Sermons on Character Development:

Daniel 6: Handling Change Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Sep 3, 2020

Change comes to us all. Daniel handles change with 1) character, 2) commitment, and 3) faith.

HANDLING CHANGE—Daniel 6 Look around at some of our senior citizens (Aren’t they great?), and imagine the changes they have seen in their lifetime: from life in the iconic 1950’s, through the turbulent 60’s, the 70’s and the Vietnam war, leisure suits in the 80’s, and ________ (you fill in the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28, Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Abagail: Woman Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Nov 15, 2020

Part of the series about the characters who has little said about in scipture but a lot to learn from.

Abigail: A Woman of Wisdom Note: I teach these scriptures in a talk show format. I have some read scriptures and then I would ask questions and we would discuss the answers. (1Sa 25:1) Then Samuel died; and the Israelites gathered together and lamented for him, and buried him at his home in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:1-41

Denomination: Church Of God

Christ-Centered Life Sermon I: Replacing Anguish With Joy And Peace Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Aug 19, 2020

A Christian whose character reflects the person of Jesus Christ is destined to live in joy and peace of the contagious kind.

CHRIST AT THE CENTER OF OUR LIVES OVERCOMES ANGUISH WITH JOY AND PEACE Thank the Lord for good and gracious folks whose paths have crossed yours and mine – in my case, during sixty-five years of ministry and marriage! For you, as it was for me and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

God Answers To Himself Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jul 2, 2022

God can do whatever He pleases; His only limiting factor is His own character.

God Answers to Himself (topical) 1. I want to wish all our dads a happy Father’s Day. Some people think Father’s Day should spot light more than just dads. The only child said: Hey Dad, I think I deserve to get half of your Father’s Day gifts. Dad: Oh, what makes you think that? I’m the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 115:1-3, Hebrews 6:18, Psalm 135:5-6, Daniel 4:34-35, Psalm 147:5, Job 42:2, Psalm 50:7-15, Psalm 147:11, Psalm 149:4, Romans 11:34-35, Acts 17:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Build The Church By Being The Church

Contributed by Paul Woodhouse on Aug 16, 2022

Nehemiah has notable character strengths which enabled the Jews to deal with conflict and injustice among them.

There exists a direct correlation between the effectiveness of our mission and how we treat one another as God’s people. We must be the church before we can build the church. We must care for one another before we can hope to reach our neighborhood, this city, the world. *No one is going to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Agent Of The One & Only God Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 2, 2023

Jason Bourne. Dana Scully. Severus Snape. Natasha Romanova. What do these characters have in common?

Jason Bourne. Dana Scully. Severus Snape. Natasha Romanova. What do these characters have in common? Not sure? Well, what if I included this name: James Bond. That’s right. These fictional characters are all agents of one kind or another. Yes, even Severus Snape, who was a double agent for (spoiler ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 7:1-7, Exodus 7:14-24

Denomination: Lutheran

The Gifts Of Holy Spirit

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Oct 30, 2021

The Fruit of the Spirit pertains to the believer’s character, while the Gifts of the Spirit pertain to the believer’s service.

I Corinthians 12:8-10 • Last Sunday we finished up talking about the Fruit of the Spirit. Today we will talk about the Gifts of the Holy Spirit. • The Fruit of the Spirit pertains to the believer’s character, while the Gifts of the Spirit pertain to the believer’s service. • Let’s get ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:8-10

Denomination: Church Of God

Sermon On Dissimulation

Contributed by William Meakin on Dec 12, 2023

Dissimulation is defined as concealment of one’s thoughts, feelings or character. It can include disguise, pretense or codology.

Aaron Blaylock an Arizona-born author once remarked: “The lesson here is temperament. Wanting something is fine but there’s no need to be reckless. If you’ve lost the upper hand in a relationship you’ve got no one to blame but yourself. Taking a relaxed or even an aloof approach sometimes is the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9, 1 Corinthians 2:1-16, 1 Peter 1:22, Matthew 5:44

Commitment Leads To Contentment Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 20, 2023

This is a sermon on Pergamos - it is a sermon that deals with our call, our character and our commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ.

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17; Matthew 4:1-11 Title: Commitment leads to contentment Theme: Commitment INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! One of the greatest leaders of the past century was Sir Winston Churchill. Churchill served as the Prime Minister of the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17, Matthew 4:1-11, Romans 12:1-2, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Luke 9:23, Philippians 3:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

You Learn From What You Keep Gazing

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 10, 2025

What we continually behold shapes our lives, moulds our character, and influences our destiny.

YOU LEARN FROM WHAT YOU KEEP GAZING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 3:18 Key Verse: “But we all, with open face beholding as in a glass the glory of the Lord, are changed into the same image from glory to glory, even as by the Spirit of the Lord.” (2 Corinthians 3:18) Supporting ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Light And Darkness Cannot Mix

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 22, 2025

The Christian life is a call to separation. It is not a call to isolation from the world, but a call to distinction in character, conduct, and conviction.

LIGHT AND DARKNESS CANNOT MIX – Living a Separated Life unto God By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18 Supporting Texts: Ephesians 5:8-11; John 8:12; Romans 12:1-2; 1 Peter 2:9-10; James 4:4 OPENING PRAYER Heavenly Father, We thank You for this precious moment in Your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The God Who Never Changes Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Oct 26, 2025

Our circumstances shift, but God’s character, promises, and purposes remain the same yesterday, today, and forever.

### **Introduction – The Only Constant Is Change** Video Ill.: Sermon Bumper 2 https://englishpluspodcast.com/the-only-constant-is-change-why-this-ancient-proverb-is-the-key-to-modern-life/ By English Plus July 31, 2025 You may have heard the old saying, “The only constant in life is ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6, James 1:17, Hebrews 13:8, Psalm 102:27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Was Herodias In The Bible? PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 27, 2024

Explores the consequences of unrighteous anger and manipulation, and the importance of strong character, using the story of Herod and John the Baptist.

Welcome, beloved family of God. It is a true blessing to gather here together, united in faith and bound by the love of our Lord Jesus Christ. We are here to break open the bread of life, to drink deeply from the wellspring of God's wisdom. We are here to find solace in His word, to find guidance ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:14-29

Topics: Anger, Manipulation

Three Essentials To Christian Service

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jul 13, 2014

As Christians, we must grow and develop the way we serve God. In this message, we will will look at the GOAL of service, the POWER for service and the RESULTS of serving God.

THREE ESSENTIALS TO CHRISTIAN SERVICE Today, we are going to talk about Christian service. One of the things that God require of us is to serve Him. The command of Jesus is very clear: "Your attitude must be like my own, for I, he Messiah, did not come to be served, but to serve and to give my ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 35:1-7

Denomination: Nazarene

At Once - They Followed

Contributed by Barry Hidey on Jan 12, 2001

We all are called to follow Jesus, will you?

"At Once - They Followed" Mark 1:14-20 "And Jesus said to them, "Follow me and I will make you fishers of men.’ And at once they left their nets and followed him." This is the sort of text that preachers love, this piece of a story about the calling of Simon, Andrew. James and John. from the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Methodist