Sermons on Godly Passion:

Selfless Living Series

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Jul 25, 2011

Godly living; Godly praying; Godly giving. We benefit from others who did not live for themselves, but thrived for God. Now it’s our turn at bat.

Selfless Living Acts 3 & 4 (Second in the series, What’s Next? The Adventures of Growing in Christ) Illustration: “I’m the greatest batter in the world!” Such was the cry of a self-confident little boy swinging his bat in the back yard. Once, twice, and three times he could not connect with the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Relighting The Fire

Contributed by David Scudder on Sep 3, 2007

Our passion for Christ toggles from hot to cold all too frequently. How can we love the Lord more passionately and consistently?

Relighting the Fire Philippians 3:7-11 Purpose: To challenge believers to pursue a passionate walk with Christ. Aim: I want the listener to take the necessary steps to get closer to Christ. INTRODUCTION: When Paul met Jesus on the Damascus road his whole life was forever changed. Jesus set ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Aim Of Our Charge Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 16, 2013

The teaching of godly elders is contrasted with that of false teachers.

“The aim of our charge is love that issues from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith.” [1] Paul charged Timothy to remain in Ephesus, indicating that the young man was considering moving from that location. Specifically, the young preacher was charged to remain in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

The Design Of God's Church

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Sep 25, 2008

God gives godly leaders to train His people to become godly people for a God-honoring outcome.

The Design of God’s Church Griffith Baptist Church – 9/28/08 A.M. Service Text: Ephesians 4:11-16 Key verse: Ephesians 4:11-12 - 11And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers; 12For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Straw That Broke The Camel’s Back

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Aug 2, 2022

There are many godly people on this earth and we can learn how to live a godly life from their life.

Also, there are many ungodly people on this earth and we can learn what not to do from their life. The Bible gives us godly and ungodly men and women to learn from. Illus: August of 2022 the local news reported that the schools in South Carolina was a large shortage of teachers to teach our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 21:1-16, 2 Chronicles 33:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

In The Fellowship Of Saints 2

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Feb 16, 2014

What is appropriate conduct in Christian Fellowship

Dakota Community Church Ephesians 61 February 16, 2014 In the Fellowship of Saints - 2 We are given six behaviours we are to discontinue - because they destroy unity. We are given six replacement behaviours which will foster and protect unity. Instead of lying; speak truth Instead of outbursts ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-21

Denomination: Mennonite

Christian Courtesy

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 29, 2017

Christians are commanded to demonstrate perfect courtesy toward all people. We are called to speak the truth in love; this means that we are to be gentle and gracious toward those who speak ill of us or who attempt to injure us.

“Remind [the believers] to be submissive to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarrelling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people. For we ourselves were once foolish, disobedient, led astray, slaves to ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Guided, Guarded, And Guaranteed Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 15, 2016

Paul offers another example for the church to follow, guiding their faith. He offers a word of caution, seeking to guard them from apostasy. Finally he offers a word of comfort regarding the Lord's return, a guarantee for the believer.

Guided, Guarded, and Guaranteed Philippians 3: 17-21 A young boy looked up at his grandfather and wondered aloud, "Grandpa, how do you live for Jesus?" The respected grandfather stooped down and quietly told the boy, "Just watch." As the years went by the grandfather was an example to the boy ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:17-21

Denomination: Baptist

Exercise - Physical And Spiritual

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Apr 25, 2013

America is crazy with physical fitness and wellness in this life, but, what about fitness for a godly life here on earth and the continuation after death?

What a crazy week this has been! The terrorist bombing in Boston during the Boston Marathon leaving 3 dead and nearly 200 injured. The fertilizer plant explosion in the town of West, TX. Up to 15 dead and an unknown number injured. In the past week there have been as many as four earthquakes ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Forgiveness Shapes Our Character Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 21, 2011

We are defined by the experiences we allow into our lives. When we have been forgiven we will have a forgiving character - Philemon has this character and we can learn from that.

You Can Listen To The Full Message Here:- http://www.nec.org.au/index.php/listen-to-a-sermon-series/a-call-to-forgiveness/ Message “Forgiveness Shapes our Character”. There are times when powerful experiences shape who we become. A few years ago I interviewed Ross Davie, he was a well known ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Crete Was A Dogs Breakfast Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Sep 28, 2009

First of two series on life change and the value of learning Godly teaching and living as God would have us live.

Titus 2:1-13 Sermon 22/09/09 It is wise for us to learn and grasp onto Godly teaching As a society Crete was a dog’s breakfast, morality was poor, examples being culturally sanctioned and promoted same sex relationships as a form of population control and piracy, woman drank and gossiped, ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-13

Denomination: Salvation Army

Have You Heard The Knock

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Jun 2, 2008

This message is expressive of Christ’s patience, persistence and affectional appeal to man.

Have You Heard The Knock? What are you going to do? Revelation 3:20 Behold, I stand at the door and knock; If any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and sup with him, and he with me. The ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Enciend El Fuego

Contributed by Aaron Chavez on Jun 11, 2008

Dios nos llama a tomar el proposito y cumplirlo con pasion, con fuego.

Enciende el fuego 1. Intro. a. El fuego en la palabra representa a Dios y su presencia. i. La zarza ardiendo (Ex. 3.2) la gloria de Dios era como fuego abrasador (Ex. 24.17) b. El termino fuego se usa para comunicar la idea de pasión. (Mateo 3.11) i. Habla de poder, energía, agresividad ii. El ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Fire In The Soul Series

Contributed by Curtis Rowe on Aug 4, 2008

The zeal of the Lord can abound in your heart!

Fire in Your Soul 2 Kings 10:15-16 When the Spirit of Christ is filling a person’s heart, light and heat are present. Zeal alone does not make a Christian! Brethren, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for Israel is, that they might be saved. For I bear them record that they have a zeal of God, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 10:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Pentecost

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on May 31, 2009

The Holy Spirit birthed the church on Pentecost. He is alive today and the Christian’s challenge to work out his/her calling in the light of the Resurrection and Pentecost.

Sermon for CATM – Pentecost Sunday – May 31, 2009 It had been the most intense experience of their lives. A Jewish carpenter and Rabbi had called each of them out from where they were. Some were fishermen - 5 of them actually; one was a tax collector; most were of unknown occupation; some were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational