Sermons on Righteously:

Stagnant Christians

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 25, 2016

6 common characteristics of stagnant Christians (Outline taken from Mike Mack in a small groups class at Cincinnati Christian University)

HoHum: THE KEEPER OF THE SPRINGS by Peter Marshall Once upon a time, a certain town grew up at the foot of a mountain range. High up in the hills, a strange and quiet forest dweller took it upon himself to be the Keeper of the Springs. He patrolled the hills and wherever he found a spring, he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Christ The Righteous: The Christian's Advocate!

Contributed by Mark N. Posey on May 4, 2015

Christ is our faithful and just advocate!

SERMON: Jesus Christ the Righteous, The Christian’s Advocate. TEXT: I John 2:1-6 1. The Admonition (v. 1). 2. The Advocate (v. 1). 3. The Atonement (v. 2). 4. The Awareness (v. 3). 5. The Affirmation (v. 4). 6. The Assurance (v. 5). 7. The Aspiration (v. 6). ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Pharisee And The Tax Collector Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jun 26, 2015

The parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector shows us two different approaches to God.

Scripture When someone comes to the Session in order to be interviewed for communicant membership, we always ask the following two questions, which we have borrowed from Dr. D. James Kennedy and Evangelism Explosion. First, we ask, “Suppose you were to die today, are you sure that you would ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Righteous Shall Flourish

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 27, 2014

To show that we have to trust, rely on and depend only on GOD not on man, anything or riches.

I. EXORDIUM: Who do you trust? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we have to trust, rely on and depend only on GOD not on man, anything or riches. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 11:28 (Amplified Bible) 11:28 He who leans on, trusts in, and is confident in his riches shall ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Guarding The Good Deposit Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 25, 2015

The message explores what Paul meant when he urged Timothy to guard the good deposit. Preachers are point men in the battle to stand firm against error, but the congregation must join them in this task.

“By the Holy Spirit who dwells within us, guard the good deposit entrusted to you.” [1] Servants of Christ demonstrate a dynamic interplay of divine sovereignty and human responsibility in the exercise of the ministry God has assigned each one. One writer, citing an old maxim of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

Shallow In The Depths Series

Contributed by Mark Sanders on Aug 17, 2015

This sermon illustrates 3 characteristics of a shallow relationship with God, as demonstrated by the prayer and life of the prophet Jonah

(SLIDE # 1) THE RUNNING MAN: SHALLOW IN THE DEPTHS JONAH 2 As a kid, I always had all of these theological questions in my head. I was raised in church and was given a pretty good Christian education between home, Sunday School, and Church, but I had these certain questions that floated ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

While Were Still Sinners Christ Died For Us

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 18, 2016

To show that JESUS CHRIST demonstrated His Love for us, while we're still sinners and unloveable, He died for us.

I. EXORDIUM: Did someone died for me? Yes. JESUS. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that JESUS CHRIST demonstrated His Love for us, while we're still sinners and unloveable, He died for us. IV. TEXT: Romans 5:8 (Amplified Bible) But God shows and clearly ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Guards Us From Sin And Its Effects

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 8, 2015

To prove from secret messages from the LORD that we are carefully and constantly guarded by JESUS from sin and it's effects.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a good guard? No, JESUS is my Guard and Garrison. Isaiah 58:8 (Amplified Bible) 58:8 Then shall your light break forth like the morning, and your healing (your restoration and the power of a new life) shall spring forth speedily; your righteousness (your rightness, your ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 10:34

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Surpassing Grace Of God Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 9, 2015

God abundantly supplies so that we having been blessed can in turn bless others which results in everyone blessing God. The grace of Christian giving pours the blessings of God on all involved, the giver, the recipient, those concerned, & God.

2 CORINTHIANS 9: 8-15 [GAINING PERSPECTIVE Series] THE SURPASSING GRACE OF GOD [Psalms 112] Christian giving always rebounds with multiplied blessings for the giver. But not only is the giver blessed, the recipient is also. With so many unselfish blessings flowing around, thankfulness and glory ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Good, The Bad, & The Snuggly

Contributed by Jonathan Meyer on Nov 1, 2016

Jesus points to our salvation by the Father's grace alone, not by our works--first through a parable, and then in action as He welcomes children (even infants).

The Word of God that engages us today is our Gospel reading from Luke 18. And in our Gospel reading, Jesus challenges the presuppositions of those around Him. Our Gospel reading is really broken down into two sections—and quite often you’ll get a sermon on one or the other, as if ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-17

Denomination: Lutheran

Fear Only The Lord

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 30, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Do you wish to fear human being like you or the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that only the LORD GOD deserves our reverential fear IV. TEXT: Isaiah 8:11-13 (New Living Translation, Second

I. EXORDIUM: Do you wish to fear human being like you or the LORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that only the LORD GOD deserves our reverential fear IV. TEXT: Isaiah 8:11-13 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) The Lord has given me a strong warning not to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 8:11-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Opposing Opinions Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Oct 8, 2018

God is always against those who are proud, and profit or power driven. He lifts up those who are humble and gracious. We, as His people, must always be the voice of the protection of the planet and the deliverance of the oppressed.

Revelation 18 v. 9 and they shall weep and mourn about her, those kings of the earth who committed fornication with her and grew rich when they see the smoke of her burning. v. 10 they stayed a distance for fear of her torment, saying, “Woe! Woe! The big city of Babylon, the powerful city for in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 18:9-24

Denomination: *other

Made Right Series

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Nov 14, 2020

Many people are trying to do the right thing, yet they fail miserably. Why? Before you can do right . . .

“For He has made Him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in Him.” 2 Corinthians 5:21 The Crisis - Many people are trying to do the right thing, yet they fail miserably. Why? Before you can do right, you must first be made right. But even after that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:21, 1 Corinthians 1:30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

8th Sunday After Pentecost. July 14th, 2024. Series

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jul 4, 2021

Year B, Proper 10.

2 Samuel 6:1-5, 2 Samuel 6:12-19, Psalm 24:1-10, Amos 7:7-15, Psalm 85:8-13, Ephesians 1:3-14, Mark 6:14-29. (A). THE ARK BROUGHT UP TO JERUSALEM. 2 Samuel 6:1-5, 2 Samuel 6:12-19. No sooner had David been anointed king over all Israel, than the Philistines came up against him. David’s ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:1-5, 2 Samuel 6:12-19, Psalm 24:1-10, Amos 7:7-15, Psalm 85:8-13, Ephesians 1:3-14, Mark 6:14-29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Prescription For Happiness Sermon Iv: Be Right And Do Right Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Dec 22, 2019

Most folks want to live in peace with God and others, so Jesus taught us that such a life can be had and enjoyed if we put into practice a desire to be right with God and do right toward others.

PRESCRIPTION FOR HAPPINESS The Beatitudes – Matthew 5:1-12 Everybody I know wants to be happy. However, it appears to me that some folks may not understand ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Matthew 5:6