Sermons on Fleshly Nature:

Trees

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 22, 2021

The psalmist compares the believer to a tree planted by living waters.

Psalm 1 The psalmist compares believers to trees “TREES” 1. We are the oaks. God wants us to be the oaks. Trees that are firm, strong, sturdy, durable, tough • Trees often bear fruit or nuts that old hickory tree bears all kind of nuts lawn mower tells • I read somewhere they give oxygen to the ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Almsgiving Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jul 23, 2022

Giving is a critical component within the grounds of faith we commit to as born-again Christians. Giving allows us to share in the bounty of what God has graced us with and the satisfaction of knowing we are doing something good for others.

Sermon on the Mount - Matthew 6:1-4 (Almsgiving) Matthew 6:1-4, NIV 1 "Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of others to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. 2 "So when you give to the needy, do not announce it with trumpets, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

The Mindset Of Christ PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2023

Explore and understand the humility, obedience, and salvation of Jesus Christ and how we can emulate His selflessness in our lives.

Good morning, brothers and sisters. I am thrilled to be with you here today to unpack the profound message given to us in Philippians 2:5-11. As Tim Keller once said, "Christ literally walked in our shoes and entered into our affliction. Those who will not help others until they are destitute ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Topics: Two Natures, Christ

The Transfiguration PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

This sermon explores Jesus' divine nature, the significance of His death and resurrection, and the transformative power of God's Word as revealed in Mark 9:2-9.

Good morning, beloved family of God. As we gather in this sacred space, we are reminded of the beauty and mystery of our faith, of the divine tapestry that God weaves in our lives. We are connected through the words of the Bible, the living testimony of God's love for us. Today, we find ourselves ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:2-9

Topics: Jesus' Divine Nature

God’s Wrath And Human Denial Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 26, 2019

God’s wrath is evident to those willing to see it, but sinful human nature is not willing.

God’s Wrath and Human Denial (Romans 1:18) 1. How many people in denial does it take to change a light bulb ? There is nothing wrong with the light bulb. 2. The study of denial is a study in its own right. 3. The word denial can refer to a refusal to grant a request. The judge denied a new ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Plain To See Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 6, 2019

We cannot be excused from responding to the light we all have. This includes the obvious realization that there is a might Creator.

Plain to See (Romans 1:19-22) 1. One cold, snowy Minnesota night, I got lost on the way home. The snow was blowing so fast and piling up so high, I couldn't see any street signs. With no map in my car and a dead cell phone, I thought I might be stranded so I pulled over to the side of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:19-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Things That Matter Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jun 26, 2012

As we get to know God we become more and more like Him... understanding what matters and what does not.

Title: Things that Matter Text: Colossians 3:10-11(3:1-15) Thesis: As we get to know God we become more and more like Him… understanding what matters and what does not. Series Title: Living with others at home and at church: How to walk hand in hand when you don’t see eye to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Freedom's Fruit Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 27, 2009

We win our battles against our compulsion to sin when we depend on the Holy Spirit. We must live by the Spirit to conquer fleshly desires, be led by the Spirit to conquer fleshly deeds, and walk with the Spirit to enjoy the death of the flesh.

Freedom’s Fruit (Galatians 5:16-26) Jo Guerrero’s five-year-old daughter, Barbara, had disobeyed her mother and had been sent to her room. After a few minutes, Jo (the mom) went in to talk with her about what she had done. Teary-eyed, the little girl asked, “Why do we do wrong things, Mommy?” ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Spirit Led Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the concept of the Fruit of the Spirit, how to resist fleshly desires, and how to live in harmony with the Spirit.

Good morning, family. Today, we're going to delve into a subject that's as familiar as it is profound - the Fruit of the Spirit. You know, as Christians, we're often encouraged to bear good fruit, yet we may struggle to understand what exactly this means. In the words of pastor and author, John ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-26

Topics: Keeping In Step, Spirit

The War Within Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Nov 7, 2011

Being human we are born with certain default settings that drive us to think in certain ways. When we become a Christian a war starts between a new nature seeking to establish a beachhead and take over and the old regime that wants to stay in control.

The human mind is self-rationalizing. In other words, we will rationalize our thoughts and actions according to ourselves, rather than to some external source. Even when we read something or hear something and alter our behavior, it is because we choose to believe that thing we read or ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Conflict Within

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 14, 2013

We are called to abide in Christ.

The Conflict Within May 12, 2013 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We are called to abide in Christ. Focus Passage: Romans 7:14-25 Introduction: A man entered a bar, bought a glass of beer and then immediately threw it into the bartender’s face. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Baptist

Esau's Egregious Errors

Contributed by David Nolte on Aug 29, 2022

When we want instant gratification, we commit the same kind of errors as did Esau.

Jacob and Esau were twins but they were as different as day and night. 1. Jacob was more the domestic Homeboy who enjoyed the quieter things while Esau was the hunter out in the woods bringing game for the table. 2. Jacob was smooth of skin, Esau had a hairy body. 3. Jacob was suave, Esau ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:27-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Who Is Jesus? Human Nature (Part 1 Of 4) Series

Contributed by Cameron Bottema on Apr 30, 2012

A short 4 week study of Jesus Christ’s Human Nature, Deity, and Incarnation

INTRODUCTION: Jesus Christ is the heart of the Christian faith. He is the central fact of Christianity. Without Jesus Christ there is no Christianity. Therefore it is incumbent upon any study of the Christian faith to focus on the Person and Work of Jesus Christ. THE HUMANITY OF JESUS ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4

Denomination: Friends

Where Jesus Stopped: The Nature Of His Two Comings Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 15, 2015

We often need hurry because our time is so limited, but God is in no hurry. That means we have to adjust to God’s ways and imitate His ways.

Where Jesus Stopped: The Nature of His Two Comings (Isaiah 61) 1. Some people can be too patient. One blogger complained. She writes: “Today, my new roommate took a shower. This would be a good thing, except for the fact that it's apparently taken her two months just to take this one. I ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Untimely Death To Natural Men But Trust To Spiritual Men

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2016

To show that GOD destroys unbelievers who have rejected Him and prolongs the life of spiritual men who continues to trust Him.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you have confidence in yourself? No. Only on JESUS. Jeremiah 17:5-8 (Amplified Bible) Thus says the Lord: Cursed [with great evil] is the strong man who trusts in and relies on frail man, making weak [human] flesh his arm, and whose mind and heart turn aside from the Lord. For ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:23

Denomination: Pentecostal