Sermons on Helping Others:

Love Like Jesus Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Feb 13, 2022

Jesus was God’s Love personified in the flesh for all to see, hear, touch, smell and taste!

Video Transition: Word on Love - Skit guys Sermon: Love Like Jesus pt. 2 Thesis: To be able to “Love Well” means I embrace the 4 letter word, “Love” with its original definition and application given it by God. The sad reality is the word, “Love” has been twisted and distorted by this secular ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, Matthew 22:36-40, John 13:34-35, Mark 8:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

If You’ve Been Forgiven

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Mar 26, 2016

Study on the parable of the unforgiving servant - the necessity of forgiving one another.

He done you wrong. He did. I don’t know who “he” is. I don’t know what “he done.” I just know that, whoever he or she is, and whatever he or she did, I’m right, aren’t I? He done you wrong. She done you wrong. Do you have that person in mind? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:23-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Godliness With Contentment PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 19, 2023

This sermon explores finding true contentment and godliness in Christ, rather than seeking worldly gain, and the importance of Christian companionship in this journey.

Good morning, beloved congregation. I am so blessed to be standing here before you today, as we gather together, not as strangers or mere acquaintances, but as a family, bound together by the love of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Isn't it a joy to gather in His name? Isn't it a privilege to be called ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-8

Topics: Contentment, Christ, Others

The Kiss Of Betrayal

Contributed by Chris Talton on Jan 18, 2002

While pretending to kiss Jesus, we may be betraying Him without even thinking about it.

April 8, 2001 John 13:18-30 “The Kiss of Betrayal” INTRODUCTION What do you think of when I say the word “kiss”? Now, I’m not talking about the rock group by that name, and I’m not using it as an acronym (Keep It Simple Stupid). I’m talking about that thing that two people who are in ...read more

Scripture: John 13:18-30

Denomination: Baptist

Hurting People Are In The Crowd Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jan 31, 2017

Ministry, Love, Others

The 3 C’s of a Healthy Church - Hurting People are in the Crowd Mark 5:21-34 (p. 702) February 5, 2017 Introduction: I saw this meme on my Facebook page that said, “Be kind for everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about.” SHOW ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Case Of Judging Series

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Sep 20, 2016

This is part of the Sermon on the Mount series dealing with what Jesus said about not judging.

Sermon on the Mount “The Case of Judging” Matthew 7:1-5 While waiting for a plane a woman entered a gift shop to buy herself a magazine. While she was there she also bought a package of cookies. She then sat down to wait for her plane. A gentleman came and sat one seat away. He soon ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Foursquare

Mastering Oneself.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jun 14, 2020

God has called the body to shepherd the flock, The rewards are eternal. This message was a tremendous blessing to all. I am natures greatest miracle.

Mastering Oneself. 1 Peter 5:1-11NKJV Let me point out from the very beginning; The only way to master oneself is for him or her to surrender theirselves to Jesus. Again, Mastering oneself is a life of submission to Jesus! What I submit to you this morning is that this early group of leaders ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-11, Psalm 55:22, James 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Choose To Forgive - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Jan 11, 2020

Life's Choices

MATTHEW 6:14-15 “I CHOOSE TO FORGIVE – PART 3” A) If you’re wondering how to heal the past and get some forward momentum going, the answer is without a doubt, forgiveness. * I know you’ve heard that word before, but don’t knock it until you have really tried it according to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

I Choose To Forgive - Part 4 Series

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Jan 11, 2020

Life's Choices

MATTHEW 6:14-15 “I CHOOSE TO FORGIVE – PART 4” A) We are the followers of Christ, and our Lord has commanded us to stay busy in this matter of forgiveness. * Look at a quick review of Jesus’ teaching on the subject – Jesus on Forgiveness ....... * Mark 11:25 ....... Luke 6:37 ....... ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Miracle On The River Kwai

Contributed by Ken Durham on Jul 22, 2005

Ernest Gordon’s “Miracle on the River Kwai” tells the extraordinary story of survival in the Prisoner of War camps.

1. INTRODUCTION I am indebted to Philip Yancey’s book “Rumours of another World for first bringing this awesome story to my attention and for his insights and revelations to us today. I guess most of us here today would have heard of or even seen the film “Bridge over the River Kwai”. The film ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Shooting The Wounded

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Sep 6, 2024

Everybody comfortable? Good! Now, I’m going to ask something very strange of you today. Since you are good and comfortable, go ahead and move to another seat. In another row or across the aisle. Sometimes, a slight change in perspective can make all the difference!

Shooting the wounded Last week after church, Lisa told me a story of a person who had been hurt by people at the church she was attending. Uncomfortable yet? Don’t worry it wasn’t CPC! She finished telling the story and the first words out of my mouth were: Shootin’ the wounded! On May 21st 2004 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:16-17, Luke 17:1

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Identify And Remove The Masks People Hide Behi

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 17, 2006

The Holy Spirit convicts us of any form of dependency other than Jesus Christ. Jesus said to the Pharisees, "You hypocrites; as it is written: ‘These people honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me.

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Identify and Remove the Masks People Hide Behind Mark 7:6-7:8 (NIV, NIRV, TNIV, KJV) 1. The Holy Spirit convicts us of any form of dependency other than Jesus Christ. Jesus said to the Pharisees, "You hypocrites; as it is written: ‘These people honor me ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rewards Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on May 16, 2008

Forgiveness brings three signficant rewards: makes you more like God, draws you closer to God, and recaptures the freedom of your soul.

SERIES: “DISCOVER FORGIVENESS: Finding Freedom Through Forgiveness” TEXT: SELECTED TITLE: “THE REWARDS OF FORGIVENESS” OPEN: A. Good news and bad news this morning: 1. Bad news a. People have let you down b. Because ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

We Must Help Bring More People To Jesus! Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 22, 2021

How can we help bring more people to Jesus Christ? 1. Find ways to be a friend (Mark 2:1-3). 2. Carry your corner of the load (Mark 2:1-4). 3. Break through the barriers (Mark 2:2-5). 4. Keep giving glory to God (Mark 2:5-12).

We Must Help Bring More People to Jesus! The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 9:1-8; Mark 2:1-12; Luke 5:15-26 Sermon by Rick Crandall (Prepared September 22, 2021) BACKGROUND: *Think about how many miracles Jesus performed. In John 20:30-31, God's Word tells us that, "truly Jesus did many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:1-8, Mark 2:1-12, Luke 5:15-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Extra Mile

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 17, 2017

The extra mile and turning the other cheek

7A Sun. We are back to Matthew 5, and in verse 41 we hear about going the extra mile. 1). It’s not conflict avoidant because the subjugated person forced to carry the luggage of a Roman solider beyond the customary one mile actually creates a dilemma for the soldier who would worry that he would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Catholic