Sermons on pettiness: showing 1-15 of 2,214

Rising Above Petty Rivalry Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 7, 2010

God prepares us for conflict so we will rejoice in the gospel rather than resent petty rivalry.

Scripture Introduction Nostalgia means “sentimental reflection,” mixed feelings of happiness, sadness, and longing when recalling the past. Nostalgia can create more than warm feelings, however; it can determine our expectations. Probably all of us have either thought it ourselves, or heard others ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:15-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Free Us From The Petty Tyrannies

Contributed by Douglas Kinney on Dec 20, 2007

Petty arguments, ideas, and beliefs will only tear the church apart.

Romans 14:2-9 2-4For instance, a person who has been around for a while might well be convinced that he can eat anything on the table, while another, with a different background, might assume he should only be a vegetarian and eat accordingly. But since both are guests at Christ’s table, wouldn’t ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:2-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Personification Of Truth Vs. The Pettiness Of Skepticism

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Apr 24, 2022

The drama of redemption continued as the Lord Jesus, having faced an illegal trial by the religious authorities of Israel, now faced the representative of political authority in Israel, Pontius Pilate, and the conversation he had with the true Authority.

John 18:28-40 records the probable final conversation that the Lord Jesus has with another person before he was led off to be crucified. He had a dialogue with the Roman governor of the Judean province, Pontius Pilate, and we also see that these two men had opposing agendas. Pilate comes across ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, John 18:28-40, 1 Corinthians 2:14, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Ephesians 2:1-3, Acts 4:12, 1 John 5:12, Isaiah 40:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

God's Great Concern And Our Petty Concerns Series

Contributed by Mike Wilkins on Jun 23, 2002

God’s Great concern in the salvation of the lost. Is this our concern or are we more concerned about our own comfort?

Jonah 4 June 23, 2002 God’s great concern & our petty concern Have you ever got it completely wrong? Have you ever flown off the handle, and let someone really have it only to discover that what you thought had happened hadn’t really happened or that you were the one in the wrong? It’s the ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: *other

"Jonah, Chapter Four: A Story Of Resentment” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 8, 2010

How is it possible for believers, or even entire congregations to sideline themselves and keep from being part of what God is doing?

Each chapter of Jonah has a story to tell. In chapter one, we read a story of rebellion. In chapter two, we read a story of repentance. In chapter three, we read a story of revival. Now, let’s look to chapter four. (READ TEXT) We would think the story of Jonah would have ended on the high note ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Put Away Childishness

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 18, 2018

We have a problem in many churches called perpetual childishness. We seem to hear petty, trivial pursuit. The body of Christ needs to develop a spiritual growth pattern. Growth is seldom by accident...

PUT AWAY CHILDISHNESS? GROW By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com WE HAVE AN IMPERATIVE COMMAND: 2 Peter 3:18 But grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen. PERPETUAL OR ETERNAL BABYHOOD… From LIVING WITH ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Mad About A Christmas Tree Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 28, 2003

A sermon on Jonah 4 about how petty we can become when we focus on other things rather than the mission of the church

Notes for Sermon 7/27/2003 Jonah 4:5-11 Introduction: The lady who got mad about the Christmas tree. WBTU: A. Read Jonah 4:5-11. B. How stupid and ridiculous to get mad about a vine. C. How stupid and ridiculous to get mad at God for Jonah’s mission was a success. D. Jonah’s mission. No, it ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:5-11, Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Purpose Of God In You

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Aug 26, 2016

Without purpose, life is motion without meaning, activity without direction, and events without reason. Without a purpose, life is trivial, petty, and pointless.”

THEME- UNDERSTANDING LIFE PURPOSE TOPIC- UNDERSTANDING THE PURPOSE OF GOD IN US TEXT- GENESIS 1:26-28 A. THE GLORY IN MAN- GENESIS 1:26-28, GENESIS 2:7 There is no greater purpose in life than to expose your personal glory. It is a fact of creation that every living thing possesses its own glory ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Loosed! Stand Up And Praise God

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 4, 2016

For eighteen long years this woman had struggled with her infirmity. What better day to heal her than the Sabbath?

LOOSED! STAND UP AND PRAISE GOD. Luke 13:10-17. In this remarkable little incident we find Jesus teaching in one of the synagogues on the Sabbath (Luke 13:10). Perhaps one of the first things we notice is just how obedient the Lord was to the laws and customs of His time. Should not we also be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Small Minds And The Cost Of Discipleship Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 29, 2022

Jesus Christ, son of God and son of man, appears in our midst and when He does, we count the cost of discipleship to Him and often pass up the opportunity.

Monday of 4th Week In Course To be frank, David messed up, and messed up royally. He did only one thing right in getting involved with Bathsheba. He acknowledged and repented of his royal, deadly sin. And he was forgiven, but that was not the end of the story. He and Bathsheba lost their child, as ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20, 2 Samuel 15:13-30, Psalm 3:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

God's Magnanimous Heart: Why Magnanimity Is An Important Virtue” Series

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Sep 18, 2024

Magnanimity, often described as "greatness of spirit," refers to the ability to rise above pettiness, resentment, and self-centeredness, to demonstrate generosity, forgiveness, and noble behavior.

Title: “God's Magnanimous Heart: Why Magnanimity is an Important Virtue” Text: Luke 6:35 “But love your enemies, do good to them, and lend to them without expecting to get anything back. Then your reward will be great, and you will be children of the Most High, because He is kind to the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:35

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Moses In The Midian Desert!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jan 12, 2014

Moses was faithful in his job, though insignificant! Moses did not resign and flee, he stuck to the petty job! He is on the backside of the desert, serving as a shepherd for forty years!

Waiting in the back stage! Exodus 3:10”Come, I will send you to Pharaoh that you may bring my people, the children of Israel, out of Egypt. " Cyrus P Mistry, 45, is the sixth Chairman of Tata Sons and was appointed as the Chairman of the board in December 2012. He has been a director of the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Ancient Of Days Is Still On His Throne

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Nov 1, 2024

GOD IS NOT A GOD OF POLITICS. God is not a REPUBLICAN – DEMOCRAT - INDEPENDENT. To confine the God of the Universe to the petty entanglements of American politics is to reject the many attributes of a Supreme God who is OMNISCIENT – OMNIPOTENT – OMNIPRESENT.

TITLE: THE ANCIENT OF DAYS IS STILL ON HIS THRONE SCRIPTURE: ISAIAH 6:1 / PSALM 103:19 / DANIEL 7:13 ++++The world is watching and will be watching what our nation will do on Tuesday as we go to the polls to elect our new nation’s leader. I am sure there is trepidation felt in each of us. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1, Psalm 103:19, Daniel 7:13

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Back Down When Facing Trials

Contributed by Palitha Jayasooriya on Oct 16, 2017

Tom Petty sang 'I won't Back Down' probably referring to earthly challenges.This mini sermon encourages Christians not to back down when facing spiritual challenges. It is based around the life-threatening challenge faced by the Prophet Daniel.

Don’t Back Down When Facing Trials Popular singer/songwriter Tom Petty passed away recently after a highly successful career. One of Petty’s most loved songs was titled ‘I Won’t Back Down’. Some of the lyrics go like this: Well, I won't back down No, I won't back down You can stand me up at the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Live With An Eternal Perspective Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on May 18, 2004

MAIN IDEAS: You can be Joy-FULL regardless of your circumstances if you live your life with an eternal perspective. 1. Let God use your tough circumstances for his purposes. 2. Don’t get sidetracked by petty disagreements. 3. Live for Christ every

Becoming a Joy-FULL Person 2. Live With An Eternal Perspective Philippians 1:12-29 May 8/9, 2004 Don Jaques MAIN IDEAS: You can be Joy-FULL regardless of your circumstances if you live your life with an eternal perspective. 1. Let God use your tough circumstances for his purposes. 2. Don’t get ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational