Sermons on 1 Timothy 4:1-14:

Training In Godliness Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 14, 2021

Do not forsake your first love for Jesus Christ and so, train for godliness everyday!

Let us continue to worship with the Word of God. Open your Bibles to 1 Timothy 4. About 2000 years ago, the Christian Church in Ephesus was growing and Timothy was appointed to lead. We noted God protecting His Church by listing qualifications for Overseers (Bishops, Pastors, Elders of today), ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Just Be Thankful Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jun 16, 2021

Thanksgiving Holiday: "In latter times some will depart from the faith . . . commanding to abstain from foods which God created to be received with thanksgiving" (1 Timothy 4:1-2). We must be thankful for everything God has provided!

I’ve entitled our message for this morning “Just Be Thankful.” If I were to subtitle this sermon, it would be “Learning Contentment in Tofurkey Times.” Right now you’re probably thinking I’m crazy, or perhaps you’re stumped wondering what tofurkey is! Hang on, and a little later in the message I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

4 Areas Of Growth In Life Series

Contributed by Peter Naveen Saketi on Jun 17, 2021

The ultimate goal for every believer is to become mature and be transformed into the Image of our Lord Jesus. From the time we get saved, we start to grow. But growing spiritually alone is enough? What about the other areas in life? Let us learn the lessons from the life of our Lord!

Luke 2:52 says that Jesus increased in Wisdom and stature and in Favor of God and men Here we see 4 areas of growth: 1. "In Wisdom" which is about Phycological Growth: - Jesus had shown His Wisdom all His life through His Words and Actions. He Himself is Wisdom! - What ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:19, Ephesians 5:15, James 3:17, Proverbs 1:7, 1 John 1:7, 3 John 1:2, 1 Corinthians 1:30, John 2:13, 1 Timothy 4:11, James 1:5, Romans 12:17, Ecclesiastes 2:1, Galatians 5:16, Isaiah 40:31, John 10:10, Hosea 4:6, Titus 3:8, Luke 2:52  (view more)  (view less)

A Call To Spiritual Maturity Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 21, 2021

Timothy was called to be a church leader and were given instructions to be an example to many as he matured spiritually and all Christians are to do the same!

Next week will be our last public worship service; but, no matter where we all end up, we must stay faithful to Jesus Christ for He is faithful to us forever! I will repeat it again next week my final message to you: Stay faithful to Jesus Christ as He is faithful to us forever and we will be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

We Must Live Godly Lives Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 21, 2021

Based 1 Timothy 4:7 - Challenges hearers to understand the components of living a godly life

“WE MUST LIVE GODLY LIVES” 1 Timothy 4:6-10 FBCF – 6/20/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Shift from corporate emphasis to individual emphasis this morning in “How to Do Church.” EXPLANATION – 1 Timothy 4:6-10 Continuing “How to Do Church” series. Quote from Judah Smith: “The Church isn’t a building. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Stand Your Ground! Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jun 21, 2021

Message teaches the practical application of the metaphor of armor in Eph. 6:10-17. Christians are in a spiritual battle simply because they are Christians. In an increasingly antichristian culture this teaching becomes even more essential.

The title of this message is: Stand Your Ground! There are times and season when the devil’s assaults against believers are more intense than at other times. Scripture not only tells us to be prepared for such times, but also tells us how to be prepared. That’s our subject today. I am an optimist. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20, 1 Corinthians 16:9, Hebrews 11:32-35, 2 Corinthians 10:4, Proverbs 6:27-28, Ephesians 4:25, 1 Timothy 4:13, Mark 16:15, Luke 22:31-32, 1 Thessalonians 5:8, Luke 4:3-13, 1 Peter 3:15, Joshua 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Christians Should Not Open Demonic Doors

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Jun 23, 2021

There are many ways to get into trouble with the demonic these days. Today, I want to focus on the Four demonic things that will lead you astray.

Christians should NOT Open Demonic Doors There are many ways to get into trouble with the demonic these days. Today, I want to focus on the Four demonic things that will lead you astray. 1 Timothy 4:1 (KJV) Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1, 1 John 4:1, Genesis 4:10, Hebrews 12:24, 2 Corinthians 8:9, Deuteronomy 18:10-13, Psalm 27:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Spiritual Discipline Of Meditation Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jun 25, 2021

An ongoing look at Spiritual Disciplines and their benefit in our lives. Looking at Christian Meditation

Spiritual Disciplines - Meditation June 27, 2021 Have you ever had something happen in life where at that very moment you were unable to think rationally? Sometimes, it’s those little things, little decisions, and you just feel paralyzed about what to do. And there are also those monumental ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Heavenly Portals Or Potholes To Hell?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Apr 28, 2020

There has been a dramatic increase in the number of those who say they are experiencing angelic visitations as a result of open heavenly "portals"

NASA has used spacecraft to detect energetic particles and magnetic openings in the Earth's magnetosphere. They are known as 'X-points' or electron diffusion regions where the magnetic field of Earth connects to the magnetic field of the Sun, creating an uninterrupted path leading ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14, Proverbs 8:32-36, Genesis 28:12, Genesis 28:15, John 1:51, John 14:6, Joel 2:28-29, Psalm 24:7, Psalm 141:3, Psalm 78:23, Revelation 4:1-2, Luke 8:17, 1 Timothy 4:1-2, Ephesians 5:11, 2 Timothy 3:16, 1 Thessalonians 5:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Fitness

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 16, 2020

How to Remain Spiritually Fit

INTRODUCTION How can we remain spiritually fit? THE WORD OF GOD The means by which we grow spiritually. It was by the Word of God that Jesus resisted the devil It is by God's Word in our hearts that we can resist sin. The Word of God is foundational to our spiritual fitness. Develop the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beware Of False Doctrine

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jan 31, 2021

In an age of apostasy, be careful of what you hear and even see.

1 Timothy 4:1 Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; 2 Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron; 3 Forbidding to marry, and commanding to abstain ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-5, 2 Peter 2:1, 1 John 4:1, 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Baptist

Learning From Youth Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 30, 2021

The Bible honors both the old and the young. God sees great potential in both, and He has used both marvelously time and time again to accomplish His will in history.

A Sunday school teacher was telling her class of girls about how the children of Israel carried things out of Egypt, and of how the children of Israel carried the Tabernacle in the wilderness, and of how the children of Israel crossed the Red Sea, and of how the children of Israel built the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Gifted Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on May 21, 2018

Are you familiar with Gary Larson's The Far Side? One of his more popular cartoons is "school for the gifted". That's how we can be. God has gifted us but the way we act sometimes you wouldn't know it. We need to make sure we don't bury our talents.

GIFTED Are you familiar with cartoonist Gary Larson-Far Side. One of his more popular cartoons is "the school for the gifted". [show cartoon]. That's how we can be sometimes, isn't it? God has gifted us but the way we act sometimes you wouldn't know it. Mark's sermon last week featured the parable ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, 1 Peter 4:10-11, 1 Timothy 4:12-16, 2 Timothy 1:5-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Walking Towards Spiritual Fitness

Contributed by Steve Taylor on Jun 9, 2018

Spiritual growth requires effort and diligence, and it takes time. It’s not a one shot deal. There’ll be constant battles. But just like physical fitness, you’ve gotta keep getting back out there, and start back working out, your body, mind and soul.

Do you ever feel like you’re slipping with your faith? You just can’t seem to keep steady with doing what you know it takes to be a good Christian. You just can’t be that perfect projection of what’s perceived to be the “perfect Christian”. Well believe me, true spiritual growth requires effort ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Set An Example!

Contributed by David Mende on Jul 7, 2018

We have a lot of people who talk the talk, but very few people who walk the talk. We desperately need more believers who can live lives which are worthy to imitate. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

A brief, simple, but expressive eulogy was pronounced by Martin Luther upon a pastor at Zwickau in 1522 named Nicholas Haussmann. "What we preach, he lived," said the great reformer. ~ Martin Luther. It’s hard to find people who set a godly example for others. We have a lot of people who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God