Sermons on Not Against Us:

Jesus, Master, Have Pity On Us

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Oct 25, 2001

how jesus had pity on the 10 lepers

October 28, 2001 Luke 17:11-19 11 Now on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus traveled along the border between Samaria and Galilee. As he was going into a village, ten men who had leprosy met him. They stood at a distance and called out in a loud voice, “Jesus, Master, have pity on us!” 14 When he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Lutheran

Thanksgiving Turns Us Inside Out Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 17, 2008

When our mind is set up on the things of the Spirit, we will be “outward focused.” When our mind is set upon the things of the flesh, we re “inward focused.” Thanksgiving directs our attention toward God.

1. Review of Inside Out a. We are selfish, self-centered and self-absorbed. b. We turn to meeting our own needs and our own wants all too easily. c. God doesn’t want us to be that way. i. How do I know that? Because that is what is at the core of what we call sin – self. ii. If you think about this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5

Denomination: Baptist

He Is The Truth That Sets Us Free Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Nov 4, 2004

All people can be liberated from slavery to sin by following Jesus.

Who Is This Jesus? 8. He is the Truth that Sets Us Free John 8:31-36 October 30/31, 2004 Don Jaques MAIN IDEA: All people can be liberated from slavery to sin by following Jesus. OBJECTIVES: • People will understand that they are slaves to sin outside of Christ, and will feel a need for ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-36

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God’s Blood Covenant With Us!

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Feb 13, 2013

The new covenant in Christ is the ultimate everlasting covenant God made with all mankind and is ratified by the blood of Jesus Christ through His death on Calvary.

The Bible is in two major divisions called testaments or covenants. The word testament is a translation of the Greek “diatheke” which was a translation of the Hebrew word “Berith” which means covenant. The covenant is not much understood today having been watered down in meaning. However in the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:8-13, Genesis 15:1-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Use Your Worldly Wealth Wisely

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Aug 29, 2025

The parable of the dishonest manager leaves us with many unanswered questions. Why did Jesus use the “creative accounting” done by a cheater as the basis for a lesson on managing money and material wealth?

Dynamite. The airplane. Television. The Internet. Those are just a few examples of things that mankind has invented that have been used for good and for evil. Dynamite has allowed people to accomplish great tasks in building, mining, and demolition. Sadly it has also been used as a tool for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:9-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Because He First Loved Us Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Oct 5, 2008

Do we need God’s love to truly be able to love and how does God want us to love others

Because He First Loved Us God’s love for us produces love in us God’s love in us, enables us to… …Love others… … Sacrificially … Undeservedly God’s love for us is received through believing in Jesus Good morning. You can go ahead and be seated. We are glad that you are here. We started a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Using What You've Got Series

Contributed by Tim Bond on May 27, 2004

The Holy Spirit not only give us spiritual gifts to use in our service to God, He also gives us the power, love and self-discipline to utilize them effectively.

Last week we began a series of 3 messages on the nature and responsibility of having Spiritual Gifts. If you were here you might remember that we read from Romans 12 and 1 Peter 4. And we learned that every believer has at least one spiritual gift. These are God given abilities distributed among ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:3-7, 1 John 3:14-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Gave Us His Breath

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Apr 18, 2021

We were created by God and we are living beings because He gave us His breath

God Himself created man in His own image and likeness - Genesis 2:7. We belong to God and we are His children that He loves so much - John 3:16. God in His love and in His infinite mercy could not give us anything less than to give us His breath. In giving us his breath He expects nothing less of ...read more

Scripture: Job 33:4, Matthew 4:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Teach Us To Number Our Days

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Nov 30, 2021

Moses had witnessed those who had lived many years, carrying the wealth and riches of Egypt, but they all died in the wilderness and failed to receive the promises of God. Moses prays "So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom."

Subject: "Teach Us to Number Our Days" Text: Psalms 90:12 “So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.” Introduction: Moses dealt with Israel for more than 80 years. Just think about all that has taken place in the last 50 years. During the last 50 years, ...read more

Scripture: Job 14:1, James 4:14, Psalm 116:15, Psalm 90:1-12, Hebrews 9:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Just Like Us (Part Four)

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 3, 2019

Last week we looked at Samson. Samson was physically strong but in some ways he was spiritually weak. We, too can be strong in some areas but weak in others. Today, we'll look at Elijah. He was bold and courageous...well, most of the time.

JUST LIKE US (part four) Last week we looked at the example of Samson. When Samson was born he was given a special Nazirite vow. He couldn't drink alcohol or even grape juice. And he couldn't cut his hair. These conditions were to indicate that he would be noticeably set apart for a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:16-40, 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Came To Us, But Who Knew? Series

Contributed by John Murphy on Mar 27, 2010

So many prophecies, so many witnesses, and yet no one spread the news.

The shopping is over, the packages have been opened, the real trees are wilting and only those returning gifts are in the malls. Perhaps they are even re-wrapping them to re-gift any unwanted gifts to someone else next year. Soon everything Christmas will be stored away until next year. Is that ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Desire To Be Close And Intimate With Us Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Jul 5, 2007

A sermon that considers God’s desire to be intimate with us and how to respond

The character of God. The sovereignty of God The compassion of God The justice of God The eternity of God The intimacy of God. The Apostles Creed. - James 4:8, “Draw close to God, and God will draw close to you.”This morning I want to highlight the fact that God is knowable. - This morning I ...read more

Scripture: James 4:8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Evangelism Is A High Calling But It Is Not For Us All.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Nov 3, 2014

Summary: We are all called to preach the gospel, and be a witness for Christ; yet many find this difficult, I especially, so how do we proceed in this high calling. Read on!!!

This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 2nd November 2014 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Summary: We are all called to preach the gospel, and be a witness for Christ; yet many find this difficult, I especially, so ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:9-13

Denomination: Episcopal

Jesus Gives Us Grateful Hearts Series

Contributed by Andy Moyle on Apr 11, 2016

The grace of God operating in our lives overflows in gratitude - here's why and how...

Every now and again someone will post a meme saying that there are 365 times in the bible that God says "Do not be afraid" or "do not fear" one for each day of the year. Absolute nonsense sadly. It's actually only 126 times! Sentiment is good God does want you to overcome fear and go in His ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-15

Denomination: Charismatic

This Is Us: Adam's Family Series

Contributed by Michael Larsen on Jul 22, 2019

Everyone has a family and every family has a story. What we want to get pressed deep within our hearts through this series is that God is an integral part in your Family Story.

Today we begin a new family series called This is US. Here’s what we know – Everyone has a family and every family has a story. What we want to get pressed deep within our hearts through this series is that God is an integral part in your Family Story. We’re going to take a look at several ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed