Sermons on Turn The Other Cheek:

Has Anybody Seen Demas ?

Contributed by Ken Crow on Sep 22, 2010

A Christian must gaurd against the pull of the world.

Has Anybody Seen Demas ? Pastor Ken Crow. 2 Timothy 4:10 (King James Version) 10For Demas hath forsaken me, having loved this present world, and is departed unto Thessalonica; Crescens to Galatia, Titus unto Dalmatia. Tonight let’s look at a character in the Bible ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:10

Denomination: Church Of God

The Way Of Grace Is Clearly Different

Contributed by John Lowe on Oct 8, 2014

The subject today is grace and I want to show that “The Way of Grace Is Clearly Different”. It’s different- I. In How We Think of Ourselves II. In How We Treat Others III. In How We Are Rewarded

November 27, 2004 The Way of Grace Is Clearly Different Luke 14:1; 7-14 The subject today is grace and I want to show that “The Way of Grace Is Clearly Different”. It’s different-- I. In How We Think of Ourselves II. In How We Treat Others III. In How We Are Rewarded The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness And Unforgiveness Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 28, 2016

For if you forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if you do not forgive men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

Introduction A. This is a continuation of Jesus Sermon on the Mount 1. After having given His disciples the model prayer a. Lets turn to Matthew 6:12 b. Jesus continues to explain an important clause in His model prayer Matthew 6:12 (NKJV) And forgive us our debts, As we forgive our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Giving Alms Series

Contributed by Leighton (Lee) Vary on Oct 27, 2016

Take heed that you do not do your charitable deeds before men, to be seen by them. Otherwise you have no reward from your Father in heaven

Introduction A. A hiker came across another guy lying under a tree, but the shade of the tree was not on the napper’s face. The hiker said to the man under the tree, “why don’t you move so that you’re in the shade?” The man on the ground replied, “if I wait ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Living In The Second Mile

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Nov 19, 2007

I believe that we as Christians are required to live in the second mile. I have been working with people and Pastoring long enough to observe that all successful people live by the second mile principle.

Title: Living in the Second Mile Scripture: St. Matthew 5:41 (Adapted from sermon from Rev. Edward Hardee, 7/2000) Preached at Perfected Praise Worship Center, Oklahoma City On Sunday, November 18, 2007 http://www.thewordministryokc.com We have entered into this Thanksgiving week, in a few ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:41, Matthew 5:41-45

Denomination: Baptist

Our Life - In Danger Series

Contributed by Mark Hiehle on Aug 3, 2009

One of the biggest dangers to our spoiritual life is unforgiveness. This sermon sets forth the truth that forgiveness is not an option.

Our Life - in Danger Matthew 18:21-35 “Forgiveness is not an option” Someone once said that life would be easy if you didn’t have to deal with other people. Because we are not perfect, and no one else is perfect either, there will be conflicts, disagreements, misunderstandings and problems. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Nazarene

Who Needs Forgiveness?

Contributed by Susan Blader on Aug 25, 2008

Sometimes the people we think need forgiveness are the ones who already have it.

Tradition tells us that Abraham Lincoln once went to a slave auction. While he was there, he noticed a black woman who was about to be auctioned off, and entered the bidding. The bidding went back and forth until eventually Lincoln won, paid the price, and purchased her. When they brought ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

The Importance Of Love

Contributed by Jody Brock on Jan 26, 2007

Paul stated that love is greater than faith and hope. He explained the uselessness of gifts, knowledge, faith, benevolence, and sacrifices without the first fruit of the spirit, which is love. This sermon examines the importance of love according to Paul

The Importance of Love 1 Corinthians 13: 1-13 INTRO: Paul stated that love is greater that faith and hope. He explained the uselessness of gifts, knowledge, faith, benevolence, and sacrifices without the first fruit, which is love (Galatians 5:12). It is said that Paul in this chapter “rises on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Going The Second Mile

Contributed by Dr. Jeremy Simpson on Dec 6, 2006

A Sermon about going above and beyond what is expected. Doing more than the status Quo!

GOING THE SECOND MILE - MATT. 5:41 INTRO: 1. Every Normal Person wants to Succeed - If you Don’t, you Better go see a Psychiatrist. 2. I’m a Musician - I want to be a successful Pianist, Singer, Songwriter. 3. If a man is a Logger - He wants to be a Good Logger 4. If a man is a Preacher – He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:41, Matthew 5:41-50

Denomination: Baptist

Retaliation Versus Going The Extra Mile

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 26, 2015

When people wrong us, insult us or take our property, we want to see them pay for what they did to us. The question we all need to ask ourselves today is, “Are we willing to go the extra mile for Jesus?”

One winter day a man went shopping at the local neighborhood mall. When he returned to his car he noticed a rather foul odor coming from under the hood and so he checked the engine. In the compartment he discovered a dead cat rather mutilated from being caught in the fan belt. The poor cat had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

Relevant Friendship

Contributed by Bruce Lee on Aug 9, 2015

Do you invite people into your circle of friends? What does real genuine friendship look like to you?

Relevant Friendship “… enjoy the companionship of those who love the Lord…” 2 Tim. 2:22 (LB) Intro: Sharon was like most lifelong members of First Church. At one time she knew every person by name. She and her husband had six children, eleven grandchildren and five ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Trophy Case Christians

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

Your trophies and accomplishments will not get you into heaven. There is no salvation outside of Jesus Christ.

TROPHY CASE CHRISTIANITY TEXT: Luke 18:9-14 INTRODUCTION: I was visiting a man in his home when I noticed a large glass case that was filled with trophies. There were trophies for bowling, trophies for racing cars, trophies for hitting home runs at softball, and many others. Each one had this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Findind God's Love In Forgiveness Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 31, 2018

Forgiveness will set yo free, not give the guilty a free pass.God's forgiveness is life changing.Un-forgiveness is life challenging

Love Worth Finding Series Finding God’s love in forgiveness Introduction- Every one of us has a story to tell…what is your story? What are you telling others not only with words, but by your actions? People are watching you at the grocery store, your work place, sporting events you attend and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-22

Denomination: Nazarene

Christian Reactions

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Aug 25, 2020

How to overcome evil with good.

CHRISTIAN REACTIONS. Romans 12:14-21. Romans 12:14. The positive imperative is to “bless” those who persecute us. This is similar to the teaching of Jesus (Matthew 5:44; Luke 6:27-28). The supreme example is that of Jesus Himself (1 Peter 2:21-23). This partly involved Jesus praying for His ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:14-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joseph The Forgiver

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Mar 3, 2010

A example on how to be a forgiver

A lady tells as story that is a real picture of forgiveness. She says my mom, now in heaven, was a good cook. She was a good forgiver too and the combination of these two qualities resulted one day in an incident I love to recall. Let me recount it to you as I have heard it from a young child. Dad ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:2-3

Denomination: Wesleyan