Sermons on correct behaviour: showing 181-195 of 26,748

A Workman Approved By God.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 25, 2023

The correct handling of the Word of truth.

A WORKMAN APPROVED BY GOD. 2 Timothy 2:14-19. Earlier in the chapter, Timothy was encouraged, first, to ‘endure hardness as a good soldier of Jesus Christ” (cf. 2 Timothy 2:3). Second, to ‘strive lawfully’ as a good athlete (cf. 2 Timothy 2:5). And thirdly, to spend himself in labour, like ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:14-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Homosexuality Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 25, 2020

A review of the sin of homosexuality with encouragement for followers of Christ to treat homosexuals with compassion while holding firmly to the Word of God.

“The men set out from [the oaks of Mamre], and they looked down toward Sodom. And Abraham went with them to set them on their way. The LORD said, ‘Shall I hide from Abraham what I am about to do, seeing that Abraham shall surely become a great and mighty nation, and all the nations of the earth ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Every Sin Has Its Own Consequences. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 5, 2024

Every sin has its own consequences, both spiritual and temporal.

Every sin has its own consequences, both spiritual and temporal. Sin is a rebellion against God's laws and commandments, and it inevitably leads to separation from Him and harm to oneself and others. Sin has a way of leaving a lasting impact on our lives, even after we've turned away from ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:31-32, Romans 1:24-27, Genesis 3:7-8

The Tragic Consequences Of Dying In Bad Addiction Without Change. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 4, 2024

Addiction is a powerful and destructive force that can consume one's life, relationships, and future.

Addiction is a powerful and destructive force that can consume one's life, relationships, and future. When we become trapped in bad addiction, it's essential to seek help and make a change. However, if we fail to do so and die in our addiction, the consequences are severe and far-reaching. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:23, John 3:3

Shining A Light On Domestic Violence Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 25, 2024

Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects millions of people around the world.

Domestic violence is a serious issue that affects millions of people around the world. It is a form of abuse that can have long-lasting physical and emotional effects on the victim. In many cases, domestic violence is not just a result of human anger or frustration but also a manifestation of evil ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:12, Mark 16:17

The Camel The Eye And The Faith To Get Through

Contributed by Philip Gill on May 29, 2008

This rich man stands in stark contrast with the many whose lives were changed through their encounter with Jesus. From Andrew to Zacchaeus, men and women shared in the joy Jesus offered them through a renewed relationship with God. That joy is for those

The Camel the eye and the faith to get through A Sermon for the 22nd Sunday of Pentecost Luke 18.18-30 This story of the joylessly religious rich man is a setting for the most memorable of images - that of the camel trying to get through the eye of a needle. To our ears this is hyperbole of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-30

Denomination: Anglican

Moses In The School Of Hard Knocks Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 31, 2011

In this lesson we look at the incidents of Moses killing the Egyptian and running to Midian. What did Moses learn from this period in his life and the mistakes he made? We can learn a lot from the school of hard knocks.

Introduction: A. Has anyone here ever made a mistake? 1. Probably a better question for us is there anyone where who has never made a mistake. 2. Have you ever made a really foolish mistake? Like this boy sawing off the branch he was sitting on! That’s really dumb and painful! 3. Have you ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:11-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Never Seen Before Series

Contributed by Kevin Hall on Oct 11, 2013

Activities of the Early Church, What needs to be the Church of Today.

“Never Seen Before” Part I Mark 2:1-12 A few days later, when Jesus again entered Capernaum, the people heard that he had come home. 2 They gathered in such large numbers that there was no room left, not even outside the door, and he preached the word to them. 3 Some men came, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Preach The Word

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 24, 2013

To show that as a preacher of the WORD, we preach it because we are commanded not when it's convenient for us, we correct, rebuke and encourage with great patience and careful instruction

I. EXORDIUM: Do you preach the WORD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that as a preacher of the WORD, we preach it because we are commanded not when it's convenient for us, we correct, rebuke and encourage with great patience and careful instruction IV. TEXT: 2 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

In The Presence Of The King On The Road

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on May 7, 2014

A short talk given at a Wednesday morning communion service reflecting upon Jesus drawing alongside the disciples on the road to Emmaus. He listened, rebuked and ate with them. What can we learn from this?

Two disciples, not from the original band of 12, but two other disciples are walking from Jerusalem to Emmaus. It’s a little later on the same day that Jesus rose from the dead (24:13) and these two are discussing the events of recent days, including the fact that some of the women from their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Anglican

Admonish One Another Series

Contributed by David Owens on Oct 19, 2009

There is a need for us to learn to offer admonition and for us to learn to receive it. This sermon attempts to teach us how to do both.

Introduction: A. One day a man was seated at a table of an upscale restaurant. 1. The man proceeded to tie a napkin around his neck like a bib. 2. The maître d´ called the waiter aside and said, “Try to make that man understand, as tactfully as possible, that the way he is wearing his napkin is ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:15-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

True Judgment

Contributed by John Mccormack on Sep 22, 2014

BELIEVERS MUST SPEAK THE TRUTH WITH LOVE AND COMPASSION.

TRUE JUDGMENT OBSERVATION: ZECHARIAH (THE LORD REMEMBERS) WAS A LEVITE PRIEST AND PROPHET IN THE SIXTH CENTURY B.C. HE WAS ONE OF THE TWELVE MINOR PROPHETS OF HEBREW SCRIPTURE. HIS VISIONS CONCERN THE RETURN OF THE JEWS TO JERUSALEM AFTER THE BABYLONIAN EXILE AND REBUILDING THE JEWISH TEMPLE IN ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 7:8-10, Zechariah 7:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Reformation

Contributed by John Mccormack on Oct 9, 2014

THIS STUDY ADDRESSES SPIRITUAL REFORMATION BY EZRA, A PRIEST.

REFORMATION OBSERVATION: NEHEMIAH WAS A JEWISH CUPBEARER TO A PERSIAN KING, ARTAXZERXES. THIS KING PERMITTED NEHEMIAH TO RETURN TO JERUSALEM TO DO RESTORATION ON THE TEMPLE AND THE WALLS AROUND JERUSALEM. EZRA WAS A JEWISH PRIEST WHO HAD RETURNED FOURTEEN YEARS EARLIER. EZRA EFFECTIVELY ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 10:28

Denomination: Baptist

Apple Talk Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 5, 2017

In any context in which we must work closely with people, we can expect conflict, irritation, inconsistency, and aggravation. It takes discipline to handle them well.

Apple Talk (Proverbs 25:8-14) 1. There is a constant debate between computer users: Is Apple (Mac) better than Windows? 2. For people who work with graphics, the Mac will win by and large. 3. But for the rest of us, the matter is debated — especially taking into account the cost difference. 4. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:8-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Three Lessons On Prayer

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Sep 15, 2015

A description on three different people in Luke and Mark that show us three essentials in prayer. The Tax Collector teaches us to pray with simplicity (humility), the blind man teach us to pray specifically, and the widow teaches us to pray persistently

Three Lessons on Prayer Introduction: A little boy told the minister that his mother prays for him every night. The minister seeming impressed said “So your mother says your prayers for you each night. What does she say?” The youngster replied, “Thank God he's in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational