Sermons on Overcoming Hurt:

Loving My Enemies

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Feb 20, 2011

1. Jesus is teaching us to stop the cycle of violence and revenge. 2. Jesus is sayi8ng that we have nothing to fear, and there is therefore no reason to seek revenge. 3. Jesus is telling us to take on the nature of God.

• In the movie “Fiddler on the Roof”, Tevye and his neighbors have been informed that the Tsar has evicted all Jews from their village and confiscated their land. There is a great upheaval and anger in the community, as you can imagine. If someone told this to you and all the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Methodist

Discipleship Part 7: Character Traits Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Apr 17, 2011

Party seven focuses on the character traits of a peacemaker and the persecuted.

Discipleship Part 7: Character Traits Scriptures: Matthew 5:3-11; Romans 12:18-21; 2 Timothy 3:12-14 Introduction This morning we will conclude this portion of the series dealing with the character traits of a disciple based on the beatitudes from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. To date we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bona Fide- A Study Of James- Part 4- "The Temptation Within" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Jan 30, 2017

Part 4 of our James series

Bona Fide A study of James Genuine Christian living Part 4 “The Temptation within” Today as we continue our study of James We will continue to connect the dots That James lays out For Bona Fide Christian living We began this series with the pressure test If you will remember we ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Praise God For His Nine Anointed Ministries

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 28, 2004

We can praise God He anointed Jesus with nine key ministries that provide the avenues of our service. The Lord Jesus used this passage one day in the synagogue of Nazareth to speak of Himself as the one who fulfilled Isaiah’s prophetic words.

Praise God for His Nine Anointed Ministries (Isa 61:1-3) We can praise God He anointed Jesus with nine key ministries that provide the avenues of service. The Lord Jesus used this passage one day in the synagogue of Nazareth to speak of Himself as the one who fulfilled Isaiah’s prophetic words. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Like Eagles

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Dec 7, 2013

Christians like Eagles are special built by God to soar the heights of glory.

Quotes: “There is an eagle in me that wants to soar, and there is a hippopotamus in me that wants to wallow in the mud” - Carl Sandburg “If we never had the courage to take a leap of faith, we'd be cheating God out of a chance to mount us up with wings like eagles and watch us ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Pentecostal

Brought To Life; Brought Together Walking Worthy: Don’t Be Bitter, Be Forgiving

Contributed by David Taylor on Dec 10, 2024

The command to walk worthy is rooted in what God has already done in us. So, let’s look at our final verses of chapter four, 4:31-32.

Brought to Life; Brought Together Walking Worthy: Don’t Be Bitter, Be Forgiving Ephesians 4:31-32 May 31, 2020 David Taylor We are continuing our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. As I have said, Ephesians has two sections, chapters one through three describe what God has ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Brought To Life; Brought Together

Contributed by David Taylor on Sep 3, 2024

Don’t be a bitter person, be a forgiving person.

We are continuing our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. As I have said, Ephesians has two sections, chapters one through three describe what God has done in us through Christ while chapters four through six call us to live out what God has done in us, what Paul calls walking ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breaking Strongholds

Contributed by Greg Carr on Sep 29, 2011

Today we are going to talk about the negative strongholds that are in our lives. For some of you this might be an uncomfortable topic and for others you may be ready to hear this message, and hopefully you are all ready to tear down strongholds in your li

Today we are going to talk about the negative strongholds that are in our lives. For some of you this might be an uncomfortable topic and for others you may be ready to hear this message, and hopefully you are all ready to tear down strongholds in your life that have been hindering you from growing ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:28-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Preflight Instructions

Contributed by Brad Froese on Oct 4, 2011

I call it my "Preparation H" Sermon: Preparing for Heaven. I hope you enjoy it! :)

March 6th 2011 Sermon, “Preflight Instructions” 1Thes 4:16-17, For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that, we who are still alive and are left ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Revelation 2012 #2: Jesus And The Church Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Feb 12, 2012

A look at the letters from Jesus to the seven churches in Revelation.

REVELATION 2012: #2 – JESUS AND THE CHURCH INTRODUCTION: • In chapter one, we looked at some of the keys to unlocking the mysteries of Revelation • We also saw a glorious vision of Jesus • In chapters 2-3, we are going to take a look at the church. • In each letter, the churches are first given ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Weight Of Judgment: How It Affects Our Relationship

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Sep 13, 2023

Embracing Matthew 7:1-5, we explore 'The Weight of Judgment' and its profound effects on our relationships. Prepare to uncover transformative insights for richer, more meaningful connections.

I. Introduction Recently I read “The One Year Love Language Minute Devotional by Gary Chapman” He wrote about his counseling experience, he explains, “When couples come to me for counseling, I often give each individual a sheet of paper and ask them to list their spouse’s faults. They will write ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5, Romans 2:1, Luke 6:45, 1 Peter 5:5, Proverbs 16:18, Colossians 3:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Champions In Life

Contributed by Greg Cooper on Dec 28, 2001

THE BATTLE FOR YOUR LIFE RAGES. WILL YOU BE A WINNER OR LOSER.

Title: Champions in Life Text: I Cor. 9:24 & 25 Intro: The life that we live is a daily battle. It has been said that it is o.k. To lose a battle as long as you win the war. But in the war for my soul I am not satisfied to bearley make it, I want to be successful without a question. When I get to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

More Than Conquerors Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Oct 21, 2004

Our challenges: "These things", Our Savior; "Him Who loved us", and our victory: "More than conquerors."

More Than Conquerors Rom. 8:37 INTRO.: There are some things in life we cannot change. We say we can’t do anything about the weather and perhaps this is so, but we can do things to make it easier to live with the weather we have. When its cold, we can put on a coat. When it rains, a raincoat ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding The Place Where It Is Written About You! Series

Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Jan 22, 2006

In order to find yourself and find your place, you have to find the place where it is written in the bible about yourself.

BELIEVER’S TRAINING MANUAL (Chapter 3) Finding the Place Where It is Written About You! Intro – We discovered last week that the primary purpose of a believer is to believe. A believer is to be like a tree planted by the rivers of water; fixed and firm, stable and established, rooted and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-19

Denomination: Charismatic

If You Want The Power You Need The Passion Series

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Sep 9, 2008

Passion is the driving force that leads us to seek God’s power and blessing.

ELIJAH AND ELISHA 2 Kings 2:1-15 – If you want the power you need the passion INTRO I wonder how many of you gained an insight over the summer into the potential of your life as a Christian. You’ve seen the anointing of God on other people and you desire it – you dared to dream that you also can be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist