Sermons on Live Above The Flesh:

The Most Religious Person I Know

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jun 3, 2008

The problem and solution to Legalism & Self-Imposed Religion

I. PROBLEM OF JEWISH LEADERS IMPOSING RULES OF CONFORMITY ON COLOSIANS A. New Gentile Christians – struggling to wrap their brains around new-found faith B. Warning About Jewish Leaders 1. “Let no one judge you…” “Let no one cheat you…” (v. 16,18) 2. They are intrusive into things they have not ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Judged By My Own Actions Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 15, 2017

A study of the continual struggle each believer faces as the Spirit confronts the flesh.

“If it had not been for the law, I would not have known sin. For I would not have known what it is to covet if the law had not said, ‘You shall not covet.’ But sin, seizing an opportunity through the commandment, produced in me all kinds of covetousness. For apart from the law, sin lies dead. I ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:7-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Strongman - Pt. 4 - Living Scary Or Living Hairy? Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Apr 27, 2013

Comic book character? Superhuman? Incredibly strong. Incredibly flawed. The Strongman teaches us strong lessons.

Living Scary Or Living Hairy? I. Introduction We have been talking about and examining the 4 chapter account of the The Strongman! An Old Testament Superman like individual who had great moments of strength and greater moments of weakness. Otherworldly strong and ironically real world weak. In ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:16-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

Learning To Live Beyond The Norm, Living The Life Of Joy!

Contributed by Jacob Ricker on Sep 8, 2011

Knowing what it means to live a life of Joy

I. Thomas Jefferson penned these great words: “We hold these Truths to be self-evident, that all men are create equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness” as part of our Declaration of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Is The Heart Of A Disciple? Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Oct 24, 2005

Comparison of Peter and Judas shows that a true disciple: holds to belief, not doubt; listens to the Word, not the world; lives by the Spirit, not the flesh.

Discipleship Series # 4 (#3 unavailable) What is the Heart of a Disciple? John 6, 13, 15 SCRIPTURE READING: John 6: 60-71 INTRODUCTION: Imagine a church that grows from a dozen members to well over 5,000 --- in just 3 years. They have strong leaders, enthusiastic members, and a fantastic ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-71

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

2020 Vision For The New Year

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 6, 2020

New Year is a good time to refocus ourselves. In this new year's sermon, I suggest seven priorities for the new year that will give us 20/20 vision.

Introduction: A. Happy New Year! This is 2020!! And today is the first Sunday of 2020! 1. It is hard to believe we are beginning the third decade of the 21st Century! 2. For many people the first week in January is the most depressing week of the year. 3. The holidays are over, the family and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fatal Attraction Part 4 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 12, 2015

Tenth message from 1 John with continuing discussion on not loving the world.

“A Dangerous Love” Pt 4 (Fatal Attraction) 1 John 2:15-17 The verses of Scripture we have been exploring are no all that complicated. The message is simple. Do not love the world nor the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

You Have Never Read The Gerasene Demoniac’s Story Like This.

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jan 24, 2014

The Gerasene demoniac is a true story and not a parable with much to encourage us; there are even some funny features within, somewhere between a political cartoon and a graphic novel. Read on … and you will see the bizarre from beginning to end.

1 Kings 19:1-4, (5-7), 8-15a Psalm 42 and 43 Galatians 3:23-29 Luke 8:26-39 Summary: The Gerasene demoniac is a true story and not a parable with much to encourage us; there are even some funny features within, somewhere between a political cartoon and a graphic novel. Read on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Episcopal

Use Your Assets Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jun 16, 2015

With Jesus at the helm of his life's ship Paul had a bountiful supply of assets for living above his circumstances.

“Living a Joy-full Life; Use Your Assets” Phil. 1:12-30 In Acts chapter 3 John and Peter are about to enter the temple courts when a crippled beggar asks them for money. Peter’s response is fabulous! “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I have I give you. In the name of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Exalted Christ

Contributed by Steve Klein on May 19, 2015

Philippians 2:5-11 teaches that, although Jesus existed in the form of God, He humbled Himself to obey His Father and die on the cross. Because of this, God the Father has exalted Jesus above every name and reign. All are obliged to give homage to Him!

The Exalted Christ Intro: The level of glory and majesty Jesus experienced on earth as a man was not what it had been before His incarnation, nor what it would be after His resurrection. John 17:5 gives us a glimpse of the difference before, during and after His earthly life -- "And now, O ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Power In Weakness

Contributed by Michael Cotie on Mar 13, 2014

We are told that when we are humble then God will exalt us we will have Power in Weakness

Power in Weakness Sunday 04/28/2013 Intro: God’s Power rest upon us as believers. When is the Power of God resting upon us at its strongest point? Paul says in 2 Corinthians 12:9b “for My (God’s) strength is made perfect in weakness”. Who’s weakness? The Power of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9

Denomination: Baptist

You Must Be Born Again

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on May 23, 2018

Is "born again" ab outdated term?

You Must Be Born Again John 3:1-17 The term “born again” seems to be well known. It is so well known that it has become timeworn. Celebrities like Bob Dylan went through a “born again” phase. But is this even a proper translation of the Greek? Should we, as many suggest, retire the term and find ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Am Thankful For ... The Baptism Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Nov 11, 2019

This is the 2nd in a series of sermon - I am Thankful for (grace being the 1st) This sermon deals with the beauty and majesty of the Baptism of the Holy Spirit

Scripture: Mark 1:1-11; John 7:37-39 Theme: Baptism of the Holy Spirit Title: I am Thankful for … the Baptism of the Holy Spirit INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! This month we are looking at things for which we are thankful. Last week we look at the subject ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-11, John 7:37-39, John 14:12-14, John 16:8-15, Galatians 5:25-26, Romans 8:26-27, Mark 16:15-18, 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, John 3:3, John 3:5-7, John 17:20-23, Acts 2:29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Good Christian Means: Walking On Water? No - Walking In Wisdom? Yes

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Aug 19, 2018

Paul's insight to daily Christian Life

Weekend Message/Devotion Ephesians 5:15-20 August 19, 2018 Being A Good Christian Means: Walking on Water? No - Walking in Wisdom? Yes Paul has this way of hammering a point, doesn’t he? No beating around the bush here. Todays New Testament Reading begins at verse fifteen, chapter ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking With God Is No Leisurely Stroll Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Sep 13, 2004

#2 in my Romans 8 - What a Way to Live! series, this focuses on walking according to the flesh or the Spirit, essentially, selfishness or obedience.

Romans 8:5-9 – Walking with God is No Leisurely Stroll I read a true story that happened some time ago at a hospital in Montreal. Apparently, there was a 73-year-old hospital patient who insisted on lighting a cigarette while hooked to an oxygen supply, causing a small explosion. The woman, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-9

Denomination: Baptist