Sermons on Unintended Effect:

Jesus Was Asked "should We Pay Our Taxes?"

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Oct 1, 2020

Jesus is in a Catch 22 position when he is asked "should we pay taxes to Caesar or not", See how he deals with it and what effect this can have on our lives

Sermon: Story: A man came to an Anglican Church and asked to see the Vicar. “Vicar,” he said, “My dog died and I would like a Christian burial for him.” The Vicar said, “I’m sorry to hear about your dog, but we Anglicans don’t do funerals for dogs. You might try the Baptist church down the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Anglican

"How God Tests Our Faith?” (Paano Pinatatatag Ang Ating Pananampalataya?) Part_1 Series

Contributed by Ritchie Guerrero on Oct 15, 2020

James 1:3-4 3 for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. 4 And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.

Santiago 1:3 MBBTAG (3 Dapat ninyong malaman na nagiging matatag ang inyong pananampalataya sa pamamagitan ng mga pagsubok. 4 At dapat kayong magpakatatag hanggang wakas upang kayo'y maging ganap at walang pagkukulang.) James 1:3-4 ESV 6 In this you rejoice, though now for a little while, if ...read more

Scripture: James 1:3-4, Hebrews 11:6, 1 Peter 1:6-7, James 1:2, Hebrews 11:8, Matthew 9:29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Powerful Preaching Of Peter Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 8, 2020

It is pleasing to observe the love and attitude of saints towards their new contacts and believers in the early Church. If anyone who does not believe in the Truth and its effects on lives but talks about Christ and the Kingdom is a false witness.

Acts 3: 11-26 Powerful Preaching of Peter 3: 11-12 We are Instruments of God 3: 13-16 We are Witnesses of God 3: 17-26 We are Evangelists of God Acts 3: 11-12 We are Instruments of God It is pleasing to observe the love and attitude of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:11-26

Denomination: Methodist

Treasure In Heaven Series

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Apr 26, 2021

Greed and generosity are opposing spiritual forces. Selfishness and greed have the effect of shriveling our souls by wasting our potential for love, whereas generosity becomes the source of God’s richest blessing and joy.

Luke 12:13-21 In the days of the Wild West there was an armed bank robbery in California involving a large sum of money. The bank hired a bounty hunter to track down the thief, and when the search led to Mexico he realized he’d need to hire an interpreter. One was found, and the bounty hunter ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Time To Check Your Halo Series

Contributed by Scott Turansky on Oct 9, 2022

When we have this attitude that says I'm better than you because I am right, that's when self-righteousness takes effect in our lives.

The first thing I'd like to do today as we look at this passage is I'd like to talk to you about the footnote in your Bible. I hope you have a footnote. Look at it. Do you see the footnote in this passage that we're looking at today? The footnote says this: “These verses (which is John ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How Do We Prosper When Dealing With A Problem?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Feb 2, 2023

What Christians are supposed to do when they face a problem and what some might do are two separate issues. How Christians handle themselves can either have a positive or a negative effect on others.

Nehemiah 2:1-20 Nehemiah was the cupbearer to the king of Persia, Artaxerxes. He was a man of God and was a trusted advisor to the king. Many decades prior, Zerubbabel was able to get the Jerusalem Temple rebuilt. Some years later, Ezra had returned to Jerusalem to help with the spiritual needs of ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Weight Of Judgment: How It Affects Our Relationship

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Sep 13, 2023

Embracing Matthew 7:1-5, we explore 'The Weight of Judgment' and its profound effects on our relationships. Prepare to uncover transformative insights for richer, more meaningful connections.

I. Introduction Recently I read “The One Year Love Language Minute Devotional by Gary Chapman” He wrote about his counseling experience, he explains, “When couples come to me for counseling, I often give each individual a sheet of paper and ask them to list their spouse’s faults. They will write ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5, Romans 2:1, Luke 6:45, 1 Peter 5:5, Proverbs 16:18, Colossians 3:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unselfish, Ever-Giving Love Of Jesus

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 1, 2025

Christ's unchanging love, entering into our ever-changing lives and worlds, can only be effective if we allow ourselves to expand our hearts and lives to try to love Him in return.

Friday of the 22nd Week in Course 2025 (St. Teresa of Calcutta) “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things came into being through him, and without him not one thing came into being.” That is how St. John the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:33-39, Psalm 86:3-5, Colossians 1:15-20, John 1:1-5

Denomination: Catholic

Count Your Blessings

Contributed by Dennis Fox on May 16, 2024

Where you focus your thoughts greatly effects how you feel, how you talk to others, and your relationship with God. So where should we focus, our blessings or hardships?

Where you focus your thoughts greatly effects how you feel, how you talk to others, and your relationship with God. So where should we focus, our blessings or hardships? A few weeks back my son came home on leave. It was a wonderful time but it was eye opening as well. My son ended up in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-2, Ephesians 5:19-20, Psalm 55:22, Ephesians 2:4-5

Denomination: Other

Pentecost: What Is Fire?

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 6, 2025

On the day of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit came down as a mighty rushing wind, and tongues like fire rested upon each of the disciples. This fire was not physical—it was spiritual, but its effects were powerful and undeniable.

PENTECOST: WHAT IS FIRE? By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 2:1-4 Supporting Texts: Matthew 3:11, Leviticus 6:12–13, Hebrews 12:29, Luke 24:32 INTRODUCTION: On the day of Pentecost, the Holy Spirit came down as a mighty rushing wind, and tongues like fire rested upon each of the disciples. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Jesus Ministered To People By Listening

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Many people are longing to find someone who will listen to their problems. If you want to be an effective counselor it is a good idea to be student of the art and science of listening. Jesus knew the best ways to minister to people by listening. The Lord

Many people are longing to find someone who will listen to their problems. If you want to be an effective counselor it is a good idea to be student of the art and science of listening. Jesus knew the best ways to minister to people by listening. The Lord was not ready to believe everything He heard ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:17-20, Luke 24:17-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nothing But The Truth! Series

Contributed by Darren Ethier on May 9, 2002

6 of 10 of the series, Supernatural Transformation. God delights in honesty and detests lies. Dishonesty is one of the strongest deterrents to the work of God. This message explores the effects of a dishonest person and the reasons for God’s hard stance

NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH Ephesians 4:25; John 14:6; Isaiah 53:9; Matthew 5:37 & Various Read at beginning of service: Ephesians 4:25 (NIV) 25 Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one body. INTRODUCTION Some of us may be able to ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Ephesians 4:25

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rags To Riches

Contributed by Paul Redwine on Jan 2, 2004

While the worldly pursue money, wealth and popularity, the servant of God views his time on earth differently; it effects how he handles the trials of life, taking pride in his position of being a servant of Christ.

Rags to Riches, James 1:9-12 Paul Redwine, Northside Christian Church, Sunday, June 29, 2003 Introduction [ILLUS -- JOKE] A millionaire decides to throw a massive party for his fiftieth birthday. During the party he grabs the mic and he announces to his guests that down in the garden of his ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-12, Luke 16:19-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Is The Love

Contributed by The Most Rev. Kelvin C. Brooks on Nov 26, 2004

The people of God could be some much more effective and content if they learned how to deal with the issues of life with love. The right kind of love (there are 4). Love is of God, God is Love, and Love never fails.

“Where Is The Love?” Mark 12:28-33 / I Corinthians 13:2-8, 13 I) Introduction a) We as people of God, lack effective change and progress b) Caused by a lack of proper implementation of LOVE c) There is no lack of love, rather a misdirection of love d) Story background; 1) Jesus is in ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Show Your Love Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Feb 13, 2005

God designed you to love Him and others, and you’ll never be happy with anything less. But how can we show this love effectively to our families and those most important to us? *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

How to Show Your Love This month, we’re talking about families. . . Does your family ever drive you crazy? In the book, “Children’s Letters to God: The New Collection”, a little girl named, Nan, writes this letter: “Dear God, I bet it is very hard for you to love all of everybody in the whole ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30-31

Denomination: Holiness