Sermons about Denying The Flesh

Following Jesus: But What Happens When I Blow It? Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Oct 21, 2022

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Even a saint like Peter "blew it" when he denied he knew Jesus. Eventually he was restored to a place of service for the Lord. What happens, or what should I do, when I blow it?

Note: (Edited from a sermon preached in August 2022 at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO) Introduction: One reality few of us as believers want to admit is that first, we were born sinners. Paul wrote “All have sinned and come short of God’s Glory (Romans 3:23, paraphrased)” and none of us would ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Setting Our Minds On Divine Things

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Sep 12, 2024

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Jesus taught his disciples to set their minds on divine things such as denying themselves and taking up their crosses to follow him. He added to that statements about "losing" our lives and to not be ashamed of the Gospel. What does all this mean?

THERE ARE PASSAGES IN THE BIBLE THAT CAN CREATE FEAR AND POSSIBLY DISTRESS DUE TO THEIR BLUNT, BUT HIDDEN MEANING. IN LUKE 14:26, WE ARE TOLD THAT “IF ANYONE COMES TO ME AND DOES NOT HATE FATHER AND MOTHER, WIFE AND CHILDREN, BROTHERS AND SISTERS—YES, EVEN THEIR OWN LIFE—SUCH A PERSON CANNOT BE MY ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:27-38, 1 Corinthians 1:18, John 14:6, Romans 1:16

Denomination: Free Methodist

Turn The Other Cheek Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 28, 2015

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In the “flesh”… • When I am wronged I demand my rights In Jesus’ kingdom… • When I’m wronged, I am to relinquish my rights

We live in a culture that seems to be increasingly focused on individual rights. In some ways that is not all that surprising since our country was founded, in large part, in order to protect the rights of the individual. Our founding documents contain many references to those rights: • The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Option Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jul 9, 2009

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If we are to exercise our spiritual gifts and Holy Spirit empowerment to the glory of Christ and the fullness of His purposes, they must be exercised in divine love.

SERIES: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today III. MAINTAINING PROPER DIET & EXERCISE D.) ROLES & EQUIPMENT (Offices & Gifts) “THE GREATEST OPTION” (1 Cor. 13:1-13) Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, July 5, 2009 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Fighting Supernatural Evil Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 3, 2021

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When you look at your life, are you filtering out supernatural evil? Do you think life’s struggles are all against “flesh and blood?” Are you assuming there are no “rulers and cosmic powers” at work in your day?

Imagine if your friends came to you and asked, “We want you to build a bridge. We already have the materials you’ll need to build it. We already have the engineers, craftsmen for the stone and concrete, and we have plenty of construction workers available to you as well. Here are the blueprints to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Unlocking Gods Blessings Part 1

Contributed by Hoggan Tevis on Nov 24, 2003

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There are 3 keys that we need to know and understand As Christians, to recieve all the Power, and Blessings of God. "For to whom much is given, much is required."

Unlocking God’s Blessings Part 1 1 Samuel 7:3-6 And Samuel spake unto all the house of Israel, saying, If ye do return unto the Lord with all your hearts, then put away the strange gods and Ashtaroth from among you, and prepare your hearts unto the Lord, and serve him only: and he will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:3-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Elderly’s Proclamation

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Oct 18, 2020

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Old age is sure to come of which the Word of God gives us guidance on how to age under God’s grace.

The Elderly’s Proclamation Scriptural Truths to Growing Old by the Grace of God In the Spokesman Review was an article titled, Pinging Like Crazy, “Man is like an automobile. As it gets older, the differential starts slipping, and the u-joints get worn, causing the drive shaft to go bad. The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 71:17-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Applause Of God

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 29, 2008

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We have two options when it comes to the Christian faith; we can customize it into a flash and flesh religion (which brings judgment) or we can humbly seek to love and serve God (which elicits God’s applause).

The Applause of God Mark 12:37b-44 NOTE: This sermon begins with a 1 minute video on Hypocrisy. Sermon Objective: We have two options when it comes to the Christian faith; we can customize it into a flash and flesh religion (which brings judgment) or we can humbly seek to love and serve God ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:37-44

Denomination: Nazarene

Fasting Or Feasting?

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Aug 26, 2009

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One of the most powerful weapons of spiritual warfare that God has given to His children is fasting ... it will highly strengthen you spiritually. It is being hungry for God and feasting in the Holy Spirit leading to a REVIVAL.

Opening illustration: A priest and a rabbi are discussing the pros and cons of their various faiths, and inevitably the discussion turns to repentance. The rabbi explains Yom Kippur, the solemn Day of Atonement, a day of fasting and penitence, while the priest tells him all about Lent, and its 40 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Twue Wove

Contributed by Davon Huss on Dec 12, 2014

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See Ruth 3 through the eyes of 4 people: Naomi, Ruth, Boaz, and Jesus Christ (Key thoughts from Sermon Central's Jim Erwin at: http://www.sermoncentral.com/sermons/true-love-jim-erwin-sermon-on-christmas-advent-115564.asp)

HoHum: Mawwiage. Mawwiage is what bwings us togethew today. Mawwiage, that bwessed awwangement, that dweam within a dweam. And wove, twue wove, wiww fowwow you fowevah and evah… So tweasuwe youw wove In the Princess Bride, Westley is driven by one goal- to return to the love of his life, ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:1-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Beatitudes Of Christ (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Aug 18, 2021

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Jesus uses the word blessed nine times in these opening verses. Clearly there is a significant emphasis on being blessed. He reveals the presence and assurance of blessing to those who follow Him.

The Beatitudes of Christ (Part 1) Matthew 5: 3-12 Our text begins the great discourse of Jesus, His preaching of The Sermon on the Mount. His powerful message began with what has become commonly known as the “Beatitudes.” The term beatitude comes from Latin and literally means “happiness or ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-12

Denomination: Baptist

A God Who Camps With Us

Contributed by Carla Powell on Jan 8, 2003

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Sermon focuses on John 1:14, using the translations the word became flesh and "tabernacled" or "set up camp" with us. (Good for use in a camping setting or a location where many hearers are familiar with camping.)

Grace be to you and peace from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. How many of you would call yourselves “campers”? Yes, several of our members disappear for varied weekends throughout the summer to spend time at a campsite. But let me get more specific here. How many ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14, John 1:1-16

Denomination: Lutheran

What Is Your Mind Set?

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Sep 16, 2002

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Needless to say, there is a war raging inside of the Christian for control of the mind. That is why the Bible says to have the mind in you that is in Christ Jesus. It is why Christians are to seek things above and to crucify the flesh with its passions

What Is Your Mind Set? Needless to say, there is a war raging inside of the Christian for control of the mind. That is why the Bible says to have the mind in you that is in Christ Jesus. It is why Christians are to seek things above and to crucify the flesh with its passions and lust. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Who I Am Is What I Follow (Shaped In Sin)

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Sep 25, 2002

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THIS SERMON SHOWS THE WAR THAT GOES ON BETWEEN THE SPIRIT AND THE FLESH.AND THAT WE HAVE GOD GIVEN GRACE TO ACCEPT OR REJECT. WE ARE NOT TRULY UNDER BONDAGE UNLESS WE WILL TO BE.( PERMISSIVE AND OMISSIVE WILL.

WHO I AM IS WHAT I FOLLOW VERSE 17 IN EVERY ONE OF US WE HAVE A STRUGGLE BETWEEN THE FLESH AND THE SPIRIT. SOME GET THE VICTORY AND SOME DON’T. THE FLESH IS CORRUPT AND CARNAL. IT OPPOSES EVERYTHING THAT THE SPIRIT REPRESENTS, MOREOVER, THE NATURE OF THE FLESH IS PRESENTED TO WITH THE OBJECTIVE ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:17-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Crossing Over To Zion - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Mitch Davis on Jun 23, 2007

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A good word study not only increases your knowledge of God’s word, it opens your mind of faith to see the true (spiritual) light of God’s word, not the limited shadows that are left to the flesh.

Crossing Over to Zion (1) Theme: Christians living the true life of a Hebrew INTRODUCTION A. Word studies for studying the Bible are great for several reasons: 1. They serve to help a person to better understanding the true meaning of a word. 2. A true understanding of the word usually gives a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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