Sermons on Identify Personality:

How To Measure Humility Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Sep 14, 2005

10th message in James series. James identifies two spheres of life as yardsticks for humility. The first is the relationship we have with other people, especially in what we say about them. The second is the goal or plans we have for the future.

Shirley MacLaine, the Oscar-winning actress, is a spokeswoman for the self-consumed philosophy of our day. The Los Angeles Times reported an interview in which she said: The most pleasurable journey you take is through yourself…the only sustaining love is with yourself. When you look back on your ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-17

Repentance Vs. Remorse

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Feb 10, 2009

Matthew gives the testimony of three witnesses to the person of Jesus Christ, that He is the Son of God and King (John, the Spirit, & the Father).

Matthew 3 Matthew gives the testimony of three witnesses to the person of Jesus Christ, that He is the Son of God and King (John, the Spirit, & the Father). (v.1) Why was John in the “wilderness?” 3 Facts about John (3:1-15) 1. His Message – (3:1-2; 7-10) John’s message centered on repentance ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Picture This! Weeds Series

Contributed by John Braland on Apr 3, 2007

Weeds come in all kinds of shapes and sizes. Some of them flower and look absolutely beautiful and others will poke you and make you bleed. Some weeds are hard to identify as tender shoots but as they age their identity will become clear. Jesus kne

Last summer my daughters Katie and Sara asked if they could take our dogs Shadow and Reba for a walk. Now Shadow is a black lab and he needs to walk because he has a bit of a weight problem. Reba is 12 and is deaf but always willing to take a spin. I live on a gravel road that is surrounded by ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sixteen Signs Of A True Believer Part 3 Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Jul 8, 2010

Sermon 7 of the series. As we continue to study the 16 signs that John gives to identify a true believer, we ask ...Am I doing righteousness? Am I living in light of His coming? Am I overcoming habitual sin?

Series: Things That Accompany Salvation Hebrews 6:9 But, beloved, we are persuaded better things of you, and things that accompany salvation, though we thus speak. Message 7: Sixteen Signs of a True Believer (Part III) (2 Cor. 13:5; 1 Jn. 2:29; 3:1-9) 2 Corinthians 13:5 Examine yourselves, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Unforced Errors

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Jul 15, 2005

Romans 8 the Apostle Paul goives guidance for minimizing the unforced errors of sin in a person’ls life.

Unforced Errors Romans 8:1-4 The 2005 Wimbledon Tennis Championship concluded last Sunday. In the Women’s final Venus Williams defeated Lindsey Davenport. In the Men’s final Federer defeated Andy Roddick. The French Open was held last month with the final championship men match between Federer ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-4

Denomination: Free Methodist

Being Really Reconciled Series

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Dec 31, 2007

This sermon deals with reconciliation in terms of the truth that being really reconciled Reveals a problem, Restores a relationship and Relates to persons.

Randy felt like a vending machine. Anyone wanting something could pull an invisible lever and get it. On the job, at home, in church or during leisure time Randy was continually being called upon to carry other people’s responsibility. And Randy deeply resented those people who by demanding so ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Narnia: A Cat, A Crone, And A Closet

Contributed by Bryan Griem on Jan 6, 2006

This is a sermon encouraging personal Gospel witness through cultural opportunities such as the recent release of the movie, "The Lion, The Witch, And The Wardrobe."

A Cat, A Crone, And A Closet INTRODUCTION: Clive Staples Lewis, better known as CS LEWIS, was once quoted as saying “You’ve given up smoking once: I’ve given it up a dozen times!” Perhaps this is why people do not make many resolutions. We give things up only to return to them, and perhaps, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Hope For The Fallen Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 13, 2018

Peter's denial of Jesus gives us the perfect example of how a person who falls can be forgiven and start over.

Introduction: A. The year was 1779. 1. He was a loyal patriot, a prosperous businessman, a natural leader and an obvious choice to be captain of the Connecticut State Militia. 2. He proved to be a good military leader. 3. He received much praise and acclaim, but when Congress created five new ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-63, 1 John 1:7-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Anger; Sinful Or Not?

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on May 18, 2005

What does the Bible say about anger? Can it ever be a good thing? This sermon gives some practical steps in identifying, handling and combating sinful anger. To show that anger is a God given emotion and that alot of energy is generated that should be u

ANGER ; SINFUL OR NOT Date: May 18th 2005 Text: Ephesians 4:26-32 I. ANGER IS NOT SINFUL IN AND BY ITSELF A. It’s ok to get angry; God does. 1. God gets angry a. (Psalm 85:4) Turn us, O God of our salvation, and cause thine anger toward us to cease. b. (Psalm 7:11) God ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:26-32

Denomination: Baptist

Practices For Effective Evangelism Series

Contributed by Donny Granberry on Apr 20, 2008

90% of people become Christians because personal Evangelism. This series equips and challenges the church in sharing their faith with others.

Personal Evangelism II “Practices for Effective Evangelism” By: Pastor Donny Granberry Good Morning. If you are our guest, allow me to welcome you to Central. Let’s make our profession; This is my bible, God’s holy word… This past Sunday we began challenging the church to refocus its efforts on ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Is The Spirit Of jezebel? Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Aug 30, 2024

Recognizing a person with a spirit of Jezebel can be challenging, but here are some common traits and manifestatin behaviours to look out for...

What is the  the Spirit of Jezebel? Recognizing a person with a spirit of Jezebel can be challenging, but here are some common traits and manifestatin behaviours to look out for 1. Manipulation and Control: Using charm, deception, and coercion to dominate others. 2. Seduction and Immorality: ...read more

Beyond Sunday (Love And Sunday Service) Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Aug 26, 2016

Beyond Sunday is about being a person who is after God’s own heart – a person who loves God first and foremost – who places their love relationship number one in their life – the person who does the One Thing – the greatest thing first with God/Jesus love

Beyond Sunday pt. 1 Introduction to Beyond Sunday Series: Our new series is designed and I believe inspired by the Holy Spirit to show how Christianity is not just about going to church on Sunday morning. It’s not about doing good works to get myself into heaven, like going to church every ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dos And Don'ts Of Salvation

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Mar 22, 2021

A defibrillator can’t save someone while it’s in its cabinet. It has to be taken down and operated. In the same way, Jesus’ death and resurrection don’t save a person unless a person makes use of them. A person has to respond to them. There are some 'dos' and 'don'ts'.

In recent years something new has appeared on many high streets: defibrillators. Defibrillators can be life-savers if someone suffers a heart attack. They aren’t only on high streets, of course. I like to do ‘Park Run’ (when it’s happening!) and lots of Park Runs have defibrillators. You often ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-30, Psalm 14:3, Psalm 53:3, James 2:17, James 2:26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Your Jericho?

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Jun 22, 2012

Inspired by Mark Batterson’s The Circle Maker. If you don’t “IDENTIFY YOUR JERICHO” you will not know what to pray for our about! You need to... Define Your Goal...Claim Your Promise...Spell Your Miracle!

WHAT IS YOUR JERICHO? Hebrews 11:6 “By FAITH the walls of Jericho fell down after they were encircled for seven days.” INTRODUCTION: The passage I read from Hebrews 11 speaks of one of the greatest success’ in the History of Israel. We all like “SUCCESS!” I know I do & I’m sure that you do as ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Who Is Jesus? Series

Contributed by Chuck Hill on Dec 8, 2004

In this message we investigate the reality of the person of Jesus Christ. He is real, alive and willing to change the destiny of your life and mine.

Who is Jesus? Pastor Chuck Hill Colossians 1:15-23 (Focusing on v. 15-17) Introduction: Turn with me tonight to Paul’s letter to the Colossian Church. We will be focusing our attention on the first really strong teaching portion of this letter – it is found in chapter 1, beginning with verse ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God