Sermons on example of paul:

To Forgive: God's Grace Filled Example

Contributed by Marc Bertrand on Nov 5, 2004

A consideration of the parable of the unforgiving servant, and the danger of living in a prison of unforgiveness.

Intro: C.S. Lewis wrote, “Everyone says forgiveness is a lovely idea, until they have something to forgive, as we had during the war. And then, to mention the subject at all is to be greeted with howls of anger. Forgiveness is so often such a difficult thing because it means that something has ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Baptist

The Heavenly Father – A Dad's Foremost Example

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005

The gracious revelation of our God who sets for us the example of how to be a godly father.

“THE HEAVENLY FATHER – A DAD’S FOREMOST EXAMPLE” MATTHEW 3:17 1. He is a Father who is not ASHAMED of His Son. (v. 17a) And lo, a voice from heaven, saying, This is My Son Psalm 2:7; Mark 1:1, 11; 2 Samuel 7:14; Psalm 89:3; Matthew 21:37; Mark 12:6; Luke 20:13; John 1:29-34; 5:26; Romans 1:3; ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:17

Denomination: Baptist

"A Perfect Example Of A Perfect Church"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Sep 6, 2007

Do you want a full Church house with new converts? Here are four principles given to us by the example of Rahab. Her house of harlotry became a haven for the lost!

Title: An Old Testament Model of a New Testament Church Text: Joshua 2:8-24 Introduction: God has a desire that his house may be full. There is a picture of a full Church found in the Old Testament. It is the house of Rahab the Harlot. Can you imagine the great transformation that took place ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:8-24

Denomination: Baptist

Living Examples Of Jesus And His Teachings Series

Contributed by Carl Benge on Jun 22, 2009

This is week 6 of a 9 week sermon series expressing what God wants for our lives.

SLOW AND STEADY The power of the Holy Spirit is not just for salvation, but transformation, a process that might be slow and gradual. The difference might look like this: You can take ten gallons of gasoline and release a tremendous amount of power and energy by just dropping a lighted match into ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

The Solitude And Silence Of Jesus - Seven Examples Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jul 12, 2009

Looks at seven examples solitude of Jesus and gives three benefits.

The Solitude and Silence of Jesus – Seven Examples There is great value in seeking silence and solitude in our lives. In this fast paced world – it is not uncommon for most of us to miss tranquil times of quiet. Many of us always seem to be in a rush. I do not know if you realize ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus: A Baptism That Was More Than An Example Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on May 18, 2009

This message examines Jesus’ Baptism and what it means to us.

It had to be quite a sight, a man in a camel hair coat standing dripping wet in the middle of the Jordan River. More than that can you imagine the smell; dry camel hair does not smell the best, can you imagine the smell of wet camel hair? Besides dressing funny and smelling bad his behavior was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bible Kings As Our Godly Examples

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 31, 2010

The Christian is a king-priest in the making quite similar to the status of Melchizedek! Think of the implications! It is God’s priority to build royal and holy character in His people who will bring Him honor and praise. God is glorified through people o

Intro: The Christian is a king-priest in the making quite similar to the status of Melchizedek! Think of the implications! It is God’s priority to build royal and holy character in His people who will bring Him honor and praise. God is glorified through people of godly character and example. We ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:10

Denomination: *other

Lesson 13: Joshua: An Example To Follow

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 17, 2012

Joshua's qualities made him an example to follow.

Series: Learning Victory From Joshua Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson 12: God’s Permanent Home October 7, 2012 A. INTRODUCTION: JOSHUA 18:1-3 1. Put first things first, build your church before building your house. a. Attendance. b. Tithe. c. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Our Example: Yield To Him

Contributed by William Baeta on Feb 25, 2012

“For Christ died for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, to bring you to God. He was put to death in the body but made alive by the Spirit” 1 Pet. 3:18a.

Theme: Christ our example: Yield to Him Text: Gen. 9:8-17; 1 Pet. 3:18-22; Mark 1:9-15 God is love and chose to create man in His own likeness and image to be the object of His love. He demonstrated His love by giving him authority and dominion over all His other creation. The Psalmist in Psalm 8 ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:9-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christ: Our Saviour And Our Example

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Apr 5, 2012

A short talk for Good Friday. I am deeply challenged by Peter reminding us that when suffering for his faith, Jesus did not retaliate and made no threats; and we’re called to follow his example!

When I was at school there was no such thing as an anti-bullying policy, and I think I was on the receiving end of a large amount of abuse, mainly due to my surname, Pidgeon, and my painfully thin physique. As I look back I think I eventually adopted my own personal anti-bullying policy and it went ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:21-24

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus, Our Perfect Example Of Holiness

Contributed by William Baeta on Feb 22, 2014

“You shall be holy, for I the LORD your God am holy” Lev. 19:2.

Matt. 5:38-48 Theme: Jesus, our perfect example of holiness Text: Lev. 19:1-2, 9-18; 1 Cor. 3:16-23; Matt. 5:38-48 Holiness is necessary to come before a holy God and to be the source of our blessing the Lord commands us to be holy as He is holy. This simple command has generated many debates ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Price Of Pride--The Example Of Joab Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 11, 2012

The career of Joab helps us understand how to temper pride with humility, and what happens when we don't.

The Price of Pride–the example of Joab 2 Sm 3:39 “the sons of Zeruiah are too hard for me. The Lord requite the evildoer according to his wickedness!” These words of David refer principally to a man named Joab, general of David’s army. David himself was a warrior. Today ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 3:39-40

Denomination: Catholic

Character Of A Winner ; Noah As Our Example Series

Contributed by Olorunnisola Oni on May 17, 2010

God has set a race of life or death before man. His desire is that man run the race for life and not death and become a winner in His kingdom.

Introduction: Ever since the creation of the earth, God has always set a race of life or death before man. His desire is that man runs the race for life and not death. This is why in every dispensation, He always make sure man is warned and reminded of man’s need to run for life. The whole ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Good Lessons From A Bad Example Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Oct 15, 2008

Let us use our present resources to influence, to make a great impact, to make a lasting difference for our future, for eternity.

This morning, as we are about to enter our Missions Month, we will look into investing in eternity. Let us read the parable of the shrewd steward at Luke 16:1-13.[1] We will look at what is dubbed as one the most difficult parables of the Lord. There are those who accuse the Lord of praising ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Joshua An Example To Follow Lesson 13 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Apr 7, 2017

Qualities of Joshua

A. QUALITIES OF JOSHUA 1. Lived beyond his limitation. Began as a slave, but died a freeman. “Joshua . . . the servant of the LORD, died, being one hundred and ten years old” (Joshua 24:29). 2. Lived ahead of his contemporaries. When ten spies rebelled, “Joshua . . . spoke unto the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15

Denomination: Baptist