Sermons on Justify Ourselves:

Building The Hose Of The Lord: A New Beginning

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Feb 26, 2012

Let us dedicate ourselves to building the Hose of the Lord, this new year

New Beginnings – Building the House of God This is the last Sunday of January. Many of us have forgotten the New Year promise card, though Pastor tries to remind us every week. Most of us would have already forgotten about our New Year resolutions. But the fact is that we are still in the ...read more

Scripture: Ezra 3:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What To Do When We Become Overwhelmed Series

Contributed by Greg Irby on Jun 12, 2013

What should we do when we find ourselves overwhelmed

Text: Various Introduction: We have looked at the prophet Elijah over the last several weeks and how that he had become overwhelmed resulting in him running for his life, asking the Lord to take his life. All of us are susceptible to becoming overwhelmed. Just to review briefly remember that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Friends

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Nov 21, 2019

The people we surround ourselves with have a direct impact in our lives.

Friends Proverbs 13:20 He that walketh with wise shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed… ME: I never realized how much power other people have in my life. 1: I thought I picked my friends My friends were all just like me My friends liked the same things as me My little ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:20

Denomination: Other

Christ Prays For Us

Contributed by David Roth on Apr 25, 2020

Christ prays for us, even though we fail to pray for ourselves.

John 17 & Matthew 26 Maundy Thursday, April 9, 2020 J. J. May the words of my mouth, and the meditations of our hearts, be acceptable in Thy sight, O Lord, our Rock and our Redeemer. Amen. “Christ prays for us” The focus of our worship on Maundy Thursday is usually on Our Lord’s ...read more

Scripture: John 17:1-26, Matthew 26:36-46, Romans 8:34

Denomination: Lutheran

Why Being Good Matters Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 4, 2021

We must be vigilant and fight against gratifying ourselves in opposition to the will of God.

Today, I want to talk about “Why Being Good Matters.” And I want to express it in such a way that rebels who repent of their sins have hope. We want to examine our purpose in living against the backdrop of life itself. Not a sanitized view of life that we find in an ivory tower, stained glass ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-12, James 1:27

Denomination: Baptist

The Judged Man

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 11, 2025

In the face of gross sin in others, the tendency may be to see none of it in ourselves.

In the face of gross sin in others, the tendency may be to see none of it in ourselves. We try to deceive ourselves, but this possibility of deception is removed when we face this scripture. Chapter 1, natural creation of the world and natural character of man. In chapter 2, it is no longer a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

A Psalm/Song For When Life Is Scary (Psalm 23:1-6) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Aug 25, 2022

A song to sing, to reassure ourselves that God is a good shepherd, and a gracious host.

This morning, we will work our way through Psalm 23. It's a short psalm, so I want to start just by reading it: (1) A psalm of/for David. Yahweh, My shepherd is. ["Yahweh" is focused] I shall not lack. (2) In green pastures He makes me lie down. ["in green pastures" is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Looking In The Mirror

Contributed by Tamela Walker on Sep 13, 2023

Spiritual Examination is taking a real look within ourselves before the Lord.

Today, we will take a different approach to the message. Allow me to break down one of Michael Jackson’s popular songs that gives reference to these scriptures this morning: A Man in the Mirror I’m gonna make a change, For once in my life, It’s gonna feel real good Gonna make a difference, Gonna ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:34-40, James 1:23-25, Psalm 51:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Transfigure Us

Contributed by The Rev Deniray Mueller on Feb 19, 2023

maybe by transfiguring ourselves we can become what Jesus wants

Matthew 17:1-9 This Wednesday is Ash Wednesday and the beginning of Lent; that makes this Sunday the last Sunday of Epiphany, the Sunday on which we celebrate the transfiguration of Jesus. Jesus' transfiguration marks the pivotal point in his story. Up to this moment, Jesus had gone about ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 17:1-9

Denomination: Episcopal

The Great Commandment PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 3, 2023

Emphasizes the importance of loving God wholeheartedly and loving our neighbors as ourselves.

Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today with hearts full of hope and minds open to the teachings of our Lord. We come together as a community, bound by our shared faith and love for God. Today, we turn our attention to the Gospel of Matthew. In chapters 22, verses 37 to 40, we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:37-40

Topics: Obedience

Prepared For Power

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jul 31, 2002

We must prepare ourselves for the power of God, God is wanting to manifest himself but very often there are things in our lives that are hindering him, Lets learn how to prepare ourselves for his power,.

*The desired and determined end = The revelation and the manifestation of the glory of God. *The requirements (The preparation process). We have too long just assumed that God will do what he wants to do regardless of our participation, The truth is God’s purpose and desire will ultimately be ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:3-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Do You Trust

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Sep 23, 2005

Trusting ourselves is sometimes a dangerous choice. If we only rely on ourselves to solve all our problems we will fail. God’s Word says all our trust should be in Him.

Who do you trust? That is quite a question I think. Its kind of makes me laugh at when I think of everything we trust in. Let’s start out with your day and look at what you trust in. These will be people and objects Ryan’s Day, 6:30 wake up take Sydney out to pee and feed her 6:30 and 30 ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:5-6

Denomination: Wesleyan

Avoiding Comparison Traps

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Apr 17, 2008

We are always comparing ourselves to each other. we should: 1. Stop comparing ourselves to each other 2. Not resist Godly change 3. Know who we are in Jesus Christ

4/20/2008 AVOIDING THE COMPARISON TRAP 2 CORINTHIANS 10:12-18 INTRO- THIS MORNING I WANT TO TALK TO YOU ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:12-18

Denomination: Nazarene

Whose Got Rhythm? Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Nov 16, 2009

While there are basic competancies that promote an emotionally healthy spirituality, there are also competancies that help us move outside of ourselves. Without getting outside of ourselves we will stunt our growth emotionally and spiritually.

Back to School Whose Got Rhythm? Psalm 119:161-168 November 22, 2009 Who has rhythm? Rhythm is a part of life. It is literally in our hearts. In our last sermon of this series, I want to leave you with the encouragement to intentionally develop a spiritual rhythm in your life. This is where you ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:161-168

Denomination: Church Of God

The Leprosy Exchange Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 30, 2017

When we humble ourselves, we can draw near to God and be blessed by Him. When we elevate ourselves or self-interest, we are driven from Him and under his discipline.

The Leprosy Exchange (2 Kings 5:1-27) 1. Probably every one of us thinks, “I hope I never get to a condition where other people have to take care of me because I am bedfast.” 2. But the future is unknown, and life can take a sudden turn. Take Charles Krauthammer, a political analyst many ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible