Sermons on Natural Consequences:

Only Idiots Throw Stones, Blinded Minds

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 21, 2019

There are 18 Shimei's in the Bible. Shimei son of Gera has a great lesson to share. BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU THROW STONES... BLIND EYES ARE SAD, BUT BLINDED MINDS ARE TERRIBLE. Look up: Part #2 The consequences of throwing stones.

ONLY IDIOTS THROW STONES, BLINDED MINDS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: John 8:7 So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her. I love Bible study. I love to study book ...read more

Scripture: John 8:7, 1 Samuel 16:6-12, 2 Samuel 16:5-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Else Do You Need To Shed? Series

Contributed by Alis Cerrahyan on Jun 27, 2019

Holding on to our comfort zone can have serious consequences; especially if it's hindering our works within the body of Christ. Either we're in or we're not. There are no half-officers in the army of God.

Many different types of people walk through the gates into boot camp. Rich and poor; fat and skinny; bully and timid; smart and stupid; agile and clumsy; capable and ignorant. The first task that the military has to accomplish is to make them all "equal." That's called ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:62, James 4:17

Lessons From Jeremiah – Part 15 – Swifter Than Eagles The Land Will Be Scorched By Babylon Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Apr 13, 2024

Judah rejected the true message because they want to believe the lie. All actions have a consequence and the time for accountability had arrived. The human heart embraces sin so firmly it will not release it and hastens on to its own destruction. Babylon was the scorching wind.

LESSONS FROM JEREMIAH – PART 15 – SWIFTER THAN EAGLES THE LAND WILL BE SCORCHED BY BABYLON PART 15 - Jeremiah 4:10- CHAPTER 4 [A]. GOD’S WILL ALLOWS ODD THINGS TO HAPPEN {{Jeremiah 4:10 Then I said, “Ah, Lord GOD, SURELY YOU HAVE UTTERLY DECEIVED THIS PEOPLE and Jerusalem, saying, ‘You will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:2-4, Jeremiah 6:13-14, Jeremiah 5:30-31, Jeremiah 14:14-16, Jeremiah 4:11-13, Jeremiah 4:10, Jeremiah 3:2, Jeremiah 4:14-18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Wilderness Years Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Dec 2, 2022

Yahweh protected David throughout the wilderness years and for the most part, David relied on Yahweh and put his loyalty to Him above all other considerations. However, there is one glaring moment when David decided to go it alone ---- with disastrous consequences.

December 03, 2022 The stories of the Wilderness Years cover 9 chapters in 1 Samuel. Here are the highlights. After Jonathan and David parted, David fled to Nob, where the Tabernacle resided. He went to see Ahimelech, the high priest. Ahimelech was surprised to see David and asked why he was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 23:14-15

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Flawed Human Being Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 10, 2021

Samson was a man of extreme contradictions: flawed yet favored. This message explores his Calling and his Compromises drawing lessons for our own lives.

The title of today’s message is “A Flawed Human Being.” Do we have any flawed human beings here today? If so, this message is for you. If you are a perfected little angel, you probably won’t be able to identify with this sermon. One of the amazing truths in Scripture is that God’s loves flawed ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32, Matthew 9:13, Titus 3:5, Judges 2:10, Judges 17:6, Galatians 6:7, Numbers 6:1-27, Romans 9:10-13, Numbers 22:1-41  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

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

God Approved Sufferings

Contributed by Jedidiah Jedidiah on Aug 19, 2025

The Bible frequently presents suffering not as a sign of God's rejection, but as a tool He uses for spiritual growth and refinement. The common reaction of men is to reject suffering as a natural human tendency. The Bible acknowledges this, but also provides a different perspective.

God Approved Sufferings The Bible frequently presents suffering not as a sign of God's rejection, but as a tool He uses for spiritual growth and refinement. The common reaction of men is to reject suffering. This part of the statement reflects a natural human tendency. We instinctively avoid ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:11

Meekness, Not Weakness

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Apr 15, 2014

Meekness is not weakness.

Series: The Sermon on the Mount Title: Meekness, Not Weakness Text: Matthew 5:5 Introduction: J. Upton Dickson was a Christian humorist. He once said he wanted to found a group for submissive people based on a pamphlet he was working on entitled “Cower Power”. The group was called ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Sexual Sanity In A Morally Broken World"

Contributed by Bill Bowdle on Feb 5, 2018

Game of Human Sexuality is greatest "super-bowl" contest in our behavior. Proverbs has God's game plan for victory & shows us how to: 1 -Prepare for Temptation In Advance 2 - Know The Tempter’s Strategy to Defeat You 3 - Know the Consequences of Defeat..

========================================= Sermon: "Sexual Sanity In a Morally Broken World" Series: "Wise Living in a Foolish World" ========================================= REV. BILL BOWDLE Preached at Bethel UM Church, Bethel, OH 02/05/2011 Posted 2/6/2018 - Retired since 06/2014 Today’s ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 9:14-17, Proverbs 7:6-27, Proverbs 6:20-35, Proverbs 5:1-23

Denomination: United Methodist

Don't Be A Survivor

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Apr 16, 2004

It is our most natural instinct, our strongest desire, the basic fabric of human existence, - the will to survive! As Christians we are supposed to have been crucified with Christ and now living our lives in and for Him. This is a conflict for most of us

18, January 2004 Dakota Community Church Don’t Be A Survivor It is the theme and title of the most popular television series at this time. It is our most natural instinct, our strongest desire, the basic fabric of human existence, - the will to survive! As Christians we are supposed to have been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-24, Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Mennonite

Lead Others To Know God

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jan 31, 2006

The Apostle Paul’s message to the men of Athens at the Areopagus gives us a model for sharing Christ with others. We start with their natural knowledge of God and transition to the revealed knowledge of God.

What is the “natural knowledge” of God? Since our “examination / confirmation Sunday” is just over a month away I hope that one of our confirmands can answer that question. What is the “natural knowledge” of God? The “natural knowledge” of God is what all people know about God from nature and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:22-31

Denomination: Lutheran

Acts Of Mothers Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 1, 2006

The acts of mother’s have pointed to the truth that man and woman were made in the image of God and the sacrificial nature of mothers for their families reflects the sacrificial love God has for the world.

The Acts of Mothers Skit: Brian and Angie on the acts of Mothers A Video of different people telling what they appreciate about their mothers from New Life Community Church. On the lighter side of life: "The hand that rocks the cradle usually is attached to someone who isn’t getting enough ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking In The Favor Of God!pt.2

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 12, 2006

Living with the favor of God means everything! People take notice of someone who walks in the fruit of God! Favor brings natural promotions, but most of all, it brings Spiritual promotions!

Walking in the Favor of the Lord pt.2 Isaiah 1:18 20 Come now, and let us reason together,” Says the LORD,Though your sins are like scarlet, They shall be as white as snow; Though they are red like crimson, They shall be as wool. 19 If you are willing and obedient, You shall eat the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:18-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Making Light Of Sin Series

Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 3, 2006

Sin is not just a problem for non Christians, but also for those who are called "children of Light." This text highlights the transforming nature of the light of Jesus as we let it expose our sin.

Making Light of Sin Ephesians 5:2-14 Introduction A man and his wife were shopping at a mall and a pretty young woman. The man’s eyes followed her. Without looking up from the item she was examining, his wife asked, "Was it worth the trouble you’re in?" This little joke makes us laugh in part ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Let Your Light Shine

Contributed by James May on Aug 20, 2004

Letting your light shine is a natural characteristic of those who are filled with the Holy Spirit and living for Jesus. He said that WE are the Light of the Word because we refect Him.

You Are the Light of the World (This sermon was adapted from message by Pastor Roger Griffith for another website. He also has some sermons posted here at Sermoncentral.com) Matthew 5:14 "You are the light of the world. A city that is set on a hill cannot be hid. Neither do men light a candle ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible