Sermons on Harm:

Earn Me Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

God invites us to earn money through purposeful work and service to Him, rather than chasing after it. This way, we can prioritize the things and people that truly matter in our lives.

Let's talk about something we all love - money! But before we dive in, let's do a little experiment. I have here a $20 bill. Who wants it? (Pause for response) Okay, now what if I crumple it up? Who still wants it? (Pause for response) What if I step on it, make it dirty and messy? Who still wants ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:9-10

Topics: Faithful Stewardship, Divine Prosperity, Biblical Finances, Spiritual Wealth

Understanding The Purpose Behind Lazarus' Death SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

The death of Lazarus served as a platform for Jesus to reveal Himself as the embodiment of resurrection and life. This sermon explores the seven reasons behind Lazarus' death.

Today, we will delve into the 11th chapter of the Gospel of John, specifically focusing on the death and resurrection of Lazarus. In this passage, we can uncover six valuable lessons that can be learned from this event. Lazarus' death provided Jesus with an opportunity to reveal Himself as the ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-16

Topics: Death, Resurrection

The Power Of Faith: Jabez's Prayer SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 8, 2023

This sermon explores the powerful faith of Jabez as demonstrated in his prayer. It focuses on five key points: 1. Jabez's life was defined by his faith. 2. Jabez prayed for blessings from God. 3. Jabez desired more than his current circumstances. 4. Jabez sought the presence of God in his life. 5. Jabez asked for God's protection.

The Faith of Jabez Did you know that God never meant for us to live an average life? He wants us to live above the norm, to excel and succeed. Each one of us is unique and special in His eyes. In the midst of a long list of genealogies in 1 Chronicles 4, God singles out a man named Jabez for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Topics: Faith, Prayer

Overcoming Hidden Family Challenges SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

Household enemies are more dangerous because you are usually less cautious with them. You usually have no problem dealing with known enemies. But you lower your guards at home because you believe you are in the midst of people who love and care for you.

Today, we will delve into the topic of household enemies and how to break their power over our lives. Household enemies can be more dangerous than known enemies because we often let our guard down around those we trust. These enemies can be found within our own families, such as a wicked spouse, a ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-5

Topics: Envy, Family

Navigating Through Uncertain Times: A Hopeful Perspective SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

A message of hope and understanding to navigate through the uncertain times of Covid-19

Understanding the times we are in is crucial for our walk with God, our Christian faith, and our preparedness for Christ's return. In 1 Chronicles 12:23-32, the Bible lists men who were ready for war. Among them were the sons of Judah, Simeon, Levi, Benjamin, Ephraim, and Manasseh. However, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 12:23-32

Topics: Understanding The Times, Hope Amidst Covid-19

Finding Strength In God's Steadfast Love SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

David imparts three key teachings to deepen our trust in the Lord. He emphasizes the importance of holding onto God's unchanging hand, especially during challenging times.

David gives us three important lessons in Psalm 27 to help us trust in the Lord more. One thing we can see in this psalm is David's complete trust in the Lord. He had confidence in the strength of the Lord, not in his own abilities. He knew from past deliverances that the Lord would rescue him, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-14

Topics: Psalm 27, Trust In God

Finding Hope In Trapped Situations SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

If you're feeling trapped or cornered, if you've hit a roadblock, or if it seems like your adversary is winning: It's time to celebrate and trust in the Lord. This is a divine set up for a breakthrough.

Today, I want to share a prophetic message with you. If you feel trapped, like you've hit a wall, or if it seems like the enemy has the upper hand in your life, it's time to praise the Lord. This situation you're facing is actually a set up for God to bring about victory in your life. In Exodus 14, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 14:1-28

Topics: Hope, Faith, Overcoming Challenges

A Shipwrecked Faith Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 23, 2013

When one runs aground on the Faith, injuring others within the flock, the appropriate response is to hand such individuals over to Satan.

“This charge I entrust to you, Timothy, my child, in accordance with the prophecies previously made about you, that by them you may wage the good warfare, holding faith and a good conscience. By rejecting this, some have made shipwreck of their faith, among whom are Hymenaeus and Alexander, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Out Of Your Comfort Zone

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 10, 2019

The child of God is encouraged to seek His presence and His power so that they can excel in life. We must never permit ourselves to live at less than our best to the praise of His glory.

“The sons of Judah: Perez, Hezron, Carmi, Hur, and Shobal. Reaiah the son of Shobal fathered Jahath, and Jahath fathered Ahumai and Lahad. These were the clans of the Zorathites. These were the sons of Etam: Jezreel, Ishma, and Idbash; and the name of their sister was Hazzelelponi, and Penuel ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Desiring A Dangerous God: Why Did God Kill Uzzah When He Was Just Trying To Help? - 2 Samuel 6:1-12 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Nov 10, 2025

David wanted God’s presence more than anything. One ox stumble later, he’s terrified to even touch the Ark. The twist that changed everything

For free audio or video download of this message, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com/sermons-by-scripture or my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson. Introduction This has got to be the ultimate example of raining on someone’s parade. The people are the happiest they have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-12

Culture Shift: Casualties Of War

Contributed by Tammy Garrison on Feb 5, 2002

The story of the rape of Dinah is one that makes us feel uncomfortable. What does such a story have to do with revealing God to us? This sermon explores living as faithful Christians in an ever increasingly violent world.

Bibliography: Culture Shifts, lesson 5 Our Bible story makes us feel uncomfortable. We are not really comfortable with it being in the Bible. Its a story that seems rather out of place and it doesn’t seem like it belongs. What is it doing in a book that talks about the relationship of faith ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 34:1-31

Denomination: Methodist

Living Justly

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 27, 2001

God calls us to live justly in response to His grace and to preserve the community of faith.

Living Justly Ex.23:1-9 By Andrew Chan, PBC, Vancouver, BC Wednesday Night Bible Study Notes June 27, 2001 Get certain things right here: 1. Exodus experience is one of grace, not of works (ex.19:3-6). All glory to God! It is God’s initiative! 2. Hence the requirement to obey God comes out of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 23:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Pain At The Threshold Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 24, 2003

Interactive sermon on the anxieties involved in sharing our faith and on the power of being prepared, both intellectually and emotionally.

Always be ready to make your defense to anyone who demands from you an accounting for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and reverence. Closed doors intimidate me. If your door is closed, I want to leave it alone. I don’t like to knock and ask for admission. I want somebody to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Garbage In Garbage Out

Contributed by Johanna Radelfinger on May 26, 2003

We are God’s living sacrifices. We need to treat our bodies well so that God can work to His full extent.

Health Picture #1: You wouldn’t do this...No, Of course you wouldn’t pour water into the gas tank of such a lovely, expensive car. That would be ridiculous, crazy. But what about the priceless machine called the human body? It will only take so much punishment, you know. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:16-17, 1 Corinthians 10:31

Denomination: Adventist

Be Intentional #8-Finding Fantastic Fellowship Series

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Mar 31, 2003

Next in series on intentionality, this one focusing on the need for authentic fellowship.

Be Intentional #8 – Finding Fantastic Fellowship Hebrews 10:24-25 March 9, 2003 Introduction How many here today would say that friendship is important? I think everybody does, even those who don’t seem to have any friends. Even Oscar the Grouch had friends – they were other grouches, but they ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25, 1 John 1:3

Denomination: Wesleyan