Sermons on Honor Ourselves:

Thy Will Be Done Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Jun 9, 2018

When we pray, "Thy will be done," we are committing ourselves to desire, discover, and do the will of God with grateful hearts.

Warren Wiersbe says that, from time to time, he has counseled with people who were actually afraid of the will of God. They were terrified at the thought of surrendering themselves completely to him. The idea disturbed them because they had concluded that the will of God was something painful and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Invitation: Come And See Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 23, 2020

Are you following Jesus? That’s a question that we need to ask ourselves often. It is the key question of discipleship.

- Following Jesus - The Invitation: Come And See John 1:35-39 Introduction Are you following Jesus? That’s a question that we need to ask ourselves often. It is the key question of discipleship. We are going to explore the idea of following Jesus over the next few weeks. My hope is that ...read more

Scripture: John 1:35-39

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fight The Obsessive Evil Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 30, 2021

Our evil habits are harmful to ourselves and everyone around us. Repent, and ask Jesus to heal and forgive you.

Monday of 4th week in Course 2021 One of the most helpful actions that a husband and wife can share with each other is from time to time to tell each other the story of their love. My wife and I are in the fiftieth year of marriage, so we have a fifty-one year story to share with each other and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20, Hebrews 11:32-40, Psalm 31:20-24

Denomination: Catholic

Last Or First? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 28, 2019

At the beginning of the new year and decade we must ask ourselves if there is any hint of anti-Christ in our hearts.

New Year’s Eve 2019 Last or First? Our holy Scripture today is taken from the apostle John. The Gospel teaches about the beginning, and the letter tells us about the end. And both beginning and end must be centered on Our Lord Jesus Christ. In fact, everything we do in the new year, the new decade ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-21, John 1:1-18, John 8:12

Denomination: Catholic

The Worldly Mindset Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 24, 2024

As humans, we have a natural tendency to defend and justify ourselves when we feel attacked, criticized, or threatened.

Scripture Reference: Luke 16:15, "You justify yourselves in the sight of men, but God knows your hearts. For what is highly esteemed among men is an abomination in the sight of God." As humans, we have a natural tendency to defend and justify ourselves when we feel attacked, criticized, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:15, 1 Samuel 15:13-23

What Does It Mean To Be Of Little Faith?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on May 18, 2025

There is something that we should ask ourselves. Do Christians truly have enough faith in today’s society?

What Does It Mean to Be of Little Faith? Luke 12:28 There are five instances within the New Testament that speak about being “of little faith.” The online Merriam-Webster dictionary defines faith as belief and trust in and loyalty to God, something that is believed with strong conviction. So, with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Not A Changed Life, But An Exchanged Life PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 7, 2024

This sermon explores the profound truth of being crucified with Christ, living not for ourselves, but allowing Christ to live within us.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. I am thrilled to stand before you today, not because I have all the answers, but because we get to gather in the presence of the One who does. As we gather in this sanctuary, let's take a moment to remember that we are standing on holy ground. This is not ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Topics: Christ Lives, Us

"Therefore"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 18, 2011

Due to God's mercy we should prsents ourselves to the call of God. The sermon reminds us of mercy given, therefore our response should be ___________________.

“Therefore” Romans 12:1-8 Paul believes that Christ should be the Lord, of every area of our life. The reason Paul believe this is because of God's Mercy 1. Notice He says therefore because of God’s mercy we must have a Personal ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Vessels Unto Honour

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 3, 2025

God desires each of us to be vessels of honour, set apart for His glory and service. In His great house, He has called us to be instruments that reflect His character and purpose.

VESSELS UNTO HONOUR By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Timothy 2:20-21 – "But in a great house there are not only vessels of gold and silver, but also of wood and clay; some for honour and some for dishonour. Therefore, if anyone cleanses himself from the latter, he will be a vessel for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:20-21, 1 Peter 2:9, Romans 12:1-2, Matthew 5:14-16, 2 Corinthians 4:7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Peculiar People Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 29, 2021

The Reformers made it a major issue as they stressed the priesthood of all believers, but we still have not rid ourselves of the concept that the church is clergy centered.

Under the Roman system of slavery it was possible for an ambitious slave to gain his freedom. If he had a skill and was determined to work he could hire himself from his master for so much a day, and work for himself. If he was successful, he could accumulate enough savings to buy himself from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:9

Doubting God

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 5, 2012

When we doubt God we can so easily get sucked into focusing on ourselves; badmouthing God; make believe that God has a hidden evil agenda for us which is completely false and start polluting the minds of others thus bringing depravity not only on ourselve

Opening illustration: G. Campbell Morgan had already enjoyed some success as a preacher by the time he was 19 years old. But then he was attacked by doubts about the Bible. The writings of various scientists and agnostics disturbed him (e.g., Charles Darwin, John Tyndall, Thomas Huxley, and Herbert ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Self-Righteous Delusion

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 20, 2019

Do we constantly criticize others? Do we constantly compare ourselves to others to justify ourselves? Let’s learn that we are all in the same boat and that God alone justifies. Let’s discuss self-righteousness and self-justification in Luke 18:9-14.

Do we constantly criticize others? What about politicians, past or current generations or fellow motorists? Do we constantly compare ourselves to others to justify ourselves? Let’s learn that we are all in the same boat and that God alone justifies. Let’s discuss self-righteousness and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Fight The Good Fight

Contributed by Jason Zahn on Sep 28, 2001

God calls us forth to equip ourselves to do battle against the spiritual forces that want to bring about our eternal ruin.

As you watch professional athletics are you impressed with what you see? I am a football and basketball fan. Every time I watch I’m amazed at what these human beings are able to do and accomplish on the football field or the basketball court. Apart from all the animosity about enormous salaries ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Family Matters Series

Contributed by Robert Odle on May 13, 2003

In our pursuit of godly character we must recommit ourselves to doing family God’s way: children submit and parents nurture in God’s ways.

Character Counts! Family Matters (Ephesians 6:1-4) Theme: God created the family to reflect His character. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased insight. After I preach this sermon, the hearer should be able to see that the American family is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

As If You Were Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Nov 1, 2001

An encouraging message that we are to "put ourselves in their place" when we remember all our fellow Christians who are suffering and imprisoned for their faith in Christ.

AN ELDERLY WOMAN WAS GIVEN A STACK OF PAPERS TO FILL OUT WHEN SHE ENTERED THE ADMITTING OFFICE OF A HOSPITAL. SHE PATIENTLY WAITED HER TURN FOR A HOSPITAL OFFICIAL TO SEE HER. WHEN ASKED, SHE HANDED THE OFFICIAL HER INSURANCE CARD AND ALL OF THE ADMITTING PAPER WORK. WHEN SHE WAS ASKED TO GIVE ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:3

Denomination: Free Methodist