Sermons on Moral Standards:

What Is Sin?

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 8, 2022

What is sin? How did sin originate? Did we inherit sin? What happens when Christians sin?

What is sin? How did sin originate? Did we inherit sin? What happens when Christians sin? Does God have a solution to sin? Our English word sin is a translation of many different words. The original meanings have much to teach us. Missing the Mark A common Greek word for sin ?µa?t?a (hamartia) ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12

Denomination: Baptist

Righteousness Vs. Unrighteousness Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 29, 2025

The Bible teaches that humanity is divided into two distinct categories: the righteous and the unrighteous.

The Bible teaches that humanity is divided into two distinct categories: the righteous and the unrighteous. This distinction is not based on human merit or achievement, but rather on one's relationship with God and their adherence to His commandments. What is Righteousness? Righteousness is ...read more

Servant Leadership Involves Pain--Even In Election Season

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 16, 2024

One of the two major parties has made abortion this voting cycle their preeminent priority. Let's look at the morality behind that divide.

There is something almost humorous in today’s Gospel pericope. The story has come down to us in two versions. Both place this incident right after Jesus predicted His passion and death for the third time. St. Matthew’s original version pictures Salome, mother of James and John, making the request. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:10-11, Psalm 33:4-5, Hebrews 4:14-16, Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Catholic

Men Of Integrity

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 11, 2025

Integrity is not an option; it is a demand from heaven. It is the foundation of lasting influence and divine favour. God is looking for men who will walk uprightly, speak the truth in their hearts, and keep their word.

MEN OF INTEGRITY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 20:7 Supporting Texts: Psalm 15:1-5, Job 2:3, Daniel 6:4, Genesis 39:9, 1 Samuel 12:1-5, Titus 2:7-8 INTRODUCTION: Integrity is the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles. In today’s world of compromise and moral ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 20:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Importance Of Character

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 10, 2025

Character is the foundation of a Christian’s witness and the measure of a life that honours God.

THE IMPORTANCE OF CHARACTER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 22:1 Key Verse: “A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favour rather than silver and gold.” (Proverbs 22:1) Supporting Texts: Proverbs 11:3, Matthew 5:16, Titus 2:7-8, Galatians ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"What Is Truth?” Series

Contributed by Allen Hern on Apr 1, 2004

In the midst of a cynical world; cynical about politics; cynical about moral values; cynical about religion; we need a foundation of truth to sustain us.

 200416.ser “What Is Truth?” CLBC March 28, 2004 a.m. Subject: Truth Theme: Living in Truth Passage: John 18:28 - 38 Text: John 18: 38 Do you hear the note of cynicism in ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-38, John 18:38

Denomination: Baptist

One Another

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Aug 1, 2012

The Word is full of "one anotherisms" leading to a spirit of unity and a bond of peace, but these must be rooted and grounded in the gospel lest they become mere moralism

One Another TCF Sermon June 24, 2012 You occasionally read about churches or church members in various places who have battles over various things, some of which are important and worth debating, others clearly not. Unfortunately, Church feuds are not uncommon. They are bad enough when a few ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Turning A Religion Into A Relationship Series

Contributed by Steve Hanchett on Apr 23, 2001

Jesus’ encounter with Nicodemus. Sincere seekers need to be born again.

“When a Religion Becomes a Relationship” John 3:1-15 Steve Hanchett, pastor Berry Road Baptist Church April 22, 2001 There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. The man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher come from God; for no ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-15, Psalm 37:1

Denomination: Baptist

Giving And The Prophets Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 15, 2023

If we ask, what is the minimum standard we can give to the Lord and still be OK? then it reveals a problem in our relationship with the Lord. We find joy in giving abundantly.

In many areas of life, we find minimum standards. There are minimum daily requirements of vitamins. There are minimum speed limits on the interstate. You probably remember a time in your student life when a paper was assigned and the first question a student asked was, what is the minimum number ...read more

Scripture: Amos 4:1-5, Malachi 3:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Christians Live By Faith 24/7

Contributed by David Mcnally on Feb 12, 2012

Faith is not an abstract or philosdophical concept but something tangivle and real, and not only for an hour or so one day a week, but for every aspect of daily living.

OT: 2 Kings 5:1-14 – Elisha and Naaman being healed of leprosy Gospel: Mark 1:40-45 Jesus heals a man of leprosy Sermon: Christians live by faith ‘Faith’ is not just an abstract thing; something to exercise for an hour or so on a Sunday, but something tangible and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:40-45

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Returning To The Ancient Path

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 19, 2025

God is calling His people to return to the ancient path—the way of holiness, truth, and faith. In a world filled with distractions and deceptions, we must be intentional about staying on the right path.

RETURNING TO THE ANCIENT PATH By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 6:16 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 4:26-27, Isaiah 30:21, Matthew 7:13-14, 2 Timothy 3:16-17 INTRODUCTION: The world is rapidly changing, and many have abandoned the old paths of righteousness for modern alternatives that do ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Discern Between Decisions That Are Good, Better Or Best 

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Ask the Lord to help your decisions take into account Biblical, spiritual, moral, mental, social, historical, and interpersonal factors.

Quote: Jesus said, "If anyone is willing to know my will they will know of the teaching if it is from God or whether I merely speak from myself." (John 7:17) Illustration:To avoid criticism, do nothing, say nothing, be nothing. Elbert Hubbard. 1. Have you ever wondered how to tell the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:27-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"A Church Member Gets Saved"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Aug 26, 2003

Nicodemus was religious, moral, and active in his "church" ... yet LOST. This message focuses on those in the church who might be lost.

“A Church Member Gets Saved” John 3:1-21 INTRODUCTION: I’m not known as a “Hell-Fire & Brimstone” preacher. If that’s what you want, I can recommend several churches in the area. In some churches, that’s what you’ll get … every Sunday. It gets old after awhile. Every now & then, someone will ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Live As Children Of Light Series

Contributed by Jim Luthy on Oct 30, 2002

A child of light concerns himself with conduct that is personally and morally fitting for those who are blessed and have Christ dwelling in them.

In our study of the Apostle Paul’s letter to the church in Ephesus, we were first challenged to pursue understanding—we are blessed in the heavenly realms; we can know Christ more and more, and as we know him he will become for us our only prize, our greatest treasure; we are God’s completed work, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The World-View Buster"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 6, 2010

The Parable of the Good Samaritan can be used as a morality tale,but that’s not necessarily why Jesus told it.

Luke 9:51-55, 10:25-37 “The World-View Buster” By: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN This passage is one of the best known in all of Scripture. Whether one attends a church or not, most people know the details of the story long before it’s read to ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist