Sermons on The Right Atmosphere:

Betrayed But Not Bitter


Contributed by Dr. Jwt Spies on Aug 7, 2021

How to follow God even though you have been betrayed.

In our text this morning in John 13 deals with the issue of betrayal. With a kiss, Judas betrayed Jesus. The thing that makes betrayal so painful is that by its very nature it comes from someone you trust, someone you believe in and have confidence in. In fact, what I have learned is the closer you ...read more

Scripture: John 13:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

Judgment Please, Hold The Mercy - James 2:8-13 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 28, 2021

Showing mercy means giving people what they need rather than what they deserve. This message will help you enjoy receiving God’s mercy every day and will motivate you to show mercy to others—especially in your thoughts toward people.

James 2:8 If you really keep the royal law found in Scripture, “Love your neighbor as yourself,” you are doing right. 9 But if you show favoritism, you sin and are convicted by the law as lawbreakers. 10 For whoever keeps the whole law and yet stumbles at just one point is guilty of breaking all of ...read more

Scripture: James 2:8-13

How To Become An Encourager

Contributed by Dana Chau on May 12, 2002

Discover how we can encourage others to be and to do what God wants them to be and to do

Let me begin by reading an email, titled, "What My Mother Taught Me," My mother taught me RELIGION: When I spilled grape juice on the carpet, she instructed, "You better pray the stain will come out of the carpet." My mother taught me LOGIC: From her decisive words, "Because I said so, ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25, Philemon 1:25

Denomination: *other

That You May Know

Contributed by Ed Taylor on May 24, 2002

Paul’s prayers are wonderful.

OPEN YOUR BIBLES TO LUKE 11:1 and EPHESIANS 1 1. In Luke’s gospel, LUKE records for us a time when the disciples had a important question. a. They were struggling with an issue. They were unsure… b. How are we supposed to pray? Read passage… 2. Prayer has been a topic of discussion for many ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:9-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

7 Ways To Serve One Another Series

Contributed by Jim Luthy on Dec 12, 2001

So how do we rightly relate to one another in our small groups? I have found there is no reason to "reinvent the wheel" in responding to this question. Dietrich Bonhoeffer, in his classic work, Life Together, explains 7 ways to serve your small group.

Last week, I used an illustration to show that Jesus should be the center of our small group meetings. He is the real leader of the small group. He is alive. He comes to us in the person of the Holy Spirit. And he is Lord. But lying underneath this goal of our gathering is the reality that we ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 50:19-21, 1 John 3:18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Aura Of Fear

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jun 22, 2002

We look at fear and the attitudes fear breeds.Fear is a type of doubt.

THE AURA OF FEAR By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 2 Timothy 1:7 For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of POWER, and of LOVE, and of a SOUND MIND. 2 Timothy 2:20 If any man therefore PURGE HIMSELF FROM THESE, he shall be a vessel unto honor, sanctified, and meet for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:20, 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

He Works Through Wonder.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jan 27, 2001

Year C Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany February 4th, 2001

Year C Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany February 4th, 2001 Lord of the Lake Lutheran Church Web page http://lordofthelake.org By The Rev. Jerry Morrissey, Esq., Pastor E-mail pastor@southshore.com Heavenly Father, thank you for the Wonder of your ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Wisdom Is The Intermediary.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Jun 2, 2001

Year C. The Holy Trinity Sunday Proverbs 8: 22-31 June 10th, 2001 Title: “Wisdom is the intermediary.”

Year C. The Holy Trinity Sunday Proverbs 8: 22-31 June 10th, 2001 Title: “Wisdom is the intermediary.” If Genesis 1-4 contains two “creation narratives, Proverbs 8: 22-31 contains a pre-creation narrative. It sings the praises of Wisdom by answering ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:22-31

Denomination: Lutheran

The Temple Of Power - 3:16 And Us Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 3, 2005

When we meet together in worship of Jesus, this passage tells us we are a temple of God and that God’s Spirit dwells in our presence. How do we take hold of that power and how do we avoid damaging it?

OPEN: A man was stranded on a deserted Pacific island for years. But one day he saw a boat coming into sight, and he waved frantically … eventually he caught the skipper’s attention. The boat came near the island and the sailor got out and greeted the stranded man. They talked for a bit… and as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Victory In The Valley Of The Shadow Of Death

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 12, 2005

As cool and good as the valley, it is a place where terrible animals are found.

PSALM 23:4 “ Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; for thou art with me; thy rod and they staff, they comfort me.” Valley Deep hollow between mountains; a low land flanked on both sides by high lands. It always has deep waters, streams, and wells ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

To Tame The Tongue Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Aug 28, 2005

7th message on James. The ability to control the tongue is a test of character for all Christians. James concern is to tame the tongue, a small organ that can indicate the temperature of your soul.

Winston Churchill rallied the Free World against the threat of totalitarianism by the power of his speech. During those same days, Adolph Hitler, mesmerized the German nation with his oratorical skill, and led the Axis war machine to enslave much of Europe. Churchill and Hitler demonstrate the ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Narnia: The Joys Of Turkish Delight Series

Contributed by David Selleck on Nov 17, 2005

Turkish Delight creates addiction and represents temptation and sin from which we need redemption.

Narnia II Dec 4, 2005 Template for worship planning David Selleck Lakeside United Methodist, Muskegon, Michign Felt Need: How is sin similar or different in Narnia, than what we deal with in our daily lives. Hoped for Results: Each person would receive the awareness that, anything that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Carpe Diem

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Oct 18, 2004

Carpe diem, seizing the opportunities of this day, is a great piece of advice. We human beings only have a precious little time which God grants to us here on planet earth. We should be putting that time to good use.

THE WINDOW Bible Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC ----------------- October 3, 2004 ----------------- While he was clinging to Peter and John, all the people ran together to them at the so-called portico of Solomon, full of amazement. 12But when Peter saw this, he ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-26

Denomination: United Methodist

He Prays For Our Unity Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Mar 10, 2005

Jesus looked far into the future and prayed for us, that we would be unified as believers. In a world of thousands of denominations we must do what we can to promote this unity.

Who Is This Jesus? 16. He Prays for our Unity John 17 Don Jaques March 5/6, 2005 MAIN IDEA: Jesus looked far into the future and prayed for us, that we would be unified as believers. In a world of thousands of denominations we must do what we can to promote this unity. OBJECTIVES: The audience ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Heart To Build - A Man After God's Own Heart Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 18, 2005

God told David He didn’t want him building a Temple for Him. It’s possible to build a building God doesn’t want. Do you know what makes the difference between what He wants and what He doesn’t?

OPEN: According to a story in R.Digest from several years ago, a great emperor named Shah Jahan once built an absolutely beautiful structure in memory of his wife of 19 years who died while bearing their 14th child. When she died, Shah Jahan left his wife’s deathbed and went straight to his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 7:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ