Sermons about Discipline Of Self

Implementing Christian Discipline Series

Contributed by Gary Landsberg on Oct 5, 2006

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The Christian needs to know what they believe, and then decide to implement that belief in their lives, before they are faced with trials and temptations. Christians should be proactive, not reactive.

CHRISTIAN DISCIPLINE “DECIDE TO IMPLEMENT THE PLAN” RO 12:1 Therefore, I urge you, brothers, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God--this is your spiritual act of worship. 2 Do not conform any longer to the pattern of this world, but be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Spirit Of The Disciplines I

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 27, 2007

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Conversion does not mean arrival. It signals the beginning of a journey of growth. We are to be like Christ, and this growth requires disciplines.

[Most of the thoughts in this sermon come from Dallas Willard’s book The Spirit of the Disciplines.] Eph 4:12 “…to prepare God’s people for works of service, so that the body of Christ may be built up.” Matt 28:19-20 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Disciplines For Disciples Perseverence Series

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 18, 2007

based on 14 ratings

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2nd in series on discipleship. Expanded outline

DISCIPLINES FOR DISCIPLES 2 Perseverance (A few points are borrowed, but I have misplaced the sources) In Hebrews chapter 11 we read account after account of men and women, heroes of the Christian faith, who trusted God, who believed He was faithful, and who were blessed by God. We read of godly ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Portrait Of Proper Discipline Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Dec 4, 2005

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How to train a child.

1. The Reproof of Proper Discipline. Proverbs 1:8 - "My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake not the law of thy mother." "Instruction" is mentioned 25 times in Proverbs. It means, "reproof, chastisement, discipline, and warning." One of the greatest rules of good discipline is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Developing The Discipline Of Gratefulness

Contributed by Denise Raterta on Oct 31, 2005

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Just how does one develop the discipline of gratefulness, joy and contentment, the way Paul envisioned it? Consider the following steps...

Developing the Discipline of Gratitude Thankfulness is increasingly following a lonely trail nowadays. People seem to fall more frequently into the mire of ingratitude, especially when greatly impacted by the stresses of this world. Human beings throughout history have demonstrated their ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19-20

Denomination: *other

Spiritual Disciplines - Silence

Contributed by Paul Cull on Apr 5, 2004

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Time of silence alone with God: · deepens our relationship with him · restores us in our life for Him · focuses us in our work for Him

Spiritual Discplines Silence and Solitude It is a well-known fact that the people of this Church are extremely well read! I know that you all have the great classics of literature in your well-stocked libraries. I know that your children will reach Chaucer and Dickens instead of the ‘Cat in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-18

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Disciplined Use Of Time Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Aug 7, 2009

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Points on Time Management: 1. Use Your Time WISELY 2. Use Your Time In Preparation for ETERNITY 3. Your Time Is LIMITED 4. Your Time Is PASSING 5. Your Time Is UNCERTAIN 6. Your Time Is Easily LOST 7. Only God Can Give You TIME Upon TIME

The Disciplined Use Of Time Time Management – God’s Way Here is a FACT: Godliness is the result of a disciplined spiritual life. But at the heart of a disciplined spiritual life is the discipline use of time. If we are going to be like Jesus – we must use our time in a way that is pleasing ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"A Better Discipline" Series

Contributed by Rob Petersen on Jul 1, 2009

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No matter the context, God’s discipline shows his Father’s heart for us.

DOMINANT THOUGHT: No matter the context, God’s discipline shows his Father’s heart for us. PURPOSE: - Head: For the people to understand that God cares for us as a father cares for his children. - Heart: For the people to have confidence and hope in God’s promises through tough times. - Hands: ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:4-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Discipline Of The Body Of Believers Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 18, 2009

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A description of how they discovered and dealt with sin in the day of Joshua.

The discipline of the body Joshua 7 There were three churches – a Pentecostal, a Presbyterian and Baptist and these three decided to sponsor a community-wide revival. After the revival had concluded, the three pastors met at Tim Horton’s for coffee to discuss their ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Discipline Leads To Joy! Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jul 12, 2009

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God disciplines Christians when they mess up not to punish them but to reveal the awesome glory of Christ!

God reveals Himself to people in mysterious and powerful ways. And do you know what God’s desire is for people? God’s desire is to bless people, make them holy, and daily walk with Him. Ever since Creation this is God’s desire for people! God chose the People of Israel, descendants of Abraham, to ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 43:1-34

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Thanks For The Discipline, Dad? Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jun 20, 2011

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A sermon for Father's Day on the Lord's Discipline from Hebrews 12:4-11

HoHum: When we look for Father’s Day cards we see two general types. There is the classic card variety with some general thanks to dad and an inspiration poem. Then, there are the humorous types that usually poke fun at a father’s lack of abilities or some humorous quality. The one ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:4-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Cooperate Discipline Of Worship Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Oct 11, 2016

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Understanding the disciplines in everyday Christian life.

Series: Discipline – Week 4 Scripture: Psalm 95 Title: The Cooperate Discipline of Worship Focus: Establishment of Spiritual Disciplines Introduction: Psalm 95 has been used as a guide to worship. Jews would recite this chapter when they would reenact their time of spent in the wilderness ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Choices: Discipline Or Regret Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jul 3, 2018

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One significant choice we must make in life is to choose discipline. Otherwise, we'll live with the regret of that decision.

We continue our message series entitled “Choices” this morning. We said as we began this series that we are the sum total of all the choices we’ve made in our lives until today. Going forward, the choices we make will shape the person we become. We’ve looked at choosing purpose over popularity and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25

Denomination: Methodist

God's Purpose In Discipline

Contributed by David Wilson on Oct 31, 2011

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God's purpose in discipline is MORE than just to instill righteousness-- it is for our good, and to demonstrate His great love for us.

Hebrews 13:4-11 The author calls the quotation regarding the Lord’s discipline- “encouragement” TWO KEY POINTS: 1)Don’t Take God’s discipline lightly. 2) Don’t let God’s discipline discourage you! WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT GOD's DISCIPLINE! a) ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:4-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Disciplines Of Connecting To God Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on May 28, 2015

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This sermon is an overview of the Spiritual Disciplines and why we need them in our life

The Disciplines of Connecting to God 2 Peter 3:18 James Bryan Smith tells the story of Craig, a zoo architect, who took part in a course focusing on becoming like Christ through the practice of spiritual disciplines and began to notice some real changes in the way he behaved toward others. One ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:18

Denomination: Methodist

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