Sermons on Inner Vows:

Successful Prayer

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 13, 2021

If success is pleasing God, and God is not pleased with all kinds of external forms and activities, where the heart is far from him, than it follows that the only road to spiritual success is the road to inner space.

Henry Brown prayed for a way to escape. He was a slave in Richmond, Virginia, and desperately wanted to be free. He finally felt his prayer was answered when he was inspired by a unique idea. He had the plantation carpenter construct a box the same size of the largest boxes that were shipped in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-8

God's Favor Does Not Mean A Straight Line Lesson 5 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 24, 2023

Hard times and trials do not mean loss of God’s favor. God’s favor means His presence, His guidance, His work through you, and your inner strength.

A. INTRODUCTION: WHAT GOD’S FAVOR IS NOT 1. Even in prison. “The Lord was with Joseph and showed him mercy and gave him favor” (Genesis 39:21). 2. Joseph’s road down: a. Joseph’s favored status with his father. “Now Israel loved Joseph more than all his children” (Genesis 37:3). Favoritism ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:21, Genesis 39:21

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Right Question?

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Oct 6, 2021

The rich young ruler ran up to Jesus and asked Him what he had to do to get eternal life. Jesus not only looked at his outward appearance but his inner being.

October 10, 2021 Sermon Title: What is the right question? Scripture Text: Mark 10:17-31 There are many things we can disagree on but drug and alcohol is not normally one of them. Here is just some of the information. Despite the rise in opioid addictions, alcohol abuse is the most ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Blessed Are The Peacemakers?

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Aug 23, 2022

Peacemakers are called the Sons of God because they have been given new hearts through the work of grace to reflect the peace of Christ to a hurting world, for those who bring the message of God’s peace to the world are "peacemakers," and Jesus calls them "The Children of God."

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Matthew 5: 9) "Blessed are the peacemakers; for they shall be called the children of God” (Proverbs 12:20) "Deceit is in the heart of those who devise evil, But counselors of peace have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9, Romans 12:14-19, Matthew 5:11-12, 1 John 1:9, Psalm 19:14, John 3:16-17, Romans 8:1-2, Proverbs 12:20, Hebrews 12:14, Romans 12:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Self-Control

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 25, 2025

Self-control is a crucial virtue that every believer must cultivate. Without it, a person is vulnerable to sin, emotional outbursts, and spiritual failure. It is not merely about suppressing desires but about bringing them under the lordship of Christ.

THE POWER OF SELF-CONTROL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 25:28 – “He that hath no rule over his own spirit is like a city that is broken down, and without walls.” Supporting Texts: Galatians 5:22-23, 2 Timothy 1:7, Titus 2:11-12, 1 Corinthians 9:25-27, James ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:28, Galatians 5:22-23, 2 Timothy 1:7, Titus 2:11-12, 1 Corinthians 9:25-27, James 1:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Commands Material And Workmanship Of His Dwelling Place With Israel Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Feb 8, 2003

We will go over the inner, outer, and covering of the Tabernacle that God sets up with HIS separate nation, under HIS soverign leadership. Walk with us today as Moses gets the commands for this dwelling place.

God commands Material and Workmanship of HIS Dwelling place with Israel Material and Workmanship--Inner Material and Workmanship--Inner Material and Workmanship—Cover DBF Sunday Sermon, February 9, 2003, Exodus 26:1-14 God has created such an intricate design when HE created our bodies. We are ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 26:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Peace Boulevard Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Oct 8, 2008

The Biblical word "peace" [Greek ~ Irene] signifies far more than merely the absence of war. It carries the idea of completeness and wholeness. It conveys a sense of inner-satisfaction and fulfillment. It communicates the idea of contentment and serenity.

Opening illustration: A four-year-old and a six-year-old presented their mom with a houseplant. They had used their own money to buy it and she was thrilled. The older of them said with a sad face, "There was a bouquet at the flower shop that we wanted to give you. It was real pretty but it was too ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Tests Of Real Religion Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 28, 2009

Receptivity to the Word & responsiveness to its revelation must be coupled with a new way of living. One must continuously surrender in obedience to & constant practice of the Word. For inner spiritual devotion to Christ as Lord will be demonstrated by me

JAMES 1:26-27 THE TESTS OF REAL RELIGION We have been studying about being receptive to the Word and responsive to its teachings. Receptivity to the Word and responsiveness to its revelation must be coupled with a new way of living. One must continuously surrender to obedience and constant ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Awaken Conscience Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Oct 10, 2011

The sin nature that remains within the believer & wants to express itself in his beliefs, thoughts, and actions. There is an internal conflict in the area of sanctification that every believer faces. This inner conflict is intensified for those who seek

ROMANS 7: 7-14 THE AWAKEN CONSCIENCE A believer is to understand that his identification with Jesus Christ means that he has died to sin (6:2) and then he is to reckon or take hold of (appropriate) that as true (6:11) in his daily life. For there is a force within him will need to be deal ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:7-14

Denomination: Baptist

Letters To Leaders- Character Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 6, 2019

Leaders must be aware of how they live life. Conduct, ethics, habits, actions all reflect the inner life we have with God. Our ethics show us what our theology is.

INTRODUCTION • MOVIE CLIP • SLIDE #1 • Today as we continue with our Letters to Leaders series, we will delve into a subject that is important for all of us to consider. • When we dig into our text today, it will appear that we are talking about one thing, when we are actually talking about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Religion Without Reality Series

Contributed by Don Emmitte on Aug 11, 2014

Many people seem to be content to trust their own efforts and religious practices to make them acceptable before God. We need to be aware that religious activities are only good when they express an inner reality.

Religion Without Reality Romans 2:17-29 Romans Series (Part 6) Sermon by Don Emmitte, Grace Restoration Ministries Take Your Bibles Please… But if you call yourself a Jew and rely on the law and boast in God ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29

Denomination: Baptist

The Word Of God Revives Us Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 12, 2013

This section is structured by the powerful effects of God's Word. It revives the soul, imparts inner strength, guides into truth, & enlarges the heart. So our psalmist reveals his condition, then confesses that God's Word is the answer.

PSALM 119: 25-32 [The Ministry of The Word Series] THE WORD OF GOD REVIVES US [2 Corinthians 12:1-10] This section is structured by the powerful effects of God's Word. It revives the soul (v. 25); it imparts inner strength (v. 28); it guides into truth (v. 30); and it enlarges the heart (v; ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Queen Esther Sermon V: Courageous Act Of Risking One's Life Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jun 24, 2020

In times of turmoil, women of inner strength act in good faith in their dealings with everyone concerned about a bad situation, but doing the right thing can be risky and may require summoning courage to rise with danger.

ESTHER: COURAGEOUS ACT OF RISKING HER LIFE “Heavy, heavy hangs over thy head. What shall the owner do to redeem the forfeit?” Did you ever play a game of “forfeits” in which participants put personal belongings in a pile, a designated “judge” would ...read more

Scripture: Esther 7:1-10

Hope In God's Faithfulness Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 8, 2023

Psalm 42:5 encourages us to reflect on our inner struggles and, like the psalmist, choose to put our hope in God. In Him, we find an unshakable anchor, a source of unwavering hope

"Hope in God's Faithfulness" Introduction: Greetings, dear congregation. Today, we turn our hearts to Psalm 42:5 in the New Living Translation, which provides a message of hope and trust in the midst of life's trials. Point 1: The Cry of the Soul Scripture: Psalm 42:5a (NLT) - ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:5, Lamentations 3:22-23, Isaiah 66:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Consolation Of Confession

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Jun 28, 2004

It seems to be one of mankind’s innate flaws--the tendency to hide his sin and wrong. But concealing our sin solves nothing. Only by confession can we hope to experience inner peace and relief.

THE CONSOLATION OF CONFESSION Text: I John 1: 9; Ps.32: 5 Intro: As you listened to that title you may have thought to yourself that the ideas of consolation and confession simply don’t go together. After all, we don’t normally think of confession in a positive light. The idea of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:9

Denomination: Baptist