Sermons on Upsetment:

David's Inaction (School Shooting)

Contributed by Daniel Park on May 18, 2018

This sermon was in response to the horrific shooting at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas HS in Parkland, FL. Lessons from David's inaction when...1. Tamar was raped by Amnon; 2. Absalom murdered Amnon; 3. Absalom was plotting to overthrow his throne.

As a father of 2 kids in school, I still cannot process what I saw on the news this week. This is no longer a story that happened to some stranger in a different state, as a parent of 2 kids entering that age where they will be attending our school system very soon, this story affected me this week ...read more

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Goat Named Shrek

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Feb 12, 2008

Christians can do great things - through the One who was sent to save us. But first ...... (Text, audio, and Communion meditation will be placed at www.sermonlist.com)

We look for heroes today, and we only find them in comic books, but there used to be a real hero. He lived a long time ago. His name was Jesus, and He led a very action-packed life. Jesus had just healed a man in a cemetery from being demon possessed, and then when he got home, there was a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:1-2

Denomination: *other

How To Feel Good About Yourself Series

Contributed by David Newman on Jan 2, 2008

Learning to not live off the applause of others but only of God. Seeking God;s approval not that of friends and others

The week after Christmas is the hardest week of the year for many people. This is the time when people are tested by the gifts they received or did not receive or by how people responded or did not respond to the gifts that were given. Some people are upset because they did not receive a thank ...read more

Scripture: John 5:44

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Loss Of Focus

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Mar 6, 2009

A message explaining why Martha felt sorry for herself, got angry at her sister, and why she questioned Jesus as to whether He cared for her or not.

How would you feel if your car only started once out of every two or three tries, would you consider it to be a good car? What if the mailman only came to your house a couple times a week, would you consider him to be reliable? What if the electricity only worked occasionally when you flipped the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: *other

The Comeback Kid

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jun 24, 2019

Everyone loves a good comeback story. It's thrilling to see someone go from being on the verge of defeat to clawing their way back into it and then achieve the impossible comeback. Let's take a look at the parable of the prodigal son-the comeback kid.

THE COMEBACK KID Luke 15:11-32 Everyone loves a good comeback story. It's thrilling to see someone go from being on the verge of defeat to clawing their way back into it and then achieve the impossible comeback. There have been many memorable comebacks in sports. One of the most famous ones is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Trespass/Guilt Offering:

Contributed by Gordon Curley on May 23, 2022

'The Trespass/Guilt Offering" Leviticus chapter 5 verses 1 to chapter 6 verse 7 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Bible Reading: Leviticus chapter 5 verses 1 to chapter 6 verse 7. (1). The name of the offering. (2). The items of the offering. (3). The reason for the offering. (4). The fulfilment of the offering. Ill: Silly UK Laws - Did you know… • It's illegal to stand sockless within 100 yards ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

Rushing God's Timing

Contributed by Chip Monck on Mar 9, 2005

A look at the challenge of patiently waiting on God’s perfect timing, and some of the consequences if we fail to do so.

I Samuel 10:1-8, 13:1-14 I don’t know if you have this same phenomenon in the Wesleyan church, but in the Nazarene churches where I grew up, you were pretty safe if you saved yourself some energy and simply carried a New Testament to church. There are places where the Old Testament is hardly ever ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

Rejoice In The Unlikely Miracle Of Baptism

Contributed by Edward Frey on Feb 6, 2004

God’s grace makes baptism valid.

“Eleven seconds, you got ten seconds, the countdown going on right now. Five seconds left in the game! Do you believe in miracles? Yes!” exclaimed ABC-TV sports commentator, Al Michaels. And then the patriotic celebration ensued as the 1980 U.S. hockey team staged the biggest upset in Olympic ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:4-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Seize The Day

Contributed by Will Langford on Jan 24, 2006

This message describes characteristics found in the lives of believers who are seizing opportunities to impact their world for Christ.

Seize the Day Acts 3 Years ago I can remember hosting an older pastor who our church was holding in revival. He was a wonderful preacher and really had a heart for people. Everyplace you took him he seemed to develop a meaningful conversation with someone, regardless of it was at a restaurant or ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Be Quiet, Be Still And Behave

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Aug 14, 2006

Being quiet and still drives us nuts! But we are told in Scripture to seek God in the stillness -- not in the noise and busy-ness of life.

If there is one thing that drives us almost insane, If there is one thing that we cannot stand, If there is one thing that makes us uncomfortable it’s... (The sermon begins with the pastor standing in the pulpit, and simply standing for a full minute, doing nothing but waiting, seeming to be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Church That Made God Sick

Contributed by Duane Brown on Nov 22, 2005

A warning that comes from God when we become lukewarm

14 "To the angel of the church in Laodicea write: These are the words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the ruler of God’s creation. 15 I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot. I wish you were either one or the other! 16 So, because you are lukewarm—neither hot nor cold—I am ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-16, Revelation 13:14, Revelation 13:14-16

Denomination: Holiness

Communication: Listen With The Heart Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Nov 9, 2006

Sermon series based on The DNA of Relationships by Dr. Gary Smally. Communication is more than just hearing words, we have to go deeper to the heart of the matter

COMMUNICATION: LISTEN WITH THE HEART A. We are continuing our series of lessons on The DNA of Relationships based on the book by Dr. Gary Smalley. Today’s lesson is on Communication: Listen with the Heart. ILLUSTRATION: This story appeared in The News Gazette last May. A minister decided ...read more

Scripture: James 3:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trouble In Paradise Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 13, 2003

This is the 6th study in the study "Intimacy". This study looks at the fact that every marriage must contend with problems.

TROUBLE IN PARADISE? Song of Solomon 5:2-8 Every marriage is begun with the idea that life will be perfect. After all you have finally found that one person that makes you happier than you have ever been. Nothing could be so bad to ever ruin that. Unfortunately, marriage is full of trials ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 5:2-8

Denomination: Baptist

Read 'em And Weep

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Sep 23, 2008

This week we will address the emotional area of the 7 areas of our lives that we give up (7UP) to God’s control to be a holistic community that follows Jesus.

7UP: Read ‘Em and Weep John 11:33-35 September 21, 2008 This week we are going to address the emotional area of our lives that we need to give over to God. Of the seven areas that we are to give up to God (7UP to God), these is probably one of the most desperately needed areas for people. It is ...read more

Scripture: John 11:33-35

Denomination: Church Of God

I Will Be Patient Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Feb 1, 2015

A sermon designed to help up to become more patient with people and with circumstances.

"Relaunch 2015" pt. 4 - I Will Be Patient Galatians 5:22-23 Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23 Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. Introduction: I want to welcome you this morning to part 4 of a new ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist