Sermons on Sexual Abuse:

Snapchat Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Oct 19, 2015

A message dealing with the issue of hypocrisy.

Snapchat. I don’t know much about Snapchat except what I read about it on the web. I don’t have it on my phone because, frankly, I don’t see the need for an app on my phone that supposedly lets me take a photo or video, send it to someone, and as soon as it’s been viewed, is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-3

Denomination: Methodist

What If Jesus Had Never Been Born?

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 10, 2018

In this lesson, I want to note some of the areas where Jesus has made a difference because he had been born.

Scripture Almost twenty-five years ago, Dr. D. James Kennedy and Jerry Newcombe published a book titled, What If Jesus Had Never Been Born? It is a wonderful study about the incredible impact of Jesus on world history. This message is based on that book. Our Scripture text for this message is ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hypocrisy Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 5, 2022

If Christians really love Jesus, why is there so much hurt in the church? Jesus confronted the hypocrisy of religious people and desires that his disciples walk in love.

INTRODUCTION • In our new series, Hot Topics, we will dig into six tough topics that people inside and outside the church often think about (even if we don't ask about them out loud!): • If Christians love Jesus, why is there so much hypocrisy in the church? • How can we trust the Bible? ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-36

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Prosperous Hand Is Seldom Pious

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Apr 13, 2019

Should we not resist to flaunt wealth or even seek it as a pastor when the world and even poor Christians think we lack integrity loving mammon rather than God?

"Piety and prosperity seldom go hand in hand..." "We live in a day when the temptation to the indulgence of the flesh is very great. Luxuries are common. Piety and prosperity seldom go hand in hand, and in many a case the prosperity that piety and power have brought has been the ruin ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3, Luke 16:10-13, 2 Corinthians 11:14-15, Philippians 3:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Danger Of Ingratitude. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 7, 2024

I've learned that some people's ingratitude is a disease, and no amount of kindness can cure it.

Ingratitude is a destructive force that can lead people to forget the help they received during their most difficult times. When individuals come out of their troubles, they often become disloyal, ungrateful, and disrespectful towards those who helped them. This article will explore the Bible's ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 106:7-8, Luke 17:11-19, Psalm 103:2

A Modern-Day Reflection On Job's So-Called Comforters Or Friends. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 31, 2025

In the biblical account of Job, we find a poignant example of how friends can sometimes exacerbate our suffering instead of alleviating it.

In the biblical account of Job, we find a poignant example of how friends can sometimes exacerbate our suffering instead of alleviating it. Job's three friends, Eliphaz, Bildad, and Zophar, came to comfort him in his time of need, but instead, they ended up criticizing and judging him (Job ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:39

God's Justice For The Godly And Punishment For The Wicked Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 17, 2025

Throughout scripture, we see examples of God's justice being meted out to those who slander, lie against, and seek to destroy the godly.

The Bible consistently teaches that God is a defender of the righteous and a judge of the wicked. Throughout scripture, we see examples of God's justice being meted out to those who slander, lie against, and seek to destroy the godly. The Accountability of Slanderers In Psalm 52:1-4, David ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 146:9, 2 Samuel 16:5-13

The Preacher And The Prostitute Series

Contributed by Paul Cull on Jun 12, 2005

God’s shocking visual aid

The preacher and the prostitute (Part 1 of a series of 3) Hosea 1:1-11 We live in a world where images are important. As every school teacher will tell you, if you can combine a visual aid with your own words, you will get your message across to the children much better. It is just the same for ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:1-11

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Church - A Place Of Refuge

Contributed by Stephen Acheson on Mar 27, 2001

We live in a world where physical and emotional abuse is the norm. Where can we go that’s safe? I would propose to you that the church should be just such a place.

INTRODUCTION: ILL. Grocery store - Rachael climbing on cart - fell bruised arm and leg real bad - store personal almost panicked - offered to pay for doctor visit - insurance company offered to give us money to sign a release form saying we wouldn’t sue them - later got pictures developed showing ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:4-5, Numbers 35:11-15

Denomination: Church Of God

Healing From Debt

Contributed by Dan Waite on Jan 20, 2006

People are rich in what they ARE, not what they HAVE. In the “materialism” that fills American society and the American church, we have become addicted to debt and don’t mind it’s abuses.

Other sermons can be found at http://lastsermon.blogspot.com/ 1 Timothy 6:6 – 10 Healing from Debt Premise: People are rich in what they ARE, not what they HAVE. Godliness is the truest riches. (Ill.) “Two ardent fishermen met on their vacation and began swapping stories about the different ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Free Methodist

Dark Past Bright Future

Contributed by Martin Holland on Jan 17, 2012

With life there comes many challenges and for some there are more challenges than others. Perhaps someone was unwanted at birth, a problems child or born into a family of abuse. There is a opportunity for that person to have a bright future.

Dark Past Bright Future 1 Chronicles 4:9-10 Last week in studying the life of Moses we saw how his parents played an important role in his life. Moses was put in an idea environment with all the potentials to produce greatness. Perhaps you did not have parents like Moses or even more so raised ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

In The Days Of Youth Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jun 5, 2006

God is opposed to anything that diminishes our joy. What many think is a "good time" is actually self-abuse. Life is fleeting, so fear and obey God, for your own good.

Overcoming Futility—a sermon series on Ecclesiastes “In the Days of Youth” 11:9-12:14 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts We conclude our study of Ecclesiastes, a book written to people who are struggling to find meaning and purpose in life. Solomon ends ...read more

Denomination: Congregational

Helping Others As Jesus Helped Others

Contributed by Craig Condon on Apr 6, 2015

The “little ones” Jesus refers to are frequently the scapegoats or victims in our society. They are the powerless, the weak, the hurting, the abused, the abandoned, the elderly or children, and they are often the easiest targets for our wrath.

A successful man known for his generosity was driving his new car through a poor part of town. A boy tried to flag him down. The man didn’t want to get involved, so he pretended he didn’t see the child. As he slowed for a red traffic light, he heard a loud crash. Someone had thrown a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:40-42

Denomination: Anglican

Perverting God's Grace (2)

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Feb 8, 2022

God has poured immeasurable grace on his church. This grace should not be abused by church leaders. Pride in the house of God has led many to pervert the grace of God. God is not pleased.

TEXT: 3 JOHN 1:9-11 (NIV) "I wrote to the church, but Diotrephes, who loves to be first, will not welcome us.So when I come, I will call attention to what he is doing, spreading malicious nonsense about us. Not satisfied with that, he even refuses to welcome other believers. He also stops ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:9-11, 1 Peter 5:5-6, 2 Timothy 2:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Has Christmas Changed You.

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 2, 2001

This sermon deals with the need for us to be changed if Christmas is to have a real meaning for our lives.

CHRISTMAS, HAS IT CHANGED YOU 12/20/92 Matt. 1:18-2:12 Isaiah 9:2-7 Text Isaiah 9:6-7 .ls2 Christmas, has it changed you? When asked how had Christmas changed his life, one man responded, well I had a lot more money before Christmas than I have after it. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:2-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed