Sermons on Godliness:

Becoming A Godly Young Person Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

God is calling young people to be faithful, bold, courageous, and determined like Caleb in the Bible, and to trust in His divine resources as they follow Him in their daily lives.

Hey everyone! Today, we're going to talk about what it means to be different. Not just different for the sake of being different, but different in a way that makes a positive impact on the world around us. We're going to look at the story of Caleb in the Bible and see how his faith and ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 13:1-2

Topics: Communication, Emergency Services, Volunteerism, Crisis Response

Godly People Doing Ungodly Things Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Jun 13, 2005

Sometimes even godly people do ungodly things.

Heroes of Faith—Series 1 Abraham: Godly People Doing Ungodly Things Genesis 12:10-20; 20 Heroes. The American Century Dictionary defines a hero as a “person noted or admired for nobility, courage, outstanding achievements, etc.” Who are our heroes? Children have always made heroes of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:10-20

Denomination: Methodist

What A Godly Mother Brings To The Table

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Jun 6, 2007

A godly mother gives much to her child(ren).

What a Godly Mother Brings to the Table 2 Tim. 1:5, 3:15 May 13, 2007 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction A B For I am mindful of the sincere faith within you, which first dwelt in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am sure ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 16 - The Preservation Of A Godly Man Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 1, 2015

This message is about the ways and means that God preserves the godly.

THE PRESERVATION OF A GODLY MAN TEXT: Psalm 16:1-11 Psalms 16:1-11 KJV Michtam of David. Preserve me, O God: for in thee do I put my trust. [2] O my soul, thou hast said unto the LORD, Thou art my Lord: my goodness extendeth not to thee; [3] But to the saints that are in the earth, and to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Submitting To Godly Authority, Not Ungodly Influence Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Dec 3, 2024

As Christians, we are called to submit ourselves to Godly authority..

As Christians, we are called to submit ourselves to Godly authority, but not to ungodly influence. In fact, the Bible warns us against submitting ourselves to ungodly people, who may try to lead us astray from God's will. The Importance of Godly Authority The Bible teaches us to submit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:13-14, Romans 13:1-2, 2 Timothy 3:2-4

What Does It Take To Be A Godly Man

Contributed by John Lowe on May 21, 2014

I want to speak about godly men today, because we live in an age, when it is difficult to identify what a godly man should be like. So much of what we are told by the media, about “good” men, doesn't line up with the Word of God.

10-11-04 What Does it Take to Be a Godly Man? I want to speak about godly men today, because we live in an age, when it is difficult to identify what a godly man should be like. So much of what we are told by the media, about “good” men, doesn’t line up with the Word of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 45:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Godliness Is Profitable Unto All Things Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Dec 15, 2013

Bodily exercise has its benefits, but godliness is profitable for anything worthwhile you can think of. Part 1 of a 2 part series on godliness and contentment.

Godliness Is Profitable Unto All Things Series: Sermon 1 in 2-part series “Godliness with Contentment Is Great Gain” Chuck Sligh November 24, 2013 TEXT: 1 Timothy 6:6 – “But godliness with contentment is great gain. ” INTRODUCTION There is a pairing of spiritual ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6

Denomination: Baptist

Is Jesus In Here? - 3:16 & Jesus Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jun 28, 2005

As powerful a verse as I Timothy 3:16 is, it seems out of place with verses around it. That is, it seems out of place until we understand "the mystery of godliness". What is the "mystery of godliness?"

OPEN: 5 year old Johnny was in the kitchen as his mother made supper. She asked him to go into the pantry and get her a can of tomato soup, but he didn’t want to go alone. “It’s dark in there and I’m scared.” She asked again and he persisted. Finally she said, “It’s OK-Jesus will be in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

20 Things We Need To Tell Our Children - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Kim Lawrence on Jul 10, 2017

We need to understand that our children are under assault by an unseen enemy. Over the next six weeks we are going to look at 20 things we need to tell our children, truths that will help and encourage our children to be all that God wants them to be.

Go ahead and turn in your Bibles to Proverbs Chapter 22. I’m beginning this morning a new series of messages called 20 Things We Need To Tell Our Children. Over the next few weeks you and I are going to look at some important truths that we need to communicate to our children, our teenagers, and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Baptist

Living With Higher Priorities Series

Contributed by Tim Richards on Sep 4, 2014

Paul shared rules for godly living with the Corinthians that relate well for us today as well.

Introduction: 1. According to an Associated Press report from May 17, 2001 student led prayer was going to be allowed at the Washington Community High School graduation in 2001 until the ACLU & senior valedictorian, Natasha Appenheimer, filed a law suit against the district. They won an injunction ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom For Moms

Contributed by Jason Duhon on Mar 11, 2016

For Mother's Day, there is no better gift than to share God's words of wisdom to moms. To all the mothers, step-mothers, and like-my-mothers out there, have a happy Mother's Day.

Wisdom For Moms 2 John 1-13 Preacher G. Campbell Morgan had four sons and they all became ministers of the gospel. At a family reunion, a friend asked one of the sons, "Which Morgan is the greatest preacher?" While that son looked at his father, he replied, "Mom." An old Spanish proverb says, ...read more

Scripture: 2 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Gifts For Ministry

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jun 25, 2023

Every man has some gift; no man has all. So, every man must minister.

Gifts for Ministry 1 Peter 4:10 As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God. The idea today, as with the days of the past, is that everybody is a minister. And the passage that we just read verifies that idea, that it is a biblical ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10, Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Godly Sorrow Produces Genuine Repentance

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

1. Godly Sorrow is a Means to an End, not an End in itself a.

1. Godly Sorrow is a Means to an End, not an End in itself a. Goal in causing sorrow must be remembered: Repentance leading to reconciliation b. Godly sorrow is different than worldly sorrow 1) It is directed by God 2) It is the believer's insurance policy: the premium hurts, but the benefits pay ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:8-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Music Defined And Detailed For Godly Worship

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 6, 2009

Elements of music and the Biblical definition/pattern for Godly music outlined

Seven Elements of Music 1. Melody: Series of tones heard as a musical thought 2. Harmony: When two or more tones are sounded at the same time 3. Rhythm: The orderly movement of music through time (measures/beats) 4. Dynamics: Volume and properties of sound (notations/rest/length) ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:7-40

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Beginning Of… A Godly Line Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 21, 2010

God graciously preserves a godly line in the midst of ungodly cultures.

Scripture Introduction The most basic definition of the word, “theology,” is the study of God. I have many theology books, wise and thoughtful writings explaining who God is and what he requires of us. In none of those will you find a genealogy. Yes, some comment on the Bible’s ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed