Sermons on Personal Rights:

First Person Imperative

Contributed by Guy Caley on Nov 24, 2002

The psalmist, David, commands himself to give praise to the Lord and we should too, in every circumstance.

Today you get a linguistics lesson. Those of you who come here all the time know that I don’t stand up here and pontificate on Greek participles and Hebrew verbs every week. First I’m not smart enough, second it’s boring. But today you’re going to hear about Hebrew verbs, because it’s essential ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 103:1-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Christian Is A Person Of Fiath Series

Contributed by Rev Jody Macbeth on Aug 17, 2001

Bible Study on Faith

Title: A Christian is a Person of Faith Text: I Tim 1:2 / I Tim 6:10-12 / II Tim 1:5 I Tim 6:10-12 10 For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows. 11 But thou, O man of God, flee ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 6:10-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Paradox Of Two Personalities

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Aug 26, 2011

Many Christians suffer from the disorder of two personalities - we want to follow Christ but we aren't willing to pay the price

The Paradox of two Personalities I would like to focus this morning on one verse 23 Jesus turned and said to Peter, “Get behind me, Satan! You are a stumbling block to me; you do not have in mind the concerns of God, but merely human concerns.” Last week we saw Jesus calling Peter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Anglican

The Path To Personal Peace

Contributed by Alan Perkins on Sep 15, 2002

We’re all seeking peace, but most fail to find it. Four steps to finding the path to personal peace.

(Note: The title comes from a Rick Warren series; however, the sermon is original) If we took a poll to identify what people want most out of life, what their hopes and dreams revolve around, the list would probably include things like good health; financial prosperity; positive relationships; ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:3, Isaiah 26:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

God And Hurting Persons

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 21, 2009

God has always expressed care for those who hurt; it’s nothing new. But Jesus extended that care to those not like His listeners, and His church is intended to reach the marginal.

This week, while the rest of you were surfing the Internet reading Ken Starr’s report, I was reading my favorite form of literature. I was reading "church bulletin bloopers." Church bulletin bloopers are those funny little errors that creep into church bulletins, maybe because the typist didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Personal Responsibility Series

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Aug 24, 2023

In Joshua 7:10, we find a powerful message from the Lord to Joshua after the defeat of the Israelites at Ai. This verse holds valuable lessons for us today, reminding us of the importance of faith, obedience, and the consequences of sin.

I. Understanding the context (Joshua 7:1-9): To fully grasp the Lord's question to Joshua, we must first understand the context. In this passage, we learn about Achan's disobedience by taking items devoted for destruction from Jericho. This act led to Israel's defeat in the battle of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:10, Ezekiel 18:20, Proverbs 26:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Now It's Personal! Series

Contributed by Craig Cramblet on Mar 10, 2003

This can be a difficult text to preach if there is current conflict in your church. This treatment moves the application to the spiritual plane where our true enemy is working to discourage and destroy God’s people.

"For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms." Ephesians 6:12 Please turn to the person sitting next to you this morning and tell them: "You ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 6:1-14, Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

2001 Person Of The Year

Contributed by Don Schultz on Dec 12, 2001

What is greatness? Jesus redefines it here. Could you fit into the category of "greatness"?

Matthew 11:2-11 2001 Person of the Year The year 2001 is almost over – a little over two weeks to go. Who was the most influential person in the world, this past year? Every year, Time Magazine picks out someone to be their Person of the Year. Here’s the criteria – in the last 12 months, who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Person, The Plan, And The Price Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Dec 26, 2009

The first of a series of Christmas sermons

The Person, the Plan and the Price Text: Luke 1:26-38; Galatians 4:4 By: Ken McKinley (Read Texts) I think one of the biggest mistakes a person can make today is to think that God values what we possess rather than the heart. We need to remember that everything we have, and I mean EVERY THING is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Second Person Of The Trinity

Contributed by Chris Tiller on Dec 12, 2005

What does it mean to say that Jesus is the Second Person of the Trinity? What are some of the errors of understanding that have sometimes confused or deceived people?

In the midst of his earthly ministry, Jesus asked his disciples, “Who do people say the Son of Man is?” They replied, “Some say John the Baptist; others say Elijah; and still others, Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” Jesus then asked them, “What about you? Who do you say that I am?” The gospels ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Person God Uses

Contributed by Bob Soulliere on Jan 16, 2010

One man lost a valuable watch wile working in an icehouse. He searched diligently for it, carefully raking through the sawdust, but did not find it. His fellow workers also looked, but their efforts, too, proved futile. A small boy who heard about the fr

Acts 4:1-35 The Person God Uses In Directions, James Hamilton writes; Before refrigerators, people used icehouses to preserve their food. Icehouses had thick walls, no windows, and a tightly fitted ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Becoming A Kind Person

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 18, 2000

Practical direction for real life found in Deuteronomy. In our day, we need guidance and to have the responsibilities of kindness defined.

As I looked for a theme that unified some of the commands of Deut. 22-25, the word that seemed to do it was kindness. What is kindness? Goodwill. Consideration. Thougtfulness. Gentleness Concern. Thinking of the consequences to others; thinking of the impact of our words and actions upon others, ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Personal Touch Of Christmas Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jan 3, 2008

Christmas wasn’t just a historical event with a message wholly unrelated to its reader. It is a personal message from a personal God to you. It reveals something about you.

This is a brief message shared at the Christmas Dinner on Christmas Day. There is a special blessing in the Christmas message which is often missed by many. • The birth of Jesus is not simply an interesting fact of history and wholly unrelated to your present life • Christmas has to do with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Personal Protective Equipment

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 23, 2021

The sermon tells us we need PPE in order to protect us from Satan's fiery darts.

PPE Personal Protective Equipment Ephesians 6:10-17 1. Paul believes we need to Stand, we need the belt of truth God love and care, • We need the breast plate of righteousness it protected the throat, heart and lungs. • Part of Saint Patrick’s breastplate ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

Denomination: Methodist

The Personality Of Courageous Manhood

Contributed by Ed Cole on Sep 19, 2011

The second of a three-part series on courageous manhood.

Introductory Texts 1. 1 Corinthians 12:1-6 – Diversity in the Spirit 2. 1 Corinthians 15:1 – God is a God of variety 3. Proverbs 13:17 – Reliable communication permits progress Diversity 1. Diversity in the Spirit 2. God has also given us diverse personalities The Diversity Found ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational