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The Last Three 'fruit Of The Spirit': Faithfulness, Gentleness And Self-Control

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Aug 5, 2023

How can we be more like God? By demonstrating God's character. We look at three more wonderful qualities of God that the Holy Spirit wants to produce in us.

INTRODUCTION Today, we’re having the last in our series on the Fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5. We’re going to look at the last three fruit in Paul’s list: faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. I thought I’d do something a bit different to usual today. I’m going to look at three true ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

James 3 - Wild Thing! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Oct 14, 2018

Today I want to focus on the power of words and learn a lesson from James on the importance of making sure our words are always bridled – always kept in check.

Opening Video: The Church Matters! Series: James – Let’s do it! Thesis of Book: The message of the book is “Let’s do it – live the faith – put it into action! The half-brother of Jesus is speaking to the scattered Jewish Christians across the nations – they were scattered right after Stephen ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12, Proverbs 12:18, Proverbs 18:21, James 1:26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Daniel 7: Taming The Monsters Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Sep 3, 2020

God has a plan for taking the monsters we face in the world and our personal lives. The SON OF MAN finds fulfillment in Jesus, who overcomes by the cross, resurrection, ascension, and return.

TAMING THE MONSTERS—Daniel 7 ***When our son was about six, we asked him what he wanted to be when he grew up. His answer surprised us: He wanted to be monster-handler. I can only imagine the monsters he imagined in his room or under his bed, but he thought grownups would have use for a ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 7:1-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Fruit Of The Spirit (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Dec 17, 2024

Part 3 of 3 part series This series was birthed out of the 30-day challenge I issued to you on May 4th. Funny thing, the challenge was on me!

Probably the first epistle that Paul penned. Written because the Christians of the region of Galatian were being taught some doctrine that Paul had to refute. Galatians 5:22–23 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Living Under The Influence Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by David Owens on Feb 17, 2025

Being filled with the Holy Spirit doesn't have to do with having more of the Holy Spirit, rather it has to do with allowing the Spirit to have more of us. It is about cooperating with the Spirit and allowing the Spirit to be in control.

Introduction: A. I want to begin today’s sermon with an old story, which is a legend of unknown origin that has appeared in many forms over the years, but teaches an important principle. 1. Once there was a grandfather who was talking with his grandson. 2. The grandfather said, “In life, there are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20, Galatians 5:16-17, Romans 8:5-6, Philippians 2:13, Ephesians 3:20, Ephesians 1:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Will Be Worth It All!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jun 24, 2025

There are just 2 Major points in this sermon. And to lead us into those 2 points I want to read Isaiah 55:9. “Just as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways & my thoughts higher than your thoughts.”

MELVIN NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK IT WILL BE WORTH IT ALL TEXT: Isaiah 55:9-12, Psalms 46 & 121, Romans 8:28, 2 Timothy 1:7 Two weeks ago I was looking forward to celebrating my 92nd birthday the next day. Then you all surprised me with a ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:9-12, Romans 8:28, 2 Timothy 1:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who's The Boss Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 26, 2004

How much of what you think do and say is under your control - and should it? Learn how Jesus can take control of more of your life.

For more Bible Studies visit: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Who’s The Boss? Mark 2:1-27 Pastor Tom Fuller The story of Saddam Hussein and his rule of the Iraqi people is fascinating. In my mind, the defiant ruler’s power didn’t come to an end in March of 2003 when American troops rolled ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-27

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

God Has A Plan Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Aug 12, 2016

The final sermon of a 3 week series reminding the people God is for us. part 1 - God is for you. part 2 - God is in Control. part 3 - God is in Control

God Has A Plan Psalm 118:22-23 August 7, 2016 Today we're wrapping up our series from Psalm 118, focusing on Getting Centered on God. We’ve been focusing on what it means to get centered in God during hard times. I'm talking about having peace, strength and confidence in your life, no ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Be Under The Power Of Precious Holy Spirit

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jun 3, 2019

Don't allow anything to control you on this earth. Let Precious Holy Spirit be the only Person who controls and directs you in all you do

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *BE UNDER THE POWER OF PRECIOUS HOLY SPIRIT* 1 Corinthians 6:12 King James Version (KJV) 12 All things are lawful unto me, but all things are not expedient: all things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12

Denomination: Charismatic

Perfect Peace Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 12, 2023

Paul writes of a "peace that surpasses all understanding". This peace is not a feeling or a state of mind, but it is knowing WHO is in control when life seems out-of-control.

A. Philippians 4:7 (READ) 1. How many of you saw the movie “The Perfect Storm”? ILLUSTRATION: It was a GOOD MOVIE—ROTTEN ENDING. It’s a TRUE STORY, and sometimes TRUE LIFE doesn’t END the way we like. It starred George Clooney and Mark Wahlberg. For those of you who may have missed it, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus Has Given Us The Power To Contain And Control Evil.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Nov 22, 2001

Year A. 1st Sunday of Advent, December 2, 2001 Matthew 24: 36-44

Year A. 1st Sunday of Advent, December 2, 2001 Matthew 24: 36-44 Heavenly Father thank you for giving us the power to contain and control evil through your Son, our Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen. Title: Jesus has given us the power to contain and control evil. In this second part of Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-44

Denomination: Lutheran

The Most Happy People

Contributed by Jeff Kolk on Aug 4, 2001

The most happy people are those content in the fact that God is in control.

The Most Happy People Phil. 4:10-13 Jeff Kolk - Cross Road Baptist Church - Lufkin, TX INTRODUCTION: Who are the most happy people? The rich? - No, both rich and poor suffer from discontentment. I would say the most happy people are the content people. Let’s see what Paul says to the church at ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

"Dealing With Our Anger" Series

Contributed by Michael Cassara on Sep 8, 2001

Learn from King David how to control your anger

SEEKING GOD FAITHFULLY- A LOOK AT THE LIFE OF DAVID Message #7 "Dealing With Our Anger" 1 Sam 25 INTRODUCTION After sharing last week’s message about David and how he successfully fought the temptation to get even with Saul and retaliate against Saul for all the wrong Saul did to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 25:1-44

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's All In God's Hands

Contributed by Laura Leblanc on Jan 3, 2003

This sermon is designed to aid you in understanding that God is always in control.

Today I want to speak to you about building your house on the Lord’s foundation. Building a spiritual house. When I first read Psalm 127, I thought it was talking about building a physical house. I read it again and again and nothing came to me. Then, all of a sudden God revealed that the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Taming Of The Tongue

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Apr 30, 2005

The theme of this sermon is surrendering your tongues to the control of the Holy Spirit.

THE TAMING OF THE TONGUE --James 3:5-12 by R. David Reynolds The Japanese give us two proverbs we should never forget. The first one says, “The tongue is but three inches long, yet it can kill a person six feet high.” The second one warns everyone: “The tongue is more to be feared than the ...read more

Scripture: James 3:5-12

Denomination: Methodist