Sermons about Delayed Gratification

Fanatics For The Faith Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 24, 2007

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God calls His people to take seriously the instruction of the Word. In fact, He calls us to be fanatics for the Faith.

JAMES 1:19-27 FANATICS FOR THE FAITH “Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness that God requires. Therefore put away all filthiness and rampant wickedness and receive with meekness the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

Last Days Deception

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 24, 2017

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Biblical warnings against deception, especially in the last days, is explored. Some fundamental characteristics of deception are discussed so that the believer is more equipped to identify and avoid it.

1 Timothy 4:1 9-4-16 Intro In Matthew 24 Jesus was alone with his disciples on the Mount of Olives. The disciples asked Him a question about the end times. “And what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?"1 How will we know when the end is near? What will tell us that Your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-8, 2 Corinthians 11:14-15, Matthew 24:1-35, Revelation 13:11-18, 2 Timothy 3:1-9, Isaiah 14:12-15, Genesis 3:6 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Render Unto Caesar

Contributed by Ray Munro-Crump on Nov 25, 2002

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Give to Caesar what is Caesar’s and to God What is God’s

When I first thought about using this reading the advice I got was quite clear. Choose another one! Well, that was straight to the point. I looked up this reading in the various Bible commentaries I have and found that some of them just ignore this reading. I couldn’t even find a hymn based on it. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-22

Denomination: Methodist

Live As God's Children Series

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Sep 3, 2002

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Paul begins a detailed discussion of the Christian life-style

Introduction: Several years ago the "Christian Life and Faith" magazine presented some unusual facts about two families. In 1677 an immoral man married a very licentious woman. Nineteen hundred descendants came from the generations begun by that union. Of these, 771 were ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

But Life Is Too Hard Series

Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Sep 13, 2002

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Overall, Americans are “mostly” or “completely” satisfied with life despite having daily concerns. But sometimes life’s pressures burden us down. God wants us to know He is going to help us get back up

Please e-mail me with any comments or if you use any part of this at your church at Mail4ChrisR@aol.com. I would love to hear about it. God Bless! - Chris Series: “What To Do” See also I Don’t Know What To Do; But I’m Disappointed; But I Just Can’t Win; What You Need, God Has) Colossians ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Methodist

People Who Are Moth-Eaten

Contributed by David Tijerina on Mar 2, 2002

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How many have ever seen a moth and went ballistic?The damage a moth can do in your spiritual life.

People Who Are Moth-Eaten January 6, 2002 Intro: How many have ever seen a moth and went ballistic? Hurry... kill it! It’s going to eat up all our cloths. “Get the broom, get the newspaper.” And begin to chase it around the house until you finally kill it. Probably none of us. To us, a moth ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 51:7-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Discerning Our World

Contributed by Dana Chau on Mar 22, 2002

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Learn to discern the philosophies that come from God and those that do not

I received an email this past Wednesday that asked if I knew anything about Tachyon energy. Tachyon energy is supposedly some form of energy, when channeled into us, brings peace, joy and health. If you’ve done any reading about the new age movement, the Tachyon website and links contained ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8-9

Denomination: *other

Apostacy

Contributed by Gerry Pratt on May 25, 2002

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Here are pointed out the warning signs, consequences, and the cure for apostacy.

Apostasy: (Webster) - The abandoning of what one believed in, as a faith, political party, principles, etc.. A. If I were to address a large group of Christians and asked if any of those present were in the grips of apostasy...none would answer. 1. I should then be able to draw ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Four Faces Of Love

Contributed by Gary Kins on Feb 7, 2003

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A sermon describing the charcateristics of biblical love in contrast to worldly love.

The Four Faces of Love Introduction: Valentine - an amatory or sentimental card, token or gift sent by one person to another on St. Valentine’s Day; a sweetheart chosen on St. Valentine’s Day; the object of one’s affection. St. Valentine - Valentinus -- Christian martyr, c270 A.D. -- ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, Romans 5:1-11, 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Even Champions Can Stumble

Contributed by Michael Dephillips on Feb 8, 2003

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The word of God warns us to take heed lest we fall

" EVEN CHAMPIONS STUMBLE " 1 CHRONICLES 13:1-4 WHEN YOU THINK OF THE MEANING OF A CHAMPION, WHAT COMES TO YOUR MIND? 1. MOST OF US THINK OF PROFESSIONAL ATHLETES CHASING THE RECORD BOOKS A. MARK MCGUIRE AND SAMMY SOSA B. FLORENCE GRIFFITH JOYNER, OLYMPIC ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 13:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Enjoy Inner Restoration, Healing And Transformation

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 14, 2004

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In the 1987 AFC Championship football game between Cleveland and Denver, Ernest Bynar fumbled the ball just as he got ready to score a touchdown. That mistake cost the Cleveland Browns the championship, a trip to the Super Bowl and is what most people rem

Enjoy Inner Restoration, Healing and Transformation (Romans 12:2) Illustration: In the 1987 AFC Championship football game between Cleveland and Denver, Ernest Bynar fumbled the ball just as he got ready to score a touchdown. That mistake cost the Cleveland Browns the championship, a trip to the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Disciple's Heart: Spiritual Growth" (Part One) Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Oct 20, 2004

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Where does God work to transform us into the likeness of Christ?

The Apostle Paul wrote the second letter to the Corinthians for the purpose of defending his apostleship. It seems that there was a group of false teachers in Corinth who were seeking a following among the people. In the effort to get others to follow them, they used the tactic of denouncing and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Understanding The Present Time

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 14, 2001

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What time is it in my life? What time is it in the church? What time is it in my nation & the world?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX A. Someone told me a long time ago that the older you get the faster time flies. If that is true, then it is no wonder that I no longer seem to have enough time to get everything done that I need to do. ILL. Are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Can You Identify?

Contributed by Doug Brown on Jan 27, 2001

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As Christians, often we must choose the more difficult route even when we could have it earthly good!

“Can You Identify?” Nehemiah 2:1-6 Doug Brown FBC (SBC) Lawrenceville, Ill. 62439 P.O. Box 403 Hedonism, Dionysians, Epicureans, and Stoics. (R.C. Sproul… Lifeviews pp. 129-138) There is no sin in enjoying that which is pleasant and fleeing from that which is painful. But there are times ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Affair-Proofing Your Marriage Series

Contributed by Keith Walker on May 19, 2004

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What to do to prevent adultery and how to recover from an adulterous relationship.

INTRODUCTION Whenever God gives us a negative He always has a positive purpose behind it. He always has a reason. His purpose is usually not to cause pain but for your protection. When you play by God’s rules you win. Our series of messages for the last 6 weeks have been on the Ten Commandments. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:4, Exodus 20:14

Denomination: Baptist

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