Sermons on Society Traps:

The Devastating Impact Of Domestic Abuse On Family . Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 5, 2024

Domestic abuse and regret can weigh heavily on a home, stifling its potential for joy and harmony.

Today, let me address a painful reality that affects far too many families. Domestic abuse and regret can weigh heavily on a home, stifling its potential for joy and harmony. But I come to you with a message of hope: God sees, God hears, and God heals. Domestic abuse is a pervasive issue that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, Psalm 11:5, Colossians 3:19

Keep It Simple When Answering Critics Of Our Christian Faith Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 20, 2019

Jesus taught a simple solution to convoluted criticisms hurled at Christians. Instead of getting bogged down in futile, endless arguments, why not implement His Formula which works so effectively! Stay tuned!

GOOD NEWS PRESENTED BY MARK Study of the Gospel According to Mark As you read Mark, be aware that you are reading the very first written account of the ministry of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:13-34

The Hedge Of Protection

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 17, 2022

Solomon is considered to be one of, if not the smartest man who ever walked on this earth. When a man like this gives advice, it might be smart for us to listen to him. In this verse of scripture he reveals two things:

(1) He talks about how traps that people set for each other often trap those who set them. Illus: Have you ever set a rat trap and had it snap and catch your finger? Illus: A good example of setting a trap and getting caught in it is found in the Book of Esther, where wicked Haman was hanged on ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 10:8

Denomination: Baptist

Army Or Arena Series

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Apr 19, 2009

Hosea apparently interrupts a feast (possibly Passover) in order to say that loyalty and faithfulness are vital to authentic living/worship.

Army and Arena Text: Hosea 9:1-9 In The 24-Hour Christian, Pastor Earl Palmer warns that people, in general, flock to any proof of power. “Political tyrants always use the army and the arena, the power of the sword and the circus.” (p. 47) This is as true in the church as it is in the political ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 9:1-9

Denomination: *other

Judging - The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jul 18, 2005

First in two-part series on judging, this message based on Matthew 7:1-5.

Judging - The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly. Matthew 7:1-5 July 10, 2005 Introduction Have you ever had someone say to you, "Stop being so judgmental"? I have, a number of times, and generally a not-so-pleasant conversation begins. Jesus commanded his followers to impact the world for him, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Wesleyan

Keys To Unlocking The Harvest

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Oct 26, 2008

Jesus states that the harvest is ready, and that He has called workers to go into the fielsto reap the harvest.

TITLE: Understanding the Harvest TEXT: Matthew 9:35-38 THEME: KEYS TO AN ABUNDANT HARVEST P.S. INTRODUCTION: “My name is Ralph, and I am NOT a Farmer.” This was brought so clearly home, while pastoring my first church, in Gracefield Quebec. My congregation was made up of dairy and beef farmers, who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Pentecostal

Increase Our Faith!

Contributed by Edward Frey on Oct 19, 2001

Faith -- great or small -- is a gift from Christ, and can do amazing things, like remaining steadfast and offering forgiveness.

INCREASE OUR FAITH! “You just gotta have faith.” That’s a popular sentiment in our society. By and large, people believe that faith is an important virtue worth having. The problem is that we get so caught up in determining what faith is, and if we have enough of it. This is nothing new. Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Wrestling With Loneliness Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Oct 14, 2008

Both the pervasiveness and pain of loneliness is well known and documented. But what does the Bible and the Church have to say and do about it? Bottom line: loneliness can only e overcome through intimate relationships with Jesus and other people.

WRESTLING WITH LONELINESS Part 2 in Series: “Does Anybody Know, Does Anybody Care?” Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, Sunday October 5, 2008 AM INTRODUCTION: Paul McCartney famously sings: “All the lonely people, Where do they all come from, All the lonely people, Where do they ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:9-22

Denomination: Baptist

You Are More Than Your Possessions SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Oct 25, 2023

What you own is not who you are.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters in Christ. As we gather here today, in this sacred space, under the watchful gaze of our Heavenly Father, we are called to reflect, to ponder, and to meditate on a question that is as old as humanity itself, yet often overlooked in our fast-paced, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-10

Topics: What Defines You?

"Let God Be First"

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jun 12, 2003

Seek ye first the kingdom of God.

“Let God be First” Matt. 6:33 & Col. 3:24 Matthew 6:33 says “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” Let God be First. We as a people have not taken this statement to heart. We have pushed God so far back in the operating ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:24, Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Apostolic

Let God Be First

Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 25, 2009

Sermon teaching people that in all things we should put God first.

Matthew 6:33 says “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.” Col 3:24; 24 Knowing that of the Lord ye shall receive the reward of the inheritance: for ye serve the Lord Christ. Let God be First. We as a people have not taken this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go, Your Faith Has Saved You

Contributed by Simon Rundell on Jan 19, 2001

Prayer: it works.

“Go, your faith has saved you” Given at St John the Evangelist, Rishworth and Christ Church, Barkisland, West Yorkshire, England, 29th October 2000 In the name of the living God, +Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Once upon a time (and doesn’t it fill you with dread when a sermon begins with ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Big Lie Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Nov 12, 2004

Christians must consciously fight Satan’s Big Lie.

The Big Lie Cornwall October 30, 2004 How many of you have never, ever, lied? The reality is that lying is something our society takes for granted. We, recently, had an election campaign, and we, as the voters, understand that political candidates lie. We expect that at least some of what they ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faith Believes The "Hard Teachings"

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 11, 2008

Pentecost 14(B) - Faith believes the "hard teachings" of Scripture. Many decide to reject Christ and his word. God’s Spirit gives life through Christ’s words.

FAITH BELIEVES THE “HARD TEACHINGS” (Outline) August 17 2008 -- PENTECOST 14 -- John 6:60-69 INTRO: One basic meaning for the word faith = trust. Everyone has faith in regards to the word trust. Each and every day people trust that certain things are going to happen. This is faith in ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-69

Denomination: Lutheran

Flip The Switch Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jun 4, 2002

Living as children of light

Flip the Switch – Eph. 5:3-20 Steve Simala Grant – Nov. 3/4, 2001 Intro: (Sun) Making decisions in the dark can lead to some regrettable consequences. Back in the days before electricity, a tightfisted old farmer was taking his hired man to task for carrying a lighted lantern when he went to call ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-20

Denomination: Baptist