Sermons on injustice: showing 631-645 of 6,435

The Parable Of The Unjust Judge

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Oct 7, 2019

Is this really about the unjust judge?

The Parable of the Unjust Judge Luke 18:1-8 Parables are useful stories in that they present simple points. In the case of this parable, one can see the value of persistence. It is similar to what Jesus says in The Sermon on the Mount where He says: “Persist in asking, and you will receive. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Travesty To Majesty Part Three - Early Daylight Hours: "what Crime Has He Committed?" Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 21, 2019

And so it goes public . . . Jesus, a good man, could not be tried for cause - so the court of public opinion, manipulated by his enemies, was used by ungodly people to do their dirty work.

MARK SERMON XII – TRAVESTY TO MAJESTY – MARK 14:53---16:8 Series Within A Series PART THREE – EARLY DAYLIGHT HOURS: “What crime has he committed?” ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:1-13

Fruit Of Gentleness Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 26, 2021

In the epistle to Galatians 5:23, Paul used the word Gentleness. This word Gentleness and Meekness are used interchangeably in the Bible. The Greek word ‘Praotes’ is translated as meek and gentle by different scholars and translators.

Theme: Fruit of Gentleness Text: Colossians 3:12-14 & Galatians 5:22-23. Greetings & Introduction: Gentleness is the quality of being kind, tender, or mild-mannered. Bible Dictionary defines it as ‘Sensitivity of disposition and kindness of behaviour, founded on strength and prompted by ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Methodist

Big Lies, Little Lies And Hope Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Mar 12, 2022

Does the divine author of this Bible understand? Does this Word of God have anything to say to us who wonder what tomorrow will bring?

2nd Sunday in Lent The child was about eighteen months old, fast asleep in his little bed. Mom and Dad had just retired for the night, pleased that their son was growing so fast and learning so much. But as they were falling into that twilight state between wakefulness and slumber, a horrible ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21, Luke 9:28-36, Genesis 15:5-12, Genesis 15:17-18

Denomination: Catholic

When God Fills The Church

Contributed by Amiri Hooker on Aug 24, 2024

Introduction: In the dedication of Solomon’s Temple, we witness a profound moment where God’s presence descends like a cloud, filling the house of the Lord with His glory. This event is more than just a historical account; it is a powerful reminder of what it means for God to fill His church today.

25 August 2024 FOURTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, YEAR B New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition Dedication of the Temple 8 Then Solomon assembled the elders of Israel and all the heads of the tribes, the leaders of the ancestral houses of the Israelites, before King Solomon in Jerusalem, to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:1-6, 1 Kings 8:10-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Be 100% (Be Real) PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Live a life of sincere love, genuine hospitality, and harmony with others, even in the face of adversity, as guided by Romans 12:9-21.

Good morning, family. Today we're diving into Paul's letter to the Romans. We'll be exploring Romans 12:9-21, a passage that calls us to a life of love, genuine hospitality, and harmony with others. As R.C. Sproul once said, "In the New Testament, love is more of a verb than a noun. It has more to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Topics: Testimony, Faith

Jesus Clears The Temple Series

Contributed by Robert Galasso on Feb 17, 2002

Jesus Christ could not look the other way at the abuses being perpetrated in the House of God.

Introduction: Jesus Christ could not look the other way at the abuses pepetrated in the House of God. His passionate response to human greed caused an uproar among the abusers. I. What’s The Big Deal? vs.13-17 The court was so full of merchants that foreigners found it difficult to worship. ...read more

Scripture: John 2:13-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Proverbs 31 Woman Married To An April 1st Man

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Mar 8, 2002

Abigail was the wise wife of a fool!

1 Samuel 25 I. The Introduction of the Couple A. The introduction of Nabal, 2-3 B. The introduction of Abigail, v. 3 II. The Injustice of Nabal A. David’s diplomacy, 4-9 B. Nabal’s defiance, 10-12 III. The Indignation of David, verse 13, “. . .Gird ye on every man his sword. . . .” A. David ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

A Seeing Faith Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Apr 20, 2002

We can have confidence in God.

A SEEING FAITH Habakkuk 2:1-20 S: Understanding God Th: Where is God when things go wrong? Pr: WE CAN HAVE CONFIDENCE IN GOD. ?: Why? KW: Explanations TS: We will find in our study three explanations of why we can have confidence in God. The ____ explanation of why we can have confidence in God ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

"God Is Constantly Delivering Us From The Various "Imprisonments” Of Life.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Nov 9, 2001

Year C. twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost Psalm 98, November 18, 2001 Title: “God is constantly delivering us from the various “imprisonments” of life.”

Year C. twenty-fourth Sunday after Pentecost Psalm 98, November 18, 2001 Title: “God is constantly delivering us from the various “imprisonments” of life.” Psalm 98 “1 O sing to the LORD a new song, for he has done marvelous things. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 98:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Social Justice Stream Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 15, 2007

Jesus as a social revolutionary.

The Social Justice Stream: How Broad Is The Kingdom Of God February 19, 2006 Intro: How broad is the Kingdom of God? Over the past 6 weeks, we have looked at the Evangelical stream, which calls us to know God through His Word. We have looked at the Charismatic stream, which calls us to live in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

There's No Marriage In Heaven! (Luke 20:27-38)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 9, 2007

Things are about to change. The things we love as well as the things we hate - all is to be ’recreated’! ...

Luke Chapter 20 – Jesus tells us that there is no marriage in heaven. One of the few clear memories I have of being lectured to by our current Archbishop while in seminary was when he spoke on this passage. He began by saying that early on in his marriage, whenever his wife Christine read this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:27-38

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Fasting

Contributed by Tony Grant on Nov 14, 2005

the point of life and living is to be a blessing to someone else. As Christians, we are called to imitate Christ, and the way we do that is by acting for the betterment of humankind, one person at a time, one instant at a time, one opportunity at a time.

Fasting Isaiah 58: 6-8 2319 words 02/27/05 6 Is not this the fast that I choose: to loose the bonds of injustice, to undo the thongs of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and to break every yoke? 7 Is it not to share your bread with the hungry, and bring the homeless poor into your house; ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"When It's All Been Said And Done"

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Jul 23, 2008

Paul knows he will soon go to be with the Lord. He shares three things Christians need to do.

“When it’s All Been Said and Done” July 27, 2008 ”In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge: Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Holiness

Seven Seals - Persecution And Vindication Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on May 12, 2012

“Why doesn’t God do something about the state of the world?” John is given an answer as he watches the Lamb of God, the Lion of Judah begin to unseal the scroll that’ll determine the destiny of the world.

<video - Handel:Why Do The Nations?> It’s a question that people still ask today: “Why doesn’t God do something about the state of the world?” “Why doesn’t God do something about the state of my life. In fact it’s a cry that’s been going up to the ...read more

Denomination: Anglican