Sermons on Christian Disciplines:

Church Discipline

Contributed by Brian Menear on Mar 29, 2007

Sometimes a Church must discipline it’s members. The Bible gives us clear direction on handling this process.

Church Discipline At one time or another, a church may need to exercise discipline against a member who has sinned. Church discipline must always be handled carefully and lovingly, just as God discipline us. The Bible is clear on how this is to be handled. Situation Unintentional or private sin ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dad's Discipline Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jun 23, 2015

1) Discipline is a Parental Responsibility (Hebrews 12:5-8) 2) Discipline is Perfect for Respect (Hebrews 12:9-10a) 3) Discipline is Profitable for Results (Hebrews 12:10b-11)

When you look for Father’s Day cards you tend to see two general types. There are the golf, BBQ, sailboat and classic card variety with some general thanks to dad. Then, there are the humorous type that usually poke fun at him. The one card you never seem to see, is the one thanking dad for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5-11

Denomination: Other

The Discipline Of God

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Nov 2, 2008

It is the child God loves that he disciplines; the child he embraces, he also corrects

The Discipline of God Define discipline: Training expected to produce a specific type or pattern of behavior- ___Websters II New Riverside University Dictionary, Houghton Mifflin Co., 1984, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:11-12

Denomination: Church Of God

Desire And Discipline Series

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Apr 10, 2021

Gluttony is one of the Seven Deadly Sins, but we can broaden that concept to include overindulgence in general. And the need for self-discipline and healthy boundaries is as relevant an issue in our times as it has ever been.

1 Peter 5:8-11 A boy’s father bought a new lawn mower and told his son that he could keep half of the money if he sold their old one. So the boy posted an ad on the bulletin board at their local grocery store, and within a few days a prospective buyer came by to see it. ‘Does it run?” he asked. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8-11

The Discipline Of Thankfulness

Contributed by John Oscar on Dec 30, 2025

Pastor John teaches on the importance and power of being thankful

THE DISCIPLINE OF THANKFULNESS 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 Pastor John Oscar — CCCAG December 14th, 2025 ________________________________________ Introduction Good morning, church. I hope you had a blessed few weeks since Thanksgiving. This is a message I had originally for Thanksgiving, but instead ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Church Discipline Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 6, 2010

In many churches around the world today, the subject of church discipline is marginalised, downplayed or ignored. Many modern churches worried about the excesses in church discipline that have occurred throughout history, have regrettably allowed a severe

No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it. Hebrews 12:11 In many churches around the world today, the subject of church discipline is marginalised, downplayed or ignored. Many ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Discipline Of Darkness Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Oct 18, 2015

“If you are walking in darkness, without a ray of light, trust in the Lord and rely on your God.”(Isaiah 50:10)

The Discipline of Darkness Text -Isaiah 50:1-11, 51:1-6 What do we do when the lights go out? Many people struggle with the darkness, physically and emotionally. Darkness can be scary and can bring fear and hopelessness. How many times have you seen days of dark, dull weather suddenly ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Disciplines For Discipleship Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Nov 16, 2009

Looks at Paul’s closing to the first letter to the Thessalonians

Disciplines of Discipleship 1 Thessalonians 5:16-28 Be Joyful Be Prayerful Be thankful Fan into Flame the zeal of the Spirit Heed the Word of God Test the Truthfulness of Teaching Focus on that which is Good Avoid that which is Evil Slide Introduction Knowing God’s will. It is something that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Discipline Of Delay

Contributed by Mark Wood on Jan 13, 2007

Dr. Wood used this sermon to inform the congregation that often God uses delay in order to discipline us or steer us in the direction that He intends for the good of His kingdom.

John 11:1–46 INTRODUCTION: Too often, we worry when we should wait, and we resist when we should resign. Often God’s delays are explained in that God wishes to teach us our need of patience (see Hebrews 10:36). In our text, Lazarus was on his deathbed and yet Jesus delayed (see vv. 1–6). ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

Church Discipline

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Aug 27, 2007

Short Bible study for church discipline

Church Discipline Woodlawn MBC August 26, 2007 I. The Meaning of Church Discipline A. Define what a church is. B. Discipline means to train, especially the mind and character. Training intended to elicit a specified pattern of behavior or character. C. Although most people think of church ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Discipline Of Secrecy Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 12, 2022

The focus of this sermon is on how Jesus addresses some of the well known spiritual disciplines (e.g., giving, prayer, fasting) along with the right and wrong way to practice them.

If you have your Bibles with you today and you want to follow along, we are going to be looking at the sixth chapter of the book of Matthew starting at verse 1 and going down to verse 18. Matthew 6:1-18. While you are looking for that, I just have a question. I am sure I have asked you before ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18, Psalm 51:6

Denomination: Christian Church

Holiness And Discipline Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Mar 26, 2006

One of the most forgotten teachings of our Lord is that of church discipline. In this message we discuss the purpose for it, the process by which it is done and when discipline is to be practiced.

Holiness and Discipline Text: Matthew 18:15-20 Introduction: It is difficult to read a paper or watch the news today without hearing something about an upcoming, and according to some, inevitable pandemic of the avian influenza virus. You might know it as the "Bird" flu. This influenza A virus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Discipline Of Fasting Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Oct 4, 2006

This message looks at what the Scriptures teach us about fasting.

Introduction: A funny thing happened this week as I was searching through the myriad of resources available to pastors to illustrate key biblical truths and principles such as the priority of fasting, the topic for today’s message. I could hardly find any! I did manage to locate several extended ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Discipline Of Meditation

Contributed by Maria Saunders on Nov 12, 2007

Everyone meditates at some point or another. What or whom are we meditating to is the question. Do we as believers in Christ Jesus truly comprehend the essence and necessity of meditation?

Our topic this morning is a subject that requires personal reflection. See, I have found myself doing this more than ever -- that is meditating. How many of you meditate? How many of you are consistent in your meditation? Don’t fool me now. I don’t know about you, but during my Christian walk, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

A Disciplined Life Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 24, 2018

Message 25 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians. This message continues thought stirred by Paul's challenge to limit our freedom for the sake of the gospel.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “A Disciplined Life” Review Essential perspectives for the New Year. 1. Life is not what it seems or feels Daniel thought that God had ignored his prayer. Zachariah and Elizabeth had resigned themselves to the fact that God said, “NO!” to their request ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-5

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance