Sermons on Example For Others:

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

Why Forgive? Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 8, 2011

We are more than willing to receive the forgiveness of others. It is a little harder to be the one who forgives, especially when we have been hurt. Philemon and focus on the question, "Why should we forgive?"

You Can Listen To The Full Message Here:- http://www.nec.org.au/index.php/listen-to-a-sermon-series/a-call-to-forgiveness/ Message “Why Forgive?” If you were asked, “What does forgiveness look like?” how would you answer? Let me show you my answer. Read Luke 15:11-24 This parable talks about ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Prayer Is Seeking Forgiveness Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Oct 3, 2011

We may say that we forgive, but when the next irritation arises we are quick to dredge up the past problems. We like to "bury the hatchet" with the handle sticking out. That way we can easily pick it up again and use it to our advantage.

Matthew 6:12, 14-15 Purpose: To highlight the importance of forgiveness. Aim: I want the listener to value their forgiveness and practice it. INTRODUCTION: There is a lot of confusion about forgiveness. Here is an example. Old Joe was dying. For years he had been at odds with Bill, who used to be ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:12-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Life-Changing Words

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Jun 12, 2016

Learn to speak and trust these words which will change your life now and forever: ""I'm a sinner. I am sorry." And "You are forgiven. Go in peace." (Theme and intro adapted from Jon Daniels)

Is it possible for your life to be changed by three words? How about three words like “We’re having twins!” or “Sorry, it’s cancer,” or “Kids, we’re moving.”? We could easily spend the next ten minutes coming up with other three-word ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Lutheran

What’s Your Destiny In Life?

Contributed by Darrin Fish on May 7, 2014

We were born again to be God’s children. Children of the King. He chose us to live a higher and holier life. That’s the kind of life that honors Him most. And that’s our destiny!

What’s your destiny in life?  Did you know what your destiny was when you graduated high school?  Did you know what you were going to do,  where you were going to work,  where you were going to live,  And you knew beyond the shadow of a doubt all ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-5

Denomination: Christian Church

Stop Passing Judgment Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 26, 2014

Let’s consider what it means to stop passing judgment on others. 1- We must not be stumbling blocks 2- We must recognize the kingdom 3- We must do whatever leads to peace

INTRO.- ILL.- Wrong Guesses: A six-year-old lad came home with a note from his teacher in which it was suggested that he be taken out of school because he was “too stupid to learn.” That boy was Thomas A. Edison. (and yet Edison is the fourth most prolific inventor in history, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:13-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Outlive Your Life

Contributed by Monty Newton on Oct 31, 2011

What we do for God and others outlives us.

Title: How to Outlive Your Life Text: Deuteronomy 34:1-12 Thesis: What we do for God outlives us. Introduction You can see the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception on Logan Street in downtown Denver. It is a beautiful French Gothic structure. The front doors are brass. Its vaulted ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 34:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Embracing Forgiveness

Contributed by David Scudder on Apr 9, 2010

Philemon was led to Christ by Paul, probably at Ephesus. If Philemon forgave Onesimus what would the other slaves think? If he punished him what would other people think about his testimony as a Christian? Let's notice how Paul gently led Philemon down th

Philemon 1-25 Purpose: To see a real life picture of forgiveness. Aim: I want the listener to repent of any un-forgiveness and humbly extend forgiveness. INTRODUCTION: Philemon was led to Christ by Paul, probably at Ephesus. He must have been wealthy because his home was big enough for the ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Impact Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon explores the transformative power of generosity, encouraging believers to recognize and seize opportunities for generosity, and highlighting seven ways to bless others.

We are in the final week of a three-week series called, The Generous Life, where we are looking at the life-changing power of being generous. We believe God has called us to partner with his kingdom work in the world by blessing the people around us in a variety of ways. If you missed the first two ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-46, 2 Corinthians 8:7

Topics: Generous Life, Kingdom Work, Blessing Others

Sermon Series: The Generous Life

The Law Written On Your Heart Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 29, 2014

Man’s judgment is blind. We all have blind spots in our character others may see, but we can’t. God’s judgment is perfect. He has no flaws, no character deficiencies, so His judgment is perfect because His character is perfect.

INTRODUCTION I get a lot of funny things over the internet, some funnier than others. The other day, someone sent me a list of interesting questions. One of them really stuck out in my mind. If a man is standing out in a forest all by himself, and there are no women around, and he speaks, is he ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Forgiveness And Relationships

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 13, 2011

Taking seriously the command of Jesus to forgive -- what it means and what it does not mean.

A man was walking on the sidewalk outside a playground with a high wooden fence and heard the children chanting, “Thirteen! Thirteen! Thirteen!” He stopped and, finding a small hole in the fence, he bent over to look in. Just like that, a finger poked him in the eye. And the chanting continued, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Methodist

Dropping The F (Forgiveness) Bomb

Contributed by Ty Tamasaka on Apr 13, 2012

We often think that forgiveness is for the one who offended us. In this lesson we learn that we need to drop the forgiveness bomb on other because it frees us from bitterness and anger.

Dropping the F-Bomb! How many of you know that when you receive Jesus to be your Lord and Savior, you receive forgiveness of your sin? If we are going to learn to be more forgiving and to forgive others, we need to first know that Jesus has forgiven us. When I was younger, I remember running ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-38

Denomination: Other

Healthy And Thriving

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Jun 9, 2003

The Scriptures show us examples to emulate and also examples to avoid. Today, we look at an example to avoid in order to be a healthy, thriving church.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: There has been an incredible emphasis in recent years on church health. Many believe that if a local church is healthy and functioning the way it should, natural growth will be the result. The removal of growth-restricting diseases that often plague the body of ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:9-11

To Forgive Is Divine

Contributed by Sean Harder on Jun 19, 2009

Pride and dishonesty are the main obstacles to forgiveness. But you will never be free if you refuse to forgive. You really don’t have a choice.

“To Forgive is Divine” (Matthew 18:21-35) Pastor Sean Harder April 26, 2009 As we look at Scripture today, the themes of humility and honesty are at the forefront of the first half of Matthew 18, and forgiveness in the second half appears to be a product of these virtues. Therefore pride and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Portraits Of _____________

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 3, 2009

An inductive sermon on 1 Corinthians 13 where you never say the word ’love’

PORTRAITS OF ___________ 1 CORINTHIANS 13:1-13 INTRODUCTION As I begin my sermon, I would like to define something that seems as though it does not have just one definition. I don’t like words like that. I like words that have one definition and we can all be on the same page… but this word is a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ