Sermons on Be Real:

Desperate Houswives In Real Life

Contributed by Tommy Oliver on Jan 26, 2008

A Concise outlined sermon on how Joseph Resisted Temptation.

Introduction: Description of how the prime time show Desperate Housewives has depicted our society with schemes, complex family problems and sexual temptation. Transition: A man and his wife were once in a shopping mall when a young attractive woman in short dressed walked by. The husband tried ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Meet The Real Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 11, 2008

Perhaps you think you understand the Holy Spirit. Maybe you think you’ve seen His work on Christian TV. To fully understand the Spirit’s role in the church and in your life you need to listen to this message.

Why is this significant? In the Old Testament, the Holy Spirit came upon individuals for a prescribed period of time. Here the Spirit is being poured out on everyone who believes in Jesus permanently. The Spirit’s purpose is to bring truth to the world about Jesus Christ. To the believer He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-41

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How To Recognize A Real Friend Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Apr 24, 2008

How can you tell a real friend? Solomon gives us some concrete answers, and they may surprise you!

1. Illus. of Don Johnson • Actor best know for his roles in Miami Vice and Nash Bridges. • Back in the 70’s went through a truckload of cocaine and alcohol. He wrecked a half dozen cars, etc. • In 1983 checked into a rehab center and got clean. Turned his life around. • A reporter asked him if he ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 12:26

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Real With Your Self Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 19, 2007

We all wear masks, which puts us in danger of losing our real selves. Jesus shows us how to be real as He deals with threatening people, hostile people, and those whose hearts are full of pain. Montgomery Hills Baptist Church

When you wear a mask – not a Halloween costume mask, but a personality mask, a way-of-being mask – when you wear a mask, you not only hide from others, but you also hide from yourself. You lose your real self. And that is a huge loss. It is crucial to get real with yourself. The poet Paul ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

Super Cool Or Super Real?

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jun 27, 2011

Are you real? That might seem like an obvious question but consider the lengths you go to in order to present yourself as "all together" to your friends and brothers and sisters. Being impressive by appearance can actually impede both your growth in the L

We talk a lot about natural human behavior and how that often runs counter to the real life given to us in Jesus Christ. Today I want to talk about your image. In our natural state we try really hard to present a good image to the world. We try to clean up, dress well, and act civilly. Beyond that, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Real Results Of The Homosexual Movement

Contributed by Jack Woodard on Jul 7, 2011

Many see Homosexuality as they do all other sins; "NO BIG DEAL", but nothing could be farther from the truth according to the Bible. The Scripture shows us that when a person or a nation reach the point that they have embraced homosexuality as a normal li

TITLE: “THE REAL RESULTS OF THE HOMOSEXUAL MOVEMENT UPON AMERICA” TEXT: ROMANS 1:18, 26 “FOR THIS CAUSE GOD GAVE THEM UP…” [HOMOSEXUALITY--IT IS NOT JUST ANOTHER SIN] INTRODUCTION: The following is a short Message I have written about one of the most con­troversial ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Baptist

"The Real Amazing Grace"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Nov 9, 2011

In order to be saved first of all you have to accept that you are lost. This lesson will show how awesome and what real Amazing Grace looks like.

Thank you for everyone who has written in on the “Rescue Story” - http://vimeo.com/31623306 Now that you have seen mine if you are a believer in Jesus Christ then YOU have a Rescue Story also. Everyone has an awesome story of being saved when we used to be lost for eternity. There is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

"The Real Amazing Grace"

Contributed by Brad Henry on Nov 11, 2011

This lesson will show that in order to be saved you FIRST have to know you are lost!!!

Thank you for everyone who has written in on the “Rescue Story” - http://vimeo.com/31623306 Now that you have seen mine if you are a believer in Jesus Christ then YOU have a Rescue Story also. Everyone has an awesome story of being saved when we used to be lost for eternity. There is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:39-43

Will The Real Leader Please Stand!

Contributed by Jim Mccutchen on Jan 16, 2011

The leader understands that God has placed the church in the world and the leader is keenly aware of the value and eternal purpose for which the body of Christ exists. God did not put the church here to serve you but for you to serve Jesus and

WILL THE REAL LEADER PLEASE STAND UP! Mark 10-42-43 Jesus called them together and said, “You know that those who are regarded as rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their high officials exercise authority over them. 43 Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:42-43

Denomination: Christian Church

A Real Economic Stimulus Package Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 25, 2009

11th in a series from Ecclesiastes. Real contentment comes from enjoying what God has already given to us.

Over the past six months or so as the economy has retreated into recession, we have seen one economic stimulus package after another. And although we all hope that the economy will recover, regardless of how we feel about the methods being used, the fact is that no one really knows for sure if any ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Real Neighbours Just Do It Series

Contributed by David Elvery on May 6, 2009

A sermon given during a children’s service - speaking to the children and parents about the Good Samaritan

“Real neighbours just do it – Luke 10:25-37” Gladstone Baptist Church – 19/3/06 am S1 - People don’t seem to be interested in helping other people out today I don’t know about you boys and girls, but I think people are becoming more and more selfish. People don’t seem to be willing to help other ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

Real Christians Walk By Faith

Contributed by Tom Tarpley on Jan 19, 2010

Who's voice are you listening to?

READ 2 TIMOTHY 4:1-5 Good Morning: I want you to do something for me today: Close your eyes and imagine that you are Jesus; Imagine that you are on the cross at Calvary and you’re looking out at the jeering crowd. You the only human who has never sinned- You the one who dedicated his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: *other

Living For Jesus In The Real World

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 22, 2010

*Here in the real world God: -Calls us to some difficult decisions. -Blesses us with excellent examples. -Leads us with dependable directions. -Gives us priceless presents.

Living for Jesus in the Real World 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - December 30, 2009 *I can’t believe it’s been 20 years, but Alan Jackson wrote this country hit: Cowboys don't cry, -- And heroes don't die. And good always wins -- Again and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18, 2 Thessalonians 3:14, 2 Thessalonians 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

Real Life Requires Crucifixion Series

Contributed by Samuel Wilder on Sep 20, 2010

Running through Paul's writings is the power of the cross and our need to turn from our sinful nature and desires. This sermon speaks to that power and that need in our lives.

Do you know what I once was? I was once an enemy of God. I was once what Paul called, in Eph. 2:3, an object of God’s wrath, that is, his anger, his righteous indignation. I was wasting my life gratifying the cravings of my sinful nature as I turned down the voice of morality in my head ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Fear Of The Lord Real Conviction

Contributed by Dennis Selfridge on Sep 22, 2010

Thefear of God makes us love Him more

1 TIM 2:1-7 Dear Father and Lord Jesus Christ, This is for all people everywhere. We plead for all people because they all need You! We pray for all people because many never talk to You! We intercede for all people because most do not know what to ask! We give thanks for all people for few express ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan