Sermons on Middle East Conflict:

Common Misconceptions About Being Saved

Contributed by Rick Towe on Sep 3, 2023

• People think that once they get saved, everything in their life will go well and fine after that…with no troubles…no heartaches…no lack…and no slack.

John 16:33 (KJV) 33 These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world. • People think that once they get saved, everything in their life will go well and fine after that… • With no ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Church Of God

What Is Bound And Loosed

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Sep 11, 2023

A sermon for the Sundays after Pentecost, Year A, Lectionary 23

September 10, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Romans 13:8-14; Matthew 18:15-20 What Is Bound and Loosed Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. This morning we hear something Jesus said that’s hard to understand at first ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20, Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Sermon On The Algorithms Of Life

Contributed by William Meakin on Aug 29, 2024

An algorithm is defined as a process or set of rules to be followed in calculations or other problem-solving operations, especially by a computer.

Carl Honore, a Canadian journalist once remarked: “We know that no algorithm can solve global poverty; no pill can cure a chronic illness; no box of chocolates can mend a broken relationship; no educational DVD can transform a child into a baby Einstein; no drone strike can end a terrorist ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6, Proverbs 3:5, Philippians 4:13, Psalm 50:15

Peace-Takers, Peace-Fakers, Or Peacemakers? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023

This sermon explores how to become peacemakers by pursuing peace with God, promoting peace with others, and resolving conflicts peacefully.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, bound by our shared faith and love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. We convene not merely as individuals, but as a family, a community, a body of believers united under the banner of God's love. In the words of the esteemed Charles ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9

Topics: Peace, Conflict Resolution

'tis The Season To Remember Christ

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 20, 2004

’Tis the season to worship Christ.

INTRO.- ILL.- A man called the church office one day and said, "Can I please speak to the head hog at the trough?" The secretary, highly offended, said, "If you mean the pastor, then you may refer to him as ’Pastor’ or ’Brother,’ but you may certainly NOT refer to him as the ‘head hog at the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Learning From The Wise

Contributed by Tiger Gullett on Dec 15, 2003

A Christmas message about the Magi from the east.

Introduction: We will all have to admit that we don’t know everything about everything. If we did, there would be no need for schools or teachers. We all have to glean wisdom from those who know more about a particular topic than we do. At the peak of this Christmas season let’s take a look at some ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Work It Out! Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Sep 3, 2023

Paul instructs two women in the church at Philippi to work out their differences.

Technicolor JOY: Philippians 4:1-3 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 09-03-2023 How Do You Do That? In Mississippi, I met with two other guys to disciple and encourage them. Luke was very opinionated and we actually got into an intense disagreement and were at odds with each ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Complications From Malpractice Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Mar 2, 2009

Dealing with disputes, disagreements and grievances - especially those within the church.

SERIES: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today II. DEALING WITH OBVIOUS DISEASES C.) COMPLICATIONS FROM MALPRACTICE (1 Cor. 6:1-11) Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, March 1, 2009 AM INTRODUCTION: We’ve been exploring, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Then His Training Kicked In Series

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Jul 21, 2015

A message about dealing with conflict. We can react from the natural man or the spiritual man. Often in life we start by responding in the flesh, but if we are smart we can let our training kick in and turn situations around in a marvelous way.

(Note to pastor's, a link for the video I used is included at the end of the message. Handout notes available on request.) Then His Training Kicked In PPT 1 Series title We are in a series of messages on matters of the heart, or things that affect us emotionally. Last week we talked about ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Handle An Unjust Attack (I) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 25, 2017

Have you ever been verbally attacked and it seemed to come out of nowhere? This message shares understanding about what may be going on and how the Christian is to respond to unjust attacks.

Mark 10:29-31 10/23/16 I take as our subject this afternoon, “How to Handle an Unjust Attack.” Have you ever been verbally attacked and it seemed to come out of nowhere? Have you ever been blindsided by someone you thought was your friend? Have you ever with all good intentions spoken the word of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-16, 2 Timothy 3:12, Mark 10:29-31

Denomination: Charismatic

How To Respond To Humbling Circumstances

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 26, 2017

At times God brings a Christian through humbling experiences. Why would He do that? How are we to respond when that happens? What are the benefits of responding in the right way?

1 Peter 5:6 04.26.15 A paradox is a statement that is seemingly contradictory or opposed to common sense and yet perhaps true.i Jesus stated a paradox in Matt 23:12 when He said, “…whoever exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.”ii The world does not believe ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:6, Matthew 23:12, Philippians 2:5-8, Isaiah 9:8-13, James 4:10, Isaiah 57:15, Luke 14:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

How Big Is Your Gospel?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 22, 2015

Is your gospel big enough to permit you to work together, maintaining the unity of the Faith? Or is your gospel so small that you must prevail in every dispute?

“I entreat Euodia and I entreat Syntyche to agree in the Lord. Yes, I ask you also, true companion, help these women, who have labored side by side with me in the gospel together with Clement and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the book of life.” [1],[2] We do not ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-3

Denomination: Baptist

Lesson 18: When Believers Fuss And Fight

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 14, 2013

Principles to handle conflict between believers.

Series: Learning Victory From Joshua Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 18: When Believers Fuss and Fight January 6, 2013 A. THE OCCASION OF CONFLICT “Joshua blessed the 2 ½ tribes and sent them home with the instruction. ‘Share with others the spoils of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 22:6-34

Denomination: Baptist

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Manage Conflicts

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit gives us God’s secret wisdom to handle any conflict in our personal lives or ministries.

1. The Holy Spirit gives us God’s secret wisdom to handle any conflict in our personal lives or ministries. Paul wrote, "We speak of God’s secret wisdom, a wisdom that has been hidden and that God destined for our glory before time began...but God has revealed it to us by His Spirit." (I Cor. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Thirteen Ways The Holy Spirit Helps Resolve Conflicts

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 20, 2004

The Holy Spirit gives us God’s secret wisdom to handle any conflict in our personal lives or ministries. Paul wrote, "We speak of God’s secret wisdom, a wisdom that has been hidden and that God destined for our glory before time began...but God has reveal

Thirteen Ways the Holy Spirit Helps Resolve Conflicts (I Cor. 2:1-16) Illustration: Many years ago a speech research unit at Kenyon College conducted a test in cooperation with the US Navy. The purpose was to discover how the tone quality of the voice affected sailors when they were given orders. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational