Sermons on Pay Taxes:

Beyond Citizenship

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Dec 31, 2007

Authority comes from God and applies to the way we regard our government and others who are in positions of authority.

Where do citizenship and Christianity meet? Millions have struggled with this question. A vocal minority in our nation seems bent on convincing us that they never should meet – that a person’s religious convictions shouldn’t interfere with his civil life. Should the President talk about his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Pride, Humility, Forgiveness

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Oct 19, 2004

A sermon for the 21st Sunday after Pentecost Proper 25 Parable about the Pharisee and tax collector

21st Sunday after Pentecost Proper 25 Luke 18:9-14 Sermon "Pride, Humility, Forgiveness 9* ¶ He also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous and despised others: 10 "Two men went up into the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. 11* ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Standing Before God

Contributed by Nickolas Kooi on Oct 24, 2019

What determines our standing before God? The Pharisee, tax collector, and disciples give us an answer.

Can there be anything more nerve wracking than being evaluated at work or school? When we are criticized or graded, we are vulnerable and exposed. We may wonder and think, “What will people say or think of me? Is what they are saying true or accurate? Do they truly see my talents and abilities, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-17, Luke 18:9-14, Luke 18:15-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Does God Allow Suffering? Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jan 14, 2005

There is no easy answer to the most taxing question of ’Why does God allow suffering?’- but we, as Christians, have the only answer.

“Why does God allow suffering?” WBC 16/1/5pm Readings come during sermon THE PROBLEM This is, indeed the biggest problem - Though I have come to a point of peace and some understanding on it. For me. - but I don’t have a full ‘satiating’ answer to it o and you may not be able to, either o most ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Not Such A Silent Night

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Mar 24, 2020

If your Christmas isn't coming together the way you would like, remember that our God is a God for the rough times, too. Look what Mary went through on the first Christmas.

If a good fairy appeared and said you could make a list to put together your perfect Christmas, what would you put on your list? Every year around Christmas time we get several chances to watch various versions of Charles Dickens’ classic story about Ebenezer Scrooge and the various spirits of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Can't Get Enough Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Jul 29, 2005

14th in long series on Joshua. This sermon deals with tithing, the NT standard for tithing, and greed.

Joshua 7:1,11,15,19-26 – Can’t Get Enough A notorious miser was called on by the chairman of the community charity. “Sir,” said the fund-raiser, “our records show that despite your wealth, you’ve never once given to our drive.” “Do your records show that I have an elderly mother who was ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Victorious Life

Contributed by John Dobbs on May 18, 2023

The book of Romans is like a jigsaw puzzle. It’s not a mysterious puzzle, the overall picture is Jesus. But there are pieces that have to be put together.

_____ Note to preachers: This is the second of a two-sermon presentation. It is an overview of Romans, so it is impossible to spend much time on the many rich details of this great book. I hope in preaching this to encourage people to spend time reading Romans on their own, while being able to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Governing Authorities

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 16, 2000

A devotion for growing believers

“LET EVERY SOUL BE SUBJECT TO THE GOVERNING AUTHORITIES. FOR THERE IS NO AUTHORITY EXCEPT FROM GOD, AND EVERY AUTHORITY THAT EXISTS IS FROM GOD.” Now here is a passage of scripture that is very neglected; and we are living in a time when it should be taught often. In the thirteenth ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1

Denomination: Orthodox

What Can I Do For God And My Country?

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jun 8, 2005

We need to not be asking what can God and my country do for me? We instead need to ask what can I do for God and my Country?

What Can I Do for God and My Country? Thesis: We need to not be asking what can God and my country do for me? We instead need to ask what can I do for God and my country? Quote: John F. Kennedy: Inaugural Address Jan. 20, 1961 “…my fellow Americans, ask not what your country can do for you; ask ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Short Time With Jesus Can Go A Long Way Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 2, 2008

A look, on tax day, at Zacchaeus, to remind us how Jesus is concerned with finding and saving the lost people of our world

The town is Jericho. It’s that city that Israel had destroyed, where Rahab lived. It may be the oldest city on earth. 23 layers of ancient civilizations have been uncovered at the ancient site. Remember that Jesus told the story of the Good Samaritan and the road going down from Jerusalem to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is There Hope In Death?

Contributed by Mark Mitchell on Mar 23, 2015

We do not need to be afraid of death

Introduction: - Proverbs 13:12 “Hope deferred makes the heart sick.” I. King David’s view of death - II Samuel 12:18-23 - David’s men saw the distress in him - They were afraid to approach him with the news of the death of his son - Once David new his son had passed his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Wonder Of Matthew's Thanksgiving

Contributed by Rule Digal on Nov 18, 2005

This explains reasons, expressions & outcome of thanksgiving.

Theme: THE WONDER OF MATTHEW’S THANKSGIVING Text: Luke 5: 27-32 Intro. A. We understand that thanksgiving is our proper response towards the goodness of God. Thanksgiving is a celebration to express our praises to God for all that He has done to us. B. Because God is good all the time, we must ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Giving Thanks Is Normal"

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Nov 24, 2012

Daily from the media we hear about America driving off the Fiscal Cliff. Trillion Dollar Deficits spiraling out of control * More taxes just approved for tax burdened Californians * More layoffs looming on the horizon * More Murders * More States

Cornerstone Church November 18, 2012 “Giving Thanks Is Normal!” Ephesians 5:20 We live in interesting and difficult ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:20

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Prudence Of God's Servant Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jan 5, 2014

A sermon examining the work of Jesus Christ.

THE GOSPEL ACCORDING TO ISAIAH A study of Isaiah 53 “The Prudence Of God’s Servant” Concerning Isaian 53, Adam Clarke said “This chapter foretells the sufferings of the Messiah, the end for which he was to die, and the advantages resulting to mankind from that illustrious event…. This chapter ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

A Question About Caesar, Moses & David Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 1, 2020

A Question about Caesar, Moses & David – Luke chapter 20 verses 20-44 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). A Question About Caesar (vs 20-26). (2). A Question About Moses (vs 27-40). (3). A Question About David (vs 41-44). SERMON BODY Ill: • An antique dealer spotted a valuable antique bowl in a small bric-a-brac shop. • And he knew right away that the bowl was worth thousands ...read more

Scripture: Luke 20:20-44

Denomination: Brethren