Sermons on Grasp The Good:

How God Reacts Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 24, 2023

We all have a sinful nature and react wrong way, wrong time, for the wrong purpose but God always reacts to His nature, i.e., love, holiness, goodness.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Remember – humans were created in the image and likeness of God; He does not react the way humans react. “Then the Lord God formed the man from the dust of the ground. He breathed the breath of life into the man’s nostrils, and the man became a living person” (Genesis 2:7, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Jeremiah 31:34

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On The Root Of All Evil

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 24, 2023

Many wrongdoings in life are considered as evil. Evil is defined as acts of an immoral or wicked nature and can be related to many characteristics.

C. JoyBell C; an American author once remarked: “Never get involved with people who are likely to envy you at the end of the day. People like that will actually lurk in the bushes, play your mind, and pounce on you when you are at our most vulnerable state. Envy is the root of all evil, in all men ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24, 1 Timothy 6:9, Proverbs 8:13, Romans 12:21

In Defense Of The Spirit Of True Christianity

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 29, 2019

Am I my brother's keeper?

IN DEFENSE OF THE SPIRIT OF TRUE CHRISTIANITY OR HE FELL Scripture: Luke 10: 25 -37 I. Justification A. Define Justify: -to render righteous or such he ought to be -to show, exhibit, evince, one to be righteous, such as he is and wishes himself to be considered. -to declare, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37, Genesis 4:9, Luke 16:13-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fanaticism Taken Too Far?

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Apr 22, 2019

A Good Friday talk from the point of view of Jesus and religious fanaticism.

Fanaticism Taken Too Far? Israel Folau (an Australian Christian sporting personality) has been in the news lately for expressing unpopular views—for quoting an unpopular part of the Bible on his personal Instagram page. Is his belief in heaven and hell fanaticism taken too far? Is Australian Rugby ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:7-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Great Bible Secret 2 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 25, 2022

In a previous message we looked at GOD’S PURPOSE IN THE BAD that comes our way.

When the bad comes our way, we need to remember Romans 8:28. “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” Some folks feel that this scripture is teaching that whatever comes your way, you should scream and shout ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Great Bible Secret 1 Of 2

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 25, 2022

Paul Harvey is known for his unique broadcasting skills as he broadcasts the news each day.

He is known for several things in his broadcasting. • He deals with the issues of life that relate to us • He is also known for some of the unusual stories he tells Illus: One day Paul Harvey announced on his news program that some days things never go right for some people. He then went on ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

She Hath Done What She Could… Have You?

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 28, 2022

Recently we have been hearing on the news about some of the Christmas shopping that has been taking place.

Illus: For example, it is reported that the biggest day of the shopping year takes place on what is called Black Friday - the day after Thanksgiving when the stores open up at midnight. Some shoppers, to prepare for this big event, go the day before to find where the merchandise they want is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

A Good Name Is To Be Chosen. Prov. 22:1

Contributed by Mark Bailey on Jun 20, 2012

How do we choose a good name when our names are chosen when we are born?

Proverbs 22 “A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, Loving favor rather than silver and gold.” After getting out of the army I went looking for work, made contact with an employer and was granted an interview. The interview went well and he told me I was hired. But as I ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Am Barabbas Series

Contributed by Jay Tigner on May 7, 2016

Jesus was killed while Barabbas, the genuinely guilty, was set free. This is a picture of salvation in that Jesus died so we, the guilty, may be set free.

The Irony of Good Friday… I am sure that the irony that reveals itself in the fact that we refer to today as Good Friday does not escape our minds. From the perspective of all who bore eyewitness to the events that transpired during the 24 hours of that first Good Friday, it was anything ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

Express A Sweet Spirit Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 6, 2016

Jesus had a sweet spirit about him that attracted people to Him. The more we grow in Christ, the more his attitude should be seen in us.

Turn in your Bibles to Titus 3:1-8. We are winding down our study through Paul’s letter to his protégé named Titus. Today, we’re going to look at a passage that teaches us to express a sweet spirit. I’m glad to be here this morning. How about you? Did you get out ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Battling With A Bad Attitude

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 8, 2022

Today I want to preach about people that none of us like to be around. I’m talking about people with a BAD ATTITUDE.

The reason we do not want to be around such people is because they are miserable and they make everyone around them miserable. Illus: A guy named Matt received a parrot for his birthday. The parrot was fully-grown, with a bad attitude and an even worse vocabulary. Every other word was an ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Baptist

To The Pure All Is Pure Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 5, 2021

The pure live life based on this sound doctrine: If God made it, it is good. If God approves it, it is good. If God recommends it, it is good. If God commands it, it is good. This means that even in this fallen world so corrupted by sin the vast majority of reality is still pure.

A sophisticated social leader was expecting a large group of friends at her home one evening. Knowing her husbands habit of using guests towels indiscriminately when he came home from the office, she put a note on the ones she put out for the occasion. It read, "If you use one of these ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-16

Fatness

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 30, 2025

1. GOODNESS 2. PLENTY 3. JOY 4. GUIDANCE 5. PLANTED 6. OFFERING 7. REPENTANCE

FATNESS OUTLINE 1. GOODNESS 2. PLENTY 3. JOY 4. GUIDANCE 5. PLANTED 6. OFFERING 7. REPENTANCE **************************** THE MESSAGE FATNESS 1. GOODNESS Jeremiah 31:14 And I will satiate the soul of the priests with fatness, and my people shall be satisfied with my goodness, ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Story Never Ends With 'ashes.'" Series

Contributed by Timilehin Daniel Olabiyi on May 12, 2025

This powerful quote by Elisabeth Elliot reminds us that no matter what challenges or hardships we face, God's plan for our lives is always bigger and better than we can imagine.

"Of one thing I am perfectly sure: God's story never ends with 'ashes.'" This powerful quote by Elisabeth Elliot reminds us that no matter what challenges or hardships we face, God's plan for our lives is always bigger and better than we can imagine. Elisabeth Elliot, a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Apostolic

Unity Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Mar 15, 2024

UNITY

Psalm 86 "UNITY" Their Is But - I. ONE SOVEREIGN - 1-10 1. The Seeker - Hear Me: His Reverence - 1 Bow down thine ear, O Lord, His Request - O LORD, hear me His Recognition - for I am poor and needy. His Condition - for I am poor, His Contrition - and needy. His ...read more

Denomination: Holiness