Sermons on Christian Examples:

Setting A Godly Example For Others To Follow

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Oct 23, 2019

Living Right Before Others.

SETTING A GODLY EXAMPLE FOR OTHERS TO FOLLOW 1 THESS.1:7 1. INTRODUCTION. I STAND TO TESTIFY MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS THAT AS CHRISTIANS, WE ARE ALWAYS UNDER BOTH THE CARNAL AND SPIRITUAL MICROSCOPE, AND WHAT WE SAY AND WHAT WE DO IS CRITICALLY EXAMPLED BY OTHERS. FROM THE TIME THAT WE WAKE UP IN ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:7

Denomination: Baptist

Two Examples Of Level 5 Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Michael Mays on Sep 14, 2021

How committed are we to being of service? In describing himself, Jesus said in Mark 10:45, “For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Paul describes for us two Level 5 leaders in today’s Scripture…

I. Introduction A. How committed are we to being of service? In describing himself, Jesus said in Mark 10:45, “For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” B. “It came down to one essential definition. The central dimension for Level 5 is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Lesson 18: Negative Example: Pagans Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 18, 2018

Verses 17, 18, and 19 give us the picture of the unregenerate and we are NOT to walk as they walk. By nature the unregenerate has a mind filled with vanity. His understanding is darkened. The heart of the unregenerate is blind. He has no feeling . . .

Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 8/29/17 Lesson 18: Negative Example: Pagans (Ephesians 4:17-19) Ephesians 4:17-19 (KJV) 17 This I say therefore, and testify in the Lord, that ye henceforth walk not as other Gentiles walk, in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Christian Life - Loving Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Nov 6, 2007

Here is a sermon that teaches us to "love one another". 1. The Standard of Love. 2. The Test of Love. 3. The Ultimate Example of Love. 4. The Unlimited Boundary of Love. 5. The Application of Love.

Living The Christian Life – Loving Many years ago Robert Fulghum wrote a book titled: “All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten.” This book was his way of sharing all that he thought we would need to live by in order to be happy and successful in life. He ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Following John's Example Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Dec 3, 2025

We are called to shine the light of Christ to illumine the darkness of the world while living in expectation of the return of Jesus.

JOHN THE BAPTIST! IT WAS ISAIAH WHO PROPHESIED IN 40:3, “A VOICE OF ONE CALLING: “IN THE WILDERNESS PREPARE THE WAY FOR THE LORD; MAKE STRAIGHT IN THE DESERT A HIGHWAY FOR OUR GOD.” NOW, 700 YEARS LATER, JOHN IS PROCLAIMING THE MESSAGE, “REPENT, FOR THE KINGDOM OF HEAVEN HAS COME NEAR…THEREFORE, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12, John 1:8, 2 Corinthians 5:20, John 1:4-5, 2 Timothy 4:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

7 Godly Examples To Follow In 2007

Contributed by Matthew Sickling on Apr 4, 2007

This sermon suggests that we follow the example of several biblical characters and concludes by giving us some New years Resolutions to consider.

Introduction: I have never really been any good at keeping New Year’s Resolutions, so consequently I haven’t made very many over the years. The only one I’ve managed to keep once or twice is to read the Bible through in a year. If you’ve never done that, I would encourage you to give it a try ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-17

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham As An Example Of Salvation Through Faith Series

Contributed by Andy Flowers on Jan 28, 2008

Series in Romans

Text: Romans 4:1-25 Title: Abraham as an Example of Salvation through Faith Romans 4:1 What then shall we say that Abraham, our forefather according to the flesh, has found? 2 For if Abraham was justified by works, he has something to boast about, but not before God. 3 For what does the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Adventure: Real Christianity Is Not Boring Series

Contributed by Charles Wallis on Mar 10, 2009

The early Christians did not live a boring spiritual life. We can experience a spiritual adventure when we follow their example.

The Great Adventure March 11, 2009 Real Christianity is not boring. Acts 14 We can experience a great spiritual adventure… I. When we exercise great spiritual habits Paul and Barnabas go to church – when it is good and bad. 14:1-7 1. We all have habits. Some good, many bad. a. Habits will ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:1-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To Make Straight A's In Christian Unity

Contributed by Steve Rutherford on Aug 18, 2005

This sermon challenges listener to Christian unity through our absolute example, Jesus Christ.

School starts this week and I’m sure there are a lot of happy parents and grandparents and sad students. When I was in school I only cared about two subjects, sports and Rachel. So it would come as no surprise that I was an average student at best. I start back to school at the end of this week for ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Our Example: Yield To Him

Contributed by William Baeta on Feb 25, 2012

“For Christ died for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God. He was put to death in the body but made alive by the Spirit” 1 Pet. 3:18a.

Theme: Christ our example: Yield to Him Text: Gen. 9:8-17; 1 Pet. 3:18-22; Mark 1:9-15 God is love and chose to create man in His own likeness and image to be the object of His love. He demonstrated His love by giving him authority and dominion over all His other creation. The Psalmist in Psalm 8 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How We Love His Example Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Mar 10, 2022

As disciples of Jesus Christ, the most powerful thing we can do to influence the world is to follow His example of love and service. John 13 is Jesus’ call to a life of loving and serving others.

OH HOW WE LOVE HIS EXAMPLE John 13:1-17 Introduction As disciples of Jesus Christ, the most powerful thing we can do to influence the world is to follow His example of humble service. John 13 is Jesus’ call to a life of loving and serving others. John 13:1 gives us some ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Good Lessons From A Bad Example Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 15, 2008

Let us use our present resources to influence, to make a great impact, to make a lasting difference for our future, for eternity.

This morning, as we are about to enter our Missions Month, we will look into investing in eternity. Let us read the parable of the shrewd steward at Luke 16:1-13.[1] We will look at what is dubbed as one the most difficult parables of the Lord. There are those who accuse the Lord of praising ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

7 Bad Examples: The Golden Calf Series

Contributed by Bret Hammond on Jan 10, 2015

Idolatry isn't about the idol itself. It's about what's happening inside us.

INTRODUCTION A. If you spent any time working in offices over the past 10 years – motivational posters 1. The format is pretty typical. Black background – Picture nature – Word –Phrase 2. Purpose was to motivate you –give you something to reach for – push ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-6

Denomination: Christian Church

Setting A Good Example (Part One) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Sep 24, 2018

In life there are good examples and there are bad examples. We need to set a good example for the lost to see and be drawn to and for the church to see and want to follow suit. Let's see what the bible has to say about that so we can set a good example.

SETTING A GOOD EXAMPLE (part one) As we are getting the word out, as we are giving people the message of reconciliation, we are to be living the ministry of reconciliation. That means we are to be setting a good example for others to see. We need to set a good example for the lost to see and be ...read more

Scripture: John 13:12-17, 1 Peter 2:19-24, 1 Timothy 4:12, Titus 2:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Abraham's Example Of Faith Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on May 6, 2024

Abraham did not waiver. He believed! We are called to do the same!

4:19 “And not being weak in faith…” How’s your faith today? Let’s test it. Do you really believe that millions of years from this night you will still be alive and well? Do you really believe that Jesus rose from a grave, and that your body is going to do the same? Do you believe that because of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:19-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God