Sermons on Influencing Others To Sin:

Forgiveness

Contributed by Dr. Travis Shipley on Apr 7, 2011

Forgiveness is about you as much as anyone else.

Forgiveness I shared with you Sun that sometimes when I share things, the message I have is for me. Who does the message the pastor has apply to? You? Just you? Everybody? No God may be speaking to all of us tonight but I know he is talking to me. Everybody has been wounded by someone? ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37

Denomination: *other

The Salt And Light Shaker

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Feb 15, 2017

We are entrusted with the light of God’s truth, that truth is our Savior Jesus Christ. It behoves us to reach ever higher to come together in ever larger numbers so that the light of our individual candles becomes a beacon that penetrates the darkness

The Salt and Light Shaker Matthew 5:13-16 Earlier this week our Adult Bible Study group took a look at how Jesus made reference to salt and light as He cautioned us about our need to stay salty and to uphold the light that illuminates our candles as His followers. We examined in depth how these ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Bold Walk. Part 2 Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 1, 2009

We are called to let our light shine! What does that mean?

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Last week we examined what it meant to be the salt of the world. • Today we are going to look at part 2 of our message on the Bold Walk. • For our walk to be bold, we must get out of the salt shaker so we can bring flavor to this world along with all the other wonderful ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's All Greek To Me Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 13, 2009

Explanation of the Greek documents behind our New Testament

Text: 2 Peter 1:16-21, Title: It’s All Greek to Me, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/14/09, PM A. Opening illustration: speak to the uniqueness of the bible—Josh McDowell, New Evidence, pg. 4-15 B. Background to passage: Peter is explaining the reliability of the gospel and the testimony of the apostles. It’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Romans 15:1-3 Series

Contributed by Zak Saenz on Jan 8, 2007

Romans 15:1-3

Romans 15:1-3 (Read 1-13) 1We who are strong ought to bear with the failings of the weak and not to please ourselves. 2Each of us should please his neighbor for his good, to build him up. 3For even Christ did not please himself but, as it is written: "The insults of those who insult you have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-3

Denomination: Bible Church

The Secret To Greatness Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 12, 2014

We’ve been through the desert temptation, witnessed the calling of Matthew, the return of the Rabbi. . . This message takes us to about 14 days from the crucifixion.

THE SECRET TO GREATNESS Mark 10.32-45 Lenten Message April 6, 2014 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL A We’ve been through the desert temptation, witnessed the calling of Matthew, the return of the Rabbi. . . 1 This message takes us to about 14 days from the crucifixion. a He’s ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: Baptist

God's Greatness In Grandparents

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Nov 16, 2011

If you’re a Grandparent and a Christian then you need to know that God has put greatness within you to be lavished on your Grandchildren. You just might be sharing ice cream with one of the giants of our faith who just hasn’t grown up yet.

Gods Greatness in Grandparents 2 Timothy 1:1-14 If you’re a Grandparent and a Christian then you need to know that God has put greatness within you to be lavished on your Grandchildren. At a round-table discussion, various religious leaders tried to answer the question "When does life ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christians Effectively Minister Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jun 30, 2008

Christians are called to make mature disciples in the power of the Holy Spirit and the word

CHRISTIANS EFFECTIVELY MINISTER A CHRISTIAN IS… Colossians 1:24-2:3 OBJECTIVE: Christians are called by God to minister to others and He equips them to minister effectively. Let’s begin today’s message by correcting a misunderstanding of ministry: MINISTRY BELONGS TO PASTORS AND CHRISTIAN ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Hate Hypocrisy

Contributed by Nate Herbst on Feb 25, 2009

Hypocrisy among believers is the excuse people use to justify not trusting Christ; hypocrisy kills and it is time we as believers draw close to our Savior living in the light in honesty and integrity.

Hypocrisy vs. Living in the light
 Stories!!!
 Hypocrisy is terrible - Any of you like hypocrites? 
 I’m not pointing any fingers but after hearing these stories I decided this was too important not to address it. 
 1 Cor.5:11 - You must not associate with anyone who calls ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living At The Wrong Address?

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Oct 1, 2010

The Bible tells us that there are only two addresses and they are so different you can easily tell them apart. But it seems strange to me that sometimes although you can easily tell them apart, God’s people end up living at the wrong address. So today we

Living at the Wrong Address? Jeremiah 17:5-6 Introduction: If I were to ask you where you live, I may get a variety of answers. Some may look at the big picture and say “I live in America.” Others may be looking at the big picture but not quite as big and say “I live in ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

Provoking Good Deeds And Love

Contributed by Jeremy Harbin on Feb 16, 2020

"Provoking" is the ability to call forth a reaction, feeling, or emotion from another. The reaction is usually unwanted. What if we used this power to call out the good in our neighbor?

1. What a strange phrase in our Bibles: PROVOKE ONE ANOTHER TO LOVE AND GOOD WORKS. 2. When we hear the word “provoke” we don’t often think of good intentions or good outcomes. 3. We might think of the guy who cuts us off on the interstate, and he doesn’t even use his blinker when he does it . He ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

The Power To Meet Needs

Contributed by Leonard Davis on Mar 4, 2016

People may genuinely want to help others and because God is left out, they set out to do it in their own strength. It doesn’t take long when dealing with material wealth and/or material resources that limitations are soon reached.

THE POWER TO MEET NEEDS John 6:5-11, 26-31, 47-51 You’ve heard of having too much month at the end of the money. Our resources can run out before all the needs are met. For a lot of people this is an ongoing experience. They are like the person described in the song Sixteen Tons – ...read more

Scripture: John 6:5-51

Denomination: Baptist

The Shalom Of Christ

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 30, 2013

We need deep, lasting, abiding peace. The only thing like that is the peace of Christ.

This is a beautiful passage of Scripture. I love the picture it paints. Do you think in pictures? Who here is a visual learner? I definitely am! My Dad was an accomplished artist, and he always taught me that when it comes to a painting, to visual design, the eye must be captivated by something in ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prince Of Peace Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Nov 30, 2023

Let the government of your life rest on His shoulders. Then you will find the peace OF God, peace WITH God, and peace with others, as well.

Some time ago, the AARP Bulletin asked readers to respond to the question: What's your strategy for coping with stress? The answers ranged from “eat a chocolate chip cookie” to “have a stiff drink.” But Don Betz of Oakdale, Minnesota, offered his own unique solution. Every January 1st, Betz ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:5-7, John 14:27, Philippians 4:6-7, Romans 5:1, John 1:11-12, Ephesians 2:12-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Pick Up The Oil And Anoint Somebody!

Contributed by Ken Crow on Jul 3, 2010

We need to become encouragers and anointers.

Pick Up the Oil and Anoint Somebody! 2 Kings 9:1-7 (King James Version) Pastor Ken Crow 2 Kings 9 1And Elisha the prophet called one of the children of the prophets, and said unto him, Gird up thy loins, and take this box of oil in thine hand, and go to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 9:1-7

Denomination: Church Of God