Sermons on Ugliness:

Forgiveness Is A Family Value

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Sep 12, 2008

A sermon for the 18th Sunday after Pentecost, [Proper 19]Series A

18th Sunday after Pentecost [Pr. 19] September 14, 2008 “Series A” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, your Son, Jesus the Christ, taught us to pray and to ask you to forgive our sins, as we forgive those who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Death By Motive Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 29, 2008

Matters of sin and righteousness are not merely matters of behavior, but also matters of motive.

Death By Motive Acts 4:32-5:11 1. As many of you know, we Vasiceks temporarily housed a pet pig for over 6 months. 2. So when this Australian story hit the press on Friday, I noted it. CANBERRA (Reuters) - A pony-size pig who held an Australian woman hostage for 10 days inside her home will be ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Maturity Myths Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Jan 22, 2009

Maturity is the goal for every believer, but these common myths may keep us from attaining it!

Maturity Myths COLOSSIANS 3: 9-14 1. Illus. of game called “Sweetlicks.” • Big console with 15-20 holes. At random times, a cartoon character head would pop us out of the hole for a second or two. Object of the game was to use foam rubber bat to knock them back down again. • Problem was, while you ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Healed Forever. . . On The Inside Series

Contributed by Dale Krueger on Feb 7, 2009

Jesus’s first 100 days in the ministry was off to a smashing success. These healings brought so much publicity that people pursued him.

HEALED FOREVER . . . ON THE INSIDE! Mark 1:29-39 After his baptism in the Jordan River, Jesus went north to Galilee proclaiming the Good News of God, “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near. Repent and believe in the Gospel.” He made the village of Capernaum the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:29-39

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Goodness Series

Contributed by Michael West on Mar 29, 2008

God’s goodness is infinite. God’s name is El Shaddai. We have become ineffective because we do not see God for who He really is.

Sunday March 30, 2008 River of Life Ministries Pastor Michael West Series: His majesty, His Names part 3 — El Shaddai Sermon: God’s Goodness Scripture: Psalm 139:17 Read: Isaiah 63:7 / Psalm 34:8, 36:7 In all my adventures, from home to home to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Legacy Worth Remembering

Contributed by Dave Kinney on Feb 25, 2008

Over the past 3 weeks we have traced Joseph’s life through the valley of abandonment, to the mountain of achievement, through a pitiful pit, to a palacious palace. Through the shores of shame, to the path of prosperity. If there was one person who was lea

Over the past 3 weeks we have traced Joseph’s life through the valley of abandonment, to the mountain of achievement, through a pitiful pit, to a palacious palace. Through the shores of shame, to the path of prosperity. If there was one person who was least to achieve in life and leave a lasting ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Who Can Climb God's Hill?

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 17, 2008

Jesus gives us the clean hands and pure heart needed to stand atop God’s hill.

“Jack and Jill went up the hill to fetch a pail of water. Jack fell down and broke his crown and Jill came tumbling after.” Did you ever wonder what kind of hill it was that Jack and Jill had to climb if they couldn’t make it up without cracking their skulls? You wouldn’t think it should be such a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 24:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

God Is The Strength Of My Heart

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 19, 2001

In the midst of a tragedy, return to God - our only true refuge. He is the strength of our heart.

Psalm 73 - GOD IS THE STRENGTH OF MY HEART Terrorist attack on New York’s World Trade Centres and Pentagon, 11 Sep 2001. This is one of the most difficult week for all. Much worse for those in the States. We’ve come to see the truly ugly side of what human beings are capable of. In the face of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Message Of The Cross

Contributed by Carl Finney on Aug 15, 2005

The Cross had not only a purpose, but also a message. This sermon reveals that message in a way every person can understand.

“The Message of the Cross” Throughout history the cross of Christ was, is, and will always be a focal point of history and a point of division and controversy in this world. Some people look at the cross and see Christ being crucified. They imagine the broken, bloody body of Jesus hanging on the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Deception; The Power Of God To Reveal Sin

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 27, 2005

The Holy Spirit in this passage is showing us the difference between a disciple and a deceiver.

INTRO: In some resort towns in Arizona, it is the practice of various hotels or motels to spray-paint the grass green in the winter to lure tourists to what looks like a lush vacation spot. The problem is that the first spring rains wash the paint into the gutters, revealing how false the image ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Spit Of A Soldier

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 25, 2005

Stand along with the Roman Officer at the Cross of Christ and allow the Blood of Jesus to cleanse your sinfulness.

IT IS SAFE TO SAY THAT ALL OF US MUST DEAL WITH SIN ON A DAILY BASIS. WHAT PROBABLY SCARES US THE MOST IS NOT THAT WE CONFRONT AND DEAL WITH THE SINS OF THE WORLD, BUT HAVE TO CONTEND WITH THOSE DARK SINS THAT LOITER IN THE DEEP RECESSES OF OUR HEARTS. PSALM 36:1, “SIN LURKS DEEP IN THE HEARTS OF ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:26-31

Denomination: Free Methodist

The Manner Of Love

Contributed by Jerry Flury on May 2, 2005

I Corinthians 13 is often used as a text in weddings, quoted in Valentine’s Day cards and applied to the love between a man and a woman. However, this passage of Scripture is primarily is speaking of how love is to be demonstrated within the church betwee

THE MANNER OF LOVE I CORINTHIANS 13 INTRODUCTION: I Corinthians 13 is often used as a text in weddings, quoted in Valentine’s Day cards and applied to the love between a man and a woman. However, this passage of Scripture is to be understood in light of its context. Paul is writing to the church ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Rusty Witness Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 9, 2005

This sermon will challenge you to a more effective expression of witness. It is my desire to hold up the Bible during the entire sermon. Please note all points and sub-points are tied to the scripture. This sermon is expository in style, the people will

A RUSTY WITNESS (James 5:1-6 NASB) [1] Come now, you rich, weep and howl for your miseries which are coming upon you. {2} Your riches have rotted and your garments have become moth-eaten. {3} Your gold and your silver have rusted; and their rust will be a witness against you and will ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: *other

"Lord Your Love For Me Causes Me To Honor You Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jul 18, 2005

A study of lessons that can be learned from the Book of Malachi

Malachi very skillfully provides a very vivid image of the love of God as well as His might and power. Malachi helps us see that the story has not yet ended. God still has promises to fulfill on behalf of His people. The Book of Malachi represents the link between the Old and New Testaments. ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 1:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God – The Original Know-It-All Series

Contributed by Steve Lawson on Oct 19, 2004

God’s Omniscience stretches farther than we can ever imagine.

God – The Original Know-it-all Psalm 139 It is in our human DNA to search for God. While we live in a day and time where selfishness and self preoccupation reigns supreme; there is always within us a deep nagging question. Who is God? As much as we try to deny it, that question will not go ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 39:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational