Sermons on Moral Guidance:

Letter To The Church In Pergamum

Contributed by Claude Alexander on Jun 10, 2020

Pergamum was the first city of Asia to openly support the imperial cult or emperor worship, and therefore was considered the chief seat.

Letter to the Church in Pergamum Rev. 2:12-17 As we begin our study and draw some application to present day, let’s look back historically to get an idea what was happening 19 centuries ago. We find that Pergamum was the capital of Asia, and had been the capital city of Asia for almost 400 years. ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

One Nation Under Judgment Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 17, 2013

When a nation is under God's judgment, pray as Daniel did with confidence in God's Word; pray confessing our nation's sins; and pray calling on God's mercy.

In 1887, Alexander Tyler, a Scottish history professor at the University of Edinburgh, had this to say about the fall of the Athenian Republic some 2,000 years prior: “A democracy is always temporary in nature; it simply cannot exist as a permanent form of government. A democracy will ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Making A Meaningful Life Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on May 30, 2011

These first verses of chapter one reveal the purpose of the book. It was written to teach wisdom by applying wisdom to life. It's wise practical teaching leads the understanding man who fears the Lord to wisdom.

PROVERBS 1: 2-7 MAKING A MEANINGFUL LIFE TO IMPROVE EFFICIENCY, a company hired a consultant, who called a meeting of all shop personnel. Stressing the need to listen to experts, he said, "Imagine you're on the Titanic, and it's sinking. You climb into a lifeboat. Which direction would you ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Joined To The Lord-5

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 29, 2018

5 of 6. The apostle Paul warned the church at Corinth of the inherent danger of sexual immorality. God must be allowed to control our bodies. But Why? When you/we are Joined to the Lord...

JOINED To The LORD-V—1Corinthians 6:12-20 Those Uncontrollable Christians Attention: COMMENTS NEVER HEARD AT CHURCH... 1. Hey! It's my turn to sit in the front pew! 2. Preacher, I was so enthralled, I never noticed your sermon went 25 minutes over time. 3. Personally I find witnessing much ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Denomination: Baptist

A Most Unusual Parable Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 13, 2026

Why does this parable sound more like a life hack than a parable?

- Some life hacks, according to people online (I haven’t tried these): - "For chores that I don't like to do (like washing a big pile of dishes), I set a timer for four minutes and tell myself I will do it for four minutes, and after the time goes off, I can stop if I want to. Just giving ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-11

Denomination: Baptist

We Are Called To Be People Of Prayer. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 7, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the importance of prayer in the life of a Christian woman, and why everyone needs to pray.

As Christians, we are called to be people of prayer. Prayer is a vital part of our relationship with God, and it plays a crucial role in our spiritual growth and development. In this sermon, we will explore the importance of prayer in the life of a Christian woman, and why everyone needs to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31, 1 Thessalonians 5:17

Kids Under Construction

Contributed by Alton Coleman on Aug 13, 2001

Satan is trying to steal our children. We must bring them up to know the Lord.

Kids Under Construction Scripture Reading: Psalm 144:10-15 Scripture Text: Ephesians 6:4 And, ye fathers, provoke not your children to wrath: but bring them up in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. Ephes. 6:4 [Living] And now a word to you parents. Don’t keep on scolding and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 144:10-15

Denomination: Church Of God

Does Modesty Matter?

Contributed by Keith Davis on May 5, 2003

A serious, biblical look at the subject of modesty.

Title: Does Modesty Matter? Text: Multi-Texted Introduction: Genesis 2:25 (NCV) "The man and his wife were naked, but they were not ashamed." ‒ Adam and Eve found themselves created into a perfect SINLESS world. A. No Shame B. Innocent C. No blushing D. Naked and no reason ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Goodness Of God

Contributed by Juan Lane on Jul 16, 2005

When we use the phrase "God is good" are we misinterpreting the Word

The Goodness of God Subtitle: Are we misinterpreting the word? Scripture Reference: Mark 10:17-22 / Mark10:18 (KJV) Mark 10: 17-22 17 And when he was gone forth into the way, there came one running, and kneeled to him, and asked him, Good Master, what shall I do that I may inherit eternal life? ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Work Matters To God

Contributed by Steven Angus on Oct 5, 2006

Labor Day

OUR WORK MATTERS TO GOD Colossians 3:18-24 I recently read that including commuting time, the average American works about 50 hours a week. What studies actually show is that the percentage of people working longer hours has grown significantly over the past 10 years but at the same time those ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-24

Denomination: United Methodist

7 More Ways To Be Wise

Contributed by Todd Riley on Mar 25, 2006

Select verses from Provebs 26-31

Islington Baptist Church March 26, 2006 Proverbs 26-31 Scripture reading: Exodus 32 Even more ways to be wise This we must remember if we are going to be truly wise. The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline. Proverbs ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Empowered Church Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Jan 13, 2007

Today we are living in a church society, that has redefined what the church is all about.

THE EMPOWERED CHURCH Acts 2:1-7 Today we are living in a church society, that has redefined what the church is all about. Grant it so that the church, particularly the Black Church had its part in our history. It was the Black Church that helped in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

What God Wants Most

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jan 24, 2007

The point here is not that Martha’s activities are bad. The choice Jesus discusses with Martha is between something that is good and something that is better. Life is full of tough choices, and Jesus is addressing the relative merit of good activities her

What God Wants Most Luke 10:25-42 Suppose you have to choose between two people who want to go to dinner with you. The first is very warm and takes a genuine interest in others. He listens attentively and is fun to be with. Those who develop a friendship with him want it to last a lifetime. In ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Have You Learned?

Contributed by Angela Smith on Aug 23, 2006

A Youth Sunday sermon that reaches out to both the young & the young at heart.

“What have you learned?” As we walk through life it is important that we know & understand that this, this space in time we call life: is actually a place to glean wisdom & understanding. It is a place where experience is an awesome teacher. Parents & adults, we are required to teach our ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 11:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Christian's Influence Series

Contributed by Steve Smith on Aug 28, 2007

Jesus, using Salt and Light as an illustration, taught his disciples that we must be a different influence to others. Not as the world has seen, but a difference!

INTRODUCTION ILLUSTRATION: A Peanuts cartoon showed Peppermint Patty talking to Charlie Brown in which she said, “Guess what, Chuck? The first day of school, and I got sent to the principal’s office. It was your fault, Chuck.” Charlie Brown responds, “My fault? How could it be my fault? Why do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Baptist