Sermons on Higher Standard:

No Revenge Needed, God Will Fight For You. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 22, 2024

As humans, it's natural to feel a desire for revenge when wronged or mistreated.

As Christians, we are called to a higher standard. The Bible teaches us to trust in God's justice and vengeance, rather than taking matters into our own hands. In Romans 12:19, Paul writes, "Beloved, never avenge yourselves, but leave it to the wrath of God, for it is written: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:19, Psalm 35:1-3, Isaiah 35:4

Relationships Are Everything - Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Doug Henry on Dec 30, 2006

A Biblical look at the importance of forgiveness.

Relationships Are Everything Forgiveness is Key Mark 12:31 When Narvaez, the Spanish patriot, lay dying, his father-confessor asked him whether he had forgiven all his enemies. Narvaez looked astonished and said, “Father, I have no enemies. I have shot them all.” If I were to ask you this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Singleness--Does God Care If I Ever Get Married?

Contributed by Paul Clark on Dec 4, 2002

A Review of Biblical Principles Regarding Marriage

Singleness¡ªDoes God Care if I Ever Marry? With Concepts from God¡¯s Call to the Single Adult by Michael Cavanaugh ILL¡ªbeing the last one picked in PE ILL¡ªbeing half an Oreo, the one without the cream Wrong Views I¡¯m only half a person All my problems stem from being single The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:24-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Perfect Father

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Aug 11, 2015

There is the debt of gratitude, the debt of service, and obligation but the greatest debt that a father can teach his children about is the debt of love owed to God the Father for providing a Savior who paid the price for their sins.

Message: There have been many great fathers throughout history who are wonderful examples of self-sacrifice, commitment, leadership and strength. Men who were excellent role models for their children. But Jesus tells us that our Heavenly Father is the greatest of all because He is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:48

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christianity Is A Practical Religion Lesson 9 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 7, 2025

God “desires all men to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth” (1 Timothy 2:4).

1. Christians believe salvation is by faith alone and apart from works. Good works without faith in God will not save (Eph. 2:8-9). 2. Christians also believe faith that fails to produce good works is dead. Faith in God without good works will not save (James 2:14-26). 3. Paul, the great champion ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:4, Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

Clearing The Closets Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 7, 2018

Message 2 in a series on the spiritual habits the lead to a higher walk with God. This message focuses on the third habit of regular confession of sin.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Cleaning the closets / clearing the conscience” Review There is no vibrant physical heath without proper diet and exercise. There can be no healthy relationships without practicing the things that build relationships. The things we will explore of the next ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:3-4, 1 John 5:1-10

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Getting A Better View Of Jesus

Contributed by Rick D Brackett on Nov 8, 2000

Sometimes we have got to climb a little higher and get above our circumstances to see Jesus.

"GETTING A BETTER VIEW OF JESUS" Text: Luke 19:1-10 Introduction: There was a man living in the city of Jericho by the name of Zaccheus. When Zaccheus heard that Jesus was coming to Jericho he sought to see Him. There was a crowd of people and Zaccheus was a little man and the people ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Called To The Impossible

Contributed by Ken Crow on Dec 1, 2009

God is calling his people and his church to higher heights to reach the lost and bring him glory.

Called To The Impossible Matthew 17:20 (King James Version) Pastor Ken Crow 20And Jesus said unto them, Because of your unbelief: for verily I say unto you, If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed, ye shall say unto this mountain, Remove hence to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:20

Denomination: Church Of God

Abiding In Christ

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Oct 31, 2008

Perhaps the greatest need for Christians today is to develop a higher spiritual discipline of abiding in Christ and His word.

Abiding in Christ: John 15:7 “If you abide in Me, and My words abide in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you.” – John 15:7 Perhaps the greatest need for Christians today is to develop a higher spiritual discipline of abiding in Christ and His word. Many studies show that only ...read more

Scripture: John 15:7

Denomination: Baptist

Delegated Expectations

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Mar 13, 2009

THERE IS NO HIGHER PRIORITY FOR A CHRISTIAN THAN TO HEED THE LAST COMMAND OF JESUS TO ‘GO AND MAKE DISCIPLES OF ALL NATIONS.’

JAMES KING, A FORMER MISSIONARY TO AFRICA, TOLD OF A TRUE STORY ABOUT ONE PARTICULAR WOMAN IN ONE OF THE AFRICAN CHURCHES UNDER HIS CARE. WHAT CAUGHT REV. KING’S ATTENTION WAS THAT THIS LADY WOULD NOT ONLY COME BY HERSELF TO EVERY SERVICE, BUT WOULD SOON BE MYSTERIOUSLY ACCOMPANIED BY A SCRUFFY, ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-21

Denomination: Free Methodist

Parable Of Healing And Faith

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Jun 25, 2021

Miracles are signs that point to a higher truth. This miracle of physical healing points to a greater miracle of spiritual healing.

Parable of Healing and Faith Mark 5:25-34 And He said to her, “Daughter, your faith has made you well, go in peace and be healed of your affliction.” - Mark 5:34 A business executive became depressed. Things were not going well at work. Every evening he would eat his dinner in silence, shutting ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Romans, Part 5 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 19, 2011

What is the standard that we judge people by? What do we think is "good and bad"? This message examines that it doesn’t matter; all that matters is living by God’s standards and following Christ!

Romans, Part 5 Romans 2:1-16 Introduction - Previously, we discussed the importance of understanding Paul’s writing - He was writing to the church in Rome to encourage, and to educate them - This letter is given to the believer who is interested in growing in Christ - It is not a rebuke, but an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Power For Manifestation

Contributed by Rudolf E. Y. Mensah on Mar 14, 2016

To manifest all these wonderful attributes, results, gifts and astonishing treasure that our maker has deposited in us will require the maker’s standard power to do that. That standard power is the Holy Spirit

POWER FOR MANIFESTATION For the earnest expectation of the creature waiteth for the manifestation of the sons of God. Because the creature itself also shall be delivered from the bondage of corruption into the glorious liberty of the children of God. Romans 8:19, 21 But the manifestation of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:19-21

Denomination: Charismatic

To Tithe Or Not To Tithe

Contributed by Michael Demastus on Jan 10, 2002

A sermon on the Biblical reasons to tithe.

To Tithe or not to tithe… Malachi 3:8-10 Introduction: *I have broken my sermon series to bring to you a message that needs to be given. As leaders, sometimes we can get caught up in the details and look at things without realizing that the congregation at large doesn’t know most of the details ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let Your Light Shine

Contributed by Margaret Olubiyi on Nov 10, 2017

In order to make an impact for Christ, believers need to be out there serving the Lord with all our heart through the gifts, talents and skills He has given us.

All believers are called to be the light of the world, as Jesus stated in Matthew 5:14. Regardless of where we are in life, we are encouraged to make the best use of our time for Jesus, utilizing the skills, talents, resources, and spiritual gifts He has given us. God desires for us to be worthy ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16, Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational