Sermons on Honest Scales:

For All Peoples (Fifteenth Sunday After Pentecost September 18, 2022)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Sep 14, 2022

…. Paul was still fighting the good fight … and running his race …. imparting his wisdom to Timothy his spiritual son. …. In this second chapter of this epistle Paul shares with Timothy why petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving must be made for all people (1 Timothy 2:1).

FOR ALL PEOPLES Text: 1 Timothy 2:1-7 1 Timothy 2:1-7 I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people— (2) for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. (3) This is good, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

The 10 Commandments Of Fellowship

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Oct 9, 2001

This is a great passage on fellowship. If we’re going to grow warmer through fellowship, we need to follow these 10 commandments.

“The 10 Commandments of Fellowship” Rom. 12:9-21 Intro. Some kids were asked to write letters to God. Here’s what some of them had to say. Dear GOD, it rained for our whole vacation and is my father mad! He said some things about You that people are not supposed to say, but I hope You will not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Believe In?

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Apr 15, 2007

Tag-team preaching session. Asking believers "How solid is their faith/knowledge/belief in God" and show how others are so easily confused.

What do YOU believe? Introduction (Ron) Society tells us to believe one thing Religion tells us to believe another And God’s Word, NOT religion, tells us to believe something else What do you believe in? Where is your faith anchored? How solid is your faith? Tonight, we will look at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Commandments For Living With Humanity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024

Emphasizes the importance of living a life guided by God's commandments, fostering respect, honesty, and harmony in our relationships.

Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, we gather here today under the banner of God's love, a love so profound, so encompassing, that it has the power to change hearts, alter destinies, and heal the deepest wounds. We are here to immerse ourselves in the teachings of our Lord, to seek wisdom and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12-17

Topics: Commandments, Living With Humanity

A Study Of Psalm 31 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 2, 2018

David writes, “Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the LORD.” Will we submit to God and be faithful, or continue to do things ourselves? Our calling is to be faithful to God, to love Him because of what He has done.

A Study of Psalm 31 Psalm 31 Introduction - Good evening … short intro on new format - Open to all, may allow more to attend due to busy schedules - Comments can be seen by all, questions can be asked through them - Invite: Advent series on SUNDAY mornings – 1 left w/ communion - Looking at ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 31:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Integrity In An Age Of Internet Fraud Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 1, 2025

Fraud and internet crime may offer temporary wealth, but they lead to eternal loss. What shall it profit a man if he gains the whole world and loses his soul? (Matthew 16:26).

INTEGRITY IN AN AGE OF INTERNET FRAUD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 11:1, Ephesians 4:28 Supporting Texts: Leviticus 19:11, 1 Timothy 6:9-10, Matthew 16:26, 2 Corinthians 8:21, Romans 12:17 INTRODUCTION: We are living in an age where digital crime—popularly known as “Yahoo-Yahoo,” ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:1, Ephesians 4:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

We Hold These Truths

Contributed by Jim Kane on Jul 11, 2002

There are six truths, six values the church must hold, proclaim, and demonstrate so that others can experience God’s freedom.

Our county will turn 226 on Thursday and I asked myself, “What would Washington, Jefferson, Adams, and others think of this country almost 226 years after they wrote and approved the Declaration of Independence? Would they like it? Would they recognize it? Would they still want to live in ...read more

Scripture: John 14:16, John 18:37-38

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus Transformed People And Institutions Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on May 17, 2005

Part 8 of 8 on Jesus preached during Lent with this message focusing on the transformative power in placing ones life in Jesus’ hands.

Jesus Transformed People and Institutions Sunday, April 28, 2002 TEXT: Mark 11: 15-17 Last week we completed a series on Celebrating Jesus. As I looked over the whole series and pondered the things that really drew people to Jesus, there is one that I think was missing on the list. I find it very ...read more

Scripture: Mark 11:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Worship: Expressing Your Love To God Series

Contributed by Tim Olson on Mar 14, 2001

The object of this message is to get you to evaluate your relationship with God and to point out ways to strengthen your love for God.

SERIES: PRIORITIES FOR PLEASING GOD #1 WORSHIP: EXPRESSING YOUR LOVE FOR GOD KBF & 00-01-14 & Tim Olson INTRO: WORSHIP IS EXPRESSING YOUR LOVE FOR GOD There’s a new "reality" TV show on Fox Network called "Temptation Island" that is the subject of discussion these days. Many people are very ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30

God Demands A Just Society

Contributed by Clarence Weaver Sr on Oct 12, 2002

God condemns the descendants of Josiah, who were unjust, and unrighteous towards the poor.

GOD DEMANDS A JUST SOCIETY JEREMIAH 22:13-17, 21-23 By Clarence Weaver LESSON AIM After studying today’s lesson, students should understand that the Lord used His prophet Jeremiah to warn the people of Judah that He was greatly displeased with the unjust treatment the poor received at the hands of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 22:13-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Bible And War 2

Contributed by David Welch on Feb 18, 2003

This message was the second in a series presented during the Desert Storm conflict but is applicable to today’s conflict.

Chico Alliance Church WAR AND THE BIBLE Part Two IV. RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PHYSICAL AND SPIRITUAL WARFARE? There are many parallels between the realities of our seen physical world and the realities in the unseen spiritual realm. In fact, God has specifically created the physical world as an ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:14-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

New Shoes Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jan 25, 2019

Ephesians 6:10-15

GEARING UP FOR WAR - New Shoes September 25, 2022 Ephesians 6:10-15 Introduction: Every August when I was growing up my mom would take me downtown to a store called Wolffe Wiles (This is pre-mall invasion). The purpose of this excursion was to purchase me new shoes for the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heaven, Hell And The Walking Dead Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Oct 25, 2021

Heaven and hell has been placed on us by a perfect, love and just Father.

Last week we began a three week Halloween series we’re calling - Heaven, Hell and The Walking Dead. It’s a series to answer three of the most asked questions by Christians and non-Christians: what happens after we die. As we talked about heaven, we learned that Heaven is a real place where Christ ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:23, Luke 16:28, Matthew 25:30, Matthew 24:51, Matthew 22:13, Matthew 13:42, Matthew 8:12, Mark 9:44-48, Romans 3:23, 1 John 1:5, Matthew 25:41, Psalm 18:30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Four Kinds Of People In Responding To God's Word

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Feb 21, 2024

Why does the same sermon receive different responses from its listeners? This sermon shows four types of listeners in responding to God's word.

Often, Jesus spoke in parables. According to "Vine's Expository Dictionary," the word "parable" in Greek means "to place one thing next to another for the purpose of comparing." A "parable" is an illustrative story in which a familiar idea is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:3-9, Matthew 13:18-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Is Your Prayer Life?

Contributed by Davon Huss on Feb 18, 2014

A sermon on encouraging married couples to pray together (Material adapted from http://www.coupleswhopray.com/)

HoHum: Several years ago, Redbook magazine did a computer survey on sexual attitudes and practices (not surprising). What was surprising in the survey was they sprinkled questions about religion in with the study. The survey of about 19,000 women showed that “strongly religious” women ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ