Sermons on Guilty Feeling:

God Is Merciful

Contributed by William Baeta on Nov 16, 2019

“And the tax collector, standing afar off, would not so much as raise his eyes to heaven, but beat his breast saying ‘God be merciful to me a sinner’” Luke 18:13.

Introduction: Our theme for today’s sermon is “God is merciful”. Mercy is at the heart of the Christian faith and God is not just merciful, He is rich in mercy. Mercy is an aspect of God’s nature that spares us the punishment we justly deserve. God’s mercy is unchanging and eternal. Cain killed ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:23-32, 2 Timothy 4:6-8, Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

In God’s Image: The Dignity And Destiny Of Humanity Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 12, 2025

How do we define a human being in the 21st century? Is it our intelligence, our achievements, our relationships? The Bible presents a far deeper, richer, and infinitely more dignified vision: every person—male or female—is created in the image of God.

In God’s Image: The Dignity and Destiny of Humanity” Doctrinal Focus: Humanity – “We believe in the inherent dignity and value of every person, as created in God’s image and likeness, male and female, to be in fellowship with God and serve God’s purposes in creation. Yet on account of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27, Romans 3:23-24, Romans 1:18, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ephesians 4:24, Micah 6:8, Colossians 3:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Mercy Took My Seat

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 8, 2025

At the cross, justice demanded judgment, but mercy took our place—clearing our debt and crediting Christ’s righteousness to all who believe.

Some years ago, Gary Haugen told a story he called “snack math.” He was teaching his kids about fairness. One child got two cookies while another got only one. The protest came fast: “That’s not fair!” That moment made Haugen realize something profound — every child is born with a built-in sense ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-7, Romans 3:23, Isaiah 53:4-6, Luke 23:13-43, 2 Corinthians 5:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Nabal The Fool (1 Samuel 25)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 20, 2025

Which is better giving or getting? Let's examine 1 Samuel 25.

Is making rash decisions in anger foolish? Is giving more blessed than getting? Let’s look at 1 Samuel 25. Because they had given Nabal protection, did David ask him for food as a favor? Then Samuel died; and all Israel assembled and mourned for him, and they buried him at his house in Ramah. And ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Sermon For A Suicide Victim

Contributed by Lee Houston on Mar 11, 2022

At a time such as this, let go again to Golgotha.

A Sermon For A Suicide Victim Scripture: Luke 23:34 At a time such as this, let go again to Golgotha. Just as we are today in horrendous pain, so was Jesus as He hung on that cross. And yet, while hanging by His nail-torn flesh, He spoke the most powerful words of love ever uttered to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:34

New Testament Religions

Contributed by Kyle Campbell on Aug 15, 2022

It would be an understatement to say that the religious world is in a state of confusion. With hundreds of denominations in this country and thousands of religions worldwide, it’s sufficient to say that many people simply don’t know what’s going on.

Introduction. You likely know that sin separates us from God (Isaiah 59:1-2). Therefore, in order to get back to God, we need religion. The word “religion” basically means to “tie or bind back to God again.” This fundamental belief in sin and redemption has fueled the development of many varied ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:13-14, Acts 26:5, James 1:26, James 1:27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Justified By Faith: The Unchanging Truth Of God's Grace Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 10, 2024

The heart of the Gospel — justification by faith. This is the cornerstone of our faith, a doctrine proclaimed from the early church and echoed through the centuries.

Justified by Faith: The Unchanging Truth of God's Grace Introduction Today, we’re going to examine the heart of the Gospel — justification by faith. This is the cornerstone of our faith, a doctrine that has been proclaimed from the early church and echoed through the centuries. As we turn to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:28, Romans 4:5, Romans 8:33, Romans 5:8, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 5:6, Romans 8:1, Ephesians 2:4-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sin Of Ingratitude Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 23, 2024

Luke 17:11-19 teaches us about the sin of ingratitude.

Introduction Garry Moore had three young men on his TV show, “To Tell the Truth.” These high school boys were standing by a subway station in New York City when a man suddenly fell onto the tracks below. Instantaneously, and without knowing the other, each boy jumped down to rescue the man. They ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The 4th Temptation

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 5, 2025

A sermon about the temptation to believe God doesn't love us.

“The 4th Temptation” Luke 4:1-13 Who can tell me how many temptations Jesus faces in this morning’s Gospel Lesson? Three, right? That’s the obvious answer. It’s what we have been told or have come to believe. It’s what we just read. First, Jesus was tempted to turn stones into ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Tears

Contributed by Harold Nichols on Apr 4, 2001

Everyone will cry now or later

TEARS TEXT: MATTHEW 24:43-51 V.51 AND SHALL CUT HIM ASUNDER AND APPOINT HIM HIS PORTION WITH THE HYPOCRITES: THERE SHALL BE WEEPING AND GNASHING OF TEETH. THERE ARE ONLY A FEW THINGS IN LIFE THAT I AM REALLY SURE ABOUT: ONE OF THOSE THINGS AND THE MOST IMPORTANT IS MY SALVATION. I SPENT SOME ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:43-51, Luke 19:41

Denomination: Baptist

Sincere Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on May 16, 2009

Joseph’s confrontation with his brothers.

Sincere forgiveness Genesis 42:1-23 There was a Presbyterian, a Pentecostal and a Baptist who having coffee at Tim Horton’s when the subject of the conversation turned to the issue of the second coming and one of them said, “I was wondering what denomination Jesus would ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

Taming A Hurtful Tongue

Contributed by Gene Haraldsen on Jul 26, 2004

What are the consequences of an untamed, hurtful tongue? What are the consequences of an under control, helpful tongue?

Taming a Hurtful Tongue Ephesians 4:29-32 Week one I don’t mean to upset anyone, but someone brought a lethal weapon with them to Church this morning. For purposes of security and safety, our ushers should have asked some to check such deadly weapons at the door...but they ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Journey To Fellowship With God

Contributed by Brad Froese on Oct 4, 2011

This sermon focuses on personal, rich fellowship with God.

June 5th Sermon, “Journey to Fellowship with God” KEY SCRIPTURE: I Jn 1:5-9, “This is the message we have heard from him and declare to you: God is light; in him there is no darkness at all. 6 If we claim to have fellowship with him yet walk in the darkness, we lie and do not ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:5-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pressure Points - Playing Favorites

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Nov 17, 2013

Sermon preached to coincide with Adult Study on James called Pressure Points.

Pressure Points - Favoritism/Partiality Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22 I’ve been preaching once a month on the subjects that are coming from the Adult SS Class’s study of James. Last week we talked about temptation - that was at the end of their section. This month, I thought we could ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Wesleyan

Repent & Believe! Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 19, 2024

Why is repentance so important... and why did Jesus follow telling His audience that they needed to include belief with that repentance?

About 10 years ago, there was a 67-year-old Belgian woman named Sabine Moreau. She had left home to travel about 1 ½ hours to Brussels (the capital city of Belgium). TWO DAYS LATER, after having crossed five international borders, she found herself in Zagreb, the capital city of Croatia, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ