Sermons on Improve Behavior:

Heart Of A Disciple

Contributed by Tim Smith on Sep 29, 2013

Today, we’re going to look at the heart of a disciple maker. It’s one thing to change a person’s behavior but quite another to change their heart.

The Heart of a Disciple Matthew 5:8 and 1 Corinthians 13:1-8, 13 “Come, follow me.” When Jesus spoke those words to the Galilean fishermen, it changed the course of their lives. They dropped their nets and left everything and everyone behind. Over the course of the next three years, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

Rotten Living That Leads To Loss Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Sep 5, 2013

Don’t treat sin like a weed-eater whacking away at the visible weed—go to the root of the problem. It’s a heart problem, not a behavior problem.

INTRODUCTION In the last message I mentioned one of my favorite Presidents, Calvin Coolidge. He was known as “silent Cal,” because he was a man of few words. One day, President Coolidge was walking home from attending church and reporters gathered around him. They asked, “What ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

"a Man Of Mystery" Advent Iii

Contributed by Clarence Eisberg on Dec 10, 2020

The title “man of mystery” belongs to John the Baptist. John invited people to step into the water and be baptized then change their behavior. That is what it means to “make the crooked places straight, rough places smooth.”

In Jesus Holy Name December 13, 2020 Redeemer Text John 1:14 “The Man of Mystery” The title “man of mystery” belongs to John the Baptist. He was an unusual prophet shrouded in mystery. A child of the desert. His face, weathered by the wind and desert ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14, John 1:6-8

Denomination: Lutheran

Week Five Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Mar 15, 2021

Contrition is the entire process of fasting, prayer, confession and repentance through amending one's behavior and making right those wrongs which don't hurt others.

“Lent is one of the oldest observations on the Christian calendar. Like all Christian holy days and holidays, it has changed over the years, but its purpose has always been the same: self-examination and penitence, demonstrated by self-denial, in preparation for Easter. Early church father ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33, Daniel 7:14, Matthew 16:24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Divisions In The Church?

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Jun 1, 2024

For Christians today, many practical lessons of righteous behavior are found in the teachings of the Apostle Paul. Paul opened the letter to Corinth telling them he had heard of divisions among them.

We began studying practical teachings for everyday life for Christians taught from the Apostle Paul to Corinth. Paul opened the letter to Corinth telling them he had heard of divisions among them. A correspondence had come to him with many concerns of these divisions and other behaviors for which ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-23, 1 Corinthians 1:12, Romans 12:1-3, 1 Corinthians 2:4-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

By The Spirit Of God Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Nov 14, 2002

We are discouraged -- because of the attacks on our nation, the problems in our families, the economy, or financial problems. We can be pessimistic and think things will never improve. We can be optimistic and think we have the power to bring about chan

By the Spirit Of God Maynard Pittendreigh Zechariah 4:1-11 We are continuing our study of the Minor Prophets. Last week we looked at Haggai and this week we look at Zechariah. Both of these prophets are preaching at the same time – late in the year of 520 BC. Both of these prophets deal ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Beatitudes (Part 3 - Blessed Are The Meek)

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Sep 22, 2004

In this sermon, I define what Meekness is by telling what it is not first. People have a wrong view of meekness and I expose that philosophy that Christians have in this sermon. I also give 3 characteristics of meekness were the Christian can improve in

Title: Blessed Are The Meek Text: Matt 5:5 Read Text!!! Pray!!! Introduction: - This morning we are looking at the topic of Meekness, the 3rd sermon in this sermon series, The Beatitudes. - In previous messages, these beatitudes are inner qualities Jesus was trying to teach to the people of His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Romans Road To Right Relationships

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Jan 15, 2004

"How to Get Along with Anyone" - 13 BRIEF QUALITIES WHICH WILL HELP SPOUSES, COWORKERS, CHURCH MEMBERS, AND OTHERS TO SEE GREAT IMPROVEMENT! ...ALL BEGIN W/ AN "S". Link included to formatted text version and PowerPoint Template.

The Romans Road to Right Relationships [How to Get Along With Anyone] Romans 12 Be… 1. Surrendered to Christ – v. 1, 2 “living sacrifice”…don’t look for the right one, be the right one, and you’ll get the right one” “Have I given up and let God have this relationship?” 2. Sober in your importance ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Can You Do It?

Contributed by Babatunde Bello on Aug 19, 2011

Someone called Zacchaeus did something and it pleased God. Can you do it as well or have you been doing it and you need improvement on it? God bless you as you study along in Jesus’ Name. Amen.

Luke 19:1 And Jesus entered and passed through Jericho. - Rom 8:14. “For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God.” - God led Jesus through Jericho to the destination which God was revealing to Him. - What is your source of motion? What is leading you, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Proper And Improper Way Of Ministry Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jul 24, 2016

Ministry should be the heart and soul of every Christian. When we minister, we must always find ways to keep on improving because at the end, God will is our judge. In this message we will learn how to do ministry the right way.

Let me start with a quote from Rick Warren. He said, "Faithful servants never retire. You can retire from your career, but you will never retire from serving God." That is true. If you are a faithful servant of the Lord, there is no retirement here on earth because our retirement is in heaven ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:1-36

Denomination: Nazarene

Standing For God’s Truth

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jan 16, 2023

We live in world of compromise where people are letting go of standards, values, and morals to have recognition, position, titles, clout, and prestige. Society has pushed for the lowering of standards with the so-called premise of improving equality, acceptance, and accessibility.

Standing for God’s Truth By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. Psalm 119:1-4 says, “Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the Lord. Blessed are they that keep his testimonies, and that seek him with the whole heart. They also do no iniquity: they walk in his ways. Thou hast ...read more

Scripture: John 18:37-38

Denomination: Apostolic

Do Your Ears Itch?

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Oct 28, 2007

It seems like so many people have been revamping God’s Word lately, to make it less offensive, or more inclusive, or less intrusive into our personal behavior. Many of these people are clergy, which is even more disheartening.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm 19:14) Do your ears itch? It seems like so many people have been revamping the Word of God lately, to ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

It's A Heart Thing

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Oct 24, 2006

In times past the theologians, preachers and teachers have, and to some extent still, teach and preach the behavioral modification of the Christian and how they should live. Though this is not totally wrong, there is a problem with it in its practice. Wha

1 Peter 1:22-25 It’s a heart thing In times past the theologians, preachers and teachers have, and to some extent still, teach and preach the behavioral modification of the Christian and how they should live. Though this is not totally wrong, there is a problem with it in its practice. What needs ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:22-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Integrity: Where Your Word Is Your Bond Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Sep 30, 2006

Integrity is a reputation of trustworthiness that is built up over a period of time and is proven by our behavior, our conduct both in and out of the limelight, both in the public view as well as when no other human is looking.

INTEGRITY: WHERE YOUR WORD IS YOUR BOND Matthew 5:33-37 1. `My boy,’ said the businessman to his son, `there are two things that are essential if you are to succeed in business.’ `What are they, Dad? Asked the boy. `Integrity and sagacity.’ `What is integrity?’ `Always, no matter what, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:33-37, Matthew 5:33

Denomination: United Methodist

Nu Generation Revolution Series

Contributed by William Chaney Jr on Oct 9, 2002

This is thefirst sermon in the Nu Generation Paradigm Series. Central Theme: An intimate and personal relationship with Jesus Christ is the cornerstone and foundation of the Nu Generation church. This produces radical behavior that builds the Body o

The Nu-Generation Revolution Central Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-10 4 As you come to him, the living Stone-- rejected by men but chosen by God and precious to him-- 5 you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist