Sermons on Loss Of Self:

Freedom For The Soul Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jul 20, 2006

Having a right attitude toward our possessions/being to give generously sets the soul free to grow and love.

True Spirituality Series Freedom for Your Soul Matthew 6:1-4 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO A couple of months ago, the AARP magazine carried an interesting interview with Katie Couric. You know her as the host of the NBC Today Show. In 1998 Katie ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sermon # 21 - There Is Hope Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 20, 2025

Job was struck with tragedy and loss like no one could ever imagine. Yet, Job could praise God and his faith in God was unshakeable. Through all the storms and trials that come our way, let’s hold on because Jesus our Redeemer lives and He is our protector, refuge and fortress.

We read in Job 1:1, “There was a man in the land of Uz, whose name was Job. And that man was blameless and upright, and one who feared God and turned aside from evil.” (AFV) The testimony about Job The bible when describing about this man called Job, introduces him as one who was blameless, ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1, 1 Thessalonians 5:22, Job 1:14-19, Job 1:20-22, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

Keeping Grace In Bounds?

Contributed by Jason Patrick on Jan 12, 2002

Arrogance destroys our walk with Christ because any notion of self-sufficiency pertaining to righteousness distorts the power and necessity of God’s grace in all of our lives.

“Keeping Grace in Bounds” / Luke 19:1-10 Proper 25, Year C, Downsville Baptist Church (4 November 2001) As Mr. Zachary Allens walked into Main Street Baptist Church a couple of minutes late last Sunday evening, he was greeted by scowls and low whispers. Nobody liked Zach Allens, and everybody ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Forgotten Forgiveness

Contributed by Keith Linkous on Sep 5, 2001

For believers, this is the sadest thing that could ever happen. This message causes a self evaluation as to how well we remember that we are saved by grace, and owe our lives to God.

Psalms 32:1-2 and 2 Peter 1:2-9 It really shouldn’t surprise us at the great lengths the Bible speaks of forgiveness. Our entire message, faith, belief, and life is based on that one thing: forgiveness. And in the Bible, in all the various ways forgiveness is discussed, there stands out, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-2, 2 Peter 1:2-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Touch That Transformed

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Feb 16, 2003

Every Christian must ultimately decide whether they will continue to follow their own self-devised path or make full commitment to Christ, and that decision is often made in the midst of a crisis.

The Touch That Transformed Text: Gen.32: 30-31 Intro: A study in the life of Jacob, the son of Isaac, reveals much about human nature. More importantly, it reveals many spiritual truths about the Christian’s walk with God that need to be acknowledged and applied to daily life. I won’t take ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:30-31

Denomination: Baptist

Little Bo Pete Series

Contributed by Joseph Rodgers on Mar 22, 2004

The third message in an Easter series looking at the life of Peter. In particular, how we struggle with some of the same issues he did because of our attidue of self-sufficiency.

The Passion of Christ March 21, 2004 Little Bo Pete – Mt. 26:33-54 Sunday AM Intro: Little Bo Pete lost some sleep b/c he didn’t trust the Savior Got out of the boat, and almost did float instead he only got soaked Little Bo Pete lost some sleep b/c he didn’t hear the Savior Was there in the night ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-38, Matthew 26:33-54

Denomination: Baptist

Take Up Your Cross

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Mar 24, 2004

Inspired by "The Passion of the Christ" demonstrates how because of Christ’s suffering our life is not our own--and we must die to self, sin, and this world.

Take Up Your Cross Having recently seen the movie the Passion of the Christ several times, I’ve been reflecting on the meaning of the Passion. Of course, I know that the purpose of Christ’s death was to bring forgiveness of sin. But at the same time, I wondered what the purpose could be in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Never Invite God To A Pity Party

Contributed by Jeffrey Samelson on Sep 1, 2004

When we’re tempted to focus on everything that’s wrong in our lives, God directs us back to him and leaves us no room for self-pity.

July 11, 2004 — Sixth Sunday after Pentecost Christ Lutheran Church, Columbia, MD Pastor Jeff Samelson 1 Kings 19:14-21 Never Invite God to a Pity Party I. He Won’t Agree with You II. He Won’t Let You Wallow III. He Won’t Leave You Alone Grace and peace to you from God our Father and from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:14-21

Denomination: Lutheran

How Can The Lord Help One Overcome Personal Lusts?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2006

Radio personality Paul Harvey tells the story of how an Eskimo kills a wolf. The account is grisly, yet it offers fresh insight into the consuming, self-destructive nature of sin.

How Can the Lord Help One Overcome Personal Lusts? by Paul Fritz 1 Corinthians 6:18-6:20 How Can the Lord Help One Overcome Personal Lusts? How can I control my physical desires? ILlustration:While my wife and I were shopping at a mall kiosk, a shapely young woman in a short, form-fitting ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Dieing To Live

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Oct 17, 2004

The world teaches us to only consider Me, Mysel, and I. Let us dethrone self as God deny ourselves and take up our cross and follow Jesus.

Dieing To Live At a party a woman said this: “My husband and I managed to be happy together for 20 years. I guess this is because we’re both in love with the same person.” The husband of this marriage is a picture of the self absorbed and self-centered society we have today . The wife even ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24

Denomination: Baptist

Qualities Of A Caring Fellowship

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 22, 2004

God wants to add to your fellowship, family and church the following areas: A greater sense of SIGNIFICANCE, STIMULATION, SUPPORT, STABILITY, SELF-EXPRESSIVE CONFIDENCE, SATISFACTION, SPIRITUAL DEPTH.

Qualities of a Caring Fellowship As we have opportunity, let us do good to all. --Galatians 6:10 A rainbow is a sign of God’s promise never again to destroy the earth by a flood (Gen. 9:11-17). But that was little comfort to the people of Grand Forks, North Dakota, in April of 1997. Eight ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Make A U-Turn In The Road Of Life

Contributed by James May on May 6, 2007

If we want God’s blessings we must make a U-Turn in life. Turn from serving self and living for the devil to serve God and live for Him.

Make a U-Turn in the Road of Life By Pastor Jim May Making your life into what it should be can be compared to building a house in many ways. Each day is another building block; each hour another board; and everything we do becomes another nail in the life we build. Has the life you’ve been ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Disciples With Discipline Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006

Self-denial and spiritual discipline are not popular topics in today’s culture. But a Christianity without a cross is not Christianity at all. This sermon launches a fifty day focus on spiritual disciplines.

Disciples with Discipline (Fifty Days of Consecration #1) 1 Corinthians 9:24-27[1] 3-20-05 Introduction This morning we want to prepare for the Fifty Days of Consecration that begins next Sunday. The fifty days begins on Easter (March 27th) and will conclude on the Day of Pentecost (May 15th). ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Charismatic

Assurance Of Salvation

Contributed by Michael King on Jul 20, 2003

We can self examine ourselves to determine our relationship with God and to know with certainty weather we are saved or not by displaying Three attitudes that Jesus Himself gives us.

Assurance of Salvation Sometime when you’re in an airport, observe the difference between passengers who hold confirmed tickets and those who are on standby. The ones with confirmed tickets read newspapers, chat with their friends or sleep. The ones ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-5, Luke 18:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Live Until You Die, Die Until You Live

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 23, 2009

We admire those who pursue life goals as long as they can; but our calling is to die to self. It will mean a change of values and of attitudes, but it will give us true life.

I’m pretty sure that we can make a case for living until we die. It would not take a lot of effort to convince one another that we can approach life with gusto, squeezing every ounce of juice out. There’s a strong compulsion in us to extract all the value and the vitality we can get out from ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Baptist