Sermons on False Self True Self:

Thomas, A True Disciple

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 4, 2014

A message that tries to connect the dots in Thomas' experience of moving from doubt to faith in Christ after the Resurrection.

I want to extend a special welcome to those here today who have questions, who have doubts about some or all of the things that have gone on so far in today’s gathering. You see, most of what happens in a worship service, at any church, is really for the already-convinced. We sing songs that ...read more

Scripture: John 20:19-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Real Cost Of Discipleship – Part 1 Series

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Oct 22, 2006

The picture has not been very encouraging: sheep among wolves, hated and despised, betrayed by family and loved ones, sold-out for convenience and self-preservation, falsely accused and punished, even tortured and killed. All this they had to look forward

From being on the receiving end of personal betrayal and persecution to the point of beatings and death, to being cast in a light that will cause them to be labeled with the most odious of labels, the disciples have been hearing from their Teacher just what the price tag is for all who would really ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Complacent David Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Jul 9, 2016

When David became complacent his heart for God turned to a heart for self.

I want to start today with a story entitled “Kierkegaard's Complacent Duck.” According to his parable, one spring, a duck was flying north with a flock. In the Danish countryside that particular duck spotted a barnyard where tame ducks lived. The duck dropped down and he discovered ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:2-27

Denomination: Foursquare

The Art Physical Attraction Series

Contributed by David Mcbeath on Feb 15, 2012

Two Main Themes: Physical Attraction/Sex is Good How can I be physically attracted to/for my date/mate?

Series: The Art of Dating, Love, & Relationships Message: The Art of Physical Attraction Topics: Physical, Attraction, Sex, Dating, Relationships, Self-image, Character Two Main Themes: Physical Attraction/Sex is Good How can I be physically attracted to/for my date/mate? Text: Song of Solomon ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Because Of The Cross

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 9, 2014

Using the general outline from Robert McGee's book "Search for Significance" this message reveals the four ways the cross overcomes the false belief systems of people living under the cloud of guilt, shame, self loathing and blame.

Because of the Cross I Corinthians 1:18 (Outline from Robert McGee, Search for Significance) INTRODUCTION: The God of the Bible is the complete opposite of the kinds of gods human beings tend to invent. The gods that humans concoct are impressive, powerful, victorious, and even dangerous. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A True Thanksgiving Service

Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Nov 22, 2013

Paul writes to the Church at Ephesus that we are to sing songs of thanksgiving and give thanks to God for everything.

A True Thanksgiving Service Ephesians 5:19-20 Intro: Several years ago there was a Charlie Brown cartoon about Thanksgiving in the paper. the cartoon pictured Charlie Brown bringing out Snoopy’s dinner on Thanksgiving Day. But it was just his usual dog food in a bowl. Snoopy took one look ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

The True Source Of Freedom

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jul 4, 2011

Education and a Christian-based culture can provide limited freedom but eternal freedom is found only in Christ.

THE TRUE SOURCE OF FREEDOM "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free. They answered Him, "We are Abraham's descendants, and have never been in bondage to anyone. How can you say, 'You will be made free'?" Jesus answered them, "Most assuredly, I say to you, whoever commits ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32-36

Denomination: Baptist

What If It's True

Contributed by Dale Johnsen on Dec 28, 2000

An evangelistic message based on the media blitz by the same name.

What if it’s true that there is an all-powerful Creator God who actually cares about peon humans like you and me? The Bible (in Deuteronomy 23:5) says that "the LORD your God loves you." Isaiah 40:11 says "He tends his flock like a shepherd: He gathers the lambs in his arms and carries them close ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Romans 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

Spots And Stripes Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 20, 2021

If you want true success in life, don’t depend on your shrewd deals or your spent schemes. Instead, depend on the Lord.

Ted Engstrom and Edward Dayton, in a Christian Leadership Letter some time ago, talked about a young man who was appointed president of a bank. Intimidated by his new responsibilities, he nervously sought the advice of his gray-haired predecessor: “Sir, what has been the secret of your success?” ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 30:25-43, Proverbs 3:5-6, James 1:17, Galatians 3:3, 1 Peter 3:1-4, Ephesians 2:8-9, John 15:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Cost Of A True Revival Series

Contributed by James May on May 7, 2006

#12 in the Nehemiah Series. True Revival also means that God’s people must fall down before Him in true repentance for sin.

Book of Nehemiah Series #12 Nehemiah Chapters 9 - 10 The Cost of A True Revival By Pastor Jim May Nehemiah 9:1-3, "Now in the twenty and fourth day of this month the children of Israel were assembled with fasting, and with sackclothes, and earth upon them. And the seed of Israel separated ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Breakthrough Comes From A Proper View Of God Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 3, 2020

Key Point: We overate ourselves and under-rate God.

Video Illustration: So will I – the song and video from Hillsong Sermon: Breakthrough comes from a proper view of God! Thesis: With the wave of coronavirus impacting everything from economy, to people’s health, disrupting peoples lives, causing shortages to food supplies, impacting businesses, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31, Psalm 91:1-6, Luke 12:7, Job 38:31-32, Isaiah 40:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

True Fruit And Bragging Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jul 23, 2007

A message from an expository series from the Book of Galatians.

Think for a moment about how Paul must have felt as he dictated this letter. Perhaps he picked up the manuscript and reread the arguments he presented and the instructions he gave. Probably some time had passed since the original dictation. He thought the letter was complete and as probably was ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:11-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

True Seekers - Conviction Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 28, 2010

A man of conviction is one who is determined to respond to God's call, who trust His call and who is faithul to His call, no matter what.

A true seeker of God is a person of character. • WHO we are on the inside is more important than how we impress others on the outside. • Character is a CHOICE we make, to do the little things that please God. • Each time we obey Him we are moulding ourselves into His likeness. A ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:14-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

True Love Is Priceless Series

Contributed by Nick Hodges on Jan 4, 2016

True Love is priceless because within the confines of true love we can experience #1 Freedom, #2 Unity and #3 Peace.

Intro • I have had the blessed opportunity to sit down and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ so far with two of my three children. • I’m still praying for my youngest and I have faith that he will one day come to know Jesus as his Lord and Savior. • Not only have shared the ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Who Are You?

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 19, 2006

There are great discoveries, but the greatest discovery that anyone could ever make, is Self-discovery.

Mathew 16:13-18: “When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying: “Whom do men say that I the Son of man am?” And they said” “Some say that Thou art John the Baptist: some, Elias; and others, Jeremias, or one of the prophets”. He saith unto them: “But whom ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-18

Denomination: Pentecostal