Sermons on Grievances:

The Power Of And The Oppostion To The Gospel Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Aug 15, 2008

the power of the gospel causes opposition

The Power Of And The Opposition To The Gospel Acts 19:21-41 Our text records the story of a riot in Ephesus instigated against Paul and the new church there. Although Paul was not at the center of the action, it must have been an unforgettably frightening ordeal. Most of us have never had to ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:21-41

Denomination: Baptist

Do Not Grieve (Make Very Sad) The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 11, 2008

Pentecost 12(B) - Do not grieve the Holy Spirit. Believers can do this when they get rid of all rage and are imitators of God.

“DO NOT GRIEVE THE HOLY SPIRIT” (Outline) August 3, 2008 -- PENTECOST 12 -- Ephesians 4:30-5:2 INTRO: Hopefully there was never, never, ever a time in your life when you deliberately wanted to make someone sad. The reality is that in your lifetime you have probably made someone sad, ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

The Importance Of Christian Unity Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 16, 2011

All true believers have God’s glory within, no matter what they may look like on the outside. Christian unity is not based on the external, but the internal. The very Spirit of God within us.

How important is unity in our individual lives? How important is unity in our church? Jesus had a lot to say about the importance of unity. If Christians cannot be unified, then we are not approaching one another in love. And we cannot be a good witness for Christ if we are bickering with one ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-24

Denomination: Christian Church

Rejoice In The Lord Always

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 21, 2013

To show that our portion in life left out by CHRIST is for us to rejoice.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you always rejoice? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that our portion in life left out by CHRIST is for us to rejoice. IV. TEXT: Philippians 4:4-5 (Amplified Bible) Rejoice in the Lord always [delight, gladden yourselves in Him]; again I say, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Proverbs 14:34 The Death Of Our Nation

Contributed by William D. Brown on Mar 24, 2013

God is removing His strong arm of protection and blessing from our country because of what we have allowed to happen, evidently the majority of the voters this past election felt that Obama and his cohorts was the best route for the nation, but in reali

Proverbs 14:34 THE DEATH OF OUR NATION 3-9-13 I believe any reasonable thinking person can see and understand that our nation is in big trouble, it's in big trouble with God. * Listen as I read today's text found in Proverbs 14:34; Righteousness exalteth ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:34

Denomination: Baptist

Receiving The Gift Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Dec 11, 2012

A stand alone sermon to be preached during the Christmas season on receiving the forgivenss of God, and granting forgiveness to others and to yourselves.

Receiving the Gift of Forgiveness December 16, 2012 – AM Sermon Psalm 51:1-4; 8; 10; 12 The Christmas season is a joyous time of year. We sing “It’s the most wonderful time of the year” when in reality, it is often one of the most stressful/miserable times of the year. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 51:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 9, 2012

Forgiveness is a choice to pardon someone for which they do not deserve. Just as we have been forgiven, we are to forgive. It is not easy, but it is possible when God is in it.

The heart of Forgiveness Matthew 6:14-16 Introduction I want to continue our series “Nuts and Bolts of life.” We have looked at several areas of our lives that we depend on God to give us guidance and direction. This morning I want to look at forgiveness, and with it also ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Our Identity Is In Christ Series

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Feb 8, 2016

With people "Identifying" as belonging to this, that or the other groups within our society. I thought it important to know how we "Identify" with Christ.

Message from Sunday February 7th 2016 I Identify as a Christian Our Identity is in Christ - 1 Peter 1:17-25 Message: Today people are "Identifying" themselves with this, that or some other category of people in our society. I find it kind of strange since I thought we were all part of one big ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:17-25, 1 John 3:1-10, Colossians 3:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Ideal Christians

Contributed by Joel Sumagaysay on Feb 28, 2016

In interpersonal relationships “ peace should rule or arbitrate, not by their wrangling.”

The Ideal Christians Col. 3: 15-17 15 Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful. 16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Thermometer Vs Thermostat

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 14, 2018

Consider the differences between a thermometer and a thermostat? Which are we developing in the church today? The mouth can give life and death? The choice is up to you.

THERMOMETERS VS THERMOSTATS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have a thermostat and a thermometer in my hands. DO WE UNDERSTAND THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THERMOMETERS AND THEROSTATS? THERMOMETER: instrument used to measure temperatures. THERMOSTAT: to control temperature, an ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Thermometer/Thermostat

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 21, 2018

We have many today that can measure and be critical and judgmental. You can be part of the solution. Do we speak life? Can we see the product of our choices?

THERMOMETERS VS THERMOSTATS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have a thermostat and a thermometer in my hands. DO WE UNDERSTAND THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THERMOMETERS AND THEROSTATS? THERMOMETER: instrument used to measure temperatures. THERMOSTAT: to control temperature, an ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Just Shall Live By Faith!

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Apr 9, 2018

Don't fret or worry about the trials of life, people that live for God WILL have tribulation....but we live by FAITH!

Habakkuk 1:2 "O LORD, how long shall I cry, and thou wilt not hear! [even] cry out unto thee [of] violence, and thou wilt not save!" This is a plea to God to hear his prayers. He sees the injustice around him, and does not understand why God is not punishing those involved. We have all, at ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Kindred Spirits

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Jan 13, 2021

God has designed the created order with the foundational communities of the family and church. They reflect his gracious providential care, especially through the blessings of love, grace and a sense of belonging.

Matthew 12:46-50 [Read text] The cover photo from the Mother’s Day issue of a Christian magazine showed a neatly groomed and well dressed little brother and sister serving their mother an artistically arranged breakfast in bed on a silver platter. In a subsequent letter to the editor, a mother ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:46-50

Blessed Are The Peace Makers Series

Contributed by Rev. Timothy Porter on Feb 28, 2021

We are called to be peace makeras not peace keepers

BLESS THIS HOME wk 3 Peacemakers Pastor Timothy Porter Text: Matthew 5:9 INTRODUCTION: Today, we are going to look at one of the Beatitudes of Jesus, and I have tremendous expectations that God is going to do a lot of healing in a lot of hearts. Can you name one ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Together We’re Better

Contributed by Craig Condon on Apr 30, 2015

God trusts us to help each other and work together with our brothers and sisters in Christ to do his work in our hurting world. The body of Christ can accomplish great things when we work together to fulfill the mission and vision God has given us.

Several years ago, when I was working for a local lumber mill, the company had a contest where the employees were encouraged to come up with a slogan that portrayed the company’s mission. The slogan was to be used on all of the company’s promotional material. The winning entry was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Anglican