Sermons on Social Problems:

Jacob-The "Dinah Jacobs” Story Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Apr 28, 2022

Jacob's daughter Dinah is only mentioned in a few places in Scripture. This story shows how one decision can lead to a whole lot of problems.

Introduction: Remember the old TV Western, “Wagon Train’? Every episode was called “the So-and-So story”, featuring one character who had some kind of impact or another on the wagon train’s journey to California or wherever. Sometimes the “guest” would impact one of the train’s leaders, too—but ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 34:1-31, Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Baptist

The Wet Blanket Of Discouragement (#2)

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 5, 2015

Discouragement and depression can be real enemies of progress. In this series we reason about the diagnosis of a problem and develop an attitude of correction. Just let me die here.

BEWARE OF THE WET BLANKET... OF DISCOURAGEMENT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part #2 I. I AM NOT HAPPY HERE? A. HAYDEN PLANETARIUM ran several advertisement in different news paper. The ad invited people to submit applications for those that would like to be the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 19:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Doubting Ahaz Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 18, 2016

The problem is not that God will not give a sign, but that we are afraid of seeing one. The implications for how we have been living and how we must live are too unnerving.

Isaiah 7:1-12 Doubting Ahaz 12/3/00e D. Marion Clark Introduction We are in one of the rare sections of Isaiah that is an actual historical recount. Most of the book is made up of Isaiah’s actual prophecy. It takes a bit of study to figure out the context of much of the prophecy. It is ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus, Our Priest And Peer Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 19, 2016

Life’s problems may overwhelm us, but we have the ultimate Friend in high places, Jesus, who is both our High Priest and Peer.

Jesus, Our Priest and Peer (Hebrews 4:14-16) 1. There I was is sitting at the malt counter, looking at my malted shake when a large, trouble-making biker steps up next to me, grabs my malt and drinks it down "Well, whatcha gonna do about it?" he says, menacingly, as I burst into tears. "Come on, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:14-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Is Bigger Than You Think

Contributed by Harold Wanton on Mar 26, 2016

sometimes lifes situations can make it seem like God is not enough to handle it. David see's God bigger than any problem we face.

This Psalm of David is considered a spalm of praise. There are different types of psalms. Two I will give you. a) Psalm of Lament; Is when the writer will put a complaint before God because of some kind of situation where they might need God's assistance. b) Psalm of praise; Is when the writer ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:3, Psalm 34:1-14

Denomination: Apostolic

Part #2 Ready, Watching, Vigilant (Think Ahead)

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 11, 2016

What message are we really sending to those around us. Could we be leaning on a bruised reed? This problem might reveal a real weakness within the heart?

READY, WATCHING, VIGILANT--- Think ahead. PART #2 By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com DO WE UNDERSTAND IT OFTEN TIMES IS EASIER TO START A FIRE THAN IT IS TO KEEP THE FIRE BURNING? You have to be vigilant to keep the home fires burning. 1 Corinthians 14:8 For if the trumpet give an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Can We Learn From The Example Of The Ninevites?

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jan 5, 2018

We get implicit and explicit warnings: from our own bodies warning us of problems and from our doctors warning us about unhealthy habits.

3B RUTH FROM OMAHA SAID: AT A RECENT WEDDING I attended, the groom and groomsmen stood at the altar in eager anticipation of the bride's arrival. My three-year-old niece, sitting next to me, was also filled with anticipation. Pointing to the men, she shouted, “I wonder which one she'll ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 3:1-10, 1 Corinthians 7:29-31, Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Catholic

Be Still And Know

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 27, 2023

It is against human nature to stand still when trials, problems and panic attacks are crushing us. Faith says I will trust God's plans.

BE STILL --- STAND STILL --- STAND FIRM By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) (Two part lesson) STAND STILL: waiting patiently, a condition or situation with no movement, not give up, hold on, continue, no rush, to be patient. DO WE REALLY TRUST GOD KNOWS HOW ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:9, Numbers 11:5, Romans 8:15, Exodus 14:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Cares For You Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Apr 8, 2023

The world is full of problems, hurts and pains. God cares for you. Jesus loves you and remembers you. He reaches out with compassion and grace. Happy Easter.

Easter 2023 Text: Mathew 28:1-20 Theme: God cares for you Greetings: The Lord is good and his endures forever. Happy Easter! Happy resurrection day!! Introduction: From Matthew 28:1-20, I would like to share with you three lessons on this day of the resurrection of Christ under the theme of GOD ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

Stop Worrying About... Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Oct 18, 2023

in this conversation we will unpack #1 - the problem of worry # 2 the way 'out of' worry (using the phrase 'stop it' as an acrostic)

Stop Worrying About... Dismiss Grove KIDZ 2000 years ago on the hillside overlooking the Sea of Galilee, Jesus preached the greatest sermon ever preached. NOW - over the years we have known it as, The Sermon On The...... Mount. AND WHAT - this message basically is, is Jesus’ Kingdom Manifesto. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When You Can’t Draw Near - Mark 7:1-13 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 23, 2023

Legalism is an insidious problem because it allows your heart to drift far from God while making you think you’re doing great spiritually.

Mark 7:1 The Pharisees and some of the teachers of the law who had come from Jerusalem gathered around Jesus and 2 saw some of his disciples eating food with hands that were “unclean,” that is, unwashed. 3 (The Pharisees and all the Jews do not eat unless they give their hands a ceremonial ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-13, Matthew 15:1-9

Love Is Not An Entitlement. Hence Give Thanks Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Nov 11, 2019

The sense of entitlement is one of the major problems Christians suffer with. Knowledge can enhance this sense of entitlement. We need to turn it around to an attitude of Thanksgiving instead

Love is not an Entitlement: Hence Let us Give Thanks You are gathered here to learn about the Legal requirements for NGOs and Churches. Understanding and abiding to the Legal requirements are essential for our organisations. They keep us out of trouble and helps us to focus on fulfilling our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, Philippians 2:5-8, Matthew 20:1-15, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Numbers 11:4-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You "Making Excuses Or Making It Happen?" Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Apr 25, 2018

Story of two people with the same problem, one was not seeking an encounter with Jesus and the other was seeking Jesus out. Both were healed after a close encounter with Christ

Today I want us to look at two different people and two very different encounters with Jesus. As we look at these two people and how they encountered Jesus we should think of how we encounter Jesus. When Jesus is in our midst do we tend to make excuses or do we reach out to Him and make it ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-9, Mark 5:25-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sticking With God's Plan And Purpose

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Apr 26, 2011

Here we find a troubling passage in which Jesus is driving the money-changers and their customers out of the Temple. What was the problem, and do we still do it today?

Passage: Matthew 21:12-17 Intro: This is a story that we are a little uncomfortable with. 1. because we are a little bit taken aback by the strength of Jesus’ behavior. 2. He is knocking over tables and chairs, hitting people with a whip. 3. if we would be honest, we would almost ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Living In The Last Days (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Dec 7, 2014

We are living in a day and time when people are more concerned about their selves than they are others. Selfishness is the root of many of our society’s and personal problems.

2 Timothy 3:1-5-But know this, that in the last days perilous times will come: For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, unloving, unforgiving, slanderers, without self-control, brutal, despisers of good, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist