Sermons on The Rule Of Abimelech:

Jesus Back Before Pilate Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Apr 3, 2023

Jesus has become a political liability, so He becomes a political pawn. With ruthless, satanic reasoning, Pilate released a murder and sentenced the innocent Jesus to death by crucifixion.

LUKE 23: 13-17-25 [JESUS’ LAST DAY SERIES] JESUS BACK BEFORE PILATE [JESUS IS SENTENCED TO DEATH] [Mark 15:6-11, 16-20; John 19:1-6] Jesus has been accused of treason by the leaders of His own people. Pilate regards Jesus as having done nothing worthy of death. He thought perhaps that the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:13-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Glories Of The Messiah.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 13, 2024

This is a song about love: but principally about the love of Christ and the Church (cf. Ephesians 5:32).

THE GLORIES OF THE MESSIAH. Psalm 45:1-6. The Psalmist wrote of things beyond his natural knowledge. As a prophet, he sought diligently and inquired after the grace that was to come (1 Peter 1:10). Then he spoke and wrote as the Spirit of God led him (2 Peter 1:21). I). Psalm 45:1-2. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 45:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming Temptations Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 17, 2022

Solomon's downfall began when he married the daughter of the Egyptian Pharaoh to seal a political alliance. He could not control his lust. Among Solomon's 700 wives and 300 concubines were many foreigners, which angered God.

Overcoming Temptations King Solomon was the wisest man ever and also one of the most foolish. God gifted him with unsurpassed wisdom, which Solomon squandered by disobeying God's commandments. Solomon's most notable achievements were his building projects, particularly the temple in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 3:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Kingdom Collision Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

As followers of Jesus, we face a daily choice between living for the kingdom of culture or the kingdom of God. The kingdom of God brings love, grace, and hope, while the kingdom of culture often focuses on power and control.

Today, we're going to talk about a cool story from the Bible that has a lot to do with the choices we make every day. It's about two kingdoms colliding and the tough decisions that come with it. So, let's dive in! Our story comes from John 18:28-39. It's about Jesus being brought before Pontius ...read more

Scripture: John 18:28-39

Topics: Spiritual Kingdom, Cultural Influence, Divine Rule, Secular Society

More Than Heaven, More Than The Church Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

The Kingdom of God is not just about the promise of eternal life, but also about living a life of righteousness, peace, and joy in the present. It is about God's will being done on earth as it is in heaven.

Today, we're going to talk about something that's way cooler than you might think. It's called the Kingdom of God. Now, I know what you're thinking, 'I've heard about this before.' But trust me, it's way more than just heaven or church. It's like the ultimate level-up in the game of life. Let's ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:10, Matthew 6:33

Topics: Divine Kingdom, Spiritual Reign, God's Sovereignty, Heavenly Rule

Has There Ever Been A King As Awesome As Christ?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 21, 2011

Has There Ever Been A King As Awesome As Christ? 1) Look at what he rules. 2) Look at how he rules.

Seven years ago, King Jigme of Bhutan, a mountainous country sandwiched between China and India, announced that he was giving up absolute power in favor of a constitutional monarchy headed by his son, the crown prince. The nation was stunned. People openly wept and begged their monarch to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 47:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

The Freedom Of Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Oct 8, 2010

Some say that religion is merely moral rules to control behavior, Jesus transcends religious rules to address a deeper spiritual need.

Introduction Some people have said that religion is the development of myths and stories to provide moral principles to control human behavior…to create moral rules in order to control social behavior. There are certainly some destructive tendencies that social groups would want to contain. I ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Idea Of Kindness Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Mar 6, 2006

We all like to think of our selves as good, decent, and kind people. But, I was shocked to find out that the Bible tells us kindness doesn’t come naturally to us.

(this was a sermon centered on the “Fruit of the Spirit" in Galatians 5:22-23a) Open: A Sunday school teacher was telling her class the story of the Good Samaritan, in which a man was beaten, robbed and left for dead. She described the situation in vivid detail so her students would catch the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:25-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Grass Roots Rules About Looking For Greener Grass” A Simple Lesson About Contentment Series

Contributed by Perry Fowler on May 11, 2022

Thinking the grass is greener on the other side of the fence? Here's three grassroots rules about wealth that will help us find contentment:

Have you ever heard the phrase, “The grass is greener on the other side of the fence?” It’s tempting to think that other people’s circumstances are better than yours isn’t it? When I was growing up, I would often go to church camp. If you’ve ever had camp food you’ve learned that it “Ain’t ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Coming To Terms With Reality Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Oct 6, 2021

In any game, if you don't play by the rules, you lose. We often try to change the rules in our favor. But there is One who set the rules before all time and eternity who doesn't bend the rules for anyone, but gives grace to all who come to terms with reality.

Well, it’s the middle of summer, and the nation is immersed in what has been called its favorite pastime—baseball. And the big news is that Yankee shortstop Derek Jeter became the Yankee’s first player with 3,000 hits yesterday, and he did it with a bang, with a home run, and next Tuesday is the ...read more

Scripture: John 14:4-11

Denomination: Bible Church

The Legalistic God Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 7, 2017

Too often we think God has too many rules and laws and we do not embrace God because of the rules/legalism

Believing and Not Believing The God of Rules May 7, 2017 I believe there are lots of people who would love to be followers of Jesus, people who want to believe, however, something holds them back. While these people are rejecting God, I believe they are doing this because they have a distorted, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Birthmark Of Meekness Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Nov 23, 2022

Are you ruling your spirit? It takes more power to rule your own spirit than it does anything else in our life.

I. The Meaning of the Word 1. It is a word that was used to describe a wild animal that had been domesticated. 2. Take a stallion that has never been ridden, wild, full of energy, strength, and spirit. You break him, domesticate him, he becomes meek. 3. You can put a saddle on him, put a bit in his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5, Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Baptist

What Does It Take?

Contributed by David Richardson on Aug 25, 2005

What does it take to be a Christian? Are there rules? Are there criteria?

Title: What does it take? Scripture: Romans 10:8-17 8 But what does it say? "The word is near you; it is in your mouth and in your heart," that is, the word of faith we are proclaiming: 9 That if you confess with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord," and believe in your heart that God raised him from ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-17

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Laws Of The Kingdom Pt. 3: The Secrets Of A Healthy Christian Series

Contributed by Daniel Richter on Oct 10, 2006

Christ explains the new rules of the Kingdom of God.

Laws of the Kingdom Pt.3 The Secrets of a Healthy Christian Sunday, May 21st, 2006 We were visiting with my mother a while back and we were sitting around on a Sunday night and someone saw that the Oscars were on. I had never really watched the Academy Awards for any length of time before and it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

An Equal Opportunity Kingdom Series

Contributed by Daniel Richter on Oct 10, 2006

Christ explains the new rules of the Kingdom of God.

The Unveiling of the Kingdom Sunday, June 18th, 2005 As we continue our walk through the Book of Matthew, we are going to pick up at the tail end of Christ’s Sermon on the Mount. For the last several weeks, we’ve been looking at different parts of this sermon, as Jesus lays out the new laws ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-29

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance