Sermons on Tenderness And Compassion:

The Power Of Forgiveness

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 30, 2021

God forgives us our sins, and He commands us to always forgive those that offend us in any way of the other. When we do, we have a lot of blessings to enjoy.

THE POWER OF FORGIVENESS Study Text: Matthew 6:12 - 15 Introduction: - It is impossible as human beings to avoid offending others and being offended by others, when we are still alive. And, while we do not have the ability to control how others feel or act when offended, we do have free will over ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-15

Denomination: Pentecostal

Forgiving Difficult People Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Oct 30, 2021

Jesus taught about dealing with difficult people. He stressed how we should not run away from our problems, or fight back against opposition, but that we should persist with people, so we can one day win them to faith in Christ.

There is nothing easy about the world in which we live. This is a world full of people, and if we are going to succeed in life, or be effective at sharing the gospel, we must learn how to deal with people, especially those who are difficult; and we must learn to love them no matter how they treat ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Baptist

Mercy Over Judgment Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Learning to extend mercy to others as God has shown us mercy through Christ, and understanding that true justice is always accompanied by mercy.

Today, we're going to talk about mercy. It's that thing where someone shows you kindness even when you don't deserve it. So, let's dive right in! First, let's look at a story from the Bible. In Luke 13:10-17, Jesus is teaching in a synagogue on the Sabbath, and He sees this woman who's been ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Topics: Compassion, Forgiveness, Humanity, Kindness

The Mission Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Develop a daily discipline of noticing others, praying for their needs, and taking action to show them they matter.

Today, we're going to talk about how we can make a difference in the lives of others. Sometimes we get so caught up in our own lives that we forget about the people around us. But Jesus wants us to notice others and show them that they matter. So, let's dive into this topic and see how we can make ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:10-11, Matthew 25:37-40

Topics: Compassion, Empathy, Altruism, Humanity

He Threw A Party Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Sometimes the biggest gap is between family members. God teaches us about bridge building through Jesus’ story of the prodigal son. We should offer grace to those we have broken relationships with and celebrate when those relationships are restored.

Today, we're talking about family drama. You know, those fights with your siblings or disagreements with your parents. We're going to learn from a story Jesus told about a son who messed up big time, but his dad threw a party when he came back home. We're talking about offering grace to those we've ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Topics: Forgiveness, Reconciliation, Compassion, Empathy

Awareness Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

The key to living a generous life is increasing our awareness of the needs around us and taking action to meet those needs.

We all want to live our best life, right? But sometimes, we get tricked by stuff that promises to make us happy but doesn't. Today, I've got something that can really make a difference - generosity. It's not some magic trick, but it can bring real joy, satisfaction, and make a difference that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-34, Romans 12:2

Topics: Altruism, Mindfulness, Philanthropy, Compassion

Común + Pasión = Compasión

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 6, 2022

Común + Pasión = Compasión

Común + Pasión = Compasión Sagrada Escritura Lucas 10:25-37 Reflexión Queridos amigos, Hoy tenemos el pasaje evangélico con un rico significado para nuestra vida. Jesucristo comienza la parábola diciendo acerca de una persona. Es interesante notar que en la ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Other

Common + Passion = Habag

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Oct 6, 2022

Common + Passion = Habag

Common + Passion = Habag Banal na Kasulatan Lucas 10:25-37 Pagninilay mahal na mga kaibigan, Ngayon ay mayroon tayong talata ng ebanghelyo na may mayamang kahulugan para sa ating buhay. Sinimulan ni Jesucristo ang talinghaga sa pagsasabi tungkol sa isang tao. Nakatutuwang pansinin na sa ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Other

"any Samaritans Among Us?"

Contributed by Darrell Campbell on Aug 24, 2022

You can love people and not be a Christian, but can you be a Christian and not exercise love?

An expert in Jewish Law asked Jesus a question about eternal life. We have no indication that the question wasn't sincere. Eternal Life was more than a duration, but the quality, even the rewards of it. The lawyer was correct in his answer to Jesus, at least textbook, but the man got it all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

Belonging At The King's Table Series

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Sep 14, 2022

I love this story! It’s a story of incredible, undeserved kindness. We live in a harsh world, and while there are stories of kindness out there, it’s far too uncommon. The world will show kindness to its own, but we are called to show kindness to anyone and everyone, even our enemies. But why?

1. Mephibosheth Who was Mephiboshet? —Background: II Sam. 4:4 —He was a cripple. Our culture has changed certain words, such as “lame” or “dumb.” Mephibosheth was a cripple, that is, he was lame. —He was Jonathan’s son. As you’ll recall, Jonathan was David’s best friend. He deserved death, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Fifteenth Sunday In Ordinary Time

Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 31, 2022

I can’t help but think it was Mother Teresa’s having to suffer the loss of her father, who was murdered when she was a child, that directed her to a life of mercy.

Jesus is asked 183 questions of which he only answers 3. The expert asked a question wanting to test Jesus and he got an answer. But in the story about the Good Samaritan, Jesus is testing him—and us. The man beaten and robbed was going from Jerusalem to Jericho. So were the priest and Levite, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Catholic

Turn To God When You Hurt For Others Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Nov 12, 2021

The four sermons in this series will be in the prophets. Our theme verse is Isaiah 45:22 ESV “Turn to me and be saved, all the ends of the earth! For I am God, and there is no other.”

Turn To God When You Hurt For Others Amos 5 & 6 Introduction In all of the things we struggle with in life, God is constantly calling us to turn to Him for help, strength, love, and grace. We often seek to fix our problems in our own skill and ability. We say we believe in a sovereign God ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preaching From Philippians #4

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Dec 28, 2021

In Chapter one, Paul let these Christians in Philippi know that he wanted to come to them, but couldn’t because he was in jail.

He also wanted them to know that his being in jail might bring about his death, but if it did, they were not to let it shake their faith in the Lord Jesus. He did not want them to feel sorry for him or for themselves, because Paul let it be known that for him “TO LIVE IS CHRIST AND TO DIE IS ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Preaching From Philippians #7

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 31, 2022

As we look at the life of the apostle Paul in this passage of scripture, we see that he is in jail.

Illus: A man that was in prison was asked, “What is the worst thing about prison?” He said, “The worst thing about prison is that you are here and everybody that you love and care for are out there!” Paul knew exactly what this man was talking about. He was in prison and those that he loved and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 23 - In God's Presence Lesson 1 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 9, 2024

Praying the 23rd Psalm.

PRAYING THE 23rd PSALM Because You are my Shepherd I commit my needs to You. Provide green pasture for me to rest in, And still waters to quench my thirst. Restore my soul when I am empty, And lead me in right paths for Your name’s sake. Be with me in danger when I walk, Through the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist