Sermons on Obedience Is Better Than Sacrifice:

"we Can Do Better"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Sep 2, 2019

The message is about being humble than we are we can do better>

Sermon “WE Can Do Better” Luke 1, 7-14 1. Consider the Humility of some folks in the sports arena • Jim Thorpe? He was the most famous athlete of his time, able to run with speed and power as well as pass, catch, punt and kick. After leading the Canton Bulldogs to three unofficial world ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

The Proof Of An Obedient Life Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on May 25, 2001

The fact of our new life is proven by the way we live our lives.

 Today we continue discuss John’s concern that believers discover how to maintain unbroken fellowship with Christ. It is the secret to living a dynamic Christian life. If anyone thirst, let him come to Me and drink….out of his heart shall flow rivers of living water(JN 7:37-38) ’This ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:3-6

The Unmarried And Widows Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 21, 2018

In this passage the apostle develops guidelines for the unmarried and widows, the married believers, and mixed marriages. Some of the topics covered are; celibacy, chastity, marriage, stoicism, and virgins.

December 7, 2012 Commentary on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Lesson 6.2: The Unmarried and Widows Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7.8-16 1 Cor 7.8-16 (KJV) 8 I say therefore to the unmarried and widows, It is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:8-16

Denomination: Baptist

New Testament Obedience Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 13, 2020

This exposition of Philippians 2:12-18 focuses on what New Testament obedience looks like. The dangers of legalism and antinomianism are addressed. Preparations for an uncertain future are discussed as well.

Intro Our lives have changed significantly since the beginning of 2020. The big question is what changes lie ahead. Will things settle down and stabilize? Or will events become even more volatile? Will the coronavirus subside, or will infections escalate? Will the political divide in this country ...read more

Scripture: John 10:27, Hebrews 3:13, Matthew 12:25, Romans 8:32-33, 2 Timothy 1:7, Matthew 10:28, John 18:36, 2 Corinthians 5:10-11, Matthew 15:3-9, Colossians 2:16-21, Matthew 26:41, Hebrews 10:25, James 2:14-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Call Of God To Obedience Series

Contributed by Alfredo Torres on Jul 15, 2005

The call of god to Abraham to offer Isaac as burnt offering

TEXT: Genesis 22: 1-14 THEME: The Call to OBEY God (The proofs of the Obedience of Abraham to the CALL of God). Proposition: Every believer must obey the call of God in their life. Transitional Sentence: Every believer MUST obey the call of God in their life as seen in the example of Abraham’s ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 22:1-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sacrifice For A Deeper Walk Series

Contributed by David Welch on Jun 11, 2018

This message continues the discipline of sacrifice.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Sacrifice” Review Every Christian serious about a deeper walk with God and greater impact in our world must incorporate spiritual exercises as a way of life. Silence and Solitude There can be no quality relationship without quality time so I will spend ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 21:18-27, Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Living A Life Of Obedience Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 19, 2025

Obedience to God is not just an act; it is a lifestyle that defines the depth of our relationship with Him.

LIVING A LIFE OF OBEDIENCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Deuteronomy 28:1-2 Supporting Texts: John 14:15, 1 Samuel 15:22, Isaiah 1:19, James 1:22-25, Genesis 6:22 INTRODUCTION: Obedience to God is not just an act; it is a lifestyle that defines the depth of our relationship with Him. From ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:1-2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I’m Gone Get To My Better Series

Contributed by Charles Jones on Jun 30, 2012

You may know that God wants to save you. You may know that God wants to heal you. But do you also know that God wants to prosper you?

I’m Gone Get To My Better In order to give you a taste of the hard life, God test’s you so that you would be prepared to live well in the days ahead of you. Deuteronomy 8:16b The Message Bible That He might humble you and test you, to do you good in the end. Deuteronomy 8:16b The Amplified ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Seeking A Better Portrait

Contributed by Derek Geldart on May 28, 2018

While much of your portrait might already be painted there is still time to embrace God’s will and allow Him to be the guide in painting His portrait for you!

Seeking a Better Portrait Acts 17:24-28 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 We have been created in the image of God and given specific spiritual gifts to become and serve as the person God has designed us to be! While we know this to be true, many Christians either do not ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:24-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Obedience Of Obed-Edom

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jul 18, 2016

Obedience and faith are essential to our Christian lives and witness before others. There is great benefit in following the Lord, and as we do, we have the potential to make an impact on the lives of others.

The Obedience of Obed-edom 2 Samuel 6: 10-12 Our text today records an event that transpired while David sought to move the ark of God back to Jerusalem, and place it within the Tabernacle. Many years earlier the ark had been captured by the Philistines in battle, but they were unwilling to keep ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

Reward For Being Obedient

Contributed by Rev. Felix Cornelius Agyei on Jun 10, 2023

God's promise of a new beginning are not in a vacuum. It does not just take God to make it possible. Abraham had a part to play. In the same way, the new life and restoration that Jesus brings demand our participation. What then is our participation? THIS IS OBEDIENCE.

THE LORD, OUR OBJECT OF OBEDIENT The one whose voice and command we are to obey is the LORD Himself. The Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. He is the One who commanded OUR Father Abraham (Gen. 12:1). In Matthew, it is Christ Jesus Christ. We must learn to obey the Holy Spirit who now works in ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-9, Romans 4:13-25, Matthew 9:9-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Sacrifice Behind The Manger

Contributed by Randy Bataanon on Dec 18, 2025

Christmas is beautiful—not because of the lights, gifts, or songs—but because of the unimaginable sacrifice Jesus made to reach us.

THE SACRIFICE BEHIND THE MANGER Philippians 2:6–8 Christmas is beautiful—not because of the lights, gifts, or songs—but because of the unimaginable sacrifice Jesus made to reach us. Philippians 2:6–8 pulls back the curtain of eternity and shows us what Christmas truly cost Jesus. It reminds us ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:6-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Jesus The Better Way: He Imparts A Better Life Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Feb 9, 2013

A Superior Christ Imparts a Superior Life

JESUS THE BETTER WAY: HE IMPARTS A BETTER LIFE HEBREWS 13:1-25 Big Idea: A Superior Christ Imparts a Superior Life INTRO So we come to the conclusion of our walk through Hebrews. These thirteen sermons have concentrated on the major theme and purpose for the book – the superiority of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-25

Denomination: Nazarene

Your Sacrifice To God

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Jul 10, 2010

God desires to have us live our lifes as a living sacrifice to Him. We are not to conform to this world, but be transformed by the power of God.

Your sacrifice to God Romans chapter 12:1-8 Introduction- The book of Romans is a book of the Bible that will get us to salvation if we desire. It will teach us as believers what is acceptable lifestyle. Some don’t like to hear some of Romans ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

God Requires Obedience

Contributed by Greg Johnson on Apr 29, 2007

God requires obedience. God is gracious in giving specific instructions through prayer and His Word. Exact execution of God’s instructions is of utmost importance.

God Requires Obedience By Greg Johnson April 29, 2007 http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org God requires obedience. God is gracious in giving specific instructions through prayer and His Word. Exact execution of God’s instructions is of utmost importance. GOD IS GRACIOUS IN GIVING SPECIFIC ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 10:8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational