Sermons on Vindication:

Obey God Rather Than Men

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Jun 14, 2005

It is sometimes difficult to obey God, but it is wise to do so and essential.

Obey God Rather Than Men Acts 5:29 INTRO.: Indonesian Christians Threatened by Muslim Extremists. (Attached news release) What would we do if given the choice of being silent about our faith or going to prison? I fear many of us would be tempted to cave in to the pressure. We need to obey God ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Jesus Dealt With People Who Under-Valued Him

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 25, 2006

Jesus refused to let people discourage, frustrate, or defeat Him because of their faulty perception of His worth. The Lord knew that His success was not determined by peoples’ estimate of His worth but focused on His heavenly Father’s overwhelming love, p

How Jesus Dealt With People Who Under-Valued Him John 16:33-16:33 1. Jesus refused to let people discourage, frustrate, or defeat Him because of their faulty perception of His worth. The Lord knew that His success was not determined by peoples’ estimate of His worth but focused on His ...read more

Scripture: John 16:33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

I Shall Recover It All

Contributed by Neil Welds on Oct 18, 2006

We are to be protected and armed for a conflict that depends not on human strength but on the power of God. Today is the day of recovery.

I Shall Recover It All Scripture reading: 1 Samuel 30:1-19. Key Verses, 30:8 & 30:19 Introduction. Speak about robbery; times we’ve felt robbed. Talk about the various emotions associated with being robbed or having something stolen. Elaborate on the story of David and Ziklag (refer to Bible) ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 30:1-19, 2 Samuel 30:1-30, 2 Samuel 30:1

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Risen Lord

Contributed by Joseph Mcculley on Feb 17, 2006

This message gives evidence for the resurrection.

Matt. 28: 1-15 The Risen Lord Intro: Evidence in the OJ Simpson trial. Seemingly, ignored by the jury. OJ’s blood found at Nicole’s gate, his driveway, front hall, and in Bronco. Victim’s blood on right glove found behind his house and in his Bronco and on his socks in his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:1-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hoping For Godly Sorrow

Contributed by Jay Patton on May 16, 2002

This sermon is about the need for genuine repentence in the heart of every Christian.

INTRODUCTION: Condit/Clinton sex scandal READ/PRAY Scripture Introduction (Ante-theme): Paul’s sorrowful letter. 2nd of at least 4 letters. Send Titus as a follow up. Proposition: Because Godly sorrow leads to repentance our counseling must cause Godly sorrow. I. Counseling that causes Godly ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:8-11

Denomination: Baptist

Nothing Is Too Hard For Our God

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Nov 27, 2001

The Almighty God

NOTHING IS TOO HARD FOR OUR GOD JER. 32: 17, 27, 42 INTRODUCTION: WHEN WE CONSIDER THE FACT THAT GOD MADE EVERYTHING, WE AFFIRM HIS SOVEREIGNTY. GOD, WHO WAS BEFORE TIME, AND WHO WILL BE WHEN TIME IS NO MORE, HAS AT HIS DISPOSAL UNLIMITED POWER AND RESOURCES THAT CANNOT BE ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 32:17-42

Denomination: Baptist

Benefits Of Controversy

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Spirit taught Paul and Barnabas how controversy may produce many benefits for individuals and the church. When some believing Pharisees said, "It is necessary to circumcise the Gentiles and to direct them to observe the Law of Moses."

Illustration: Paul wrote, "My grace is sufficient for you. Therefore I rejoice in weakness, in insults, and hardships. So that your faith does not rest on the wisdom of men, but on the power of God." (2 Cor. 12:9,10) Illustration: Lord, deliver me from the lust of vindicating myself. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Jesus Knew That No One Could Ruin God's Plan

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How to find certainty in God’s will for your life

Terrible discouragement can be avoided if people realize nothing can ruin God’s plan for their life. God told Jeremiah, "I know the plans I have for you, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." (Jer. 29:11) Illustration:J. Dennis Miller, president of ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jephthah's Daughter- A Woman Of Faith And Grace Series

Contributed by Neil Partington on Jul 5, 2007

We all make dumb mistakes. Jephthah certainly did when he made a vow to the Lord that could affect someone else. That someone was his daughter. This sermon looks at the story as it lifts Jephthah’s daughter up as a woman of grace and faith.

How many of us have ever done something that was really dumb. How many of us have promised something that we can’t fulfill Or we have put our foot in our mouth. This morning we are going to continue our series on women in the Bible by looking at a woman who has no name We know her as ...read more

Scripture: Judges 11:29-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Breaking Free From Insecurities Of Becoming A Leader

Contributed by Fernando Cabrera on Jan 10, 2005

How to break the insecurities that stop us from becoming the leader God wants us to be.

Breaking free from insecurities of becoming a leader By Pastor Fernando Cabrera I Samuel 10:20-27 1. Change your identity (10:24) a. Saul was suffering from an identity crisis i. He felt the least, the last , and leftover 1. Saul insecurity stemmed from shame a. Guilt arises from what we do, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:20-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Blood That Speaks A Better Word.

Contributed by Adam Reichart on Sep 30, 2004

14th Sunday after Pentecost, 3-year Series C, this sermon explores the comparison of testimonies made by the blood of Abel (demanding vengence) and the blood of Jesus (providing forgiveness.)

The text for today’s message is taken from the Epistle Lesson to the Hebrews which we read just a few moments ago, especially these words: “18 You have not come to a mountain that can be touched and that is burning with fire; to darkness, gloom and storm; 22a But you have come to Mount Zion, to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:18-24

Denomination: Lutheran

The Third Day

Contributed by Ronnie Knight on May 9, 2008

The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the single most important event in history because it brings the hope and power of salvation to all mankind. sermon should challenge each listener to place their faith in Jesus Christ.

Subject: Resurrection of Christ Scripture: 1 Corinthians. 15.1-58 Sermon: The Third Day Scope: This sermon should challenge each listener to place their faith in Jesus Christ. Summary: The resurrection of Jesus Christ is the single most important event in history because it brings the hope and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-58

Denomination: Baptist

The Humanity Of Christ

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

The incarnation of Christ, his attributes as the Son of Man, our elder brother, forerunner and representative.

The humanity of Jesus 1. Incarnation- the Christ-child “All that it takes to be a man is found in this Man. In this One called Jesus we encounter a human reality…However the Incarnation is interpreted it is one essential to keep clear in mind that there was no diminution of the human as a result/ ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-18

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham, A Man Challenged #15 Series

Contributed by Raymond Smith on Jan 20, 2008

From Barrenness to Fruitfulness

Abraham, a man of Challenge, Faith and Promise From Barrenness to Fruitfulness Reading: Genesis 20:14 - 21:7 One of the keys of seeing our God move is our coming to the understanding that He does because of His name, and not because we have in any way built up some credit with Him. This is also ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Song Of Loves

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 21, 2018

Both Psalm 45:6-7 and Hebrews 1:8-9 address Jesus as God, yet distinguish Jesus from God.

A SONG OF LOVES. Psalm 45:1-2; Psalm 45:6-9. The mysterious word in the title of this Psalm, ‘Shoshannim’, may refer to a six-stringed instrument, or to the scattering of roses or lilies around the nuptial bed: what we might call confetti today. The word ‘Maschil’ may be a musical reference, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 45:1-2, Psalm 45:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational