Sermons on Social Injustice: showing 1,606-1,620 of 26,234

One God, One Command: Love

Contributed by Clair Sauer on Nov 8, 2012

Whatever we do, we are to act in love.

Any of us who have been watching the news this week have seen some pretty heart-rending photos in the wake of Superstorm Sandy. On Monday, the residents of Sea Bright, New Jersey, on the north Jersey shore were allowed to go to their homes and begin gathering belongings. They went with suitcases ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34

Denomination: United Methodist

Do Not Take Side Series

Contributed by Dr. Amen Howard on Aug 13, 2013

One of the great characteristics of the body of Christ is to care about the burdens and sufferings of one another. However, as we seek to console and encourage friends that have been offended, we may be tempted to take up their offense against another.

In sympathy, we may tend to take their part against the pastor, the church or whoever they blame for the offense. This is very unwise and an unscriptural thing to do, considering that your friend may be the cause of his own/her offense, or trying to drag you out of faith. His/her hurt feelings may ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:1-3, Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Condemned By The Righteous" Series

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Feb 28, 2013

A sermon about overcoming fear.

“24 Hours that Changed the World: Condemned by the Righteous” Mark 14:53-72 One day a bus driver was driving along his usual route. He didn’t have any problems for the first few stops; a few people got on and got off, and things went pretty smooth. At one stop, however, a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:53-72

Denomination: United Methodist

One True Gospel Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 30, 2009

There is only one saving gospel, the gospel of grace by faith in Jesus Christ alone. This is the only gospel that is of divine origin. It is a gospel of the grace of Christ offered as a free gift. Man can not gain God’s salvation

GALATIONS 1:6-10 Gospel Perversion/ ONE TRUE GOSPEL There is only one saving gospel, the gospel of grace by faith in Jesus Christ alone. This is the only gospel that is of divine origin. It is a gospel of the grace of Christ offered as a free gift. There is nothing any man could ever do to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

More Signs Of The Times

Contributed by David Swensen on Nov 6, 2001

Do the signs of the times reveal the coming of the Lord? What does God’s Word say must occur before the Lord’s return? His Word warns that Christ is coming back! Are you ready? Come & learn... More Signs Of The Times.

MORE SIGNS OF THE TIMES Matthew 24:1-14 INTRODUCTION Quite some time ago, Mt. Saint Helens became the object of concern as it started sending puffs of smoke hundreds of feet into the Washington sky. - Every piece of scientific evidence collected in the labs and on the field predicted the volcano ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

With Mildly Thankful Hearts Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Mar 3, 2006

One of a series of sermons on Psalms. This one deals with thanksgiving psalms.

With Mildly Thankful Hearts Delivered on February 12, 2006 By The Rev. Dr. W. Maynard Pittendreigh Senior Pastor Mpittendreigh@goodshepherdpc.org Psalm 100:1-5 1 Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth. 2 Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. 3 Know that the LORD ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Persecuted Church Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Nov 5, 2003

This message was preached during a Month of Missions emphasis and illustrates the need for awareness among evangelicals regarding those who are being persecuted for their faith in Christ.

Jesus, Hope of the Nations “The Persecuted Church” Month of Missions - 2003 Various Scripture Texts – © Dr. Larry L. Thompson (2003) John 15:20 (NIV) “Remember the words I spoke to you: ’No servant is greater than his master.’ If they persecuted me, they will persecute you also. If they ...read more

Scripture: John 15:20

Denomination: Baptist

Why Faith And Favoritism Cannot Co-Exist Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Mar 24, 2014

We cannot keep the faith if we show partiality.

Mahatma Ghandi was touched by the gospel when he was young. He hoped that the gospel would free India from its Caste system. He went to a church in his neighborhood and was met at the door, dressed in his humble lower class clothes. He was met by ushers who told him that there were other ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Give Thanks For Who He Is

Contributed by Joel Curry on Nov 25, 2001

We paused as a nation this week to give thanks. Let us give thanks not just for what God has done for us, but for Who He is!

In 1789, our nation’s first President, George Washington, issued the following proclamation: <I>Whereas it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His protection and favor, and Whereas ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Profit Of A Prophet Series

Contributed by Michael Pahls on Sep 10, 2001

Using the accont of Jeremiah’s call explore the role of the prophet in a community of faith and points to Christ as the incarnation of Yahwehs prophetic Word.

Appropriating the Prophetic Word The 21th Sunday in Ordinary Time August 26, 2001 The Profit of a Prophet (To Uproot and Tear Down; To Build and Plant) Jeremiah 1:4-10 4 The word of the LORD came to me, saying, 5 "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart; ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Gentle Restoration

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Jul 1, 2016

The object of all admonition is the restoration of a person at odds with God because of persistent, intentional, defiant, high handed sin. We would warn someone about a physical danger. We also need to warn about spiritual danger.l

Pentecost 7 Year C July 3, 2016 Text Galatians 6:1 Brothers, ( And Sisters ) if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted. Gluttony certainly is not spoken highly of in the Bible. Proverbs 23:2 ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:1

Denomination: Lutheran

Harvest: Haves & Have Nots

Contributed by Emms International on Aug 24, 2016

This is a sermon mainly designed to be used at Harvest in the UK which uses the harvest laws from Deut 24 to think about the God given responsibility that the "haves,", those with more than enough, have to the "have nots," those in real need.

HARVEST AND THE "HAVE'S" AND "HAVE NOTS" "When you reap your harvest in your field and forget a sheaf in the field, you shall not go back to get it. It shall be for the sojourner, the fatherless, and the widow, that the Lord your God may bless you in all the work of your hands. When you beat your ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 24:19-22

Denomination: *other

Why Did Jesus Really Come?

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Jul 1, 2019

The prophet Isaiah foretold some of the most beautiful results of the coming of Jesus.

There is a phrase that you hear more and more this time of year, as we get closer and closer to Christmas. The phrase is ‘the true meaning of Christmas.’ Mostly you hear it used with an unhappy tone as people are missing out on ‘the true meaning of Christmas.’ I’m one of these people who like to ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-4

When Peace Seems So Elusive

Contributed by David Simpson on Aug 30, 2014

Peace seems so elusive for so many people. True, lasting peace is found only in Jesus.

Sermon Lanier Christian Church August 31, 2014 David Simpson When Peace Seems So Elusive Job 3:25-26 25 What I feared has come upon me;
what I dreaded has happened to me. 26 I have no peace, no quietness;
I have no rest, but only turmoil. It seems as if peace is so elusive for so ...read more

Scripture: Job 3:25-26

Denomination: Christian Church

Going Deeper - Defusing Anger Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 23, 2015

This is a deeper study going along with the Sermon Defusing Anger - it is looking at practical ways to deal with anger. This is to be used in a small group. I want to thank Dr. Stanley and Joyce Meyer along with others for the background of this message.

Definition of Anger: It is a strong feeling of intense displeasure, hostility or indignation as a result of a real or imagined threat, insult, frustration or injustice done towards yourself or others important to you. (From Dr. Charles Stanley) Anger is a normal emotion with a wide range of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Nazarene