Sermons on Higher Standard:

Stay Married Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 8, 2010

Exposition of 1 Cor 7:10-24 regarding marriage, divorce, and remarriage

Text: 1 Corinthians 7:10-24, Title: Stay Married, Date/Place: NRBC, 11/7/10, AM A. Opening illustration: the pastor says to the husband, "The Bible says you’re to love your wife as Jesus Christ loved the church." He says, "Oh, I can’t do that." The pastor says, "If you can’t begin at that level, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:10-24

Denomination: Baptist

Riches Badly...

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 3, 2012

A sermon from Hosea 12:7-9 on riches badly used, riches badly made, and riches badly ended (Outline from Pulpit Commentary)

HoHum: Amanda Krill- It’s not personal, it’s just business. I’m sure you’ve heard that phrase.  They say it a lot in the movie The Godfather.  But that’s a movie about the mafia, and I’m pretty sure we can all agree their ethics are questionable at best.  In my ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 12:7-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lion Has Roared

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 10, 2012

A sermon on how the Lord is like a lion from Hosea and Amos. Describes how the Lord dealt with His chosen people from the OT and some application to us today. Contains some comments about disasters to remember 9/11

HoHum: In the Chronicles or Narnia we are introduced to Aslan, Turkish word for Lion. When the 4 children come into Narnia, the Beavers begin to talk about Aslan. The children are interested in knowing more about him. Lucy the youngest asks, “Is—is he a man?” “Aslan a ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Inhale And Exhale The Gospel

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Aug 31, 2015

In the Christian life faith and works go together like inhaling and exhaling. Billy Graham stated it in these terms: Faith is taking the Gospel in; works is taking the Gospel out." Updated September 2018

A very young boy ... was hurrying ...to catch a bus. Carrying gifts under his arm, ...he was struggling ...with his crutches. Suddenly, ...a man bumped into him ... knocking his parcels ......in all directions. The man then paused ...and scolded the young lad... for getting in his way. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7, 1 John 3:17-18, James 2:1-20

Denomination: Anglican

Holiness - As Pertaining To The Priests Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Apr 24, 2025

Everything connected to the priesthood was intended to impress upon the people the holiness of God, the sacredness of His worship and the purity required of those who come into His presence.

May 10, 2025 Last time we looked at the 5 sacrifices established by God for the purpose of focusing the people’s minds on the truth that an innocent would take the place of the guilty. Now we will turn our attention to the priesthood. Chapter 8 outlines the complex ritual associated with the ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

An Exposition Of 1 Peter, Part 5: Be Ye Holy For I Am Holy

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 30, 2021

This is the firth study in the series on 1 Peter

Be Ye Holy for I Am Holy Introduction In the last lesson, we saw that our hope is grounded in the Scripture of the Old Testament, in particular, the prophecies contained concerning Christ. In addition to this is the content of the Gospel which had been preached to the believers Peter is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, 1 Peter 1:13-16, Leviticus 11:44

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Beatitudes PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 2, 2023

Encourages understanding and living out the Beatitudes, demonstrating faith through actions and standing firm in adversity.

Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today, hearts full of hope. We come with an eagerness to understand. To understand the words of our Lord Jesus Christ. Words that have guided us. Words that have comforted us. Words that have challenged us. Today, we turn to the Book of Matthew, Chapter 5, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Topics: Faithful Obedience

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

Jesus Became Just Like Us PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 15, 2023

This sermon explores the profound mystery of the incarnation, emphasizing how Jesus shared our human experiences to guide us towards righteous living.

Welcome, dear family in faith, to this gathering of hearts and minds under the divine umbrella of His word. We gather here today, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the grand narrative of God's love. We are here to engage with the Word, to allow it to shape us, mold us, and guide ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Topics: Savior, Like Us

What Is This? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 21, 2024

This sermon explores Jesus' authority and power, and encourages believers to align their lives with His values, prioritizing love over knowledge.

Welcome, beloved family in Christ. It is a joy and a privilege to gather together in His name, to open His Word, and to seek His wisdom. We are here, not because of any merit of our own, but because of the grace and mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ. It is His love that draws us, His truth that guides ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28, 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Topics: Teaching, Authority

Let Us Prepare To Receive God! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024

This sermon explores honoring God's dwelling place, embracing Christ's presence, and preparing for God, as illustrated in Jesus' cleansing of the temple.

Welcome to our time of worship and the study of God's Word. Isn't it a blessing to gather together in His name, to seek wisdom and understanding from the Scriptures? Isn't it a joy to know that we are not alone in this quest, but are joined by countless others, past and present, who have sought and ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-22

Topics: Prepare, Receive

"The Way To Preach When Apostasy Comes Into The Church" Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jul 7, 2013

The early church dealt with false teachers telling the church that certain foods and even marriage and sexual relations within marriage were sinful and should be avoided. This message deals with Paul's approach in coaching Timothy to deal with this.

THE WAY TO PREACH WHEN APOSTASY COMES INTO THE CHURCH 1 Timothy 4:1-16 Dorn Ridge, July 07, 2013 The following link will take you to an MP3 recording of this sermon: http://chirb.it/q4DEp9 INTRODUCTION: 1.) Jesus said: “I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not prevail ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Understanding The Serving Gifts Series

Contributed by Richard Goble on Jan 25, 2008

The serving gifts allow us to help and comfort others in the body. #4 of 5.

Title: Understanding The Serving Gifts Series: Discovering God’s Special Gifts Text: 1 Corinthians 12:8-10; Romans 12:6-8 Theme: The serving gifts allow us to help and comfort others in the body. I. LEADERSHIP/ADMINISTRATION/RULING – PROVIDING DIRECTION TO THE BODY. Romans 12:8 “…he who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Face To Face: Inner Conflicts Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 26, 2010

Part 5 in the series Faith that works. Dealing with the inner conflicts we feel in our lives and how to handle them properly.

Face to Face with yourself: inner conflict James chapter 4:1-6 Introduction: We are still in the series Faith that works. I believe this is the 5th sermon. This morning dealing with inner conflict. Some say “I hope so and so is listening”. ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-6

Denomination: Nazarene

Insight N 2 God Series

Contributed by Darren Sirmans on Jul 30, 2010

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Luke 6: 37 Jeremiah 44: 9 In the game of life and death the wisdom of a woman wins, her strategies on the field have worked. The feminist movement from the beginning of time has influenced, much of the reform in which society relates to her well-arranged picture. All of the styles that ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational