Sermons on Unjust Execution:

Don’t Look Back!

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 18, 2010

Why should Christians remember Lot’s wife? Just like Sodom and Gomorrah, before Christ’s return, the world will be saturated with evil. Christians are warned to come out of the world and not be a part of it.

Opening illustration: If a person sees a house on fire and does everything he can to rescue the occupants, he is heralded as a hero. And that’s the way it should be. Why is it, then, that a Christian who accepts what God says in the Bible about hell and tries to warn people is ridiculed as an ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:12-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Is God When I Hurt? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 22, 2012

Does God care when His people suffer? Does He desert them in their sorrow? A message to encourage the suffering saint by redirecting our gaze to the Master in our sorrow.

“As they were stoning Stephen, he called out, ‘Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.’ And falling to his knees he cried out with a loud voice, ‘Lord, do not hold this sin against them.’ And when he had said this, he fell asleep. “And Saul approved of his execution. “And there arose on that day a great ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When The Leaders Lie

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 2, 2025

God has a lot to say about leaders, their behavior, their integrity and their resulting impact on the people they rule. The Bible is a warning and a guide concerning corrupt leaders and our response and duty when faced with the likes of such leaders.

“When The Leaders Lie” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - This week while watching the news the one thing that stood out to me among all the chaos and buffoonery and the blatant ambush on the Military Hero the Ukrainian President Zelensky was when the President of France Emmanuel Macron ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:8, Psalm 58:1-2, Proverbs 28:15, 1 Timothy 2:2, Daniel 2:20-22, Proverbs 16:12, Ephesians 5:11, Exodus 28:1-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Apostolic

The Evil Hoard Series

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Nov 9, 2005

Part II of a series based on the question, "How to spend an inheirtance" This sermon encourages us not to hold on to the love of the Father but to spend it freely.

Title: A Chocolate Piano and an Older Brother Text: Luke 15:25 - 32 FCF: In Christ, we have more than enough blessing – we need not sit on it! SO: I want people to realize that hoarding an inheritance can be just as bad as squandering it Intro: Last week, you’ll remember we talked about the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Peace Of God

Contributed by Tim Barrett on Jul 30, 2004

A that reveals the 3 steps to peace that are outlined in Philippians 4. Also contains a great picture object lesson for adults and children.

Philippians 4:4-7 4Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. 6Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7And the peace of God, which ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

What God Most Desires

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 12, 2023

A Sermon for the Season of Pentecost, Year A, Lectionary 10

June 11, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Romans 4:13-25; Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26 What God Most Desires Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Mercy: The story is told of a mother who approached the powerful ruler ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:9-26

Denomination: Lutheran

God's Benevolent Love For Saints And Sinners.

Contributed by David Goering on Aug 12, 2018

There is a difference between the benevolence God has for Sinners and the benevolence he has for Saints, and how every sinner can become a saint through Christ.

SCRIPTURE: Matthew 5:45 "...he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust." PROPOSITION: to use this text and others to show that God is infinitely benevolent to both sinners and saints, and also to show that there is a difference between the ...read more

The Gift Of Holy Stubborness

Contributed by Dr. Ade Oyeyemi on Feb 19, 2013

Prayer is an arduous task, persistent prayer brings result. The fervent prayer of the righteous availeth much. Engaging in prayer means standing in the face of defeat while others are falling, prayer requires a determination to continue waiting on the Lor

Among the vices mentioned in Galatians 5:19 are anger and stubbornness but these can be used in a holy way. Hatred of evil is considered a holy hatred, so is holy stubbornness that serves the purpose of carrying out an effort in a determined, persistent way until one prevails. Holy stubbornness is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-8, Luke 18:1

Denomination: Pentecostal

Friday: Crucifixion

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 20, 2016

Friday: Crucifixion - Matthew chapter 27 verses 32-56 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). He did not have the strength to carry his cross (vs 32-33) (2). He did not accept the cup (vs 34-37) (3). He did not come down from the cross (vs 38-44) (4). He did not know the Father (vs 45-49) (5). He did not die in defeat (vs 50-54) SERMON BODY: Ill: • In the book ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-56

Denomination: Brethren

Divine Providence Part 6 - What God Provides In Earthly Life Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Nov 26, 2018

This is part 6 of an 8-part series that was originally designed as a 13-week adult class. This part deals with the providence - what God provides - during our earthly lives.

This is Part 6 of an 8-part series that was originally developed for a 13-week adult class, with some of the parts taking more or less than a 45-minute class period. I am starting to post the series on SermonCentral, and plan to post the remaining parts over the next few days as time permits. I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:6-9, 1 Corinthians 2:12-14, 2 Peter 1:3-4, Matthew 7:9-11, 1 John 3:1, Matthew 6:25, Ephesians 3:20-21, Psalm 37:25, 2 Samuel 21:1-14, Genesis 8:22, Matthew 5:45, Acts 17:24-25, 1 Peter 3:12, 2 Chronicles 16:9, Acts 24:2, Luke 15:11-32, Matthew 6:25-34  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Importance Of Faith For Everyday Life

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jul 4, 2004

This sermon is about the importance of faith in everday life and the areas in which we need faith such as 1.FAITH TO BE STRONG 2.FAITH TO PRAY 3.FAITH TO FORGIVE 4.FAITH TO LOVE 5.FAITH TO SUFFER 6.FAITH TO OBEY 7.FAITH TO PRAISE

THE IMPORTANCE OF FAITH FOR EVERYDAY LIFE OUTLINE 1.FAITH TO BE STRONG 2.FAITH TO PRAY 3.FAITH TO FORGIVE 4.FAITH TO LOVE 5.FAITH TO SUFFER 6.FAITH TO OBEY 7.FAITH TO PRAISE THE MESSAGE THE IMPORTANCE OF FAITH FOR EVERYDAY LIFE 1. FAITH TO BE STRONG Faith gives us strength in difficult times ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:35-38

Denomination: Pentecostal

Reaching Out To The Poor Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Oct 10, 2005

The Bible commands us to feed the hungry and look out for the poor.

Reaching out to the Poor Proverbs 14:31 Two events in recent months have turned the attention of our nation to the issue of poverty. One was the conference of the Group of 8 nations in July, where world leaders decided to cancel the debts of the 38 poorest nations of the world to help ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:31

Denomination: Brethren

Is It God's Will?

Contributed by John Bright on Sep 4, 2021

A sermon for the anniversary of 9/11

“Is It God’s Will?” Genesis 45:4-8 A sermon for 8/22/21 Pastor John Bright Genesis 45 “4 And Joseph said to his brothers, “Please come near to me.” So they came near. Then he said: “I am Joseph your brother, whom you sold into Egypt. 5 But now, do not therefore be grieved or angry with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:4-8, Isaiah 55:8-9, Matthew 10:29-31, Daniel 3:17-18, James 1:22-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

The Retribution Of God And Combatting Injustice – The Delicate Balance Of Judgment And Mercy – Part 3 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Oct 11, 2023

For human beings the delicate balance between judgement AND mercy is very hard to maintain and we err one way or the other. God has it absolutely correct. Part 3 looks at that problem, as well as the vengeance and retribution of God. We cover various aspects. “Vengeance is Mine.”

THE RETRIBUTION OF GOD AND COMBATTING INJUSTICE – THE DELICATE BALANCE OF JUDGMENT AND MERCY – PART 3 THE DELICATE BALANCE OF JUDGMENT AND MERCY – CAN HUMAN BEINGS HANDLE IT? One of the mysteries we only partly understand as Christians is what I might call the balancing of the judgment of God ...read more

Scripture: James 2:13, Ephesians 2:3-6, Psalm 17:6-9, Psalm 35:4-5, Psalm 31:3-4, Psalm 9:16, Psalm 7:14-16, Deuteronomy 32:35, Hebrews 10:30, Psalm 137:7-9, Revelation 6:9-11, Revelation 6:16-17, Psalm 139:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

If I Were A Rich Man Series

Contributed by Michael Karpf on Feb 20, 2009

A warning against the dangers of riches; they are temporal and instead of hoarding them, we need to use them in furthering God’s kingdom.

IF I WERE A RICH MAN James 5:1-6 This past week I was reminded of what I shared with you last week about making plans and not consulting God. It’s important to remember that if God wills our plans will come to pass. And we need to trust Him to bring them to pass and if our plans are not His will ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical Free