Sermons on sexuality: showing 571-585 of 15,751

Reubin Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 23, 2022

In the Torah, Reuben is briefly described as having had sexual activity with Bilhah, his stepmother's maid, and father's concubine. On his deathbed, Jacob declares that Reuben "will no longer excel, for you went up onto your father's bed, onto my couch and defiled it."

Reuben Pronunciation R??uven Born 1569 BCE Paddan Aram Died 1445 BCE or 1444 BCE (aged 125) Resting place Tomb of Reuben, Israel 31°55'46?N 34°44'02?E Children · Hanok (son) · Pallu (son) · Hezron (son) · ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 46:9

Denomination: Baptist

Why Does God Judge A Nation?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 8, 2020

Through the Prophet Amos, God provides the reasons for judging the nations around Judah and Israel, as well as His own people. The reasons for His judgement stands against nations to this day.

“Thus says the LORD: ‘For three transgressions of Damascus, and for four, I will not revoke the punishment, because they have threshed Gilead with threshing sledges of iron. So I will send a fire upon the house of Hazael, and it shall devour the strongholds of Ben-hadad. I will break the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

God And The Nations - Part 2 - The State Of The Nation Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jul 10, 2020

The very first step in overcoming an addiction is to admit that you are an addict. Is the overwhelming population of the USA addicted to sin? Let's take a look.

God And The Nations - Part 2 - The State of The Nation Today we will be reading from Jeremiah 18:1-12 Last week we started taking a look at God and His interaction with the nations of the earth. The first thing we did was to take a look at Acts 17:26 where it says: From one man, Adam, God made ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-12, Acts 17:26, Psalm 33:12, Numbers 24:5-9, Romans 1:18-32, Matthew 22:37, Romans 5:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Follow The Steps Of Our Savior Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 22, 2024

Here’s how: 1. Mimic our Master (vs. 1a). 2. Learn how much we are loved by God (vs. 1b). 3. Love like we are loved by God (vs. 2). 4. Live with godly holiness (vs. 3-7). 5. Walk as children of light (vs. 8-14).

Follow the Steps of Our Savior Jesus Christ Ephesians 5:1-14 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The Book of Ephesians (Prepared May 22, 2024) BACKGROUND: *We are studying the Apostle Paul's letter to the Church in Ephesus. J. Vernon McGee gave this background: "Around the year 60 A.D. four ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Healthy Congregations Are Diverse Congregations Series

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Jan 30, 2018

a church must have diversity to be a healthy church

The Episcopal Church prides itself in the acceptance of all people – those of diverse cultures, ethnicity, race, gender identity, sexual identity, and abilities. This allows congregations that share the wonderful uniqueness of each person, celebrate their varied differences, and promote stronger ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-6

Denomination: Episcopal

When Life Is Hard Jesus Is There Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on Oct 15, 2021

This message goes from John 11 on the death Of Lazarus but goes beyond to all hard times in life.

“WHEN LIFE IS HARD JESUS IS THERE” John 11 Greenmount and O’Leary Churches of Christ July 25, 2021 VIDEO LINK: https://youtu.be/fGe6WlCL8dY INTRODUCTION: This morning, we come to a passage of Scripture which deals with death, a matter which is truly one of those hard things we ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:15, Matthew 28:20, Galatians 6:2, John 13:34-35, Psalm 27:10, Isaiah 49:15, Ecclesiastes 12:1-5, John 14:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Super Judge Of Israel Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Dec 7, 2014

Samson is often seen as the example of how NOT to be a man of God. But Hebrews 11 lists him in the chapter of faith. So what is it about Samson and his faith that we need to learn?

"Faster than a locomotive. More powerful than a speeding bullet. Able to leap tall buildings in a single bound. Look! Up in the air! It’s a bird. It’s a plane. It’s Superman. Superman. Visitor from a strange planet endowed with powers and abilities beyond those of mortal men. ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Divide Your Love Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

The command to love one another is sandwiched between two reasons to love that are both descriptions of the birth of hope. Love is encased in hope.

“What oxygen is to the lungs, such is hope to the meaning of life” (Emil Brunner) There are a lot of reasons for us not to be hopeful. I listed some just this week as I thought about this message: Suicide Stillborn children Multiple Sclerosis Sexual Abuse Eating Disorder Special Needs ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:22-25

Denomination: Baptist

4 Controversial Uncompromising Life-Changing Truths Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Nov 22, 2024

Most people who are enslaved know they are slaves. The girl who is abducted and taken into the worldwide human trafficking ring knows she’s a slave. You don’t have to tell her this. But there is a kind of slavery where people don’t fully realize they are enslaved.

Today, I want to speak to you about “4 Controversial Uncompromising Life-Changing Truths” from the lips of Jesus Himself. These 4 truths are unpopular for many. They are likely to start a good argument at the Thanksgiving dinner table. Many of these, if not all of these, run against the current ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-47

Denomination: Baptist

Letter To The Church At Pergamum: The Church Near Satan's Throne Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 29, 2023

The city of Pergamum in the ancient world was a city seated on a hill, a tall hill, and this place was like the capital of Asia minor.

I was at the gym last night, on the stair-stepper enjoying a good work out. All the workout machines in the area point one direction, and so looking forward in front of me there are always many televisions all lined up one by one. I counted them last night and I counted 20 tvs. All of them on ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Salvation Army

Does God Hate Sex? Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Feb 20, 2008

God created sex and gave it as a gift for heterosexual marriage. outside this boundary it is sinful and destructive in life

WHY DOES GOD HATE SEX? I CORINTHIANS 6 VERSES 12-20 Allow me to give you some statistics – you might be shocked by these. These statistics come from a survey carried out within the Christian church, amongst leaders and lay people – please remember that as you listen to them. 64% struggle with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Brought To Life; Brought Together

Contributed by David Taylor on Sep 10, 2024

Three motives to flee from sin and flee to Christ.

We are continuing our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. As I have said, Ephesians can be divided into two sections, chapters one through three describe what God has done in us through Christ while chapters four through six call us to live out what God has done in us. Last ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Guidelines For Christianity: God's Gift Of Sex Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 26, 2015

Most people in our culture today don’t often associate the word "God" with the word "sex". We’re going to try to answer these questions. What does the seventh commandment actually address? Why is adultery wrong? What leads people to adultery?

Today we’re gonna talk about sex. Now that I have your attention. . . God does not have a Commandment about worshipping Him in a temple or sanctuary. He planned to live in the body of His people. He wants to be glorified in your body and carry out His ministry through you. Here’s a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:14

Denomination: Baptist

Flee Baby, Flee Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 8, 2015

The world paints those who oppose immoral sex as being prudes and bigots. It's hard to withstand the humiliation and embarrassment that we can face when we speak up. So why should we? And how should we stand for morality in a faithless world?

Years ago I heard a famous radio preacher tell of an experience he had while doing a seminar in a large city. After he had gotten done speaking he returned to his hotel, got on the elevator, and as he touched the button of his floor, a couple of very attractive women got on with him. "What ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God, Sex, And Marriage

Contributed by Jeffrey Dillinger on Mar 5, 2005

What does God say about sex before marriage? What about sex outside of marriage?

God and the Marriage Bed (1 Cor. 7:1-9) Intro: A. When you look at our society today, we have seen many marriages that have ended in divorce. When you consider the statistics concerning sexuality and teens, you see that most people have some type of sexual activity before they marry. The term ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ