Sermons on Taking Revenge:

Forgiveness

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Jul 8, 2021

Forgiveness from David's perspective

Forgiveness We are always told to forgive. We wonder is it really possible to forgive, all the evil ever done to us. Some things are done to us so vile, evil, hurtful and despicable. Yet, we are told to forgive and we have to do this because we are obedient children and we love our ...read more

The Vine, A Place To Grow

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Aug 29, 2011

This is a message for Junior age campers at an evening vespers service, dealing with Jonah chapter 4 as Jonah waits for God to destroy the wicked city of Nineveh

Jonah chapter 4: The vine-a place to grow Intro: In our last lesson from Chapter 3 of Jonah, we saw Jonah obediently follow God’s call to go to Nineveh and to preach against all the evil that was going on there. Naturally, we remember that it took a storm and a great fish to get Jonah ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Samson: Dealing With Fatal Flaws Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 16, 2018

Samson’s feats are legendary but it’s his flaws that prove to be fatal. His two greatest weaknesses were revenge and romance. In fact, his weakness for women often led him on the road to revenge. He was extremely gifted, but certainly not godly.

8-9-05 Samson: Dealing with Fatal Flaws Judges 13:1-16:31 Today, we’re going to focus on Samson and the fatal flaws in his character and perhaps what we learn will help us to deal with our own fatal flaws. We won’t have the time this morning to hit all the highlights, or lowlights, of his ...read more

Scripture: Judges 13:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Hang Your Judas!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 2, 2001

An exhortation to avoid revenge and forgive.

Don’t Hang Your Judas! Have you ever been betrayed? I don’t mean some friend erred and let something you shared in confidence slip out. I mean stabbed in the back. They not only stabbed you but they twisted the knife and you could hear them chuckling as they did it! I have and I will admit to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:21-25, Romans 12:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

So Why Are Bad Things Happening To Good People? Series

Contributed by Alis Cerrahyan on Jul 9, 2019

Trying to get even with the enemy will turn a simple lesson in humility into a huge humiliation which is never God's plan for us. So the sooner we walk away from our oppressor without any retaliation; the sooner we give God the opportunity to right the wrong.

God created a special place for his beloved children: the garden of Eden where we were meant to have an eternal fellowship with him. He made us after his own image and decorated us with his own attributes such as the ability to think; reason; speak; create; love; increase; experience the many ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:19

David Faithful To God's Calling Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 25, 2023

Don’t be swayed by bad advice from good people. Always be guided by what you know is right.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Saul led 3,000 men against David (1 Samuel 24:2; 26:2). 2. David a man after God’s heart, did not sin against God. David had two opportunities to kill Saul, but followed God’s highest calling. En Gedi cave and Hachilah. “I would not stretch out my hand against the LORD’S ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-22, 1 Samuel 26:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Eye For An Eye Series

Contributed by Alexander Clark on Nov 30, 2012

How hard is it for you to not seek revenge when another person does you wrong? Jesus tells us in Matt.5:38-42 that we are to Love More, Give More, Do More, and Trust More, are you willing to take a stand for the kingdom of God?

Eye for an Eye Matthew 5:38-42 Intro: Review the Sermon on the Mount Revenge = Getting even Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42 38 “You have heard that it was said, ‘Eye for eye, and tooth for tooth.’39 But I tell you, do not resist an evil person. If anyone slaps you on the right ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Church Of God

Jesus Takes Away Unforgiveness Series

Contributed by Andy Moyle on Feb 24, 2016

Unforgiveness is like a prison, where you do time for someone else's crime. Don't let it spoil your joy and your life.

Last in the series of Jesus takes away - looking at some of the messes Jesus cleans up in our lives. Today's is a biggie - unforgiveness Unforgiveness is choosing to stay trapped in a jail cell of bitterness, serving time for someone else’s crime Unforgiveness is like drinking poison ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:23-35

Denomination: Charismatic

Taking One For The Team

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 16, 2009

The greatest love is to love others sacrificially.

Title: Taking One for the Team Text: John 15:9-17 Thesis: The greatest love is to love others sacrificially. Introduction Colorado is a hotbed for interesting and sometimes “off-the-wall” news articles. Last September 30th Trevor Wikre, an offensive guard for the Mesa State Mavericks. Mesa ...read more

Scripture: John 15:9-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus Takes The Plunge

Contributed by Troy Borst on May 19, 2009

Interactive Sermon for kids about Jesus’ baptism

INTERACTIVE CHILDREN’S SERMON: Matthew 3:13-17 [used with a power point presentation] INTRODUCTORY QUESTIONS Today we will be talking a lot about water. What do you know about water? Today we will be talking a lot about water and us. What kinds of things do you like to do in water? Today we will ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Taking The Narrow Road Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 24, 2009

The gate you take determines your fate, therefore keep it straight before it’s too late!

Taking the Narrow Road Matthew 7:13-14 Rev. Brian Bill 5/24/09 “One Way” (www.worshiphousemedia.com) In 2008, The Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life conducted an unusually detailed study of faith in America. According to Luis Lugo, the director of the Pew Forum, Americans “are very open. In ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Renovation: It Takes Change Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Jun 8, 2009

A 5 week series on the book of Philippians that parallels a renovation project in the church. This message deals with the kind of change that has to happen for us to be revived.

Renovations: Making it New Again Pt 4 – It Takes Change Philippians 3:1-16 We started last week talking about renovations. The definition of the word is simple: 1. To restore to an earlier condition, as by repairing or remodeling. 2. To impart new vigor; to revive. In Chapter 1 we looked at the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-18

Denomination: *other

Take My Son

Contributed by Edward Tatro on Jan 24, 2010

Who will take the son?

Who Will Take the Son? May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, my strength and my redeemer. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. My Brothers and Sisters I would like to tell you a little story; a story about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:42

Denomination: Anglican

Taking Salvation For Granted

Contributed by Larry Wise on Jan 24, 2010

A message designed to fremind Christians of the great salvation we have.

Taking Salvation For Granted I Peter 1:10-12 Most of us take things for granted. As much as kids hate it when we say things like this…let’s think back: Do we realize that there was a time BEFORE air-conditioning and automatic transmissions in cars; self-defrosting freezers in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Taking Advantage Of God

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 22, 2010

When we think of someone taking advantage of someone else, we often think of this is negative terms. Our thoughts often go to one person getting over on another person in one way or another. In contrast, this passage of Scripture affords us an opportuni

TAKING ADVANTAGE OF GOD 2 Peter 1:3-11 His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness. 4 Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-11

Denomination: Baptist