Sermons on Stiff Necked People:

Why Do Innocent People Suffer?

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jul 13, 2022

Beloved Saints, the attacks on our faith are designed to conform us into the image of God’s Son, making us to become humble servants because they teach us to learn how to apply the truth of God’s word in greater ways to our situations, therefore God's love is without question toward his people.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Habakkuk 1:13) NASB "Your eyes are too pure to approve evil, And You cannot look on wickedness with favor. Why do You look with favor On those who deal treacherously? Why are You silent when the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:13, Job 1:9, John 11:3-6, Isaiah 53:10-12, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Romans 8:22-28, Revelation 13:8, Psalm 34:19, Habakkuk 1:13, Habakkuk 3:17-18, 1 Peter 4:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Some People Have Entertained Angels Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 29, 2021

There are a few people that come to you for help and you would prefer not to help them since you don't have any acquaintance with them or they don't have a place with your congregation, yet you have failed to remember that those individuals might be a heavenly messenger of your life.

There are a few people that come to you for help and you would prefer not to help them since you don't have any acquaintance with them or they don't have a place with your congregation, yet you have failed to remember that those individuals might be a heavenly messenger of your life. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:6, Hebrews 13:2

Forcing People To Be Good, Can It Happen? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 15, 2021

It’s alien to Christ’s life and law of love to force compliance. One cannot and may not try to force sanctity or even basic justice on another.

Sophomore year in high school. We were assigned to study world history at that time, and we were using a Christian textbook, which rightly saw Jesus Christ as the center of all history. We even date years before and after the birth of Christ, even though the time line is about 3 years off what was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15, Mark 12:30-31, Matthew 19:20-22, 1 Timothy 6:8, Genesis 1:25-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

We Are A People-Called To Pray-Now!

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 3, 2020

We are HIS Children and HE desires our hearts. We are called to obey, but the question is, do we? IF: two (2) simple letters and “IF” is a big word. “If only” is a desire that GOD has for HIS Children. IF we would only...No longer is it a matter of "IF", the time is NOW.

2020.05.03 We are a people - Called to pray William Akehurst, HSWC Scriptures: 2Chronicles 7:14; Matthew 6:33; John 14:6; 1 Timothy 2:1-5; Psalm 51:3-4; Psalm 9:1-2; Matthew 6:10; Philippians 4:6-7; Psalm 82:3-4 We are a people called to pray. We are HIS Children and HE desires our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14, Matthew 6:33, John 14:6, 1 Timothy 2:1-5, Psalm 51:3-4, Psalm 9:1-2, Matthew 6:10, Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 82:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There Are No Gray Areas Only Gray People

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 9, 2020

There are no gray areas. The Word has a correct answer for every issue. Issues are only gray when people do not want the full light of God but want to tiptoe on the edges of darkness.

“Abstain from anything that sustains prejudice against the Gospel.” - Dr. Robert Delnay Romans 14:1-15:7 Background Holy – Sanctification, Separation Leviticus 19:2 qadosh Leviticus 20:7 qodesh I Peter 1:15,16 hagios 1 Thessalonians 5:23 hagiazo God is black and white! Light in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-23, Romans 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

What Brings Out The Best In People

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Jun 9, 2020

- I believe some of the greatest stories for this pandemic, is all the outpouring of help & love. - If the virus had not have come, I do not believe people would have noticed others like they do now.

Sermon- What brings out the best in people? - If you’re like me, I like to watch the mystery science shows. They present a mystery & then give you scenarios of what that something could be. They finally end up with showing you what the mystery is. Q- What’s the point of their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Baptist

How Wise People Build Wealth Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jul 2, 2021

The book of Proverbs is Principles from Heaven for Life on Earth. And God gives us some amazing counsel inside the pages of Proverbs on how to handle our money. Money is such a powerful issue in our lives that we must address it.

On January 19, 1901, few knew the future of the Texas economy was about to experience a seismic shift forward. In a matter of days, the oil geyser in little Beaumont, Texas, called Spindletop, produced more oil than the rest of the world’s oil wells – combined. In fact, everything that runs on oil ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:22-28

Denomination: Baptist

Why Has This People Turned Away?

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 11, 2021

Because of senseless sinfulness and foolish sinfulness God's people turned away.

“WHY HAS THIS PEOPLE TURNED AWAY? (Outline) February 16, 2020 - Epiphany 6 - JEREMIAH 8:4-9 INTRO: The Lord’s question for Israel is still fitting for us today: “Why has this people turned away?” Over and over we turn away from the very goodness of God. Theologians define our condition as ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:4-9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Gifts John Gives All People

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 9, 2021

The gifts John give are not normal but useful. He gives the gift of Truth, Repentance, Hope, and anyone can have or receive these gifts.

The Gifts John give all Humanity | Luke 3:7-18 1. John the Baptist he is the one who will prepare the way for the greatest Gift ever given to us. • Matthew and Mark. They say John wore “clothing of camel’s hair with a leather belt around his waist” • In describing John in this way, Matthew and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:7-18

Denomination: Methodist

Helping People Find And Follow Jesus Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Dec 21, 2021

Sermon about the purpose of the Church: Helping People Find and Follow Jesus.

HELPING PEOPLE FIND AND FOLLOW JESUS VARIOUS PASSAGES #HPFFJ2022 INTRODUCTION / SITUATION Before we ring in the New Year of 2022, I would like us to pause and focus on the purpose of our Church. The purpose of Cincinnati Christian Church is to “Help People Find and Follow Jesus.” That is why we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No Enchantment Against God’s People

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 17, 2021

People all over the world are afraid of evil powers and try to placate them. Balaam tells us 3 reasons Christians are invincible to the dark powers: God's predestination of blessing on us, our sins are removed, and God's presence is with us.

NO ENCHANTMENT AGAINST GOD’S PEOPLE Numb. 23:19-23 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: OLD SCHOOL MATH TEACHER ARRESTED 1. A school teacher was arrested at JFK Intl’ Airport as he attempted to board a flight while in possession of a ruler, a protractor, a compass, an ancient wooden device called a ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 23:19-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What God Expects Of His People

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 29, 2016

A plea for revival drawn from the words of Isaiah.

“Is not this the fast that I choose: to loose the bonds of wickedness, to undo the straps of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and to break every yoke? Is it not to share your bread with the hungry and bring the homeless poor into your house; when you see the naked, to cover him, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Day Of Judgement Will Surprise Many People!

Contributed by Robert Webb on Jun 7, 2018

Not everyone who talks about heaven is fit for God’s Kingdom! Jesus is more concerned about our walk than our talk.We must act out of love and if we love the truth we will seek it and walk in it! If we love a lie we have no trouble finding it and it will

The Day of Judgement will surprise many people! Lip service does not impress God. Matthew 7:21 (KJV) 21 Not everyone that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. A superficial religion might satisfy the casual ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Kind Of People God Wants Us To Be Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 30, 2018

God wants us to be people: 1. Who have problems for the right reason. 2. Who remember that God is in control. 3. Who rely on God's help. 4. Who risk caring for other people.

The Kind of People God Wants Us to Be The Book of Acts - Part 62 Acts 18:12-17 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - October 26, 2014 BACKGROUND *In tonight's Scripture, the Apostle Paul was still in the city of Corinth, and some pivotal things had happened. Verse 2 tells us that there ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

What Do People Do In Heaven? Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Jul 14, 2018

Any ability or talent or appearance or power or fame we receive is entirely derivative-an expression of His goodness imputed to us for a short while. Satan wanted worship for himself. Saints seek to bring worship to their God.

And around the throne, twenty four thrones, and on the thrones twenty four elders sitting, clothed in white garments, and on their heads, golden crowns (of victory) And out of the throne came lightnings and voices and thunders, and seven fiery lamps burning before the throne, which are the seven ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:4-11

Denomination: *other