWO mostly in the Old Testament, and so today Lord willing we’ll point out it’s meaning in many places in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian And Government

Contributed by Christopher Arch on Jun 14, 2020

I preached this sermon to remind believers of the role of government as a God-ordained entity in our lives.

Title: The Christian and Civil Government Scripture: Romans 13:1-9 Type: Topical Where: GNBC 6-7-2020 (Riots) Intro: During the past week and a half I have heard a lot of people demand and emphasize their rights. The result has been the wanton destruction of our communities, personal ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Basic Training 08 Series

Contributed by Greg Carr on May 8, 2012

A 10 week study on the book of Romans to help every Christian be all they can be.

Welcome back to Basic Training. We have 2 weeks remaining in our study of the book of Romans after today. Prayer Father, Open my eyes so I can see Your truth. Open my ears so I can hear Your voice. Open my mind so I can understand Your Word. And open my heart so I may receive all that You want ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal