Sermons on Damnation To Self:

John The Baptist Again, But What A Man, What A Devotion.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Dec 17, 2017

Another John the Baptist sermon, but I really did not understand the man until now. Can we ever emulate and sustain his devotion to Jesus?

This sermon was delivered to Holy Trinity in Ayr, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 17th December 2017 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Isaiah 61:1-4, 8-11 1 Thessalonians 5:16-24 John 1:6-8,19-28 Psalm 19:14: Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-28

Denomination: Episcopal

I Am Series

Contributed by Brandon Vernoy on Jul 16, 2016

I AM is a complete statement when made by God, but how about us? What do we add to that statement when describing ourselves? Is it accurate? Is it honest?

Exodus 3:13-14 (Exodus 3:13-14 NASB) "13 Then Moses said to God, "Behold, I am going to the sons of Israel, and I will say to them, 'The God of your fathers has sent me to you.' Now they may say to me, 'What is His name?' What shall I say to them?" 14 God said to Moses, "I AM WHO I AM"; and He ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Are You Asleep In The Light? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

When you’re spiritually asleep it means you’re unaware of what God is doing right now in the world.

INTRODUCTION One of the first church jokes I remember hearing is about the deacon who always went to sleep when his pastor started preaching. One Sunday, the pastor decided to play a trick on him. He started preaching, and sure enough, the drowsy deacon was soon sound asleep. The pastor said ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

So, You Think You're Not A Pharisee?

Contributed by Dan Funk on Aug 28, 2014

Christ directed the Parable of the Pharisee and the Publican Praying in the Temple to those who trusted in their own righteousness. We are more prone to trust in our own righteousness than we might think. This self-trust can keep us from being merciful.

Over the years, we have all heard preachers address the parable of the Pharisee and the Publican praying in the Temple. “The Pharisee stood and prayed thus with himself, God, I thank thee, that I am not as other men are, extortioners, unjust, adulterers, or even as this publican. I fast ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Anglican

Are We Enjoying A Pity Party?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 21, 2015

It is so easy to have A PITY PARTY and feel like your are the only person in the world that is having trouble. What are you doing here? Problems and obstacles are common.

HAVING A PITY PARTY... THE BATTLE OF THE MIND By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This lesson is not about clinical depression from a chemical imbalance that requires professional help. Do you know no 16 seed NCAA team has ever beaten a #1 seed? Someday, some team will break that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Jesus Paradox Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 30, 2015

Jesus shows us the way to please God ... for Jesus the way up was down!

Title: The Jesus Paradox Text: Philippians 2:5-11 (Mark 11:1-11) Thesis: Jesus shows us the way to pleasing God. For Jesus the way up was down! Introduction A paradox is something that is contrary to expectations, existing beliefs or perceived opinions. It is a statement that appears to be ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

“the Arrest Of Jesus The Nazarene” Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jun 13, 2016

After Jesus' High Priestly prayer, Jesus meets His Betrayer and His accusers in the Garden of Gethsemane and is arrested. There are similarities and contrasts in the Garden with an event in history concerning King David.

“The Arrest of Jesus the Nazarene” John 18:1-12 We have examined John 13-17 recently which is considered to be Jesus’ “Farewell Discourse”, occurring on the night which Jesus was arrested. Today we study John 18:1-4 with the arrest of Jesus: “When Jesus had ...read more

Scripture: John 18:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Grain Of Wheat Principle

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 9, 2018

“Lord, protect me from the things I want. If they're not in accordance with your will. ~Amen.”

Lent5B You can tell that Jesus eat whole grains by his analogy of a kernel of wheat falling to the ground and dying to produce life. It was in reference to his sacrificial death, but he gives it to us as an over-arching spiritual principle of dying to selfish desires, e.g. like the ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33, Psalm 51:3-15, Jeremiah 31:31-34

Denomination: Catholic

Be Like Valentine

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Feb 9, 2023

Billions of people around the world celebrate Valentine's Day. More than celebrating it, we should follow the good examples of Valentine.

Opening: A husband always carries a photo of his wife in his wallet. Whenever he faced a difficult situation, he opened his wallet and saw the picture of his wife. When his friends saw what he did, they said, "You love your wife so much, don't you?" He replied, "When I saw my ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-29, John 15:13, Galatians 2:20, 1 John 3:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jerked Back Into Reality

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 23, 2022

The disciples were whipsawed into reality, that Christ was risen from death.

Easter Tuesday One of the realities of life is that our little minds are quite capable of self-delusion, and on a grand scale. Most of the time we fool ourselves into thinking we understand what is going on around us–way more than we actually do understand. We kid ourselves that we are in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-39

Denomination: Catholic

The Unselfish, Ever-Giving Love Of Jesus

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Sep 1, 2025

Christ's unchanging love, entering into our ever-changing lives and worlds, can only be effective if we allow ourselves to expand our hearts and lives to try to love Him in return.

Friday of the 22nd Week in Course 2025 (St. Teresa of Calcutta) “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things came into being through him, and without him not one thing came into being.” That is how St. John the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:33-39, Psalm 86:3-5, Colossians 1:15-20, John 1:1-5

Denomination: Catholic

Emotional Development Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Sep 3, 2025

Emotional development is the ability to master, control, and channel our emotions under the guidance of the Holy Spirit to glorify God.

EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 25:28 – “He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls.” Key Verse: Galatians 5:22-23 – “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

My Name Is .... God As Father (Ab, Abba, Pater) Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Oct 14, 2024

3rd in a series of God's Name - God as Father

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13; Luke 15:11-31 Series – Names of God Theme: God as Father – Ab, Abba and Pater INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. I want to talk to you today about one of the names God is called that many believe He loves the most. It’s the one that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13, Luke 15:11-31, Galatians 6:7

Denomination: Nazarene

People Are Destroyed Because Of The Lack Of Knowledge. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Oct 20, 2025

Explore the importance of seeking knowledge and understanding through powerful examples from the Bible.

The Bible teaches us that a lack of knowledge can have severe consequences, leading individuals and communities astray from God's path. In Hosea 4:6, it is written, "My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge." This scripture highlights the importance of seeking knowledge and ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:1-35, Genesis 11:1-9

Overcoming The Flesh Through The Spirit

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025

The battle between the flesh and the Spirit is a reality every believer must confront. Though we are saved by grace, we still live in bodies prone to sin, and the desires of the flesh can subtly draw us away from God.

OVERCOMING THE FLESH THROUGH THE SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 8:13 Supporting Texts: Galatians 5:16-24, 1 Peter 2:11, Colossians 3:5-10, James 4:7, 1 Corinthians 9:27 INTRODUCTION: The battle between the flesh and the Spirit is a reality every believer must confront. Though ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:13, Galatians 5:16-24, 1 Peter 2:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God