Sermons on Habit Formation:

The Search For Happiness

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jan 28, 2019

In the 1600s, the brilliant French mathematician, physicist, inventor, writer and Catholic theologian, Blaise Pascal, wrote, “Everyone, without exception, is searching for happiness." An article I read listed seven habits of chronically unhappy people....

In the 1600s, the brilliant French mathematician, physicist, inventor, writer and Catholic theologian, Blaise Pascal, wrote, “Everyone, without exception, is searching for happiness." An article I read listed seven habits of chronically unhappy people. *A default belief that life is hard. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How Can The Lord Help You Overcome Addictions?

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

People can find themselves addicted to many vices these days. Addictions can fall into many categories that are both conscious and unconscious obsessions: drugs, lusts, bad habits, anger, vengeance, politics, intrigue, gossiping, selfishness, gluttony,

Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army Introduction: People can find themselves addicted to many vices these days. Addictions can fall into many categories that are both conscious and unconscious obsessions: drugs, lusts, bad habits, anger, vengeance, politics, intrigue, gossiping, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:16-18

Denomination: Salvation Army

Repeat After Me

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Jun 18, 2011

Repetition isn’t rote; it’s practice. All of these words become part of us, digging deep into our hearts and minds, helping to form in us habits of thought and action that honor God, that put God first.

Everything in this sEverything in this service is old hat. We know the Apostles Creed so well that many of us don’t have to use the worship notes except to remember to say "sitteth" instead of "sits." I chose the most commonly used prayer of Confession in the English language. The 23rd Psalm is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:7-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Overcoming Addiction (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Sep 17, 2019

We shall consider the meanings of the two key words in today's study: Addiction and Overcome. Addiction is a habit or practice that damages, jeopardizes or shortens one's life. Overcome means to win, prevail or to surmount.

OVERCOMING ADDICTIONS 1 TEXT: TITUS 2:12 INTRODUCTION We shall consider the meanings of the two key words in today's study: Addiction and Overcome. Addiction is a habit or practice that damages, jeopardizes or shortens one's life. Overcome means to win, prevail or to surmount. ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Can We Recovery From This? The Prescription For Recovery

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 7, 2021

This message is good news for every sinner and every backslider who finds themselves bound in sin and crippled by habits. The text shows the undying love of God and his willingness to help us in whatever position we find ourselves.

A Prescription For Recovery (A Call To Recovery) Introduction: The book of Isaiah is one of the most fascinating of all the Old Testament Books of Prophecy. It has 66 chapters that actually reflect the 66 books of the Bible. Thirty-nine chapters have to do with the history and judgment to Judah, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

Galatians 2:20 How To Persevere In The Trials Of Life.

Contributed by David Cramer on Oct 8, 2020

With all that is going on in our world regardless of where we live, it is hard. This message can help with getting in a habit of not doing it alone. We can rely on Him to help us through as we get closer to Him daily.

Galatians 2:20 How to persevere in the trials of life Good Morning Stand with me and lift up your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20, Job 2:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Online Versus In-Person Service”

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Oct 12, 2020

After more than six months, our congregation enjoys the convenience of online services, would that create a new habit that will continue even after the pandemic ends? Can on-line replace in-person Sunday service?

“Online Versus In-Person Service” Opening: A 2019 survey published by Erin Duffin on Jan 17, 2020, showed 23 percent of Americans attend a church or synagogue every week, 10% almost every week, and 12% at least once a month. So, 45% ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25, Matthew 16:18, Acts 2:46, Acts 5:29, John 4:24, 1 Corinthians 6:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

This Is What My Peaceful Doves Have Taught Me – Will I Heed The Lessons? Part 2 Of 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 29, 2022

Nature is a great teacher and the creation is full of meaning. In studying the behaviour of small doves, I have gained an insight into their habits and lives. There are lessons for Christians we can learn from them. This is Part 2 and develops those lessons.

THIS IS WHAT MY PEACEFUL DOVES HAVE TAUGHT ME – WILL I HEED THE LESSONS? PART 2 OF 2 This is PART 2 of the message on doves. The peaceful dove (zebra doves in the USA – exotic bird) is an Australian native. See PART 1 for the introduction to this story. We have been looking at Lessons we can ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:10-12, Matthew 7:1-5, Matthew 25:35, James 1:9-10, James 2:1-4, 1 Corinthians 12:21-25, James 4:1-3, Galatians 5:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Arachnophobia For Some – However Spiders Are Wonderful Teachers Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 1, 2022

Nature is a great teacher and by observing God's creatures there is much we can learn for our Christian lives. In this message we examine the habits of spiders to gain insights for our lives. God bless you all.

ARACHNOPHOBIA FOR SOME – HOWEVER SPIDERS ARE WONDERFUL TEACHERS I prepared this about 20 years ago, so when I use “today”, well - it was back then. Here we make applications to Christian living derived from the habits of spiders. This is an address rather than a sermon and prepared for smaller ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:16, Galatians 6:9, Ephesians 6:18, James 1:12, Romans 5:3-5, Proverbs 6:8, 1 Peter 3:16, Galatians 5:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Poison Of Pride

Contributed by Randy Crawford on Dec 9, 2024

What are you proud of? Are you proud of the accomplishments that you’ve made? Are you proud of the bad habits you’ve cut out of your life? Think about it, really. What are you proud of?

What are you proud of? Are you proud of the accomplishments that you’ve made? Are you proud of the bad habits you’ve cut out of your life? Think about it, really. What are you proud of? Now I want to ask you, do you carry that pride with you? Do you post on Social Media for all the world to see? Do ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:14

I Have Decided... Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Oct 12, 2007

Jesus didn’t put the demands of being a disciple in fine print at the bottom of the contract...but IN BOLD TYPE! The cross PRESENTED, the cross REJECTED, the cross ACCEPTED. Link inc. to formatted text, audio & video, PowerPoint Presentation.

I Have Decided... Matthew 16:21-27 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/IHaveDecided.html This chapter zeroes in on 2 big things Jesus wants to teach His disciples: • Who He is = His Person [last week] • Why He came = His Work [this week] The Lord has spent nearly 3 years with these guys and now it’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

Angels: God's Heavenly Warriors, Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Apr 6, 2006

Several things we need to know about ’fallen angels’ and our enemy, Satan, and what we can learn from all this about God, HIS angels, and ourselves. Link included to formatted text, handout, and PowerPoint Presentation.

God’s Heavenly Warriors, pt. 2 Matthew 8:16 There is a mighty angelic conflict being fought--because Satan, and a multitude of other angels chose to rebel against God. Last time we said, ’We are never more like Satan than when we rebel against authority.’ 1 Samuel 15:23 For rebellion is as the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:16

Denomination: Baptist

Yellow Line Living

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 10, 2020

What does it really mean to walk with God? How can we enjoy our walk with the LORD and live an amazing Abundant Life?

Scripture: Psalm 1; Isaiah 35:8-10; Colossians 3:1-17 Theme: Walking in Christ Title: Yellow Line Living INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! I want to talk to you today about Yellow Line Living. Think for a moment about that yellow line that you see ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 35:8-10, Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Nazarene

How Should I Pray For Others?

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 11, 2022

Paul shares with us three major things that we can pray for ourselves and for others – 1. To have the ability to be able to clearly and accurately hear God’s voice 2. To develop the desire to live a Holy Life 3. To allow the Holy Spirit to give us the power to live a Holy Life

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14 Theme: Prayer Paul shares with us three major things that we can pray for ourselves and for others – 1. To have the ability to be able to clearly and accurately hear God’s voice 2. To develop the desire to live a Holy Life 3. To allow the Holy Spirit to give ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14, Galatians 5:16-18, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Nazarene

World War Won! - Memorial Day - Independence Day Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 25, 2003

Good for this time of continuing war...Eye-opening scriptures to help lay people understand why war is sometimes necessary, and sometimes even recommended by God. Link included to Formatted Text and Powerpoint.

World War Won! Prov. 14:34 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/WarAndFreedom.html Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people. We take our freedom for granted. Here we sit today, praying, singing, fellowshipping, worshipping God together, reading His Word…w/out fear of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:34

Denomination: Baptist