Sermons on Godly Behavior:

Teaching Our Children Respect For Themselves Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 19, 2004

Part 3 of 3...on helping the home teach the children respect

THE PASTOR’S POINTS sermon ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC -------------------------- April 21, 2002 -------------------------- So far in this series we have addressed the matters of teaching and requiring our children to respect God, and other people. We adopted a working ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:4

Denomination: United Methodist

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

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

Our Father Knows Best

Contributed by A.t. Stewart on Jul 20, 2004

We earthly fathers must follow our Heavenly Father’s Advice on being a godly father. Our Father knows best!

OUR FATHER KNOWS BEST EPH. 6:1-4 I. 10 REASONS ITS GOOD TO BE A MAN 10.You NEVER NEED TO ASK FOR DIRECTIONS, you are never lost, so you say! 9 .You can go to the bathroom without a support group. 8. If someone forgets to invite you to something he can still be your friend. 7. You can drop by ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Mothers

Contributed by Gary Huckaby on Mar 18, 2003

Are there any godly Mothers left? Is your Mother a praying Mother? What the bible says about Mothers! This is a Mother’s Day sermon.

A Sermon For You By-Evangelist Gary Huckaby Mothers A mothers arms stretched forth in love, A mothers heart contains heavens dove. A mothers song brings such delight, A mothers kiss last through the night. I think of a mother so tender and dear, I smile while thinking of little ones always ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31

Denomination: Baptist

Hearing God: The Counsel Of Others Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006

Importance of godly counsel and hearing God in context of wholesome community is discussed. Criteria for when to seek counsel and from whom is also considered.

Hearing God: The Counsel of Others Series: Hearing God # 3 1 Kings 12:1-14[1] 9-11-05 Intro We have been talking the last few weeks about how to hear God. In the next message on this we will focus on our personal communion with God. But it is important to embrace the broad biblical principles ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:1-14

Denomination: Charismatic

"What's A Mother To Do?"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on May 15, 2006

Good Mother’s Day message. Ten things things that Mary did that are good examples for us to follow in raising a godly child.

Title: “What’s a Mother to do?” Introduction: If you want to raise godly children, let me encourage you to follow the example of Mary! There are ten things for a mother to do... 1. A Mother who is a good cook. (Luke 2:40 KJV) And the child grew, and waxed strong in spirit, filled with wisdom: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-52

Denomination: Baptist

Making Mighty Men Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Jul 18, 2006

1 of 4 messages on making mighty men. This sermon and series is for the men of the church and encourages them to step up and become Godly men.

Mighty Men of God Making Mighty Men of God 22 Benaiah son of Jehoiada was a brave fighter from Kabzeel who did mighty things. He killed two of the best warriors from Moab. He also went down into a pit and killed a lion on a snowy day. 23 Benaiah killed an Egyptian who was about seven and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 11:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Remember To Keep The Day Of Rest Seperate From Your Work Week Series

Contributed by Joe Bedy on Sep 19, 2002

The devil’s world will tell you it is honorable, respectable and godly to work 24/7. God says the penalty for doing so is death.

Joe Bedy Central Christian Church St. Petersburg, Fl 33711 September 19, 2002 Exodus 20:8-11 Exo 20:8 "Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. Exo 20:9 Six days you shall labor and do all your work, Exo 20:10 but the seventh day is a Sabbath to the LORD your God. On it you shall not do ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Diligence Matters Series

Contributed by Robert Odle on May 13, 2003

The pursuit of godly character requires two things: (1) put God first, and (2) remove forces that erode God’s influence

Character Counts! Diligence Matters (Proverbs 4:20-27) Theme: Character development is not an important part of life?it IS life! Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased knowledge. After I preach this sermon, the hearer should be able to state ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:20-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Forgiveness Matters Series

Contributed by Robert Odle on May 13, 2003

In our pursuit of godly character we must learn to forgive. We must also learn the biblical difference between frogiveness and reconciliation.

Character Counts! Forgiveness Matters (1 John 3:16-18) Theme: God?s character requires Him to forgive. Those seeking godly character must learn to forgive. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased insight. After I preach this sermon, the hearer ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:16-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

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