Sermons on Justifying:

Am I Trapped? Can I Change?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 8, 2014

It is terrible to feel like you are trapped, know you can change your moods, your countenances, your attitude. Look beyond today...

AM I TRAPPED? CAN I CHANGE? CAN I CHANGE MY COUNTENANCE? MOOD? ATTITUDE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I. WHAT DO WE MEAN WHEN WE TELL SOMEONE THEY HAVE AN ATTITUDE? CAN A PERSON CHANGE THEIR ATTITITDES OR ARE WE TRAPPED TO STAY IN THIS ATTITUDE? A. DO YOUR FEELINGS DICTATE YOUR ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Personal Price Tag Of Being A Social Climber Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 24, 2015

If you desire to be among the prestigious members of society, you have to pay a steeper price than meets the eye; to climb socially, you may have to drop spiritually. Yet there are a few other reasons to question social climbing.

The Personal Price Tag of Being A Social Climber (Proverbs 23:1-8) 1. In her book, The Overspent American, Harvard professor Juliet Schor informs us most people are concerned about social status, but they live in denial. 2. She claims they rationalize to themselves they need a new car because ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:1-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Study Of The Old Testament Series

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

The Study Of The Old Testament

The Study Of The Old Testament 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: "…search the Scriptures, for in them you think you have eternal life; and these are they ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Foursquare

The Last Sermon I'd Preach If I Knew I Would Die Today

Contributed by David Radcliff on Apr 2, 2016

Psalm 90:12 tells us to number our days.That is good advice for all of us. Preachers die too and should be aware life is so brief. What would I say if this was my last sermon?

The Last Sermon I'd Preach If I Knew I Would Die Today Psalm 90:12 Psalm 90:12 tells us to number our days. That is good advice for all of us. Preachers die too and should be aware life is so brief. What would I say if this was my last sermon? I. THE FIRST PART OF MY SERMON WOULD BE TO THOSE I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12

Denomination: Baptist

Every Woman Can Be A Ruth Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 10, 2016

Ten Decisions-Making Steps

A. RUTH MARRIES INTO BACKSLIDDEN FAMILY 1. Naomi and Elimelech were bluebloods. “Ephrathites of Bethlehem” (1:2), original settlers of Bethlehem. 2. Planned temporary regression from God. “Went to sojourn in Moab” (1:1). 3. Could not leave. “Continued ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:28

Denomination: Baptist

Dangers In The Church Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Feb 8, 2020

Jude wanted to write a joyous letter, but instead he had to write a warning. Certain ones had crept in unnoticed.

Jude wanted to write a joyous letter, but instead he had to write a warning. Certain ones had crept in unnoticed. We are to contend for the faith. The Christian life is not unopposed. There is a spiritual attack directed against us, there is a warfare. There is a hassling from the devil. There are ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:15, Matthew 5:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

On The Back Side Of The Dessert

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Feb 21, 2020

What does it mean when you find your self in a place where you don't think you should have wound up? When you find regrets and faded memories of the past.

Title: When You Find Yourself on the Backside of the Dessert Theme: You are not defined by your past mistakes Exo 3:1-6 Now Moses was tending the flock of Jethro his father-in-law, the priest of Midian. And he led the flock to the back of the desert, and came to Horeb, the mountain of God. (2) ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Lingering And Looking Back

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jan 7, 2020

We can learn from the mistakes of Lot, Lot's wife, and a man who wanted to follow Jesus. May we all forsake the world and all its enticements that hinder our faith and our relationship with God.

LOOKING BACK OVER THE PREVIOUS YEAR CAN BE BENEFICIAL IN MANY HELPFUL WAYS. USUALLY, BUSINESSES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES AND CHURCH MINISTRIES WILL FILE A STATISTICAL REPORT ON ALL PROGRAMS, EXPENDITURES, AND RESOURCES. GAINING SUCH USEFUL INFORMATION HELPS ACCOUNT FOR EXPENDITURES AND TO JUSTIFY ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:15-26, Luke 9:61-62, 2 Peter 2:20-22, 1 John 2:15-17, Ephesians 4:22-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

How God Draws A Sinner Through His Conscience, Mind And Heart To Bring Him Under Conviction.

Contributed by David Goering on Aug 12, 2018

How God appeals to a sinners conscience to convict him, to his mind to convince him, and his heart to draw him to Christ.

SCRIPTURE: John 6:44 "No man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him: and I will raise him up at the last day." PROPOSITION: to use this text and others to show how God appeals to a sinners conscience to convict him, to his mind to convince him, and his heart to draw him to ...read more

Nadab And Abihu

Contributed by Bala Samson on Mar 21, 2019

God demands complete obedience as opposed to the bare minimum to “get by.”

Costly lapse To: All Pastors, Preachers, Leaders of Christian Institutions, Evangelist, Youth Leaders, Women leaders, Sunday Class teachers, Camp Organizers and to be everybody serving God . Leviticus 10:1”Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron, took their respective firepans, and after putting fire ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 10:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

What Is Your Excuse?

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Jul 9, 2019

Three men and three different excuses as to why they couldn't follow Jesus. We can learn from their mistakes to live out our calling with passion and to keep from letting the world distract us from this important mission.

MANY OF YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH “ALICE IN WONDERLAND.” IN THE MOVIE, ALICE FINDS HERSELF AT A FORK IN THE ROAD. AS SHE CONTEMPLATED HER DECISION, SHE NOTICES THAT THE CHESHIRE CAT IS UP IN THE TREE. UNDECIDED ON WHICH ROAD TO TAKE, ALICE LOOKS AT CHESHIRE THE CAT AND ASKED HIM, “WHICH ROAD DO I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:51-62, Matthew 7:10-14, Matthew 6:21

Denomination: Free Methodist

Victory In Jesus Part 3: Our Victory Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Apr 22, 2019

Jesus gained victory in Gethsemane, the cross and the tomb. He gives us victory over sin and death as well as through the day to day trials we face.

1. Irrational Fear: Several years ago, a freshman at Eagle Rock Junior High won first prize at the Greater Idaho Falls Science Fair with a scientific survey that he conducted. In his project he urged people to sign a petition demanding strict control or total elimination of a chemical known as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The View From Here

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 20, 2018

Some people are sell outs. They turn their backs on family and friends for opportunity or wealth. What's your price? Have you sold out or been sold out by friends unjustly? Jesus enters a town famous for its sell outs and offers forgiveness & salvation

The View from Here LUKE 19:1-9 Joshua 2 Message: We are now in the third week of our journey with Jesus as He makes His way to Jerusalem to receive the agony and glory that await. Three weeks ago Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead and caused a great stir in Bethany. This stir also affected ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-9, Romans 3:22-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Environment Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 30, 2016

God created the human beings with good environment to live together

Romans. 8:18-25 Environment & Future Glory By Rev. Andrew B Natarajan World Environment Day (WED) is observed every year on JUNE 5 to raise global awareness to take positive environmental action to protect nature and the planet Earth. It is run by ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-25

Denomination: Methodist

Three Things God Cannot Do!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Dec 3, 2017

we put forth that which our great God is unable to do reveals more of the greatest and love of God. He points to what He has done more than what He cannot do.

THREE THINGS GOD CANNOT DO! God who created all things, yet the Bible tells of three things God cannot do. In this sermon outline as we put forth that which our great God is unable to do reveals more of the greatest and love of God. He points to what He has done more than what He ...read more