Sermons on Reaction:

The Dawn Of A New Day

Contributed by Josh Foster on Feb 20, 2014

The experiences and reactions of the women on Easter Sunday morn, in many ways mirror our reaction to the New Day that has come through Jesus’ resurrection.

Walkin’ with Jesus: The Dawn of a New Day Scripture Text: Mark 16.1-8 INTRODUCTION The Easter story is an amazing and moving-story ~ …but not-just-because it touches us emotionally. But, it’s incredible and powerful because it really did happen; …and-because of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

...and They Grumbled

Contributed by Kristopher Morris on Sep 17, 2003

Reactions to Jesus’ claims vary, grumbling is one of them.

"...And They Grumbled" -John 6:41-51 As many of you know, school started up again this last week. For those schools that didn’t, don’t worry… it’s comin’ soon! And all across this great land, children will be mourning the loss of a summer gone too quickly. You can imagine the scene…Little Joey ...read more

Scripture: John 6:41-51

Denomination: Lutheran

What Reactiondo We Have To The Christmas Story Today?

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Dec 20, 2002

There are three reactions to the Christmas story given ion this Scripture.

WHAT REACTION DO WE HAVE TO THE CHRISTMAS STORY? How do we respond to God coming to us? Matthew 2:1-12 Washington, DC -- In December of 1944, General George S. Patton summoned his Third Army Chaplain into his office and asked him to write out a prayer for good weather. Patton’s ground troops had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Half-Hearted Repentance Series

Contributed by Bobby Oliver on Jul 2, 2018

With half-hearted repentance, there is a warning, there is a reaction, and there are second thoughts.

Half-Hearted Repentance Exodus 9:13-35 - We’re continuing our study through the book of Exodus. - As we make our way through this book, we’re asking the question, “What can I learn from this passage about honoring God?” - Last time, we looked at the plague of boils. - We compared it with the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 9:13-35

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do When You Don't Know What To Do

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Jul 3, 2007

Examining David’s reaction as he was on the run from Saul

1 Samuel 21:12-13 What David did when he didn’t know what to do... 1. He worshiped (v. 1-3) A. In his worship he blessed God (v. 1a) B. In his worship he praised God (v. 1b) C. In his worship he boasted in God (v. 2) D. In his worship he magnified God (v. 3a) E. In his worship he exalted God (v. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The State Of The Body Address Series

Contributed by James Cloud on Aug 4, 2007

Sermon detailing End Time scenarios and our reaction it.

The State of the Body Address Ephesians 6:12-18 12 For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places. 13 Wherefore take unto you the whole armor of God that ye ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12-18

Denomination: Anglican

Paul Confronts Peter's Sin Series

Contributed by Aarron Ellerman on Jan 3, 2008

Paul’s reaction to Peter’s sin is swift and just.

Galatians 2:14-21 “Paul Confronts Peter’s Sin” 1. Paul’s Reaction (14) Vs. 14 • Peter, being an apostle, had an even greater responsibility to lead others uprightly (straight path) in the truth of the gospel. o Bible says, “To whom much is given much will be required.” o Peter ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

11 Bigger Failures

Contributed by Shane Brooks on Nov 6, 2003

Failure isn’t an event, it’s the reaction to an event

Let’s start off with talking about the boat. What is the boat? Well, it’s safe, warm, somewhat dry, but most importantly it floats. The comfort that the boat brings is priceless in a storm. Secondly, the boat is where most of the passengers of this cruise had spent their whole life. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Choices

Contributed by La Juana Morris on Nov 10, 2004

Subject: Choices in life, our situations are the reaction to our actions.

Choices Joshua 24:14-15 Proposition: Choose God! And Joshua gathered all the tribes of Israel to Shechem, and called for the elders of Israel and for their heads and for their judges and for their officers and they presented themselves before God. And Joshua said unto all the people, Hear what ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:14-15

Denomination: Methodist

The Shadow And Light Of Judas And Peter Series

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 28, 2012

Examine the different reactions to the sins of Judas and Peter in the Passion history.

Shadow and Light: Judas and Peter If there’s one thing you notice when reading the Bible is that it doesn’t hold back. It fully reveals God’s wrath and God’s love. God wasn’t afraid to have people put to death on a wide scale basis. He also didn’t hold back ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:4

Denomination: Lutheran

Seeking, Yet Questioning

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 28, 2012

Another reaction to Jesus’ claims from the Jewish crowds.

Last Sunday evening we looked at how to overcome any mocking or unbelief when it comes to us being Christians. We looked specifically at the response of Jesus’ half-brothers. Tonight we look at another reaction to Jesus’ claims from the Jewish crowds. The Jewish crowds including both ...read more

Scripture: John 7:10-19

Denomination: Baptist

A Broken Relationship Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Oct 19, 2013

An examination of the people that Ezekiel had to preach to, and God's reaction.

Ezekiel 2:3 And He said to me: “Son of man, I am sending you to the children of Israel, to a rebellious nation that has rebelled against Me; they and their fathers have transgressed against Me to this very day. Israel was no longer a holy people. They were rebellious and had turned away ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Provoking Good Deeds And Love

Contributed by Jeremy Harbin on Feb 16, 2020

"Provoking" is the ability to call forth a reaction, feeling, or emotion from another. The reaction is usually unwanted. What if we used this power to call out the good in our neighbor?

1. What a strange phrase in our Bibles: PROVOKE ONE ANOTHER TO LOVE AND GOOD WORKS. 2. When we hear the word “provoke” we don’t often think of good intentions or good outcomes. 3. We might think of the guy who cuts us off on the interstate, and he doesn’t even use his blinker when he does it . He ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

He Worshipped

Contributed by Richard Rutledge on Nov 20, 2001

Job’s first reaction to the devastating news of his servants was to worship.

Job 1:13-20 Text: He Worshipped Perhaps of all the accounts given us in Scripture, few paints a more vivid picture of total devastation and tragedy as the story of Job. Most of you are familiar with this passage but for the benefit of those who may not be, let me share a little background. Job ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:13-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Believe It, But I Don’t Get It Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011

How did Peter and John differ in their reactions to seeing the empty tomb?

John 20:1-9 – I Believe it, but I Don’t Get it This morning we are starting a post-Resurrection series, that is, telling stories about what happened after that first Easter. We certainly believe that Jesus was raised from the dead on that spring Sunday many years ago, but what happened ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-9

Denomination: Baptist