Sermons on Denying The Flesh:

Take Up Your Cross

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Mar 24, 2004

Inspired by "The Passion of the Christ" demonstrates how because of Christ’s suffering our life is not our own--and we must die to self, sin, and this world.

Take Up Your Cross Having recently seen the movie the Passion of the Christ several times, I’ve been reflecting on the meaning of the Passion. Of course, I know that the purpose of Christ’s death was to bring forgiveness of sin. But at the same time, I wondered what the purpose could be in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living On The Edge...of Hell

Contributed by Rex E. Faile on Feb 1, 2008

A message to inspire God’s people to a more consecrated and focused life in the "straight and narrow"

Living On The Edge…Of Hell Lakewood Christian Church Pastor Rex E. Faile, Sr. Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17 Introduction: We are living in a strange time in history. With web-cams, reality television, Internet, it is so easy to get into other peoples business. Who hasn’t seen “Fear Factor” with ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: *other

The Hulk: Don't Go Down Without A Fight Series

Contributed by Ken Hubbard on Feb 11, 2010

A sermon about the enemies worth fighting: division, defeat, discouragement and distraction.

VIDEO: Wing Clips, "Got to Try", and Hulk vs. Abomination INTRO: * Bruce has found a way to control the rage that turns him into the Hulk * His dreams are about to come true. He is going to marry the girl of his dreams * But there is an enemy (Abomination) (explain) * Who is on the loose and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 30:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power And Authority Of Christ Series

Contributed by Donald Rapp on Jul 24, 2010

Mark presents the credentials that give Jesus Christ authority and power.

The Power and Authority of Christ The Book of Mark Mark 1:21-2:13 I. Introduction: A. Many people exercise authority and power over us today. 1. Government 2. Bosses 3. Teachers 4. Parents B. All of them have this authority and power because they have certain credentials or qualifications which ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Cross

Contributed by Tony Abram on Mar 30, 2010

In this sermon outline we take the letters of the Cross to show the meaning and the work of Christ upon the cross. It makes us appreciate His great Work on the Cross.

THE CROSS In this sermon outline we take the letters of the Cross to show the meaning and the work of Christ upon the cross. It makes us appreciate His great Work on the Cross. C. is in CROSS is for the Christ , the Son of the Living God who died on the cross for us all. Romans 5:8 (KJV) But God ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-13

The Birth Of Sin

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Nov 13, 2006

All too often our definition for Good News has to do with interesting new Bible stories, or feel good inspirationals. But we may find ourselves one day in the Valley of Despair – Valley of Dry Bones, as a result of sin (birthed within us).

THE BIRTH OF SIN Revised – 08.20.06 (Edit in text from “Elijah”, Chas. Swindoll, pages 127 – 131) Perhaps you came this morning expecting to hear some “Good News”… How do you define the term “Good News”? If I were to tell you that you are walking too close to a hanging cliff that loose ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Being Led By The Spirit

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Feb 6, 2011

Most of us believe in the leadership of the Holy Spirit. However, too often in our lives we lead instead of letting the Holy Spirit lead. How does the Holy Spirit lead us? What must we do in order to be Spirit led?

Being Led by the Spirit Romans 8:12-17 Most of us believe in the leadership of the Holy Spirit. However, too often in our lives we lead instead of letting the Holy Spirit lead. We think that our individual feelings, urges, and desires are the things the Spirit has led us to do. How does the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Following Christ To The Cross And Resurrection

Contributed by Richard Futrell on Nov 24, 2010

Where then can we turn when our possessions do not satisfy, our politicians fail us, our presents get old, and passions whither into pain? Where can we turn? We can turn only to the God of our salvation.

Intro They are nearly gone. The leaves, that is. Rich in the green of spring, they are even more stunning in autumn: gold, auburn, red as if on fire. Then follows the falling leaves and the blowing wind. Finally, only the muted-brown pallor of death remains. This death is followed by cold, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran

Transforming Grace

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on May 4, 2014

There is no other word for grace, but amazing. This grace will save to the uttermost.

TRANSFORMING GRACE Titus 2: 11/14 I believe that it was The Talley Trio that sang the song, “No other word for grace, but amazing.” And then we sing the song, “Amazing Grace how sweet the sound, that saved a wretch like me. I once was lost but now ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: *other

The Great Escape

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 3, 2015

THE GREAT ESCAPE

Joshua 2:1-15 THE GREAT ESCAPE Intro: Ill. When the spies arrived in Jericho, they entered into what everyone thought was a harlot's house. However, when they entered Rahab's house, they found a woman who had already been touched by the Spirit and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 2:1-15

Denomination: Holiness

God’s Workmanship In Our Lives

Contributed by Tony Abram on Apr 8, 2013

In this sermon outline we share nine works of God in our lives to make us what He wants us to be. He always wants good things for His Children and we are His workmanship when we permit Him to have His own way in our lives.

God’s Workmanship in our lives. In this sermon outline we share nine works of God in our lives to make us what He wants us to be. He always wants good things for His Children and we are His workmanship when we permit Him to have His own way in our lives. Ephesians 2:8-11 (KJV)8 For by grace ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-11

We Need Christmas Because We Have A Problem With Darkness Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jan 21, 2019

This second message in the series deals with the need for Christmas in order to deal with the problem of Darkness

WE NEED CHRISTMAS BECAUSE MAN HAS A PROBLEM WITH DARKNESS Colossians 1:13 (NIV) For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves, Ephesians 6:12 (NIV) For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:13, Ephesians 6:12, John 1:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Want Cheese With Your Whine? Weary Waiting

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 29, 2022

Are we impatient with God? Whining, complaining and frustration cause us to look back on the onions, leeks and garlic and forget the slavery. WHINING IS A SYMPTOM OF A SERIOUS PROBLEM.

DO YOU WANT CHEESE WITH YOUR WHINE? WEARY WAITING! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com ARE WE IMPATIENT WITH GOD? WHAT SEEDS DOES IMPATIENCE PLANT? HOW ABOUT TOTAL REBELLION AND WHINING AND COMPLAINING? DO WE LIVE IN A DAY OF WHINING, ANGRY, FRUSTRATED, COMPLAINING, GRUMPY PEOPLE? ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14, Numbers 11:5, Exodus 14:10-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

2nd / 3rd John And Jude Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Feb 26, 2022

The emphasis on Walking in Truth and Love

February 26, 2022 Today we are combining 2nd and 3rd JOHN and JUDE. Partly because they are short letters, but also because they share a common thread – All three congregations were facing a crisis. The believers were in danger from other “Christians”, whose only goal was to, deceive, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 26:2-3, Psalm 85:11, Psalm 86:11, Psalm 119:90, John 1:14-17, John 14:6, 1 John 3:1, 1 John 3:16, 1 John 4:9-10, 2 John 1:1-13, 3 John 1:1-14, Jude 1:1-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Sunny Side Sermon Iv: Where You Reside Makes A Big Difference Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jul 1, 2020

In our fallen world, Christians are "in the world" but supposed to be not of the world, yet more and more disciples seem to be "border-line" and therefore need to be reminded that living "in Christ" ought to make a real difference.

WHERE YOU RESIDE MAKES ALL THE DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD SPIRITUALLY Where do you reside . . . How many residences do you claim . . . Where do you live geographically? Where do you live psychologically? A lady asked me this week to recommend a vitamin that can work ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:4-6