Sermons on Divine Character:

Character Still Does Count Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Nov 5, 2001

Character among our church leaders and those who serve in ministry gives the church credibility to share the good news of Christ with others.

Church attendance on the Sunday after the September 11 attacks rose by 6% nationwide. However, seven weeks later, pollsters tell us that church attendance has settled back to the same level it was before the terrorist attacks. Just by way of contrast, the Sunday after President Kennedy was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Priority Of Christian Character Development Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 16, 2005

Why should deveopling Christ-like character be a priority for the Christian?

A wife remarked to her husband after the church service: "Did you see the hat Mrs. Jones was wearing?" "No," said her husband, "I didn’t." "Did you see the new dress Mrs. Smith had on?" she asked. "I’m afraid I didn’t," said her husband. To this his wife replied: "Well a lot of good it does YOU to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Biblical Mothers With The Character Of Christ

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on May 20, 2007

HAPPY MOTHER”S DAY! (Have all the Mother’s Stand). This morning I want to talk to you about (3) Godly women of the Bible. They were women that listen and cried out to God. All three women birthed boys that turned into powerful living examples for God.

Introduction · HAPPY MOTHER”S DAY! (Have all the Mother’s Stand). · This morning I want to talk to you about (3) Godly women of the Bible. They were women that listen and cried out to God. · All three women birthed boys that turned into powerful living examples for God. They were loving ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Becoming A Person Of Great Character Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Apr 5, 2007

They say that the greatest, most impacting sermons are those that are not preached, but are lived. No one lived a better sermon than Jesus.

They say that the greatest, most impacting sermons are those that are not preached, but are lived. No one lived a better sermon than Jesus. In Matthew 5, Jesus continues his Sermon on the Mount. Jesus teaches how to develop great character in your life. A. We must realize why we are here. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-48

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Eternity As Part Of God's Character Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Jun 26, 2007

Part of a series looking at the Character of God. This sermon considers eternity and looks at the flow on effect of eternity for the believer

The character of God. The sovereignty of God The compassion of God The justice of God The eternity of God EX 3:11 But Moses said to God, "Who am I, that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the Israelites out of Egypt?" EX 3:12 And God said, "I will be with you. And this will be the sign to ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:11-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Our Lives And The Character Of Christ

Contributed by Stephen Becker on Nov 17, 2007

The sermon explores how we, as Christians, can be Christ-like at home, at work, or at play. We are children of God first, teaching others about the Gospel by our example. And as children of Christ, even in the midst of life-s challenges, we remember Pau

Our Lives and the Character of Christ 2 Thessalonians 3:6-16 Stephen H. Becker, M.Div. St. Peter’s Lutheran Church November 18, 2008 Evening Contemporary Service As I was preparing this sermon, I took a look at the Forbes list of the richest people in the world. Do you know who #1 on the list ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Christmas Character #6 - Jesus Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Dec 27, 2007

Who is the center of your Christmas celebration? Who is Jesus to you?

Christmas Characters #6 – Jesus - 23rd December 2007 am The Christmas story is truly amazing. Perhaps no other story in the Bible speaks with such clarity about the power and the purpose of God. Just the fact that God stepped out of eternity into time is mind-boggling. Look at the shepherds, lowly ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:11

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Character #1 - Mary Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Dec 28, 2007

Christmas Characters 1 of 6 - What can we glean from the life of Mary and apply to our lives as Christians?

Christmas Characters – Mary - 2nd December 2007 am Luke 1:26-27 I. Who was Mary? – Mary – same as Miriam, From Royal family of David – through Nathan (Luke 3:31) II. Where was Mary? Verses 26-27 – Nazareth When Gabriel appears to Mary, she is probably about 14 or 15 years old. She is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Character #5 - Herod Series

Contributed by Darren Rogers on Dec 28, 2007

No character is in the Bible by mistake - there are many things we can learn from the life of Herod - often times we have people in the Bible to show us how not to behave...

Christmas Characters #5 – Herod - 16th December 2007 pm Matthew 2:1-18 When the guiding star had brought the wise men Judea, the wise men headed straight for Jerusalem, the most likely place for a king to be born. Their question startled the city, “Where is he that is born King of the Jews?” – ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Imitate Christ In Your Character Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Aug 2, 2007

As we are spiritually transformed by God’s Holy Spirit (Romans 12:1-2) we will show the evidence. Romans 12:9-21 shows that we will imitate Christ in our Character.

IMITATE CHRIST IN YOUR CHARACTER Romans 12:9-21 I. Live in Love (9-11) A. Not an Act – Love is a Fruit of the Spirit (vs. 9a) B. 1 Corinthians 13:4-8 = “Love is…” not evil C. “Family” affection, “Brotherly” love 1. Bonding Love 2. “I give you a new commandment: love one another. Just as I have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Baptist

Character Qualities Of A Godly Man

Contributed by Matthew Grise on Jun 19, 2009

Ephesians 5:22-6:4. What makes a godly father, husband, or man? Find out as Paul’s letter to the Ephesians is examined.

CHARACTER QUALITIES OF A GODLY MAN EPHESIANS 5:22-6:4 INTRODUCTION - I want to turn our attention to manhood on this Father’s Day much like we looked at womanhood on Mother’s Day. I do this in order to broaden the scope just a little. But it is Father’s Day so why don’t we start briefly with ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Character Qualities Of A Godly Woman

Contributed by Matthew Grise on May 7, 2009

Proverbs 31. Character issues that promote godliness in women are discussed.

CHARACTER QUALITIES OF A GODLY WOMAN PROVERBS 31 INTRODUCTION - Abraham Lincoln is quoted as saying “ No one is poor, who has a godly mother.” Lincoln addresses an issue here that I find most appropriate for us to look at on this Mother’s Day: the value of a godly mother. And though it is ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Hard Wiring God's Character Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Oct 9, 2005

Do you revisit old sins? Did you know that God has forgotten them purposefully and it would be wrong to go over and over them? Learn about freedom from guilt in the once for all sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

Have you ever been in a contract dispute? Maybe charges got put on your account that you feel aren’t yours or aren’t fair. I had a situation recently with an agreement that I signed an extension on - and the other party and I discussed the changes and then I signed the document I received. Little ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:1-39

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Quiet Character Of A Good Man

Contributed by T. Michael Crews on Dec 2, 2006

A Biographical Sermon on Joseph.

THE QUIET CHARACTER OF A GODLY MAN I want you to imagine what would happen if you knew that you would not be around to raise your children. Who would you choose to parent them through their lives to adulthood? You would want someone who would protect them and provide for them like you would, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Give Attention To Your Character

Contributed by Tim Patrick on May 1, 2006

In this sermon you will consider the importance of developing a Christ honoring character.

It is necessary at times to give extra attention to components of our lives. Sometimes it may be your weight. Sometimes it may be a health issue. Sometimes it may be an emotional issue. However, one aspect of our lives should receive life time attention. That is our character. What kind of story ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Baptist