Sermons on Negative Habits:

The Power Of Praise

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Feb 20, 2008

This sermon emphasis is on developing a lifestyle of praise.

In this lesson, we will refer to praise as “thanksgiving, praise and worship.” They are not the same thing, but there is an overlap. The emphasis will be on developing a lifestyle of praise. Psalm 34:1-3 (Amplified) I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rewiring The Heart: When Purity Becomes Pleasure Again

Contributed by Charles Payne on Oct 22, 2025

his sermon explores how God does more than forgive sexual sin—He retrains desire itself. It shows how repeated sin creates reflexive pathways in the heart and mind, and how grace restores intimacy by building a new spiritual “trail” toward purity.

Rewiring the Heart: When Purity Becomes Pleasure Again Text: Matthew 5:8 Tagline: A sermon about how God retrains desire, not just forgives failure. ________________________________________ PROLOGUE Some sins wound the conscience — but others rewire the heart. Some sins break fellowship — but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8, Romans 12:2, Titus 2:11-12, 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5, Psalm 16:11, 2 Corinthians 10:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Smoking And Other Addictions

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Aug 23, 2025

Any activity or substance use that harms your body, mind or spirit and can leave you addicted to it is evil.

Homily on Smoking and Other Enslaving Addictions Saint Paul’s letter to the church in Galatia was one of his earliest communications with the Church. He had visited that area early in his missionary journeys and left there a church with the kind of spiritual fire and enthusiasm we associate with ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, Galatians 5:19-21, 2 Timothy 1:7, 2 Peter 1:5-7

Denomination: Catholic

A Heart Laid Bare: Walking In An Even Place Series

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Dec 2, 2025

This sermon is about a call to live a life of integrity by inviting God’s examination, separating from ungodly influences, and standing securely on the firm ground of His mercy.

Introduction: The Audacity of an Open Heart Brothers and sisters, in an age where we carefully curate our lives for all to see, where we post our highlights and hide our struggles, the prayer of David in Psalm 26 is startling. It is bold. It is almost audacious. He doesn't begin with a quiet ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Read Your Bible Daily

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on May 1, 2025

Reading the Bible daily is not merely a religious obligation; it is a life-transforming discipline that draws us closer to God and shapes our spiritual journey.

READ YOUR BIBLE DAILY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "This book of the law shall not depart out of thy mouth; but thou shalt meditate therein day and night, that thou mayest observe to do according to all that is written therein: for then thou shalt make thy way prosperous, and then thou ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Rewriting Your Life Story Series

Contributed by Marty Baker on Mar 10, 2003

This messages encourages you to move on with your life. Stop living in the past; press on to a new future.

Rewriting Your Life Story www.stevenscreek.net Dr. Marty Baker / January 26, 2003 The human brain is composed of over 12 billion nerve cells, with the analytical ability of a room full of Pentium-equipped computers. The brain indiscriminately receives and stores every kind of information thrown ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Exodus 14:8-12

Denomination: Church Of God

Circumstantial Living Leads To Circumstantial Worship

Contributed by Shannon Lewis on Oct 25, 2006

When thing are good God is to be praised and when things aren’t so good, God is to be praised. This sermon deals with the realities of "Circumstantial Worship".

Circumstantial Living Leads to Circumstantial Worship by Pastor Shannon 10/25/2006 Living Springs Church Bandera, Texas www.lsagbandera.com Job 13:15 “Though He slay me, yet will I trust Him…” Job, having suffered incredible loss and enduring terrible circumstances declares that He will continue ...read more

Scripture: Job 13:15

Remember Who Saved You

Contributed by Nathan Robertson, Jr. on Jul 23, 2008

When you are on the Lord’s side, you have the assurance the Lord is on your side. Even when the emeny is laying a trap for you.

CHURCH HYMNS’ HAVE FALLEN ON HARD TIMES. SOME ARE TRYING DESPERATELY TO RESUSCITATE THEM OR TRYING TO RESURRECT THEM DEPENDS ON HOW YOU READ THE HYMN’S VITAL SIGNS. SOME ARE SIMPLY WAITING IN THE WAITING ROOM FOR PASTORS TO PRONOUNCE HYMNS DEAD, AND ANNOUNCE PRAISE AND WORSHIP AS THE NEW LEADER ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 124:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Learning To Be Positive Series

Contributed by Shane Hargrave on Mar 31, 2009

Making the choice to live with a positive attitude

Parting With Debbie Downer: Learning to be Positive Psalm 118:24 Debbie Downer Video Clip In May of 2004, Saturday Night Live introduced the character of Debbie Downer to the world. Debbie’s last name is taken from the Slang for Downer – which refers to someone who persistently adds bad news or ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Perfect Family

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Jun 15, 2024

Imagine a home where love, respect, and faith intertwine seamlessly. Today, we’ll explore God’s blueprint for the perfect family, rooted in Joshua 24:15: "But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord."

Perfect Family Joshua 24:15 Introduction Beloved, we gather today under the divine grace of our Lord to explore a profound and beautiful topic: the "Perfect Family." Our journey is anchored in the powerful declaration of Joshua 24:15, where Joshua proclaims, "But as for me and my ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:15, Ephesians 5:22-33, Colossians 3:18-19, 1 Peter 3:1-7, Ephesians 6:1-4, Colossians 3:20-21, 2 Timothy 1:5, John 13:34-35, Matthew 25:40, Ephesians 4:32, Exodus 20:12, Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Psalm 127:1, Proverbs 22:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Joy Was A Top Priority With Jesus Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Feb 6, 2023

Take note of Jesus saying it is my joy that He wants to be made full and complete in His disciples. Jesus is saying that his life is one of great joy, and He wants to pass it on.

Jesus was a man of frequent prayer. We see this clearly in the text below- And in the morning, rising up a great while before day, he went out, and departed into a solitary place, and there prayed. Mark 6:46 And when he had sent them away, he departed into a mountain to pray. Luke 5:16 And he ...read more

Scripture: John 17:13

Agape Love Versus Self-Centered Love

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 9, 2018

The church in Corinth, like many modern churches, was in a great deal of trouble. Self-centered love and self pride was wreaking havoc. What's the answer?

If you would, please stand as we say together our memory Scripture for this quarter: Matthew 6:31-33 “Do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. “But ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, John 13:34-35, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Nazarene

Jeremiah, The Reluctant Prophet

Contributed by Don Campbell on Dec 15, 2025

When one senses a call to preach, but is reluctant to respond, Jeremiah, the reluctant prophet can encourage them.

JEREMIAH, THE RELUCTANT PROPHET Jeremiah 1:1-10 INTRODUCTION A. God chose several different ways to call the O.T. prophets. We would misuse the Scriptures if we attempted to show that God is still calling prophets in the same way today. B. Any who speak God’s word, however, can profit from a ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:1-10, 1 Timothy 4:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Surrender To God

Contributed by Robert Thomas on Mar 11, 2002

Talks about being committed to God in total surrender

Surrender to God Joshua 24:1 & 23 Introduction: Describe the game called "mercy" - the purpose of the game is to get the other guy to surrender by bending back his hands. Forced unconditional surrender. God does not force us to surrender but he does expect us to. I. Surrender Past 1. Actions: ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 24:1-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Cycle Of Deliverance

Contributed by Dr. C. David White on Mar 25, 2002

Most people tend to go through the same problems over and over again. God stands ready to deliver.

1- “Cycle” = An interval of time which a characteristic is repeated / or a sequence of events occur. 2- If ministry has taught me anything: Most people go through the same things over and over again. (Both definitions) 3- The key to breaking this vicious cycle is to understand it. 4- Ask yourself ...read more

Scripture: Judges 4:1-21

Denomination: Baptist