Sermons about Character Development

Fruit Inspectors!

Contributed by James May on Sep 17, 2001

based on 49 ratings

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Every Christian is expected to bear the Fruit of the Spirit. It’s easy to discern who is born again when we learn to become Fruit Inspectors.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Catalytic Converters

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Apr 24, 2001

based on 64 ratings

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We are to act as catalysts in the perfection process of fellow believers.

"Brethren, if any of you do err from the truth, and one convert him; Let him know, that he which converteth the sinner from the error of his way shall save a soul from death, and shall hide a multitude of sins" (James 5:19, 20). "And the Lord said, Simon, Simon, behold, Satan hath desired to have ...read more

Scripture: James 5:19-20, Luke 22:31-34

Denomination: Baptist

Childlike Or Childish Part One

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Sep 2, 2003

based on 36 ratings

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Christ commanded us to be childlike, Paul rebuked beleivers for being childish what’s the difference?

Can you remember being a kid? Can you remember the thrill of each new morning and the wonder of each new day? Can you remember when a week seemed like an eternity, and it was a lifetime between Christmases? Can you remember nursery rhymes and fairy tales, and thinking that all stories had a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Wesleyan

I Must Insist On This

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 14, 2008

based on 58 ratings

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1- I insist that you don’t live like others 2- I insist that you did not learn Christ from the world 3- I insist that the truth is in Jesus

INTRO.- Roger Clemens. Guilty or not? Is he guilty of using drugs and Human Growth Hormone or not? Clemens insists he is not guilty! Clemens has won seven Cy Young Awards, two more than any other pitcher. He throws and bats right-handed. On December 13, 2007, Clemens’ name was listed in the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Avoiding The Mistake Of Pride Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 24, 2007

based on 7 ratings

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In this sermon we try to learn from five Biblical examples of the destructive nature of pride.

Introduction: A. There’s a story told about Vince Lombardi, the legendary coach of the Green Bay Packers who was named "Coach of the Century" by ESPN. 1. Late at night, after coaching one of his greatest playoff victories, he tried to climb into bed with his wife without waking her, but his cold ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Christian Attitude

Contributed by Justin Meek on Jun 6, 2001

based on 74 ratings

| 26,239 views

In order to grow as Christians we must have the proper atitude towards our Christian lives.

NOTE: I am indebted to Jim Mooney of sermoncentral.com for the idea for this sermon. I took his basic idea from the sermon “How to Have a Winning Attitude” and customized it to fit my own style and congregation. The Christian Attitude Phil: 3:8-14 Introduction: THERE IS A SHORT STORY BY G.W. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Provisions For Survival Series

Contributed by Chris Santasiere on Feb 11, 2002

based on 394 ratings

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Out of I Peter, this sermon focuses on the provisions God has given us in order to survive life in this world.

“Provisions For Survival” I Peter 1:3-9 February 9, 2002 Introduction I must admit that I like to watch the TV show, “Survivor”. I didn’t at first, but after I sat down and watched one episode I was hooked. They make it seem like they dump these 16 people out in the middle of no where with no ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Setting Right Priorities

Contributed by James May on Mar 13, 2005

based on 80 ratings

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We have to learn to set the right priorities in our lives if we expect to experience God’s best.

SETTING RIGHT PRIORITIES by Pastor Jim May Something that is lacking in the lives of so many Christians today is the inability, or the unwillingness, to set the right priorities for their lives. Most of us act as “Reactionaries” meaning that we simply react to everything that happens; then we do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Getting The Definitions Right

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Nov 26, 2002

based on 63 ratings

| 2,303 views

Fellowship with God is a matter of letting that which comes from him, rather than the world system, define how we live.

- - - - - - - Unless otherwise indicated all scripture is quoted from the New Living Translation of the Bible. - - - - - - - Several people have commented about the fact that they are finding the book of 1st John to be extremely timely and thought-provoking. I agree. Sometimes when we’re looking ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-17

Denomination: *other

How To Live A Life That Can Change The World

Contributed by W F on Dec 14, 2002

based on 24 ratings

| 6,466 views

A character study of Joseph’s (Mary’s husband)life that challenges us to live life with awesome purpose.

Matthew 1:18-25 HOW TO LIVE A LIFE THAT WILL CHANGE THE WORLD INTRODUCTION Isn’t it true that a person’s real character comes out when they’re under stress? And stressful times can either be moments of growth or of devastation - or both. Take the Aussie bush for example. A fire (stress) can ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: *other

Be Careful Then, What You Say

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 7, 2008

based on 20 ratings

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A message about what many Christians do not want to hear about .... personal accountability for what we say. Full text and audio will be placed at www.sermonlist.com

America has evolved into something that does not reflect its beginnings. In the beginning, our nation honored respect; today we don’t. In the beginning, our nation helped those who helped themselves. Today, we give handouts to those who refuse to help themselves. In the beginning, we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:36-37

Denomination: *other

Finding Freedom From Bondage Series

Contributed by Todd Pugh on Feb 6, 2007

based on 5 ratings

| 9,071 views

Learning to walk in the Spirit

Health Hearts Happy Homes “Finding Freedom from Bondage” Sunday February 1, 2004 Intro: In this series we are calling Healthy Hearts and Happy Homes we are focusing on a few of the main issues in life that either make your life good or make your life miserable. Already we have talked about ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-18, Galatians 5:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Moving On From The Status Quo

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Feb 14, 2007

based on 4 ratings

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A message for looking into the New Year with a determination to move to the next level in your spiritual life.

Moving On from the Status Quo Philippians 3:12-16 December 31, 2006 On an episode of “CSI” the star quarterback was murdered at his 10-year high school reunion. The whole episode was a study in long-held attitudes, reputations, and grudges. One of the saddest aspects of the show was that some ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Wesleyan

Pass The Salt, Please!

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Nov 4, 2002

based on 26 ratings

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Message urging people to be "salty" as seen in the Sermon on the Mount.

Pass the Salt, Please! Matthew 5:13 November 3, 2002 Introduction Did any of you get the chance to shine the light into people’s lives this last week? I hope so. Last week we talked about being the light of the world. Today we are going to look at being the salt of the earth. Our Scripture ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13

Denomination: Wesleyan

How The Holy Spirit Helps Develop Great Attitudes

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

based on 71 ratings

| 6,544 views

The man went into the restaurant and said, “Do you serve crabs here?” And the waiter said, “Why, yes sir, we serve anybody here.” Twelve principles for enhancing our attitudes.

Let the Spirit of God Enrich Your Outlook (Eph. 1:15-20) Story: Crabs The man went into the restaurant and said, “Do you serve crabs here?” And the waiter said, “Why, yes sir, we serve anybody here.” The Bell, the Clapper, and the Cord: Wit and Witticism, (Baltimore: National Federation of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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