Sermons on Judges 14:1-16:999:

Be Cautious About Judging Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Oct 30, 2021

When believers criticize each other, it can actually drive people away from the church. Jesus warned about the consequences of criticizing others, and of the need to do some spiritual self-examination before passing judgement.

This morning we are going to look at the spiritual issue of judging others. The applicable definition for the word “judge” in our main passage means, “to form a judgment or opinion” and to “decide upon critically.”(1) The key word here is “critically,” for when we judge others we are often ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And Our Judge! Series

Contributed by Larry Vollink on Feb 8, 2021

Another "J" in the series, this is the best sermon on Jesus as our Judge. Listen!

Jesus is our Lord, our King, our Savior, our Healer, Advocate, our Preacher and He is to have first place in everything that we do! In the Church, in our Homes, and and in our communities. He is the theme of these messages. The Bible says we are complete in Him. (Col. 2:10) Without Him, we are ...read more

Scripture: John 5:27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"judging"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 9, 2021

A sermon about not judging others through the mercy of Christ.

“Judging” Luke 6:37-42” Have you ever made a judgement about someone without really knowing what was in their heart or mind? Or perhaps, you had heard other people say negative things about a certain someone. And so, you formed negative thoughts about that person. And when you met them, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-42

Denomination: United Methodist

Don’t Judge?

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 18, 2021

The Bible says we're SUPPOSED to judge and that we're NOT supposed to judge. The key to the mystery has to do with people versus actions. We also have the responsibility to carry God's mail to the untaught.

“DON’T JUDGE?” Mt. 7:1 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Missing the Target is the Goal 1. Patrick McSherry told about how his Navy Dad always bragged about the gunners on his ship. Once during target practice, an unmanned drone flew past an anti-aircraft cruiser. The cruiser opened up, shells furiously ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1, 1 Corinthians 5:12-13, Micah 3:8, Ezekiel 3:17-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jesus Is The Righteous Judge

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 15, 2022

We listen to Jesus' words. Jesus gives us eternal life.

JESUS IS THE RIGHTEOUS JUDGE (Outline) November 13, 2022 – Pentecost 23 – JOHN 5:21-29 INTRO: Judging is an unpopular term today. People do not want to be judged. “What gives you the right to judge me?” Each one of us make judgment calls every day. Many of us recently voted. We used our ...read more

Scripture: John 5:21-29

Denomination: Lutheran

The Father Is A Fair Judge Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Feb 10, 2022

The story of the bible is a God walking with his people, attempting to rescue them. We must admit that God has been more than patient with humanity. He’s slow to anger, yet he does not leave unpunished. Exodus 34

God is … The Father is a Fair Judge February 13, 2020 The story of the bible is a God walking with his people, attempting to rescue them. We must admit that God has been more than patient with humanity. He’s slow to anger, yet he does not leave unpunished. Exodus 34 Romans 14:11-12 NIV For it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:11-12, Revelation 20:1-3, Revelation 4:8, Colossians 2:13-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jephthah (Judges 11)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 12, 2025

Are those upon whom the Holy Spirit has come now perfect? Let's look at Judges 11.

Is bigotry often proven wrong when the very object of our prejudices comes to help us? Does God often use society’s rejects for great purposes? Have we ever made a foolish promise? Let’s look at Judges 11. Gilead was a descendant of Manasseh and the region of Gilead was east of the Jordan River. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

An Atrocity (Judges 19)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 20, 2025

How could such an atrocity occur in Israel? Could Christians commit atrocity? Let's look at Judges 19.

Should we make excuses or mourn the atrocities committed by humanity? Can any barbarity be more gruesome than that recorded in Judges 19? Did these events begin with a man's attempt to reconcile with his lover? In those days, when there was no king in Israel, a certain Levite was sojourning ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Judging And Navigating The Complexities Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2025

The Bible warns against judging others while ignoring one's own flaws.

The Bible presents a nuanced view of judging, with various scriptures addressing the topic. On one hand, we are instructed to judge righteously (John 7:24), while on the other, we are cautioned against judging others (Matthew 7:1-5). This apparent paradox requires careful examination. The Right to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:9-10, Romans 14:4

Book Of Judges Introduction Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 2, 2023

he term JUDGE doesn’t mean someone who sits in a court and decides legal issues. The Hebrew word shaphat has more of the idea of a heroic leader, ruler, saviour, or deliverer.There were fourteen judges in the book, including Deborah and Barak, who served as co-judges.

LESSON 1 Judge: The term JUDGE doesn’t mean someone who sits in a court and decides legal issues. The Hebrew word shaphat has more of the idea of a heroic leader, ruler, saviour, or deliverer. “The Hebrew word Shophetim means to put right and to rule. The English title is somewhat misleading with ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Judges 6-8 Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 2, 2023

The story of Gideon is passionate and challenging. He lived a good life but set a bad example to the leaders. God exalted him but he built his own kingdom. Beware of the call.

Text: Judges 6-8, Theme: Gideon and Israel Part 1 Introduction of Gideon: We will do two studies out of the chapters 6-8. The first one is about the Call and ministry of Gideon, and the second is about the later part of Gideon’s life including his children and their end. His leadership is found ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Two Minor Judges Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 2, 2023

Tola and Jair are two simple minor Judges. They are minor because their stories end in small passages. Tola was a man of Issachar, son of Puah, the son of Dodo. Tola means ‘the crimson worm or red/purple worm.’ This name was used by two people in the Bible.

Text: Judges 10:1-5 Theme: Two Minor Judges Introduction: Tola and Jair are two simple minor Judges. They are minor because their stories end in small passages. Tola was a man of Issachar, son of Puah, the son of Dodo. He lived in Shamir, in the hill country of Ephraim. Some scholars suggest ...read more

Scripture: Judges 10:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Judges 10 Jephtha Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 2, 2023

Jephthah was the son of a harlot, he was thrust out of his family by his half-brothers, became a soldier, then a military commander, and lastly became a Judge. The Lord used this person from a lowly position to deliver Israel from her enemies.

Text: Judges 10:6-12:7 Theme: Jephthah Episode Life of Jephtha: Jephthah was the son of a harlot, he was thrust out of his family by his half-brothers, became a soldier, then a military commander, and lastly became a Judge from 1087 to 1081 B.C. The Lord used this person from a lowly position to ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Three Minor Judges Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Nov 2, 2023

This passage tells us of three judges namely Ibzan, Elon, and Abdon who kept the peace in Israel between periods of trouble. These three judges were the leaders of the people for a time that God had called them.

Text: Judges 12:9-15 Theme: Three Minor Judges Introduction: Jephthah died after the terrible six years of reign. Israel now enters a period of twenty-five years under three minor judges. This passage tells us of three judges namely Ibzan, Elon, and Abdon who kept the peace in Israel between ...read more

Scripture: Judges 12:9-15

Denomination: Methodist

Are We Allowed To Judge?

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Apr 29, 2021

In Matthew 7:20, Jesus said, “Therefore by their fruits you will know them.” You hear people all the time say, “Don’t judge me!” So, how do we evaluate good fruit from bad fruit? And, as believers, are we allowed to judge others?

A little boy went over to a pastor’s house, where the pastor was doing some carpentry in his garage. The boy simply stood there and watched him for quite a long time. The preacher wondered why this boy was watching him and was finally so curious that he stopped and said, “Son, are you trying to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37, Luke 6:41-45

Denomination: Baptist