Sermons on Holy Calling:

What Holiness Is

Contributed by Dewayne Bolton on Mar 3, 2001

a simple defination of Holiness that leads to holy living

Hebrews 12:14 What Holiness Is INTRO: A. The subject of Holiness is like the subject the little boy turned in to his teacher as the theam of his term paper. THE WORLD AND ALL THAT IS THERE IN. a. Of course the subject was to large a subject and so is my subject for there is no way I or anyone ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:14

Denomination: Holiness

Holiness And Purity Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Feb 7, 2006

Holiness has everything to do with exercising self-control over our sexual desires.

Holiness and Purity Text: 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8 Introduction: The Illinois Department of Resources reports that more than 17,000 deer die each year after being struck by motorists on state highways. I’m sure that a number of us have helped some of these beautiful animals commit suicide in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:3-8, 1 Thessalonians 4:3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Striving For Holiness

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Sep 18, 2002

This sermons takes a look at why it is that we as Christians should strive for holiness and then looks at three practical applications to help us to strive for that holiness.

A Man was sitting in his recliner when his youngest son walked in and asked if he could ask his a few questions. The Father said sure but he asked what is this for? The young boy replied, “It’s for a project as school. We have to write a report about a role model in our life.” His father was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:14-19

Denomination: Methodist

Holiness Is Not An Option Series

Contributed by Richard White on Jan 3, 2002

For the Christian, holy living is not an option it is a requirement

Holiness is not an option Hebrews 12 Jeff Bridges says, "Christians can never in themselves merit salvation through their personal holiness." Our Righteousness is like a filthy rag before a holy God. One of the early church fathers said, "Even our tears of repentance must be washed in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hopeful Holiness Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Oct 10, 2014

God wants us to be hopeful, holy and wholehearted.

Hopeful Holiness 1 Peter 1:13-21 Rev. Brian Bill October 11-12, 2014 After listening to a long and drawn-out sermon, a boy walked out of the service with a big frown on his face. He had a rough morning because his dad had corrected him several times to keep him from fidgeting. Seeing his long ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

An Appeal For Holiness Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jun 15, 2016

Salvation is the greatest moment in any individual's life, but we must realize that salvation is not an event at a single moment in time. Salvation is the beginning of a life-long journey with the Lord.

Series: Saved, Settled, and Sanctified An Appeal for Holiness 1 Peter 1: 13-17 In recent weeks we have considered the gracious salvation provided for humanity and the hope we have in Christ, even in the midst of great difficulty. Having assured believers in their faith through the certainty of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Holy People Series

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jun 14, 2004

A look at what Holiness isn’t and what Holiness is.

You ever feel like you’ve just received an impossible mission? A goal that is just too great, a target that’s just too far away. I would suspect that when the people of Israel heard the prophet Isaiah make the proclamation that Mike read this morning that is how they felt. It’s one thing to be ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 62:12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Holiness In Trials Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016

Having holiness during trials

Facing Your Trials in Hope - 1 Peter 1b June 22, 2008 Turn with me this morning to the end of your Bibles, to the book of 1 Peter, chapter 1. We want to review briefly what we looked at three weeks ago. Remember that Peter is writing to give practical help to Christians dealing with daily ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Holiness And Advent

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 24, 2015

Advent begins our journey towards Christmas. It is also a vital part of our holiness journey. Do we understand the true nature of a holiness journey? Let's see what the Holy Spirit has to share about our holiness journey!

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13; Genesis 17:1-8 and Psalms 25:1-10 Title: Holiness and Advent Proposition: Advent begins our annual journey towards Christmas. It is also a part of our holiness journey. INTRO: Grace and Peace to you this morning from God our Father and the LORD Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13

Denomination: Nazarene

A Holy Trip

Contributed by John Hickman on Dec 6, 2013

Scripture is silent on the details of Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem. But imagine if you were taking the journey today. What would that feel like?

As I look out among you today, I see that the vast majority of us have of us have had babies. But not all of us. For example, I’ve done a lot of things in my life and had a lot of experiences, but I’ve never given birth to a baby. Yes, I know this surprises you. So help me here. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Charismatic

The Holiness Of God Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Apr 28, 2021

The whole Bible expounds upon the holiness of Almighty God. All Bible references are from the NASB.

One man described his observations of the concept of holiness like this: “There is a simple yet profound word which occurs nine hundred times in the Bible. You see it first in Genesis, as we are told how God created heaven and earth. You see it last in the closing chapter of Revelation where we are ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Comforter

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 10, 2018

The Holy Spirit is our Comforter and Advocate.

The Holy Comforter John 15:26-!6:15 We are in the middle of what is called Jesus’ farewell sermon to the eleven disciples who remained, as Judas had already left as prophesied to betray Him. Jesus is preparing the disciples for both the short term issues concerning His upcoming arrest and ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Pursuit Of Holiness

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 19, 2012

What is Biblical holiness? Is it a bunch of rules or does God define it for us in His Word?

Pursuit of Holiness 1 Peter 1:1-1:17, 1:13-1:21 Introduction- We have come out of an extremely exciting service last week. For it to be Easter week and have: Several people come front and acknowledge that God is doing something is special. To have one person accept Christ as Lord and Savior is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-17

Denomination: Nazarene

The Pursuit Of Holiness

Contributed by Ralf Bergmann on Jun 26, 2002

Blind Bartimaeus knew who Jesus is and what He can do. Bartimaeus stopped at nothing to receive his blessing from Jesus - How about us?

Sermon Title: The Pursuit of Holiness Scripture: Mark 10:46-52 Wesleyan Community Church Terry, Mississippi Sunday Morning – June 30, 2002 Scripture Introduction: I think the chorus that we just sang, “Shout to the Lord”, is one of my favorites. We have reason to shout if we have Jesus as our ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:46-52

Denomination: *other

Holy Ground Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Mar 29, 2016

where is holy ground

As we heard from the children this morning, “Joshua fought the Battle of Jericho and the walls came a tumbling down!” Did Joshua actually just do it all alone by himself? God was with Joshua and won the Battle of Jericho! It was actually the Lord Jesus Christ who was with Joshua! How ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:13-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible