Sermons on Motivations:

Resolving Conflict

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jun 19, 2013

People are quick to anger and slow to have forgiveness and resolution. James helps us deal with conflict and not act like the Hatfields and the Mccoys.

Resolving conflict James chapter 4:1-4:10 Introduction- Turn to James chapter 4:1-4:10 In these verses James addresses two issues- Our issue of selfishness and why we have so many disagreements that explode into conflicts that need resolution. The second thing he addresses is our selfishness ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Nazarene

Good News Of Jesus As King

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 1, 2013

It was always in the plan of God that Jesus would be presented as a King. The problem with the kingship of Jesus was that God’s King and Man’s King were not necessarily the same thing.

GOD’S GOOD NEWS OF JESUS AS KING. Luke 19:28-44 http://chirb.it/FN2Frf I. THE PLAN OF GOD HAD ALWAYS BEEN THAT JESUS WOULD BE A KING. 1.) Jesus was recognized as king at the time of his conception. A.) Luke 1:31-33 B.) Observe if you will these statements from the angel Gabriel to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"The Hypocrite” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Mar 6, 2018

Jesus gives us the profile of a hypocrite.

This Sunday and the next, we're going to take a look at two problem people. We refer to them as problem people because Jesus had a problem with them; and He let them know it! We're talking about the hypocrite and the legalist. (READ TEXT) Jesus addressed a Pharisee and the experts in the law. In ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:37-54

Denomination: Baptist

"Guideline #5: Choose The Right Attitude” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Aug 14, 2017

What does an attitude of faith look like?

Top ten indicators that you're having a lousy day 10. You wake up and your braces are locked together. 9. You put both contact lenses in the same eye. 8. Your wife says, "Good morning Bill," and your name is George 7. You turn on the news and they're showing emergency routes out of the city. 6. You ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-13

Denomination: Baptist

Can Our Nation Return Back To God?

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Jul 3, 2017

This was a Canada Day message from 2 Chronicles 7:14 giving God's prescription for out nation to come back to God again.

CAN OUR NATION RETURN BACK TO GOD? 2 Chronicles 7:14 July 02, 2017 If you go to the following web address it will take you to an MP3 recording of this sermon http://chirb.it/kLKC3J INTRODUCTION: 1.) It ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Reason For Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 10, 2018

Message 1 in our exposition of Colossians exploring Paul's greeting and thanksgiving.

Chico Alliance Church “A Reason for Thanksgiving” Introduction We begin a new series of messages from Paul’s letter to the church at Colossi. This was an inland town on the main commercial thoroughfare between east and west. The city’s location brought it to a position of wealth and influence. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-2

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Following The Footsteps Of Jesus

Contributed by Gary Eller on Nov 8, 2016

How to become more like Jesus!

FOLLOWING THE FOOTSTEPS OF JESUS 1COR 15 VS 1-20 1 Corinthians 15:1-20 (NKJV) 1 Moreover, brethren, I declare to you the gospel which I preached to you, which also you received and in which you stand, 2 by which also you are saved, if you hold fast that word which I preached to you--unless you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-20

Denomination: *other

Lesson 11: In Humility, Look Out For The Interests Of Others Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 22, 2018

Paul presses forward with his appeal for living worthy of the gospel by exhorting his readers to interact humbly with one another.

Date: 7/13/18 Lesson #11 Title: In Humility, Look Out for the Interests of Others Scripture: (Philippians 2:3, 4 NIV) 3 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, 4 not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Peril Of Having Too Much Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 28, 2021

The rich young ruler and his decision to walk away from the call of Jesus shattered the disciple's beliefs about riches being an exclusive sign of favor with God. Money and possessions tend to be a hindrance to faith in Him instead.

A young man whom the Scriptures refer to as a "rich young ruler" came before Jesus with a question on how to obtain eternal life. After using the Law as a means of examining his motives, Jesus instructed him to go and sell all his possessions in order to receive spiritual treasure and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:23, Mark 4:19, Mark 10:17-22, 1 Timothy 6:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Spiritual Warfare Behind Humility And Selfishness Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 26, 2015

THE ISSUES OF HUMILITY AND UNITY ARE VITAL TO THE CHURCH

THE SPIRITUAL WARFARE BEHIND HUMILITY AND SELFISHNESS PHILIPPIANS 2:3-4 DO NOTHING FROM SELFISHNESS OR EMPTY CONCEIT, BUT WITH HUMILITY OF MIND REGARD ONE ANOTHER AS MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOURSELVES; 4  DO NOT MERELY LOOK OUT FOR YOUR OWN PERSONAL INTERESTS, BUT ALSO FOR THE INTERESTS OF ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

True Love Reigns Sermon Iv: In His Service, Love Bears Burdens Freely Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Feb 25, 2020

To truly love others is to reduce theological knowledge to its lowest common denominator by bearing one another's burdens and so fulfill "the law of Christ" - the one that matters most.

IN HIS SERVICE, LOVE BEARS BURDENS FREELY “In His Service” is how some of us in Christian ministry sign letters and communications intended for church members and non-members alike . . . how we who are called by His Name are expected by ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1-10

Peace & Persecution

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Aug 28, 2019

Are you comfortable in being a follower of Christ? Countless Christians around the world face intense persecution for being followers of Jesus, but they're not alone. We share in the struggles of being a Christian. Why is that? Listen to Jesus' call to deny yourself and follow him.

Each year, a Christian organization called “Open Doors” publishes a list of the top 50 countries where Christians are most intensely persecuted for their faith. Physical violence, death threats, execution, imprisonment, rape, neglect, burning of homes, bombing of churches, abandoned by family, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-24

Denomination: Lutheran

Uncommon Grace Series

Contributed by Dave Vance on Jan 20, 2019

Has grace become common?

How many of us have this same experience with the beauty of grace. God graciously gives us freedom from the bondage of sin. It’s grace that is beyond human description. But God continues to pour upon our salvation gifts like Scripture, prayer, the church, our families, friends, jobs, and ...read more

The Value And Power Of Your Testimony

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Jun 22, 2014

A brief unpacking of 1 Peter, looking at Peter's encouragement to always be prepared to give an answer for our hope.

The Value and Power of Your Testimony - 1 Peter 3:15-16 - June 22, 2014 We’ve just heard the testimony of a follower of Jesus Christ. Joanne has shared her heart - what God has done and is doing in her life. And I hope you’ve been encouraged by her words. I hope you have perhaps been ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

First Sunday Of Lent, Year A- The Tactics Of Temptation

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 21, 2023

C.S. Lewis made an astute observation in his masterful Screwtape Letters: the devil cannot manufacture real goods or pleasures; he’s stuck with the ones God has made and for which our natures have an inclination.

I saw this Cartoon of Satan tempting Jesus, saying: “If you are the Son of God, command this stone to become a medium rare ribeye steak with truffle butter.” [Jesus is thinking to himself, “He’s getting better at this.”] Note that Jesus did not say, “Man cannot live by coffee alone, but he will ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7-9, Genesis 3:1-7

Denomination: Catholic