Sermons on Discipline:

Self Control

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 10, 2007

This message explores the nature of self control and how to walk in it in partnership with God. Practical action steps are included.

SELF CONTROL Pastor Eric J. Hanson August 6, 2006 Read II Peter 1:1-11 and Galatians 5:16-25. Introduction: The writings of God through the apostles Peter and Paul could not be clearer on this matter of the Christian life. If a person genuinely comes into a saving relationship with the Lord ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Watch Out!

Contributed by Paul Decker on Aug 10, 2007

We need to live carefully.

WATCH OUT! I Timothy 4.16 S: Spiritual Growth C: Living deliberately Pr: WE NEED TO LIVE CAREFULLY. ?: What? What do we need to be careful about? KW: Subjects TS: We will find in our study of Scripture, beginning with I Timothy 4.16, two subjects to which we must give specific ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:16

Denomination: Baptist

Christ The Servant

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Mar 24, 2006

Our duty as Christians to follow the example given by our Lord to serve one another

CHRIST THE SERVANT The Duties Of A Servant John 13:1 – 17 Text: John 13:15 I have set you an example that you should do as I have done for you. I WATCHFUL TO OBEY a. CHRIST’S EXAMPLE John 5:30 I do not live to please myself but to do the will of the Father who sent me. [JBP] Matthew 26:42 ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Chair Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 2, 2006

Titus 2:11-14. Self-control, established as essential to the spiritual life in the first half of Titus 2, is shown to be essential not to make God capable of forgiving and leading us, but to make us capable of receiving His forgiveness and leadership.

The Chair The Productive Life, part 4 Wildwind Community Church April 2, 2006 The grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. The scholar, pastor, poet, and writer Eugene Peterson translates that passage: Titus 2:11 (MSG) 11 God’s readiness to give and forgive is now public. ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-14

Denomination: Free Methodist

Step By Step

Contributed by Matt Zurowski on Apr 3, 2006

A sermon preached to the staff of a Bible camp preparing for their summer ministry

(Walk back and forth) We do it everyday… we do it while doing many other things like talking on our cell phone, reading a book, talking and laughing, looking at the stars, holding hands with someone, etc. I am doing it right now! What am I doing? (WALKING!) Webster defines walk as: to proceed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-5, Ephesians 4:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Self-Control Freaks Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 4, 2006

Deals with the necessity of self-control in the Christian spiritual life.

Self-Control Freaks The Productive Life, prt. 3 Wildwind Community Church March 26, 2006 David K. Flowers Annie Dillard once wrote that you don’t have to go outside on a dark night. You don’t have to clear away all distractions, get far away from everything in the city, and look up into ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-8

Denomination: Free Methodist

What Will I Do With Today?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 8, 2006

Today is a special gift God has given you! Will you spend today wisely? What is God’s purpose for giving you today? How about ro rejoice?

WHAT WILL I DO WITH TODAY? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Psalm 90:12 So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom. Psalm 118:24 This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it. I. GOD’S GREAT MERCY GIVES US ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 90:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Your Efforts Show Your Intentions

Contributed by Phillip Wright on Apr 9, 2006

How do we build a life which honors God and is available for service tothe Kingdom?

Your Efforts Show Your Intentions Luke 6:43-49 Introduction: This morning we are going to take a look at a continuation of last week’s parable. We begin with two examples describing what we talked about last week. Attention: Jesus used parables in many instances. Today he will show stark ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:43-49

Denomination: Baptist

Be A Nurturer! Be A Feeder!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 11, 2006

Jesus said, Do you love me? Feed my lambs and sheep. We need the ministry of nurturing others to thrive in the church. Be a feeder!

BE A NURTURER, BE A FEEDER! By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This can be a two part series. I. TEXT: KJV Proverbs 11:25 The liberal soul shall be made fat: and he that watereth shall be watered also himself. NIV Proverbs 11:25 A generous man will prosper; he who refreshes others ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

First Things First

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on Apr 21, 2006

This sermon is taken from Jesus’ sermon on the mount. It asks us totake a good look at our priorities in life. Is Christ Jesus "REALLY" our number one priority?

WHERE DOES JESUS RANK IN YOUR LIST OF PRIORITIES? SCRIPTURE REFERENCE: MATTHEW 6:33 ’But Seek Ye First the Kingdom of Godand His Righteousness and All These Things Shall Be Added unto You.’ Introduction: I’d like to ask you a question this morning and I would like for you to think ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

What Is Fasting? Series

Contributed by Robert Fox on Apr 24, 2006

Many students graduate from their faith when they graduate from high-school. Why? This sermon addresses that question and shows how the spiritual discipline of fasting can help keep students from falling away from God when they are suddenly on thier own

This lesson was developed for a senior high student ministry and was presented in PowerPoint format. If you would like the original PPT file (about 1 meg without video clips), click on “all sermons by Robert Fox” at the top of this page, then click on the “contact” link and shoot me an ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Service Series

Contributed by Tim Zukas on Apr 25, 2006

Building God’s Church through Service(Bob Russell - When God Build’s a Church)

Ministers often hear excuses from folks whom they have asked to serve in some role in church. The next time you feel like GOD can’t use you, just remember... Noah was a drunk Abraham was too old Isaac was a daydreamer Jacob was a liar Leah was ugly Joseph was abused Moses had a stuttering ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Blind Ambition Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Apr 25, 2006

Overcoming the world view of winning at all costs and moving toward a biblical view of success.

Proclaiming His Majesty Series 2006 Blind Ambition Genesis 11:1-9 If you could travel back in time to the days of Noah what an amazing sight you would see! Not the flood or the ark, but right after the flood waters had dried is the time I am thinking of. If you were there you would find ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Choices Made By The Imagination?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Apr 29, 2006

It is very easy to let our imagination run wild, and then our emotions rule instead of faith.

CHOICES MADE BY THE IMAGINATION DELUSIONS OF A VISIONARY IN THE NEGATIVE? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. I. SPIRITUAL THINGS ARE NOT ALWAYS LOGICAL? A. THE BLIND MAN WAS TOLD TO GO WASH IN A POOL OF WATER SOME DISTANCE AWAY? WHY NOT HAVE SOMEONE BRING HIM THE WATER? B. NAAMAN DIPS 7 TIMES? WHY NOT ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Self Denail Project To The Knowledge Of Christ And His Resurrectional Power Series

Contributed by Isaac Arthur on Apr 30, 2006

GOD WANT US TO KNOW HIM BETTER AND HIS POWER. ONLY WHOM LEAVE THINGS OF OURS AND THAT OF THE WORLD BEHIND HIS WHEN WE APPRECIATE THE KNOWLEDGE OF HIM AND HIS WORKING POWER. THIS IS WHAT THIS SERMON REVEALS TO US.

How can I know him and the power of his resurrection? A friend of my one SUNDAY SERVICE ask me this question. Then Came This Sermon SELF DENIAL PROJETS ONE TO THE KNOWLEDGE OF HIM & HIS RESURRECTIONAL POWER The Cross is a very unique symbol of the Christian faith. Christ died in order to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-10

Denomination: Pentecostal