Sermons on Justice:

The Power Of Resolve Series

Contributed by Dr. Robert Crowder on Dec 17, 2022

The is a different look at Advent. It is a short, two sermon series that deals with two main issues: The Power of Resolve, and the Power of Submission. Jesus showed both in His ministry to this world.

THE POWER OF RESOLVE Isaiah 6:1-8 In the year that king Uzziah died I saw also the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up, and his train filled the temple. 2 Above it stood the seraphims: each one had six wings; with twain he covered his face, and with twain he covered his feet, and with ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

A God You Can Trust PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 12, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of trusting in God, submitting to His will, and the blessings that come from relying on His divine guidance.

Hello, beloved family of God. It's such a joy to gather together in this sacred space, unified in our love for Christ and our shared desire to grow in our understanding of His Word. It's a beautiful thing, isn't it, to know that we are all here, not because we are perfect, but because we serve a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Topics: Trusting God

God Flows With Wisdom PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 21, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to use wisdom in their speech, navigate through life's hardships with grace, and live humbly, reflecting Christ's character in their daily lives.

Good morning, beloved family of God. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here in the house of the Lord, on this beautiful day that He has made? We have come together, not by chance, but by divine appointment, to hear from His Word and to grow in His grace. Today, we're going to spend some time in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:31-32

Topics: Lip Gloss, Tea, Slowly

Is Rebellion Ever Justified?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jun 11, 2016

Considering the events leading up to Absalom's rebellion and seeking to learn from his actions.

“After this Absalom got himself a chariot and horses, and fifty men to run before him. And Absalom used to rise early and stand beside the way of the gate. And when any man had a dispute to come before the king for judgment, Absalom would call to him and say, ‘From what city are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 15:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Multiethnic Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 19, 2013

God is no respecter of persons and He desires His House (His Church) to be a place for all nations – all people. A church is to be a place where there is no favoritism and all are treated fairly and equally.

Series: We are Here! Sermon 6: Multiethnic (or multicultural, or diversity) Introduction: Show pictures of our changing world in this area of South Chicago: The Orland Mosque, the Lemont Hindu Temple, and the Chicago Buddhist Temple all represent how diverse our community is becoming. Our society ...read more

Scripture: John 13:34-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Commentary 1 John, Ch. 4 Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 7, 2021

The mention of faith in 1John 3:23 had reminded the Apostle John of the danger of intellectual and moral error. After the last paragraph, the mention of God’s Spirit gave him a form to clothe the discussion of truth and falsehood in its human manifestations.

TRIUMPHAL ENTRY COMMENTARY 1 JOHN, CH. 4 Greater is he that is in you than he that is in the world. King James Bible Testing the Spirits 1Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

How To Forgive (Contd) - Philemon 8-18 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 16, 2024

This message answers common questions about forgiveness and provides seven practical principles that will help you forgive.

Philemon 1:1-25 Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus, and Timothy our brother, To Philemon our dear friend and fellow worker, 2 to Apphia our sister, to Archippus our fellow soldier and to the church that meets in your home: 3 Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 4 I ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:15, Philemon 1:8-18

The Politics Of Praise - 1 Peter 2:13-17 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 18, 2024

Your placement in the world’s authority structure is a good thing – God’s perfect design. This message will help you appreciate the blessing of your earthly authorities.

1 Peter 2:13 Submit yourselves for the Lord's sake to every authority instituted among men: whether to the king, as the supreme authority, 14 or to governors, who are sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to commend those who do right. 15 For it is God's will that by doing good you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-17

It's All About Love Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Mar 16, 2006

This is the first of several messages from a verse by verse series through the Old Testament book of Malachi

It’s All About Love Malachi 1:1-5 I. God Declares His Perfect Love to His People (v. 1-2) A. God loves because it is His nature I. God’s love is shown in Creation II. God’s love is shown in His grace B. God’s love is sovereign I. He chose Israel in spite of them II. He reveals His love to all ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Compassed With God's Comfort

Contributed by Jamey Stewart on Jan 21, 2004

Through this message we will reveal God’s promise to comfort His children & God’s purpose for comforting His children.

Text: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4 Compassed With God’s Comfort - When we are grieving we expect to experience God’s Comfort - When we are barely getting along we expect to experience God’s Comfort - While we are living we can expect to experience God’s comfort A. God Comforts His ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Prayer Out Of Hell

Contributed by James Sulton on Mar 12, 2007

There is no need to go to hell

Men go to hell of their own volition. God sends no man to hell. Text: V 24 - Bretheren this prayer expresses need. This man in the very belly of hell, was on his back looking up. In this position he saw God. Lazarus in BOS. Sooner or later every lost man will repent here or in hell. Isa. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of Reconciliation

Contributed by Adam Kalemba on Jan 4, 2008

Reconciliation

Reconciliation 2 Cor. 5:17 – 20 Reconciliation: • To reconcile your checking account is to make right the difference between your check book and the banks statement. o If there is a charge on your statement you do not have recorded in your check book check your receipts o Maybe the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

Being Redeemed

Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Jan 17, 2007

Knowing the Power of the Cross

BEING REDEEMED John 19:17 What is the worst scenario you fear most? Well, in the justice system the one that gives nightmares and make grown men cry like babies is the death penalty. Be it the gas chambers, lethal injection or the electrical chair. Any of those would give you the chills. Why ...read more

Scripture: John 19:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Reaction Of Joseph Series

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Dec 11, 2004

This is the second in a four sermon series on the birth announcement of Christ and the reaction of those most involved in the events.

The Reaction of Joseph Matthew 1:18-25 I. Joseph Reacted With Mercy (v. 18-19) A. His mercy reached past the circumstance (v. 18b) 1. He did not allow the circumstance to rule him 2. He did not allow the circumstance to dictate his character B. His mercy reached out due to personal righteousness ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon Outline - Salvation Is Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 2, 2016

Sermon outline on what salvation is.

Salvation is… Salvation is… For everyone (Acts 10:34-35) God will accept all who repent and turn to Him. From God (Acts 10:36) – God is the one who initiated this reconciliation between Himself and mankind. We could do nothing to change our fate. Salvation is… Through ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-43

Denomination: Pentecostal