Sermons on motivation to do right: showing 571-585 of 209,889

I Have My Rights!!! Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Jul 2, 2017

We live in nation of "rights" but if my rights conflict with yours we can end up in court, in a church split or in a family division. How do we avoid letting our desire to defend our rights to ruin our lives?

OPEN: I’m going to read from the words of an ancient document. When I’m finished I’m going to ask you what document these words are from (we put the words up on the screen and underlined the word “Rights” in the passage): “When in the Course of human events it becomes necessary for one people to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Making Decisions And Getting Them Right Series

Contributed by Steve Taylor on Aug 3, 2006

Describes questions that we can ask to deal with answering whether or not it is okay to do something.

Making Decisions and Getting Them Right New Friendship Baptist Church July 31, 2006 1 Corinthians 10:23-33 Being a minister, I get asked a number of questions that other people do not get asked. One of the questions I get asked the most, right behind “Will you say the blessing so we can eat?” is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:23-33

Denomination: Baptist

Dorcus The Doer Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 20, 2021

When it comes t winning prizes for creativity with thread and needle, women have it sewed up, and we want to focus our attention on a woman who sewed herself right into the fabric of biblical history. Dorcas is her name, and her needle was her fame.

Grace Synder was born in 1885 and grew up on a lonely prairie in Nebraska. She lived in a sod house that cost about twelve dollars to build. Water was scarce, and so they used their Saturday night bath water to water the flowers. There was not much to do, and so Grace took up quilting. She ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:36-43

Why Does Sin Seem So Right? Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Mar 15, 2006

This sermon looks at the question of sin in our lives and why do we continue to do it.

Why Does Sin Seem so Right? Dear God letter Research on sin and the Devil Barna numbers: 2005 60% of adults say Satan is not a living being 46% of born again believers deny Satan’s existence 73% of Catholics say the Devil doesn’t exist See the problem Sin is a Part of Who We Are! Spiritually ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Found In The Right Field

Contributed by Rodney Kelley on Sep 10, 2008

Ruth met her redeemer and enjoyed the benefits of the being in the right field

In the first chapter of Ruth, we find Ruth’s acceptance of the God of Naomi by faith. She rejected the false gods of Moab and declared to Naomi, thy God will be my God. We must reflect on the Condition of Ruth. •She was poor - absolutely no supply •She was a widow - no security •She was ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing The Right Road

Contributed by James May on Dec 30, 2001

As we come to the end of this year and face the year 2002, there are pathways ahead that we must choose to walk upon. Let’s be sure that we choose the right way.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:16-17, Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Anger - Right & Wrong

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Feb 23, 2001

We have always pictured Jesus as the tender Lamb of God - the One who is always loving & compassionate. It is hard for us to imagine Him as one who is angry.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER CENTRAL CHRISTIAN, BROWNSVILLE, TX ILL. There is no need for me to tell you that during the past few months our nation has been embroiled in bitter controversy. We have heard terrible allegations & angry words, & experienced the frustration of trying to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Future Focus Motivates Present Faithfulness Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 28, 2018

Part four considering how a future focus motivates present faithfulness

“Future Focus Present Faithfulness” Pt 4 Review Contemplating our future heavenly existence greatly affects our present service. Scripture requires us to maintain a clear heavenly focus in order to manage a consistent earthly walk. We enter and keep running this present grueling race of faith ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4, Hebrews 12:12-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Gleaning In The Right Field Series

Contributed by Grant Adams on Jan 21, 2022

As impoverished women in that ancient culture, Naomi and Ruth had few options for earning a living. Naomi desires for her to glean in the relative, Boaz's field.

I. The Cousin of Naomi 1. Ruth 2:1 2. Naomi has a kinsman of the family of Elimelech whose name was Boaz. 3. He was a mighty man of wealth. 4. Boaz was mighty in fortune, fame and in fight. 5. Boaz was not a weakling. II. The Consent for Gleaning 1. Ruth 2:2 2. The first change is seen in the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Future Focus Motivates A Present Faithfulness Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jul 28, 2018

Part 5 in our consideration of how a future focus motivates present faithfulness.

Future Focus Present Faithfulness Series Pt 5 “Pursuing Peace with ALL Men” Scripture insists we continually maintain an eternal focus -- Colossians 3:1-4 Keep seeking the things above…Set your mind on the things above, not on the things that are on earth. Why? For you have died and your life is ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Joy Of Right Relationships

Contributed by David Cook on Sep 6, 2010

5 ways to experience the joy of right relationships.

Intro: The purpose of my sermon this morning is to lay before you the joy of Christians being in right relationships with one another. One of my favorite Christian leaders is Dr. Frank Page, President elect of the SBC Executive Committee. He said this week, “even though "pessimism, fear, ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 22:1-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Motive For Christ's Death Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jul 21, 2013

A sermon examining the sacrifice of the Lord Jesus.

THE MOTIVE FOR CHRIST’S DEATH 1 Corinthians 15:3 Imagine the scene: the Sinless Son of God hangs on a cross, rusty spikes have been driven through His hands and feet. Blood pours from His brow where a cruel crown of thorns has been placed. The flesh on His back hangs like ribbons from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:3

Denomination: Baptist

"What Do You Seek?"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 22, 2006

Jesus asks a very pertinent question of us all. He already knows the answer, so what does that tell us about His motive in asking?

Also John 18:4, 20:15 “And Jesus turned and saw them following, and said to them, “What do you seek?” They said to Him, “Rabbi (which translated means Teacher), where are You staying?” 1:38 I have wished, in the past that some evangelistic Christian would sit down and have a long talk with Paul ...read more

Scripture: John 1:38

Denomination: Orthodox

The Right Way To Fast Series

Contributed by Boomer Phillips on Oct 2, 2023

This message looks at what Jesus has to say about our physical appearance when fasting. The way we present ourselves physically can speak volumes about the inner man. Who are we trying to impress when we fast? Jesus or the people around us?

I have entitled our message this morning, “The Right Way to Fast.” Jesus both practiced fasting and taught about it; and yet, fasting is something that is often feared and misunderstood. In many Christian circles, you rarely even hear about fasting; and yet, the Scripture mentions it more times ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Right Kind Of Laughter Series

Contributed by Jeffery Richards on Mar 14, 2003

What are your expectations and reactions to God’s work in your life?

THE RIGHT KIND OF LAUGHTER GENESIS 17:17; 21:1-8 There are times in our life when we laugh because of disbelief… “I am going to give you a million dollars….” “Yeah, right, ha ha.” And there are other times when we laugh because of joy. Something happens so good that our response is just a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 17:17, Genesis 21:1-8

Denomination: Baptist