Sermons on Turning Cheek:

Thy Kingdom Come Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Aug 5, 2012

Beginning in chapter 7, the focus turns to the prophetic visions and dreams Daniel had through his lifetime. We will look at the details of these prophecies and why they matter to us today.

Thy Kingdom Come Daniel 7 & 8 (& 2:29-45) (There is a very helpful powerpoint that went with this message. email me and I would be happy to send it to you.) Slide Good morning. We are taking a major turn in our Series through Daniel today. The book of Daniel can be divided nicely into 2 parts. ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

02 The Beatitude Attitude Series

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jan 13, 2014

Our Desire Is To Have The Beatitudes Our Way. In turn we do not understand what the beatuitudes are saying to us, thus we struggle for God's blessings in our life

Mt. 5:3 Amplified Bible: Blessed (happy, to be envied, and spiritually prosperous—with life-joy and satisfaction in God’s favor and salvation, regardless of their outward conditions) …. Did you make any for 2014 - We make resolutions to change our life - Think for a moment, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12

Denomination: Baptist

Pleading For Sodom

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 10, 2009

As Christians, we are responsible to pray for wicked people. Though their actions invoke divine censure, our responsibility is to pray for God’s glory through turning the wicked to righteousness.

“The men set out from [the oaks of Mamre where Abraham had set up his tent], and they looked down toward Sodom. And Abraham went with them to set them on their way. The Lord said, ‘Shall I hide from Abraham what I am about to do, seeing that Abraham shall surely become a great and mighty nation, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:16-33

Denomination: Baptist

#23: When All Hope Is Gone Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Jul 19, 2020

What do you do when all hope is gone? The best thing is to turn to Jesus as a woman did who had struggled with a blood hemorrhage for 12 years.

#23: When All Hope Is Gone Series: Acts Chuck Sligh July 19, 2020 NOTE: PowerPoint or ProPresenter presentations are available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my archives TEXT: Mark ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:21-34

Denomination: Baptist

Gracious Blessings On The Platform Of God's Mercy

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Aug 29, 2021

God is a faithful God and full of mercy. He is willing to show His mercy to those who will diligently seek Him wholeheartedly, and who are willing to turn to Him in righteousness.

GRACIOUS BLESSINGS ON THE PLATFORM OF GOD'S MERCY Study Text: Hebrews 4:16. Introduction - Man doesn’t always get what he requires, pursues or deserves, but what the mercy of God delivers to him: Romans 9:16. - Most certainly, it is not the strongest of the species that always ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Comfort

Contributed by Darrin Fish on May 7, 2014

As earthen vessels As jars of clay, We are stewards of God’s comfort. God places his comfort in us, So that we may in turn comfort others.

Title: Jars of Caring Text: II Corinthians 1:3-7 Thesis: We are “Jars of Clay” through whom God works. Introduction A little boy stopped by the super market and asked the cashier where he could find a box of Tide… he said it was for washing his cat. The lady was quick to tell ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-7

Denomination: Christian Church

Deserted And Disowned Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Mar 28, 2014

When life takes an unexpected turn, trust in God's plan and don't be faithless and desert, denounce, or disown Jesus; but if you already have, trust in God's grace.

Ivan Misner, in his book The World's Best Known Marketing Secrets, tells the story of a San Diego bank, which hired a private investigator to track down a bank robber and retrieve stolen funds. The search led to Mexico. The investigator crossed the border and then, realizing he would need a Spanish ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:43-72

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Do You Believe That I Love You?

Contributed by Daniel J. Little on Mar 5, 2012

Believing that God loves you and turning to Him for help moves His heart with joy. This kind of weakness and need results in the blessing that comes to those who are poor in spirit.

DO YOU BELIEVE THAT I (GOD) LOVE YOU? Pastor Daniel J. Little - The Landmark Church, Binghamton, NY adfontes.djl@gmail.com 2 Corinthians 8:9 For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor, so that you by his poverty might become rich. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: *other

Truth About Honesty Part I: Why Is Integrity So Difficult?

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Nov 24, 2017

There is a Fraud Triangle at work in all of our lives. The only way we can get out of it is by intentionally turning it into a Grace Triangle. Is that easy? Let us find out.

When I Fall Main passage: Micah 7:1-9 How many of you have School going Children? If you get a call from the Principal to come and see him/her what will be your reaction? So here are the parents who get such a call from the Principal. With fear and trembling they reach the Principal’s office and ...read more

Scripture: Micah 7:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Did Anything Good Come Out Of Nazareth?

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jan 9, 2018

Philip, just an ordinary guy - called to ministry and in turn brings along a friend, Nathanael. This reading shows how Jesus uses ordinary people, doing ordinary things.

Mid-Week Message/Devotion January 10, 2018 Reading: John 1:43-51 Did Anything Good Come Out of Nazareth? If we read this passage with an element of curiosity and desire to dig into the nuances a little bit, it becomes not only informative but also entertaining. It’s a short reading and ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51, John 12:20-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Reversal Of Revenge

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

Revenge may be sweet for awhile, but it turns so bitter that it is never a long range value. This reversal of revenge, however, can add sweetness to life that lasts for time and eternity.

Aaron Burr could have been a great name in American history. He was elected to the U. S. Senate, and in 1800 he was a candidate for President of the U. S. Thomas Jefferson won that election, and Aaron Burr became Vice President. His future was bright, but then he was insulted by another famous ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Spiritual Refreshment And Blessing Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Mar 22, 2022

True wisdom is more than intelligence and knowledge. True wisdom is acting on the knowledge you have. The wise will make the right turn back to God. A blessing awaits you.

We have all had it happen. You are driving in an unfamiliar area and make a turn, and something does not seem right. As you go on you realize that there is no way that this could be the right road. It is time to stop traveling the wrong direction and turn around and go back. Repentance is like ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 14:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Rudderless On The Atlantic Theatre

Contributed by Oladayo Oladosu on Feb 3, 2020

Government has a way to either positively or negatively influence their nation. However, there is no comfort is born without hidden effort, there are no shortcuts to these systemic leadership failures except to turn to God.

Therefore, I exhort first of all that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men. 1 Timothy 2:1 History has revealed that, there are different types of government. Examples include: revolutionary, monarchical, republican, aristocratic, autocratic, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Restless Hearts Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 24, 2019

The active atheist's life is not only meaningless,. . . but tragic in the worst sense, because, absent a miracle, he turned his back on a free offer of eternal joy.

Seventh Sunday in Course 2019 For the Catholic Students Group Today our Office readings begin a series from the book of Ecclesiastes, or Qoheleth, which means “the Teacher.” It is one of the best-known of the Wisdom books of the OT, purportedly written by King Solomon, who, at least in his youth, ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:1-18, 1 Corinthians 15:45-49, Psalm 103:1-13

Denomination: Catholic

You Can’t Keep A Good Man Down (Summer Of 2002)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 15, 2022

Joseph took this obstacle (being sold into slavery by his brothers) and turned it into an opportunity. He had every reason to be bitter and resentful. His attitude made all the difference.

YOU CANNOT KEEP A GOOD MAN DOWN Text: Genesis 37:1-4, 12-28 "Ida Eisenhower, mother of President Dwight D. Eisenhower, was asked in an interview if she was proud of her son. She answered, "Yes, I am very proud. Which son?" (Robert H. Spain. How To Stay alive As Long ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 37:1-4, Genesis 37:12-28

Denomination: United Methodist