Sermons on Parental Instruction:

A Father's Advice

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on May 29, 2008

A father’s counsel to His children is the most precious gift, outside of salvation, that any man can give. How you live, not just the words you say or the commands you give, will teach your children.

A Father’s Advice Griffith Baptist Church – 6/15/08 A.M. Service Text: 1 Kings 2:1-4 Key verse: 1 Kings 2:2 - I go the way of all the earth: be thou strong therefore, and show thyself a man; The Introduction The bride was very nervous. It was right before the wedding and she wasn’t sure she ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

I Have Hidden Your Word In My Heart

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Feb 19, 2014

A short talk to encourage the congregation to see Old Testament scripture as Jesus saw it, and specifically to receive the law referred to in Psalm 119 as instruction - like we receive instruction when learning to swim or play guitar.

Last week I had the wonderful privilege of spending four nights with the Benedictine monks of St. Augustine’s Abbey Chilworth in the Surrey hills. This was my second visit after spending 5 days with them in July 2012 at the start of my extended study leave. Their ministry is prayer and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:1-16

Denomination: Anglican

Learning From The Prayers Of Jesus - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Apr 13, 2018

The prayers of Jesus help us understand Him better. Today we will begin by looking at Jesus instruction concerning prayer in what is commonly known as "The Lord's Prayer".

Matthew 6:9-13 I. THE PRAYERS OF JESUS HELP US UNDERSTAND HIM BETTER. A. We can learn about His life by examining His prayers. 1. We learn about His personality (His Nature) 2. We learn about what matters most to Him (His Heart) 3. We learn why He came to the earth (His Purpose) 4. We learn ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Church Of God

The Wonderful Counselor Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jul 24, 2016

A study of the book of Job 22: 15 – 30

Job 22: 15 – 30 The Wonderful Counselor 15 Will you keep to the old way which wicked men have trod, 16 who were cut down before their time, whose foundations were swept away by a flood? 17 They said to God, ‘Depart from us! What can the Almighty do to them?’ 18 Yet He filled ...read more

Scripture: Job 22:15-30

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Realistic New Year's Resolutions

Contributed by Kelvin Mckisic on Jan 1, 2024

Our desire alone cannot always produce change, but with God's guidance we can produce New Year's Resolutions that can be sustained through the New Year and beyond.

“For what great nation is there that has God so near to it, as the Lord our God is to us, for whatever reason we may call upon Him? And what great nation is there that has such statutes and righteous judgments as are in all this law which I set before you this day? Only take heed to yourself, and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 4:7-10, Mark 11:22-24, James 1:22-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Sell Out

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Mar 31, 2025

Truth is a rarity, but that’s only part of what makes it so valuable. You must make Truth your own, value it, defend it, stand for it, and protect it at all costs.

Don’t Sell Out By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - Truth is a rarity, but that’s only part of what makes it so valuable. Truth aligns with what is real; it reflects God’s character; it guides us through life. Once we possess TRUTH, no amount of rationalizing, mocking, or threatening ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:23, Proverbs 12:22, Ephesians 4:25, 2 Timothy 2:15, 1 Timothy 3:15, John 3:33, 3 John 1:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Apostolic

Stations Of Life: Attitude Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 10, 2014

Behind our behaviors are the attitudes that greatly affect the quality of our behaviors.

Stations of Life: Attitude (Colossians 3:20-25) 1. A passenger jet was suffering through a severe thunderstorm. As the passengers were being bounced around by the turbulence, a young woman turned to an evangelist sitting next to her and asked, "Sir, you are a man of God, can't you do something ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:20-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

God Answers "Knee Mail" Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 14, 2012

Prayer is a key element to our walk with God. Parents should pray and teach their children to pray as well.

1. LBJ Prayer Story When Lyndon Johnson was President, he had several guests in for a meal at the family room of the White House. LBJ had given the honor of praying for the meal to journalist Bill Moyers (an ex-Baptist minister). As Moyers began to softly pray, LBJ - who couldn’t understand ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Godly Home Guarantees Godly Kids Series

Contributed by Jim Kilson on Apr 23, 2014

Part 3 of 10 in a series dedicated to debunking commonly held myths that we think are in the Bible but really aren't, myths that can and often do have devastating effects on our faith.

INTRODUCTION: It can be said with little or no argument that a parent’s primary concern is that their kids turn out ok; as a parent I can attest to that fact. Nothing else in the world worries us more. If we’re honest with ourselves most of us are also scared to death that we’ll ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Christian Church

Making The Most Of Your Family Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Jan 9, 2019

Honor or "give weight to" parents. Children should a) obey, b) respect, and c) surpass, their parents. Positive and practical for all ages.

MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR FAMILY—Deuteronomy 5:16 Deuteronomy 5:16 “Honor your father and your mother, as the LORD your God has commanded you, so that you may live long and that it may go well with you in the land the LORD your God is giving you.” (Preacher: a few extra words in Deuteronomy, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 5:16, Exodus 20:12, Leviticus 19:3

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

EnseÑe A Sus Hijos A La Manera De Dios

Contributed by James Dina on Jul 22, 2020

La santa práctica de Job se refleja en el cuidado de sus hijos. Cada vez que sus hijos se divertían, él siempre estaba allí para ofrecer un sacrificio. (Job 1:4-5). ¿Cuántos padres realmente llegan a pensar en las consecuencias de los pecados de sus hijos?

ENSEÑE A SUS HIJOS A LA MANERA DE DIOS Job 1: 4 - 5 “Los hijos de Job, acostumbraban turnarse para celebrar banquetes en sus respectivas casas e invitaban a sus hermanos y hermanas a comer y beber con ellos. Al terminar el ciclo de los banquetes, Job reunía a sus hijos y los ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:4-5, Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Love God And Love Your Neighbor : 5th Commandment Series

Contributed by Michael Larsen on Jul 23, 2019

One reason Jesus is our perfect Savior is because he was a perfect child.

Intro Open your Bibles to Exodus chapter 20 today as we continue our Summer Series entitled “Love God , Love your Neighbor” We are examining the 10 Commandments—God’s moral law—while focusing on Jesus is summary of the commandments found in the New Testament Gospels. The commandments teach us about ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Being A Good Husband Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 20, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore traits of a biblical husband, highlighting the importance of responsibilities beyond financial provision.

As Christians, we often hear that being a good husband means providing for our families financially. However, the Bible teaches us that being a godly husband encompasses much more than just paying the bills. In this sermon, we'll explore traits of a biblical husband, highlighting the importance ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 24:3-4, 1 Peter 3:7

Let Go Off Toxic Relationships. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 8, 2024

Bad relationships can be toxic and harmful to our mental, emotional, and even physical well-being.

Have you ever felt trapped in a relationship that was draining your energy, suffocating your joy, and hindering your walk with God? Maybe it was a toxic friendship, a harmful romantic partnership, or a family bond that was weighing you down. Are you tired of being weighed down by relationships ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-17, Galatians 5:1, Psalm 119:130

Obedient Respectful Children Series

Contributed by David Welch on Apr 18, 2018

58th message from Ephesians discussing the responsibility of children to obey parents.

“Obedient Respectful Children” Introduction Family struggles have been around from the very first family.All through the Bible we encounter both terrific and terrible examples of family dynamics. Ungodly Kids Adam’s kid (Cain) didn’t give his best and got angry when God wasn’t impressed. His ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-3

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance