Sermons on Godly Christians:

Live A Godly Life . . . Why Should I?

Contributed by Tony Klinedinst on Mar 9, 2009

This is the 10th sermon in a series through 1 John. It deals with the attitude "I am saved by grace, why should I go through the trouble of living the Christian life?" We live a godly life because of God’s love for us.

why should I love a Godly life? Though many of us would come right out and ask this question, I am sure many of us have spent considerable time wondering. In case you haven’t heard, living a God-honoring life isn’t easy. God is constantly calling us to step out of our comfort zone and enter into ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Funeral For A Godly Man Who Loved The Lost

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 19, 2014

1. Think about the peace we can have from God (vs. 1-5). 2. Think about the people who can be saved by God (vs. 1-2 &6). 3. Think about the price that was paid by God (vs. 6-10).

Funeral for a Godly Man who Loved the Lost Romans 5:1-10 Sermon by Rick Crandall for Steve Silmon Graveside Service - March 28, 2014 Welcome Obituary Scripture *Steve picked out the Scripture for his funeral today. It's the passage that sits on top of his casket. And it's a testimony to Steve's ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Heroes Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Aug 3, 2010

God illustrates a life of joyful obedience through Christian heroes.

Scripture Introduction As a society, our taste in heroes has changed. A few years ago, researchers asked two thousand eighth-graders to name prominent people they admired and wanted to be like. After the results were published, a columnist for the Chicago Daily News, Sidney Harris, lamented the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Living A Grace-Filled Life

Contributed by Paul Robinson on Mar 22, 2023

Grace is not a nebulous thing. Grace actually teaches us how to live. Do you want to be a grace-filled Christian? Then you need to follow Titus 2:11-12.

I’ve seen teens grow up and leave God. It's actually a very common thing today. Titus 2:11-12 explain that grace teaches us how to live. We need more grace-filled Christians. I see in verse 12 two main actions that must occur for us to live a grace-filled life. 1. A PURPOSEFUL DENYING ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Cautions & Confidences Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Jun 2, 2014

Having stressed the importance of God¡¯s Word, Peter next relays a warning against those who threaten the church¡¯s purpose by rejecting their progress toward godliness & by refusing to submit to the authority of God¡¯s Word.

2 PETER 2: 1-9 [Our Precious Faith Series] CHRISTIAN CAUTIONS & CONFIDENCES [Jude 4-18 / Psalm 91] The book of 2 Peter began by teaching on the divine provision for a godly life. It went on to stress the divine inspiration of Scripture. Not all in the church though will grow in godliness nor ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

God's Perspective On Sin Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jun 8, 2025

God's justice requires punishment for sin...

God's Holiness: The Bible emphasizes God's holiness, which demands justice and righteousness (Leviticus 11:44-45, Isaiah 6:1-5). Consequences of Sin: Sin has consequences, as seen in Romans 6:23, which states that the wages of sin is death. God's Justice: God's justice requires ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:10, Matthew 23:1-36

Role Models

Contributed by Don Jones on Jun 19, 2006

Steps to being or picking a godly role model.

5-14-06 2 Timothy 2:14-26 Role Models West Glendale Baptist Church Pastor Don Jones Cue slide: Title with Scripture We are in crisis in our country. It seems that there is a short supply of role models. Charles Barkley, years ago, when asked about his influence over younger kids simply ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian's Response To Suffering For Christ (1 Peter 4:12-19) Series

Contributed by Greg Brown on Aug 2, 2014

Exposition of 1 Peter 4:12-19

The Christian’s Response to Suffering for Christ Dear friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suffering, as though something strange were happening to you. But rejoice that you participate in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed when his glory is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:12-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Godly Influence - Winning Souls For Jesus

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Jan 10, 2007

As Christians, we must understand that we are people of influence. We have what most people are looking for...The Answer Jesus.

Introduction · Through the Word of God and the indwelling of the Holy Spirit, Jesus has given us the ability to influence others for Christ. · As a child of God, you have inherited the blessing, which includes the ability to influence people for God and His kingdom. · A person of influence ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Even Great Faith Needs Godly Fellowship

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 16, 2009

you want to know how to be a loyal Christian friend?

Even Great Faith Needs Godly Fellowship Job 6-7 PROPOSITION: Because Christ is a friend that “sticketh closer than a brother”, you must be a loyal friend. I. Intercede for others through showing sympathy! Job’s appeal to his friends for mercy– show more sympathy! A. Job desires ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Red Delicious Apple Christianity I: Mature Christians Are Like Red Delicious Apples Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Feb 18, 2020

For becoming a mature Christian, the seed of faith planted within a believer by the Spirit of God is cultivated and developed into right living by the Word of God for producing the fruit of God.

MATURE CHRISTIANS ARE LIKE RED DELICIOUS APPLES! Based on 2 Peter 1:1-11 As we begin our study of Second Peter, consider the apple. How did this red delicious apple come to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Expectations For Godly Living-Part 2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 21, 2023

2 of 6. Titus was exhorted by the apostle Paul, to expose God’s people to the expectations for godly living. All God’s people are answerable to His expectations for godly living. But What are some expectations for godly living by God’s people?

EXPECTATIONS For GODLY LIVING-II—Titus 2:1-15 Attention: The Biggest Piece: A young boy’s Mom & Dad had invited some supper guests from Dad’s office. The son was eager to help his mother in the kitchen preparing for the guests. They prepared a great supper that everybody thoroughly ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-15, Titus 2:3-4

Denomination: Baptist

Godly Living In Light Of Christ’s Coming Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 12, 2010

In order to live the life we ought to be living in light of Christ’s return we must bring the influence of our old nature and life under the subject of our new nature and life received at salvation. The text before us this morning gives us some important

GODLY LIVING IN LIGHT OF CHRIST’S COMING Getting In Tune With Our Nature GALATIANS 5:16-26 INTRODUCTION: In order to live the life we ought to be living in light of Christ’s return we must bring the influence of our old nature and life under the subject of our new nature and life ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

Why Is It Important To Fellowship With Godly Associates?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Godly associates enabled one another to help develop Christianity from a handful of people to a movement of over 600 million present day believers.

1. Godly associates enabled one another to help develop Christianity from a handful of people to a movement of over 600 million present day believers. Mutual encouragement provided them with the necessary incentives to stay obedient, loving and committed to our Lord. They assembled together in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Godly Values In America

Contributed by Chris Cuthbertson on Jun 5, 2024

I believe The United States of America has been a blessed nation because it has a Godly base. The reason we are the wealthiest, most free, most secure, most envied nation on earth is that we were established as a nation under God, and God has kept His promise to bless us.

“Re-establishing Godly Values In America” 2 Kings 21 - 23 I want to tell you about a little-known hero in the Bible named Josiah. It’s a fascinating account that has some very relevant applications to America. Josiah’s grandfather, Manasseh, had been the most wicked king the nation of Judah ever ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ