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  • William Nieporte avatar

    The Gift Of Righteousness

    Contributed by William Nieporte on Nov 17, 2007
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     | 4,607 views

    Righteousness is God’s gift to us, not our gift to God.

    Two men go to church to pray First – one of the few, the proud, the chosen – one of the Pharisees Rules—obeyed; Rituals—observed; Regulations—followed. Religion = Performance He performed well. He was self-centered, self-serving, and self-righteous. Sabbath – prayer time. Song of Ascent ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    True Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 29, 2007
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     | 4,972 views

    Can you imagine the faces when Jesus told them their righteousness must exceed that of the Pharisees to go to heaven?

    Can you imagine the faces of all the people sitting on the Mount of Beatitudes listening to Jesus preaching the Sermon on the Mount, when Jesus told them their righteousness must exceed that of the Pharisees to go to heaven? In Jesus day there were many people deeply concerned about ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Attaining Righteousness

    Contributed by Robert Bravo on Jun 25, 2007
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    God calls us to live a righteous life and to be godly, but many peole say this is impossible. The quesiton is would a Holy God ask us to do something impossible?.

    How do we get right with God? Romans 3:21 - 26 (NIV) 21But now a righteousness from God, apart from law, has been made known, to which the Law and the Prophets testify. 22This righteousness from God comes through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe. There is no difference, 23for all have ...read more

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    Denomination: Nazarene

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    Surpassing Righteousness

    Contributed by Lee Henry on Jul 7, 2006
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     | 2,354 views

    In Matt. 5:17-48, Jesus challenges his audience to have a righteousness that flows from the heart and thus surpassess the external righteousness displayed by the Pharisees.

    Surpassing Righteousness Matt. 5:17-48 Introduction: In the beginning verses of Matt. 5, Jesus is preaching to the multitude and is sharing revolutionary thoughts. He has taught them how to be blessed by God by changing from the inside out. He has told them how to establish a relationship with ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Brad Froese avatar

    The Quest For Righteousness

    Contributed by Brad Froese on Jul 18, 2006
    based on 26 ratings
     | 6,716 views

    People often misperceive righteousness as goodness or perfection. This sermon encourages righteousness as faith & actions combined... (Book of James.)

    When we read about righteous men and women of the Bible, such as King David, Father Abraham, even Rahab (a former prostitute!), we tend to forget their shortcomings and trick ourselves into believing that goodness and perfection determine how close we are to God! Illustrate the story of Moses at ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Motivation For Righteousness

    Contributed by Mark Kang on Jan 12, 2006
    based on 24 ratings
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    If we are to have victory in righteousness, we must find proper motivation.

    "See to it brothers that none of you has a sinful, unbelieving heart that turns away from the living God." Hebrews 3:12 Sin has the power to make us turn away from God. When we sin we don’t even want to believe that God exists. If we are to have victory over sin in our life we have to make sure ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Breastplate Of Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Allan Quak on Jan 31, 2006
    based on 78 ratings
     | 32,562 views

    In the spiritual battle Satan is going to try and con us with the lie that we are not good enough to be part of God’s family. In such circumstances we need to hold onto Jesus knowing that He is the One who makes us thoroughly equipped.

    Ephesians 6:14a The Breastplate of Righteousness Scripture Readings:- Isaiah 59:1; 12-20 Romans 6:1-14 Ephesians 6:10-18 Sermon Text Ephesians 6:14b Congregation of the Lord Jesus Christ, Let’s imagine you are reading the “cars for sale” section of the local paper. Someone is selling a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Established In Righteousness

    Contributed by Joe Overholt on Nov 16, 2006
    based on 7 ratings
     | 17,236 views

    This message is to reveal to each member of the Body of Christ concerning his/her right position with God, through our Lord Jesus Christ.

    Established in Righteousness ! Foundational Text: Isaiah 54:14 In righteousness shalt thou be established: thou shalt be far from oppression; for thou shalt not fear: and from terror; for it shall not come near thee. We want to pursue teaching on our good position of righteousness. So we want ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    For Righteousness Sake Series

    Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Mar 22, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,422 views

    "Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven." Matthew 5:10

    INTRODUCTION The preacher of an underground Chinese church tells others of the precautions they must take to avoid government persecution. Each time their church reaches ten to fifteen members, they split to reduce attention. They also alternate meeting places for the same reason. Because phone ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Surpassing Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Sep 7, 2008
    based on 2 ratings
     | 2,768 views

    Jesus presents a clear description of what it is followers are to be like internally and how they are to live outwardly in the Sermon on the Mount.

    Sermon on the Mount- Pt 4 Surpassing Righteousness In studying the SOTM, or the Bible in general, never think that if you do not understand it, it is of no use What is important is that we expose/read/study it so it becomes available to us when we need it. Mind has two compartments- ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

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    Practicing Righteousness

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 2, 2013
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    Do good for your love for God and others; not just to be recognized.

    Practicing Righteousness June 2, 2013 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Do good for your love for God and others; not just to be recognized. Focus Passage: Matthew 6:1-6 Supplemental Passage: "Let your light shine before men in such a way that they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Practicing Righteousness

    Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jun 11, 2013
     | 3,071 views

    Do good for your love for God and others; not just to be recognized.

    Practicing Righteousness June 2, 2013 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Do good for your love for God and others; not just to be recognized. Focus Passage: Matthew 6:1-6 Supplemental Passage: "Let your light shine before men in such a way that they ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Breastplate Of Righteousness Series

    Contributed by Allan Kircher on Jun 4, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,727 views

    Two areas life/Satan most frequently attacks people of God are in the “mind and emotions.”

    Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church Ephesians 6:13-18 May 11, 2014 The Breastplate of Righteousness Intro: • Studying pieces “the whole armor of God.” • “armor or God” necessary tool/our fight against the devil • W/o every piece/armor/place, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • William R. Nabaza avatar

    Crown Of Righteousness

    Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 24, 2013
     | 8,731 views

    To show that the crown of righteousness is reserved for us awarded by the LORD, to those who have loved Him.

    I. EXORDIUM: Do you have the crown? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the crown of righteousness is reserved for us awarded by the LORD, to those who have loved Him. IV. TEXT: 2 Timothy 4:8 (New International Version) Now there is in store for me the crown of ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Journey To Righteousness

    Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Mar 11, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,246 views

    Pursuing righteousness means coming in right standing with God

    Journey to righteousness Matthew 6:33 - but seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. Definition of righteousness - being in right standing with God The door to righteousness is faith Hebrews 11:6 - But without faith it is impossible to ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic