Sermons on Checking Ourselves:

Cheating On God Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Jul 29, 2011

We need to realize that when we cheat on God we do a lot of damage to ourselves. James shares with us how to cheat-proof or relationship with God

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • The issue we will examine this morning is not a particularly fun one or a comfortable one to talk about. I pray it will open our eyes to the potential problem it can become in our relationship with Jesus. • For those who are married, do you remember your wedding day? It ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discovering Genesis, Part 11 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Oct 24, 2011

Part 11 of this series discusses Noah's sin, and his sons response to it which gives us a unique opportunity to examine ourselves and our own reaction to sin.

Discovering Genesis, Part 11 Genesis 9:18-29 Introduction - Last week, we set up the foundation for what mankind had done - Simply stated, we provoked God’s wrath through disobedience and rebellion - God sent men like Enoch and Noah to preach to them; but still they rebelled - Hebrews 11:7 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:18-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Service Or Serve-Us? Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 10, 2011

Even within the churc we fall prey to the temptation to look after ourselves. Too often it is about what we get over what we give.

1. Mark Twain once said that the only one who likes change is a baby with a wet diaper. That may be true, but change is inevitable. 2. Examples of change Service Stations have become Gas stations or Convenient stores – once full-service; now, self-service Grocery stores – bag and carry ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:24-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being Prayerful Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Nov 25, 2011

James calls us to pray in all circumstances ... for ourselves as well as for each other. This is a means by which we can help each other not wonder from the truth

You Can Listen to the Full Sermon Here:- http://www.nec.org.au/index.php/listen-to-a-sermon-series/practical-faith/ Message James 5:13-20 “Being Prayerful” In our modern age of instant messaging, information technology and the i-gadgets it is fast becoming obvious that skills from the past are ...read more

Scripture: James 5:13-20

Denomination: Baptist

It Is All Relative.

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jun 25, 2015

How we treat others is relative to how we feel about ourselves. This sermon looks at treating yourself better with the intent if treating others better also.

A Sunday School teacher asked her class if they knew the difference between kindness and loving kindness. One little girl said she knew the difference. She told the teacher that kindness is like when you ask your mother for some toast and she gives it to you, but loving kindness is when you ask ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4, Philippians 2:4, Matthew 6:19-20, James 5:9, Nehemiah 4:14, Genesis 23:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Foursquare

All Things. (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Aug 3, 2015

Since God knows us better than we know ourselves, He knows what it takes to get us to move, to motivate us, to change us!!

Romans 8:28-And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. We are not always sure why things happen in our life, far too many of us have had some horrible events that has happened to us, we have had love ones taken ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Person In The Mirror Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 31, 2015

This series focuses on the truth that we see when we look at ourselves in the mirror and the lives we live when we forget what we saw in the mirror.

The Person In The Mirror Scriptures: James 1:21-24; Judges 6:11- 8:35 Introduction: The title of my message this morning is “The Person in the Mirror.” My original title was going to be “The Man in the Mirror” but I did not want to give the impression that this message ...read more

Scripture: James 1:21-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Get Ready To Run The Race!

Contributed by C Jordan on Jan 24, 2014

In the Bible, the Christian life is often compared to a race. If we want to finish well, we must exercise ourselves, feed on the right stuff, and run the race with endurance.

GET READY TO RUN THE RACE! INTRO: HAPPY NEW YEAR! “Do not remember the former things, Nor consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing, Now it shall spring forth; Shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness And rivers in the desert.” (Isaiah 43:18-19, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: *other

Models Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 30, 2016

Paul is suggesting we should not necessarily limit ourselves to colleagues, or instructors or even celebrities, maybe especially celebrities, as our examples. We should look to God.

Ephesians 5:1 Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children 2 and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. You know those puzzles with a thousand pieces or so? Some are really difficult. If you've ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: *other

The Commitment To Discipleship Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 15, 2016

Being a disciple of Christ requires a conscious, committed effort. We will never be effective disciples with a casual, unconcerned approach. It is a lifestyle we are called to commit ourselves unto.

The Commitment to Discipleship Luke 9: 23-26 Let me begin by asking, how many Christians do you know? That is a difficult question isn’t it? Now it seems that everyone you talk to concerning the Lord has had some type of experience. Well, yes I’m a Christian; I was baptized and joined ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-26

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Series

Contributed by Brandon Vernoy on Jul 16, 2016

I AM is a complete statement when made by God, but how about us? What do we add to that statement when describing ourselves? Is it accurate? Is it honest?

Exodus 3:13-14 (Exodus 3:13-14 NASB) "13 Then Moses said to God, "Behold, I am going to the sons of Israel, and I will say to them, 'The God of your fathers has sent me to you.' Now they may say to me, 'What is His name?' What shall I say to them?" 14 God said to Moses, "I AM WHO I AM"; and He ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Blacklist

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on May 12, 2015

I can relate to this weekly TV series as there is an acknowledgement of our sinful selves, and attempts made to justify ourselves by doing something good or noble or perfectly just.

TITLE: THE BLACKLIST SCRIPTURE: PROVERBS 6:16-19 I know this seems to be a strange passage to select on this MOTHER’S DAY. Usually we talk about –VIRTUOUS WOMAN – WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A MOTHER – SELECT SOME TEXT SURROUNDING SOME OF THE GREAT WOMEN IN THE BIBLE. Can I ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Never Received The Promises But Died In Faith Series

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 28, 2014

To show that we learn from the examples of Old Testament people: (1) we wait in faith for the rapture, (2) we treat ourselves as temporary residents of this earth.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you waiting for the rapture in faith? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we learn from the examples of Old Testament people: (1) we wait in faith for the rapture, (2) we treat ourselves as temporary residents of this earth. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 11:13 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Cave In

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Oct 4, 2013

Throughout scripture we find ourselves many Godly people ending up living in Caves. What are these "cave experiences". This sermon shows the "blessings" found in caves!

CLIMBING OUT OF YOUR CAVE Psalm 61:1-2 Hear my cry, O God; Attend to my prayer. 2From the end of the earth I will cry to You, When my heart is overwhelmed; Lead me to the rock that is higher than I. Listen to what David said in those verses. Do you ever feel overwhelmed by life? We all do from ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 61:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Getting Ready For Christmas

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Dec 4, 2014

We all get ready for Christmas in different ways. most of this is material. Mary's song models for us how we should prepare ourselves spiritually for Christmas.

Getting Ready For Christmas Luke 1: 46-55 Intro: Have you noticed that Christmas is coming? We started our service this morning with the lighting of the candles for the second Sunday of Advent. A time of preparation and anticipation. . I watched as my Pam and her nieces and my son D J’s ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Baptist