Sermons on Societal Dissipation:

The Power Of Hatred Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 29, 2005

Love and hate run deeply in our hearts, even co-existing. But unrestrained hatred can bring suffering to both those hated and the one hating.

The Power of Hatred (Esther 2:21-4:3) 1. I love preaching and teaching through the Book of Esther. 2. If you were not here last week, you missed a lot. 3. Let me review: Esther takes place between Ezra 6 and 7; during the era of the Medo-Persian Empire; nowadays, we would call it the Iranian ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Displacing Destructive And Devilish Attitudes With Christlike Attitudes

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 19, 2004

One hundred contrasts between destructive and constructive attitudes

Displacing Destructive and Devilish Attitudes with Christlike Attitudes (Eph. 4:20-32) "Putting off what is evil and putting on what is good." Illustration: I once heard a preacher say, "The opposite of love is not hate--it’s self!" That surprising statement reminded me of 2 Timothy 3:1-4, where ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:20-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Ready Or Not Here I Come

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Nov 27, 2006

A sermn for the 1st Sunday in Advent

1st Sunday in Advent Luke 21: 25-36 Sermon "Ready or Not -- Here I Come" Luke 21 25* “And there will be signs in sun and moon and stars, and upon the earth distress of nations in perplexity at the roaring of the sea and the waves, 26* men fainting with fear and with foreboding of what is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Your Redemption Draweth Nigh

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 4, 2006

If our religion is going to be more than just performing of obligations we have to ask some hard questions.

"There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars, and on the earth distress among nations confused by the roaring of the sea and the waves. People will faint from fear and foreboding of what is coming upon the world, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. Then they will see ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: United Methodist

With Jesus In The School Of Social Change

Contributed by John Roy on Oct 26, 2016

Change, if the world is not the way it needs to be---what is our response

One of the pressing questions of our day, or any day, is how do we make lasting social change which reflects the values of God’s Kingdom. The short answer for many is the ballot box. Yet there are plenty of issues which demand more nuance than legislation. From the Temperance movement of the 1820’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: *other

People Who Want To Get Rich

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 8, 2013

To show the consequences of what will happen if you want to get rich by yourself and not by GOD.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you want to get rich? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the consequences of what will happen if you want to get rich by yourself and not by GOD. IV. TEXT: 1 Timothy 6:9 (Amplified Bible) 6:9 But those who crave to be rich fall into temptation and a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

I Am The Way, And The Truth, And The Life Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Aug 11, 2024

The disciples faced profound fear and confusion as they contemplated life without Jesus' physical presence, but Christ assured them—and us—that He is the way, the truth, and the life.

I am the Way, Truth, and the Life John 12:12-36, 13:31-14:4, 14:5-7, 14:8-14 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 I recently adopted a kitten, and although my wife and I felt an instant attachment to the young feline, I couldn’t help but imagine how difficult the experience ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-36, John 14:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Our Thought Life

Contributed by Steven Devroy on Mar 13, 2024

God wants to do a deep work on our character and He accomplishes this through changing the way that we think.

Where do we go in order to develop character in our lives? You may have noticed that our world is simply obsessed with the outward appearance. Everywhere you turn you see advertisements for products that will make you look younger, make your skin shine, cream that will take out all your wrinkles, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When The Son Of Man Appears

Contributed by Rick Bezanson on Oct 26, 2007

Jesus makes three points regarding the end of time: we should not be focused on this world, that his return is universal…it includes all people, and that we need to be alert at all times.

In Luke chapter twenty-one, verse twenty-five to thirty-six Jesus makes three points regarding the end of time: we should not be focused on this world, that his return is universal…it includes all people, and that we need to be alert at all times. First Jesus says,” Do not let your hearts be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:25-36

Denomination: Lutheran

Who Stands In Awe Is Blessed

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 4, 2014

When we put our trust in the righteous LORD we shall not lose our reward.

WHO STANDS IN AWE IS BLESSED. Psalm 112:1-10. Like its immediate predecessor, PSALM 112 is an acrostic poem, using the 22 letters of the Hebrew alphabet in order as the opening letter of each line. PSALM 112:1 can best be represented in English by: “Alleluia. Blessed is the man…” The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 112:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Widow With Nothing But Empty Vessels

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 18, 2009

This message is intended to encourage the body of christ in these trying times.

Introduction: God wants to fill your emptiness with the oil of His Holy Presence. The Widow in our text, was empty. She was without a husband. She was broke and broken. Her finances had vanished. She had no bread and no bread winner. She had no employement or opportunity to be employed. However; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Of The Father

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Aug 26, 2024

We can learn much from the parable of the ‘prodigal son.’ We learn from the ‘prodigal,’ the elder brother, and about the heart of Father God.

“The Heart of the Father” Luke 15:11-32 We can learn much from the parable of the ‘prodigal son.’ We learn from the ‘prodigal,’ the elder brother, and about the heart of Father God. 1. Things we know about the heart of Father God • "I will seek what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Foursquare

What Is Sinful?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Aug 29, 2023

A question that I get from time to time: How do you determine what is sinful? Jesus' answer is it is sinful if it violates either of the Two Great Commandments

What is Sinful? John 15:18-16:4a Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz John 15:18 “If the world hates you, you know that it has hated Me before it hated you. 19 “If you were of the world, the world would love its own; but because you are not of the world, but I chose you out of the world, because of this ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

The Christian Citizen: Considerations In The Voting Booth

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Mar 1, 2025

we are required to vote

We are just weeks away from the presidential election, and I know there are many of you who agree with me that I wish it were already over! But it is not, and I fear it is likely to get far worse in tone and tawdriness until election day. For many reasons, this is one of the most important ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:10, Romans 12:13, Matthew 5:39, Luke 6:31, Matthew 5:1-12, Luke 16:8, Luke 6:44, James 2:14-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Episcopal

When God Breaks His Own Command PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the story of Hosea and Gomer in the Bible, emphasizing God's boundless forgiveness and grace, symbolized through Hosea's marriage to Gomer, and how we can apply these lessons in our daily lives.

Good morning, family! Today, we'll dive into the prophetic book of Hosea, specifically Hosea 1:1-3, and explore God's command, the symbolism of Gomer, God's forgiveness, and the saving grace of His unconditional love. We'll be reminded, as the great Christian author, Philip Yancey, once said, ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 1:1-3

Topics: Love, Forgiveness, Grace