Sermons on Biblical Success:

A Watchful Life Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 2, 2002

The price of a successful family life is a watchful eye over the essentials.

August 11, 2002 My daughter, Jennifer, sent me the story of a king in Africa who had a close friend with whom he grew up. The friend had a habit of looking at every situation that ever occurred in his life (positive or negative) and remarking, "This is good!" One day the king and his friend were ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 7:1-73

Denomination: United Methodist

Walk Like A Man

Contributed by Hiram Withers on Nov 14, 2018

One of the newest catch phrases in today’s world is “toxic masculinity”. Masculinity only becomes toxic when men do not lead as God intends them to lead.

One of the newest catch phrases in today’s world is “toxic masculinity” , while there is a real application for this phrase, when applied to men who are violent, abusive, overly aggressive and overtly forceful. It is now being applied to all men. Modern society looks at the characteristics of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:18, 1 Corinthians 16:13-14

The Church In The Next Generation

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 9, 2025

Every generation is a new opportunity for the Church to continue the mission of Christ. The relevance and survival of the Church in the next generation depend on the spiritual foundation laid by today’s believers.

THE CHURCH IN THE NEXT GENERATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Psalm 78:5-7 "For he established a testimony in Jacob, and appointed a law in Israel, which he commanded our fathers, that they should make them known to their children: That the generation to come might know them, even the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 78:5-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Prescription For Powerful Peace Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 26, 2006

According to a Gallup Poll, many people believe "peace of mind" is critical for success in life. So why doesn’t everybody experience this peace?

Begin by reciting Galatians 5:22-23a “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control.” OPEN: Some time back the Gallup organization polled Americans about their most important criteria for judging personal success. They ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Press The Panic Button Just Yet

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jun 9, 2005

A Biblical look at anxiety

Growing up in northern West Virginia you don’t really give much thought to furious storms let alone tornadoes. When you think of tornadoes you often think about places such as Kansas. About thirteen years ago a series of storms that contained tornadoes swept through the area of West Virginia ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Intercessory Prayer

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

SUCCESSFUL MINISTRY DEPENDS ON INTERCESSORY PRAYER 1.

SUCCESSFUL MINISTRY DEPENDS ON INTERCESSORY PRAYER 1. We Need Others to Support Our Ministry With Their Prayers (:30) a. The Motivation for Intercessory prayer b. The Effort involved -- "strive" c. The Partnership -- "together with me" 2. We Need Intercessory Prayer to Protect Us From Opposition ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:30-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

To Follow Jesus Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 7, 2001

The key to being a successful Christian is following Jesus

To Follow Jesus Selected Passages – Matthew 4:19a January 7, 2001 Introduction I. Follow the Leader Have you ever played the game “Follow the Leader?” The game consisted of one person who was the leader and the rest of the players were followers. The leader did something and the rest of the group ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:19

Denomination: Church Of God

Investment Advice

Contributed by Carl Willis on Apr 14, 2001

How to make successful investments into the Kingdom of Heaven

Investment Advice Matthew 25:14-28 1. You must know the rules of investing A. You must know the results that are sought - What are the objectives - Growth - Personal Growth Gal. 5:22 - Growth of God’s Kingdom - Matt. 28:19-20 - Current return - Honoring God - ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Advice For Travellers - Part 1

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002

4 keys for a successful passage through life.

READ: Psalm 84 This is a very well-known and well-loved Psalm; a beautiful Psalm. It’s a “psalm of pilgrimage”. Every year crowds would flock to Jerusalem for the Feast of Tabernacles. They would make the journey from every part of the territories occupied by Israel. They would make their ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Advice For Travellers - Part 2

Contributed by Phil Morgan on Apr 7, 2002

4 keys for a successful passage through life.

READ: Psalm 84 We began to look at some verses of this Psalm together the last Sunday morning I was preaching, and you may recall that I didn’t finish all that I wanted to share with you and so we return to it again today. To refresh your memory: This is a “Psalm of Pilgrimage”. It is set in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 84:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

"How To Get Promoted" Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 5, 2002

We may need to re-define "success"

“How to Get Promoted” Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts A few days ago I received an email from a friend in Germany, a fellow Army Chaplain. He had some bittersweet news--he had just been selected for promotion to Lieutenant Colonel…but many of his ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 41:1-57

Denomination: Congregational

Mr. Big

Contributed by Paul Decker on Feb 21, 2005

True success is found in loving as Jesus loves.

MR. BIG John 13:31-38 S: Love and Failure Pr: True success is found in loving as Jesus loves. Type: Inductive, Narrative PA: How is the change to be observed? • See God’s glory. • Love one another. • Reach others by pointing to Jesus. Version: ESV RMBC 20 February 05 AM ...read more

Scripture: John 13:31-38

Denomination: Baptist

Ministry Instructions Series

Contributed by Phillip Day on Aug 21, 2006

Paul gives Timothy the keys to a successful ministry.

Ministry Instructions 1 Timothy 6:1-21 I. Labor in Love (v. 1-2) a. Regard bosses with respect and love (v. 1; Ephesians 6:5; Titus 2:9-10; 1 Peter 2:18) b. Especially regard Christian bosses with love (v. 2; Galatians 3:28) II. Gain from Godliness (v. 3-10) a. Avoid confusion (v. 3-5; 1 Timothy ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Principles To Build Upon: Harmony Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on May 9, 2008

Unity within the church is vital to the success of the church.

Principles to Build Upon: Harmony Introduction: The last few weeks we have discussed principles that we must build upon. If we are going to grow as a church there are several pillars that we must build upon. We have talked about the importance of maintaining the Truth, of worshipping in spirit ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:44-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pitfalls Of Parenting 2 Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Feb 10, 2008

This is the second sermon looking at tips for successful parenting.

Pitfalls of Parenting from the bottom of the Pit 2 I think it was John Wilmot 2 Earle of Rochester who said, “Before I was married I had six theories on raising children, now I have six children and no theories.” Last week we looked at Proverbs 22:6 Direct your children onto the right path, and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:16-21

Denomination: Wesleyan