Sermons about Outward Devotion

Be R.e.a.l. Series

Contributed by Eyriche Cortez on Apr 17, 2007

based on 11 ratings

| 9,420 views

Living an authentic Christian life

Someone wrote that some of the world’s unhappiest people are Christians. Why? Some Christians are too Christian to enjoy sinning but too sinful to enjoy their Christianity. Some Christians have enough faith to recognize their need for prayer, but not enough to take them to prayer meeting. Some ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Righteous Shall Flourish

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 27, 2014

| 6,280 views

To show that we have to trust, rely on and depend only on GOD not on man, anything or riches.

I. EXORDIUM: Who do you trust? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we have to trust, rely on and depend only on GOD not on man, anything or riches. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 11:28 (Amplified Bible) 11:28 He who leans on, trusts in, and is confident in his riches shall ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Personal Holiness

Contributed by Guy De Swardt on Feb 18, 2011

based on 7 ratings

| 7,436 views

The way to personal holiness.

Personal Holiness! Reading: 1 Peter 1v15-16 Modern day television programs have taught us the wrong way to deal with relationships,…how to deal with our money,…what we should and should not value,…and how to evaluate what is right or wrong. In other words,…our culture is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-16

Denomination: Baptist

What About Baptism? Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jul 16, 2006

based on 41 ratings

| 5,297 views

This message answers the question: Why is baptism important?

SERIES: “IMPORTANT QUESTIONS” TEXT: ROMANS 6:1-11 TITLE: “WHAT ABOUT BAPTISM?” OPEN: A. Last week, we started a series called, “Important Questions” 1. We started with the most important question of all: “How Do I Become a Christian?” 2. This week’s ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Warning Signs Of A Failed Marriage Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on May 3, 2016

| 8,090 views

There were warnings signs that Samson's marriage was bringing him down but he did not take heed instead continued to allow his desires, his disrespect, his disobedience and his his deception to overcome him. We can learn many things from his life.

Warnings signs are set up to give precautionary notice of possible occurrences. But there are signs I saw in the internet that are so funny that I want to share with you today. Have you seen these kinds of signs? 1. "Do not Breathe under the water" - of course, you cannot breathe under the ...read more

Scripture: Judges 14:1-9

Denomination: Nazarene

Characteristics Of Great Leaders

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Apr 26, 2013

based on 4 ratings

| 22,364 views

Spiritual leaders learn, grow, and continue to change until they have the character God requires. This is what makes them successful in leadership. Good character is not optional for leaders. It is essential. Christian leaders lead people to God. They

Characteristics of Great Leaders “Character is like bells. They ring out sweet notes, but when you touch them accidentally, they still resound with sweet music.” Unknown Spiritual leaders learn, grow, and continue to change until they have the character God requires. This is what ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Charismatic

As Worthless As A Dead Battery Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 19, 2023

based on 1 rating

| 2,987 views

Message 5 in a series through James that helps us explore the relationship between faith and works in our lives. James was the half-brother of Jesus and the leader of the church in Jerusalem

I have the good pleasure of working alongside several self-proclaimed mechanical ignoramuses. And between these two guys, they have a LOT of talent and God has gifted them with things that he didn’t give me. But the one skillset that neither of them has ever been accused of is this: auto mechanic. ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-24, Matthew 25:34-40, Matthew 7:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Yeasty Beasty Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 26, 2024

| 1,170 views

Jesus uses yeast as a symbol to talk about hypocrisy.

M16: THE YEASTY BEASTY M16: LEAVEN THAT’LL KEEP YOU FROM HEAVEN Matthew 16:5-12 #m16sermons INTRODUCTION… My First and Only Breadmaker (p) When Kelly and I got married in 1998, we had a wedding registry like all couples do nowadays. A wedding registry, if you do not know, is a list from various ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:5-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

No Place To Hide From God

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Aug 4, 2024

| 1,719 views

This sermon explores the consequences of hidden sins, emphasizing God's all-knowing nature, and encourages confession and seeking forgiveness through understanding Joshua 7:1-26.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. It is a joy to gather with you in this sacred space, where the Word of God is our guide and His Spirit our comforter. We are here today, not by accident or happenstance, but by divine appointment. God has a message for us, a message that will challenge ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26, 1 Samuel 16:7, Psalm 139:1-3, Psalm 66:17-18, Hebrews 4:12-13 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ministry With The Mind Of Christ-5

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 21, 2026

| 177 views

5 of ? The apostle Paul counseled the Philippian church to minister empowered with the mind of Christ Jesus. God’s people are to minister with the mind of Christ Jesus. But How do God’s people minister with the mind of Christ Jesus? Christmas/New Year/MINISTRY with the mind of Christ...

Christmas/ MINISTRY: With The MIND Of CHRIST-V— —Philippians 2:5-8[Part-2--7b-8 of :5-8](2:1-18) God’s people are EXPECTED to minister WITH the mind of Christ Jesus, our Savior & Lord!.... Whereas, those who are merely ‘sentimentally religious’, ‘play church’ WITHOUT the power of God! In ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:7-8, Philippians 2:5-8, Philippians 2:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Evidence In The Courtroom Of The Universe

Contributed by David Dunn on Dec 2, 2025

| 211 views

Christ has won the cosmic conflict. Your transformed life becomes the evidence of your allegiance in the courtroom of the universe.

Part One — The Accusation If you were arrested for being a Christian, would there be enough evidence to convict you? That question, simple as it sounds, has a way of slipping beneath our armor. It doesn’t ask about your denomination, your baptism certificate, or the hymns you grew up singing in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:20, John 13:34-35, Galatians 2:20, Revelation 12:11, Joshua 24:15 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Keeping Mom Happy

Contributed by Chris Talton on May 13, 2003

based on 21 ratings

| 7,194 views

This Mother’s Day message gives 7 means for keeping momma happy her whole life rather than just one day a year.

May 11, 2003 Colossians 2:6-12 “Making mom happy” INTRODUCTION Today is Mother’s Day. We want to honor our mothers as Scripture commands, and we want to do our best to make them happy…for at least one day. The Lord knows that there have been enough days that we have made them cry. ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Resurrection Journey To Faith

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Oct 18, 2000

based on 334 ratings

| 13,032 views

Mary Magdalene’s world had collapsed on the crucifixion of Jesus and she came to the tomb Searching, Learning, Seeing and then Believing.

The resurrection of Jesus demands a personal response. Pollsters take pleasure in getting the opinion of the general public, asking, "Do you believe that Jesus rose from the dead?" They are keen to tell us: what percentage believe he actually physically came to life again; how many say he didn’t ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

40 Days 3 - Formed For God's Family - Fellowship Series

Contributed by David Elvery on Nov 27, 2005

based on 6 ratings

| 6,160 views

Adapted from welcome to the planet 40 Days of Purpose Series. Sermon #3

Based on WELCOME TO THE PLANET: WHAT ON EARTH AM I HERE FOR? Part 3: You Were Formed for God’s Family 2/5/04 By Doug Fields Pray : Would you pray with me? Prepare your heart to hear God’s word and maybe how you and I might be a little different as we leave here today. God, would you take my ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:5

Denomination: Baptist

John Wesley's View On Entire Sanctification

Contributed by Sidney Yuan on Apr 1, 2013

based on 2 ratings

| 17,971 views

This sermon gives a correct view of John Wesley's doctrine of entire sanctification, and teaches us how to be holy.

Wesleyan Doctrine of Entire Sanctification by Sidney Yuan Before I give the sermon, I like to make a confession. I am not an Arminian. However, I don’t consider myself to be a Calvinist either. I think I am a Calminian. Calvinists have a tendency to stress the sovereignty of God more ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:23

Denomination: Nazarene

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