Sermons on Pharisaical Attitude:

The Attitude Of A Servant Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 30, 2022

1) A Thankful Spirit (Romans 1:8), 2) A Concerned Spirit (Romans 1:9–10a), and finally 3) A Willing and Submissive Spirit (Romans 1:10b).

Romans 1:8–10. 8 First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith is proclaimed in all the world. 9 For God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in the gospel of his Son, that without ceasing I mention you 10 always in my prayers, asking that somehow by God’s will ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-10

Denomination: Other

The Be-Attitudes Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 6, 2024

Attitudes can open the door to blessing or close the door to blessing! I believe attitude is the number one factor that opens the door to blessings from God. Your attitude to be Christ like determines your position within the Kingdom of Heaven. Attitude is your choice, no one else’s!

Series: Never Seen Before In 2024 Thesis: To see something we have never seen before in 2024 requires us to do something we have never done before! So, what is the “One Thing” you need to do that you have never done before to see your miracle – your breakthrough – a divine revelation or your ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Proverbs 16:18-19, Ephesians 4:32, Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Attitude Of Gratitude Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Gratitude aligns us with God's will, opens the door to His blessings, and transforms our perception of reality. It's about celebrating every good thing, even partial miracles, and turning every situation into an opportunity for praise.

The Bible tells us to be happy, pray a lot, and say thanks no matter what's happening. This is what God wants for us. It's not about finding some secret plan for our lives, but about becoming more like Jesus in every situation. Saying thanks is like the key that unlocks God's blessings. Imagine you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, James 1:17, Philippians 4:8, Genesis 28:16-17

Topics: Thankfulness, Divine Blessings, Spiritual Growth, Faithful Living

There Is A Pharisee In All Of Us

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jul 9, 2013

A sermon on Mark 7:1-23 on the teachings and traditions of the Pharisees (Material and outline taken from Dave Swavely's book, Who Are You to Judge?, chapter 7, Jesus and Legalism; HoHum from: http://www.sermons4kids.com/skin_deep.htm)

HoHum: Isn't this a beautiful apple? The skin is so red and shiny. Just look how smooth it is. It has a beautiful shape and I don't see any spots that look like the bugs or worms have eaten into it. Yes, this is a really good apple. Oh, you might be thinking, "You can't tell if an apple is good by ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Time To Dance

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 17, 2015

Is it okay for Christians to dance? Are rules against dancing just silly man-made rules or are they right? If dancing is okay, what kind of dancing would be right?

the Christian Church has a long history of making up rules that are not in the Bible. Is this right? Is dancing biblical or forbidden? What is the answer? Jesus criticized the Pharisees for making up religious rules that are not in the Bible. One example of this among Christians is the topic of ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:4

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon # 43- No Room For Self-Righteousness Series

Contributed by Andrew Dixon on Jan 22, 2025

Self-righteous Jonah rejoiced over a plant that gave him shade, but had not compassion on the people of Nineveh who genuinely repented of their sins. There’s no room for self-righteousness, as all of us are sinners saved by God's grace alone.

We read in Jonah 4:6, “Then the LORD God made a plant grow up over Jonah to give him some shade, so that he would be more comfortable. Jonah was extremely pleased with the plant.” (GNB) As we studied the life of Jonah there are numerous lessons that we have picked up, both for our personal lives, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:6, Jonah 4:1, Luke 15:28, Luke 15:26-30, Luke 18:10-12, Luke 6:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Other

How Jesus' Life And Ministry Contrasted With The Pharisaical Religious Leaders

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Jesus’ values were based on loving the Lord with all of one’s heart, soul, strength and mind. (Luke 10:27) The Pharisees’ values were rooted in their traditions and their religious laws

How Jesus’ Life and Ministry Contrasted With the Pharisaical Religious Leaders Illustration:The trouble oftentimes with religious people is that they try to be more spiritual than God himself. Frederick Buechner. 1. Jesus’ values were based on loving the Lord with all of one’s heart, soul, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:12-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Displacing Destructive And Devilish Attitudes With Christlike Attitudes

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 19, 2004

One hundred contrasts between destructive and constructive attitudes

Displacing Destructive and Devilish Attitudes with Christlike Attitudes (Eph. 4:20-32) "Putting off what is evil and putting on what is good." Illustration: I once heard a preacher say, "The opposite of love is not hate--it’s self!" That surprising statement reminded me of 2 Timothy 3:1-4, where ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:20-32

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Attitude Check: 2 Challenges To Your Attitude

Contributed by Chris Miller on Apr 10, 2019

Attitude is a major influencer, and Paul issues two challenges to our attitude.

Read Phillippians 4:6-9. Introduction A family who had twin boys wanted to teach them a lesson about attitude. They took each boy and placed him in a room by himself. The room was full of horse manure. They told the boys they had to stay in their rooms for an hour, then they would come get ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-9, Ephesians 3:20, Colossians 3:17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Acceptable Worship Series

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Feb 28, 2002

Jesus confronts Pharisaic tradition.

Acceptable Worshi) Mark 7:1-23 INTRO.: As we read the second through the seventh chapters of the Gospel of Mark, it seems to me there is a major emphasis on the controversy between the Pharisees and Jesus. The great expositor, G. Campbell Morgan, thought Jesus was intentionally confronting the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Freedom From Religion Series

Contributed by Wade Allen on Oct 3, 2007

A challenge to avoid being Pharisaical in the church.

The Apostle Paul had an interesting style of ministry. Paul would travel to a city, get to know a few people, plant a church, then stay around as long as it took (usually a couple years) until the church was self-sufficient. Then he would pack up and move to a new city and start the process all ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-33

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Contrasting Between Bad Attitudes And The Be-Attitudes Of Jesus

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Bad Attitudes Self-righteous attitudes that say I am right and others are flat out wrong.

Bad Attitudes Self-righteous attitudes that say I am right and others are flat out wrong. Taking credit for every good thing that happens Prideful thinking Refusal to forgive others Indifference to those who have experience adversity, tragedy or loss Cold, callous, and calculating thinking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Holiness: Holy Mess, Batman! Series

Contributed by John Knight on Feb 9, 2003

Overcoming Pharisaic tendencies in our quest for holiness.

"Holiness: Heresy & Heritage" "Holiness: Holy Mess, Batman!" "For I tell you, unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven." Matthew 5:20 (RSV) Batman & Robin Sticky, confusing predicaments would warrant "holy ‘’ ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:20

Denomination: Holiness

The Heart Of The Father

Contributed by Louis J Locke on Aug 26, 2024

We can learn much from the parable of the ‘prodigal son.’ We learn from the ‘prodigal,’ the elder brother, and about the heart of Father God.

“The Heart of the Father” Luke 15:11-32 We can learn much from the parable of the ‘prodigal son.’ We learn from the ‘prodigal,’ the elder brother, and about the heart of Father God. 1. Things we know about the heart of Father God • "I will seek what ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Foursquare

Worship: An Attitude Of The Heart

Contributed by R Davis on Oct 18, 2000

Main Idea: Selfishness, pride and bitterness are all attitudes that will keep us from celebrating God’s presence in worship Interrogative: What are the barriers that will keep us from celebrating God’s presence in worship Intro: This past week on vacation, my wife and I carried my mom to visit

Main Idea: Selfishness, pride and bitterness are all attitudes that will keep us from celebrating God’s presence in worship Interrogative: What are the barriers that will keep us from celebrating God’s presence in worship Intro: This past week on vacation, my wife and I carried my mom to visit ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-8