Sermons on Godly Authority:

Protein Shakes For The Soul - Getting In Spiritual Shape

Contributed by Brian Mavis on Oct 30, 2000

We are to train for godliness like we train our bodies in the gym. I use the analogy of physical training to explain spiritual training.

[Note to pastors: This sermon started a new ministry. In this sermon I invited people to share in a ?distance devotional program.? See point 8. I had over 400 families sign up for this!] ------------------------------------------------------- Can you believe it is the last Sunday of 1998? There are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Meaning Of Life

Contributed by Brodie Bruner on Nov 17, 2000

This sermon examines the profound topic of The Meaning of Life from a wordly and then Godly perspective to bring the listener to a point of clarity in their life's meaning and purpose.

The Meaning of Life To begin our discussion of the meaning of life, we began with life's end, death. Bill Moyers, the famous commentator who spoke at SMU during the week, quoted on death: "Each night when we pitch our tent, we are one day's walk closer to our final destination." "Through ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Characteristics Of The Proverb Mother Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on May 6, 2001

A message perfect for Mother’s day to encourage women with the seven godly characteristics of purity, trustworthiness, committment, diligence, optimism, compassion, and dignity.

SUCCESS - HOW DO WE REALLY DEFINE IT TODAY? THE WORLD HAS ESTABLISHED VARIOUS METHODS FOR US SO THAT WE CAN "CHART" OR KEEP TRACK OF OUR PROGRESS TOWARDS ACHIEVING WHAT WOULD BE CONSIDERED TO BE A SUCCESSFUL LIFE. SOME OF THOSE METHODS THE WORLD GIVES US TO USE TO CHART OUR PROGRESS ARE THE JOB’S ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Free Methodist

Treating Parents Right Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jun 5, 2007

4 of 6 messages on building a Godly home. This message examines what it means to obey the fifth commandment from the vantage point of an adult.

HomeBuilders Treating Parents Right June 3, 2007 The Fifth Commandment Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the LORD your God is giving you. Exodus 20;12 I read somewhere recently that the 10 Commandments are really God’s 10 principles for preventing pain. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Portraits Of A Father From Proverbs Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Jun 17, 2007

The purpose of this message is to encourage fathers to take the time and put forth the effort to raise their children in a godly way therby becoming the glory of their children.

PORTRAITS OF A FATHER FROM PROVERBS Proverbs 13:1; 15:5; 27:10; 22:28; 17:6 INTRODUCTION: A. Happy Father’s Day Fathers. 1. If you are here with your dad you are privileged to do so. 2. There are many who would like to be but cannot - enjoy the time together. B. On Mother’s Day we ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:1

Denomination: Baptist

Living In This Present World

Contributed by Martin Holland on May 24, 2012

Everyday it gets more difficult to live a godly life in this present world. Paul instructs Titus as he lived in a similar society for a while.

Why? Understanding Life Events (II) 2 Kings 5 6-7 -09 Intro Isa 55:8-9 ¡§¡¥For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways,¡¦ says the LORD. ¡¥For as the heavens are higher than the earth, So are My ways higher than your ways, And My thoughts than your thoughts.¡¦¡¨ Last Sunday ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Fathers Day 2009

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Jun 28, 2009

A Fathers Day sermon about the father loving the family, and the family, in turn, loving and appreciating the father. All based upon Godly principles.

TODAY IS THE ONE DAY EACH YEAR * We set aside to honor our fathers. * What a shame we don’t do this * Every day of the year A FAMILY WAS CELEBRATING FATHERS DAY * When the little girl * Started giving it a lot of thought. SHE ASKED HER MOM, * If Santa brings presents, * And if God gives us our ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:4

Denomination: *other

The Fruit Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Mar 15, 2009

In Galatians 5:22–23 Paul lists nine representative characteristics of the godly fruit produced by the Holy Spirit in a believer’s life.

What qualifies someone for a task? There is a story of the testing of a candidate for missions work: One snowy morning at 5:00 a.m., a missionary candidate rang the bell at a missionary examiner’s home. Ushered into the office, he sat three hours past his appointment time waiting for his interview. ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Other

The Power Of Music

Contributed by Rick Sunstrom on Dec 15, 2005

Music has an incredible power that many people are unaware of. Discover the joy and encouragement that Godly music can add to your life!

Have you ever stopped to consider the power of music? Have you ever had an experience where you hear a song on the radio and then you find yourself remembering things from your life or even experiencing emotions from when you first heard the song? Couples commonly have a “song” which commemorates ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Die Is Gain Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jul 25, 2010

This message is for a funeral of a godly young man who died after a long battle with cancer. It highlights four ways that death is gain for the believer.

Philippians 1: 19-23 To Die Is Gain "For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain." Death is not extinguishing the light from the Christian. It is putting out the lamp because the bright new glorious dawn has come. Our hearts grieve deeply over losing a champion of the faith, yet we are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-23, Psalm 114:1

Denomination: Baptist

"a Father's Legacy"

Contributed by David Henderson on Feb 17, 2020

Let’s look at what Paul tells us…4 keys we must consider if we plan to leave a godly legacy.

DEFINING MOMENTS “A Father’s Legacy” 2nd Timothy 2:1-7 When I was growing up there were several television programs I enjoyed watching. My favorite was the Andy Griffith show. I had the opportunity a few years ago to actually meet Ron Howard who played the role of Opie. Ron Howard is now a very ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Really Is The Answer

Contributed by Dr. David Wesner on May 29, 2015

By living a godly life, by rejecting worldliness and letting God transform us, then, and only then can God accomplish His will for our lives.

Matthew 6:9 "This, then, is how you should pray: " 'Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. In order for God’s Kingdom to COME, His will MUST be done ON EARTH as it is IN HEAVEN. We must do God’s will. In order ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:9

Denomination: Charismatic

"But If Not..."

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 5, 2017

A dearth of godly conviction condemns the professing Christian to a life of defeat. The advance of the Faith and the certainty of our victory is based upon our convictions.

“King Nebuchadnezzar made an image of gold, whose height was sixty cubits and its breadth six cubits. He set it up on the plain of Dura, in the province of Babylon. Then King Nebuchadnezzar sent to gather the satraps, the prefects, and the governors, the counselors, the treasurers, the justices, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Honor PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2023

Encourages honoring God through kingdom building, living a godly life, and heeding His call to follow Him, guided by His Word.

Greetings, beloved congregation. It's a joy to gather together in the house of our Lord, united in spirit and purpose as we seek His wisdom and guidance. We are here to honor God, to build His kingdom, and to heed His call. We are here to learn, to grow, and to be transformed by the renewing of our ...read more

Scripture: John 12:23-26, Matthew 4:19

Topics: God's Honor, Our Honor

Inflation During Biblical Times PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 29, 2023

Explores facing fears with faith, praying for leaders, and formulating godly plans, emphasizing the importance of knowing God personally and understanding His word.

Good morning, dear family of faith. There's a warm familiarity in gathering here, isn't there? Like a comforting embrace from a loved one, we find ourselves wrapped in the comforting arms of our Father, ready to receive His word. We're about to embark on a spiritual examination of 2 Kings ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:6-7, Deuteronomy 25:13-15

Topics: God's Power, Economy Regulation