Sermons on No Shame:

The Grace Of Overlooking An Insult

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 11, 2021

We look at the 5 reasons we should overlook insults: To aid the new nature, to seek Truth, because we consider its source, because we only seek God's approval, and to show our revilers God's grace.

THE GRACE OF OVERLOOKING AN INSULT INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: Stories from Alaska 1. What do you call an emotionally unstable animal who lives in Alaska and vacations in antarctica? A BIPOLAR BEAR 2. Culturally no one in Alaska dates in the winter. Why not? "Because it’s hard to break the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Cost Of Discipleship

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 24, 2021

Jesus tells the disciples He will have to suffer and Peter rebukes HIm. Jesus tells them that unless they deny themselves & take their cross, they'll be rejected. The power of God only flows into a crucified life. Have you surrendered all yet?

THE COST OF DISCIPLESHIP Mk. 8:31-38 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A teacher with obvious liberal tendencies told her class of small children that she was an atheist. She asked her class, “How many of you want to be atheists too?” Not knowing what atheism is, but wanting to be like their teacher, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Walking In His Life Series

Contributed by Tim Hinrichs on Mar 30, 2021

As a believer, we can fully identify with Jesus in all that he went through and this is life changing!

The TV show “The Chosen” is one of the most eye-opening I’ve ever seen. It is a series depicting the ministry of Jesus in as realistic a way as possible. It is powerful. One of the most appealing things about it is that you really get the feel of what it would be like to live like one of the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-15, Romans 6:2-4, Psalm 96:10-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Go To Him Outside The Camp

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Aug 15, 2003

Going to Him outside the camp means: "go to 1)THE BLOOD." "Think outside 2)THE BOX." "Have a heart for 3)THE BANISHED."

¡§Go to Him outside the camp¡¨ Hebs 13:7-14 WBC 17/8/03pm I¡¦ve got a strong word for you, tonight. - what¡¦s its context? - Hebrews: letter to Jews who were in danger of reneging their faith. Going back. Reverting to Judaism. o Because of pressure, persecution and disappointment The first ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:9-14, Hebrews 13:13

Denomination: Baptist

A Loving Covenant

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Jun 23, 2006

Divorce is an epidemic in our society today. This sermon focuses on God’s view for marriage and how we can improve our marriages as God meant them to be.

A Loving Covenant Genesis 2:18-25 Intro.: A. We have an Epidemic on our hands today. It is not a disease epidemic that medicine can cure. Nor is it an epidemic of pestilence or natural disasters. The Epidemic that I am talking about today is the Break down of the Family! Today: One Half all ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18-25

Denomination: Adventist

More Than Others

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 2, 2005

3 Types of Christians: The SPECTATOR is just there to observe; the ANTICIPATOR is expecting real blessings but not doing anything; the PARTICIPATOR is busy doing the work. Free PowerPoint Template at website.

More Than Others Mt. 5:46, 47 http://www.gbcdecatur.org/sermons/MoreThanOthers.html "For if ye love them which love you, what reward have ye? do not even the publicans the same? And if ye salute your brethren only, what do ye more than others? . . ."--Matt. 5:46, 47. In the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:46-47

Denomination: Baptist

Are You A Lump? Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Jul 18, 2005

Sometimes we feel like hiding under the covers, like a lump instead of facing up to our faults. Through Christ the price has been paid for all our faults, past, present and future. Therefore there can be no condemnation.

CSI: CHRISTIAN SPIRITUAL IDENTITY “ARE YOU A LUMP?” Show Nooma video- “Lump” What is the area of your life where you feel like a lump? Are you overwhelmed by the past and feel like there is no hope? Today we are going to look at the spiritual identity of those who are trapped by the sin that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

What Does The Cross Mean To You? (Good Friday)

Contributed by Don Schultz on Feb 12, 2002

For that one thief on the cross, the crucifixion of Jesus changed everything. So for us.

What is the most common religious symbol in the world? In our part of the world, the most common religious symbol is the cross. You see the cross on churches. You see the cross in jewelry. Athletes cross themselves sometimes during sporting events. What does the cross mean to you? It wasn’t ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-43, Luke 23:32

Denomination: Lutheran

The Lord Come Quickly!

Contributed by Alan Hughes on Oct 16, 2004

This passage of the Psalms speaks of the Lord’s protection, salvation, and exaltation and how it should affect our lives

The Lord Come Quickly! Psalms 40:11-17 October 13, 2004 PM Introduction: When you were a child, did you ever get lost and was hoping your mom or dad would come and rescue you? Have you ever felt God’s protection? Read Psalms 40:11-17 I. The Lord’s Protection vs 11-12 Illustration of God’s ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

"The Purpose Of The Resurrection" Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on May 4, 2010

Why was Jesus raised from the dead?

In Genesis 1-2, we read the Creation account and how God planned for us to live. In the midst of it all, a recurring phrase appears. Six times after God creates something the text says, "and God saw that it was good." He is pleased. Things are the way He intended for them to be. On day six, the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:14-17

Denomination: Baptist

Living In Forgiveness....in Christ Series

Contributed by Dustin T Parker on Jun 13, 2010

One of the "secrets" to living in Christ is not falsely claiming holiness, but rather knowing that we can deal with all our sin by confessing it, and hearing we are forgiven.

Living In Forgiveness…in Christ Luke 7:36-8:3 † IN JESUS NAME † To you is given the gift of mercy, love and peace that is from God our Father and our Lord Jesus Christ. With that gift is the freedom to truly live! * The Crushing weight of sin…and failure As he sits there ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Just Wait Till Your Daddy Gets Home Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Aug 30, 2010

Exposition of 1 Cor 4:6-21 regarding his coming to accountability of the church to do what he told them in the first 3 chapters

Text: 1 Corinthians 4:6-21, Title: Just Wait Till Your Daddy Gets Home, Date/Place: NRBC, 8/29/10, AM A. Opening illustration: Talk about working for Craig Belitz, and everyone trying to look busy when he came B. Background to passage: Again, Paul is bringing his argument regarding division, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:6-21

Denomination: Baptist

When You Turn On The Light

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Mar 6, 2009

Light reveals not only what we want to see but also what others don’t want us to see. Jesus, as the true light, does both, all for the purpose of offering freedom to a world trapped in darkness.

When You Turn On the Light Griffith Baptist Church – 3/8/09 A.M. Service Text: John 8:1-12 (9:1-5) Key verse: John 8:12 - Then spake Jesus again unto them, saying, I am the light of the world: he that followeth me shall not walk in darkness, but shall have the light of life. Premise: Light ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Grief, Guilt, Grudge! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 6, 2009

Because the three G’s, grief, guilt, and grudge, will happen in our lives, are we clinging to the Big G, God, for answers?

Are you grieving because you lost a loved one? Do you have guilt because you did something wrong? Do you have a grudge because someone hurt you? Maybe you are struggling with all three; you are grieving, you have guilt, and you have a grudge! The message this morning provides an answer to all ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 42:1-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Joyride - Pt. 2 - Jesus' Ped Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Aug 13, 2013

We have the right to pursue happiness. However, we soon discover that happiness is fleeting. Joy is better, but how do you find, obtain and keep it?

Joyride - Pt. 2 – Jesus' P.E.D. I. Introduction Life is up and down. Loops, turns, cliff like drops. Our life often feels much like one of those white knuckle, scream your lungs out, lose your lunch type of amusement rides! It is into that type of experience that Jesus came onto the scene ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 8:10

Denomination: Pentecostal