Sermons on Refusing To Be Divisive:

God's Love Has Content!

Contributed by Gregory Fisher on Feb 20, 2017

Our society values inclusiveness and acceptance. But sometimes the Bible presents us with a God that divides and separates. James 4:1=12 seems to be one of these passages. Or, is it?

In our society one of the worst things that can be said of us is, “They are so divisive”. Our society is all about inclusiveness. We are all about acceptance; all about respecting differences; all about making room for all. That is what makes preaching from James 4:1-12 difficult. It is so ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-12

Denomination: Foursquare

Unity In The Community

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on May 3, 2018

In keeping in line with your Theme, I believe the text references unity as it relates to the body of Christ. If we have no unity within the body of Christ – it is futile to attempt to bring Unity with the local community in which we live.

TITLE: UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY SCRIPTURE: I CORINTHIANS 1:10-15 I stand this afternoon honored and consider it a privilege to share in this great marriage between Church and Pastor. What a wonderful celebration we have had unto this point. The foundation has been laid to help us receive the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Our Oneness In The Diversity Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 3, 2022

We are designed to be different, to be interdependent, and to be one in Christ.

1 Cor 12:12-31 - Our Oneness in the Diversity Paul explained in the previous section that God has given the Body of Christ the various gifts necessary for the growth of His church. • The spiritual gifts come from a common source (the Holy Spirit) and for a common purpose – the building up of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31, John 17:20-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unified (Pentecost Of 2023)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on May 21, 2024

This sermon is about unity and how it is important to the success of the Church in the world.

UNIFIED Text: 1 Corinthians 12:1 - 11 Watch on YouTube https://youtu.be/PYo0QYomuXY?si=zLx0JFcjOACckCV8 1 Corinthians 12:1-31  Now concerning spiritual gifts, brothers and sisters, I do not want you to be uninformed.  (2)  You know that when you were pagans, you were enticed and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

God's Road Signs Part 1 Series

Contributed by Tim Najpaver on Jul 27, 2006

To navigate through life safely, notice the "road signs" God places in his word.

This sermon and the other "road sign" sermons made use of common "road signs" that were projected on the worship screen for visual impact. God’s road signs Part 1 Jeremiah 31:21-22 In the words of the singing group, The Five Man Electrical Band, Signs, Signs, everywhere ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

An Exposition Of James Five Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Apr 28, 2009

An in-depth look at James chapter five with practical applications. This entire series is available as an ebook from itunes or for the Nook via Barnes and Noble for the nominal fee of $4.95. This book is a conversational commentary.

5:1-6 Superior Faith is not Found in Greed Once again James blows his spiritual whistle and calls for the attention of a specific group. He leaves no question regarding the status of those wealthy people who have used their wealth as a sign of their supposed superior faith. In fact, James now ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-20, James 5:16

Denomination: Baptist

God's Rest Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 3, 2018

Be sure of God's rest; however, if you're not sure, strive to be sure of that rest.

A photographer was snapping pictures of first graders at an elementary school, making small talk to put them at ease. “What are you going to be when you grow up?” he asked one little girl. “Tired”, she said. (J. R. Love, Rushton, Louisiana; www. PreachingToday.com) Evidently, she had been ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Fellowship With God, Fellowship With One Another

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 16, 2005

What is fellowship? Do you have fellowship? With whom do you have fellowship? With whom do you not have fellowship? Of what importance is fellowship to you?

Fellowship with God, Fellowship with one another Sunday October 08, 2000 1 John 1:1-10 That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled, of the Word of life; 2 (For the life was manifested, and we have ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-10, 1 John 1:1

Denomination: Church Of God

When Christians Disagree Series

Contributed by Ben Mandrell on Aug 1, 2008

Let the people of God be together,one heart and one mind.

Note: This is the sermon manuscript that Ben carried into the pulpit. Feel free to use it in any way to advance the kingdom of God. Christianity 101: When Christians Disagree Romans 14 Englewood Baptist Church Sunday Morning, July 13, 2008 We have been working our way through the book of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Christian = Plain Brown Wrapper

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 15, 2006

Choose your colors, just not plain brown.

Christian = Plain Brown Wrapper I preach at a local rescue mission and I used most of this message there one night. I wanted to warn them because desperate people are very vulnerable to deception in the name of Christ. I have added some verses because I want to approach the same subject but ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

A Short Story About Growing Tall

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 19, 2012

Today, we are going to meet someone named Zacchaeus who had the same issues facing him, but made a different decision when meeting Jesus Christ… and to be honest, it is a little shocking. Zacchaeus could stay the way he was or he could make some changes

A SHORT STORY ABOUT GROWING TALL LUKE 19:1-10 INTRODUCTION… snopes.com/info/top25uls.asp & snopes.com/daily/ Last week John encouraged us to not give into temptation and spread rumors and talk about things before we know the facts. This is definitely true in the church; it is also true ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Brag About Jesus, And Belonging To Him (1 Corinthians 1:10-30) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 22, 2022

Don't brag about yourself, or your leaders. Also, be united: remember you are "of Christ," and not "of your pastor."

Today, we're going to try cover the rest of 1 Corinthians 1, all at once. It's a pretty big section, so let's just dive in. 1 Corinthians 1:10: (10) Now, I urge you, brothers , by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, (in order) that the same thing you may/shall all speak, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-30

Spiritual Identity Series

Contributed by Bruce B. Miller on Jun 7, 2012

A journey to ancient Corinth, a place of materialism, sexuality and conflicting religious traditions, much like us today.

Spiritual Identity Today we begin our new series. Come on a journey with me to ancient Corinth, a place of materialism, sexuality and conflicting religious traditions, much like us today. Come discover God’s spiritual wisdom for how to live for Christ in a foolish world. The Corinthian Christians ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Who Are We?

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Jul 8, 2004

A lesson in Humility and Servitude.

Who Are We ? A lesson in Humility and servitude. 1Co 1:10 Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and that there be no divisions among you; but that ye be perfectly joined together in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:4-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

War Of The Wells

Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on May 21, 2003

Four steps to enduring strife

INTRODUCTION: As we approach the time for Vacation Bible School, I would like for us to take a look at some of the lessons our children will work through. Today I have chosen the story of the Isaac’s contention with the Philistines over wells. Our VBS material uses this story to teach the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 26:12-33

Denomination: Baptist