Sermons on Examine Ourselves:

Choices--King Herod Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 21, 2010

In today's lesson we wrestle with what it means to repent and believe, as we examine King Herod's refusal to do so.

Scripture What is it that determines the choices we make? Is it our consciences? I ask this because my conscience is currently being pricked by advertisements I see in some magazines that promised me washboard abs within three months. Well, it’s three months later and I still don’t ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:17-28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Big Shoes To Fill

Contributed by Tim Patrick on Apr 2, 2009

This sermon examines the phrase "as the Father has sent Me, I also send you." John 20:21

Have you ever struggled with a task that stretched your limits? Jesus gave Christians a task that will stretch your faith. However, the task is also inspiring. This task is outlined in John 20:19-22. “Then, the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the doors were shut where the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Time's Wasting, Do It! Series

Contributed by James Dorman on May 10, 2016

This is an outline of Ephesians 5:16 and wraps up the series from Twitter by examining the phrase "Time's wasting, Do it!".

Time’s Wasting, DO it! Making the most of time Ephesians 5:1-21 key verse 16 . Pay careful attention, then, to how you walk — not as unwise people but as wise — making the most of the time, because the days are evil. So don’t be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Daniel, Man With Courageous Consecration

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 6, 2017

Sermon examines Daniel's life from childhood to old age, taking lesson on his source of courage and consecration to the Lord.

Daniel 1:1-8 12/28/14 I want to talk with you a few minutes this morning about a man named Daniel. First, come with me to his childhood days. Daniel was born into a princely family; he was in the linage of the great King David. I’m sure he grew up hearing stories about his great ancestor David. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23

Denomination: Charismatic

Foundational Guidance (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 18, 2017

Christians sometimes wonder why they experience trials and corrections while the ungodly seem to prosper. This is examined in the light of Psalm 73.

Psalm 73 3/20/16 Intro For the last two weeks we have talked about “Foundational Guidance,” those things we do regardless of circumstances, “come what may.” We took our first message from Micah 6:8 where God tells us to (1) do justly (2) to love mercy (3) and walk humbly with your God. Last ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 73:1-28, 1 Timothy 6:5-10, Luke 16:1-28, Hebrews 9:27

Denomination: Charismatic

The Devil Wrote A Check For Your Life, But It Bounced

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Apr 23, 2018

There is a difference however, between a THIEF and a ROBBER. This text for examination identifies the actions of a thief whereas MALACHI identifies the actions of a robber.

TITLE: THE DEVIL WROTE A CHECK FOR YOUR LIFE, BUT IT BOUNCED SCRIPTURE: ST. JOHN 10:10 I realize this is a very familiar text, it is a well-known verse to millions of believers around the world, but today I want to see if I can provide us with some fresh insight into this powerful scripture. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

"God’s Command To ‘increase!’”

Contributed by John Gaston on May 24, 2017

This is a study of God’s command for us to “INCREASE” and then an examination of the 5 principles the Bible gives us concerning spiritual growth.

“GOD’S COMMAND TO ‘INCREASE!’” INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: BACKSEAT DRIVERS 1. It was a beautiful summer's day and Benny decided to take his wife Sheila and his mother Freda for a ride around Huntsville. Freda and Sheila got into the back seat of his car and buckled up. 2. Then, almost as soon as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Gifts - Pt. 1 - Gold Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 23, 2018

No tree to place them under. No shiny bows or wrapping paper. But the original “Christmas Gifts” are worthy to be examined during this season.

The Gifts Pt. 1 - Gold I. Introduction ?Here it comes. Ready or not. Tree assembled or not. Christmas. With all of the hustle and bustle. The paper and bows. The lights and wreaths. Christmas. Christmas captures our attention, our heart and even our imagination. That is true even for those of us ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:9-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gifts - Pt. 2 - Frankincense Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 23, 2018

No tree to place them under. No shiny bows or wrapping paper. But the original “Christmas Gifts” are worthy to be examined during this season.

The Gifts Pt. 2 - Frankincense I. Introduction ?It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Christmas captures our attention, our heart and even our imagination. That is true even for those of us who know the true meaning of Christmas. Christmas causes our imagination to run wild. So wild that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:9-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gifts - Pt. 3 - Myrrh Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jan 23, 2018

No tree to place them under. No shiny bows or wrapping paper. But the original “Christmas Gifts” are worthy to be examined during this season.

The Gifts Pt. 3- Myrrh I. Introduction ?Time is running out! Christmas is upon us! If you haven’t completed your shopping list I am sure you are nervous and frantic. There is nothing quite as stressful as needing to find that last second gift when the gift has to be perfect. The narrative has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:9-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Birth Of Hope

Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Jan 21, 2013

The birth of Jesus has brought hope to millions. Let us examine as Luke tells us about the birth of hope.

Luke 2:1-20 Intro: A common passage used at Christmas, our text tells us about the birth of Jesus Christ, and His birth has brought hope to millions. Let us see the events that transpired leading up to the His birth. As we see this passage, we will see God's plan unfolding, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship: Providing Life-Changing Relationships

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Aug 19, 2013

Discipleship is the key to our church’s future. Why? In this lesson, we examine the fourth and final reason in this series.

The Key to Our Church’s Future 2 Timothy www.crbible.com/sermons Part 4 – Discipleship: Providing Life-changing Relationships Discipleship is the key to our church’s future. Why? First, because discipleship is God’s way of passing our faith along Second, because ...read more

Denomination: Bible Church

Are These Letters Really Relevant? Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Apr 8, 2013

This is the introductory message for series that looks at the letters to the seven churches in the book of Revelation. This message provides the background and examines the relevance of these letters.

In 1955, Assistant US Postmaster General Joseph Cooper introduced the concept of certified mail or letters. A certified letter is guaranteed by the postal service to be delivered to the recipient. A form is filled out at the post office that contains the name of the sender and the person and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 1:9-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Jesus On Trial: The Witnesses Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 18, 2014

We examine the account of the witnesses who accused Jesus of blasphemy during his ecclesiastical trial before the Jewish Sanhedrin.

Scripture Three years I began what I planned to be a seven-year series of messages. It is based on the book by James Montgomery Boice and Philip Graham Ryken that is titled, Jesus on Trial. My goal is to teach on seven important aspects of the trial of Jesus Christ: the diabolical conspiracy to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:55-64

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Hope's Real, Keep It! Series

Contributed by James Dorman on May 15, 2014

In this sermon, we examine the hope that comes from a relationship with the Lord and how hope grows as we go through life.

Hope’s real keep it! Romans 5:1-5 Therefore, having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom also we have access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. And not only that, but we also glory in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist