Sermons on Handling The Past:

The Spirit Of Justice And Handling Enemies Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 5, 2021

Let's look at two attitudes towards justice and enemies that come out of the law, and how Jesus taught the spirit and intent behind them.

Let's look at two attitudes towards justice and enemies that come out of the law, and how Jesus taught the spirit and intent behind them. The Spirit of Justice A law of just compensation gave the value for repayment of a lost eye or tooth in an accident or altercation. But Jesus said not to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Baptist

Handling "dragons"! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Feb 28, 2021

What are "dragons" like and how do we handle them?

We are almost done with our study of the Book of Job. We noted at the end of the Book, God challenged Job, and in a way, God challenges all people (including every person today), by asking questions which only God can truly answer! Again, the point of God’s questioning is: No matter how smart, how ...read more

Scripture: Job 41:1-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Fragile Faith: Handle With Care Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

Restrict Your Rights for the Sake of the Gospel.

Many of you love to measure your progress. Tools are available to measure your Body Mass Index where you assess your body fat. You have tools available where you can measure your carbon footprint so to know your impact upon the climate. Athletes will measure the size of their biceps. You can even ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Handling Finances God's Way

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014

Simple message on dealing with finances in God's way

Handling Finances God’s Way Luke 12:13-21 August 11, 2013 "Money often comes between men and God. Someone has said that you can take two small ten-cent pieces, just two dimes, and shut out the view of a panoramic landscape. Go to the mountains and just hold two coins closely in front of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Handle Conflict And Accountability Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Aug 10, 2015

Two of the most difficult issues in life are accountability and discipline (whether at home, work, or church). Yet they are so needed. But what is the right way to go about implementing them?

How to Handle Conflict and Accountability 1 Timothy 5:19-21 www.crbible.com/sermons Introduction: 1. Two of the most difficult issues in life are accountability and discipline (whether at home, work, or church). Yet they are so needed. But what is the right way to go about implementing ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:19-21

Denomination: Bible Church

Handling An Opposite Temperament In Marriage Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 21, 2025

This study teaches biblical wisdom for understanding, managing, and celebrating temperament differences in marriage.

HANDLING AN OPPOSITE TEMPERAMENT IN MARRIAGE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Amos 3:3 Key Verse: “Can two walk together, except they be agreed?” — Amos 3:3 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 24:3; Ecclesiastes 4:9-10; Colossians 3:12-14; Ephesians 4:2-3; 1 Peter 3:7 INTRODUCTION Marriage is a ...read more

Scripture: Amos 3:3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Handling Emotional Wounds In Marriage Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Nov 23, 2025

A teaching on how couples can recognise, heal, and overcome emotional wounds through forgiveness, love, and biblical wisdom.

HANDLING EMOTIONAL WOUNDS IN MARRIAGE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 4:31-32 Key Verse: “And be ye kind one to another, tender-hearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ’s sake hath forgiven you.” – Ephesians 4:32 Supporting Texts: Colossians 3:13; 1 Corinthians 13:4-7; ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Handling Offences And Conflicts In Ministry

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 8, 2025

Jesus acknowledged that offences would come, but He also gave us practical steps for dealing with them. Ministry is about relationships—between us and God, and between us and others. If these relationships are not properly maintained, the work of God can be hindered.

HANDLING OFFENCES AND CONFLICTS IN MINISTRY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 18:15-17 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 19:11, Colossians 3:13, Romans 12:18, James 1:19-20 INTRODUCTION: Offences and conflicts are inevitable in life, and especially within ministry. When people of different ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Handle The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Jeff Taylor on Mar 24, 2020

It was a storm on the Sea of Galilee, never beyond Jesus' control. But the storms of life can be equally violent; bringing us to a place of helplessness and hopelessness. I'm here to tell you that the one who calmed the storm then is still the One who calms the storms in your life today!

Introduction: Have you ever been in a storm? No, I mean a REAL storm! One where the lightening flashes and you feel the electrical charge from miles away? Or where the thunder crashes so loud, it seems every window is about to shatter? Or the rain falls so heavy that you can’t see a foot in front ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Handling Offences And Church Conflicts Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 2, 2025

God desires His children to resolve offences with love, wisdom, and forgiveness, ensuring peace and unity in the church.

HANDLING OFFENCES AND CHURCH CONFLICTS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 18:15-17 Key Verse: “Moreover if thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone: if he shall hear thee, thou hast gained thy brother.” (Matthew 18:15) Supporting ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Can You Handle It?

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 5, 2025

How comforting is it to tell someone whose loved one has died and they are overwhelmed with grief, “God won't give you any more than you can handle.” But some will say, isn't that what scripture says?

Alba 8-3-2025 CAN YOU HANDLE IT? I Corinthians 10:12-13 There was a U.S. ship captain who had a regular route from California to Columbia. He had delivered his shipment to Columbia and was about to embark for the U.S. when he was approached by the drug cartel. They wanted him to carry a small ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jeremiah In Crisis

Contributed by Wes Gunther on May 6, 2019

Jeremiah was struggling and God's words to him were that it would get harder before it gets better.

Jeremiah in Crisis Jeremiah 11:18 – 12:5 Background: Jeremiah ministered about 40 years 1. Began to minister in 13th year of king Josiah (good king) ministry was 18 years under Josiah 2. Under Jehoakim (evil) for 11 years 3. Under Mattaniah – Zedekiah (evil) 11 years 4. Under 2 other ...read more

The Three P's Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jul 23, 2020

If I were to ask you to tell me “the three P’s” that prevent you from taking a do over or returning to God, most of you cannot tell me what they are. These three “P’s” are the ones every Christian should remember.

Introduction This week I want to talk about the three P’s that might be preventing you from taking a do-over or returning to God. We are told in Hosea 14:1 Return, O Israel to your Lord your God. And as I told you in past sermons in this series, you can take out the name “Israel” and replace it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

Their Story, Our Warning

Contributed by Dasol Kang on Jul 10, 2025

God holds up the mirror of the past to keep us from stumbling in the present.

“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it.” These were the words of the philosopher George Santayana about nations, politics, and the rise and fall of empires. But much earlier than George Santayana, the Apostle Paul, 18 centuries earlier, made the same point about our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Curing Conflict PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the teachings of Jesus in Matthew 18:15-20 on conflict resolution, forgiveness, and unity, emphasizing the liberating power of forgiveness.

Good morning, Church! It's a joy to be together again to delve into the rich treasures of God's Word. Today, we are going to examine a passage from the Gospel of Matthew, that speaks directly to our hearts about dealing with conflict, embracing forgiveness, and moving forward in unity. Before we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Topics: Putting The Past Behind