Sermons on personal edification: showing 526-540 of 145,312

Bible Truths Vs Personal Preferences Series

Contributed by Jeff Poor on Feb 21, 2017

Our personal preferences do not hold the same weight as Biblical truths.

GUIDANCE Genesis 24:1-27 INTRODUCTION Christian people are often keen to know the leading of God in their lives. But how are we to know what God’s will is? We may find the answer to this important question when we look at Abraham’s servant in Genesis 24. First, though, what do we know about ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Peter Speaks - A First Person Narrative Series

Contributed by Jamie Bogaard on May 2, 2017

Peter speaks about some of his experiences with Jesus over the past three years. He recounts the struggles and emotions of what happens during Holy Week. Where is Jesus? Is he really alive? What does the mean?

Peter Speaks Various accounts from the gospels about Holy Week EASTER – April 16, 2017 You are welcome to use this first person narrative. It was a joy to write and a joy to share. I was just finishing a series on Peter but it could be used anytime but especially around Good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:31-38, John 13:21-38, Matthew 27:11-66, Luke 23:1-55, Luke 24:1-12, Luke 5:1-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Friends

Liars, Crooks, Insensitives And The Person In The Mirror Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 27, 2017

All believers share the same foundational Christian ethics, at least to some degree So let us consider some piercing ethical questions of ourselves.

Know A Compulsive Liar, Crook, Proverbs 25:18-20 1. The stereotypical pastor is old, has a collar around his neck, and never cracks a smile. He exists to spread gloom and cap joy. 2. Stereotypes are, by nature, ridiculous. For example, we associate many stereotypes when we think of dads. 3. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:18-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Stupid Breeds Stupid... As A Person Thinks....

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 14, 2017

They say: 85% of people never think? 10% of people think they think? 5% of people think? It is that 5% that think that change the church and the world!

STUPID BREEDS STUPID...AS A PERSON THINKS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I do this in several parts. While the USA has the highest standard of living in the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:7, 2 Corinthians 5:7, 2 Timothy 3:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God In Three Persons-Blessed Trinity

Contributed by Craig Condon on Jun 13, 2015

God is Father, Son and Spirit, co-equals united in mutual love and divine essence. When we remember this, we can understand what Jesus meant when he said that he and the Father and the Spirit are one.

The minister gave his Sunday morning service, as usual, but this particular Sunday, it was considerably longer than normal. Later, at the door, shaking hands with parishioners as they moved out, one man said, "Your sermon, Pastor, was simply wonderful - so invigorating and inspiring and ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Anglican

My Personal Walk With God's Spirit Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Aug 5, 2015

I introduce this series of messages with a personal accounting of where I have been lately in things Spiritual.

Before we get started… I recently overheard, on a webcast, two leaders in what is being labeled the renewal/revival movement discussing just when it is proper to raise people from the dead. I won’t share their conclusions, but simply note how astounding it is that the discussion is ...read more

Scripture: John 4:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Can A Saved Person Dabble In The Occult? Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 28, 2016

There are consequences when a child of God attempts to practise the pagan arts. Saul paid an awful price for his disobedience, even dragging many others into judgement.

“In those days the Philistines gathered their troops for war in order to fight Israel. Achish said to David, ‘You should fully understand that you and your men must go with me into the battle.’ David replied to Achish, ‘That being the case, you will come to know what your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 28:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Person God Chooses....and Uses

Contributed by Pastor Dr. Tim Awotide on Jun 15, 2016

"Take this rod in thine hand" Weak and Meek Ones Can Reach Hurting People for Christ.

Introduction A. Moses Called to Deliver Enslaved, Hurting People (1) He was God's man of the hour (2) All Christians have a similar call B. Needed : Millions to Be Used Like Moses (1) What kind of man was Moses? (2) Can God use you and me? Body A. In Speaking, He Was WEAK (Ex. ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Healing Of Three Physically Challenged Persons

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 12, 2015

Here Jesus heals three physically challenged persons. Jesus' power over sin, sickness, and demons would prove Him Messiah to some, to others His empowering would prove Him intolerable.

MATTHEW 9: 27-34 [THE MESSIAH REVEALED SERIES] THE HEALING OF THREE PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED PERSONS [Isaiah 35:5-26] Following the account of the miracle within a miracle where Jesus takes time to heal a woman while on His way to raise a dead child, are Jesus' healing of three physically ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:27-34

Denomination: Baptist

Light Living - Being A Person Of Light!

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 29, 2017

1. People of Light are People of Love 2. People of Light don't Adopt Lifestyles of Darkness 3. People of Light Wear God's Armor of Light

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14 (Call to worship - Psalm 149) Theme: Light Living - Being a Person of Light 1. People of Light are People of Love 2. People of Light don't Adopt Lifestyles of Darkness 3. People of Light Wear God's Armor of Light INTRO: Grace and peace from God our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Nazarene

The Holy Spirit Our Personal Trainer

Contributed by John Gaston on Mar 23, 2016

Gyms have “personal trainers” to help patrons get the maximum benefit out of using the gym equipment.Christianity too has a personal trainer to help Christians be conformed to the image of Jesus -- The Holy Spirit!

THE HOLY SPIRIT OUR PERSONAL TRAINER INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. My father and I belong to the religion of Sikhism. We both wear the traditional turban and often encounter strange comments and questions. Once, in a restaurant, a child stared with amazement at my father. She finally got the courage to ...read more

Scripture: John 16:13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Significance Of The Person And Work Of Jesus Christ Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 6, 2010

In the person of Christ we are presented with two complete and integrated natures, the human and the divine. At his birth He was named “Jesus”, the Greek form of Joshua, meaning “the Lord Saves”. Jesus is not man becoming God but God incarnated into fl

“I am the Alpha and the Omega ­— the Beginning and the End. To all who are thirsty I will give the springs of the water of life without charge” Revelation 21:6 In the person of Christ we are presented with two complete and integrated natures, the human and the divine. At his birth He was named ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Hardest Person In The World To Forgive….myself. Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Apr 27, 2008

God has forgivn us now it is time to forgive ourselves.

The hardest person in the world to forgive….myself. Matt 26:69-75 Last week we started a series of sermons that I call “About the F word.” We started with the subject of “Ultimate forgiveness.” I suggested that “Ultimate Forgiveness” is that the forgiveness that every person feels a need for ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:69-75

Denomination: Congregational

What Happens When A Person Dies? Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Sep 5, 2013

What will we be like for eternity?

INTRODUCTION This is the second message in the series, “Heaven: An insider’s guide.” Last week I invited you to email me your questions about heaven and I’ve received several dozen good questions. I was surprised to learn the most popular question asked is, “Will ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

"Online Versus In-Person Service”

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Oct 12, 2020

After more than six months, our congregation enjoys the convenience of online services, would that create a new habit that will continue even after the pandemic ends? Can on-line replace in-person Sunday service?

“Online Versus In-Person Service” Opening: A 2019 survey published by Erin Duffin on Jan 17, 2020, showed 23 percent of Americans attend a church or synagogue every week, 10% almost every week, and 12% at least once a month. So, 45% ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25, Matthew 16:18, Acts 2:46, Acts 5:29, John 4:24, 1 Corinthians 6:19  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational