Sermons on Our Inner Self:

Self Portrait

Contributed by Terry Vaughan on Mar 26, 2002

What kind of portrait are we painting for others?

WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH PASTOR: TERRY VAUGHAN SERMON TITLE: SELF PORTRAITS “For God so Loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. For God sent not His Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:34-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Abrogation Of Self

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 6, 2010

There is a marked difference between a believer and a disciple, between being a Spirit-sealed Christian and a Spirit-filled Christian. The distinguishing mark of the disciple, the Spirit-filled Christian, and the soldier of the Kingdom is the abrogation o

The Abrogation of Self 2 Timothy 2:1-5 Luke 14:26 Introduction: There is a marked difference between a believer and a disciple, between being a Spirit-sealed Christian and a Spirit-filled Christian. There is likewise considerable difference between being a citizen of Heaven and being a soldier of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Paradox Of Self

Contributed by Joseph Anderson on Jan 25, 2011

The importance of self in determining one's destiny. To hell or heaven.

The Paradox of ‘self’ (Luke 9:25) “For what is a man advantaged, if he gain the whole world, and lose himself, or be cast away?” Introduction: In 2 timothy chapter 3, Apostle Paul warns us of the terrible times that will be in the last days. The idea is not something new ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:25

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Self Control

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Aug 10, 2007

This message explores the nature of self control and how to walk in it in partnership with God. Practical action steps are included.

SELF CONTROL Pastor Eric J. Hanson August 6, 2006 Read II Peter 1:1-11 and Galatians 5:16-25. Introduction: The writings of God through the apostles Peter and Paul could not be clearer on this matter of the Christian life. If a person genuinely comes into a saving relationship with the Lord ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Self Discipline Series

Contributed by Ricky Sinclair on Feb 20, 2013

Discipline does not automatically make someone a leader, but no one can lead for long without it.

Discipline does not automatically make someone a leader, but no one can lead for long without it. I. Discipline a. More government leaders have failed from poor discipline than poor policies. b. More pastors have failed due to bad discipline than bad ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Door Of Self Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 24, 2004

This is the 6th sermon in the series "Unlocking The Doors To Freedom". Get out of the way so God can move in your life.

Series: Unlocking The Doors To Freedom [#6] THE DOOR OF SELF Galatians 4:8-20 Introduction: I’m not a fan of people who like to criticize me. In fact, I don’t know anyone that likes to criticized. The interesting thing about that is, I’m my biggest critic. I’m my ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Unlocking Of The Heart: When Divine Light Meets Our Inner Vault

Contributed by Bishop, W. F. Houston, Jr. on Oct 13, 2025

This sermon explores 2 Corinthians 4:6, showing how God’s light enters our hidden places—not to shame, but to heal, restore, and transform. Learn practical steps for moving from darkness to wholeness through the grace of Christ.

Grace and peace to you, my brothers and sisters. There is a phrase we hear often, a poetic and hopeful idea: "light over darkness." It sounds beautiful, it sounds victorious, until that very light meets the places we all keep locked away. The human heart, in its quiet complexity, can ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:6

Denomination: Other

Self Promotion

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 8, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Samuel 13: 1 – 23

1 Samuel 13: 1 – 23 Self Promotion 13 Saul reigned one year; and when he had reigned two years over Israel, 2 Saul chose for himself three thousand men of Israel. Two thousand were with Saul in Michmash and in the mountains of Bethel, and a thousand were with Jonathan in Gibeah of Benjamin. The ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Self - Righteous Series

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 12, 2001

exposition on Matt ch 21 v 23-46

THE SELF-RIGHTEOUS Matthew 21 v. 23 - 46 In this portion we find :- 1. The Problem with the Self-righteous v. 23 the chief priests and elders "by what authority?" They were vexed "came unto him", vocal "said", and vindictive about His works "by what authority doest thou these things?" 2. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:23-46

Denomination: Holiness

Self Examination

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 24, 2012

Self Eamination

Self Examination August 17, 2008 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Self Examination Focus Passage: I Corinthians 11:17-30 Introduction: I. Intended Purpose a. To remember the sacrifice of Christ b. To bring unity of believers II. Wrong ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Peril Of Self-Exaltation

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 18, 2025

God created us for His glory, not ours. When we learn to redirect all praise, success, and honour to Him, we stay safe under His covering. But when we begin to think we are the source of our own greatness, we invite destruction.

THE PERIL OF SELF-EXALTATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 4:28-37 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 16:18, Isaiah 42:8, Acts 12:21-23, James 4:6, 1 Corinthians 1:29 INTRODUCTION: One of the greatest temptations that men face—especially when they begin to taste success—is the desire to ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:28-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God

That Word Our Flesh Hates...

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Nov 10, 2010

James and John thought they were pulling a fast one. But their values were updside down.

Passage: Matthew 20:20-28 Intro: The great thing about studying a book all the way thru is that you begin to identify recurring themes. 1. and the Bible is a book where repetition means emphasis, because it is essentially a Hebrew book. 2. ever since the Beatitudes way back in chapter 5, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Cow Tipping - Self Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 21, 2017

Cow tipping has to do with tipping over and destroying idols in our life that usurp God. They come in many forms and shapes.

Cow Tipping: Self Thesis: Cow tipping has to do with tipping over and destroying idols in our life that usurp God. They come in many forms and shapes. Introduction: They myth of cow tipping: Wiki notes: Cow tipping is the purported activity of sneaking up on any unsuspecting or sleeping upright ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:1-35, Matthew 10:37-39, Luke 9:23-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Radical Self-Interest Series

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Mar 19, 2010

In the Lord's Prayer, Jesus connects God's forgiveness of us with our forgiveness of others. To forgive is, then, "an act of radical self-interest."

RADICAL SELF-INTEREST Matthew 6:9-15 (NRSV) 9 "Pray then in this way: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. 10 Your kingdom come. Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. 11 Give us this day our daily bread. 12 And forgive us our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Dangers Of Self-Exaltation

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on May 8, 2022

Our exaltation is the will of God, but God hate the sin of self-exaltation, but rather wants us to humble ourselves for Him to exalt us in due season.

The Dangers of Self-Exaltation Study Text: Galatians 6:3 - 4 Introduction: - Self-exaltation naturally follows self-deception. We deceive ourselves into thinking we are greater than we really are. - This usually leads to some misbehaviours and manifestations of prideful attitudes ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:3-4

Denomination: Pentecostal