Sermons on Politness:

The Blame Game

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 10, 2001

Three views of the beheading of John the Baptist, or how to blame someone else for your actions.

The Blame Game What do you suppose happened at the palace the next morning, when Herod woke up with a hangover the size of the Roman Empire and a public relations problem twice as big? I can hear them all spinning the story, can’t you? It’s not the way it seems! It’s not my fault! I’m not to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

An Upside-Down World Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jan 8, 2009

This continues in my expository series through the book of Acts.

What is it about the bad that seems much more tantalizing to us than the good? Mark Twain said that a lie could travel halfway around the world while the truth was still putting on its shoes. And the old maxim is that while good news travels, bad news travels fast. The mainstream media has been ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Narnia: The Enemy Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Kevin Adams on Dec 14, 2005

Like the white witch of Narnia, Satan works at deceiving God’s people. Revelation 12 shows us the Christmas nativity "behind" the one we usually see.

THE ENEMY OF CHRISTMAS. December 11, 2005; Revelation 12:1-12 (17) Matthew 2:13-18 Narnia Image: The White Witch who makes it always winter and never Christmas. Theme: There is real evil in the world. Revelation opens the curtains of heaven and we see it in personal form. This evil wreaks ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

For Such A Time As This? Trump? Bidden? Pray, Repent.

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 7, 2020

Much improper prophecy has been been given. My measuring stick is if is God it will come true. If not? I desire to encourage everyone:Trump supporters? Bidden supporters? God is God. God is still in control. God is not caught off guard? Give hope... give peace... for such a time as this.

FOR SUCH A TIME AS THIS? IT IS TIME TO PRAY AND REPENT. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (Several part lesson) Nahum 1:7 The LORD is good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him. Luke 21:28 And when these things begin to come to pass, then ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 1:7, Luke 21:28, Psalm 20:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Blame Game

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jul 9, 2023

Excuses and forgiveness are opposites. What can be excused does not need to be forgiven.

What do you suppose happened at the palace the next morning, when Herod woke up with a hangover the size of the Roman Empire and a public relations problem twice as big? I can hear them all spinning the story, can’t you? It’s not the way it seems! It’s not my fault! I’m not to blame! Let’s listen ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

(Lesson 6) Jeremiah: Built Up For A Call To Service

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 10, 2003

God set Jeremiah apart for ministry from His mother’s womb. God later encountered 21 year-old Elijah to call him to a ministry of rejection and persecution.

A. INTRODUCTION: JEREMIAH 1:1-10 1. Father the High Priest. "Jeremiah the son of Hilkiah of the priests that were in Anathoth" (1:1). "They came to Hilkiah the high priest" (II Chron. 34:4). 2. Born in evil days. "Amon . . . did that which was evil in the sight of the Lord . . . sacrificed unto ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The, Faithful Pattern, Of A Faithful God

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Mar 25, 2001

Year C. Fifth Sunday in Lent April 1st , 2001 Isaiah 43: 16-21

Year C. Fifth Sunday in Lent April 1st , 2001 Lord of the Lake Lutheran Church Web page http://lordofthelake.org By The Rev. Jerry Morrissey, Esq., Pastor E-mail pastor@southshore.com Isaiah 43: 16-21 Title: “The, faithful pattern, of a faithful God” This is a hymn-like prophecy of the return ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:16-21

Denomination: Lutheran

I Am The Bread Of Life Series

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 18, 2008

You can interpret this as a nationalist, a materialist or an eternalist Which one are you?

19-10-08 ATN The theme of our ATN services has been Jesus famous “I am “ statements And today’s I am statement of Jesus is: “I am the Bread of Life.” Bread in Jesus’ day was the staple diet of those on low income. It was usually made into flat cakes of wheat flour or barley flour. The ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-40

Denomination: Anglican

How To Understand Bible Prophecy Series

Contributed by Pastor Cosmos on Jan 13, 2011

This will give you the keys to unlock prophecy in scriptures

Illustration preview Quotes / Doctrine Remember, these keys will only work when dealing with Bible Prophecy, ie the book of Daniel, the book of Develation, Matt 24 etc. dont use this everywhere in the Bible it must be prophecy! The Bible to teach us to interperet the Bible by using the the Bible ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-2

Denomination: Charismatic

Christians In Peril

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Nov 24, 2004

The Lord has said that, with out a vision my people perish. We work and cannot obtain, we save and spend more, we fight and loose ground, we obtain and have less, we learn and understand little, we pray and little is accomplished.

Christians in Peril The Christian today has become a people without a vision. The Lord has said that, with out a vision my people perish. We work and cannot obtain, we save and spend more, we fight and loose ground, we obtain and have less, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:8-25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do We Really Love Jesus?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 13, 2013

Sometimes we get a wake-up call, like Peter did. Our culture is assailing Christianity. Will we wake up and take action--prayer, fasting and giving?

Third Sunday of Easter 2013 “Do You Love Me?” There’s an old story about a farmer who had a mule to sell. When the buyer came around to see the mule, he tried several times to get the mule to pull his wagon. The mule would not move. The seller was walking off with his money ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-41

Denomination: Catholic

Victorious Christian Life Sermon I: Identify With Christ Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Feb 3, 2020

The truth of the old adage, "You can tell a lot about a person by the company he or she keeps", compels us to confess Christ not only by identifying with His Name but also HIs Teaching in word and in deed.

THE VICTORIOUS CHRISTIAN LIFE: FIRST, IDENTIFY WITH CHRIST You no doubt have heard it said that you can tell a lot about a person by the company he or she keeps. If your experience has been like mine, you have found that axiom to be truer than not. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:18-26

"When Hopes And Fears Meet Jesus”

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 17, 2019

A Christmas Eve message looking at the Christmas Carol "O Little Town of Bethlehem." It looks at the line, "The hopes and fears of all the years are met in thee tonight."

Christmas Eve “When Hopes and Fears Meet Jesus” {Audio File: https://mega.nz/#!WM11RKba!XcZIelewoOgfqgXM_c2CG3svENvLdvejiaB2NXuS8CI} The beginning lyrics of “O Little Town of Bethlehem.” “O little town of Bethlehem, how still we see thee lie! Above thy deep and dreamless sleep the silent stars ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-11, Jeremiah 31:15, Isaiah 9:2, Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Foursquare

The Role Of The Church In The Promotion Of Peace And Reconciliation In Africa

Contributed by Rev Dr Opuni-Frimpong Kwabena on Mar 25, 2019

The church must facilitate peace and reconciliation in various societies. There is the urgent need for individuals and societies past wounds to be identified and addressed in order for genuine forgiveness and reconciliation to take place as Joseph did.

THE ROLE OF THE CHURCH IN THE PROMOTION OF PEACE AND RECONCILIATION IN AFRICA THE BIBLE, PEACE AND RECONCILIATION Joseph in the Old Testament provides a paradigm for peace, reconciliation and healing the wounds in the history of a society. Having suffered so much from the atrocities and ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:19-20, 2 Corinthians 5:18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Murder She Wrote Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 14, 2022

We can choose the drama that comes from foolishness, selfishness, and sinfulness – even to the point of murder – or we can choose stability and meaningfulness that comes from wisdom, godliness, and concern for others.

Murder She Wrote (2 Chronicles 21:1-24:27) 1. I have long been a fan of murder mysteries. I enjoy shows like Perry Mason, Poirot, and my favorite is Ellery Queen. 2. Murder She Wrote is another one I enjoy. 3. It always amazed me how Jessica Fletcher, in the first show, was new widow, about 60 ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible