Sermons on Obvious Characters:

What You Have Defines Your Worth Series

Contributed by Duane Wente on Jul 14, 2025

The world says your value is measured by what you own—status, wealth, and accomplishments. But God says your worth is found in who you are (your character) and whose you are (your identity in Christ). We are not defined by what we accumulate, but by our foundation in Him.

### **Introduction:*** This morning, we are continuing our series “Lies the World Tells,” and today we are going after a big one. But before we dive into Scripture, I want to start by letting someone else do the talking. You see, there is a video that’s been floating around for years — some of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15-21, Matthew 6:19-21, Genesis 1:27, 1 John 3:1, Matthew 7:24-27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Becoming The Person The Next Season Requires

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Dec 24, 2025

The next season is not just about what God will give you. It is about who you are becoming. God is shaping your character, expanding your capacity, and aligning your heart for what is coming. Do not rush the process. Do not resist the shaping. Do not despise the waiting.

BECOMING THE PERSON THE NEXT SEASON REQUIRES INTRODUCTION God does not promote people without first preparing them. Every new season God releases is preceded by a process of transformation. Many people pray for change in circumstances, but God first works on change in character. Before God ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Love's Significance Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 8, 2022

Love people and be effective, excellent, and eternal.

A little girl stayed for dinner at the home of her first-grade friend. Her friend’s mother brought a bowl of buttered broccoli to the table and asked the little girl if she liked it. The little girl replied very politely, “Oh yes, I love it!” But when her friend’s family passed the bowl around ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, 1 Peter 2:23, Philippians 2:6-8, Hebrews 12:2-3, Romans 5:8, Ephesians 4:11-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How God Created The World

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001

God’s creation is a demonstration of His great power, wisdom and orderliness. The Lord made everything according to His perfect timing. When we study how God created the world in six days we get a glimpse of His marvelous character. Everyone is to give gl

Unit 1 – Beginnings – The Creation of the World Lesson 1 – Before the Beginning: How the World Was Made – Genesis 1:1-25 For the Teacher’s Preparation 1. Aim – To lead the people to an understanding of God made the world in six days 2. Explanation of the Aim: - The Bible always assumes that God ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Power In Disguise Series

Contributed by Todd Brock on Nov 13, 2008

We need to be remembered for what we did with our faith. How did we live our lives in a way that reflected the character of Jesus? For many of us in this room, living a life of faith is somewhat foreign. Some have not thought about what might be said s

Opening Illustration: One Sunday morning the pastor noticed little Alex was staring up at the large plaque that hung in the foyer of the church. The plaque was covered with names, and small American flags were mounted on either side of it. The seven year old had been staring at the plaque for some ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

High & Holy Becomes Meek & Lowly

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Dec 8, 2009

Christ exemplified a character of being the humble ruler, the good shepherd and the passionate deliverer. What will we do with this? Should we really care about this at all? Why was God so mindful of us? Why should He have cared? Are we really worth it?

Opening illustration: Abraham Lincoln’s humble beginnings have become part of American lore. But one historian says that the most difficult part of young Abraham’s life came not during his early years in a Kentucky cabin, but after Thomas Lincoln moved the family to Indiana in 1816. The family ...read more

Scripture: Micah 5:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Uniqueness Of The Christian Faith

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Oct 21, 2012

Jesus Christ was unique in every way. From His complete deity to His perfect humanity, from His miraculous conception to His supernatural ascension, from His impeccable character to His incomparable teaching—Jesus stands above all other religious or mora

The Uniqueness Of The Christian Faith John 14:6 - Jesus said to him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.” THE BIBLE IS UNIQUE The Bible was written over a 1600-year span, during 60 generations, over a time-span of 1400 years. The ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Charismatic

The Genealogy Of God Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 4, 2012

The genealogy of Jesus Christ had interesting sets of names included. They may not be some that we would have personally preferred in our genealogy, yet God had them there through whom His Son would come. Through it we see the character of God -the faithf

My wife was telling me during the sermons, she was distracted because one of the hairs was just sticking straight up. And I said, “Which one?” She said, “I think it was Joe!” I have started to name them because they are so precious. So I put Joe back in place, and it looked ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-17

Denomination: *other

Can Honor Survive Amidst Deception?

Contributed by Eugene Morell on Jul 1, 2012

I guess we can say that through out most of our lives our common sense seems to be ok but there are time when our common sense can get us into trouble particular when those decisions affect our conduct, character and our actions.

CAN HONOR SURVIVE AMIDST DECEPTION? JOSHUA 9:1-27. There is a story about a Methodist preacher who often spoke on the subject of sin. He defined sin as that abominable thing that God hates. One day some of the leading laymen came to urge their pastor to stop using the word sin. The laymen told ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 9:1-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sacrifices To God Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 21, 2020

Offerings follow the character of the worshipper. God looks not into the hands of a man but the heart of a man. We can't satisfy God by our mere offerings but by the broken heart and humble spirit. God is after a man or woman who is living with love and devotion to God and fellow human.

Better Sacrifice Genesis 4:1-10 Introduction: This year we are going to meditate under the Theme: “A cloud of Witnesses”(Hebrews 12:1). We will be thinking numerous personalities of the Bible from the perspectives of Faith journey. This Sunday we have two personalities before us to learn. They ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Series: Recovering Stolen Identity & Reclaiming Misplaced Destiny: Part 3b: Difference B/W Predestination (Fate) & Free Will – The Cost Of Destiny

Contributed by Jeremiah Menyongai on Mar 10, 2020

Many Biblical characters changed their destinies thru prayers. Destiny is never a product of laziness. Jacob sought his with tears & prayers. Hannah sought hers thru fasting. David achieved his thru flight & isolation. God never rewards lazy Christians.

SERIES: RECOVERING STOLEN IDENTITY & RECLAIMING MISPLACED DESTINY: PART 3B: DIFFERENCE B/W PREDESTINATION (FATE) & FREE WILL – COST OF DESTINY 1. Genesis 12:1-20: 1 Now the Lord had said to Abram: “Get out of your country, From your family and from your father’s house, To a land that I will ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-20, Galatians 3:7-9

Denomination: Charismatic

The Do Nots Of Christian Living

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 20, 2018

We dear ones are called to Holiness not just good enough to get by. That’s a pretty high standard for any of us and God knows that so He gave us some help and identified behaviours and actions that we need to purge from our character.

The Do Nots of Christian living Leviticus 19:1-2 Leviticus Chapters 15 through 18 Matthew 22:34-40 Many people see religion as a waste of time. I would be one to agree with them. However FAITH is another matter. Religion is made by man but FAITH is what God is calling us to. People ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:33-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Testing Spirits In The World

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Oct 9, 2020

Often we are led into error by our ignorance of the Word of God and His character. Often when we hear the voices of those in authority we believe whatever they say without question. Are we armed with, "the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God?"

Testing Spirits Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Titus 3:3-5 “At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. “But when the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:54, Luke 24:1-8, Matthew 27:51, Luke 23:44-45, Matthew 27:42, James 4:6-10, James 1:2-4, Genesis 3:16, Isaiah 59:1-7, Proverbs 6:17, Deuteronomy 19:1-7, Luke 19:10, 1 John 4:1-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

The Armour Of God: Lessons From Iron Man Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jun 29, 2024

Iron Man, this Marvel superhero, with his advanced armour and complex character, provides us with valuable insights into our walk with God. As we explore Iron Man's story, we will uncover profound biblical truths about protection, transformation, and the power of a new identity.

The Armour of God: Lessons from Iron Man Introduction Today, we're going to draw spiritual lessons from an unexpected source: Iron Man. This Marvel superhero, with his advanced armour and complex character, provides us with valuable insights into our walk with God. As we explore Iron ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Philippians 4:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Love, Fruit Of The Spirit

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Jun 30, 2023

Fruit of the Spirit The fruit of the Spirit is all about growing more like Jesus. When you become a Christian, God gives you the Holy Spirit to help you and change you. The Holy Spirit works to develop the character of Christ within you. The fruit of the Spirit is a beautiful

LOVE Fruit of the Spirit (25-06-2023) INTRODUCTION: Our message series is on the fruit of the Spirit. The fruit of the Spirit is all about growing more like Jesus. When you become a Christian, God gives you the Holy Spirit to help you and change you. The Holy Spirit works to develop ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:2, Philemon 1:8-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God