Sermons on Harsh:

God As Father

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 31, 2022

God is described as Father about 15 times in the Old Testament and over 250 times in the New Testament? Why?

Studying God as Father is called patriology or paterology. God is described as Father about 15 times in the Old Testament and over 250 times in the New Testament? Why? Is God a Father even to orphans? “A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling.” (Psalm 68:5 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:6, Matthew 6:26

Denomination: Baptist

The Unworthy Servant

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Sep 10, 2022

It is a sobering thought that we cannot earn our way to heaven but it is a glorious thought that God's grace can.

“The Unworthy Servant” By Joe Mack Cherry I. Introduction A. Text – Read Luke 17:7-10 1. This is a very hard text for a lot of people. 2. Christianity is a foreign concept to many. B. Entitlement has become a part of the American character. 1. At first glance some might say the master was ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:7-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Could Your Tragedy Be The Result Of God’s Love? Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 9, 2022

Hosea has a message of warning about a judgment coming. The purpose of this judgment is to cause brokenness that leads God’s people to a turning back to God. The purpose is for Israel in their brokenness to turn and restore their relationship to God.

When a young man, who was a college baseball star, got in his car he had no idea what was about to happen. His blood alcohol content was way over the legal limit. The car sped to ninety miles per hour. The next thing he knew when he finally came out of a coma he was hooked up to machines. He was ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 2:2-13

Denomination: Baptist

Dependents

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 9, 2019

This is the 21st sermon in the "Accounting" series from the Book of Ephesians.

Series: Accounting [#21] DEPENDENTS Ephesians 6:1-4 Introduction: Every year, we have to do something that no one enjoys- Taxes. 1 of the questions you are asked is, “How many dependents do you have”? Basically, you can count your spouse and children. I have always found it interesting that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Loyal To God, Loyal To Family

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 5, 2020

Family is the basis for a nation. Our families are under attack. GOD is the key to healthy families and nations.

After creating heaven and earth, God created Adam and Eve. And the first thing the Heavenly Father said to these first children was, "Don’t." "Don’t what?" Adam replied. “Don’t eat the forbidden fruit." God said. "Forbidden fruit? We have forbidden fruit? Hey, Eve. . . ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Six Vivid Word Pictures Of False Teachers Series

Contributed by Jerry Smith on Oct 15, 2020

Jude waxes poetic in the verses we will study tonight. We get to see another side of his writing style from the hard-hitting declarative statements and references to historical events, now to six vivid word pictures describing these false teachers who have invaded the local church.

Jude waxes poetic in the verses we will study tonight. We get to see another side of his writing style from the hard-hitting declarative statements and references to historical events, now to six vivid word pictures describing these false teachers who have invaded the local church. 12These people ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

The First Sermon Series

Contributed by Jeff Kautz on Dec 28, 2018

Peter's First Sermon to the people of Jerusalem

The 1st Sermon-The Gospel Message Acts 2:14-24 Lessons From The Early Church In an effort to appeal to people today and to their interest and the church today emphasizes a great many different programs and approaches. Small group, culturally relevant worship emphasizing music and drama have ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-24

Denomination: Baptist

How To Improve Your Marriage

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Mar 2, 2018

So many people are hurting in their marriages today. This simple, yet in-depth message, can help married couples enrich their relationships and find peace in troubled times.

o The Bible has a lot to say about "Words" o Words are the "Currency of Life o Imagine a world without words… I. A MAN'S STOMACH IS FILLED WITH THE PRODUCE OF HIS MOUTH! A. Life and Death are in the power of our tongues. - Proverbs 18:20-22 1. Our words are seeds - V.20 2. Every word we speak ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18, James 3:1-10, Colossians 3:18-19, Ephesians 5:22-33, Matthew 12:33-37, Proverbs 18:20-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Moses Struck Out On A Rock Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 25, 2018

Moses not following specifically what God said ended in a severe consequence for him and Aaron!

We continue our study of the Book of Exodus as the Hebrews are freed from slavery in Egypt and headed to the Promised Land of Canaan. God called Moses as the key leader. Why study the Bible? We study the Bible to worship God by learning more about Him and about ourselves as we live life God has ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

After This

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 2, 2018

I don't know what you may be going through today, but God wants you to know; there is an after this in your future. I prophetically declare to you that something good is coming, after this.

2 Samuel 8:1. After this: The Bible says that David smote the philistines and subdued them and David took Metheg-ammah out of the hands of the Philistines and subdued them. After This: somebody needs an after this, this morning. You’re going to help me minister this morning. I ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Spiritual Fruit Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 24, 2015

Your life should be more than a flurry of activity. You were meant to produce spiritual fruit. Paul uses the imagery of fruit trees to illustrate this. What you want out of a fruit tree is fruit. In the Christian life what we want is spiritual fruit.

Wouldn’t it be great if every time that you received a harsh criticism you returned it with a response of kindness? That is what it is like for the believer who has the fruit of the Spirit manifested in their life. Wouldn’t it be great the next time you are wronged, instead of rage ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: Baptist

Spirit Filled Fellowship

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Mar 7, 2017

“They devoted themselves…”

SPIRIT FILLED FELLOWSHIP This message is different. Most times we talk about our personal relationship with God, but today I want to speak directly about our personal relationship with each other. Last week we talked briefly about how things changed after the death and resurrection of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-42

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Divine Mercy

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Apr 10, 2017

God's mercy comes first to us personally, and from there, we can show mercy to others. In fact, being merciful to ourselves may be crucial to our ability to be merciful to others.

Divine Mercy Sunday I saw a picture of a lady with a post-it note on her forehead that said, "Be merciful to yourself." God's mercy comes first to us personally, and from there, we can show mercy to others. In fact, being merciful to ourselves may be crucial to our ability to be merciful to ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-31

Denomination: Catholic

Three Reasons To Thank God For Dad Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Oct 12, 2016

Father's Day message.

Series: Father Day Passage: Title: Three Reasons to Thank God for Dad Focus: Fatherhood Hook: A small boy once said… "Father’s Day is just like Mother’s Day, only you don’t spend as much on the gift." Here’s some other thoughts on Father’s… Play Cosby ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gaudete Sunday: The Third Sunday Of Advent--J.o.y. Is Jesus, Others, You.

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Nov 12, 2023

If someone suffers from depression, hearing to “rejoice always,” may spur the reaction: “I don't like being told what to feel.

Today is Gaudete Sunday. “Rejoice (Gaudete) in the Lord always,” we hear in our Second Reading. The United States was founded to give people the right to pursue happiness; the Gospel invites people to receive the gift of joy. J.O.Y. is Jesus, Others, You. In Philippians 4, St. Paul says ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24, Philippians 3:10

Denomination: Catholic