Sermons on Character Development:

Write Scripture On Your Hearts, Saturate Yourself In It. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jul 15, 2023

Scripture is a blessing that many of us take for granted, a tool that will establish us well for spiritual battles and develop us as individuals in life and in character.

We are blessed to live in part of the world where we are able to still share scripture openly. There are countries in where the sharing of God’s word is illegal, where people would love to have access to read the Bible openly but do not. There are other places where the Bible is held in very high ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-3, Proverbs 7:3, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Matthew 4:1-11, Psalm 139:14, Proverbs 7:2-3, Deuteronomy 11:18-19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Brand New Man Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Mar 26, 2007

As Christians, our daily walk should be categorically different than that of non-Christians. Our walk should reflect the fact that we are newly created in Christ.

1. A brand-new man thinks right (17-18) 2. A brand-new man feels right (19) 3. A brand-new man acts right (20-22) 4. A brand-new man is right (23-24) EPHESIANS 4:17-24 I remember back several years ago when we lived in Mississippi, I had an old, beat up Toyota pickup. I bought it while we were ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

Fruits That Bring Delight

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 31, 2006

Without a consistent renewing of our spiritual, emotional and mental capacities with the fruit of the Spirit we will grow weak, vulnerable to temptation and unable to fulfill God’s greater purposes for lives.

Fruits That Delight (Psalm 34:8-12) "Oh taste and see that the Lord is good." We often hear about the need to eat our daily portion of fruits and vegetables. A healthy diet should contain at least 4-6 serving of fruits to build up our anti-oxidant levels that fight against the free radicals ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:8-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

2 Pentecost A

Contributed by Roger Haugen on May 30, 2002

The foundations that are laid early in life are essential. Although, not very exciting, foundations are essential if a building or faith is to stand the storms of life.

2 Pentecost A Matthew 7:21-27 2 June 2002 Rev. Roger Haugen I love to watch construction and have been enjoying the building of the new bridge across the river. It is amazing to watch the preparatory work. They have spent many months building dikes so they can work out in the river, sinking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Hope Comes Through Suffering

Contributed by Nick Scarpa on May 28, 2004

As the old expression goes, "There’s light at the end of the tunnel" this sermon tells us that there is hope at the end of the suffering.

¡§Hope Comes Through Suffering¡¨ This morning we are going to talk about hope from the perspective of a man of God who experienced tremendous suffering. The apostle Paul was the last apostle chosen during the time the first church was getting started. Like the other apostles, Paul was chosen by ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-12, Romans 5:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Where Displeasure Meets Grace—part Ii

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 2, 2002

Jonah’s displeasure with God’s actions was met by God’s grace. Part 2 of a 3-part sermon—3 negative aspects.

WHERE DISPLEASURE MEETS GRACE-II—Jonah 4:1-11 A man walks into a doctor’s office. The man has a sausage coming out of his ear, a waffle out of his nose & a slice of bacon out of his other ear. He asks the doctor what’s wrong. The doctor replies, "You’re just not eating right." The man’s ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

#1a Introduction To Fruit Of Spirit Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 29, 2002

This is the introduction to our study on the fruit of the Spirit.(1A)

WE ARE BEGINNING A STUDY OF THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT THIS IS An OVERVIEW OF FRUIT AND FRUIT PRODUCTION. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com OUR TEXT FOR THIS SERIES: Galatians 5:22 But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long-suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, 23. Meekness, ...read more

Scripture: John 15:2-8, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Seasons Of Spiritual Life Series

Contributed by John Tung on Apr 20, 2004

A Christian’s spiritual life goes through a process that is often similar to the seasons of the year.

THE SEASONS OF SPIRITUAL LIFE Luke 8:11-15 John Tung, 11-16-03 I. Introduction November is an interesting month. You have rain, sometimes, even snow, in November. It gets warm and it gets cold. It is windy; it is mild. And of course the leaves turn beautiful colors. It has a little bit of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

In The Hands Of The Potter

Contributed by Jeff Simms on May 2, 2004

God shapes us like clay to be used for His purposes

Sermon for 5/2/04 7 p.m. SBC Philippi, Philippi, WV In the Hands of the Potter Jeremiah 18:1-6 Primary Purpose: God uses various means to shape us and mold us for His purposes. Introduction: When I was in 10th grade, I took an art class. We had drawing, painting and scratch board and even ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 18:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Colossians, Introduction And Overview Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 18, 2004

First of 11 messages in Colossians. Paul says three things in this overview: The Savior is Supreme; Your Salvation is Simple; You are Saved for Service

INTRODUCTION Today I want to begin a new series of messages based on the Book of Colossians. Colossians is a letter written by Paul to Christians in Colosse. It is the 7th letter of Paul placed in the middle of his 14 letters to churches and church leaders. Colosse was located in Asia minor which ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1, Colossians 2:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Decisions And Bifocals Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 26, 2003

7th and final sermon in a series on the seven Churches in Revelation. Looking at characteristics that help us have a positive presence in our community and in our church.

EVERYBODY IS KNOW FOR SOMETHING Decisions and Bifocals Rev. 3:14-22 INTRODUCTION: All of the messages to the churches of Asia are extremely practical, but perhaps none fits the conditions in North America as much as does the message to Laodicea, a church that had become lukewarm in its ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

8. The Parable Of The Weeds Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on May 29, 2007

Give up your dreams of a “pure church”. The reality is there will always be a mixture of true followers and hypocrites. Make sure you’re ready for the judgment day and get on with the work of being fruitful!

INTRO: I’ve got a confession to make. I love Roundup. I love the feeling of just going around, spraying a little bit of poison and then in a few days seeing those weeds shrivel up and die! It’s so much more fun than actually pulling the weeds up! But, the problem with Roundup is it can be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-42

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Marks Of Christian Maturity"

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 10, 2002

We need to be Mature Christians!

"MARKS OF CHRISTIAN MATURITY" Dr. Dennis Deese - Fan The Flame Ministries, Inc. ACTS 15:1- 35 God has recorded for us what I believe to be one of the most critical moments in the history of the church. The exciting thing about it is that while it begins with dissension (15:1-2) it ends with a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-35

Stress Or Distress

Contributed by Sheldon Friesen on Jun 5, 2002

Not All Stress Is Bad

Stress or Distress? We live in: The age of the half-read page And the quick hash and the mad dash. The bright night and the nerves tight, The plan hop, the brief stop, The brain strain and the heart pain. The cat naps till the spring snaps, And the fun’s done. 2CO 4:7 But we have this treasure ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Turn On The Chandelier

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006

What it means for us to be light

"Turn On The Chandelier" Matthew 5:13-16 2/16/97 Intro: Well, we’re not taping this sermon, so you’re out of luck. But now that the Valentine’s Dinner is over, if any of you have any good quotes for the sign out front, let me know! Did you hear about the little country church that was trying to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational