Sermons on child discipline: showing 961-975 of 73,838

The Sin Of Doing Nothing

Contributed by Ed Wood on Apr 6, 2007

A message about our responsibility to serve.

THE SIN OF DOING NOTHING James 4:17; Luke 10:25-37 INTRO: Despite all the good sermons and lessons, many of us never put into practice what we learn. James wrote that this, too, is a sin--the sin of knowing to do good and not doing it, the sin of doing nothing. I. DOING GOOD IS ...read more

Scripture: James 4:17

Denomination: Baptist

Back Biting Series

Contributed by Brad Froese on Jun 29, 2006

Back biting is the stealth bomber of the unholy armed forces because the attack always comes when your back is turned...

Many unfortunate things happen in many churches around the world, simply because people are people. There are the unattractive things Christians do, which ultimately result in the dismembering of the body of Christ. They are the sins we commit, which drive people away from the church where people ...read more

Scripture: James 3:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Revival Through Fasting

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jan 24, 2006

3rd in a series of 4 sermons about how to start a revival in the church & community. The 4 strands of revival are: GIVING - PRAYING - FASTING - COMMUNION.

Have you ever noticed how high on the list of priorities we put food? Some think that baseball is America’s favorite pastime, but I personally think it is eating. I could stand here and name every single fast-food place in the state of Oklahoma and I am sure that most, if not all of us, would ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16

Denomination: *other

A Good Soldier

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Feb 13, 2008

To be a Christian requires enduring hardship like a good soldier.

A Good Soldier Adapted from T. Michael Crews 2 Tim.2:3-4 “One aspect of the Christian life is that it is a warfare against the forces of evil.” (P399 Expositors Bible Commentary vol. 11) I remember when I was a small boy that I was fascinated with soldiers. I played with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-4

Denomination: Wesleyan

Seeds Of The Sower

Contributed by Jim Parisi on Feb 17, 2003

The church of Jesus Christ has been commissioned to sow the seeds of hope for the next generation.

Seeds of the Sower HHM Pastor Jim Parisi Feb 16, 2003 The church of Jesus Christ has been commissioned to sow the seeds of hope for the next generation. With all that is going on in the world today… wars and rumors of wars Mt 24:6 – And you will hear of wars and rumors of wars. See that ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18, Luke 16:19-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

On The Teeter-Totter

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Apr 29, 2003

When we slide away from God’s plan and toward the world’s value system, it’s like going from one end of a teeter-totter to the other. We can’t move toward one end without moving away from the other

Passage: I Corinthians 5:1-8 Intro: 1 Corinthians just never gets any easier, does it? 1. reading this passage, studying it, the questions come flying at you like sparks off a grinding wheel. 2. so easy to get bogged down in those questions, try to make this passage say more than was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 5:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God's Children (1) Series

Contributed by Gregory Neill on May 31, 2007

Lesson 5 in a series of expository lessons from 1 John

Children of God Part 1 I. Introduction A. Waiting on Birth 1. Three expectant fathers were in the waiting room after their wives were “taken back because of potential complications.” a) After several anxious minutes, a nurse came from the operating room and called for one of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Should We Be Fasting Today?

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 12, 2007

A Biblical study on fasting. Fasting may be one of the most neglected of the spiritual disciplines...Is fasting today a law or a privilige?

Spiritual Disciplines: Fasting What Are Spiritual Disciplines? -Practices which we use to draw ourselves into a stronger relationship with Christ -Discipline is something that does not come easily -Spiritual Disciplines do not stand alone -Spiritual disciplines do no good if we aren’t seeking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:14-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Walk As Christians

Contributed by Charles Mccall on Mar 18, 2006

There are at least seven different ways to walk as Christians.

I John 1:1-10 Topic: How to walk as Christians It has been said that if one want to feel better, reduce stress, shed some unwanted pounds, or become physically fit, they should try walking as an exercise. A fitness philosophy of 10,000 steps a day, which first took hold in Japan, has ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Winning Witness Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 11, 2018

Continued discussion on witnessing as a spiritual discipline.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Winning Witness” Supplementary Notes to previous message Winning Witness Pt 1 An estimated 95% of all church members have never led anyone to Christ. I. God gives us a Powerful Commission A. The Great commission 1. The basis of the commission – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:18-19

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

When Giving Is Better Than Receiving

Contributed by Davon Huss on Sep 17, 2001

Right after national tragedy. Discussing what we can do for our nation and suffering people.

Sermon for 9/16/2001 "When Giving is Better than Receiving" Acts 20:17-35 Introduction: A. In our Scripture text this morning, Paul was on the way to Jerusalem to be scourged, imprisoned, and he thought killed. B. They stopped at Miletus on the way to Jerusalem in Asia Minor, and Paul ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-35, 2 Corinthians 1:3-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Fruit Of The Spirit Is Longsuffering

Contributed by Tim Parsons on Feb 12, 2006

This sermon deals with the fruit of longsuffering, how we can get it. and a look at gods longsuffering.

THE FRUIT OF THE SPIRIT IS LONGSUFFERING Gal.:5:22 Introduction. For the longest time we have been talking about the fruit of the spirit, as you know I like to veiw this as a Basket that we carry and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22

Denomination: Church Of God

Maturity A Must

Contributed by Sean Lester on Jan 18, 2007

All believers are required to take responsibility for the work of God.

Maturity is a Must Rev. Sean D. Lester June 15, 2003 Text: Hebrews 6: 1-8 Hebrews 6:1-8 Therefore let us leave the elementary teachings about Christ and go on to maturity, not laying again the foundation of repentance from acts that lead to death, and of faith in God, [2] instruction about ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Thin King Series

Contributed by Tom Burkholder on Sep 2, 2005

In the drama of life, how do you respond? There are many things that are beyond our control: the person that yells at us, the person that cuts us off in traffic, the store clerk that talks on the phone instead of helping us, the employee that never seems

Thin King Series: Melodrama or Mellow-drama - Act 4 Introduction: In the drama of life, how do you respond? There are many things that are beyond our control: the person that yells at us, the person that cuts us off in traffic, the store clerk that talks on the phone instead of helping us, the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Be A Loyal Church Series

Contributed by Chris Kelly on Oct 26, 2006

A study on the 7 model churches as described by Jesus in the book of Revelation. Learn why the church is so important, and your part in what He’s up to in these last days.

How to Be a Loyal Church Series: Will the Real Church Please Stand Up? October 1, 2006 There are all kinds of people out there today who are ragging on the church… a. The church is a place for hypocrites. b. The church is responsible for all the hate and wars in the world. c. The church is ...read more

Denomination: Wesleyan