Sermons on human frailty: showing 1-15 of 80,254

Even In The Deserts Of Our Life, Christ Is There Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 3, 2021

As weak and sinful as I am, He gives me the grace to serve Him.

Homily for Monday of 14th week in course There is an undeniable tension in the Gospels between two divine realities. On the one hand, the Lord, always kind and merciful, reveals Himself through signs and wonders–personal revelations like the angels on Jacob’s ladder, raising little girls from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:18-26, Genesis 28:10-22, Psalm 90:13

Denomination: Catholic

What Happens After We Are "cut To The Heart"? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 20, 2019

Why does our human frailty hesitate to believe that mankind will one day live with God?

Tuesday of Easter Week 2019 In Monday of Holy Week, the Divine Office gives us a snippet from one of St. Augustine’s sermons. He asks, “Why does our human frailty hesitate to believe that mankind will one day live with God?” Christ gave us the gift of His own death, so why would He not in love ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-41, John 20:11-18

Denomination: Catholic

The Frailty Of The Flesh

Contributed by Kirk Devine on Jul 11, 2007

An examination of 2 Corinthians 5:16 as it relates to our flesh and our misconception of it.

THE FRAILTY OF THE FLESH 2 CORINTHIANS 5:16-17 I have come to the realization that we don’t really understand the flesh… Flesh: the soft substance of a human or other animal body, consisting of muscle and fat… the physical nature of humankind as distinguished from its moral or spiritual nature. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Repentance PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 5, 2024

Explores Jesus' temptation in the wilderness, emphasizing our human frailties, the power of God's Word, and the importance of resisting worldly temptations.

Welcome, beloved, to this gathering of hearts hungry for the Word of God. We come together, not as perfect beings, but as flawed individuals seeking wisdom and guidance from our Creator. We stand together in the light of His love, ready to uncover the truths He has laid out for us in His Word. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-11

Topics: Pitfalls, Jesus

Treasure In Fragile Vessels Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 3, 2023

How God uses our human frailty to display His divine glory. Great power is from God, not from ourselves.

"Treasure in Fragile Vessels" Introduction: Begin by welcoming the congregation and reading the key passage: 2 Corinthians 4:7-10 (NLT) - "We now have this light shining in our hearts, but we ourselves are like fragile clay jars containing this great treasure. This makes it clear ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Frailty Of Faith”

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 22, 2003

While we don’t serve a weak God we can have and often to have a fragile faith.

“THE FRAILTY OF FAITH” By: Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 21:1-15 I’m thankful I’m not preaching and indeed can’t preach on the frailty or weakness of salvation! While we don’t serve a weak God we can have and often to have a fragile faith. 1. DISCOURAGED FAITH ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-15

Christ, Our Advocate 1 John 2:1 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 25, 2024

In 1 John 2:1. The apostle John speaks directly to the hearts of believers, addressing us tenderly as “my dear children.” He writes with a deep pastoral concern to encourage us to live holy lives, avoiding sin.

Christ, Our Advocate 1 John 2:1 1 John 2:1 (NLT) – “My dear children, I am writing this to you so that you will not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate who pleads our case before the Father. He is Jesus Christ, the one who is truly righteous.” Introduction Today we explore the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1, 1 Peter 1:15-16, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Romans 3:23, Hebrews 4:15-16, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Romans 8:1, Romans 12:2, 1 John 1:9, John 1:29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Ichabod: Where Is The Glory? Series

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Sep 26, 2023

In the story of "Ichabod: Where is the Glory?" we explore God's presence, human frailty, and His enduring faithfulness. It's a journey from despair to restoration, revealing God's unchanging love.

Ichabod: Where is the Glory? Introduction: In our study of the book of Samuel, we come across a tragic event that signifies the departure of the glory of God from His people. The story of the Ark of the Covenant and its capture by the Philistines reveals the consequences of sin and disobedience. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 4:19-22, 1 Samuel 2:12-17, Exodus 40:34-35, Psalm 24:7-10, Exodus 25:8, Matthew 18:20, 1 Samuel 3:11-14, Leviticus 10:1-3, Numbers 4:15, 1 Corinthians 11:27-30, 1 Corinthians 2:14-16, 1 Thessalonians 5:21, Exodus 24:16, Exodus 33:22, Exodus 40:34, Psalm 51:11, Revelation 2:4-5, Exodus 25:10-22, Exodus 25:22, Revelation 3:1-3, James 4:7-10, 2 Chronicles 7:14, Acts 3:19, Micah 6:6-8, Romans 12:1, Psalm 42:1-2, John 15:4-5  (view more)  (view less)

When God Is Not Logical

Contributed by Monte Brown on Nov 13, 2007

Each of us has or will ask God, why? Why is this thing happening in my life? It does not necessarily mean that we have no faith in God, it just shows our human frailty and perhaps our desire to know and understand Him. We live in what I call the Star Trek

When God Is Not Logical Isaiah 55:8-12 Randall Road Baptist July 23, 2000 Sunday Morning Monte T. Brown Introduction: Each of us has or will ask God, why? Why is this thing happening in my life? It does not necessarily mean that we have no faith in God, it just shows our human ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

Humans!

Contributed by Neal Gray on Nov 15, 2001

Tell me: why do Christians behave they way they do? Hmmm? I mean, less-than-holy behavior at times. It’s because they are "human." Human! An incalculable gift from God!

"Humans!" Author: Dr. Neal Gray Passage: Romans 7:18 - 8:1, KJV Purpose: Tell me: why do Christians behave they way they do? Hmmm? I mean, less-than-holy behavior at times. It’s because they are "human." Human! An incalculable gift from God! INTRODUCTION Opening Have you stopped to think about ...read more

Denomination: Holiness

Human

Contributed by Billy Kangas on Jun 21, 2007

When we treat each other like dirt we are denying that God has made them in his image. We are eliminating the spiritual element of their existence.

When the world was six days old God decided that he was ready to pull out the big guns. He rolled up his sleeves and created humanity. He took some dust and breathed on it, and the bible tells us that the dust became man. He called the man of the ground Adam, which was a good name for him, but I ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Majesty Of God And The Value Of Humanity Psalm 8:3-4 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 18, 2024

Psalm 8:3-4 invite us to contemplate the grandeur of God’s creation and the incredible value He places on humanity.

Transformed by Truth: The Majesty of God and the Value of Humanity Psalm 8:3-4 Psalm 8:3-4 (NLT): "When I look at the night sky and see the work of your fingers—the moon and the stars you set in place—what are mere mortals that you should think about them, human beings that you should care ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 8:3-4, Genesis 1:16, Psalm 8:4, Psalm 8:3, Job 7:17-18, Matthew 10:29-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Transformed By Truth: A Father’s Compassion Psalm 103:13-14 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 18, 2024

In Psalm 103:13-14 we see the tender heart of God as our Father, His deep compassion for us, and His understanding of our frailty.

Transformed by Truth: A Father’s Compassion Psalm 103:13-14 Psalm 103:13-14 (NLT): "The Lord is like a father to his children, tender and compassionate to those who fear him. For he knows how weak we are; he remembers we are only dust." Introduction: Today, we are diving into the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:13-14, Psalm 103:13, Isaiah 49:15, Psalm 103:14, Genesis 2:7, Proverbs 9:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Discover The Light

Contributed by Mark Green on Jan 25, 2006

To discover the light of the incarnation and how the incarnation challenges us to know Christ, live abundantly and be consumed by Him.

(Begin with all lights in worship center off) Darkness. Have you ever been in a place so dark that it felt as if you could reach out and touch the darkness? I’ve been out in the deep woods after dark and I remember not being able to see my hand in front of my face. That was dark. On Thanksgiving ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Joy

Contributed by David Moore on Jul 21, 2004

Joy despite circumstances

Philippians 1 3-11 We are going to be looking at Philippians for the next month or so. Philippians is a great letter of Paul to a wonderful church. Paul, as you may remember, was the apostle to the Gentiles, to all of us non-Jews. He wrote many letters to different churches which were so wonderful ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed