Sermons on Introspection:

When Relationships Turn Nasty Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 15, 2007

Respect and relationships deteriorate when people are not trustworthy.

When Relationships Turn Nasty Exodus 10 1.The good and bad of protocol a. Some people are simply rude and do not know it: DEAR MISS MANNERS -- Trying to keep the conversation going at a family dinner, I decided to look at people’s hands. I remarked that one grandson and also his wife had ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 10:1-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Power To See It Through!

Contributed by Lark Lewis on Nov 8, 2008

Obviously the qualities which make a good start possible are not identical with the qualities which see life through to the end.

The Power to See it Through Philemon 24, Colossians 4:14, 2 Timothy 4:10 2 Tim. 4:10 For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica; Crescens to Galatia, Titus unto Dalmatia. CONCERNING one character in the New Testament, mentioned only three times, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:10

Denomination: Apostolic

What Is Jesus To You? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 26, 2007

We all have expectations of who Jesus is and what He is about. Are yours correct? Jesus’ family, friends, and even His enemies had misconceptions about His real purpose.

What is Jesus to you? It’s an honest question. A recent online poll found that 37% said Jesus may or may not have even existed and that there is no way to know for sure, 23% said that the gospels are a bunch of fictional tales, 16% say that he may have existed but so many myths have grown up around ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Cultivate Joy & Peace Series

Contributed by Chad Garrison on Mar 2, 2009

We are all called to continually "Cultivate" the Fruit of the Spirit. Here we focus on Joy and Peace.

Cultivate the Fruit of the Spirit Joy/Peace Psalm 16:8-9 cul·ti·vate vt 1. to work land or prepare soil for growing crops 4. to improve or develop something, usually by study or education 5. to develop an acquaintance or intimacy with somebody, often for personal advantage Galatians 5:22-25 22But ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Foursquare

God’s Answers Are Always Appropriate Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Jul 21, 2010

The purpose of this message is to help us get an understanding that the sovereign God always speaks in such an appropriate manner to give guidance.

GOD’S ANSWERS ARE ALWAYS APPROPRIATE Habakkuk 2:2-20 INTRODUCTION: A. If you have been here for the last few weeks you know, by now, that Habakkuk is having a rough go of things 1. He has been praying and God has been answering, but not in the way he would have liked a. Judah was in a ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2-20

Denomination: Baptist

Who Am I More Important Than? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jan 30, 2011

Divisions are never good in the body of Christ. But when the divisions take place over a celebration of the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, things get serious real fast. In this lesson, we learn about avoiding the things that separate us, and clinging to that

Among the many problems of the Corinthian church was division. Earlier in the letter he talked about division around choosing one leader over another. In the second half of chapter 11 he focuses on another type of division that was splitting the Corinthian church: the division of rich and poor and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-35

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Righteousness Of God

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Jul 10, 2009

Jesus commands us to have a righteousness that surpasses that of the Pharisees and Scribes. Just how do we accomplish this?

“THE RIGHTEOUSNESS OF GOD” “Surpassing the Righteousness of the Pharisees and Scribes” Mt. 5:20 Fr. Christopher M. Nerreau Introduction: (READ PASSAGE) - In our gospel passage today Jesus commands us to have a righteousness that surpasses that of the Pharisees and Scribes. (v.20) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20

Denomination: Orthodox

So That

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Mar 15, 2010

A sermon about the extent to which God Loves us

Concordia Lutheran Church The Fourth Sunday of Lent, March 14. 2010 So That! 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 † IN THE NAME OF JESUS CHRIST † May the grace of God our Father, paid for by treating Christ like a sinner, help you understand that you are at peace with Him, and with all of His people, even as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:16-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Believers’ Prayer For Boldness

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jan 8, 2011

God showed a sign, the Believers prayed with unity, they asked for boldness, and as a result, God showed a sign, they were unified, and they were emboldened by the power of God!

Believers’ Prayer for Boldness First given in 2001, Sterling C. Franklin Translation used in this sermon: NIV Brief Outline -- Believers’ Prayer for Boldness Acts 4:23-33 (Broader Context: Acts 3 & 4) I. God Showed a Sign (Acts 3) II. They Prayed with Unity (4:24) III. They Asked for Boldness ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Charity

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Sep 29, 2007

Having the poor around us will be an unending condition for the world until Jesus comes back in glory to set up his kingdom. In the mean time what do we do about it?

The Rich Young Man 16Now a man came up to Jesus and asked, "Teacher, what good thing must I do to get eternal life?" 17"Why do you ask me about what is good?" Jesus replied. "There is only One who is good. If you want to enter life, obey the commandments." 18"Which ones?" the man ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Handle Criticism Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Dec 23, 2008

Exposition of Ps 7 about the words of Cush against David and his pleas for God to execute justice

Text: Psalm 7:1-17, Title: How to Handle Criticism, Date/Place: NRBC, 12/28/08, AM A. Opening illustration: The church in Jacksonville and media criticism, Rick Warren and Ann Curry B. Background to passage: Concerning the works of Cush the Benjamite—Shimei and Sheba of Benjamin, 2 Sam 16:7-8, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 7:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Thanksgiving...all The Way!!!

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on Nov 9, 2018

A message on the subject of "Thanksgiving" with the annual Thanksgiving day on the anvil!!!

Thanksgiving…all the way!!! Of atheists it is said…a bad moment for an atheist is when he feels grateful, and has no one to thank. Here is a tragi-comic “atheistic” story echoing the same sentiments even ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Denomination: *other

Does A Christian Have All Authority To Decree And Declare Things Over Their Lives?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 15, 2019

There is a growing trend within some circles of Christianity to teach that a Born-Again Christian can declare and decree things over themselves, and others, as already done.

The primary Scripture verse to support the teaching is: “Thou shalt also decree a thing, and it shall be established unto thee: and the light shall shine upon thy ways.” (Job 22:28 KJV) The Hebrew word translated ‘decree’ in the verse is ‘gazar’ which is a verb in the masculine singular, and ...read more

Scripture: Job 22:28, Job 42:7, Romans 4:17, Matthew 28:18, 2 Corinthians 12:7, Psalm 51:17, Luke 22:42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Church Revival Or Corporate Revival

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Apr 26, 2015

We will study the sequencing of Jesus' message to the seven churches viz; commend, comfort, point of failures and reward. WE will also study the 3Rs of revival Viz; Repent, Return and Recover

Church Revival/ Corporate Revival (Main reference Rev 2:8-11) Do you know the definition of a good sermon? It should have a good beginning, it should have a good ending, and they should be as close as possible. So let us see how good my sermon is going to be today. We are meditating on the topic ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11, Leviticus 7:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

New Beginning

Contributed by Brendon Wasdell on Dec 28, 2019

This New Year If Your are faced with fear and distress Prepare in the Spirit, Pray In the Spirit, Persevere in The Spirit

Outline Gen 32 Key words Fear a Distress 1. Gen 32:1-21 Jacob Prepares to Meet Esau a. Gen 32:1-5 Jacob is prepared (by Angels and sends messengers from Mahanaim to Seir) b. Gen 32:6-8 Jacob receives bad news (Esau May Attack) c. Gen 32:9-12 Jacob Prays d. Gen 32:13-21 Jacob Acts with Wisdom from ...read more