Sermons on Violence:

Standing In The Gap Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 4, 2008

This series focuses on our role as intercessors, through prayer and action.

Standing In The Gap Scripture: Ezekiel 22:30; Isaiah 6:8 Introduction Two weeks ago Nikki and I traveled to Tennessee to visit our family. To get to Tennessee, we traveled east on Interstate 70. Interstate 70 runs from Utah all the way to the upper east coast. As we traveled east on 70 ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 22:26-31, Exodus 18:13-24, Isaiah 6:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living By Faith In Hard Times

Contributed by Marvin Walker on Jan 2, 2004

Leaning how to develop a strong faith during hard times.

I can’t understand why some things happen as they do. It seems that people with the finances to hire the most famous attorneys are much more likely to go free than those who must be represented by assigned public defenders. I become cynical about justice because neither guilt nor innocence seems to ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Good News

Contributed by Ken Henson on Dec 12, 2015

In this world were we see such an abundance of well-publicised bad news. It’s refreshing to renew our interest in this ancient proclamation of Good News Do not be afraid Good news Great Joy For All Nations A Child is Born Glory to God Peace on earth

8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:8-20

Denomination: *other

Yes, God Still Is In Control

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002

Sometimes in our lives we feel that God is not there for us. However, despite what we might think God is always in control

Habakkuk Yes, God still in control Introduction Attention Grabber: The commercial with the guy running a marathon and “Bonking” In many regards our faith is like that. We get so far stumbling around and we do not feel like God is listening. Background 1. The world was not looking good. 2. It ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 1:1-10

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"Treasure With Heart"

Contributed by Steven Old on Jun 14, 2002

With so many choices in the world, it is hard for the believer to know where to place their time, skill, and all of their heart. In Matthew 6:19-21, Jesus gives us a perfect answer for the seeking believer.

Sermon “ Treasure with Heart” By: Steven Old Introduction: What do you treasure? In a world with so many choices, a believer can get confused, in where he should place his treasure. Most people value their family, spouse, children, relative, friends, etc. Society tells us we need to value, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Carrying The Cross With Jesus

Contributed by Sajeev Painunkal, Sj on Apr 9, 2006

Jesus gave a new meaning to human suffering. Now a suffering person can look at the cross of Jesus and find comfort.

She was a Hindu; but all the same, an active member of the Students’ Christian Movement. Then the shocking news came that she was diagnosed with cancer. She was admitted in a hospital. When we went to see her, I expected her to be very bitter. At such a young age to get such a sickness! But ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Warriors For The Kingdom

Contributed by Bob Briggs on Dec 12, 2000

Listen to the sound of the coming revival, there is a call for warriors to rise up in our time.

Have you heard the warriors call today? Turn to Ephesians 6:10 (READ 10-18) There is a renewed call to arms in the land. 1 Corinthians 16:12 says, "Be on your guard, stand firm in the faith, be men of courage; be strong." The church must be united and built up for the inevitable battle ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Fragrance Of Christ's Presence

Contributed by Wayne Burnett on Feb 26, 2001

The presence of Christ in our life is a sweet smelling fragrance to God and the world

THE FRAGRANCE OF CHRIST’S PRESENCE 2 COR 2:14-17 I. THE VICTORY OF CHRIST OVER HIS ENEMIES A. A parallel drawn from the roman custom of celebrating a triumphant outcome in battle 1-a king leading a defeated foe to further humiliate him -Col 2:15 And having spoiled principalities and powers, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Denomination: Church Of God

Lesson 3: Actual Signs

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Nov 8, 2006

WHAT ARE SOME SIGNS OF THE LORD’S RETURN?

A. WHAT ARE SOME SIGNS OF THE LORD’S RETURN? 1. Signs in nature, i.e., “There shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes” (Matt. 24:7). 2. Signs in society. Lawlessness, violence, sexual immorality, greed, selfish pursuit, pleasure seekers, rebellion, despair (II Tim. 3:1-4). 3. Signs ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:7

Denomination: Baptist

A Just And Perfect Man

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 13, 2006

Who is this guy, in this particular time frame in history? I mean, the only one in the whole world that believed God.

A JUST AND PERFECT MAN Heb ll:7 7 By faith Noah, being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith. Heb ll:7 7 By faith Noah, when warned about ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In His Sight

Contributed by Richard Reid on Oct 5, 2006

David’s powerful truths.

In His sight Psalm 139:1-7 10/2/06 O LORD, You have searched me and known me. You know my sitting down and my rising up; You understand my thought afar off. You comprehend my path and my lying down, And are acquainted with all my ways. For there is not a word on my tongue, But behold, O LORD, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Silent Night

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Dec 16, 2015

On a silent night nearly 2000 years ago the cry of a newborn baby ushered in a new beginning for mankind. A saviour had arrived one who would set us free for all eternity. His cry is the one the whole world longs for but finds so very difficult to hear.

Silent Night Matthew 1:18-2:12 Who is this Jesus and why has He come in this way? Why did God use this Jewish couple to reveal the Messiah to the world? If God wanted to save the world from sin why didn’t He make it big news? Why reveal His plan in such an ordinary understated ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 24:17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Call To Priesthood

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 12, 2015

There is a special set of charisms and sufferings for those called to pastoral office in the Church.

Christians, especially Catholics, should never be surprised by suffering and pain. If we are surprised, it ought to be if we do not suffer pain and disappointment and grief. Jesus told us that during His absence, we would weep and lament while the secular world rejoices. St. Teresa commented ...read more

Scripture: John 16:16-22

Denomination: Catholic

Question It All (Habakkuk)

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on May 11, 2015

God gives us the strength to enter in to the faith of our Lord and Savior Christ Jesus in the midst of seeing the vision of His judgment against us.

QUESTION IT ALL (HABAKKUK) by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (May 11, 2015) “The ...read more

Denomination: Friends

City Of Nineveh Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 1, 2018

This sermon is explaining about the present situations of our places of residences. We have problems, we have terrors but Still we can bring changes if we commit to God's plan in prayer.

Nahum 3 City of Nineveh and our Present City 1. Pitiable State of the City of Nineveh (1-7) Prophet Nahum was capable of writing most graphic poetry in the whole of the OT. Nineveh: It was founded by Nimrud in Assyria (Genesis10:11). It was a village during 5th Millennium BC. It lay on the east ...read more

Scripture: Nahum 3:1-19

Denomination: Methodist