Sermons on Character Development:

A New Hope Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 9, 2026

When your situation seems hopeless, trust God to bring new honor to His name, to give you a new heart, and to give you a new hope.

A couple of years ago (January 2024), the account for Elmo, the red Muppet from Sesame Street, asked on X a simple innocuous question: “Elmo is just checking in! How is everybody doing?” Thousands of people responded, pouring out their hearts to Elmo: “I’m tired, Elmo,” said one user. “The ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:22-38, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Zechariah 12:10, Romans 11:26-27, 1 John 1:9, 2 Corinthians 5:17-18, Romans 8:8-11, Philippians 4:19, Hebrews 13:5, Revelation 22:7, Revelation 22:12, Revelation 22:20, Titus 2:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Power Of Unity In The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Feb 15, 2026

Maintaining unity in the Holy Spirit is essential to a healthy church; however, it is also challenging, due to human sinfulness, the pressures of the world, and the opposition of Satan. Here is how we can draw on the Holy Spirit’s power to love, forgive, and bear with one another in Christ.

Today our topic is the Power of the Holy Spirit. We begin with the book of Acts, chapter one, verses 4-9. This is forty days after Christ’s resurrection. 4 On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:4-9, John 16:6-7, Ephesians 3:16-17, Ephesians 4:2-3, Colossians 3:12-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Focus And Generosity Series

Contributed by Kent Lenard on Aug 2, 2003

This sermon is an adaptation from John Maxwell’s book "The 21 Indespensible Qualities of a Leader."

Focus And Generosity Phil 3:10-14, Mat 20:25-28 May 19, 2003 I. I have been talking about the things that we need to develop to be the leaders that we should be in our families, in our profession, and in our service for God. II. Something that we have to develop as leaders is Focus. A. Tony ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14, Matthew 20:25-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Husband Of One Wife Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 10, 2023

To investigate the meaning of the Christian characteristic: “the husband of one wife,” as outlined in Paul’s Pastoral Epistles to Timothy and Titus, as a prerequisite for any man “desiring the office of a bishop (elder) or deacon,” in the Lord’s church.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Husband of One Wife Introductory Remarks. 1. Today's lesson will discuss the theme: “The husband of one wife.” This is the fifteenth lesson in the sermon series: "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others bearing this title. We are re-digging in ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-9, 1 Timothy 5:9, Philippians 1:1, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13, 1 Timothy 3:12, 1 Timothy 3:1-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Path To Personal Peace

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Sep 15, 2002

We’re all seeking peace, but most fail to find it. Four steps to finding the path to personal peace.

(Note: The title comes from a Rick Warren series; however, the sermon is original) If we took a poll to identify what people want most out of life, what their hopes and dreams revolve around, the list would probably include things like good health; financial prosperity; positive relationships; ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3, Isaiah 26:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Truth About Heavenly Treasures Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Jan 2, 2002

Jesus wants us to say, "I will invest in things that last forever."

July 8, 2001 The Treasure Chest – Part 2 INTRODUCTION (Show Video clip from Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade – Elsa, Indy’s girlfriend, chooses to reach for the grail in a chasm and falls to her death. Indy also reaches for it, but his father persuades him to let it go.) It is a poor bargain ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:20-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Befriend One Another Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Aug 30, 2001

Friendship is important...critical to living the Christian life.

September 2, 2001 What makes for a real friend? What is the value of friendship? Philosophers have discussed and debated that for centuries. Mencius said, Friendship is one mind in two bodies. In the 1950¡¦s Norman Vincent Peale said, Getting people to like you is only the other side of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:32

Denomination: United Methodist

Follow The Leader

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 26, 2003

In the message we will see several characteristics of a great leader. (1 Thessalonians pt-2)

"FOLLOW THE LEADER" I THESSALONIANS 2:1-12 THOMAS MONAGHAN IS FOUNDER , PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF DOMINO’S PIZZA, INC. FROM 1970 - 1985, DOMINO’S GREW FROM A SMALL DEBT RIDDEN CHAIN TO THE SECOND LARGEST PIZZA COMPANY IN AMERICA, WITH SALES OVER A BILLION DOLLARS. WHEN ASKED ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jonah - A Case Study In Anger And Suicide

Contributed by Bruce Morrison on Oct 27, 2003

The Book of Jonah is the story of a man whose greatest struggles were not with a big fish or a pagan city - they were battles within his own heart.

We are first introduced to Jonah the prophet in the Book of Second Kings. "In the fifteenth year of Amaziah son of Joash king of Judah, Jeroboam son of Jehoash king of Israel became king in Samaria, and he reigned forty-one years. 24 He did evil in the eyes of the LORD and did not turn away from ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-3, 2 Kings 14:23-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Mess Up Your Life?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 2, 2003

We look at some of the those from the Bible and how they messed up their life?

HOW CAN I MAKE A MESS OF MY LIFE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Matthew 22:29 Jesus answered and said unto them, Ye do err, not knowing the Scriptures, nor the power of God. Psalms 119:12 Thy Word have I hid in mine heart, that I might sin not against God. Judges 14:1 And ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:32, Judges 14:1-3

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Kind Of Shape Are You And I In?

Contributed by Jim Kane on Apr 27, 2003

We are called and equipped to serve - in Jesus’ name!

One of the beliefs about our economic system is that it has moved from being an industrial economy to a service and information economy. In other words, more and more jobs are based on providing a service or information than providing a product. Service has therefore become an important part of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:27

Denomination: Church Of God

How To Get The Job Done

Contributed by Steve Malone on Aug 6, 2001

As Paul talks to the Corinthian church he gives some awesome advice about how to get the job done in the most importnat work of life - His church!

"HOW TO GET THE JOB DONE" TEXT: 2 CORINTHIANS 8:1-9:8 INTRODUCTION Employers at a Detroit business office found they were having a difficult time getting the job done so they posted the following notice on the employee bulletin board: "THE MANAGEMENT REGRETS THAT IT HAS COME TO THEIR ATTENTION ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Glorifying God By Worship Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 1, 2005

Our ultimate goal in life is to glorify God. This sermon explores how we bring glory to God by worshiping him. We do so by examining what worship is, why we should worship God, and how we should worship God.

Scripture Our ultimate goal in life is to glorify God. The first question in the Westminster Shorter Catechism asks, “What is the chief end [or goal] of man?” The answer given is, “Man’s chief end is to glorify God, and to enjoy him forever.” The reason we exist is to bring glory to God. God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Get The Job Done

Contributed by Steve Malone on Nov 30, 2004

In this text Paul reveals sevral prinicples that will help us get the job done in the kingdom

"HOW TO GET THE JOB DONE" TEXT: 2 CORINTHIANS 8:1-9:8 INTRODUCTION Employers at a Detroit business office found they were having a difficult time getting the job done so they posted the following notice on the employee bulletin board: "THE MANAGEMENT REGRETS THAT IT HAS COME TO THEIR ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Talking To Me?

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Dec 2, 2004

What was the perspect of Joseph and Mary to the "Good News"

Acknowledgement – I found great value in a Christmas Sermon series by Darren Ethier – A fellow contributor to this site. His sermons are called “Christmas Perspectives Series.” Are you talking to Me? Luke 1:26-40, Matthew 1:18-24 Perspective is an interesting thing. What you or I see is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-40

Denomination: Congregational