Sermons on Fleshly Desires:

"Joy Stealers"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Mar 23, 2003

Although Paul was in prison, he remained "joyful." Paul warns us of five different "joy stealers" and offers ways in which to avoid them.

“JOY STEALERS” Phil. 4:4 “Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say, rejoice.” It is as much a command to "rejoice always," as it is to "not steal." An unhappy Christian is very unchristlike. Remember that the "Joy of the Lord is our strength." Today we will discuss five things that will ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Baptist

The Filling Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Jul 28, 2007

How to be filled with the Spirit of Christ!

THE GREATEST UNUSED POWER IN THE WORLD! The Doctrine of the Holy Ghost (4) Introduction: 1. We have discovered some interesting truths about the Holy Ghost of God so far: a. Falsehoods about the Holy Ghost b. Facts about the Holy Ghost c. Functions of the Holy Ghost d. Figures of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

Setting The Lord Always Before Us Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Nov 21, 2022

We should never look at this world in isolation from God. We must view everything we do and see from an eternal perspective Setting the LORD Always Before Us.

It’s sometimes hard to be spiritually minded in this world: • The spiritual world is an invisible world (2 Cor 4:18). • The people that surround us are often worldly. • Our fleshly desires gravitate towards earthly things. But unless I am spiritually and eternally minded, I am going to waste my ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Chosen For Greatness SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 11, 2023

As Christians, we are called to be a unique generation, a beacon of hope to those who are lost.

As Christians, we are called to be a chosen generation for those who are lost. In this current generation, we see perversion and wickedness everywhere. There is a lack of respect for God, country, and authority. People live with a "no fear" attitude, doing as they please without regard for anyone ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9-10

Topics: Kingdom Of God, Christian Calling

The Enemies Of Righteousness

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 23, 2025

The enemies of righteousness are agents — visible and invisible — that work actively to corrupt, oppose, and destroy righteous living.

THE ENEMIES OF RIGHTEOUSNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:  Acts 13:10 (KJV) “And said, O full of all subtilty and all mischief, thou child of the devil, thou enemy of all righteousness, wilt thou not cease to pervert the right ways of the Lord?” Supporting Texts: Romans 6:13, Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Can The Lord Help Me Relate Better To Carnal Christians?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

What are some of the best ways to relate to carnal Christians? 1.

What are some of the best ways to relate to carnal Christians? 1. Let everyone know the advantages of being controlled by the Spirit versus the disadvantages of living according to one's fleshly desires. Paul writes, "The acts of the sinful nature are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity, and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:18-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Living Sacrifice

Contributed by David Seeley on Jan 2, 2005

We are to present ourselves to God as a living sacrifice surrendered totally to Him for His use and glory.

I. The Exhortation. “I beseech”—This word is a strong word meaning to beg, to implore. It carries a much stronger thought than merely asking for something or making a casual recommendation. II. The Motive. “By the mercies of God.” All of us have been recipients of God’s mercies. His mercies are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Holiness

Living In A Pagan Nation Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Mar 22, 2016

In its past America may have been a Christian nation but now it is very obvious that America has become a pagan nation that rejects God. When the New Testament was written the world was all pagan. By pagan I mean people without Christ and living in mora

Living in a Pagan Nation 9/20/15 Introduction: In its past America may have been a Christian nation but now it is very obvious that America has become a pagan nation that rejects God. When the New Testament was written the world was all pagan. By pagan I mean people without Christ and living in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Freedom Series

Contributed by Carl Willis on Aug 14, 2007

You’ve been set free! Now go out and serve someone.

Freedom Galatians 5:1-15 Galatians 5:1 (NLT) So Christ has really set us free. Now make sure that you stay free, and don’t get tied up again in slavery to the law. Don’t Go Back • Christ has set you free – You are no longer bound to the law – You can choose to enslave yourself to the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Running To Win In The Race Of Faith

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Dec 12, 2010

Writing the Corinthian believers who lived just 10 miles from the famous Isthmian Games, Paul challenged them not merely to join the race of faith but to be serious about it and run to win. God wants winning believers! In our present sports-crazed world,

Intro: Perhaps the most remarkable scene in sports is the marathoner’s last lap at the end of a tough 26-mile race. As the exhausted runner presses to the finish line, the crowd in the Olympic stadium cheers him on. With eyes focused on the finish line, the runner fully exerts whatever remaining ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: *other

Grace Alone Series

Contributed by Eric Grenier on Apr 26, 2018

5 Solas of the Reformation: 1. Scripture alone is our highest authority. 2. Saved by the Grace of God alone. 3. Saved through Faith alone in Christ. 4. Christ alone is our Lord, Savior and King. 5. We live for the Glory of God alone.

Eph 2:1-10 And you were dead in your trespasses and sins 2 in which you previously lived according to the ways of this world, according to the ruler of the power of the air, the spirit now working in the disobedient. 3 We too all previously lived among them in our fleshly desires, carrying out the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Wrong Paths- Adultery Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 22, 2023

This is the 25th Sermon in the Series "Israel's 2nd King". This Series is about King David.

Series: Israel’s 2nd King- David [#25] WRONG PATHS- ADULTERY 2 Samuel 11:1-5 Introduction: David had been through so much; but things were finally going well for him- He was destroying all of his enemies and building a strong Kingdom. David is an example to us of what happens when we let our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Whats So Good About Friday

Contributed by Michael Parks on Mar 25, 2016

Good Friday devotional reading.

It is Good Friday! A name that stirs a bit of confusion within my soul. Really what is so good about this day? A man died for my sins. A man gave his life for the things that I had not even done yet, but here I am 2000 years later observing it, some say celebrating it. How can I celebrate? In ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Paul's Incredible Example Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Mar 13, 2007

Paul was able to say, "follow me as I follow Christ". What is there about Paul’s example that we can learn from? Are you able to say that your example will lead others to Jesus?

“Paul’s Incredible Example” Introduction: Mickey Mantle, an almost mythical baseball star who feared he had failed to fulfill career expectations because of alcohol abuse and whose recent years were haunted by self-recrimination, died of cancer. He was 63. The former New York Yankees center ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In My Flesh Dwellesth No Good Thing

Contributed by Lauran Webb on Dec 1, 2000

This sermon talks about the stuggle of our fleshly nature. It is up to us to get our body in agreement with our spirit, once we become born again.

The word flesh in the Bible is seen often and used vaious ways. The word flesh is "basor" in Hebrew and "sorx" in Greek. The most significant use of the word flesh is made by paul when he refers to the unregenrated person. He says in romans 7:14 " I am fleshly." It is not just a part of his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:18, Ephesians 2:15

Denomination: *other