Sermons on Punishment Limited:

26 The Prophet's Lamenting Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Jan 14, 2021

This message is about Jonah lamenting to God in response to God relenting on bringing punishment on the people of Nineveh on account of their repenting at Jonah's preaching.

# 26 – The Prophet’s Lamenting Jonah 4:1-4 – “But it displeased Jonah exceedingly, and he became angry. 2 So he prayed to the LORD, and said, “Ah, LORD, was not this what I said when I was still in my country? Therefore I fled previously to Tarshish; for I know that You are a gracious and merciful ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-4, Jonah 1:14, Jonah 1:12, Mark 11:27-33, 2 Kings 7:3-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Final Judgment And The Lake Of Fire Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 4, 2025

The reality of the final judgment and the lake of fire should awaken us to the seriousness of eternity. God is just and will judge righteously, rewarding the faithful and punishing the unrepentant.

THE FINAL JUDGMENT AND THE LAKE OF FIRE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Revelation 20:11-15 Supporting Texts: Matthew 25:31-46, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Hebrews 9:27, Daniel 7:9-10, Romans 2:5-6 INTRODUCTION The Bible speaks clearly about a coming day of final judgment when all humanity will stand ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Deceitful Ways Of False Apostles Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 27, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the tricks and gimmicks of false apostles, how they con people, and what God says about their judgment and punishment.

The Bible warns us about false apostles who infiltrate the church, seeking to deceive and manipulate believers. These deceitful workers disguise themselves as apostles of Christ, but their intentions are far from pure. In this sermon, we'll explore the tricks and gimmicks of false apostles, how ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:24

Blinded By Familarity

Contributed by Mike Wimberly on Apr 29, 2005

Like the people in Jesus’ hometowm many in the church limit what he can do among them.

Blinded By Familarity Mark 6:1-5 Sometimes when I am traveling and go into various towns I will see signs telling that the town is the home of some famous person. In central City Ky, the have a sign saying it is the home of the Everly Brothers. There used to be signs on the bridge crossing the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

God's Remedy

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004

God knows our limitation and he knows that through Christ alone our forgiveness will become possible.

THE TRUE STORY OF THE LAST SUPPER. The painting of the Last Supper is extremely interesting and instructive. The two incidents connected with it afford a most convincing lesson on the effects of right and wrong thinking in the life of a boy or a girl or a man or a woman. Leonardo da Vinci, a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reigning With King Jesus

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jan 5, 2004

Jesus reigns to redeem. He reigns for a limited time. He reigns by the power of His death and resurrection.

Reigning With King Jesus I Cor. 15:25 Scripture reading I Cor. 15:19-28 INTRO.: Being part of the Kingdom of God is a great adventure if we go at it wholeheartedly. We should be challenged by the claims of the Gospel. Being a Christian is not something we do just for enjoyment or something we can ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Recognizing Myths About The Prayer --The Pitfalls Of The Jabez Territory Series

Contributed by Don Hawks on Feb 28, 2002

Part 2 of the challenges of the prayer of Jabez—the pitfalls of the Jabez territory and recognizing some of the limitations of this prayer

(Power Point slides and audience outline available for $10 donation to my church’s worship fund--email me or visit church’s website) Today I continue with part 2 of the challenges of the prayer of Jabez—the pitfalls of the Jabez territory and recognizing some of the myths about this prayer. But ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:10, Matthew 6:7-8

Denomination: Methodist

How Big Is Your God?

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Aug 4, 2003

We tend to put limitations on the kind of God we serve. This sermon is an exhortation to "Let God be God."

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC A fellowship of faith, family and friendships. ------------------------------------------------------- Russell Brownworth, Pastor August 3, 2003 1And they took their journey from Elim, and all the congregation of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 16:1-15

Denomination: United Methodist

With All Your...

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

We must not limited or love of God, our worship and faith to only our intellect, service or emotions.

Introductory Considerations 1. The christian church is being fragmented in many ways - liberal vs. conservative, charismatic vs. non-charismatic, contemporary vs. traditional. 2. Differences can be some significant matters as to whether church or people are real thing or can be in how we as ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Two Men Named Lazarus

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Feb 25, 2008

The similarities between these men were limited, but very significant; whereas the difference between them was very great.

TWO MEN NAMED LAZARUS “Now a certain man was sick, Lazarus of Bethany, the village of Mary and her sister Martha. It was the Mary who anointed the Lord with ointment, and wiped His feet with her hair, whose brother Lazarus was sick. So the sisters sent word to Him, saying, ‘Lord, behold, he whom ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Pass The Salt, Please!

Contributed by Lonnie Erwin on Oct 5, 2007

Our influence in the world is not to be contained or limited to the wall of a Church and not being used to impact the world around us.

Sermon Text: Matt 5:13 (Believers Are Salt and Light) "You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt should lose its taste, how can it be made salty? It’s no longer good for anything but to be thrown out and trampled on by men. Plot Outline: This film contains not only some incredible surf ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Baptist

Lighten Up

Contributed by Richard Tow on Sep 22, 2005

An examination of how fear limits our fulfillment in life. Clip from movie, "Parenthood", used as illustration.

Lighten Up John 10:10 9-19-04 EPIC Only I want to begin this morning by posing a question for your consideration. Before I ask the question think of something that you would really like to do—something you would find very challenging, something you know would be personally enriching—but you’ve ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Charismatic

If We Don’t Seize The Time For Jesus, We'll Cease In Our Time For Him!

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Apr 20, 2013

As creatures limited by time we need to seize the day for the opportunities presented to us by God before they vanish!

Ephesians 5:1-17 KJV Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; 2 And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour. 3 But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

There Is Destructive Power In Strife

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 2, 2014

Strife, friction, bitterness can thrive and limit the growth and plan of God. Unity must be our goal.

THE STRONGMAN OF STRIFE By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Proverbs 26:20 Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: so where there is no talebearer, the strife ceaseth. 21 As coals are to burning coals, and wood to fire; so is a contentious man to kindle strife. I. DO WE REALY ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 26:20-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Making The Most Out Of 2013

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Dec 29, 2012

Since our time on earth is limited, let’s live wisely as Spirit filled people.

MAKING THE MOST OF 2013 Ephesians 5:15-17 Since our time on earth is limited, let’s live wisely as Spirit filled people. INTRODUCTION: Twas the month after Christmas, and all through the house, nothing would fit me, not even a blouse. The cookies I’d nibbled, the fudge I did taste, all ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Pentecostal