Sermons on Ungodly Submission:

When Love Turns Toxic In Narcissistic Marriages Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 3, 2025

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical perspective on narcissistic marriages and whether divorce and separation can be a viable option.

Marriage is a sacred institution created by God, designed to be a loving and mutually supportive partnership between two individuals. However, when one partner exhibits narcissistic tendencies, the relationship can become toxic, controlling, and abusive. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:15, Matthew 19:3-9

The Christian’s Response To Government Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 19, 2012

1) The Principles of Authority (Romans 13:1-2) 2)The Purpose of Authority (Romans 13:3-4) 3)The Problems of Authority (Romans 13:5-7)

In Canada, this is the Victoria Day weekend. Victoria Day is a federal Canadian public holiday celebrated on the last Monday before May 25, in honour of Queen Victoria’s birthday. At a time of civil unrest, from continued reverberations of the 2010 G20 sumit, Vancouver hockey riots, student riots ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Other

Responding To God’s Leadership

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 27, 2014

There are five human traits that can be seen in the interaction between the angel and Mary. They will help us understand what it means to respond to God’s leadership; they are listening, learning, questioning, submitting and affirming.

12-16-04 Title: Responding to God’s Leadership Text: “And Mary said, Behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word. And the angel departed from her.” (Luke 1:38) Bible Reading: Luke 1:26-38, 41-45 Our message is found in the first chapter of Luke. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Baptist

In His Steps Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Nov 17, 2014

Christians should make the best employees...and employers.

In His Steps 1 Peter 2:18-25 Rev. Brian Bill November 15-16, 2014 Following Jesus Video Imagine that a homeless man walked into a service and interrupted the sermon by saying, “I’ve been wondering since I came in here, if what you call following Jesus is the same thing as what He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

Problems With Priorities

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Apr 25, 2016

A message that speaks to the issue of our priorities and how to get them right.

Problems with Priorities Matthew 6:24-34 Matthew 6:33 But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. ILL - Introduction: This morning the Lord has led me to this message concerning the issues that we all have with establishing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24-34

Denomination: Baptist

Honoring Mary

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 14, 2022

What are the qualities for which she (Mary) should be honored? (Material adapted from a chapter in Leslie Flynn's book called "Christmas Messages." Chapter is called "Let Us Honor Mary," pg. 19)

HoHum: “The virgin’s name was Mary.” Luke 1:27, 28, NIV. What exalted names some have placed on Mary- Most Holy Mary, Virgin Mother of God, Mother of the Word Incarnate, Mother of Mercy, Advocate of Sinners, Dispenser of Divine Grace, Door of Heaven and Intercessor, Queen of Heaven? Heaven ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38, Matthew 1:23, Luke 1:46-55, John 19:25, Mark 6:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What You Can Learn About Heaven, When Your In Hell (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jan 28, 2012

Death is the common lot of the rich and the poor, the godly and ungodly.

Verse 19-“There was a certain rich man who was clothed in purple and fine linen and fared sumptuously every day. Shows that a man may do well in this world and lousy in the next. Verse 20-But there was a certain beggar named Lazarus, full of sores, who was laid at his gate The sin of this rich ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Terrible Power Of A Traducing Tongue

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 4, 2023

It is not merely unbecoming for a Christian to slander or to malign a person, it is ungodly.

“An evildoer listens to wicked lips, and a liar gives ear to a mischievous tongue.” “A man of crooked heart does not discover good, and one with a dishonest tongue falls into calamity.” [1] Life in this modern age has trained us to accommodate the transformation of language. Modern society ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:4, Proverbs 17:20

Denomination: Baptist

Are You Listening?

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 1, 2021

The psalmist distinguishes between the life of the righteous compared to the ungodly.

Are You Listening? Psalm 1:1-6 1 Blessed is the man that walketh not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor standeth in the way of sinners, nor sitteth in the seat of the scornful. 2But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in his law doth he meditate day and night. 3And he shall be like a tree ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

"How To Love Your Husband (And Be Submissive) And Not Lose Your Mind" Series

Contributed by Ken Harris on Feb 10, 2006

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate Christian Wives to WILLINGLY PLACE THEMSELVES under their husbands’ leadership in order to win them for Jesus Christ.

10 February 2006 by U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris CP Walker, Taegu South Korea @ The PWOC Gathering at The Evergreen Community Club BIG IDEA: Christian Wives Share The Love of Christ To Their Husbands Through Their Ministry of Submissiveness. REFERENCES: Philippians 2:5 KJV - (Let this ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Exposition Of 1 Peter, Part 15: Christ As The Example Of Submission And Suffering

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Apr 16, 2022

Jesus is the ultimate example of how to be a suffering servant. Let us follow His example

An Exposition of 1 Peter, part 15: Christ as the Example of Submission and Suffering 1 Peter 2:21-25 Introduction In the last study, Peter told those who were slaves how they should respond to unfair suffering because they were Christians. Slaves were supposed to adopt the religion of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Brought To Life; Brought Together Walking Worthy: Spirit Filled Submission Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Jan 21, 2025

My big idea is Spirit filled people are submissive people.

We are continuing our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. As we have said, Ephesians can be divided into two sections, chapters one through three describe what God has done in us through Christ while chapters four through six call us to live out what God has done in us. We are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-21, Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mary's "Yes"!

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 16, 2002

Mary is a model of submission to the will of God

“Mary’s ‘Yes!’,” Rev Dr Robert Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts I’d like us to focus on Mary’s response to the angelic announcement. Gabriel comes to her in the town of Nazareth and tells her that she will be mother to the Messiah. After expressing some initial ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Congregational

A Strategy For Spiritual Strength

Contributed by Cleavon Matthews Sr. on Jan 26, 2007

Submission is a key to spiritual strength.

A STRATEGY FOR SPIRITUAL STRENGTH 1 Peter 5:5-11 By Cleavon Matthews August 20, 2006 INTRODUCTION It was a brilliant and bold declaration to the believers. They were pilgrims of the dispersion in the region of Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia, and Bithynia. They were willing participants in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Third Sunday After Easter, 2001

Contributed by Roger Hartline on May 5, 2001

Submission and redemption in 1 Peter

The Third Sunday After Easter, 2001 In the Name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen! The entire first epistle of Peter is an exhortation to fully share in the sufferings of Christ. Or maybe, more correctly, to rejoice in sharing the suffering of Christ. This morning’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-17

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican