Sermons on Questions:

Evil

Contributed by Andrew Drummond on Mar 3, 2010

Many ask Christians this question believing that because evil exists then that must mean there is no God, but that is a false argument. If God is good then how can there be genocide in Rwanda and shootings in high schools? How do you answer people when th

There isn’t anyone alive that would deny the existence of evil, but what is our response to it from a biblical perspective? We see its impact around us all the time yet many people struggle to define. Where does evil come from? Many ask Christians this question believing that because evil ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-10

The Good Samaritan

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Jun 28, 2011

Is it is always right to give to those who ask without asking questions? Is there ever a time when it is right to pass by on the other side? Do we have the courage to be honest with ourselves when our beliefs and practise are in conflict with each other

6.2.11 GOOD SAMARITAN Lk 10:25-37 INTRO Afghanistan: Recently we heard the story of how Private Martin Bell, 24, of 2nd Battalion The Parachute Regiment, was fatally wounded as he attempted to reach a comrade who had been injured in an explosion. He was killed in a separate blast from an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

Bored Of The Gospel

Contributed by Richard Futrell on Oct 7, 2010

People talk about being “relevant,” even in the church. Being relevant is not bad; in truth, being relevant is most important. But what do we mean by “relevant”? That’s the big question.

Intro People talk about being “relevant,” even in the church. Being relevant is not bad; in truth, being relevant is most important. But what do we mean by “relevant”? That’s the big question. To some, being relevant in the church means that worship is exciting, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Lutheran

It's Not What You Know It's How You See It

Contributed by Samuel Fulkerson on Jul 18, 2013

Jesus exemplifies leadership for us. He is a perfect example for us to follow and pattern after. He came to seek and save the lost and so should we. But this begs the question? How effective are we at winning the lost? The answer may be in the title.

Quotes: “Where there is no vision, the people perish.” —Proverbs 29:18 “Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality.” —Warren Bennis “A leader is a dealer in hope.” —Napoleon Bonaparte “A leader is one who knows the way, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

“faith, Works And Prayer” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Mar 21, 2016

Jesus gives verses which are often misinterpreted in John 14 and answer the following questions: 1. What are the "greater works" of believers"? 2. What did Jesus mean by "ask anything in my name and you shall receive it?

“Faith, Works and Prayer” John 14:12-14 Reading John 14:11-14: “Believe Me that I am in the Father and the Father in Me, or else believe Me for the sake of the works themselves. 12 "Most assuredly, I say to you, he who believes in Me, the works that I do he will do also; and ...read more

Scripture: John 14:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Sum Total Of The Christmas Message (Updated)

Contributed by Dennis Lee on Dec 21, 2016

This sermon looks at the entirety of the Christmas message from the book of Galatians through a series of questions and answers. We look at when Jesus's birth occur, what God did, how and why Jesus came, and the overall purpose.

The Sum Total of the Christmas Message (Updated) Galatians 4:4-7 Generally people don’t look at what the Apostle Paul said in his letter to the Galatian Church when bringing forth a Christmas message. Rather, we look to the Gospel accounts of Jesus’s birth. But what I would like to share with you ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Denomination: Foursquare

Where Did He Get That?

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 15, 2016

We will be looking at the life of Jesus Christ in relation to the man who occupied the role as is earthly father, Joseph. As we are looking at the life of Jesus Christ, we are going to be asking a central question: THREAD: WHERE DID HE GET THAT?

WHERE DID HE GET THAT? LUKE 1-6, 22 #FathersDay2016 Today is Father’s Day and we will celebrate those men in our lives that have been a great influence. Every father is different and so the lessons and leadership our fathers give us is often as different as they are. The lessons and ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Though My Father And Mother Forsake Me

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 29, 2016

A sermon that introduces attachment theory. So What question: How do we know that God cares? (Material adapted from Dr. Tim Clinton and Dr. Joshua Straub's book, God Attachment, chapters 4 through 6)

HoHum: The Native Americans had a particular way of training young boys to become Indian braves. On the night of a boy’s thirteenth birthday, after learning hunting, scouting, and fishing skills, he was put to one final test. He was placed in a thick forest to spend the entire night alone. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 142:4-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blessed With Every Spiritual Blessing

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Apr 20, 2015

A comparison of Israel's actual borders and it's promised borders. Then we look at our spiritual borders and our promised borders and ask the question have we come as short as national Israel has? From Josh 1 and Eph 1.

Blessed With Every Spiritual Blessing PPT 1 Series title PPT 2 Message title PPT 3-4 text Jos 1:1 Now it came about after the death of Moses the servant of the LORD that the LORD spoke to Joshua the son of Nun, Moses' servant, saying, Jos 1:2 "Moses My servant is dead; now therefore arise, cross ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

P***** Off At God Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Apr 30, 2015

Being angry at God is a reality for some believers. Where does this anger come from? What are we supposed to do with it? This inductive sermon digs into those two questions using Naomi's life from Ruth 1-4.

BOOK OF RUTH: “P***** Off At God” Ruth 1:1-4:22 INTRODUCTION… Maggie’s Story http://therebelution.com/blog/2013/08/im-angry-at-god/ #disqus _thread As we begin this morning, listen to the words of Maggie: “…I am so angry at where I have ended up and feel in such ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unlocking The Mystery Of Honor (Inspired By A Blog From Rabbi Curt Landry)

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 20, 2015

Honor can be mystery, shrouded in questions, defying a definite definition . . .HOW DO YOU DEFINE “HONOR”? 1 Tonight, honor will mean that you have a good name, outward respect of others, and that you walk in integrity.

Unlocking the Mystery of Honor (Inspired by a Blog from Rabbi Curt Landry) 4.29.2015 CFBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A Honor can be mystery, shrouded in questions, defying a definite definition . . .HOW DO YOU DEFINE “HONOR”? 1 Tonight, honor will ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit - Part 3 Of 9 Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 3, 2017

Jesus said "If I do not go away, the Helper will not come." Why not? This part examines that question as well as our dependence on the Holy Spirit, and his function as our guarantee, grieving the Holy Spirit, and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit.

THE HOLY SPIRIT This nine-part series was originally developed for a class environment, and later adapted for use in a prison ministry conducted via correspondence. Because of that background, questions were developed for each lesson for participants to use in a setting conducive to discussion, or ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:31, 1 Corinthians 3:16, Romans 8:9, John 14:17, Ezekiel 36:23-28, Romans 8:12-14, Galatians 5:22-23, Ephesians 4:30, Ephesians 1:13-14, 2 Corinthians 5:5, 2 Corinthians 1:22, Acts 10:38, Acts 2:38, Matthew 12:28, Matthew 3:16-17, Acts 4:1-10, 1 Corinthians 6:19, John 16:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ashamed Of Jesus?

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Jul 9, 2017

In 1765, Joseph Grigg (1720-1768) of England wrote the wonderful words of the song "Jesus and Shall It Ever Be," which proposes several answers to the question, "Ashamed of Jesus?" The answers are various ways of saying "I will never be ashamed of him!"

Ashamed of Jesus? Things have changed much in this country in the last 40 years. I now find myself surprised when I hear the name of Jesus mentioned in a public setting. Not only have judges handed out rulings that restrict the mention and exhibition of things pertaining to the Christian faith, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16, 1 Corinthians 1:31, Acts 4:12, John 17:4-5, Mark 8:38  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is Jesus Welcome Among Us? Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 16, 2017

As Jesus returned to His hometown of Nazareth for the second time, His reception was any better than the first visit. He was not welcomed among His own people. This passage begs the question - is Jesus really wanted and welcome in the average church?

Is Jesus Welcome among Us? Mark 6: 1-6 I trust we have met tonight to worship the Lord. He is our Savior, the Master of our lives, and the Rock upon which the church is built. Ours isn’t a civic organization conducting community business, but a living organism concerned with heavenly business. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Blessings Wisdom Gives!

Contributed by Tony Abram on Mar 3, 2019

There are many blessings that come from God. God says if we ask, He will give it without question to all who seek and ask. Here are 7 wonderful blessings that can be found in Proverbs 4:5-9 and can be yours.

SEVEN BLESSINGS WISDOM GIVES! James 1:5 (KJV) If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him. There are many blessings that come from God. God says if we ask, He will give it without question to all who seek and ask. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5, Proverbs 4:5-9