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I Desire Mercy Not Sacrifice
Experiencing the mercy of God in our lives
Ready & Faithful
Looking to Jesus for help now and hope in the future
Why Suffering?
Help your church understand God's plan in pain
We must boldly proclaim Jesus even if we suffer for it. And when we do suffer, we need to take joy that the Lord has counted us worthy to suffer for Him.
Counted Worthy to Suffer Shame Acts 5:33-42 As we continue our study in the Book of Acts, let us review some things we have already learned. First of all we remember that the mission of the church is to continue what Jesus began to do and teach (Acts 1:1). Acts 1:8 defines the outward spiral of ...read more
Scripture: Acts 5:33-42
Denomination: Independent/Bible
Types of Shame Used as Controls
Types of Shame Used as Controls Romans I Pet 4:16 1). Innocent Shame - Shame felt when one’s character is slandered without justification 2). Guilty Shame - Shame felt before others when one violates an ethical norm. 3). Social Shame - Embarrassment felt when one makes a social blunder or error ...read more
Scripture: 1 Peter 4:16
Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational
A message that examines the spiritual truth that Christ was unclothed so that we might be clothed upon.
Introduction: Today we continue our studies through the most exciting but also the most dreadful story in all the Word of God - the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. I started off with the idea of comparing the four soldiers of verses 23-24, and the four saints (women) of verses 25-27. But as I ...read more
Scripture: John 19:23-24
Denomination: Baptist
The story of Samson. He appeared to have such potential, and God DID use him, but he is primarily remembered for his sin.
Samson: Avoiding a legacy of shame (Judges 13-16) Part two Intro – potential – 12 Judges 1375 – 1050; Nazarite – Hair, alcohol, dead bodies; miracle birth; Judg 21:25 In those days Israel had no king; everyone did as he saw fit. NIV Judg 13:1-5 13:1 Again the Israelites did evil in the eyes ...read more
He came running to Jesus, fell at the Master’s feet, and professed great spiritual hunger. When asked about his lateral dealings with his fellow man, he assured Jesus he was spotless and holy regarding these issues of his life.
MARK 10:17-22 A SUPPLICATING SUPPLICANT SUFFERS SHAME I. THE SUPPLICANT: * MARK 10:17, 20 A. Show. Mark 10:17 B. Sincere. Mark 10:20 C. Successful. Mark 10:20 II. THE SAVIOUR: ** MARK 10:18, 19, 21 A. ...read more
Scripture: Mark 10:17-22
Denomination: Methodist
To show the advantage of Grace over Law.
I. EXORDIUM: Are you free from the Law? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the advantage of Grace over Law. IV. TEXT: Luke 13:17 (Amplified Bible) Even as He said this, all His opponents were put to shame, and all the people were rejoicing over all the glorious things ...read more
Scripture: Luke 13:17
Denomination: Pentecostal
How do we deal with shaming?
No Shame Matthew 1:18-25 It amuses me when modern commentators on the Bible refer to the culture of Jesus’ day as being an honor-shame culture as though this isn’t the case today. But we have all kinds of shaming today. For example, there is fat shaming. In fact, shaming and the bullying that goes ...read more
Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25
A sermon about Jesus reversing the shame brought on by Adam.
"No Longer Hiding in Shame" John 21:1-19 It has been defined as "a painful feeling of humiliation or distress." Many scholars agree that it is "the most disturbing experience individuals ever have about themselves; no emotion feels more deeply disturbing..." because "the self feels wounded from ...read more
Scripture: John 21:1-19
Denomination: United Methodist
Shame is a powerful negative emotion, more painful than guilt. See how Jesus takes away shame
I love the words of Apostle Paul to the Philippians, where he says "But one thing I do, forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on towards the goal for the prize of the upward call of Jesus Christ." Looking forward to pressing into more of what the Lord has ...read more
Denomination: Charismatic
Have an opinion on head coverings? Paul did. or was it merely an opinion?
The shaved and shameful women of Corinth Our scholars always find a way out of difficult Biblical passages. Verification of scholarly opinions is as varied as the scholars themselves, and often their conclusions come out very different from each other. So it is left for the believer to pick and ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1-16
Denomination: Assembly Of God
You will not be ashamed nor will you be disgraced for trusting Him! Can we say Amen?
Promise Word for 2015! Joel 2:27”You shall know that I am in the midst of Israel, and that I am the LORD your God and there is none else. And my people shall never again be put to shame.” Wish you all a wonderful New Year! Here is the promise word for you: my people shall never again ...read more
Scripture: Joel 2:15-27
Explores the transformative power of encountering Jesus, using the story of the Samaritan woman at the well as a guide for personal redemption.
Dear brothers and sisters, I stand before you today with a heart full of joy and a spirit brimming with anticipation. We gather in this sacred space, not by chance, but by divine design. Our Heavenly Father, in His infinite wisdom, has orchestrated this moment for us to come together, to share in ...read more
Scripture: John 4:1-42
Topics: Jesus, Shame And Guilt
The sermon explores the transformative encounter of the Samaritan woman with Jesus, illustrating God's intent to save rather than condemn, and the possibility of turning guilt and shame into healing and belonging through God's grace.
The story of the Samaritan woman perfectly illustrates how God sent Jesus not to condemn the world but to save the world through him. Jesus humbles himself, engages the woman in conversation, and sets her free from shame and guilt. She arrives at the well as a sinner, but leaves as a saint. ...read more
Scripture: John 4:5-42
Topics: Shame And Guilt, Healing And Belonging, Divine Encounters
Praises for the attributes of God as the Leader of leaders to the Most High God
330. Leader of Leaders– I praise you Lord for being the highest leader of all leaders. Thank you Lord for the promise, “But thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumphal procession in Christ.” (2 Cor. 2:14) I honor you Lord for causing me to follow you so you can make me a fisher of men. ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14
Using a Servant Song of Isaiah 50 and Paul’s self-defense to the Corinthians, this sermon lays out the basic marks of a Christian leader.
How do you recognize a Christian leader? A sermon on Quinquagesima Sunday Isaiah 50:4-10, 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 John Maxwell is the head of an organization called “Maximum Impact,” which from its website appears to have the mission of turning men and women into "impactful" leaders. One ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10
Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican
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