Sermons on Avoiding Temptation:

The Wisdom Of Silence

Contributed by James Dina on Aug 15, 2020

It is a great part of prudence to know when to be silent and when to speak. If you have nothing good, true or useful to say, it is better to be silent and say nothing. You have two ears and one mouth—use them proportionately.”

THE WISDOM OF SILENCE Oh, that you would be silent, and it would be your wisdom! (Job 13:5) “A fool utters all his mind: but a wise man keeps it in till afterwards.”—Proverbs 29:11 The tongue is a deadliest weapon. It’s quick, sharp ...read more

Scripture: Job 13:5, Proverbs 29:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sanctification PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 30, 2024

This sermon encourages Christians to live as beacons of God's holiness, resisting worldly conformity and embodying God's character in their thoughts, words, and actions.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is indeed a joyous day, a day filled with the promise of God’s unending love and mercy, a day that the Lord has made for us to rejoice and be glad in. As we gather here, let us open our hearts and minds to the wisdom and guidance that comes from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:3-4, Ephesians 5:27, Romans 12:2

Topics: Holiness

Sloth. Series

Contributed by John Morris on Mar 5, 2008

Laziness is a core issue for most of us.

We started a few weeks talking about what is called “the 7 deadly sins”. An ancient list of core sins that are appetizing to all people everywhere. It was constructed by early Church leaders in the sixth century. Great Christians over the ages have recognized that these particular sins can ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fidelity In All Things, Especially Marriage

Contributed by Andre King on Oct 17, 2015

Fidelity and Loyalty are needed in all areas of our lives, especially marriage.

• I’VE BEEN IN THIS PULPIT FOR MORE THAN A YEAR AND THIS IS THE FIRST LESSON THAT I’VE ATTEMPTED TO PREACH ON MARRIAGE. • MAYBE I WAS AFRAID. TO BE ABLE TO SPEAK FROM THE WORD OF GOD ON A PARTICULAR SUBJECT, ONE MUST FEEL THAT HE HAS A MASTERY OF IT OR AT LEAST A WORKING ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:15-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Heart In The Right Place

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 24, 2024

Most of us are farsighted about sin—we see the sins of others but not our own.

Opening illustration: “Could they not carry their own garbage this far?” I grumbled to Jay as I picked up empty bottles from the beach and tossed them into the trash bin less than 20 feet away. “Did leaving the beach a mess for others make them feel better about themselves? I sure hope these people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:10-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Beauty & The Beast Series

Contributed by Larry Thompson on Jun 6, 2002

In our homes, believers must deal with the sin nature. Being in control of the Spirit rather than the flesh is the difference between Beauty & Beast.

¡§Happily Ever After¡K¡¨ ¡V Part One ¡V 2002 Family Sermon Series ¡§BEAUTY AND THE BEAST¡¨ OUR SEARCH FOR THE PERFECT MATE Ephesians 4:17-32 Introduction: Brief background of Fairytale ¡§Beauty and the Beast¡¨ followed by ¡§what they both discovered about themselves was the potential to have both ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Baptist

Storing And Chewing Series

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Nov 22, 2003

This sermon deals with learning to memorize and meditate on scripture.

Storing And Chewing Prov 7:2-3,Psa 119:11, 105, 41-43, Zec 4:6, Jer 15:16 , 1 Pet 3:15, Psa 63:6, Psa 119:72 Prov 4:23, Rom 12:2, John 15:7, Josh 1:8, November 7, 2003 I. I’ve been talking about habits that we need to develop as Christians, and I’m still on the habit of spending time with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Psalm 119:11

Denomination: Baptist

Striving For Holiness Series

Contributed by David Owens on Mar 22, 2010

Why should we be holy? What is holiness? How do we become holy? We try to answer those questions in this sermon.

Introduction: A. Have you ever gotten all cleaned up and dressed up and then found it hard to stay that way? 1. There was a very funny commercial that aired during a recent Super Bowl. a. The commercial showed a young man who was in at a job interview with a stain on his shirt. b. As he tried ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our New Heart Cherishes Genuine Righteousness Series

Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Mar 7, 2011

Jesus aims at our hearts as he exposes sins of anger, lust, and misusing God's name. Only his righteousness can cover us. And with the new heart his righteousness brings, we cherish genuine righteousness wanting our hearts and lives to match his.

Text: Matthew 5:21-37 Theme: Our New Heart Cherishes Genuine Righteousness A. A righteousness pure from sinful anger B. A righteousness pure from sinful lust C. A righteousness pure from misusing God's name Season: Epiphany 6a Date: February 13, 2011 Web page: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Balancing Privilege And Responsibility

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 27, 2003

Have you ever wondered to what degree privilege brings responsibility? In this age of great privilege people need to know something about their responsibilities or they will squander great opportunities.

Privilege Brings Responsibility (Rom. 3:1,2) Illustration:When Queen Victoria was a child, she didn’t know she was in line for the throne of England. Her instructors, trying to prepare her for the future, were frustrated because they couldn’t motivate her. She just didn’t take her studies ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Godly Service Involves Humility And Tears

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 11, 2001

Paul gives us a great example of a godly servant who demonstrated a tearful humility that produced great results

Why Serving the Lord Involves Humility, Tears and Trials? (Acts 20: 19) Why do so many people struggle to be transparent and open in their relationships? Illustration:Los Angeles Dodgers manager Tommy Lasorda describes his battle with bad habits: "I took a pack of cigarettes from my pocket, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Konwing And Doing God's Will Series

Contributed by Mark Mohler on Jun 26, 2004

Aiding believers in finding God’s will for theeir lives

Knowing and Doing God’s Will Colossians 1:9-14 Introduction: Isn’t Yahoo maps great? The driving directions tell us exactly where to go, what turns to make, how to get where we are wanting to go. Ever wish God has a website we could log into and find out where he wants our life to go? This sermon ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

How To Make The Most With Your Money

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2006

Realize that the accumulation of wealth is a vain attempt to find satisfaction. Solomon wrote, "Labor not to be rich: cease from your own wisdom. Will you set your eyes on that which is not? For riches certainly will make wings for themselves; they fly aw

How Can the Lord Help You Overcome Problems Related to Money? by Paul Fritz Proverbs 11:28-11:28 1. Concentrate on being more spiritually productive allowing the Lord to provide to you whatever is necessary rather than what you think you. Solomon wrote, "Whoever trusts in his riches will fall, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How Can The Lord Help You Overcome Problems Related To Money?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 25, 2006

Concentrate on being more spiritually productive allowing the Lord to provide to you whatever is necessary. Solomon wrote, "Whoever trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like a green leaf."

How Can the Lord Help You Overcome Problems Related to Money? Proverbs 11:28-11:28 1. Concentrate on being more spiritually productive allowing the Lord to provide to you whatever is necessary. Solomon wrote, "Whoever trusts in his riches will fall, but the righteous will thrive like a ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Slaves Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by David Baeder on Nov 8, 2008

This is the second of a series of sermons based on scriptures where a rhetorical question beginning with the phrase "Do you not know. . ." is asked. This sermon deals with the rhetorical question asked in Romans 6:16. "Do you not know that if you present

Series: Do You Not Know? Sermon: Slaves of Righteousness Text: Romans 6:15-23 Introduction: Slavery. It’s an ugly word; usually. When we hear the word “slavery” it brings up all kinds of images. Images of trafficking in human misery. Images of poverty and oppression. Images of cruelty and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:15-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ