Sermons on Obscure Characters:

The Attack On Our Character Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Aug 25, 2022

God gives us our identity and the enemy immediately tries to distort it.

Nehemiah Chapter Two – The Attack on Our Character August 21, 2022 Nehemiah 2:17-19 NIV “Then I said to them, "You see the trouble we are in: Jerusalem lies in ruins, and its gates have been burned with fire. Come, let us rebuild the wall of Jerusalem, and we will no longer be in ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:17-19, Genesis 3:1, Matthew 3:17, Psalm 1:1, Luke 22:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Woman Of Noble Character

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 13, 2023

A Mother's Day / Ladies day message

Woman of Noble Character Proverbs 31:10-31 May 14, 2023 You might remember the name Robert Fulghum - he wrote several best-selling books called . . . . All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten. Besides being an author, Fulghum used to be a Unitarian Universalist minister. In one of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Developing A Christlike Character

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025

The ultimate goal of every believer is not merely to attend church or perform religious duties, but to become more like Jesus in character, conduct, and lifestyle.

DEVELOPING A CHRISTLIKE CHARACTER By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Ephesians 4:13-15 Supporting Texts: Romans 8:29, Galatians 5:22-23, 2 Peter 1:5-8, Colossians 3:12-14, Philippians 2:5 INTRODUCTION: The ultimate goal of every believer is not merely to attend church or perform religious ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:13-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Character Study: Cornelius

Contributed by Shashi Marian on Feb 26, 2026

There are many characters in the Bible who have made an impact in the Kingdom of God. Their characteristics are indeed worth noting. One of those not so prominent characters is Cornelius in the Book of Acts. We do not hear much of him but a very significant man who can be learnt from.

The study of Cornelius from Acts 10 is worth learning. He is not so prominent or spoken much often in the Bible but certain things mentioned about him is very amazing. It is very important to learn from such characters so as to understand what God expects from us and what He wants us to do. We are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1, 1 Corinthians 10:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Developing A Godly Character PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the importance, characteristics, and benefits of developing a godly character, as it is who we are, not what we do, that truly defines us.

Good morning, church family! We’re going to dive into some deep waters today, as we explore the subject of character, specifically godly character. Now, before you start wondering what this is all about, let me remind you what Dwight L. Moody once said, "Character is what a man is in the dark." And ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12

Topics: Godly Character

Christian Character In The Workplace PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 25, 2024

This sermon encourages Christians to actively live out their faith in their workplaces, embodying Christlike character and promoting Kingdom values as God's ambassadors.

Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I want to share with you today a message that I believe God has placed on my heart for His people. It's a message that speaks to us, not just as individuals, but as a collective body of believers, as a community of faith, as the Church. It's a message about our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:20, Philippians 2:14-18

Topics: Intentional Discipleship, Marketplace

The Penetrating Influence Of Character PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 14, 2023

This sermon explores our Christian calling to be influential as salt and light in the world, and the consequences of failing to live up to this mission.

Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It's a joy to gather with you today, as we continue to bask in the unfathomable grace of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We come to this place, not as mere spectators, but as partakers of the divine mystery of faith. We are not here by accident, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Topics: Light, Shine, Others

The Character Of A True Servant Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 2, 2025

A true servant reflects the humility, obedience, and sacrificial heart of Christ, serving others selflessly and faithfully to glorify God.

THE CHARACTER OF A TRUE SERVANT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Philippians 2:5-7 Key Verse: “But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men.” (Philippians 2:7, KJV) Supporting Texts: Matthew 20:26-28; John 13:14-15; Mark ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Unlikely Heros Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 9, 2009

This is a combination of sermon #2 and #6 taken from Judges chapters 3 and 12 and concerning 5 obscure judges including: Ehud, Shamgar, Ibzan, Elon, and Abidon.

Unlikely Heros – Ehud, Shamgar, Ibzan, Elon, Abidon Judges 3:12-31 Judges 12:8-15 November 8, 2009 INTRODUCTION After 5 weeks of looking at some obscure names in our sermon series in Judges, we need to have a little "phun" with the Judges. - We’re "phinally almost phinished" with this ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

8 Fold Character Of Jehovah

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Sep 14, 2001

A prayer for a nation in a crisis and a need for all to gather together. By Pastor CG Lament. 3:21 This I recall to my mind, therefore have I hope.

8 Fold Character of Jehovah A prayer for a nation in a crisis and a need for all to gather together. By Pastor CG Lament. 3:21 This I recall to my mind, therefore have I hope. To help us meet the hardships of life, God has given us a family. All the believers of the world, and especially those ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 3:21-33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Learning Character Among The Sheep

Contributed by Chad Ballard on Jan 31, 2002

Developing character during humbling times.

Learning Character Among the Sheep I Samuel 16:6-13; 17-19 I. Background from Chapter 15 A. Saul rejected as King by God for his disobedience. 1. God had instructed Saul to attack the Amalekites, and kill everything, taking no spoils. But Saul kept the “choicest” things to sacrifice to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:6-13, 1 Samuel 16:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Consider 6 Character Pillars

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on May 3, 2002

We ponder 6 areas that are important to building good character.

RESTORE THE SIX PILLARS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 1 Corinthians 4:2 Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful. Matthew 22: 29 Jesus answered and said unto them, Ye DO ERR NOT KNOWING THE SCRIPUTURES, NOR THE POWER OF GOD. Prov.22:28 REMOVE NOT ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:28, 1 Corinthians 4:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Developing Contagious Christian Character

Contributed by Steven Chapman on May 2, 2001

A look at the kind of Christian who is salt and light.

Developing A Contagious Christian Character Matthew 5:13-16 There is a problem facing us as we approach this week’s theme: Were Christ to be bodily present in our church this Sunday, we would delight in introducing him to others. This problem was summed up a number of years ago in a song called ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Character Still Does Count Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Nov 5, 2001

Character among our church leaders and those who serve in ministry gives the church credibility to share the good news of Christ with others.

Church attendance on the Sunday after the September 11 attacks rose by 6% nationwide. However, seven weeks later, pollsters tell us that church attendance has settled back to the same level it was before the terrorist attacks. Just by way of contrast, the Sunday after President Kennedy was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Biblical Characters With Suicidal Tendencies

Contributed by Lauro C Hernandez on Sep 27, 2002

How we can be freed from suicidal tendencies using those in the Biblical that past through it.

BIBLICAL CHARACTERS WITH SUICIDAL TENDENCIES Jn 10:10 INTRO: I. THOSE THAT COMIITED SUICIDE A. Judas Mt. 27:3-5 1)Withdrawal (a)when you separate - Satan tries to take our 2)Betrayal & hurt those you love the most (a)Jesus had been his best friend & brother 3)Didn’t know how to say:”I’m ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God