Sermons on Those People:

Paul And Anania: From Goodness To Going

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Nov 25, 2009

God’s call is for those of us who think that looking good is sufficient to go share the Gospel; and to those who are discipled to be alert to the potential in those whom God has placed in our paths.

I heard this week about a very, very special automobile. It was built in the 1920’s by the Italian manufacturer Bugatti, and it was designed to be sold to the outrageously wealthy. This car was equipped with 450 horses under the hood; it was some 22 feet long and weighed about 6000 pounds. It was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Why Go On Living? - Philippians 1:21-26 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Dec 29, 2021

Those who contemplate suicide often hesitate because they fear what may be on the other side. Paul also wrestled with whether it would be better to live or die. But his reasoning was far different from most people's.

Philippians 1:20 I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. 21 For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. 22 If I am to go on living in the body, this will ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-26

The Benefits Of Fearing The Lord (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Jul 7, 2005

Those who fear the Lord are blessed with God’s provision. Those who hear this message will be motivated to live in the fear of the Lord because of the many promises God makes to those who will do so.

The Benefits of Fearing the Lord (Part 3) July 9/10, 2005 Don Jaques MAIN IDEA: Those who fear the Lord are blessed with God’s provision. AIM: Those who hear this message will be motivated to live in the fear of the Lord because of the many promises God makes to those who will do so. INTRO: God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 26:3-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Shaking The Dust Off Your Feet Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2025

In this sermon, we'll delve into the biblical context and explore the significance of this phrase.

In the Bible, Jesus instructed his disciples to "shake the dust off their feet" as a symbolic act of separation from those who rejected their message. This phrase has become a powerful metaphor for moving on from situations that are not receptive to the Gospel. In this sermon, we'll ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:14-15

Attractive Faith Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Oct 18, 2000

God is a God who scatters those who oppose him, but who brings back those who belong to him.

As we come to chapters 7&8 of Zechariah we move from an account Zechariah’s visions to the central narrative section of the book. Here we’re no longer dealing with images, but with issues the nation needs to grapple with: of true or false worship, of what God has done and what he will do with his ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

The Cross Of Commitment... The Paradox Of Following Christ Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 25, 2012

Those who love their life in this world will lose it. Those who despise their life in this world will keep it for eternal life.

Title: The Cross of Commitment… the Paradox of Following Christ. Text: John 12:20-33 Thesis: Those who love their life in this world will lose it. Those who despise their life in this world will keep it for eternal life. Introduction It is always an interesting question: If you could ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Is A Parable Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Sep 8, 2025

The parables clarify the truth for those who want to believe but they also conceal the truth for those who do not want to believe.

Sermon 1 THE PARABLES OF JESUS (Matt. 13:34-35; Mark 4:33-34) “Jesus spoke all these things to the crowd in parables; he did not say anything to them without using a parable. So it was fulfilled what was spoken through the prophet: I will open my mouth in parables, I will utter things ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:34, Matthew 13:3-23

Denomination: Baptist

Peace On Earth Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 19, 2025

The good news is for all but Peace is for those who love the Lord. Those who glorify the Lord will inherit the presence of God.

AMC. 21.12.2025 Theme: Peace on Earth Text: Luke 2:8-14   Greetings: The Lord is good; His Love endures forever!   Illustration:  Christmas season is season of Gifts.  After the Christmas holidays,  A boy told his uncle, ‘Thanks uncle, for the electric guitar you gave ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-14

Denomination: Methodist

17 - The Gentiles Got What The Jews Rejected Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Jul 5, 2021

This is the 17th of 30 Bible Studies on the Book of Romans

Romans 9:19-21 19 You will say to me then, “Why does He still find fault? For who has resisted His will?” 20 But indeed, O man, who are you to reply against God? Will the thing formed say to him who formed it, “Why have you made me like this?” 21 Does not the potter have power over the clay, from ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:19-33, Hosea 2:23, Hosea 1:10, Isaiah 10:22-23, John 19:30, Matthew 21:42  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A View From The Cross

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 6, 2001

This sermon looks at the different attitudes of those around the cross of Jesus and how those same attitudes can be found today.

Sunday Morning July 8, 2001 Bel Aire Baptist Church, Hobbs, NM A VIEW FROM THE CROSS MARK 15:21-47 Introduction: 1. As I thought about the freedom that we have in the United States to worship when, where, and how we choose; I began to think about what freedom really is. 2. I had an experience ...read more

Scripture: Mark 15:21-47

Denomination: Baptist

Avoid Harmful Relationships.

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 10, 2024

The Bible doesn't ask us to seek out perfect people, but rather to build relationships with fellow sinners who have experienced God's transformative love. At the same time, Scripture does provide guidance on setting boundaries and being mindful of the company we keep.

2 Timothy 2:22, is a great example of this balance. It encourages us to flee youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, while also seeking out relationships with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart. This reminds us to prioritize relationships that promote ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-3, Psalm 101:5, Titus 3:10, Proverbs 18:8, 1 Corinthians 15:33  (view more)  (view less)

The Terrifying Jesus Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Oct 29, 2012

It is those who know what it is to tremble before Jesus who are those who learn the real peace that he gives.

Introduction Why do we like to be scared? Why are we fascinated with evil? I mean real evil. Our adventure movies today don’t simply feature good guys battling bad guys; they take on the forces of evil – demons, vampires, spiritual forces of wickedness. Moviemakers do their best, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Cities Of Refuge Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jan 19, 2011

God's grace extends to those who need it. He provides for those who have inadvertently killed another

You often hear people complaining about the violence we see in the Old Testament. We cringe at the thought of an “eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth.” It all sounds so barbaric. Yet, how do people deal with something like murder in a world where there’s no police force, no ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 19:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

The Right Way

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Feb 9, 2011

These verses characterize what happens to those who follow the right way of righteousness and wisdom and those who depart it.

Introduction There are two types of people in the world, I am told: those who are Irish and those who wish they were; according to Bob in the movie What About Bob?, they are people who like Neil Diamond and those who do not; there are those who prefer that the toilet paper rolls over the tube and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:6-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Blessings Of A True Servant Series

Contributed by Greg Johnson on Jan 3, 2007

God blesses His servants; those that will labor to receive and understand God’s Word; those of upright character that walk in humility and integrity; those that pray until the answer comes and they never give up.

Blessings of a True Servant Daniel Speaks to Us Today By Greg Johnson January 3, 2007 http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org Daniel 10 Daniel was a true servant of God. He prayed and he fasted. He labored to receive and understand God’s Word. He was hungry for the spiritual food that God’s Word ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 10:1-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational