Sermons on Pure Living:

The Danger Of Presumptous Living

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Jul 17, 2005

This Sermon urges us to consider the brevity of human life and the little control that we have over its span.

Solomon says that visiting a funeral is greater than visiting a party. At a party, people think more about that night of festivity and folly. But at a funeral, we are inclined to think about eternity. James in our text, ask a great question; "What is Your Life?" It is even a vapor that appears for ...read more

Scripture: James 4:14

Denomination: Baptist

Because He Lives

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 3, 2004

This sermon is a New Year’s call to remember some important foundational truths for the Christian life.

“BECAUSE HE LIVES” Romans 8:28-39 INTRO – “In the cellar of your heart lurk the ghosts of yesterday’s sins. Sins you’ve confessed; errors of which you’ve repented; damage you’ve done your best to repair…Do yourself a favor. Purge the cellar. Exorcise your basement. Take the Romans nails of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-39

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Surrendered Life! Series

Contributed by Stan Rodda on Nov 16, 2004

This message tries to help the listener realize that God can do amazing things for them if only they will surrender to Him and His agenda for their lives.

Living a Surrendered Life! Victory or Defeat? Which do you prefer? HS football coach The world says “never surrender” What is surrender? Yield to another, give up, resign Everyone is surrendered to something Mt. 6:24 You are surrendered to God or you’re not! Despise- give up Mammon- ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thoughts On Living With Thanksgiving Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Nov 16, 2004

Learning about thanksgiving from Paul and Barnabas’ experience in Lystra

SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 14:8-20 (read with points) TITLE: “THOUGHTS ON LIVING WITH THANKSGIVING” INTRODUCTION: A. In certain regions of Mexico, hot and cold springs are found side by side. Because of the convenience ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:8-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Secret Of Thanks Living

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 21, 2004

The secret of thankful living is found in a grateful heart.

The Secrets of Thanks Living Luke 17:11-19 November 21, 2004 Thanksgiving Message Is anyone here familiar with the writings of Rudyard Kipling? He is best known for writing Riki Tiki Tavi and the Jungle Book. At one time Kipling was one of the most popular writers in the world. In fact, his ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Church Of God

Living Life In The Spirit

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Nov 22, 2004

Steps to live a life in the spirit with evident fruit.

*1 Cor. 1:21-29 ?it pleased God through the foolishness of the message preached to save those who believe. 22 For Jews request a sign, and Greeks seek after wisdom; 23 but we preach Christ crucified, to the Jews a stumbling block and to the Greeks foolishness, 24 but to those who are called, both ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:21-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living The Love Of Christ

Contributed by Christian Cheong on May 26, 2004

Be motivated by the Love of Christ, and nothing else. Pray that we will apprehend the greatness of His love.

Following last week’s passage, where we see how a sinful woman expressed great affection for Jesus - Luke 7:36ff. The sinful woman came into Simon’s house, wet Jesus’ feet with her tears and wiped with her hair. Kissed His feet and poured perfumed on His feet. All these actions were expression of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Busyness In Our Lives

Contributed by Jon Daniels on May 27, 2004

This sermon focuses on the need for Christians to simplify their lives and establish a regular time to fellowship with God.

BUSYNESS IN OUR LIVES All live extremely busy lives, no matter our age: - Children - Teenagers - Young adults - Middle age adult - Senior adults When we read Jesus words in Matt. 11:28-30, we wonder how that could ever be true in our lives. Does not sound possible in our world. - How can we find ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom For Successful Living Series

Contributed by Curtis Rowe on Aug 4, 2008

Disciplines which contribute to Godly success.

Wisdom for Successful Living Jeremiah 35 The Rechabites were descendents of Moses father-in-law Jethro. They were God-fearing people with a strong testimony in Israel. As we saw last week, the newly anointed king Jehu chose Jonadab the son of Rechab to ride with him in his chariot as he cleaned ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 35:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

Victorious Christian Living

Contributed by John Butler on Mar 5, 2008

Learn How to live triumphantly in Christ.

The Victorious Christian Life 1) The Possibility of a victorious life... a) Victory on Earth The Bible teaches glorious victory over sin for every believer. 1Jo 5:4 For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith. John isn’t ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4-22, John 10:10

Encounters With The Living Christ

Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Mar 17, 2008

Often we do not recognize when God is at work in our lives. Even those that walked with Jesus had difficulty recognizing the Risen Lord (Ideas for this sermon taken from an article entitled A Manifold Resurrection by John Witte and a Christianity Today

Introduction As I was reading the accounts of the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ … most started with … Mk 15:22 Then they brought Him to the place Golgotha, which is translated, Place of a Skull. (Picture- skull/cross bones, Tina Manthorpe) There is a principle that unfolds out of ...read more

Scripture: John 20:1-22

Denomination: Charismatic

Living At A Higher Level

Contributed by Carl Willis on Dec 26, 2007

This vision message was given to chart a course and long range goals for my church. This message was given at the end of my first year with them.

Ephesians 5:2 (NLT) Live a life filled with love for others, following the example of Christ, who loved you and gave himself as a sacrifice to take away your sins. And God was pleased, because that sacrifice was like sweet perfume to him. The Line in the Sand - Evangelistically effective - ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living Beyond Today Series

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Dec 26, 2007

A sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Advent that helps us see that despite troubles, God has not deserted us and that we are still blessed.

As we continue in this Advent season it is important to remember that we are not just preparing for Christmas but when Jesus comes again as our saviour and our judge. In today’s Gospel reading we hear of John being in trouble because he was a witness of Jesus. John’s story of following Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-11

Denomination: Lutheran

Live Worthy Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Ronald Thorington on Jan 1, 2008

If you put Christ first in your life, that commitment will be tested.

#12 6-10-07 Live Worthy of the Gospel Text; Philippians 1:27-30 Introduction, When you make Christ the center of your life, your commitment will be tested? I. Standing Firm (1:27b) A. Standing firm defined: 1. Holding one’ ground regardless of danger. 2. Strength in the midst of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fruitful Christian Living

Contributed by Don Baggett on Jan 4, 2008

Jesus said that we, as His disciples, are to bear fruit. God told Adam and Eve to be fruitful and multiply, replenish the earth, and subdue it. The fruitful, the multiplying, and the other things are not all the same thing; in other words, it means mor

I must admit, that while I’ve read this little section of Scripture many times, I have usually read over it pretty quickly, not taking the time to understand it’s meaning. Here’s a man sowing some seed, and the next involvement he has with it, is when he comes to harvest it. Now, we understand ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-29

Denomination: Baptist