Sermons on Godly Character:

Rugged Individualism? Rugged Surrender!

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Mar 10, 2004

"Rugged Individualism" is thinking that we need to rely on ourselves. But this can lead to trouble, as the Israelites (and the Corinthians, and people today) indicate. Instead, we should pursue "rugged surrender".

March 10, 2004 Title: Rugged Individualism? Rugged Surrender! Text: 1Co_10:1-13 Introduction 1. One of my favorite radio personalities preaches a doctrine of "rugged individualism"... if we work hard...anything is possible we are responsible for our own actions... we take care of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-13

Denomination: Nazarene

The Confessions Of An Old Man

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Mar 10, 2004

David gives a late life confession of sin and faith.

March 14, 2004 Psalm 38 1 A psalm of David. A petition. O LORD, do not rebuke me in your anger or discipline me in your wrath. 2 For your arrows have pierced me, and your hand has come down upon me. 3 Because of your wrath there is no health in my body; my bones have no soundness because of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 38:1-22

Denomination: Lutheran

If This Is From God ... Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 14, 2004

How do you respond to the work of God in Christians lives and how will you respond when you face opposition?

It seems to me there are 2 different questions that arise for us in this passage today. The first is this: "How will you respond to the work of God in the lives of his followers? Will you respond with faith, with allegiance to Jesus Christ as Lord or will you reject his claims over you as ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-42

Denomination: Anglican

Putting On Christ

Contributed by Dennis Casanova on Mar 15, 2004

It is both difficult and easy in accepting Christ. Once done we begin to grow and finally after much study begin - "Putting on Christ "

Putting on Christ While our natural hearts desire is to have our own way - being centered on money, ambition and pleasure our hearts as Christians hope to acquire - Integrity, Honesty, Chastity and and the good Christian Principals that Christ so inspired us to possess. Through Christ’s own ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28, Mark 10:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Construction Of God

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Mar 16, 2004

Having looked at the character of God in verse 20, we now see the outflow of His character in the construction of the believer.

“The Construction of God” Hebrews 13:21 A. The CONSTRUCTION of God. (13:21) 1Kings 8:58; Job 33:27-30; Psalm 57:2; 104:31 1. God is making PERFECT His people for every good work. (13:21a) Deuteronomy 32:4; Ephesians 2:10; 4:11-12; Matthew 5:16; 2 Timothy 3:16-17; Psalm 138:8; John 17:23; ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:21

Denomination: Baptist

Defeat, Shame & Victory

Contributed by Steve Malone on Apr 5, 2004

Today we are going to survey chapters 2 through 7 of I Samuel. And as we do we will uncover several lessons for the family, the church and the world.

DEFEAT, SHAME AND VICTORY TEXT: I SAMUEL CHAPTERS 2-7 INTRODUCTION As we continue our study in the book of I Samuel I want to again emphasize that even though we are under the New Covenant that the Old Testament is still relevant for Christians today. Paul in I Corinthians chapter 10 was ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Seasons Of Spiritual Life Series

Contributed by John Tung on Apr 20, 2004

A Christian’s spiritual life goes through a process that is often similar to the seasons of the year.

THE SEASONS OF SPIRITUAL LIFE Luke 8:11-15 John Tung, 11-16-03 I. Introduction November is an interesting month. You have rain, sometimes, even snow, in November. It gets warm and it gets cold. It is windy; it is mild. And of course the leaves turn beautiful colors. It has a little bit of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:11-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Every Christian Needs To Do: Study His Word

Contributed by Alan Balatbat on Apr 27, 2004

Let me ask a few questions tonight: ľ Are you dissatisfied with the rate of your spiritual growth? ľ Have you become spiritually stagnant In order to make progress in our walk with God, sometimes we need to get back to the basics of what a Chris

This morning I have $1440 in my pocket. It¡¦s pretty rare day that I have less than $1000 in my pocket. What if I took this money and give it to someone in this room. Let¡¦s say I give it to you, not only will I give this to you, but I will give it to you everyday for the rest of your life. But ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:11, Psalm 119:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

Living The Eagle Life And Other Chicken Stuff

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Apr 29, 2004

Learn how the principles of an eagle’s life can enrich our own spiritual lives.

Text: Isaiah 40:31 "But those who wait on the Lord (those who expect, look for and set their hope in Him) shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles (they will have the strength to live above their circumstances), they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:29-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Choices

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Apr 30, 2004

We often do not realize how vitally important these choice are and how they impact our lives. The choices we make will determine our character, our influence, our commitment and relationship to Christ, and ultimately our destiny.

CHOICES Job 34:2-4 Hear my words, wise men; and give ear to me, you who have knowledge; For the ear tries words, as the palate tastes food. Let us choose for ourselves what is right; let us know among ourselves what is good. Introduction: There is a story about a man named Fred who inherited $10 ...read more

Scripture: Job 34:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

"An Enriching Righteousness"

Contributed by Ron Newton on Aug 6, 2003

To know Christ personally is to be enriched by His righteousness.

Introduction 1. Illus... #2679 “Enriching Every Sphere” "Socrates taught for 40 years, Plato for 50, Aristotle for 40, and jesus for only 3. Yet the influence of Christ’s 3-year ministry infinitely transcends the impact left by the combined 130 years of teaching from these men who were among the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Holiness

"The God Of Hope"

Contributed by Ron Newton on Aug 6, 2003

God has called us to live hope, not just talk about it.

Introduction 1. Illus...The Ancient Roman World a. The best social status you could have was to “a wealthy freeborn citizen and the lowest on that social scale would be a female child. b. “The patron-client relationship” The patron was seen as the protector of the client - providing legal ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-13

Denomination: Holiness

How To Be A Fruitful Christian

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 7, 2003

If we are going to be productive and fruitful Christians, then we need to live by the same principles that Jesus taught his disciples.

“HOW TO BE A FRUITFUL CHRISTIAN” Dr. Dennis Deese - www.dennisdeese.com JOHN 15:1-14 “For all have sinned and come short of the glory of God” (Romans 3:23) Before salvation, we fail short of glorifying God; now however, we are enabled to and should live for the purpose of ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-14

Is Possession Really 9/10 The Law? Series

Contributed by Chris Hodges on Aug 12, 2003

To note the sin of stealing.

The 10 Commandments #8: Is Possession Really 9/10 of the law? Text: Exodus 20:15 Thesis: To note the sin of stealing. Introduction: (1) Muggings, heists @ ATM’s, and other forms of theft occur over 1.2 million times a year. (2) Things have gotten so far out of hand that at a certain college, a ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Believe In Yourself

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Aug 14, 2003

Believe In Yourself

Micheal Jackson and Diana Ross starred in a movie in the 1980’s which made a powerful statement to black people across America. The movie was entitled the "The Wiz" which was an urban version of "The Wizard of Oz". One of the most challenging selections in this colorful screenplay was given by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:23

Denomination: Baptist