Sermons on Misunderstand Hurt:

I Earned It?

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 23, 2009

A sermon on Grace from Ephesians 2:8-9 (Much taken from Rusty Peterman from Truth for Today)

Sermon for 3/22/2009 1st Sermon on Ephesians 2:1-9 Introduction: A. As a bachelor one of my least favorite activities was to sit down and write checks to pay bills. I would spend 1 day every two weeks paying bills. Then Crystal came along… B. Many companies will extend grace. They give a 30 ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be A Model Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 18, 2009

Paul models Christ. Who you are is more important than what you can do. Our life ought to be walking sermon that people remembers.

I learn this from Paul – don’t just do ministry, live your ministry. • Let your life be a walking sermon. People see you and they see a glimpse of Christ. • They can see hope, love, joy, and purpose in our lives, because Christ dwells in us. • WHO you are has a greater and longer lasting impact in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Will God Use Me In 2006?

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Jan 12, 2006

God uses those who will to let Him use them.

A mouse looked through the crack in the wall to see the farmer and his wife open a package. "What food might this contain?" The mouse wondered - he was devastated to discover it was a mousetrap. Retreating to the farmyard, the mouse proclaimed the warning. "There is a mousetrap in the house! There ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan

Jesus Christ, Lord Over Sabbath PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 29, 2023

Explore the Lordship of Christ over the Sabbath, the scrutiny of religious leaders, and the importance of obeying God's laws over human standards.

Good morning, dear family of faith. We're going to dive right into the Word today from the Gospel of Luke, Chapter 14, verses 1-6. I love how Charles Spurgeon put it: "The Gospel is like a caged lion. It does not need to be defended, it just needs to be let out of its cage." So, let's unleash the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-6

Topics: Religion, Christianity

Get Behind Me Satan PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Explore the interaction between Jesus and Peter in Matthew 16:21-28, emphasizing the importance of aligning our desires with God's will and understanding the depth of Jesus' sacrifice.

Good morning, family of God. Today, we're gonna dive headfirst into a powerful exchange between Jesus and Peter in Matthew 16:21-28. This passage is packed with meaning, showcasing both Peter's rebuke of Jesus and Jesus revealing His divine plan. Throughout it all, we'll uncover the deep ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Topics: Peter Rebukes Jesus

The God Who Sees Me PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 28, 2024

This sermon explores God's all-seeing nature, using Hagar's story to illustrate how God sees and understands our individual struggles, failures, joys, and victories.

Greetings, dear friends. It is a joy to gather with you again, in this place of fellowship and faith, united by the love of our Savior. We stand here, not as individuals, but as a family, bound by the grace of God that transcends our earthly understanding. Today, we gather to consider a powerful ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 16:13

Topics: Ishmael

The Fellowship Of His Suffering - Part 2: Conclusion

Contributed by Herman Abrahams on May 7, 2007

(BY Todd Bentley) Todd will conclude his teaching on what suffering is and examine in detail what it definitely isn’t. Discover the apostle Paul’s secret to rejoicing in light of suffering and learn how to release joy in the midst of it.

THE FELLOWSHIP OF HIS SUFFERING - PART 2: CONCLUSION BY TODD BENTLEY Date: May 22, 2006 This is a two-part testimony teaching entitled, The Fellowship of His Suffering, by Todd Bentley. Last week, Todd presented the wilderness process through his own recent six-month wilderness ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:2

Denomination: Charismatic

People Are Fragile—handle With Care Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Sep 5, 2013

If you learn anything about gentleness, please understand that real gentleness requires supernatural strength. In fact, the way to be gentle is to be filled with the power of the Holy Spirit.

INTRODUCTION Orange you glad you came to church today? Fruit is the outward expression of an inner nature. When you see an orange hanging on a tree, you can safely assume, that’s an orange tree. The reason you can identify the tree is because of its fruit. Jesus said the same thing about ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Lord, Give Me Patience, But Please Give It To Me Quickly! Series

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 12, 2011

A message on developing patience.

OPEN: Today we are going to be talking about patience. That's what brother Jim wants to address as he is talking to his flock in the church at Jerusalem. This is one of those virtues that doesn't come easily to any of us. Everything about our life seems to be designed to test our patience, ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Great Physician

Contributed by John White on Oct 4, 2019

This is the long awaited and anticipated promised Messiah of Israel. He is speaking in the fullness of time to a chosen nation composed of God's precious, peculiar and particular people.

The Great Physician Luke 4:14-21 Jesus stands up in the synagogue in His home town of Nazareth to announce the good news. As the prophets have predicted, the Messiah, Redeemer and eternal King has arrived and is present with His people. (See Isa. 61:1-3) He simply restates the promise and purpose ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Judgement Day Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Nov 4, 2021

We are called to judge ourselves, especially focusing on our motives, as we come before the Lord's Table.

“Whoever, therefore, eats the bread or drinks the cup of the Lord in an unworthy manner will be guilty concerning the body and blood of the Lord. Let a person examine himself, then, and so eat of the bread and drink of the cup. For anyone who eats and drinks without discerning the body eats and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:27-32

Denomination: Baptist

How To Overcome Bad Listening Habits

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Some people tend to have a hard time listening to people who do not speak in the language of Biblical absolutes.

Some people tend to have a hard time listening to people who do not speak in the language of Biblical absolutes. Ineffective listening is usually the single biggest hindrance to effective communication between people. The following is a list of some of the most common barriers to listening: a. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, James 1:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Benefits Of Intimate Communications 

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Why do you suppose that some people are able to maintain intimate communications with God when others cannot? In this passage we are given some insights into how the apostles experienced benefits from their pure spiritual communications.

Why do you suppose that some people are able to maintain intimate communications with God when others cannot? In this passage we are given some insights into how the apostles experienced benefits from their pure spiritual communications. 1. Dr. Luke writes, "While they were ministering to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dr. Dolittle Series

Contributed by Chris Thron on Sep 27, 2002

Use portion of movie "Dr Dolittle" to illustrate God’s calling us to serve Him, and to minister to the poor.

Doctor Dolittle A. Preliminaries (Ask before showning movie) 1.He had a gift. What was it? 2. When did he first become aware that he had a gift? (As a child) 3. How did people respond to his gift? They misunderstand, they think he’s crazy Everyone – even those closest to him. 4. So what was ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:3, Proverbs 19:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Cost Of The Cross

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Jun 6, 2004

A message concerning the cost of following Jesus.

The Cost of the Cross Introduction The Curiosity of the Call Burning Bush The Chiseling of Character 40 Years The Challenge of Conviction The Lord said The Crisis of Commitment Red Sea Cul de Sac Note: I believe I have inherited a church somewhere between Egypt and the Red Sea. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11, Luke 9:18-27

Denomination: Baptist