Sermons on Past Hurts:

Looking For Love In All The Wrong Places

Contributed by Chris Talton on Feb 21, 2002

Rahab was looking for love and created a lot of past that she needed to get past. This is the first in a 2 part message.

February 17, 2002 Hebrews 11:31; Josh 2 “Looking for love in all the wrong places” INTRODUCTION I like the story about a Seminary student who wanted to have a scriptural basis for everything he did. He felt he was on solid ground if he could quote Bible book, chapter & verse to okay his ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:31, Joshua 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Samaritan Series

Contributed by Marty Baker on Mar 10, 2003

The message encourages people to have compassion on the hurting people they come in contact with.

The Good Samaritan Having Compassion Dr. Marty Baker / March 2, 2003 / Luke 10:30-35 "What do I owe you for that?" I often heard my Dad say those words whenever someone helped us along the way. He said that one night to a stranger that helped us change a flat tire on Interstate 26; he said to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-35

Denomination: Church Of God

Celebrating Fellowship

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 27, 2007

Celebration of the past year at our Annual Picnic

Celebrating Fellowship 1 John 1:6-7 Introduction This morning we are gathered here at Confederate Park to fellowship together and rejoice on what God has been doing over the past year. A gathering such as an annual picnic is more than just a time to eat and play games, but I believe it is a time ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Having Faith In A Savior

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Feb 19, 2002

Five things that will hurt what we’re trying to do for the Lord are......

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: HAVING FAITH IN A SAVIOR “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the world: but ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Baptist

Who Has The Answer? Series

Contributed by David Cramer on May 11, 2004

A series of messages to help you overcome the past.

This is my Bible I am what is says I am I have what it says I have I can do what is says I can do Today I will be taught the Word of God I boldly confess My Mind is alert My heart is receptive. I will never be the same I am about to recieve the incorruptible, Indestructible ever-living seed of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shake Off The Dust Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Jan 25, 2018

Too many people are slaves to their past mistakes.

INTRODUCTION In my opinion, one of the greatest televisions shows ever produced was the Andy Griffith show. I’m talking about the old black-and-white episodes when Ron Howard played a young Opie. One of my favorite episodes was “The Sermon for Today.” Here’s a question for you TV trivia buffs. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:7-13

Denomination: Baptist

"The Big Picture: Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 25, 2001

A call to Christians to look past discrimination and prejudice.

Galations 3:28-29 “The Big Picture: Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors” By: Rev. Kenneth Sauer Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA By now, many of you have probably seen the television ad compaign that has been running during the month of September....each commercial ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:28-29

Denomination: United Methodist

Sexual Immoraity In America

Contributed by Steve Greene on Feb 4, 2020

One of the clearest indicators of rebellion against God is the blatant rejection of God's guidelines for sex. When we sin sexually, we hurt ourselves, we hurt others, and we break the heart of God.

We are ALL broken people born into a broken world. The evidence of that brokenness often shows up most obviously in the area of our sexuality. So many people—professing Christians included—are willing to give their heart to God, but it seems like they want Him to stay out of their bedroom and out ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24, Proverbs 14:12, Acts 15:20, Romans 1:29, 1 Corinthians 5:1, 1 Corinthians 6:12-20, 2 Corinthians 12:21, Galatians 5:19, Ephesians 5:3, Colossians 3:5, 1 Thessalonians 4:3, Jude 1:7, 1 Corinthians 7:2, Hebrews 13:4, 1 Corinthians 10:8, James 1:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Forgiving God Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Apr 25, 2001

How do we forgive God when we are hurt or disappointed?

What do we do when something bad happens to us, and there’s no one to forgive? What do we do when the only person we can hold responsible is God Himself? How can we forgive God? What does it mean to forgive God? Before we answer that question, let’s make clear what we mean by "forgiving" God. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Bite Of Bitterness

Contributed by David Dewitt on Oct 12, 2004

Bitterness always comes back to bite us and hurt our lives

The Bite of Bitterness Selected Passages September 26, 2004 Introduction A rattlesnake, if cornered, will sometimes become so angry it will bite itself. That is exactly what the harboring of hate and resentment against others is--a biting of oneself. We think that we are harming others in holding ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-14

Denomination: Church Of God

Sticks, Stones And Words

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Criticism cannot be avoided and it always hurts--respond well! Intro.

Thesis: Criticism cannot be avoided and it always hurts--respond well! Intro.: 1. It was a great moment in the history of Israel--God was going to select Israel's first king. a. Samuel gathered all Israel at Mizpah. b. Selection process began (20-24). c. Everybody was happy .... or were ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:20-27

The Compassion Of Jesus

Contributed by Jeff Glenn on Sep 17, 2001

How did Jesus react as He saw people hurting and oppressed?

The Compassion Of Jesus Matthew 9:35-38 I) GO as Jesus went. (v.35) A) Where did he go? 1) He went into the cities and villages. II) SEE as Jesus saw. (v.36) A) He saw the multitudes. 1) He saw that they needed healing. 2) He saw that they needed help. 3) He saw that they needed hope. III) FEEL ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

Living For Your Own Glory Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 8, 2008

Living for our own glory will hurt our ability to reach people.

INTRODUCTION • ME CHURCH VIDEO • SLIDE #1 • That is some kind of church! • Can you imagine what kind of church we would have if we all had that type mentality. WOW! • Today we are going to look at the second of 8 things that we can do to be a bad Christian. • I believe we can easily forget why we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:5-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Community Starts With Compassion

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jun 21, 2007

the secret to building a great community is to built on compassion for a lost and hurting world

Intro: with so much material out there giving the methods to build a great church, you would think there would be great churches on every corner. But with all the greatest programs and church growth material, it still all boils down to compassion for the lost and hurting. Today, community starts ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Somewhere Over The Rainbow

Contributed by Evangelist Stanley Baker on Oct 11, 2011

Grandma Baker, who sits in church with a number of hurts and spiritual needs

Somewhere Over the Rainbow By Rev. Stanley Baker Have you ever read something that made all the bells go off inside you? You yell, "That's it! That's what I've been thinking!" because it seems the author has been reading your thoughts. Well I read ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 10:1-11

Denomination: Church Of God