Sermons on Isaiah 1:13-17:

God's Call For Justice

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Jun 20, 2019

To be faithful to our God we must be concerned with much more than our own peace of mind or personal holiness. God calls us to care about others and the treatment they get in society.

The Gospel According to Isaiah, Part 4: God’s Call for Justice Isaiah 1:16-26 March 18, 2012 Rev. Stephen Aram Probably most of us have heard people speaking about their faith as a very private thing, something you feel in your heart, something you don’t talk about. Sometimes you hear ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:16-26

Are You Listening To God? Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 25, 2022

Though your sins be as scarlet, they will be white as snow. Your sins are as red as crimson. God can make you white as snow. God offers forgiveness in Jesus Christ. Are you listening to God?

There used to be a television commercial. In it everyone was talking and involved in all sorts of activity. One man says my broker is E. F. Hutton and he says… all stopped to listen. The commercial said when E. F. Hutton talks people listen. This is a passage where God speaks. God speaks here of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:2-20

Denomination: Baptist

Doing Justice

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Aug 3, 2020

This is the second in a two-part series on the topic, "Do Justice".

I was probably 9 or 10 when the doorbell rang one day, and answering the door, I recognized the man holding a clipboard as a neighbor, father of a friend of mine. He asked if my dad was home, and in a few moments, Dad came to the door. After exchanging pleasantries, the gentleman informed Dad of ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:8, Amos 5:21-24, Isaiah 1:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"A Rebellious Nation”

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 23, 2022

“A Rebellious Nation” – Isaiah chapter 1 verses 1-31 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Background to the book: (1). WHO - Who was Isaiah? (2). WHEN? – when did it take place? (3). WHERE? – Where did it take place? (4). WHY? - Why is Isaiah so important? (5). WHAT? - What's the big idea? Outline of chapter 1: (1). God: the judge (VS 2-4): (2). The accused: ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:1-31

Denomination: Brethren

Sermon # 5 - No Fear In Obedience Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Sep 4, 2024

Jonah chose to disobey God and ended up in a tumultuous storm. Are we walking in obedience to God and His word or are we trying to compromise and please people? Here’s a word of caution from the life of Jonah that if God is against us, there is no one who can save us.

We read in Jonah 1:5, “Then the mariners were afraid,” (ESV) The mariners were filled with dread when they saw that the sea was so tumultuous and beyond their control. They therefore, feared that the ship would be wrecked, their goods destroyed and they would lose their lives in the process. I am ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:5, Romans 8:31, Proverbs 28:9, 1 Samuel 3:19, 1 Samuel 3:10, Isaiah 1:15-17, Psalm 146:3-5, Galatians 1:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

The Widow's Mite Bible Study Lesson Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 16, 2024

New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon.

The Widow’s Mite NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their relationship with Jesus. This is a Bible study lesson, not a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:1-44, Isaiah 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Tension

Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 18, 2026

Pastor John explores the tension between honoring authority and defending against injustice.

The Tension CCCAG January 18th, 2026 Scriptures: Romans 13:1–4 | Isaiah 1:17 | Leviticus 19:33-34 ________________________________________ INTRODUCTION — Protests in Minneapolis I was originally going to resume our series in the book of 1 Corinthians, but I felt God move me in a different ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-4, Isaiah 1:17, Leviticus 19:33-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Veterans Of The Cross

Contributed by Les Buttolph on Jan 20, 2023

On this Veteran's Day celebration, we remember veterans of our military, but we are all veterans of Christ's Army

Even though Veteran’s Day is Friday, November 11, it’s important enough to celebrate it on this Sunday before the holiday. Unlike Memorial Day when we honor those who died while serving, Veterans Day celebrates the service of all U.S. military veterans. Originally it was called Armistice Day, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:16-20, 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Methodist

Why God Doesn't Hear The Prayers Of The Wicked? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 28, 2024

The Bible teaches that God is a loving and merciful God, who desires a personal relationship with each of us.

The Bible teaches that God is a loving and merciful God, who desires a personal relationship with each of us. However, this doesn't mean that God is obligated to listen to every prayer or respond to every request. In fact, the Bible is clear that God doesn't hear the prayers of the wicked. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:15, John 9:31

How To Wash And Be Cleaned In The Midst Of The Viral Pandemic?

Contributed by Patrick Usifo on Apr 9, 2020

The most important sanitizer is the Holy Spirit. He is the one we need to wash our hearts and spiritual hands. In this series, we shall learn how and what to wash in our life

With the advent of the coronavirus, daily everyone is washing hands to remain clean and uncontaminated. All because the health authorities working in liaison with the government have instructed us on what to do so in this period of the coronavirus attack. It is so simple yet so helpful in ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:15, 2 Corinthians 7:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Makes God Sick

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 11, 2020

Does your life and your church make God sick?

Isaiah 1:1-20 Scripture Reading Revelation 3:14-19 Proposition: You Must Repent of Your Sins! I. Because your sin will be publicized! 1-4 A. The preacher knows. 1 B. The World knows. 2-4 II. Because You Cannot Stand the Reaping! 5-9 A. There is no comfort! 5,6 B. There ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:1-20, Revelation 3:14-19, Revelation 3:1-3, Revelation 2:5

Denomination: Baptist

Does Prayer And Faith Complement Each Other? Series

Contributed by Billy Paul on May 12, 2020

Just praying all the time without fleshing out the answers received through prayers would tantamount to being faithless. At the same time, acting without an under girding of trust in God – which is prayer – is also tantamount to being faithless.

Three theologians sat discussing the best positions for prayer while a telephone repairman worked nearby. “Kneeling is definitely best,” claimed one. “No,” another contended, “I get the best results standing with my hands outstretched to Heaven.” “You're both wrong,” the third insisted, “the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:6-15, James 2:14-17, Matthew 6:5-15, Isaiah 1:15, Proverbs 28:9, 1 Peter 3:12  (view more)  (view less)

Games People Play With God

Contributed by John Gaston on May 27, 2020

One-third of church goers have quit watching online services and experts predict they will never come back to church! They are falling away. They are playing games with God and we must alert them to the terrible consequences.

GAMES PEOPLE PLAY WITH GOD Isaiah 1:13-17 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. An avid fan of the Washington Redskins took his dog to a friend’s house for an afternoon of watching their favorite team. The friend was surprised to see the dog, but felt like the dog might be more exciting to watch than the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:13-17, Psalm 51:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Speaking Up For Those In Need: Embracing Our Call On Safeguarding Sunday - Proverbs 31:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 14, 2024

Safeguarding Sunday, a day when we pause to focus on our responsibility to protect and care for those who are vulnerable. In the Bible, we find a clear and strong message about justice, compassion, and speaking up for those who cannot speak for themselves.

Speaking Up for Those in Need: Embracing Our Call on Safeguarding Sunday - Proverbs 31:8 Introduction Today we are gathered on Safeguarding Sunday, a day when we pause to focus on our responsibility to protect and care for those who are vulnerable. In the Bible, we find a clear and strong message ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:8, Psalm 82:3-4, Isaiah 1:17, James 1:27, Ephesians 4:2-3, 1 Corinthians 12:25-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And… Speak Up For Those Who Cannot Speak For Themselves - Proverbs 31:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Nov 9, 2025

God calls His people to stand in the gap for the vulnerable, to act with courage, to love with compassion, and to reflect the heart of Jesus Christ.

Go! And… Speak Up for those who cannot speak for themselves - Proverbs 31:8 Introduction: A Call to Courageous Compassion There are moments when silence is not golden—it is deadly. Moments when looking the other way is not grace—it is neglect. Moments when God calls His people not to remain ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:8-9, Isaiah 1:17, Luke 4:18-19, James 1:27, Psalm 46:1, Micah 6:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal