Sermons on excellence: showing 406-420 of 14,118

Focus On The Good Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Our thoughts can either bring us down or lift us up. Focusing on the negatives makes it hard to see the positives. We need to focus on what is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent, and praiseworthy.

Today we're going to talk about focus. You know, like when your teacher tells you to stop daydreaming and pay attention in class. But we're not talking about algebra or history, we're talking about life and our relationship with God. Let's be real, there's a lot of stuff out there trying to grab ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8

Topics: Optimism, Mental Strength, Self-Belief, Happiness

Perche Baptist Church: Where Heroes Are Made

Contributed by Billy Ricks on May 24, 2007

According to Hebrews 11 and 12 we all can be heroes. Hebrews 11 is the hall of heroes and is used to encourage us that we too can be heroes If we face the race of faith with endurance, depend on God for empowerment, finish the race with excellence.

Intro: Hebrews 11 is the hall of Heroes. As we walk down the corridor of Hebrews 11 we see Abraham, and Sarah, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, Rahab, Gideon and other judges, David, Samuel. It is a virtual Bible’s Who’s Who. As we stroll through the hall of heroes we find that they all endured. God gave ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

It Happened At Night

Contributed by Norris Harris I on Apr 12, 2003

Between where we are now and where the Lord intends to take us, Between us and that Higher Plane of Living, Stands Some Sea of Challenge that Must be Crossed! The only way to get to the Capernaum of Excellence from the Bethsaida of Mediocrity is by way of

I need not pause to suggest how delighted I am to be in your midst. In the midst of erudite scholars like yourselves, I felt I ought to at least have an interesting introduction that sounded impressive with some big words. So I, like Al Louis Patterson who pastors the Corinth Church in Houston, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Authority Of Jesus In Our Lives. Series

Contributed by Matthew Olanrewaju on Sep 24, 2011

Jesus authority superceded all authority in heaven and earth. Unlike the chief priests and elders, who chose to challenge Jesus, we are to bow down to his authority and let His Most Excellency rule our heast, minds and souls.

THE AUTHORITY OF JESUS IN OUR LIVES - BY REVEREND MATTHEW OLANREWAJU It has been coming! It has been coming for a long time, the only surprise here is the fact that the Pharisees, Chief priests and the elders had held on for so long before running out of patience with Jesus. I mean, for a long ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-27

Denomination: Methodist

The Makings Of A Savior.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 7, 2022

What are the makings of a Savior? The world would tell us that it would take wit, wisdom, charisma, excellent rapport, a word smith, charm, personality plus. The world would automatically elevate Him while somehow profiting from their fame.

The Makings Of A Savior. Isaiah 53:1-12AMP What are the makings of a Savior? The world would tell us that it would take wit, wisdom, charisma, excellent rapport, a word smith, charm, personality plus. The world would automatically elevate Him while somehow profiting from their fame. Tonight I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:1-12, Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Renewed Minds: Transformed By Truth Philippians 4:8 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 4, 2024

Philippians 4:8 invites us to dwell on things that are true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent, and praiseworthy. Let us delve into this profound passage to discover how embracing these truths can renew our minds and transform our lives.

Renewed Minds: Transformed by Truth Philippians 4:8 Introduction: Today, we embark on a journey of transformation through the renewing power of God's truth, inspired by Philippians 4:8. This scripture invites us to dwell on true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable, excellent, and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:8, John 14:6, John 8:32, Proverbs 3:3, Matthew 5:8, Psalm 119:9, Ephesians 4:32, Philippians 2:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Begin In The Right Place Series

Contributed by Dennis Lawrence on Aug 29, 2003

To know what life is all about, it’s important to begin in the right place. For Christians, begin with our heavenly seating place! (This series gives all due credit to Rick Warren who has written the excellent book!)

Begin in the Right Place Purpose Driven Series #1 Cornwall/Montreal August 2, 2003 Beginnings are important and have a great bearing on where we end up in particular endeavours. If someone wants to end up with a Ph.D., but doesn’t have a high school education, that becomes more difficult- not ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-7, Colossians 1:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

They Come To Succoth. Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 6, 2022

The men of Succoth, lived on an excellent army route between Canaan and the East, and having regard only for self and no concern for Israel's deliverance and no compassion for the sufferings of Gideon's gallant little band, would give no bread to their brethren.

They come to Succoth. Ex 12:37-40. 37The Israelites journeyed from Rameses to Sukkoth. There were about six hundred thousand men on foot, besides women and children. 38Many other people went up with them, and also large droves of livestock, both flocks and herds. 39With the dough the Israelites ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 27:4

Denomination: Baptist

In Giving, Where Is The ‘enough’ Line? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Feb 21, 2019

Paul doesn't just say, "Tithe and you're good." Rather, he encourages the Corinthians to "excel in the grace of giving." What does that mean exactly? And what does grace have to do with giving?

IN GIVING, WHERE IS THE "ENOUGH" LINE? Many Christians would say, “Tithe and you’re good.” - There is a natural tendency in almost all of us to want to know where the line is. It might be so we don’t cross it. It might be so we can cross it. But we want to know where the line is. - ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

How Should We Temper Justice With Mercy

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Have you ever wondered how leaders should temper justice with mercy? Peter provides us with an excellent example in his sermon. The apostle shows us how to integrate grace in his message of justice, truth and righteousness. First, Peter acknowledges that

Have you ever wondered how leaders should temper justice with mercy? Peter provides us with an excellent example in his sermon. The apostle shows us how to integrate grace in his message of justice, truth and righteousness. First, Peter acknowledges that some people merely acted out of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:17-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Growing Together Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Jun 21, 2012

Unless the Lord builds the house its builders labor in vain! Marriage is an excellent proving ground for drawing lcloser to God and living out the reality of the Gospel message. As we seek God we also grow closer together! This message challenges every

Growing Together - Hosea 10:12 - June 10, 2012 Series: After The Honeymoon - #6 The early years of Paul and Grace’s marriage were, what we would consider to be, fairly typical. When they got married there was so much excitement and enthusiasm that they couldn’t imagine it ever ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 10:12

Denomination: *other

Shining The Light - A Father's Day Message Series

Contributed by Tim Diack on Jun 21, 2012

A message all about what it means to be a man of God in the context of our marriages / families. Indebted to pastor and author John Piper and his excellent book, "This Momentary Marriage," for his four very practical ways of what it looks like for a man

Shining The Light - Ephesians 5:23 - June 17, 2012 (Father’s Day) Series: After The Honeymoon - #7 Folks, this morning I want to share with you a story I came across awhile back. It’s written by a woman named Patricia McGerr and it’s called “Johnny Lingo’s Eight ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:23

Denomination: *other

Fatherhood Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 11, 2015

We’re going to look at some lessons on fatherhood from Joseph, Mary’s husband. No, he was not the biological father of Jesus but he certainly lived his life in a way that stands as an excellent model for us as men to follow.

Series: There’s an App for That “Fatherhood” Matthew 1:18-25 Open For many years, Lou Gehrig held the iron-man record of playing in 2,131 consecutive baseball games. Cal Ripken, Jr. broke that record on September 6, 1995. Ripken gave much of the credit for his success ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prioritizing Your Relationship With God

Contributed by Delishia Davis on Mar 30, 2016

Regardless of how difficult opposition may rise, remember that Almighty God has a purpose and plan to far exceed anything of the world and its leverages. When you stand firm in the relationship with God, he gives you power to overcome, excel and exceed

“Day and night I’ll stick with God; I’ve got a good thing going and I’m not letting go.” Psalm 16:8 King David records his most intimate thoughts in the writings of the Psalms. He begins Psalm 16 with a declaration that the Almighty God is in control of his life, and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:6-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Give Thanks Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 18, 2024

Psalm 100 is an excellent guide for entering the presence of God. "Enter his gates with thanksgiving and into his courts with praise: Be thankful unto him, and bless His name." Unthankfulness and silence curses God’s name. It brings him shame.

Series: Intercessory Prayer Training - Topic : Give Thanks Last week we began a spiritual journey on intercession. The objective of this lesson is to enable us to be more effective in our prayer lives Today we want look at lesson number 3 give thanks. Hebrews 12;28 therefore since we ...read more