Sermons on Judges 1:10-16:10:

Overcoming Divisive Attitudes

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Many great congregations have suffered from people with divisive attitudes. The Lord has placed each of us in His body to be lovingly united in spirit, intent on one purpose, striving together for the faith of the gospel.

Overcoming Divisive Attitudes Illustration:A monk joined a monastery and took a vow of silence. After the first 10 years his superior called him in and asked, "Do you have anything to say?" The monk replied, "Food bad." After another 10 years the monk again had opportunity to voice his thoughts. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 8:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Problems And Solutions Of Second Generation Christians

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Many second generation Christians fall into the trap of taking their parent’s faith for granted. Throughout the book of Judges the Israelites suffered greatly from the problems of second generation apathy.

The Problems and Solutions of Second Generation Christians Illustration:The penalty that good men pay for not being interested in politics is to be governed by men worse than themselves. Plato. Many second generation Christians fall into the trap of taking their parent’s faith for granted. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:8-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When Less Is More

Contributed by Jose Marin on Oct 18, 2000

I. THE PEOPLE ARE TO MANY Vv.

I. THE PEOPLE ARE TO MANY Vv.2-6a A. The Battle of The Lord ESDRAELON 1. Gideon means He that cuts down. They camped by the well of Harod. Harod means fear. 2. The valley of Jezreel which stretches across Central Palestine from the Jordan to the Mediterranean, separating the mountain ranges of ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:1-7, Judges 7:16

Gideon Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 23, 2000

Deals with the story of Gideons defeat over the Midianites

The odds weren’t very good to start with, and then they got worse. Or better, depending on whose side you were on. He was just a farmer, and unlike some farmers he had no desire to be anything more then a farmer. He never political ambitions, he never dreamt of being a military leader and yet ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:1-18

Denomination: Wesleyan

Overcoming A Lack Of Faith

Contributed by Anthony Bradseth on Jan 5, 2001

Jepthath’s lack of faith in God was not an answer to his problem.

Title: Overcoming a Lack of Faith Text: Judges 11:34-40 CIT: Jepthath’s lack of faith in God was not an answer to his problem. Thesis: Our Faith in God will give the answer to our problems. Major Objective: Consecrational Specific Objective: That they will trust God with their ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:34-40

Denomination: Baptist

Dancing With Delilah

Contributed by Randy Santiago on Jan 10, 2001

How to keep from dancing with the devil

Samson was the superman to the Israelites. He was handsome and strong, tall, tan, and terrific. Samson was born in the time of Judges where a new generation of those who didn’t know God did evil because they did what was right in their own eyes. Very much like the new millennium. “Just Do ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:2-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Making Sure The Lord Is Around For Another Generation

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 22, 2001

Parents’ responsibility in passing the teaching about God on to their children.

Introduction: When God moves in a powerful and mighty way in your midst, that moment can feel like it will never go away. Perhaps you witness a loved one healed or watch the Lord miraculously take care of a financial need. But the Scriptures warn us that even the greatest miracles and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

Parenting In Perilous Times Series

Contributed by Bill Harper on Jan 23, 2001

The parents of Samson model for us the marks of successful parents who raise their child in difficult times.

“PARENTING IN PERILOUS TIMES” Text: Judges 13:1-25 Intro: Illustration-Radio personality Paul Harvey tells the story of how Eskimo kill wolves. First the Eskimo coats his knife blade with animal blood and allows it to freeze. Then he adds another layer of blood, and another, until the blade is ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Father's Day - The Blessing

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Mar 13, 2001

Dr. Gary Smalley wrote a book entitled, "The Blessing." In it he examines the blessing that Isaac bestowed upon Jacob. Let’s consider 4 ingredients of that blessing.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK REVISED - 2016 TEXT: Genesis 27:25 34 ILL. One day in school, Calvin, the precocious, smart-mouth kid of the Calvin & Hobbes comic strips, raised his hand in class. Warily, his bespectacled teacher, Mrs. Wormwood, asked, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:5, Genesis 27:25-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Samson's Marvelous Riddle

Contributed by Charles Holt on Nov 3, 2000

Samson’s wedding riddle was born out of conflict teaching important life lessons.

Charles W. Holt email: cholt@gt.rr.com SAMSON’S MARVELOUS RIDDLE Judges 14:1-18 Samson’s quick wit and prankish nature unexpectedly yield a gem of stunning insight. It is a masterpiece of encouragement and hope for times when life gets crazy, seemingly out of control; when one is fighting to ...read more

Scripture: Judges 14:1-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Honey From A Lion

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 16, 2000

We overwhelmingly conquer, through Him who loved us.

Most of us have heard stories of Samson; the superhero of the Bible, who accomplished great feats of strength and prowess in battle. Then of course, there is the account of Samson and Delilah. Movies have been made of them; they are often portrayed as one of the great romantic couples of ...read more

Scripture: Judges 14:1-9

Denomination: Orthodox

Hope For A Hopeless Generation

Contributed by Scott Cox on Nov 17, 2000

An Evaluation of our Nation. A consideration of where we have come from, where we are now, where we are headed as a nation. A biblical perspective.

Introduction: The eyes of the world are focused on the United States of America right now. Many Americans are living with a sense of suspense. Who will be the next president? What does the future hold for the United States of America? Today I want to look at our nation from a biblical ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

National Sin, Discipline, And Deliverance

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 30, 2000

God delivers the pivot of born-again believers who faithfully follow Him.

NATIONAL SIN, DISCIPLINE, AND DELIVERANCE (Judges 2:11-20; Lev. 26:14-39)) [HTTP formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/national.html] Today we’ll look at the topic of national sin, God’s discipline of a nation, and His deliverance when they confess ...read more

Scripture: Judges 2:11-20, Leviticus 26:14-39

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Den Dwellers Series

Contributed by Richard Bell on Nov 30, 2000

The enemy had greatly impoverished God’s people until they cried out to the Lord.

DEN DWELLERS Judges 6:1-10 INTRODUCTION: God’s purpose and desire has always been to bless His people. The devil’s desire and purpose is to steal God’s blessings from His children. We only need to remember the covenant promises He made to Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joshua, etc. to know this. If this ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Where Be All His Miracles? Series

Contributed by Richard Bell on Nov 30, 2000

"Where be all His miracles?" is a relevant question the church should ask today.

WHERE BE ALL HIS MIRACLES? Judges 6:11-24 INTRODUCTION: Gideon’s question should also be asked by New Testament believers. If God’s miraculous power is lacking among us, we need to seek His kingdom and righteousness until God’s mighty acts are manifested in our midst. After all, we have the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:11-24

Denomination: Pentecostal