Sermons on Judges 14 16 1:

Provoking Thoughts From 1 John (12 Of 16)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 10, 2022

We see many differences in God’s church today when we compare it to the New Testament church.

For example, I am sure that if the apostle Paul could come back today and see the excellent buildings we worship in, he would marvel over them and see them as a big improvement compared to what they had worshipped in. But, as big a contrast as that might be, there is a greater difference he would ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Laborers: An Exposition Of Matthew 20:1-16

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Sep 9, 2020

Parables are more than stories from life. They illustrate something greater.

The Parable of the Laborers: An Exposition of Matthew 20:1-16 Have you ever wondered about what Jesus did between the time he astonished the rabbis in the Temple when He was twelve years old and the time He came to John the Baptist for baptism when he was about thirty years of age. All Luke tells ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16, Matthew 20:17-19, Matthew 19:16-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Go! And Proclaim The Power Of The Gospel - Romans 1:16 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 31, 2025

The gospel is the power of God, and as followers of Christ, we are called to share it boldly.

Go! And Proclaim the Power of the Gospel - Romans 1:16 Introduction: Charles Spurgeon once said, "The gospel is like a lion. It does not need to be defended, it just needs to be let out of its cage." The gospel is the power of God, and as followers of Christ, we are called to share it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16, 1 Corinthians 1:18, John 3:16, Mark 8:38

Denomination: Pentecostal

Defending Hope - 1 Peter 3:15-16 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jan 22, 2025

Be ready to defend not mainly a body of doctrine, but the feeling of hope you have in you when you are abused.

1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that is in you. But do this with gentleness and respect, 16 keeping a clear conscience, so that when your good behavior in Christ is being ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-16

God Judges The Inside, Not The Outside Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Aug 18, 2008

God chose David for his heart, not his appearance

1 Samuel 16:1-13 – David is anointed August 10, 2008 For the rest of the summer, and possibly into September, I’m going to preach through some stories of King David. But, I think that to get to David, you have to start back a little further. Hannah and Samuel 1 Samuel 1:1-2 There was a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:1-13

Denomination: *other

Gideon Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 11, 2010

God called Gideon a “Mighty Warrior” even when he did not look like it but we must remember that God sees what we do not see and we in turn must trust him and answer the call.

Series: Here comes the Judge! The book of Judges: It is the history of the Judges of Israel and is connected with the previous book of Joshua, as a “link in the chain of books.” It describes the history of Israel under different leaderships, governments and their deliverances from other powers ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Study Of Judges And Ruth Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 23, 2015

The Study Of Judges And Ruth

The Study Of Judges And Ruth 2 Timothy 3:16 (KJV) 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: The time of the Judges was a very dark period in the history of God’s chosen people. Israel ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Foursquare

Judges Part 2

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on May 2, 2023

NASB, footnotes by biblegateway.com

Israel Oppressed by Midian 6 Then the sons of Israel did what was evil in the sight of the Lord; and the Lord gave them into the hands of Midian seven years. DO EVIL AND THERE MAY BE CONSEQUENCES. 2 The [a]power of Midian prevailed against Israel. Because of Midian the sons of Israel made for ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Overcoming Tendencies To Judge

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 20, 2003

Realize that in the way you judge or criticize others, God will hold you to the same standard. Jesus said, "Do not judge or you too will be judged. For in the same way as you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measu

Overcoming Tendencies to Judge What are the problems with trying to play the role of a judge over others? Illustration:Angry cynical people die young. Men who score high for hostility on standard tests are four times more likely to die prematurely than men whose scores are low. Bottom Line, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Here Comes The Judge! Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 7, 2009

Let’s look at one of the best known passages in the Bible!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Can you tell me the one verse in the bible everyone seems to have memorized? • How many times have we just taken a look at another person and made a judgment about them. We take one look at them and we think that we know everything about them? • Have you ever felt the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Basis For Judging Others Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Oct 8, 2007

What is the basis for making judgments of others? Jesus teaches how one’s fruit will expose the heart as well as the choice in life.

I. INTRODUCTION A. The Dangers of In/Out of Context 1. Key Verse of S.O.M. - Matthew 5:20 a. The Setting - Jesus Has Just Called The Disciples All they had for examples before Jesus was the Pharisee and Scribes. Jesus needed to show them his way of life was different. b. The LAW was all they had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

Parable Of The Unjust Judge Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 4, 2007

Includes info. on "Jessica’s Law", child predators, lenient judges, and some powerful spiritual lessons Jesus taught about His Father and about prayer. Link included to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

Parable of the Unjust Judge Luke 18:1-8 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/UnjustJudge.html Bad judges have highlighted the news more than ever the last few months as investigations into rulings doled out to child predators have revealed so many judges exercising extreme lenience that is not helping ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Three Tribunals

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 17, 2013

A sermon on 1 Corinthians 4:3-5 (Based on a sermon by Mark Copeland at: http://executableoutlines.com/1cor/1co4_3.htm)

HoHum: Many years ago, A preacher told of a man he had little respect for because he considered him to be miserly and covetous. One day when this person contributed only a small gift to a worthy charity, the preacher openly criticized him. After the incident, the man went to the preacher privately ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discovering Christ In Judges

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 20, 2013

A quick outline of Judges. Man is prone to wander from God. He raised up His prophet and a judge & a deliverer. The same is found in Christ

- Joshua a book of victory - Judges a book of failure, defeat & shame - Judges title comes from the leaders who governed Israel 1. Othniel – 3:9 – Peace 40 yrs. 2. Ehud -3:15 – Peace 80 yrs. 3. Shamgar – 3:31 - ? yrs. 4. Deborah – 4:4 - Peace 40 yrs 5. Gideon – ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Here Comes The Judge!

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Oct 20, 2013

When Christ returns He will return as our Lord and our Redeemer. But when Christ returns, He also will being returning as our Judge. You and I need to understand the reality, the reason, and the result of standing before Christ and His judgment seat.

Here Comes the Judge 2 Corinthians 5:6-12 Heaven is a free gift that cannot be earned or deserved. But when we get to heaven, we will be judged on the basis of the life we live after coming to Christ. Jesus Christ is returning to call His bride to be with Him in fulfillment of the promise that He ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-12

Denomination: Baptist