Sermons on Lifestyle Expectations:

Persecuted: Why? Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on May 1, 2023

The Beatitudes are a beautiful picture of the character of Christ and of consecrated Christians. Why would such a lifestyle depicted in the first seven beatitudes provoke persecution rather than admiration and esteem?

Intro In our study of the Beatitudes, we come to the eighth beatitude. It is recorded in Matthew 5:10: “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, For theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”i The reward declared in this final beatitude is the same as declared in the first ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, John 10:1-32, Ephesians 6:12, Proverbs 29:27, Luke 4:1-34, Ephesians 5:1-6, Acts 3:12-19, Acts 2:1-20, Acts 4:1-12, Matthew 10:32-36, 2 Corinthians 5:1-20, Mark 16:15-16, Matthew 28:11-20, Matthew 5:13-16, John 15:1-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Action Of Surrender Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on May 2, 2007

Christianity as a lifestyle, a relationship with Jesus; exists, is one of surrender. And this is the concept – Christian Surrender that I would like to look at biblically this morning. What does it mean to be surrendered to Christ?

THE MARTYR’S OATH The Action Of Surrender Romans 9:16-21 INTRODUCTION: This morning, we continue our series of the Martyr’s Oath. Christianity as a lifestyle, a relationship with Jesus; exists, is one of surrender. And this is the concept – Christian Surrender that I would like to look at ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Illumination: Hearing From God Series

Contributed by David Beirne on May 19, 2005

Part 6 of The SPIRIT-Led Lifestyle. Can I really hear from God? Will He speak to me in a way I can understand?

The SPIRIT-led Lifestyle (Part 6) For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, these are children of God. Romans 8:14 Illumination: Hearing From God 1 Corinthians 2:9-16 Illumination: direct communication from God to you. Can God really speak to me? Can I really hear Him? The Possibility of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

Be Reconciled!

Contributed by Robert Harmon on Jul 31, 2009

The ministry of reconciliation isn’t just something that we accept when we first believe. It is a lifestyle Christians need to be living 24/7.

I. INTRODUCTION A. It seems Christians these days like a good book series or plan of action from Christian authors. 1. I remember when everyone was experiencing God. 2. Then there was a period when people were afraid they might get left behind, and grew ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Walk By Faith, Not By Sight

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 14, 2016

To give pattern of living, our lifestyle here on earth must be faith and not by our five physical senses that we use to relate to the inhabitants of this world.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you walking by faith? Yes. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To give pattern of living, our lifestyle here on earth must be faith and not by our five physical senses that we use to relate to the inhabitants of this world. IV. TEXT: 2 Corinthians 5:7 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lust & Chastity Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 12, 2012

A Christian view of sexuality. Lust happens when attraction becomes an overpowering factor in one's life. Chastity is a positive lifestyle marked by self-control.

A cartoon depicts two guys in Hell, and one says to the other: “I was under the impression that what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas.” All of the deadly sins we’ve been studying are distorted or excessive attachments to good things. We make them bad. When life revolves around ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Denomination: Congregational

God Looks To The Faithful

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Jan 16, 2013

When society contains people of opposing beliefs and lifestyles, it’s easy to get confused and start thinking that tolerance is the same as approval.

Pastor Allan Kircher Shell Point Baptist Church 6 January 2012 Judges 2:11,4:1, 6:1, 8:33, 13:1; 1 Cor. 1:27-29 God looks to the faithful Read the headlines: Family feud leaves 69 brothers dead! Powerful Government leader caught in “love Nest.” Gang rape leads to victim’s ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Walking In Wisdom Series

Contributed by Lanny Smith on Mar 1, 2020

A powerful "Jesus Only" lifestyle is characterized by our behavior, our prayer and our speech. Paul concludes Colossians with this emphatic reminder.

Walk In Wisdom  To hear the sermon, please go to my podcast at: https://www.buzzsprout.com/697261/2238320 Intro: • Holiday stress. • Good timing as we finish Colossians today. • Paul’s practical advice on a “Jesus-only” lifestyle in terms of how we deal with the world around us. Pray ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6, 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Where Is Meaning? Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 27, 2023

Today many are re-evaluating the lifestyle of seeking pleasure. The rich and famous are coming to the same conclusion of another rich and famous person Solomon, “meaningless”.

People try all avenues to bring meaning and purpose to their life. I said to myself, “Come now, I will test you with pleasure to find out what is good.” But that also proved to be meaningless. (Ecclesiastes 2:1) You name any field, professional sports, business, politics and if you do just a ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Choice Between Life And Death

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Sep 14, 2020

The choice of life and death is in your hands. Nobody can make that decision for you. Your lifestyle on earth determines where you will spend eternity.

“Now listen! Today I am giving you a choice between life and death, between prosperity and disaster...Today I have given you the choice between life and death, between blessings and curses. Now I call on heaven and earth to witness the choice you make. Oh, that you would choose life, so that you ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:15, Deuteronomy 30:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Freedom In Christ

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 23, 2021

Our identity is in Christ. Christianity is a lifestyle not a plaque we put on the wall. there are alot of people who claim they are Christians but their lives are not bearing fruit of it.

Freedom in Christ Galatians 3:1-29 Prayer- Introduction- Where’s your identity? That is the question that I asked a group that got together recently. Is your identity a passport? Where someone looks at you and your passport to make sure that you are the same person? A doctor matching DNA? ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-29

Denomination: Nazarene

Pentecost: The Evidence Of The Holy Ghost

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 6, 2025

The coming of the Holy Ghost is not just a spiritual event but a transformational experience that changes a person’s nature, lifestyle, and power to live as a true witness of Christ.

PENTECOST: THE EVIDENCE OF THE HOLY GHOST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Acts 1:8 Supporting Texts: Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 8:14-16, John 16:13-14, 1 Corinthians 12:7-11 INTRODUCTION: The coming of the Holy Ghost is not just a spiritual event but a transformational experience that changes ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8, Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 8:14-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Things Above Vs. Everyday Idolatry

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jun 12, 2025

Once we used to live in worldliness, but our lives in Jesus are now different. This means we are dead to the old lifestyle and are now alive in Christ.

Reviewing Col. 2:9-23, we realize that in Christ: Dwells all the fullness of the Godhead (verse 9), being the head of all principalities and power (10) We are complete (verse 10) We were circumcised spiritually – without hands, cutting off the works of the flesh – sin (verse 11) We died and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9-23, Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Getting A (Prayer) Life Series

Contributed by David Flowers on May 3, 2005

Part 5 in series, "Learning to Pray," this message examines prayer not as a discrete moment of communication with God, but as stemming from a lifestyle of awareness of His presence and access to His power.

Getting a (Prayer) Life Learning to Pray, prt. 5 Feb. 17, 2005 Ever tried to start a new habit? What kinds of habits do we often begin and then find we can’t keep at it? (solicit responses) Let me give you my top seven habits I begin again and again and again but never seem to stick with, but ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:14

Denomination: Free Methodist

Godly Men

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Sep 28, 2015

There are many men today that are living godless lives and not even thinking about it. But why? Being godly is not for the week. Being godly is a lifestyle for every manly man in Christ.

1 Corinthians 16:13 ESV Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong. There are many men today that are living godless lives and not even thinking about it. But why? The reality is that for many men, although they would not dare say this, godliness is useless! I wholeheartedly ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational