Sermons on Modest:

How To See More Victories For The Cause Of Christ Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jul 14, 2018

1. We must speak boldly (vs. 8). (How? - With confidence in the Lord and concern for the lost.) 2. We must speak reasonably (vs. 8-9). 3. We must speak persuasively (vs. 8). 4. We must speak persistently (vs. 9-10).

How to See More Victories for the Cause of Christ The Book of Acts - Part 67 Acts 19:8-10 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Revised July 14, 2018 BACKGROUND: *Remember that here in Acts 19, Paul was on his third missionary journey. His team was reaching many people in the city of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Right With God

Contributed by John Hamby on Jul 16, 2018

Two men went to the Temple to pray. One is a religious leader. The other is a dishonest, man who has no qualms about ripping people off for his one advantage. Which of these two do you think is going to leave in a right relationship with God!

“How To Be Right With God.” The Parable of The Pharisee and the Publican” Luke 18:9-14 Two men went to the Temple to pray. One is a regular; in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry Of Maturity

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Aug 2, 2019

To establish that the church must grow in grace and knowledge in all things. That mature men and women of the congregation; can teach, coach and mentor the younger members in the faith. This is a faithful ministry to the youth, teaching both spiritual and social graces.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Ministry of Maturity 2. Mature Men Teachers 3. Mature Women Teachers Remarks. 1. In this study we will discuss the obligation of the older members of the church’s responsibilities: to teach the young members of the congregation, in both spiritual and social graces. This ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-8, Titus 1:5-11, 1 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

All The Trees Of The Field Will Know The Lord

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 24, 2014

To show that only the LORD can promote and demote everyone in earth. Prosperity, success, wealth, riches and promotion only comes from the LORD and not men.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you acknowledge the LORD in everything? in your promotion? in your prosperity and success? in your wealth and riches? in your strength? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that only the LORD can promote and demote everyone in earth. Prosperity, success, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 17:24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Surprise Beginnings Series

Contributed by David Owens on Apr 11, 2016

This is the first sermon in a series on the life of the apostle Paul. We will be looking to become like Jesus by following Paul's example. The primary resource for the series is Charles Swindoll's book Paul: A Man of Grace and Grit.

A. Once a five-year-old named Brian was impressed by the story of Simeon the Stylite, a Syrian hermit who lived in the 5th century. 1. Simeon the Stylite was admired as a saint because he lived for more than 35 years on a platform atop a high pillar. 2. Determined to follow Simeon’s ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do You Have A Servant’s Heart To Use Your Spiritual Gifts?

Contributed by Doug Gorman on Apr 11, 2016

Use your gifts!

1 Timothy 4:14: “Do not neglect the gift that is in you.” Using our gifts to serve God and serve others is something that goes against our natural desire for popularity, influence, and prominence. Our corrupt flesh only wants to oblige itself and it only wants to help others only if ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Following God's Lead Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jun 5, 2016

This sermon is based on Chapter 9 of Charles Swindoll's book, Paul: A Man of Grace and Grit, by Charles Swindoll. We discuss the fact that like Saul and Barnabas, we need to be ready to obey when God calls for the changes in our lives and ministries.

Introduction: A. I want to begin this sermon with a statement from Peter T. Forsythe. 1. I believe he was right on when he said, “The first duty of every soul is to find not its freedom, but its Master.” (Warren W. Wiersbe, The Integrity Crisis, Thomas Nelson Pub., 1991, p. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trans-Generational Value

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Jun 26, 2014

Though necessary, I often find it hard to preach sermons to the women of our church in relation to their role as wives and mothers. Paul had a better idea. Much of such preaching could be done without the pastor. The aged women were to teach the younger!

Trans-Generational Values Mother’s Day Sermon 2014 May 11, 2014 Titus 2:3-5 Titus 2:3-5 The aged women likewise, that they be in behaviour as becometh holiness, not false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things; 4 That they may teach the young women to be sober, to love ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:3-5

Denomination: Baptist

Happiness Is In Your Hands

Contributed by Andy Grossman on Aug 3, 2014

Gives seven helps that will lead you to happiness

“Happiness is in Your Hands” August 3, 2014 I believe that God is a happy God. He is a joyful God. I believe heaven is filled with love and laughter. Angels are singing; saints are shouting in joy; there is a euphoria that we can only dream about. This is the destiny of the Child ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 45:6-8

Denomination: Holiness

Let Us Sing!

Contributed by Dr. Fred W. Penney on Dec 3, 2020

This message is about the song that God puts in our hearts!

Subject: why do we sing?.... How can I keep from singing? Complement: we sing – we celebrate -because he has done so much for us... how can I not sing! Text: Psalm 137 Introduction: Every 7 days I join a choir of voices to sing unto God. I’ve been doing this for over 50 years now... however I’ve ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On The Amount Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 24, 2020

Store God’s money in the right place; see God’s money with the right perspective; and serve the right power. Trust Christ with your life and use God’s money to benefit others.

Next Sunday is the Super Bowl with the Kansas City Chiefs playing for the first time in over 50 years! I’m looking forward to a great game, but also to some great commercials like this Chevy commercial shown during Super Bowl 46 in 2012 (show Chevy Happy Grad: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Np0giKknx0U) ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-24, Psalm 24:1, Luke 13:33-34, Proverbs 23:6

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How To Forgive

Contributed by John Gullick on Oct 4, 2017

A sermon that considers from the story of the unforgiving servant - How to forgive.

Matthew 18:21-35New International Version (NIV) The Parable of the Unmerciful Servant 21 Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?” 22 Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Lord, Teach Me To Pray: Repentance Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jul 25, 2017

A message on Repentace on Prayer. P - Praise, R - Repentance, A- Ask, Y - Yield

Title: Lord, Teach Us To Pray: Repentance Theme: Showing the importance of Repentance in Prayer Text: Matthew 6:5 - 15 Giving Scripture Matthew 6:19-21 "Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal; (20) but lay up for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-15

Denomination: Church Of God

Excellence Excludes Excess Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 5, 2021

Paul says this is what Christian leaders are to be. They are not to be people who get captured by the culture, or by circumstances. They are to be people who are stable and consistent in their commitments regardless of changes in life.

As I read Barbara Shields book Winners-Women And The Nobel Prize, I was so impressed by the life and leadership of Agnes Gunxha, better known as Mother Teresa. As I read of her life and ministry I kept seeing her fulfilling the requirements that Paul lays down for one to be an elder, or leader, in ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-9

Having God On Our Side

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 17, 2022

I guess everyone at some time has thought how nice it would have been to have been born with a “Silver Spoon” in our mouth. This of course, is an expression of being born rich!

America is the land of envy, people from all over the world desire to live here. Other nations are jealous of the wealth God has blessed this nation with. Even the poorest people in this country are envied. Illus: The Census Bureau tells us that in 2003, a family of four is considered to be ...read more

Denomination: Baptist