Sermons on People Oriented:

The Heart Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Aug 9, 2012

Forgiveness is a choice to pardon someone for which they do not deserve. Just as we have been forgiven, we are to forgive. It is not easy, but it is possible when God is in it.

The heart of Forgiveness Matthew 6:14-16 Introduction I want to continue our series “Nuts and Bolts of life.” We have looked at several areas of our lives that we depend on God to give us guidance and direction. This morning I want to look at forgiveness, and with it also ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Two Steps To A Successful Christian Life

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Feb 2, 2014

Living a successful Christian life isn't complicated nor does living a life that pleases God does not have to be complex. Christ simplified or summarized what it takes into two steps which if we follow will lead us to living a successful Christian life.

Two Steps to a Successful Christian Life Mark 12:28-34 Living a successful Christian life isn't complicated. I am not saying that it is easy but it doesn't have to be convoluted with a long list of do's and don'ts. In ancient Israel, the Pharisees had taken the Old Testament law and codified the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34, Mark 12:28

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus And The Religious Leaders In The Temple

Contributed by Craig Condon on Apr 14, 2015

The fig tree looked good on the outside but it wasn’t producing any fruit. The religious leaders looked good on the outside, but they didn’t provide for the people. Jesus decreed that he would let them fade and raise up something new in their place.

The events in John 2:18-25 occur just after Jesus has chased the moneychangers and the sellers out of the temple. The religious leaders wanted to know who gave Jesus the authority to do what he did in the temple. Jesus did not give them an answer because he knew that the religious leaders did not ...read more

Scripture: John 2:18-25

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus Brings Blessings Out Of Burdens Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Sep 24, 2019

Jesus wants us to: 1. Be careful about criticizing other people (vs. 1-3). 2. Submit to the sovereignty of God (vs. 3; 32-38). 3. Be wise in the way we spend our time (vs. 4). 4. Shine for our Savior (vs. 5).

Jesus Brings Blessings Out of Burdens The Gospel of John John 9:1-7; 32-38 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - February 8, 2017 (Revised September 24, 2019) BACKGROUND: *Here in John 9, the Feast of the Tabernacles had just ended in Jerusalem. A large crowd was still in the city, and ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-7, John 9:32-38

Denomination: Baptist

The Dangers Of Boasting In Sinful Lifestyles Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 22, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore few examples that illustrate the dangers of boasting in sinful lifestyles and the importance of walking in obedience to God.

As believers, we are called to walk in the light of God's Word, living a life that honors and glorifies Him. However, in today's world, it's not uncommon to see people boasting about their sinful lifestyles, reveling in ungodliness and disobedience to God's commands. This behavior ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22, Luke 12:13-21

Whitewashed Tombs And Exposing The Hypocrisy . Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 15, 2024

Hypocrisy is a pervasive problem that can affect anyone....

In Matthew 23:27, Jesus pronounces a scathing indictment against the scribes and Pharisees, saying, "Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you are like whitewashed tombs which on the outside appear beautiful, but inside they are full of dead men's bones and all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20, Matthew 23:27

Seek Godly Counsel Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 3, 2025

in this sermon, we will explore why Christians should avoid seeking advice from those who do not fear God.

As Christians, we are called to live a life that is pleasing to God, and seeking counsel is an essential part of our decision-making process. However, it is crucial to seek counsel from godly individuals who fear God and are right with Him. Seeking ungodly counsel can lead to disastrous ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-14, Mark 10:17-22

The Consequences Of False Accusations, Blameshifting And Lying About Others. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 14, 2024

Whoever accuses others, intending to hurt them, will be punished by God, the Judge of all." - 1 Peter 2:23

"Whoever accuses others, intending to hurt them, will be punished by God, the Judge of all." - 1 Peter 2:23 . In the eyes of God, falsely accusing, blaming, and lying against others is a serious sin. It causes harm, pain, and trouble for the innocent, and God will hold us accountable for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:23, Proverbs 19:5

Heaven On Earth

Contributed by Pastor Renji George on Jun 1, 2024

If we are not identified to be a part of this spiritual Kingdom of God, we cannot enter the physical Kingdom of Heaven when we die. Our self-life is the main enemy of the life of Christ. The Bible calls this ‘flesh’.

Mathew 11:12 “And from the days of John the Baptist until now the kingdom of heaven suffereth violence, and the violent take it by force”. We notice through the scriptures, there are phrases like Kingdom of God and Kingdom of Heaven. God says everyone doesn’t get into heaven but only the violent ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:12, Luke 13:23-24, Romans 14:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Getting Life Right: If Words Could Kill Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on May 18, 2020

Words have the power to destroy life, or support life. Fix relationships, and give those you love what you owe them.

Getting Life Right: WORDS—Matthew 5:21-26 Last week, we heard what Jesus said about the enduring purpose of the Old Testament: Matthew 5:17, “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them.” Then Jesus said something ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26, Romans 13:8-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus Glorified-Part 4

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 11, 2023

4 of 5. The apostle John recorded some of the events surrounding the imminence of Jesus’ glorification. Jesus’ glorification is of great significance. But, How &/or Why is Jesus glorified? 6 significant aspects of Jesus’ glorification.

JESUS GLORIFIED-IV—John 12:32-33(:20-36) Attention: *The God-Man Jesus, faithfully received the penalty of His Father’s judgment upon Himself, so that anyone who believes ‘can’ receive forgiveness of their personal sin! And, so that anyone who chooses, to trust Jesus as their Savior & Lord, ...read more

Scripture: John 12:32-33, John 12:20-36

Denomination: Baptist

The Aspects Of Authentic Salvation

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Oct 8, 2023

Salvation does not originate with us. We cannot redeem ourselves because our sinful nature does not want to acknowledge that God alone is the Author and Provider of our salvation as written in the Scriptures.

The Scriptures make it abundantly clear that we are given a set amount of time on this earth, and then face the judgment (Hebrews 9:27). No one, from prince to pauper, will be exempt. We will all give an account of our lives to the Lord Jesus Christ (Luke 12:13-21; John 5:28-29; 1 Corinthians ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:3, Psalm 53:1-3, John 14:6, Isaiah 53:6, Acts 4:12, Romans 3:23, Romans 6:23, Acts 16:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

32) Becomming A Fisher Of Men Series

Contributed by Brandon Max on Feb 27, 2022

Jesus called those who were Fishermen to become "Fishers of Men". This signified the spiritual focus they were to have in their lives as they followed Christ. Their true calling involved more than seeking to catch fish with a net, it involved catching men’s souls through the Gospel.

32) BECOMMING A FISHER OF MEN Text: TEXT: Luke 5:1-11 INTRODUCTION As our weekly study continues concerning: “...those things most surely believed among us” (Lk 1:1), We have recently been exploring what the Scriptures teach about the true Gospel of Jesus Christ. And as we have seen together ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11, Mark 1:14-20, Matthew 4:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Acts Of The Apostles # 25 Of 39

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022

In this chapter we see something that is of major importance.

Paul had spent eighteen months at Corinth, reasoning with the Jews and planting the seed of Christ's being the Son of God, but had had very little success. He left, and Apollos came behind him, and had tremendous success. This passage reveals that Apollos was successful for two ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

We Are All One!

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jan 30, 2018

we are all children of God, regardless of color, sex, nationality, religion

Forty-eight years ago Martin Luther King Jr. published a collection of sermons entitled 'Strength to Love'. In this small volume Dr. King challenged Christians to connect their faith to action, which would result in just laws and society for all people. These sermons are as relevant today as they ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:23-29, Isaiah 5:9-10

Denomination: Episcopal