Sermons on biblical character:

The Character Of Joy Series

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 20, 2007

This is a 2nd sermon on the fruits of the Spirit, or Character of a Christian: Joy!

A. Who here this morning has had one tough week? Tired? Who got angry? Who felt they were lied about? Attacked? Discouraged? Who here was depressed this week? Sad? Lonely? Sick? Sick and tired? Sick and tired of being sick and tired?(Looks like we are in good company) And yet the Chracter of a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-26

Denomination: United Methodist

The Character Of Peace Series

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 20, 2007

This sermon is 3rd in a series on the fruits of the Spirit, or Charcter of a Christian: Peace

I. I have to begin with a little story that came across my e-mail this week about a "haunted car" in Lousianna. (1) This story happened about a month ago in a little town in Louisiana, and while it sounds like an Alfred Hitchcock tale, it’s said to be true. This guy was on the side of the road ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: United Methodist

The Character Of Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 20, 2007

This is the 6th is a series on fruits of the Spirit, namely The Character of a Christian: Faithfulness.

I. What does the word faithful mean in today’s society? Are you? A) always faithful B) sometimes faithful or C) seldom faithful? Maybe you apply it to certain topics: What about to your job, or employer: A) always faithful B) sometimes faithful or C) seldom faithful? How about when we apply ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-17

Denomination: United Methodist

The Character Of Gentleness Series

Contributed by Scott Bradford on Mar 20, 2007

This is part of a sermon series on the fruits of the Spirit, namely the Character of a Christian: Gentleness.

(1) "A picture that will probably always be fixed in our minds from the Oklahoma City bombing is the picture of a fireman holding the body of a baby. We’ll never be able to forget it, will we? What is touching about that picture is the obvious gentleness with which that big, burly fireman is ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Character On Trial Series

Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Jul 24, 2006

The sixth message in a series from the life of Joseph

Trinity Baptist Church July 23, 2006 Series: Character on Display Character on Trial Genesis 43:1-45:15 In the last century, Elbert Hubbard wrote, “the final test of greatness lies in being able to endure contemptuous treatment without resentment.” We’ll watch today as Joseph passes that ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Character Assassination

Contributed by Joshua Brett on Aug 18, 2006

When my charactewr is under attack - will I stand?

CHARACTER ASSASSINATION Romans 5:1-4 Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. And not only that, but we also glory in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Character Of A Disciple Series

Contributed by Brad Rigney on Sep 2, 2006

This is the third sermon in a series on Discipleship. This message is about tsome essential aspects of a Disciple’s Character.

Character of a Disciple Matthew 28:16-20, Pastor Brad Rigney Intro.: A. The subject matter today is one that I consider to be most important. It is that of being a Disciple of Jesus. We often think that Jesus’ only responsibility was to come and Die on the Cross in order to provide salvation ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Adventist

Character Change

Contributed by Ruel Camia on Feb 8, 2007

A person’s character is very difficult to change. But it can be done, though it takes time. Today let us study the character of John and James, and see what we can learn from them.

CHANGE IN CHARACTER VERSES: Mark 3:13-19; Luke 9:28-36, 46-56 Acts 12:1-2; 1 John 4:7-12 A person’s character is very difficult to change. But it can be done, though it takes time. Today let us study the character of John and James, and see what we can learn from them. THE CALL AND ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:13-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Cast Of Characters

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Jan 6, 2006

A Sermon for the First Sunday after the Epiphany The Baptism of Jesus

First Sunday after the Epiphany The Baptism of Jesus Mark 1:4-11 "The Cast of Characters" 4 John the baptizer appeared in the wilderness, preaching a baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. 5 And there went out to him all the country of Judea, and all the people of Jerusalem; and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:4-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Character Counts

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jan 10, 2006

Ananias and Sapphira felt that they could play games with God and the church. There are a few reasons why this is a bad idea.

Passage: Acts 5:1-11 Intro: Every time God is working to accomplish something that involves people, we can be sure of one thing. 1. People will find a way to mess it up! 2. we see it in Scripture, we see it in history, we see it in our own experiences. 3. missions, churches, ministries are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Nature Of Character Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 9, 2010

A look at what Character is how it is formed and how it is lost.

Having Mother’s Day fall during Discover the Word can be a challenge because it is really expected that on Mother’s Day you will speak to Mothers. But when you are focusing on a specific book it can sometimes be hard to find the hook to work with a specific topic. If you were here a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Character Of A Servant

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Jun 7, 2007

Here at the end of the book of Acts, we find Paul under house arrest, but still acting as a servant. What are the characteristics of such a servant?

Passage: Acts 28:17-31 Intro: I heard on the radio the other day that Acts is not a book of theology, but rather a book of history. 1. I agree to a point. It is the record of the early church and what they did. 2. but at the same time, it is a record of the works of God, and so we can ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:17-31

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Calculating Character

Contributed by Monty Newton on Sep 22, 2007

Integrity marks the lives of those who may be trusted in all things.

Title: Calculating Character Text: Luke 16:1-13 Thesis: Integrity marks the lives of those who may be trusted. Introduction A pastor was walking down the street when he came to a group of about a dozen boys between 10 and 12 years of age. The boys surrounded an old dog. Concerned that the boys ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christian Character

Contributed by David Swanger on Jul 13, 2007

Who are you when no one is looking is the essence of your personal character.

WHO ARE YOU WHEN NO ONE IS LOOKING* (Ezek. 8:7-12) 1. Jay Utley tells a story of a homeless man walking up to him on the street and asking for a cup of coffee. The man was drunk and rather obnoxious. After the 2nd or 3rd time Jay got frustrated, and with the man standing close in front of him ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Character Counts!

Contributed by Casey Campbell on Feb 27, 2012

Don't forget who you are: a child of the King!

He who walks with integrity walks securely, But he who perverts his ways will become known. The unstated premise of this verse is that personal security is great blessing. It is a blessing to be able face the world directly, hold your head up high, and not be burdened by the worry of regularly, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:9

Denomination: Baptist