Sermons on Christian Perfection:

The Tension Between Spirit And Sin: The Struggle Of Every Christian

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

I didn't come to Jesus for Jesus. I came to Jesus, I flew to Jesus, cried out to Jesus, because I believed he could save me. My motives weren't perfect or pure or righteous. I came because I was desperate, broken, and lost.

I didn't come to Jesus for Jesus. I came to Jesus, I flew to Jesus, cried out to Jesus, because I believed he could save me. My motives weren't perfect or pure or righteous. I came because I was desperate, broken, and lost. We come to Christ in brokenness, with the most shallow motives. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:19-21

Denomination: Salvation Army

For The Prisoners Who Are Christians PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 30, 2023

Explores the concept of true freedom in Christ, emphasizing liberation from sin, fear, and guilt through a personal relationship with Jesus.

Good morning, family! Isn't it a blessing to gather together in the Lord's house today? We're here, not by accident, but because we're led by God's grace. We're here because we've been called to learn, to grow, and to understand His Word better. Our focus today is freedom. Not the kind of freedom ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:17

Topics: Freedom, Christ

Christians Effectively Minister Series

Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jun 30, 2008

Christians are called to make mature disciples in the power of the Holy Spirit and the word

CHRISTIANS EFFECTIVELY MINISTER A CHRISTIAN IS… Colossians 1:24-2:3 OBJECTIVE: Christians are called by God to minister to others and He equips them to minister effectively. Let’s begin today’s message by correcting a misunderstanding of ministry: MINISTRY BELONGS TO PASTORS AND CHRISTIAN ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

4 F Christians

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Mar 23, 2007

Examining why so many Christians have become inactive in the Church.

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1 – Title: “4 ‘F’ Christians” Introduction: During the FIRST two World Wars (1 – 2) a classifications system was used to determine which area of service the person would be assigned to. Every person that was of the acceptable age received a CALL to Service beginning with ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

"At The Christian's Core”

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Aug 12, 2008

At the core of the Christian are these three things.

“At the Christian’s Core” Colossians 3:1-14 “Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-14

Denomination: Holiness

God’s Perfect Plan For Your Life

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jun 22, 2011

God has a perfect plan for your life: 1. Be forgiven (vs. 8-12) 2. Be in His family (vs. 13-16) 3. Be His follower (vs. 17-18) How can we follow God? By giving Him reverence, by relying on His covenant, and by remembering His commandments to do them.

God’s Perfect Plan for Your Life Psalm 103:8-18 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - Oct. 4, 2009 *We are here today all because of Jesus Christ! God’s Word tells us that Jesus is “The Almighty, The Alpha and Omega, The Author of Life, The Author of Salvation, The Bread of Life, The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:8-18

Denomination: Baptist

Christ: The Perfect Teacher, Example, Sacrifice And Advocate

Contributed by Neil Richardson on Mar 12, 2008

Christ: the Perfect Teacher, Example, Sacrifice and Advocate, also considering some of the heresies surrounding his person and nature

John 1:14-18 Verse 14 "And the Word was made flesh" (KJV) "The Word became a human being" (GNB) "The Word became flesh" (NIV, RSV, Ricker Berry) In becoming human, Christ becomes... 1. The Perfect Teacher, a model of how God thinks and how we should think (Phil. 2:5-11). 2. The Perfect Example, a ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Christians Are Fit For The Race

Contributed by Edward Frey on Oct 11, 2001

Christ Jesus well-equips us for the race of faith.

Sermon Text: Hebrews 12:1-3 CHRISTIANS ARE FIT FOR THE RACE My former church in Ohio has an annual 5K race. The purpose is to get exposure in the community and, perhaps, find an opportunity to share the gospel with someone else. Similar reasons are behind our Oktoberfest. Now, there was one ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Lutheran

Meat And Potato Christians

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Oct 27, 2012

The writer of Hebrews tells us that we must move beyond the basics of salvation in order to become mature Christians.

Intro: On his sixteenth birthday a son approached his father and said, "Dad, I’m sixteen now. When I get my license, can I drive the family car?" His dad looked at him and said, "Son, driving the car takes maturity, and first, you must prove that you are responsible enough. And one way you ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Importance Of Christian Unity Series

Contributed by Rich Anderson on Feb 16, 2011

All true believers have God’s glory within, no matter what they may look like on the outside. Christian unity is not based on the external, but the internal. The very Spirit of God within us.

How important is unity in our individual lives? How important is unity in our church? Jesus had a lot to say about the importance of unity. If Christians cannot be unified, then we are not approaching one another in love. And we cannot be a good witness for Christ if we are bickering with one ...read more

Scripture: John 17:20-24

Denomination: Christian Church

Traits Of A Focused Christian Series

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Oct 27, 2015

The joy of the Lord and having the attitude of Christ is being a focused Christian

Traits of a focused Christian Philippians 2:1-2:11 Introduction- This morning we will begin a two part series of a focused Christian. I hope you will be able to hear both messages and I hope your heart is open for the Lord to be able to speak to you. Being united with Christ is a basic ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Nazarene

Imperfect People In God's Perfect Plan: Judah PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 15, 2025

God redeems our deepest failures, transforming brokenness into hope, as seen in Judah’s story, ultimately pointing us to Christ’s unfailing love and redemption.

Friends, settle your hearts and take a deep breath. Grace has a way of meeting us right where we are—right in the middle of our mess, our mistakes, and our midnight worries. If you’ve ever wondered whether God can weave good from the tangled threads of your past, you’re in the right place. If ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 49:8-12, Revelation 5:5

Topics: Judah, Character, Tribe

The Enemies Of Christian Life

Contributed by John Ong on Oct 10, 2017

As Christians, we live in this world with our fair share of trials and tribulations. Nothing is given to us in a silver platter and we have to work for what we want to achieve.

As Christians, we live in this world with our fair share of trials and tribulations. Nothing is given to us in a silver platter and we have to work for what we want to achieve. God has promised us abundance, protection and a happy life but as His children, we need to prove that we can overcome ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

12 Christians With No Inheritance

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Nov 23, 2009

After the death of Sarah Abraham took Keturah as his wife. Isaac received the promise and the inheritance of Abraham. From this wife Abraham had 6 children and 7 grand children. We will try to understand that the meanings of their names represent sins o

Galatians 3:9,29 - We are spiritual descendants of Abraham After the death of Sarah Abraham took Keturah as his wife. Isaac received the promise and the inheritance of Abraham. From this wife Abraham had 6 children and 7 grand children. The meanings of their names represent sins of the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Christianity's Toughest Competitor:

Contributed by Don Jaques on May 10, 2005

All of us need God’s mercy. All of us.

CHRISTIANITY’S TOUGHEST COMPETITOR: MORALISM OBJECTIVES: “Churchy” people will be reminded of their need of God’s mercy and will repent of prideful attitudes. “Nonchurchy” people will understand God’s promise to be close to the contrite in heart and will pour out their hearts to God. INTRO: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational