Sermons on Manage Conflict:

Narnia: The Journey Of Life

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Dec 10, 2005

This sermon explores 4 characteristics you must have to succeed in our Journey of life for truth and life. It contrast these characteristics with Narnia, the Magi and ourselves.

Narnia: The Journey of Life Matthew 2:1-12 Intro.: A. How would you define life? Some perhaps might say that life is happiness, success, family, longevity, etc. But those are really Goals in life. What is life? - Ecc. 3:2; there is a time to be born and a time to die. - We know that there is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Adventist

Stephen--Full Life, Good Death

Contributed by Chris Tiller on Nov 17, 2005

Stephen is an example of living and dying (1) without fear, (2) without bitterness, (3) focused on Christ, (4)immersed in scripture.

They say that two things are inevitable: death and taxes. The task of an accountant is to minimize the taxes people pay. I read somewhere that the task of a pastor is to prepare people for a good death. Of course, this statement might be overly simplistic theologically. It might be overly ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Up Against The World Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 12, 2005

The cosmos opposes God and is condemned by God. This “world system” is society organized without God and against God. At best, He gets a back seat. The cosmos puts people at the center of all things instead of God. Belonging to Christ involves a radic

“Up Against The World” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts “I have given them Your word, and the world hates them because they are not of the world any more than I am of the world. My prayer is not that You take them out of the world, but to protect them ...read more

Scripture: John 17:14-16

Denomination: Congregational

The Prince Of Peace Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 14, 2011

Can you imagine what it would be like to live in a world where there is no war, no fighting, no arguments, and no disputes of any kind? But God has a plan. God sent us a Prince of Peace.

This morning we look at Christmastime in terms of peace, and the “Prince of Peace” Himself. In our world today, man seeks to establish peace, yet whatever successes he might seem to achieve are never permanent. Instead of achieving peace, man continually lives with chaos, confusion, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Christian Church

The Quiet Life

Contributed by Robert Harmon on Jul 31, 2009

As Christians, this may sound counter-productive to ministry! However, Paul lets us know that sometimes it is better to be seen than heard!

INTRODUCTION Some time ago, I was presented with a challenge! A lady within my home congregation said something about a sermon she had never heard. She said that she had attended church since she was 6 and never, EVER heard a sermon on this scripture! Far be it from me to back down from a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Part Of The Family Or Just A Boarder?

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 11, 2012

A boarder has no commitment and merely pays rent to have a place to hang his hat for awhile. A functional family member is committed, caring and contributes to the well being of the family. Which are you in relation to God's family?

Are You Part of the Family or Just a Boarder? Ephesians 2:19-22 A boarder has no commitment and merely pays rent to have a place to hang his hat for awhile. A functional family member is committed, caring and contributes to the well being of the family. Which are you in relation to God's ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Baptist

Are These Letters Really Relevant? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 8, 2013

This is the introductory message for series that looks at the letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation. This message provides the background and examines the relevance of these letters.

In 1955, Assistant US Postmaster General Joseph Cooper introduced the concept of certified mail or letters. A certified letter is guaranteed by the postal service to be delivered to the recipient. A form is filled out at the post office that contains the name of the sender and the person and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Makes One Last Effort, But Defeated Once For All Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 21, 2018

At the end of the thousand years the Devil is to be loosed temporarily from the Abyss (20:7), but he has not learned his lesson; he begins where he has left off. He will assemble the nations for the final attack on God.

Tom Lowe 11/23/17 Book of Revelation Commentary Lesson: V.B.2: Makes one last effort, but defeated once for all (Rev. 20:9-10) Scripture (Rev. 20:9-10, KJV) 9 And they went up on the breadth of the earth, and compassed the camp of the saints about, and the beloved city: and fire came down from ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Remembrance Sunday 2018

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Nov 10, 2018

A Reflection of the world wars

Remembrance Sunday 2018 at TSJ I would like to focus our thoughts this morning on one verse from Ps 46 Psalm 46:1 “God is our refuge and strength A very help in trouble” Our mind is that unique gift that reminds us that we are made in the image of God. The ability to remember is a wonderful ...read more

Scripture: John 15:7-17

Denomination: Anglican

Gethsemane Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Sep 1, 2023

The cross wasn’t a tragic mistake. It didn’t “happen” to Jesus. He wasn’t a victim of circumstance. Jesus died because He deliberately chose to lay down His life – and he made that choice at Gethsemane. The war was not over, but the battle was won at Gethsemane.

September 02, 2023 Today we are going to conclude the Gospels section of our series with Gethsemane. The Passover meal was over. Judas had left the group to make arrangements for the betrayal of Jesus. Now as the little party made their way to the Mount of Olives, Jesus made a startling ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:32-34

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

"Cross" Your Heart Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Sep 10, 2015

In the cross, Jesus illustrates the relationship that we have with God (the vertical) and others (the horizontal). It appears that God places a much higher emphasis on the horizontal than we may realize.

1. [Angry Toddler https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_UVgmPDMRY 2. Matthew 5.21-24 a. Remember WE have offended someone in this Scenario b. "Coping with difficult people is always a problem; especially if the difficult person happens to be you." -John Maxwell 3. Anger is one thing that Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Bitter To Better

Contributed by John Gaston on Jan 6, 2021

Trials and troubles, far from being harmful to you, cause us to grow. Under Pharaoh's oppression Israel grew dramatically. Joseph too faced the dilemma of whether to become bitter at his brothers, or better. He saw the hand of God & chose the latter.

FROM BITTER TO BETTER Exodus 1:11-14 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Some things never change! 1. A supposed ancient manuscript was found that told extra details of what happened when Adam and Eve ate the fruit of the Tree of the Knowledge of Good & Evil. 2. When Adam bit the fruit he felt great ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:11-14, Genesis 45:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Think And Practice Truth Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on May 26, 2021

Though this letter is a positive letter with words of encouragement to Philippians, yet there were issues that he had to address through his testimony and citing the kenosis theory of Christ. Read further to think and practice Truth.

Theme: Think and Practice Truth Text: Philippians 4:1-9 The Lord is good and his love endures forever. I greet you all in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Introduction to Philippians: Paul wrote this letter to the Philippians from the prison cell. Paul chained for the gospel. He ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

The Steps Of A Good Man Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 30, 2020

Who has influenced your life? Would you agree that we are in need of those who can and do make a significant impact on others for the cause of Christ? Our current society needs those of influence.

The Steps of a Good Man 1 Thessalonians 2: 1-3 As we consider the social climate of our modern society, we would have to agree that we stand in desperate need of leadership. Things have certainly changed in recent years, and much of that change has not been for the better. There seems to be a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

(God Specializes)

Contributed by Derrick White Sr on Nov 26, 2017

WE ARE LIVING IN A DAY AND TIME WE`RE A LOT OF US WHO ARE PROFESSING TO BE CHRISTIANS ARE PASSING UP FUTURE BLESSING FOR RIGHT NOW OBSTACLES

Matthew 14:24-32 (KJV) But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was contrary. [25] And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea. [26] And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a spirit; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:24-32, Zechariah 4:6-10

Denomination: Baptist