Sermons on Good Character:

Pursuing Excellence

Contributed by Warren Lamb on Mar 23, 2005

Even a glimpse at the Life of Jesus Christ makes obvious the fact that God is a God of excellence. A life of excellence is what He has bought for us. What does that mean for us as Christ-followers today?

“Pursuing Excellence” Mark 4:35-41 As we examine the life of Jesus as it is recorded for us in the four gospels, we get glimpses through windows, as it were. Not every detail of His life and ministry is recorded for us, nor could it be. The Apostle John tells us in John 21:25: “And there are also ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Songs Of Good News Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Dec 18, 2023

The angels visit to Bethlehem was a joyous occasion First to the shepherds then to all the habitant. Jesus brings joy to all.

Text: Luke 2:9-14 Theme: Good News through Songs   Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever. Introduction Luke 2:”9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:9-14

Denomination: Methodist

The Message Of John The Baptist

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Jan 21, 2004

An overview of the message of John the Baptist in Matthew 3:1-12

The Message of John the Baptist Matthew 3:1-12 January 22, 2004 Introduction Last week we began our look at the message of John the Baptist, by spending time discussing the word ¡§repent,¡¨ and how that should impact our lives. We¡¦re going to review that some as we go through the message this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

It's Not About Us

Contributed by Paul Bowen on Dec 10, 2005

Sorry to burst your bubble, but it simply isn’t about us. Everything He has done is about and for His glory. We were created for Him and He has intended for us an ultimate and divine destiny. That ought to make you shout!

It’s Not About Us (Ultimate Divine Destiny) Galatians 2:20; 2 Samuel 6 Over the past several weeks I have been pondering and meditating on two concepts. Meditating-like a cow chewing its cud, I’ve had one concept in each cheek as I’ve chewed. But the juices and flavors have run together and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Answering The Call (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Nov 7, 2000

This sermon is part 2 and looks at the how complacency weakens our faith and how works are essential for spiritual growth.

Answering The Call (Part II) Consequences of Complacency 2 Samuel 11: 1 It happened in the spring of the year, at the time when kings go out to battle, that David sent Joab and his servants with him, and all Israel; and they destroyed the people of Ammon and besieged Rabbah. But David remained ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16, 2 Samuel 11:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Standing Tall When It Counts Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Dec 6, 2000

The requirements of taking a standing for Christ

A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 14 “Standing Tall When It Counts” Acts 6:8-7:60 “Death reveals who we really are. Consider the famous French philosopher Voltaire, who … boasted, “In twenty years Christianity will be no more. My single hand shall destroy the edifice it took twelve apostles ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Marks Of A Martyr

Contributed by Steven Kellett on Mar 18, 2002

Three characteristics of Stephen - the first Christian Martyr - that should be true of all believers.

One dark January evening in 1944 Bruce Porterfield sat down in his home in Lansing, Michigan, to read the paper after a hard day’s work. The story of how five missionaries had presumably been killed by Stone-Age Indians in Bolivia caught his attention. That evening he committed himself to follow in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Getting The Definitions Right

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Nov 26, 2002

Fellowship with God is a matter of letting that which comes from him, rather than the world system, define how we live.

- - - - - - - Unless otherwise indicated all scripture is quoted from the New Living Translation of the Bible. - - - - - - - Several people have commented about the fact that they are finding the book of 1st John to be extremely timely and thought-provoking. I agree. Sometimes when we’re looking ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:12-17

Denomination: *other

Becoming And Looking Different

Contributed by David Sorn on Nov 5, 2005

Christians must remember that they are called to put off their former way of life, to renew their minds, and to put on the new self, which will produce a Godlier lifestyle.

Let us pray... Our passage today is from Ephesians 4:20-24. It says: 20You, however, did not come to know Christ that way. 21Surely you heard of him and were taught in him in accordance with the truth that is in Jesus. 22You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:20-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mind Series

Contributed by Troy Richards on Feb 20, 2008

The third part of a winter retreat on giving your whole self to God. Workbook and Powerpoint available.

GIVING IT YOUR ALL MIND [JESUS FREAKS PAGE 210] -did you realize all that trouble happened just so you could hold that Bible in your hands? -in this period of time, it was believed that Latin was the only language the Bible should be written in or read from (and some places still do it). The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30

Denomination: Methodist

This Body Was Made For Walking Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Mar 26, 2007

Because of who Christ is and who he has called us to be in His church, we must walk worthy of His calling.

1. The first step to walking Jesus’ call is a worthy walk. 2. The second step to walking Jesus’ call is a well-disciplined walk (4:2-3) 3. The third step to walking Jesus’ call is a worshipping walk (4:4-6) EPHESIANS 4:1-6 One of the most memorable moments in a parent’s life is when your ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be A Good Shepherd.

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 14, 2021

'How to Be a Good Shepherd' 1 Peter chapter 5 verses 1-4 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • The reason for having elders (vs 1) • The responsibility of elders (vs 2-3) • The reward of the elders (vs 4) SERMON BODY: Ill: • I like the story of the shepherd woke up one afternoon having enjoyed a deep sleep, • Realising the situation, he panicked in case somebody had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-4

Denomination: Brethren

His Goodness And Mercy PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 17, 2025

God’s goodness and mercy actively pursue us every day, assuring us of His constant presence, care, and unfailing love in every circumstance.

If you’ve ever felt shadowed by worry, stalked by regret, or tailed by the long to-do list that never seems to shrink, you’re in good company. David knew what it meant to have enemies at his heels and storms at his door. And yet, out of that life he sings a line so surprising it feels like a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:6

Topics: Shepherd, Guidance

The Implications Of The Christian Life Series

Contributed by Alan Mccann on Jun 28, 2004

the implications of following Jesus

JOHN 13V1-17 THE IMPLICATIONS OF THE CHRISTIAN LIFE All sorts of things have implications for the way we live our lives today. If you are married there are implications – you no longer are self-centred, you no longer just think of yourself but think of two. If you are a parent – there are massive ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Transformed Or Deformed

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Sep 17, 2007

God expects us to be transformed into the image of Christ. To refuse to do this we remain deformed in the image of the world.

In November of 1977 we adopted our son Kevin. As Kevin grew, he would occasionally want to sleep in our “king-sized” bed with us. We were used to having our dog in bed with us, and the addition of Kevin added little to the problem. Before too long, Kevin preferred to sleep in the big bed with Mom ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18

Denomination: Baptist