Sermons on Real Compassion:

Twenty-First Sunday In Ordinary Time, Cycle A--21st Sunday, Year B--The Eucharist

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Aug 20, 2021

In the Eucharist, Jesus inaugurated a new mode of presence in “Lord’s supper” (1 Cor 11:20) or the “breaking of the bread” (Acts 2:42,46)

(1) What the Eucharist is not—Cannibalism. Two men who lived in a small town got into a terrible dispute that they could not resolve. So, they decided to talk to the wisest man in town. The first man went to the house of the wise man and told him his version of what happened. When he finished, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-69

Denomination: Catholic

The Difference Of Knowledge And Wisdom Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 16, 2016

A study of the book of Job 12: 1 – 25

Job 12: 1 – 25 The Difference Of Knowledge And Wisdom 1 Then Job answered and said: 2 “No doubt you are the people, and wisdom will die with you! 3 But I have understanding as well as you; I am not inferior to you. Indeed, who does not know such things as these? 4 “I am one ...read more

Scripture: Job 12:1-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Don't Doubt It!

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on May 19, 2024

It can be hard to convince some people. Like doubting Thomas, they say, “I won't believe it until I see it!” Even then you can't convince some people. As they say, “A man convinced against his will is of the same opinion still.”

Alba 5-19-2024 DON'T DOUBT IT! I John 1:1-4 The following statements were taken from official documents, newspapers and magazines widely read during their day. Listen to what the "authorities" had to say: 1840 - "Anyone traveling at the speed of thirty miles per hour would ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Will Hell Be Like? Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 12, 2019

“Hell is a real place, where real people will suffer a real punishment for a real eternity.” – Jerry Falwell Sr.

“Hell is a real place, where real people will suffer a real punishment for a real eternity.” – Jerry Falwell Sr. A. THINGS ABOUT HELL YOU KNOW 1. Old Testament – Sheol, means grave, i.e., the inevitability of death. “The wicked shall be turned into Hell” (Ps. 9:17). 2. New Testament – Hades. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:7, Matthew 10:28, Revelation 20:10

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Doing More Than Others? - Matthew 5:43-45 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 24, 2024

Matthew 5:47 …what are you doing more than others? That question speaks volumes about what the Lord expects from the Christian life. Jesus requires that citizens of His kingdom have a kind of love that is fundamentally different from the world’s kind of love.

Matthew 5:43-48 You have heard that it was said, 'Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' 44 But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45 that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-45

"Searching And Messin With Sasquatch"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jan 28, 2016

Today the lesson shares with us real people talk about real encounters, there are real town meetings, testimonials, there are some real skeptics, and some people just really mess with Jesus.

Searching and Messin with Sasquatch Luke 4:21-30 Searching for Big Foot, Big Foot Sightings are TV programs that are attempting to find the Big Foot There is even a TV commercial that shares an image of a Sasquatch and folks messing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:21-30

Denomination: Methodist

Liberty Or Legalism Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 30, 2015

Compassion trumps man-made commandments.

Liberty or Legalism Mark 2:23-28 Rev. Brian Bill November 28-29, 2015 Almost every state has surprising laws on their books. • In Florida, a woman may be fined for falling asleep under a hair dryer. • In Indiana, citizens are not allowed to attend a movie within four hours after ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:23-28

Denomination: Baptist

Christ And Controversy

Contributed by R. Joseph Owles on Mar 3, 2006

Jesus’ forgiveness and compassion creates controversy.

SERMON IN A SENTENCE: We cannot be in a right relationship with God if we are in a wrong relationship with others. Two weeks ago we encountered Paul’s challenge to “Be like Christ,” and we looked at Mark’s account of Jesus healing a leper for clues of how we could actually be like Christ. We ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:13-28

Denomination: Catholic

How Jesus Helps Us Get Off The Mat Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on May 23, 2014

Good News, Dancing in Joy, Friendship, Compassion

Mark 2:1-12 (p. 700) May 25, 2014 Introduction: As you know, and if you don’t here’s a reminder, one of my favorite books is Mike Yaconelli’s “Messy Spirituality.” He ends chapter two which is called, “The place where our messiness meets Jesus” ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is Hell Forever? Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Sep 30, 2015

Although unpopular in today's culture of tolerance religious pluralism, the doctrine of hell is necessary for Christians and non-Christians.

Is Hell Forever? Perhaps an even more relevant question is whether there really is a hell? According to a 2003 survey by Barna research, 76% of Americans believe Heaven exists, 71% of Americans believe Hell exists, but only .005 believe that they will be sent there. So, while many people believe ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"is Hell Real Or Merely A Terrible Dream?"

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Aug 8, 2022

This message raises some thought-provoking questions: What would you do if you were God and your prized creation was in rebellion? After death, do the souls of wicked people go to a place of torment called Hell to later get resurrected and stand before God in the last judgment?

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Luke 16:19-22) (19) "There was a certain rich man, which was clothed in purple and fine linen, and fared sumptuously every day:" (20) "And there was a certain beggar named Lazarus, which was ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 21:8, Matthew 10:28, Matthew 25:41, Mark 9:43, Jude 1:7, Luke 16:24, Revelation 20:13-14, Matthew 22:13, Luke 16:19-31  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christmas: Lord, Savior, Judge And Friend

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Dec 2, 2002

The real Jesus is the real reason for Christmas.

Lord, Savior, Judge and Friend The real Jesus is the real reason for Christmas. The pastor of a church in California put a sign in front of his church during the advent season that said, “Jesus is the reason for the season. Merry Christmas.” He received a complaint from a woman in the community ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

What Are You Waiting For? Series

Contributed by James Bohrer on Jan 14, 2009

Real faith has real results.

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? Hebrews 4:1-11 Pastor Jim Bohrer June 1, 2008 MAY 28th WELLINGTON, New Zealand- Grant Stubbs and Owen Wilson, were flying up the sloping valley of Pelorus Sound in New Zealand admiring the beautiful panoramic view. Then there was a cough, “Bless you Owen.” “For what ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Saving Faith Series

Contributed by Peter Toy on Mar 12, 2013

Real faith leads to real action.

Real faith leads to real action. When I was going to university I often came home to my hometown on holidays. During one Christmas break, a young man started attending the church. I recognized him. His name was Alan and he was in my grade in the local high school we attended together. My friends ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming A Holy Versus Healthy Church

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 27, 2003

The dangers of evangelistic outreach and church growth that are driven by purpose rather than God's presence are explored.

"Consecrate yourselves and be holy, because I am the LORD your God. Keep my decrees and follow them. I am the LORD, who makes you holy." (Leviticus 20:7-8 NIV) Multiplied numbers of books on church growth have been written that try to explain the characteristics of so called ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational