Sermons on Earn An Honest Living:

The Blessings Of The Christian

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 25, 2013

We willingly accept the blessings of the Beatitudes, but must also embrace the responsibilities.

THE BLESSINGS OF THE CHRISTIAN. Matthew 5:1-12. The Sermon on the Mount is directed towards those who are already disciples of Jesus (Matthew 5:1). This is important. It counters both those religious hopefuls who find the Beatitudes impossible to keep, and those religious moralists who glibly ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living The Perfect Pattern/Identity Check Part 6 Series

Contributed by Steve Wright on Nov 21, 2014

Living The Perfect Pattern

Today, what we do is we come to Part 6 of Identity Check: Living a Verified Life. If you have your Bible, I want you to open with me to the book of 1 Peter and go down to chapter 2, and I want you to find verse 18. In verse 18, it says, "Servants, be subject to your masters with all respect, not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:18-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Attitude Toward Sin

Contributed by Shawn Miller on Jun 9, 2015

A warning for the lukewarm, backslidden, half hearted, person or church to take a hard look into being honest about our sins and the need to bring them before the Lord in confession to receive forgiveness.

Our Attitude toward Sin Introduction: What is Sin? You might name some sins or others might name synonyms of sins. But in layman’s terms: Sin is anything that transgresses God's law. Our attitude toward sin says everything about our Christian witness. Some might think that I am speaking ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Joy Of "Do-Overs" (Living In An Etch-A-Sketch Culture)

Contributed by Pb Stetser on Jul 6, 2004

This is a sermon about the fact that God provides a way to ’start-over’ (powerpoint slides available upon request)

The Joy of “Do-Overs” Preached 01-18-04 by Captain PB Stetser As with all of my sermons, the PowerPoint slides I used are available if you think they would be helpful. Simply email me at PBStetser@use.salvationarmy.org and request the slides for the specific sermon. Blessings! PB What are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Holiness

Restoring Balance To Our Hurried Lives. Part 3

Contributed by Eugene Morell on Nov 23, 2012

This sermon looks at what is the most important thing in our lives.

Restoring Balance to our Hurried Lives. WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IN LIFE. # 3 1 Corinthians 13: 1-13. Ps. 39:4. Lord, remind me how brief my time on earth will be. Ps. 90:12. Teach us to make the most of our time. 1. THE FIRST GOAL OF LIFE IS LOVE FOR GOD. 1 Cor. 14:1a. Let love be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Power Of Lust Series

Contributed by Jeff Krist on Apr 7, 2015

Lust is a powerful animal that makes people do stupid things. Everyone is tempted in this area, but not everyone is honest about it. It's time to fuss up and be accountable.

I want to talk to you about a very POWERFUL subject today LUST PRO – LUST CUE - LUST PRO – 2 PICS OF CHOCOLATES, 2 OF PIZZA, 1 OF PIZZA/CHOCOLATE CUE - PASTOR A. Most of the time when you hear the word LUST 1. It refers to SEXUAL LUST. B. You can be the GREATEST AJ on the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:5-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Learning Kingdom Values Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 4, 2023

Being part of God’s Kingdom means being born again and living according to His values. It’s not just about going to heaven; it’s about experiencing God’s Kingdom here and now.

This week, we're diving into what it means to be citizens of God's Kingdom. So, let's imagine for a second that you're a citizen of a country, say, the Kingdom of Candyland. Sounds fun, right? But being a citizen means you've got to follow the rules of Candyland. You can't just go around eating all ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:29-32

Topics: Spiritual Citizenship, Kingdom Living, Divine Allegiance, God's Sovereignty

Vision - To See Yourself Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 13, 2023

An honest visionary sees things as they are, a future visionary sees things as they want them to be, a biblical visionary sees things God wants them to see.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. An honest visionary sees things as they are, a future visionary sees things as they want them to be, a biblical visionary sees things God wants them to see. 2. Vision will give you strength to persevere through tough times. B. SPIRITUAL VISION, ELISHA: 2 KINGS 6:13-17 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:24, 2 Kings 6:13

Denomination: Baptist

I Am Series

Contributed by Brandon Vernoy on Jul 16, 2016

I AM is a complete statement when made by God, but how about us? What do we add to that statement when describing ourselves? Is it accurate? Is it honest?

Exodus 3:13-14 (Exodus 3:13-14 NASB) "13 Then Moses said to God, "Behold, I am going to the sons of Israel, and I will say to them, 'The God of your fathers has sent me to you.' Now they may say to me, 'What is His name?' What shall I say to them?" 14 God said to Moses, "I AM WHO I AM"; and He ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

'god's Requirements For Our Lives!'

Contributed by Tony Abram on Mar 26, 2019

If we want good things to happen, be and received in out lives God gives a plan and some requirements to open the doors and windows of heaven to us. In this outline we point some that will put you on the path of blessings.

'GOD'S REQUIREMENT FOR OUR LIVES!' Micah 6:8 (KJV) He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God? If we want good things to happen, be and received in out lives God gives a plan and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:3, Micah 6:8, 1 Peter 5:6-7, Luke 6:36

What It Means To Be Weak In Jesus

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Apr 25, 2021

What does it mean to be weak in Jesus? We need to be honest with ourselves, understanding that we are sinful and we are weak. We need THE savior daily in our life.

What It Means to Be Weak in Jesus People like winners • Every day on earth there are contests to see who is best at something. • Olympics, contests, leagues – everybody cheers for the winners. • People respect strong people – healthy, disciplined, practiced, pretty. So, • What does it mean to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-10, Philippians 2:12, Luke 12:5, Ephesians 5:3, Matthew 7:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Look At Yourself

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Oct 15, 2023

Taking a long honest look at ourselves is one of the hardest things for us to do. Admitting that I need help, something is wrong in my life is very difficult.

Then He said: “A certain man had two sons. And the younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the portion of goods that falls to me.’ So he divided to them his livelihood. And not many days after, the younger son gathered all together, journeyed to a far country, and there wasted his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32, 1 John 1:8-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sarah Laughed

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 7, 2022

Sarah Laughed in unbelief, but God transformed her unbelief, changing her laughter to the expression of joy. God longs to transform the one who is honest before Him.

“[The angels charged with the destruction of Sodom] said to [Abraham], ‘Where is Sarah your wife?’ And he said, ‘She is in the tent.’ The LORD said, ‘I will surely return to you about this time next year, and Sarah your wife shall have a son.’ And Sarah was listening at the tent door behind him. ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

Right Scales Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Oct 20, 2023

Right scales refer to the honest, integrity and humility. These are the blessings on the right people. God’s children always have blessings of God. God is delighted in right people.

Theme: Right Scales Text: Proverbs: 11:1-11   Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever. Illustration: In Europe in the 14th century, unemployed soldiers often became small armies of bandits and robbed and burned and killed, and raped towns and villages all over Europe. These ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

God's Solution For Stress If Ever We Lived In Time Of Need.

Contributed by Tony Abram on Jun 12, 2018

If ever we lived in time of STRESS it is now. Never has there been so much anger, fighting, fears and even suicides as it is today. Even Christians are finding it so stressful. In this life that even provides things that we older ones never dreamed was p

God's Solution for Stress If ever we lived in time of STRESS it is now. Never has there been so much anger, fighting, fears and even suicides as it is today. Even Christians are finding it so stressful. In this life that even provides things that we older ones never dreamed was possible, let ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-9