Sermons on No Justice In The World:

In The Image Of God

Contributed by Perry Greene on Dec 19, 2016

Jesus came to seek and save the lost as our Savior and Redeemer. He also came to display and restore the image of God in the world.

1. [Ray Vander Laan tells the following story – Soldier asked the lost rabbi: Who are you and what are you doing here? He offered the soldier twice his pay if he would stand by his door and ask that question each morning. a. Names are important to many in the world – Benoni/Benjamin b. We have ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:13-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pursuit Of True Happiness Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jul 22, 2012

The world offers us fame, wealth, beauty, wisdom, and power to make us happy. But true happiness can only be found in one place.

Today we conclude our freedom messages. We’ve discussed our life in Christ and our freedom in Christ. Today I want to teach about our pursuit of happiness. What makes you happy? In a recent survey the most common themes of happiness were fame, wealth, beauty, wisdom, and power. Those ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12

Denomination: Foursquare

Christ The Savior On Christmas. Series

Contributed by Peter Silway on Nov 5, 2014

Is Jesus the Savior of the world? Has he really come on this Christmas Eve that we celebrate ?Was he sent of God? Was he the Messiah the world was looking for? This one line from Mathew. will reveal to us.today the truth.

CHRIST THE SAVIOR ON CHRISTMAS. Mt.1:1.The book of the generation of Jesus Christ the son of David the son of Abraham.’ Is Jesus the savior of the world? Has he come on this Christmas eve that we celebrate ?Was he sent of God? was he the Messiah the world was looking for? This one line from ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

When Good People Grow Weary Of Unjust And Ungrateful People. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 27, 2024

Good people, by nature, are empathetic and compassionate, always willing to lend a helping hand.

Good people, by nature, are empathetic and compassionate, always willing to lend a helping hand. However, even the most patient and kind-hearted individuals have their limits. The Bible acknowledges this reality and offers guidance on how to navigate such situations. The Parable of the Unforgiving ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35, Luke 17:11-19, Psalm 109:1-5

Easter In Light Of Va. Tech

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Apr 20, 2007

Evil and sin exist in the world, even after the resurrection. Our calling is to minister to our Lord’s victory

3rd Sunday of Easter – Va. Tech Shooting, April 22, 2007 Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Almighty God, in raising our Lord Jesus from the dead, you defeated the powers of evil, and triumphed over the results of our sin. In all ...read more

Scripture: John 21:1-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Making Sense Of It All

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Feb 7, 2005

Why do major disasters happen in God’s world? How can we make sense of it as Christians

By Michael Prabaharan This sermon is rated R18. It contains strong violence, adult themes and disturbing content. Making sense of the week that was Our reading from Matthew reminds us of one aspect of the Christmas story that doesn’t get much airplay. The visit of the Magi in search of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Anglican

Meet The Real Superman Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 9, 2013

Superman might be good enough to save a virtual world. But we need a real Savior to save us from the real one.

Meet the Real Superman John 5:16-30 Introduction Two weeks ago, we talked about Jesus healing the sick man who had been sick for 38 years on the Sabbath day. To the Pharisees, this seemed to be a gross violation of the Law of Moses. In fact, the Old Testament forbid the carrying of a burden on ...read more

Scripture: John 5:16-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Where Is God In This Crisis?

Contributed by Don Hawks on Apr 14, 2002

A message in response to the 9/11 terrorist attacks-spiritual anchors for your soul in a changing world.

Psalm 46 1 God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. 2 So we will not fear, even if earthquakes come and the mountains crumble into the sea. 3 Let the oceans roar and foam. Let the mountains tremble as the waters surge! 4 A river brings joy to the city of our ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:25-29, Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

This Jesus Light Of Mine Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 8, 2020

What did Jesus mean when he declared "I am the light of the world?"

Back in the Old Testament, we read that the Israelites had been in Egypt for 400 years, much of that time as slaves. Finally, when the time was right, God sent Moses to lead the people out of their slavery… into freedom. And for the next 40 years, the Israelites wandered in the desert, being led ...read more

Scripture: John 8:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Tragedy Of A Wasted Life

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Apr 11, 2001

What happens to my life when it is exposed to the atmosphere of a lost world.

THE TRAGEDY OF A WASTED LIFE - Jer 13:1-11  Ever stop to examine your life? What is it lived for? Am I placing priorities on things that really matter in the big picture? YOUNG MAN had an accident while driving his car that was quite spectacular. When the policeman arrived he found the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 13:1-11

A Candle In The Darkness

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 27, 2001

The image of being "the light of the world" is quite important to the Christian life

A CANDLE IN THE DARKNESS MATTHEW 5:14-16 OPENING ILLUSTRATION… “Take off the Sticker” (p) My wife and I were traveling to Greeneville the other day and I became frustrated. We were in our car, which really has no markings that we are Christians other than the “Pastor” sticker I have placed in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Different Kingdoms

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 31, 2002

There are some major differences between the kingdom the world has and the Kingdom of God.

Different Kingdoms (Capitalized words used as blanks in a Hand Out) …"I will live with them and walk among them, and I will be their God, and they will be my people. …"I will be a Father to you, and you will be my sons and daughters, says the Lord Almighty."(2 Cor. 6:16,18) Ideas people have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Fragrance Of Christ's Presence

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Feb 26, 2001

The presence of Christ in our life is a sweet smelling fragrance to God and the world

THE FRAGRANCE OF CHRIST’S PRESENCE 2 COR 2:14-17 I. THE VICTORY OF CHRIST OVER HIS ENEMIES A. A parallel drawn from the roman custom of celebrating a triumphant outcome in battle 1-a king leading a defeated foe to further humiliate him -Col 2:15 And having spoiled principalities and powers, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Denomination: Church Of God

The Search

Contributed by Rob Short on Mar 18, 2001

About the quest for meaning and completeness in a world that believes it has all the answers

The Search Mathhew 7:7-8 Cardiff Heights Baptist Church 3rd December 2000 You might not believe this but I have discovered the world’s best method for searching for something. It works everytime, I always find what I am looking for. When I lose my wallet or my keys, usually both, I don’t use up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

God's Remedy For Stress 2 Series

Contributed by Andrew Schroer on Mar 19, 2001

God can help us with the stress caused by the world around us.

Forty three percent, almost half of all American adults, suffer adverse health affects due to stress: migraines, high blood pressure, acne, fatigue, depression... One million workers here in the United States are absent on an average workday due to stress related complaints. Stress is real and it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Lutheran