Sermons on Human Accountability:

A "persian Flaw": How Peter (And The Rest Of Us) Need To Learn To Forgive Ourselves

Contributed by Jessica Linde on Aug 29, 2024

Looking at the example of Peter and his denial of Jesus, this sermon's ultimate message is that God has long since already forgiven us of our mistakes, so now it's time that we forgive ourselves.

When I was conversing with colleagues earlier this week about the theme of today’s service, I was reminded of an idiom that we have in the English language: for something to be a “Persian flaw”. Have any of you heard this idiom before? Right… okay. A couple of you. It’s one that isn’t as common ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:33-35, John 21:15-22

Creation, Science And The Bible

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Nov 4, 2021

This message affirms that there is nothing in the Genesis account of creation that differs from the major findings of modern science.

CREATION, SCIENCE AND THE BIBLE Genesis 1:1-2:3 Bob Marcaurelle bmarcaurelle@charter.net For brevity and beauty of composition and of expression, the Bible account of creation has no equal. At the center stage is the Creator-God who acts (1:1-2) and the matter and energy of the universe comes ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Baptism

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on Jun 28, 2003

This is a short gospel message preached at a baptisimal service, using the account of Noah as symbol of baptism.

Baptism There are many misconceptions about God, many people just thinking that He is just an old man on a cloud. People can see Him as a person to cry out to only when desperate, to use as a swear word when angry or upset, and as somebody to blame when things go wrong. Many have a much clearer ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22, Genesis 6:5-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Loves A Fat Man

Contributed by Bishop William Bryant Wilmore, Jr. on Jul 7, 2003

God loves a man who is "Faithful, Accountable & Trustrworthy" - A F-A-T Man.

14For the kingdom of heaven is as a man travelling into a far country, who called his own servants, and delivered unto them his goods. 15And unto one he gave five talents, to another two, and to another one; to every man according to his several ability; and straightway took his journey. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Marks Of A Faithful Christian Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jun 12, 2007

This sermon looks at what faithfulness means. 1. ACCOUNTABILITY 2. PREPAREDNESS 3. COMMITMENT

The Marks of a Faithful Christian Each of us takes on different roles in our lives. If I were to ask you this morning to write down all the roles that you have – we could probably be here most of the day. For myself I wrote down just a few. Here they are: when it comes to relationships I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Made It To Heaven Now What

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jan 7, 2006

This sermon deals with believers going before the judgment seat of Christ to give an account of their lives.

I Made It To Heaven, Now What GNLCC 11/13/2005 Ecclesiastes 12:1-14 2 Corinthians 5:6-10 Let’s suppose one cold day you were down at Lake Erie and you saw a fisherman fall out of his boat not too far from shore. He yelled out help, “I can’t swim. Somebody help me.” You’re a pretty ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Transformation (His And Ours)

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Oct 30, 2012

Using the account of Jesus' transfiguration there are lessons we can learn about our transformation

TRANSFORMATION: His and Ours MATTHEW 17: 1-8 Today I want to talk to you about TRANSFORMATION. Most of you don't understand what that means. Many of us think of the caterpillar and the butterfly. But that is not truly transformation. Why? Because what happens to the butterfly is only EXTERNAL! ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph And Mary And Jesus Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 24, 2012

In this lesson, an analysis of the account of Joseph and Mary and Jesus will demonstrate to us the obedience of Joseph and Mary.

Scripture We are studying the life of Jesus in the Gospel of Luke in a sermon series I am calling, “To Seek and To Save the Lost.” We have looked at Luke’s description of the birth of Jesus. Last time we examined the shepherd’s visit to Jesus in Bethlehem on the night of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:21-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Road To Emmaus

Contributed by Clark Harden on Apr 7, 2013

The road to Emmaus involved the two disciples going the right way, obstructions, an account, and a detour.

The Road to Emmaus There was a group of climbers who set out to scale a large mountain in Europe. The view boasted a breathtaking peak of snowcapped rocks. On clear days the crested point reigned as king on the horizon. Its white tip jutted into the blue sky inviting admiration and offering ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-27

Denomination: Baptist

Sinfulness Saddens The Savior

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 11, 2021

People reject God's truth and are accountable. Jesus seeks the sinners salvation.

SINFULNESS SADDENS THE SAVIOR (Outline) August 8, 2021 - Pentecost 11 - MATTHEW 23:34-39 INTRO.: Sinfulness brings sadness. Our world is filled with many sad things. It is all because of the effects of sin. God created a perfect world. Adam and Eve lived in God’s perfect creation. Ad-am ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:34-39

Denomination: Lutheran

Like The Days Of Noah Series

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Sep 19, 2019

The account off Noah is a big message to the church. It is actually a guideline on how to prepare for the Lord.

Both children and adults are familiar with the story of Noah. We all know about Noah building an ark where animals entered into by two by two. From our childhood we are taught songs about Noah and the ark. The account off Noah is a big message to the church. It is actually a guideline on how to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:37-39, Genesis 6:5-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Condemnation Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 7, 2018

Message 16 from John's gospel exploring the account of Jesus and the woman caught in adultery.

Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “No Condemnation” Introduction Most all of us have encountered at one time or another, the assault of two terrible tormentors whose devastating duty is to block any progress toward maturity. They are closely related and work as a nasty team. Guilt and Bitterness ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11, Romans 8:10-17, Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

He Is Risen Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 14, 2018

Message 47 in our journey through John's gospel. This message explore the resurrection account.

Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Blessed Believers” John 20 The 20th chapter of John relates the next phase of God’s eternal plan. Paul summarized the gospel message to a group of Christians in Corinth. Now I make known to you, brethren, the gospel which I preached to you, which also you ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Picture Of God's Grace

Contributed by Edwin Crozier on Sep 20, 2013

This sermon examines the account of Peter walking on the water to see the true nature of the Grace of God.

Introduction: We all know we are supposed to say God’s grace is amazing, marvelous, wonderful. That’s what the songs tell us. And yet, I wonder when someone will write a song discussing how confusing it is. It must be confusing because I hear all kinds of different thoughts about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:27-33

Denomination: *other

Characters Of Christmas 1 Zacharias And Elizabeth

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Nov 26, 2023

First in series leading up to Christmas. This series addresses characters met in the Christmas account.

Characters of Christmas 1 Zacharias and Elizabeth This morning I would like to see what the Bible says about some of the characters involved with Christmas. We are going to read a bit more of scripture than we usually do, so let me encourage you to grab a Bible from the back, if you don’t have ...read more

Denomination: Baptist