Sermons on Excusing Ourselves:

Finding Our Worth In Christ

Contributed by Ian Hyde on Mar 26, 2019

In a culture obsessed with self-image, how do we find our self-worth and redefine ourselves in the image of Christ?

American Individualism I want you to take a moment, as we reflect on this verse, to think about the culture we find ourselves in today. At its heart, it is a very individualistic, self-centered and image obsessed culture. Now, don’t get me wrong, I love this country and the people in it. But we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Established In Worship

Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Apr 29, 2019

When we were treated unjustly and suffered injustice, our natural response is to protect ourselves from more hurt.

I AM GRATEFUL TO WORSHIP THE LORD WITH YOU ALL THIS MORNING. THERE’S A STORY I WANT TO TELL YOU WHICH I BELIEVE WILL BLESS YOUR HEART. YOU’LL FIND THAT SOME OF THE HIGHLIGHTS OF THIS STORY IS QUITE COMMON AND FAMILIAR. SO, ARE YOU READY? There was a woman who lived at that time when women were ...read more

Scripture: John 4:21-26

Denomination: Foursquare

A Love That Lifts Others Up Above You Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on May 7, 2021

Love and Fresh air is not free anymore. Can we love in a such a manner that makes another person better than ourselves?

A Love that lifts others up above you You must have heard the saying “ You can’t live on love and fresh air alone”. The underlying assumption behind this saying is that they are the only two things that are available free. Let us look at it in the context of today. Newspapers are full of stories of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:16, 1 Samuel 16:21, 1 Samuel 18:7, Acts 9:22-31, Acts 4:36-37, John 21:15-17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Satan's Battle Tactics Part 7 Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Mar 11, 2018

This is the conclusion of the series. This messages focuses on how we can defend ourselves against all of the battle tactis of our enemy.

Satan’s Battle Plan – Part 7 Scriptures: Luke 8:5-18; Mark 4: 26-32; Isaiah 55:10-12 This message will conclude this series on Satan’s battle tactics. Throughout this series we have discussed Jesus’ parable of the seeds as captured in Luke chapter eight and Mark chapter four. Keep in mind that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-32, Isaiah 55:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Forget Finding Jesus Among Our Unwrapped Gifts. Series

Contributed by John Gullick on Nov 1, 2016

A sermon that suggests that we need to avail ourselves of all Jesus has given us to live a successful Christian life

Forget Finding Jesus among our Unwrapped gifts. And Romans 6- 23 says For the wages of sin are death but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord. In the movie finding Nemo we witness an incredible animated movie about a lost fish lured away to the dangerous mysteries of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Enemy Part 2: The Flesh Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Aug 10, 2020

In the Spiritual battle we fight every day, sometimes the worst enemy we face is ourselves, our sinful nature.

We are in a battle. Every day, every hour, every minute. As we had already studied: Ephesians 6:12 (NASB95) For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

Letting Go - Self Forgiveness

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Dec 27, 2019

A final look at letting go as we end the year. Looking at forgiving ourselves, as God already has forgiven us.

Letting Go - Forgiveness December 29, 2019 Well, this is it! We’re on the final Sunday of this decade. Next time we meet, it will be a new decade. We’ll be writing 2020, instead of 2019. Some of you would like this year to get over with already. It’s not been what you were hoping for. You’re ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-17, Luke 22:54-62

Denomination: Baptist

Put Off Your Old Nature And Build A Culture Of Life

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jul 27, 2018

Let’s get serious about our following of Jesus, about rededicating ourselves to our vocations, to our families.

Eighteenth Sunday in Course 2018 Today the Word of God reminds us of the fallen nature of humans. God liberated the people of Israel from slavery in the fields and swamps and deserts of Egypt. Moses and Aaron led them out after God worked multiple signs and wonders to convince Pharaoh of the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:24-35, Ephesians 4:17-24, Exodus 16:2-15

Denomination: Catholic

Gold, Incense And Myrrh--And Mystery Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 1, 2022

Perhaps we can learn more about Jesus, and his wise visitors, by asking ourselves who was upset by these gifts?

Epiphany Homily Gold, incense and myrrh. Treasure, sweet-smelling smoke and embalming spices. Three mysterious men from the East, who appear for a moment in Matthew's Gospel, bring gifts to the newborn Jesus, and then vanish into the history and theology books. In a new millennium, why should ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 72:1-13, Ephesians 3:2-6, Matthew 2:1-12

Denomination: Catholic

Don't Be Overconfident

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 22, 2022

Christians must live in unity with each other and with a humble understanding of ourselves before God by living a holy and sanctified life.

THE WORLD IS CATERING TO “SELF.” THE WORLD IS WORKING HARD TO ERODE AND DISINTEGRATE THE FAMILY. THERE IS A SHIFT TO FIND WAYS TO SEGREGATE, SPLINTER, AND POLARIZE OTHERS TO DESTROY THEIR DESIRE TO FELLOWSHIP AND HAVE RELATIONSHIP. ANYONE WHO DOES ANY FORM OF SHOPPING CAN NOW EASILY USE THE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, Romans 12:3, Acts 10:34-35, Galatians 3:27-28, 1 Peter 5:5-6, 1 Peter 1:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Where Love Comes From Series

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Nov 2, 2022

If we center ourselves on God, abiding in His giving Love, there could be no avenue for the works of the flesh to enter our lives.

Agape - unconditional love (Godly) Storge - family love Philia - beneficial love (brotherly) Eros - romantic love If we center ourselves on God, abiding in His giving Love, there could be no avenue for the works of the flesh to enter our lives. In verses 7-10: • We know that love comes from ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

If God Be For Us…

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 26, 2018

An awesome revelation that should shape our worldview, our view of God, and how we speak and conduct ourselves in life.

IF GOD BE FOR US… Rom. 8:31 INTRODUCTION OFFERING HUMOR 1. Father Michael, of St. Mary’s Church said, “I was on a plane last week from Edinburgh to London, when we ran into some very severe weather which resulted in turbulence. As it got worse, the passengers became more and more alarmed, and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-34

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Overcoming Worldly Wisdom With Godly Living

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Aug 20, 2025

This sermon shows us how to seek Godly wisdom life in a world that is self centered and focused on looking out for ourselves.

In today’s fast-paced, self-focused culture, we are constantly bombarded with messages that push us toward self-promotion, that push us toward material success, and personal achievement. We are living in a time ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Breaking The Yoke Of Delay

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 17, 2025

In this sermon, we shall consider the roots, causes, consequences, and biblical solutions to delay, as we align ourselves for divine acceleration.

BREAKING THE YOKE OF DELAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Jeremiah 1:10 “See, I have this day set thee over the nations and over the kingdoms, to root out, and to pull down, and to destroy, and to throw down, to build, and to plant.” Supporting Texts: Psalm 102:13, Isaiah 60:22, Ecclesiastes ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ye Shall Receive Power

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jun 7, 2025

Never has the church needed power more than we need it today. But we have to position ourselves to receive.

Joel 2:28-32 And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions: [29] And also upon the servants and upon the handmaids in those days will I pour out ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Pentecostal