Sermons on Perfecting:

Woman, Behold Thy Son

Contributed by Rodney Fry on Apr 3, 2022

“Woman, behold thy son.” Expression of affection by the perfect man

Woman, Behold Thy Son John 19:25 I. Introduction A. The First Three Words from the Cross 1. “Father, forgive them.” Expression of forgiveness by the perfect Son 2. “Today thou shalt be with me in paradise.” Expression of assurance ...read more

Scripture: John 19:25

Denomination: Baptist

Love The Lord Your God: Parenting Beyond Your Capacity

Contributed by Andy Payne on Oct 30, 2010

The reality is there is no perfect family. There is no perfect parent, parenting style, or parenting trick. “... God is more interested in using broken people than He is creating a better picture.”

Love the Lord your God Family Camp 2010 Intro: Perfect parents Parenting Beyond your Capacity Book by Reggie Joiner & Carey Nieuwhof “God isn’t holding up a perfect picture; He’s writing a bigger story.” Images of what the ideal family is Flood of parenting books, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4

Denomination: Baptist

Father Knows Best:: Encouraging Fathers & Obedient Children Series

Contributed by Rickey Bennett on Aug 15, 2009

God is glorified when parents in general and fathers in particular encourage their children to obey for when they do so they reflect God’s perfect love and Jesu’s perfect obediedence.

INTRODUCTION Good morning! My name is Rickey Bennett. I’m one of the pastors here at Warrior Gospel Disciples! No matter if this is your first time, last time or sometime in between I’m glad that you’re here. In case you haven’t noticed, Jesus as Lord and Savior is loved, worshipped, and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:20-21

Denomination: *other

Trust In God Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Aug 6, 2020

“Do you have a deep, consistent, abiding sense of peace?” What is the indicator of perfect peace? If you have an undisturbed and sound sleep, then you are at perfect peace. Read further...

Text: Isaiah 26:1-4 Theme: Trust in the Lord Introduction: The Lord is good; His love endures forever. God willing, we will meditate on the theme, HOPE AMIDST DESPAIR, throughout August. Almost all of us are going through tough situations, hopelessness despite resources and people around us. Our ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

The Ultimate Wedding Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 2, 2021

The new heaven and the new earth will be their wedding gift from God. This is the beginning of the most romantic adventure conceivable as this happy couple, perfect in themselves, enjoy together a perfect universe forever.

Romance is the greatest power in the universe. It is the motivating power that will produce the new heaven and the new earth, and it is the power behind much of what has been created in this earth. The spectacular Hilton Hotel chain that goes around the world is a good example. It was not just ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-9

The Law Written On Your Heart Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 29, 2014

Man’s judgment is blind. We all have blind spots in our character others may see, but we can’t. God’s judgment is perfect. He has no flaws, no character deficiencies, so His judgment is perfect because His character is perfect.

INTRODUCTION I get a lot of funny things over the internet, some funnier than others. The other day, someone sent me a list of interesting questions. One of them really stuck out in my mind. If a man is standing out in a forest all by himself, and there are no women around, and he speaks, is he ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Savior's Example Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Dec 6, 2003

Part 2 of 4 from the "Why Did My Savior Come to Earth?" series. Jesus came to provide salvation and to be the perfect sacrifice. In so doing he became the Perfect Example.

The Savior’s Example Philippians 2:5—11 INTRODUCTION "Why did my Savior come to earth, and to the humble go? Why did he choose a lowly birth? Because he loved me so! Why did He drink the bitter cup of sorrow, pain and woe? Why on the cross be lifted up? Because he loved me so! He loved me ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Paradise Lost Paradise Regained Series

Contributed by Richard White on Feb 16, 2008

When God created the universe, he created it perfect. We lost that perfection that paradise when we sinned. Through Christ we have paradise regained by being Born Again.

Paradise Lost and regained The original intent of Creation was to live in a Paradise atmosphere where all was peaceful. Jacob understood this. In Genesis 49:28 he blesses the twelve tribes he blessed them appropriately. The writer sums up in unequivocal terms the substance of Jacob’s words to ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lord Jesus, Make Me Whole! Series

Contributed by Bright Adeyeye on Oct 30, 2019

In the beginning, man was perfect, complete and whole. But, when Adam and Eve sinned, the perfect design of man was destroyed. Wholeness is a gift of God, and free of cost to any who would ask.

LORD JESUS, MAKE ME WHOLE! “And the Lord God formed man of the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living being.” Genesis 2:7. In the beginning, God created a physical body from the earth and then breathed His Spirit into it. The Spirit gave ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:7, Luke 17:11-19, John 4:16-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Reject Plan A And God Effects Plan B, Which Is Sweeter

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 19, 2024

The Father sent His Son as His perfect image and as the perfect human to take our death upon Himself so that He might earn for us His own eternal life.

Friday of the 33rd Week in Course 2024 The Book we call “Revelations” is surely one of the most complex literature items ever written or read. Yet these words have within them a sure picture of the reality of God’s plan. To state that plan simply: God created humans in His own image and gave ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 10:8-11, Luke 19:45-48

Denomination: Catholic

How To Use The Lord's Prayer As A Model

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Prayer is the prelude to peace, the prologue to power, the preface to purpose, and the pathway to perfection!

Jesus prayed earnestly, purposefully, and with certainty. He knew that God answers prayer. "The Lord’s prayer" was given during Christ’s Sermon on the Mount to provide an example for how we should approach the throne of grace. Prayer is the prelude to peace, the prologue to power, the preface to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Everlasting Righteousness Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 1, 2001

THE PERFECTION OF GOD’S RIGHTEOUSNESS IS THE PATHWAY TO THE PERMANENCE OF GOD’S RIGHTEOUSNESS

BIG IDEA: THE PERFECTION OF GOD’S RIGHTEOUSNESS IS THE PATHWAY TO THE PERMANENCE OF GOD’S RIGHTEOUSNESS (:13) THESIS: GOD IS RIGHTEOUS IN ESSENCE AND IN EXECUTION (WHO HE IS AND WHAT HE DOES) A. Righteous in Essence = Who He Is "Righteous art Thou, O Lord" B. Righteous in Execution = What He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:137-144

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Standing Room Only

Contributed by Edward Frey on Nov 14, 2003

Christ has offered the perfect sacrifice for all time. There is no need for more.

If you’ve gone to a popular nightclub or a new restaurant, then you know about SRO – standing room only. SRO is an acronym used by some in the entertainment or restaurant business. If your franchise is in a state of SRO, that’s good. It means your establishment is packed to the gills. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:11-18

Denomination: Lutheran

The Father Of The Faithful Series

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jun 3, 2003

The greatness of Abraham was not moral perfection, but in getting back to God and believing again.

FATHER OF ALL THE FAITHFUL. Romans 4:11-18 11 So Abraham is the spiritual father of those who have faith but have not been circumcised. They are made right with God by faith. 12 And Abraham is also the spiritual father of those who have been circumcised, but only if they have the same kind of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:11-18, Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Constant Focus

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on May 4, 2007

Changing our focus so it is on God - his position, power, and perfection.

OUR CONSTANT FOCUS - REV. 4 I. Introduction The very first time I went whitewater rafting was one summer when I worked at a Christian camp in central Alberta. We got some instructions on the bank before setting out, had a lengthly discussion about safety equipment and procedures, and some ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist