Sermons on Racial Prejudice:

What About His-Story?

Contributed by Tony Britt on Feb 6, 2002

This sermon is written in honor of Black History Month. Not only do we look at how important our history is, but we are also challenged to look at how we as black/African Americans have always been central to God’s story.

What About His-story? Back in the days of steam ships, only rich white people sailed at sea. One day while sailing, something suddenly happened to the ship and it was about to sink. Terrified, the white folks aboard didn’t know what to do. Someone suggested that they do what the black folks ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:8-14, Luke 26:23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Does God Really Care About Everyone? Do We?

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jan 23, 2012

God challenges us to rethink our attitudes and actions toward all people.

Recap the story of Jonah for those who may not know the story… Title: Does God Really Care About Everyone? Text: Jonah 3:1-10 Slide 3 Thesis: God challenges us to rethink our attitudes and actions toward all people. Introduction Westboro Baptist is a church in Topeka, Kansas whose ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Memory

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 5, 2021

God loves memorial events, for they force our minds to reflect and remember, and this keeps the past alive in the present so that the future can be what He wills.

One of the most important battles in the history of our nation was won by 262 Minnesotans. It is generally agreed by historians that he battle of Gettysburg was the turning point that led the North to win the tragic Civil War. That battle was going badly for the North, and at one point the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 12:1-16

Angry Saints Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 31, 2021

James does not say we are to eliminate anger. He says we are to be slow to anger. James is too realistic and practical to think that the saints will never feel angry.

Near the end of the last century a group of minors in a mid-Western state became angry. They expressed that anger by igniting a carload of coal and pushing it down the mine shaft. Like most who act in anger, they could not foresee the long range consequences of their action. When the burning coal ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-20

Building A Good Resume' Series

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Aug 28, 2010

Building a good Christian reputation is vitally important, and this is done through careful consideration of the message we speak through our actions.

BUILDING A GOOD RESUME' GALATIANS 1:10-24 INTRODUCTION How important is a good resume'? Some would say a good resume' is very important in landing a good job. Classes are given and programs written on how to compose a good resume'. Now what does a resume' do? A resume' tells who you are. It tells ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:10-24

Denomination: Baptist

Transformation And Grace

Contributed by Robert Bravo on Jun 29, 2007

It was the power of Paul’s testimony that demonstrated grace in his life. He was transformed by God. That’s same power can do the same for us.

Transformation and Grace Galatians 1:10-24 (NIV) 10 Am I now trying to win the approval of men, or of God? Or am I trying to please men? If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a servant of Christ. 11 I want you to know, brothers, that the gospel I preached is not something that man ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:10-24

Denomination: Nazarene

Don’t Play Favourites Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Oct 15, 2011

God doesn’t show favourites and neither should we

You Can Listen to the Full Sermon Here:- http://www.nec.org.au/index.php/listen-to-a-sermon-series/practical-faith/ Message James 2:1-13 "Don't Play Favourites" Everyone wants to feel loved. Corporate leaders and the lowest paid workers. White collar, blue collar and unemployed. The oldest ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Face Of Favoritism Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 21, 2011

After 8 months sidetrack, this message brings us back to James to hear his words about living and life. Favoritism is an ugly thing anywhere at anytime, but especially for God’s family.

The Face of Favoritism James 2:1-13 * I recently read a story about a man who was the interim pastor of a church. He hadn’t been at the church for long, so the people didn’t know him very well yet. (Interim pastors are in a very unique position. Many times they have a lot more insight into what’s ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Paul's Final Journey Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Nov 17, 2023

Paul had no false hopes that he would be well received in Jerusalem.

November 18, 2023 Paul had no false hopes that he would be well received at Jerusalem. He had encountered much resistance over the years by those leaders who thought that the work of preaching the gospel should be in keeping with their own opinions. They had argued that arbitrary measures of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Acts 23:11, Acts 28:30-31

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

United In Mind And Purpose PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 29, 2023

This sermon encourages Christians to embody Christ's gospel, promoting harmony, holiness, and healing within the Church, guided by 1 Corinthians 1:17.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. I stand before you today with a heart full of gratitude and an unquenchable desire to share the word of God with you. We are gathered here in His name, united by His love, and guided by His word. And what a powerful word it is! Our Scripture for today is 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:17

Topics: Christ Divided

Soul-Winning The Savior's Style

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 25, 2009

Examination of the Lord Jesus’ dealing with the woman at the well

Soul-winning the Savior’s Style (John 4) 1. Jesus Initiates the Conversation (v.7, 8) a. Common Interest b. Requires Response 2. Jesus Unhindered by Prejudice (v.9) a. Nationality b. Race c. Sex 3. Jesus Turned Conversation to ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hesitant Warrior Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jul 27, 2006

3 of 4 on becoming Mighty Men of God. This message focuses on the call to service. It involves asking the men and women to respond to a survey taken during the message.

Mighty Men of God We as men of God have been called to serve But our greatest fear is… failure. Our greatest desire is for significance. How we get that is different for men and women. For men it comes down to a very simple question. “Do you respect, admire and believe in me?” When I was a ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:4-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Common Ground Series

Contributed by Larry Cornett on May 20, 2002

Man from every nation and tougue has been brought into one new ethnic group in the Body of Christ. We who were not a people(laos- people group)are now a holy nation (ethnos-ethnic group)in Christ and one in Him.

The emphasis for the church in this generation should be the one Jesus established for the first century church. There were two imperatives given them by Jesus. The Great Commission and the Great Commandment. I The Great Commission; Win the lost and make disciples. Mark 16:15 And he said ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10, 1 Corinthians 12:14-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

A House United

Contributed by John Stevenson on Oct 18, 2000

A number of years ago, I received a package from Germany.

A number of years ago, I received a package from Germany. Getting packages from Germany is no novelty, as my older brother was a missionary pastor there for many years and this particular package indicated that it had been sent by him. When I opened it up, it was to find a bit of odd-colored ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22, Ephesians 2:1-22, Ephesians 2:11-13

Water - We All Need It

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 22, 2007

None of us can live without water - physically or spiritually.

Can you imagine life without water? Think of the ways that we use it everyday – brushing our teeth, taking a shower, washing our hands, wiping off the kitchen counter, cooking, watering the lawn. Water is indispensable! Plants need water to grow. They can’t life without it. When Linda and I ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:34-38

Denomination: Lutheran