Sermons on Clothed In Righteousness:

Christ Wins - 1 Peter 3:17-22 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jan 24, 2025

Scripture requires that we not only endure suffering for righteousness sake, but that we actually rejoice in it. How is that possible without pretending?

1 Peter 3:13 Who is going to harm you if you are eager to do good? 14 But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. "Do not fear what they fear; do not be frightened." 15 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:17-22

Why Are We Told That God’s Thoughts And Ways Are Not Ours?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Feb 18, 2025

God's ways and thoughts are unique in relation to the thoughts and ways of man.

God's way is unique in relation to man's way. The Gospel is God's direction. It is not man-made. There is no way that any man could have ever come up with it or at any point devise it. Paul stated, “But I certify you, brethren, that the gospel which was preached of me is not after man. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Is The Righteous One (Part 2) Series

Contributed by David Tack on Apr 11, 2025

(1) Jesus is The RIGHT ONE; (2) Jesus is, The RIGHTEOUS ONE; (3) Jesus is, The REJECTED ONE; (4) Jesus is The REDEEMING ONE; (5) Jesus is The RESURRECTED ONE; (6) Jesus is The RE-MITTING ONE.

Jesus Is THE RIGHTEOUS ONE (Part 2) Chaplain David Tack: Sounds of Joy Ministries In this series, I want to continue looking at the six (6) inexhaustible characterizations that can be associated with the name of JESUS: (1) Jesus is The RIGHT ONE; (2) Jesus is, The RIGHTEOUS ONE; (3) Jesus is, The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-4, Luke 18:9-14, Matthew 5:17, Philippians 3:9, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Isaiah 64:6, Romans 3:10, Romans 3:23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Handwriting Of God

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Oct 26, 2021

Jesus was tried in many ways but had the answer for those who tempted him.

HANDWRITING OF GOD John 8: 6This they said, tempting him, that they might have to accuse him. But Jesus stooped down, and with his finger wrote on the ground, as though he heard them not. (1) On the mountain Law of Righteousness Exodus 31: 18And he gave unto Moses, when ...read more

Scripture: John 8:6

Denomination: Baptist

God Is Holy

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Jun 3, 2021

God says we are to be holy as He is.

God is holy and there is nothing in Him that is unholy. God's nature is to be perfect and true, in Him we find perfection in everything that He stands for and does. He does not dwell in a place that does not stand in truth. For he is the Almighty god that sits on His throne in holiness. From ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:16, Psalm 96:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Plan Of Eternal Salvation

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 15, 2022

Salvation is a simple as A-B-C and D. Acknowledge in the head; Believe in the heart; Confess with the mouth; and Demonstrate in the lifestyle. Romans 10 Reveals God's plan to all!

God’s Plan of Salvation by Faith Romans 10:1-17 “Dear brothers and sisters, the longing of my heart and my prayer to God is for the people of Israel to be saved. 2 I know what enthusiasm they have for God, but it is misdirected zeal. 3 For they don’t understand God’s way of making people right with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-17, Hebrews 1:1-2, John 14:6, Acts 4:12

Denomination: Methodist

Elizabeth Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 23, 2022

Mary, a virgin, betrothed to a man called Joseph after being informed by an angel who told her that she would conceive by the Holy Spirit and bring forth a son called Jesus. She was also informed that her "relative Elizabeth" had begun her sixth month of pregnancy.

Elizabeth Elizabeth was obedient to God's commands throughout her life. Biblical narrative. According to the Gospel of Luke chapter 1, Elizabeth was "of the daughters of Aaron." She and her husband Zachariah were "righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:13-15

Denomination: Baptist

A Promise Granted By Faith, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Apr 29, 2024

God's promise to Abraham had nothing to do with any works he performed.

4:13 “For the promise that he would be the heir of the world…” Heir of the world. This one man, Abraham, to be heir of the world? And not just Abraham, though it was to him that the promise was first given. Where is this promise? Genesis 12:3, “In you all the families of the earth shall be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:13-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Joseph The Good Man We Forget Series

Contributed by Bob Marcaurelle on Dec 3, 2019

The New Testament says very little about Joseph. But when we read between the lines we se he is a remarkable servant of God, a man of compassion and courage.

JOSEPH - THE GOOD MAN WE FORGET Matt. 1:18-25 Of all the characters surrounding the Christ child at Christmas, the one we forget the most is Joseph. The Bible never mentions any animals in the stable. They are the product, says Paul Harvey, of legend and logic. Yet the sheep and cattle get ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

When I See The Blood

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 13, 2022

This is a call to Holy Living. So, what are we to do?

For as much as ye know: • Peter is speaking of the work of God for our salvation. • We stood under judgment of God. • Ezekiel 18:4, Behold, all souls are mine; as the soul of the father, so also the soul of the son is mine: the soul that sinneth, it shall die. • That has not changed for God has not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:18-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Surest Path To Great Reward In 2023 Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Dec 27, 2022

Jesus reveals the surest path to God's greatest rewards. So, Jesus begins talking about the importance of right motives in serving, in giving, in praying and in fasting. Seek first the kingdom of God and His Righteousness...

Sermon: The Surest Path To Great Reward Text: Matthew 5:20; 6:1-8; 16-18, 33 Matthew 5:20 “But I warn you—unless your righteousness is better than the righteousness of the teachers of religious law and the Pharisees, you will never enter the Kingdom of Heaven! Matthew 6:1-6 “Watch out! Don’t do ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20, Matthew 6:1-8, Matthew 6:16-18, Matthew 6:33, 1 Kings 3:9-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

How To Develop A Spiritual Appetite Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 14, 2025

Ask yourself what brings most satisfaction?

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled” (Matthew 5:6). A. RECOGNIZE YOUR NEED FOR INTIMACY WITH GOD 1. More than knowledge, or being saved, or serving Him, it is knowing God personality/intimately. 2. Questions from today’s verse: a. What does it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Righteous For The Unrighteous

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 23, 2025

Jesus suffered for our sins, the righteous for the unrighteous. He took on what we deserved so that we could receive what we never could have earned nearness to God. And Christ made it possible, once and for all.

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: Play the video “Righteous Unrighteous.” INTRODUCTION: This passage is one of those places in Scripture where mystery and clarity live side by side. It begins with crystal-clear gospel truth: Jesus suffered for our sins, the righteous for the unrighteous. It doesn’t get more ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Just Shall Live By Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 6, 2023

Explore and understand the profound truth in Romans 1:17, emphasizing that our Christian journey is marked by faith, righteousness, and salvation, all of which are gracious gifts from God.

Good morning, beloved congregation. Today, we delve into the heart of Paul's message to the Romans and, by extension, to all of us, as we explore the profound truth embedded in Romans 1:17 - the righteousness, the justification, and the salvation of faith. In this one verse, we see encapsulated the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:17

Topics: Righteousness, Faith, Works

Made Righteous By Faith Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Mar 18, 2024

Though all have sinned, all can be made righteous through faith in Jesus Christ.

3:19 “Now we know that whatever the law says, it says to those under the law…” The law. What is your idea of “the law” as mentioned by New Testament writers? Moses? Ten Commandments? Exodus through Deuteronomy? Let’s look. Jesus for the most part spoke of the law as that portion of what we call ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God