Sermons on Unreasonable People:

God's Judgment About Judging Other People Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Apr 22, 2021

Jesus tells us not to judge: 1. Because of the boomerang effect (vs. 1-2). 2. Because of our spiritual blindness (vs. 3-5). 3. Because God wants us to bless other people (vs. 5-6).

God's Judgment about Judging Other People The Gospel of Matthew Matthew 7:1-6 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - October 28, 2018 (Revised April 22, 2021) MESSAGE: *Rich Atchley said, "If you went to the average university campus today, and asked students if they know a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Week 1: Why Bad Things Happen To Good People Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on May 23, 2021

Did you know that your life is like a can of shaving cream? A label on the side of such a can says: “Warning: contents under pressure; don’t throw into fire.” (Walther Prince) It doesn’t matter who you are—young, old, rich, poor, sick, healthy—each one of us is under pressure...

Did you know that your life is like a can of shaving cream? A label on the side of such a can says: “Warning: contents under pressure; don’t throw into fire.” (Walther Prince) It doesn’t matter who you are—young, old, rich, poor, sick, healthy—each one of us is under pressure. We face peer ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Did The People Believe Them? (Exodus 4:29-31) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 24, 2022

The Lord instructed Noah, "Make thee an ark of gopher wood; rooms shalt thou make in the ark. The ark's length shall be three hundred cubits, the breadth of it fifty cubits, and its height thirty cubits." God told Noah to make three levels in the ark.

Did The People Believe Them? (Exodus 4:29-31) Author: Tom Lowe, 5/24/2022 Noah and the Ark (This story is found in Gen. 6–9.) Noah lived at a time when the people on the earth were evil. Their minds were constantly filled with violent, evil thoughts, and they did many terrible things. Despite ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Lost And Found: A Christmas Message: God Values Lost People

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Dec 9, 2018

We are all aware of the Core and the Clutter of Christmas. What is the Core message of Christmas? Join me as I take a look at this through the theme of Lost and Found.

Lost and Found : A Christmas Message : God VALUEs people Have you lost anything recently? Your wallet? Your keys probably? Your watch? Glasses, if you use them? How about smartphones? That is a most commonly lost item. How about your passwords? In a digital age, it becomes more important than any ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-4, Jeremiah 31:3, Romans 8:38-39, Isaiah 49:15-16, John 3:16, Luke 19:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Grievously Abused Verse: "if My People..."

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 17, 2025

We have a high and holy privilege of asking anything of God, knowing that we will receive what we ask when we ask in the Name of Christ our Lord.

“If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.” “If my people who are called by my name…” You will no doubt recognise the opening words of this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

What Does The Book Of James Say About Rich People?

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on May 8, 2024

Why does James not like rich people? The culture tells us why. Wealth is not a problem today. It is how wealth is obtained and used that is the potential problem.

What does the book of James say about rich people? James 2:1-7 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz James 2:1 My brethren, do not hold your faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ with an attitude of personal favoritism. 2 For if a man comes into your assembly with a gold ring and dressed in fine ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-7

Denomination: United Methodist

God Uses People Who Make Mistakes Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 13, 2025

What Peter learned from mistakes.

INTRODUCTION – REVIEW 1. Indecisive: It took three calls to get Peter, What lesson did he learn? Commitment. 2. Unbelief: Peter sank in the storm, what lesson did he learn? Faith. 3. Peter jumped to conclusions: rebuked by Jesus. What lesson did he learn? Think through things. 4. Embarrassment: ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Ways That Unsaved People Think They're Saved Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 1, 2025

Here are few ways unsaved people think they're saved, along with biblical corrections:

As Christians, it's essential to understand that salvation is a gift from God, received through faith in Jesus Christ (Ephesians 2:8-9). However, many people mistakenly believe they are saved when, in fact, they are not. Here are few ways unsaved people think they're saved, along with ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Hebrews 11:6

Four Kinds Of People In Responding To God's Word

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Feb 21, 2024

Why does the same sermon receive different responses from its listeners? This sermon shows four types of listeners in responding to God's word.

Often, Jesus spoke in parables. According to "Vine's Expository Dictionary," the word "parable" in Greek means "to place one thing next to another for the purpose of comparing." A "parable" is an illustrative story in which a familiar idea is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:3-9, Matthew 13:18-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The King Teaches His People (Matthew 5:13-48)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Nov 25, 2024

The Lord Jesus Christ began His "sermon on the mount" by addressing the blessings His people possess. He continues His teachings, covering topics such as influence, the Law, behavior, and how to love one's enemies.

Matthew 5:13-16: Jesus compared all true believers to salt, which was used as not only a flavoring but as a preservative against spoilage. Our lives and words are to be used by the LORD to preserve morality and godliness in an increasingly decaying society. Like salt, our lives can be catalysts ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-48, Luke 6:20-49, Exodus 20:13, Proverbs 6:16-19, Deuteronomy 24:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Why 31 Million Have Abandoned Faith In America

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 12, 2008

Over 31 million Americans are part of this exodus from the church, Samford said, citing a Barna Group study.

Why 31 Million Have Abandoned Their Faith In America (Conquering conflict, crisis and circumstances) (Phil. 2:1-10) Some American Christians have lost their confidence in church, but that they also have lost their faith in the Bible, the church and Christian beliefs, said the author, who was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Pirates Who Don't Do Anything

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 31, 2006

A sermon on 2 Thessalonians 3 on prayer for the preacher. (Needed: Veggie Tales video of the Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything)

Sermon for 7/30/2006 2 Thessalonians 3:1-15 The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything Introduction: After hundreds of years, a model preacher has been found to suit everyone. He preaches exactly 20 minutes and then sits down. He condemns sin, but never hurts anyone’s feelings. He works from 8 am to 10 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

34) Telling Others About Jesus!

Contributed by Brandon Max on Feb 27, 2022

Everyone has a personal ministry - because God has called everyone to share and proclaim His Gospel truth. This ministry simply involves telling others about Jesus Christ. It begins in our homes with family and those closest to us, and then it extends outside of our homes with those we meet.

34) TELLING OTHERS ABOUT JESUS GOSPEL STRATEGY RELATING TO PEOPLE TEXT: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 BRIEF RECAP By now most of you are probably becoming more than familiar with, The challenge found in Luke 1:1 - which makes reference to: “...A declaration of those things which are most surely ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

Pray Purposefully Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Aug 19, 2024

3 more ways to view "Deliver us from evil" (Material adapted from Bob Hostetler's book, Red Letter Prayer Life; chapter 13 of the same title)

HoHum: Story from Bob Hostetler in Red Letter Prayer Life: Two of my dearest friends in the world, Dave and Becky, told me the amazing story of their mission trip some years ago to the mountain town of San Luis, Honduras. They traveled as part of a combined medical and evangelistic team that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13, Romans 7:15-25, 2 Thessalonians 3:2, Ephesians 6:18-19, 1 Corinthians 10:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith Lessons From The Lord Of The Rings

Contributed by Greg Hanson on Apr 15, 2007

Tolkien’s The Lord of the Rings is filled with Christian imagery (intentional or not). This message looks at four spiritual themes found in the first of the trilogy.

In just 3 days, the story will be complete. Actually, the story was completed 48 years ago, but in 3 days the final part of the trilogy will be released on the big screen. I’m talking, of course, about The Lord of the Rings. J.R.R. Tolkien released his first fantasy work called The Hobbit way ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan