Sermons on Responses:

No, It's Not Fair, But Bear With It In Christ

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 28, 2023

Forget the old song that asks “how can it be wrong when it feels so right?” That’s unmitigated baloney. Your mind must rule your emotions, not vice-versa.

Twenty-Sixth Sunday in Course 2023 Have you or anyone you know ever said that some fine or traffic ticket or concert ticket price or something else “isn’t fair”? I suspect that a show of hands would involve almost everyone who is here today. That cry, “it’s not fair!” is one of the most common ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11, Matthew 21:28-32, Psalm 25:4-9, Ezekiel 18:25-28

Denomination: Catholic

Sour Grapes

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 29, 2020

From blame to shame. A call to repentance.

SOUR GRAPES. Ezekiel 18:1-4; Ezekiel 18:25-32. It seems to be very much a part of fallen human nature that we want to blame someone else for the things that go wrong in our lives. This all began in the garden of Eden, after the first couple ate of the forbidden fruit. Adam blamed both his ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 18:1-4, Ezekiel 18:25-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Warning Against Helping Toxic And Greedy People. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 25, 2024

I want to write about a crucial issue that affects many of us.

It's a trap that appears noble on the surface but can lead to spiritual and emotional exhaustion. I'm referring to the danger of helping toxic and greedy people. We've all been there - wanting to assist someone in need, hoping to make a positive impact, and showing compassion. However, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23, Ephesians 6:2-3, Matthew 22:39

Embracing The Transformative Power Of Jesus' Teaching: Insights From Capernaum Series

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Feb 3, 2024

Embracing the Transformative Power of Jesus' Teaching: Insights from Capernaum

Embracing the Transformative Power of Jesus' Teaching: Insights from Capernaum Scripture: Mark 1:21-28 Reflection In the ancient synagogue of Capernaum, nestled along the shores of the Sea of Galilee, the air hummed with anticipation each Sabbath as the community gathered for sacred ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:21-28

Denomination: Other

Get Closer To God- Relationships Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 20, 2023

This is the 163rd sermon in the series Action". This is the 9th sermon from Colossians.

Series: Action [#163] GET CLOSER TO GOD- RELATIONSHIPS Colossians 3:18-4:18 Introduction: Life is about relationships- Your relationship with your family, your classmates, those you work with, those you attend Church with, your neighbors, and many others. The most important relationship that ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Foundation Of The Church

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on May 29, 2025

This sermon looks at the establishment of the church and looks at what a firm foundation should look like. It should make you think "Am I doing my part"

Introduction Today, we’re going to look at a passage of Scripture that reveals the foundation of the church and the assurance we have in Jesus’ promise. Let’s open our Bibles to Matthew 16:18. In this verse, Jesus makes a declaration: "And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:11, Matthew 16:15-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sinful But Called

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 5, 2025

The power of God’s word, spoken to Peter and the others by the very Word of God, Son of the Father, was enough to kick in the adrenaline and motivate the fishermen to fish longer in the worst time of day in the part of the lake with the worst prospects.

Fifth Sunday in Course 2025 The first thing that strikes me as I read today’s Gospel is that Peter and his fishing crew had been working all night and then had cleaned their nets. These professionals had just worked at least ten hours and were ready to go home. Jesus came along with hundreds of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11, Luke 5:1-11, Psalm 138:1-5, Psalm 138:7-8, Isaiah 6:1-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Godly Jews Repent On The Day Of Pentecost!!! Series

Contributed by Suresh Manoharan on May 25, 2025

Why did the "Godly Jews" repent on the Day of Pentecost!!!

_At that time there were *devout* Jews from every nation living in Jerusalem.- Acts 2:5_ After hearing Peter's sermon what brought *Godly* Jews virtually to their knees . _Hey...they were not Alcoholics, Womanisers or Drug Addicts , Thieves or Murderers._ But cut in their hearts, they ask ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:5

Denomination: *other

Ark Almighty

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 6, 2004

Uses "Evan Almighty" theme...link included to PowerPoint resources and more. "3 Ways to pass on a Godly Heritage" - GET SAVED, GET RIGHT, GET INTO CHURCH! How we can construct an ark of protection for our household. Good for Father’s Day.

Ark Almighty Hebrews 11:7 Below is the outline only. Please get the full text version, complete with illustrations and PowerPoint slides at: http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/DadAlmighty.php Dads are by no means ’all powerful,’ but they are ’all responsible.’ I was privileged to see an advanced ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Baptist

Confession And Repentance

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 8, 2001

Daniel’s prayer is a great example of how WE should pray and ask for forgiveness

CONFESSION AND REPENTANCE DANIEL 9:1-19 INTRODUCTION Daniel was a godly man who realized that his nation had sinned greatly against God. He prayed to “make it right with God.” He prayed to confess the sins that brought curses on the Israelite people. He prayed to confess the sin that separated ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Child Is Born

Contributed by Ted Brassard on Jul 24, 2009

The Wonder of the Christmas Message

Intro: “unto us a child is born..” •The omnipotent God becomes a needy child. •The inclusive language of “unto us” as opposed to exclusive “them” •Life changes precipitated by the a “child” being “born” Change in responsibility "So likewise ye, when ye shall have done all those things ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ranting Of The Rebellious One

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 4, 2015

The Ranting of The Rebellious One

Psalm 2 The Ranting of The Rebellious One - 2:1-3 The Risk - 2:1 Why do the heathen rage, and the people imagine a vain thing? The Reason - 2:2 The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together, against the LORD, and against his anointed, saying, The Rebellion v 3 Let ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 2:1-12

Denomination: Holiness

God's Justice Misconstrued!

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 16, 2009

How can I keep from misconstruing God’s justice?

God’s Justice Misconstrued! Job 8:1-22 PROPOSITION: Because Christ is perfect, you must trust in His justice. I. Maintain a biblical view of the character of God. 8:1-7 A. God is just! (1-6) 1. God’s justice defended (1-2). be careful how you speak to God don’t impugn His ...read more

Scripture: Job 8:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

God’s Purpose For You! Series

Contributed by Kyle Sullivan on Nov 10, 2014

God’s number one purpose in my life is to make me like Jesus.

Question: What is God’s Purpose for my Life? 1) God’s Promise. Vs. 28 What doesn’t this verse say? What does this verse say? Key: God has a great way of bringing good out of bad. 2) God’s Purpose. Vs. 29 Genesis 1:26-27 Key: God’s number one purpose ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-31

Denomination: Baptist

Marriage, Intimacy Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Mar 28, 2018

A Biblical marriage destroys thoughts of self-consciousness, they defeat shame, there is no fear of ridicule, no hang-ups, they can choose to avoid embarrassments and with Christ leading the marriage they miss the emotional hurts from abuse or poor choice

Marriage, Intimacy A marriage unified in Christ enjoys true Biblical intimacy. Moses wrote, “…The man and his wife were both naked, and they felt no shame.” (Genesis 2:25) A Biblical marriage destroys thoughts of self-consciousness, they defeat shame, there is no fear of ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational