Sermons on Pursuit Of Righteousness:

Grace, Not License To Sin Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 1, 2025

The Bible warns us that a life of continuous sin renders us unfit to represent the Kingdom of God.

As believers, we are reminded that the gifts of God are irrevocable, yet they are contingent upon our willingness to walk in righteousness. The Bible warns us that a life of continuous sin renders us unfit to represent the Kingdom of God. A true servant of the Lord must embody the teachings of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Philippians 2:3-8, John 8:11

Selflessness: Fundamentals

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 14, 2010

As we look at what it means to be a Christian the first fundamental issue we will look at is selflessness.

Selflessness: Fundamentals July 11, 2010 Luke 9:23-27 Intro: One of the purposes of a sabbatical is to get some space from the day-to-day demands, to “step back” and gain some different perspectives, and to return with something new to offer. First I want to say “thank ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23-27

Denomination: Baptist

Righteousness Is Your Armor; Your Sword Is The Gospel (Ephesians 6:10-20) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 25, 2022

How to effectively take the fight to Satan: walk worthily of the gospel, and share the gospel.

Let's start today by simply reading Ephesians 6:10: Finally, become strong in the Lord and in the might of his power. Paul here begins by signaling the letter is nearing its end. "Finally." And I find myself being sad about that. I've enjoyed this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Abraham, A Man Challenged #13 Series

Contributed by Raymond Smith on Jan 20, 2008

The Potency of Righteousness

Abraham, a man of Challenge, Faith and Promise The Potency of Righteousness Reading: Genesis 18:16-22 Last time we were looking at this chapter, we looked at the terrible tendency of human nature to accept the Status Quo, as somehow being the inevitable, unchangeable, the "this is the way it ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:16-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Harvest Thanksgiving, Even In Suffering

Contributed by Matthew Oliver on Mar 18, 2016

A reflection on the appropriateness of thanksgiving and glorifying God, even in the midst of intense personal suffering. Contrasted with the First World expectation of self-actualization.

Genesis 2:4-25, Ps 126, Matthew 6:25-33 “But if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is alive and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, will he not much more clothe you, O men of little faith? 6:31 Therefore do not be anxious, saying, —What shall we eat?’ or —What ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-33

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Portrait Of A Servant (Part 1) Series

Contributed by David Owens on Aug 19, 2024

The eight Beatitudes of Matthew 5 provide a clear portrait of the spiritual characteristics of a servant. This sermon covers the first four of the beatitudes in the portrait of a servant.

Introduction: A. Do you like to ask kids what they want to be when they grow up? I do. 1. Unlike the minion in the picture, I don’t ask them because I am still looking for ideas! 2. I like to ask them to see what is going on in their little heads. 3. This picture on the screen is a good ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Taking The Right Road To Peace.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Dec 16, 2022

“If I must choose between righteousness and peace, I choose righteousness.” The good news is that you don’t have to choose, because righteousness and peace always travel together! Righteousness produces peace.

Taking The Right Road To Peace. Isaiah 32:17–18 Theodore Roosevelt said, “If I must choose between righteousness and peace, I choose righteousness.” The good news is that you don’t have to choose, because righteousness and peace always travel together! Righteousness produces peace. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 32:17-18, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Choose The Right Outfit (Ephesians 4:17-24) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Sep 22, 2025

Every day, we wake up, and choose whether we will put on our old way of life-- the ratty, stained, lifestyle-- or if we'll put on the new clothing of righteousness. Choose the clean clothing.

I'd like to start today by giving a quick overview of Paul's letter to the Ephesians, up to this point. At this point in history, God has now revealed his once secret plan for all of his creation. Paul describes this plan using three different metaphors. The first, is that God is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Striving To Succeed In 2019

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Dec 28, 2015

This lesson deals with Paul’s self-confession and desire to succeed in his “pursuit of Christ” and "the prize of the high calling of God." He provides a plan for all who are “striving to succeed,” in their pursuit of Christ. It begs our attention.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Release the Past 2. Reach for the Present 3. Race toward the Prize Remarks. 1. This lesson deals with believers striving to succeed – in their pursuit of Christ, and their desire to be well pleasing to God. The motto of the Lexus motorcar is the “Pursuit of Perfection.” ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Separation From The World Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 14, 2018

The only reward Paul wanted from the Corinthians was conduct in accordance with the Gospel of Christ.

July 25, 2014 Tom Lowe The Second Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians Lesson II.C.1.b: Separation from the world. (6:14–7:4) 2nd Corinthians 6:11-13 (NKJV) 14 Do not be unequally yoked together with unbelievers. For what fellowship has righteousness with lawlessness? And what ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18, 2 Corinthians 7:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Abimelech: Who’s In Charge Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 26, 2009

ABIMELECH TYPIFIES THE PURSUIT OF OUR WAY RATHER THAN GOD’S WAY.

Abimelech -- Who’s in Charge Lessons on Having It Your Way with God Judges 9 8/2/09 INTRODUCTION James Trafficant Born into a working-class, Catholic family in Youngstown, Ohio, He graduated from Cardinal Mooney High School in 1959 and the University of Pittsburgh in 1963 (where he was a ...read more

Scripture: Judges 9:1-57

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Chasing After The Wind

Contributed by Monty Newton on Aug 3, 2010

We can live a meaningful life4 in a world filled with vain pursuits.

Title: Chasing After the Wind Text: Ecclesiastes 1:12-18 Thesis: We can live a meaningful life in a world filled with vain pursuits. Introduction: The Book of Ecclesiastes is one of my favorite bible books… despite its reputation as somewhat of a downer, I find it to be filled with wit ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 1:12-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Looking Back, Looking Ahead Series

Contributed by Troy Walliser on Feb 23, 2023

Allow the truth of the WORD not the attraction of the WORLD to determine your life’s pursuit.

Looking Back, Looking Ahead Acts 20:17-25 We arrive at Acts 20 in our ongoing series through the book of Acts this morning. My goal has been complete this series by Christmas. We have 10 Sundays, including today, until Christmas - and we have 9 chapters remaining in the book of Acts. We're ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-25

Denomination: Baptist

The True Happiness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

True happiness is found not in worldly pursuits, but in a relationship with God and delighting in His Word.

Good morning, Church Family! Today we're going to be diving into Psalm 1, a passage that talks about true happiness and the blessings that flow from it. In our search for happiness, we often look in the wrong places, don't we? We chase after money, power, or popularity, thinking that they'll make ...read more

Topics: Happiness

The Mission Of The Christian

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jan 3, 2001

Essentials For Growth

A. Represent Christian Righteousness. 1. Jas. 2:17 "faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead." 2. Rom. 8:2 "Because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit of life set me free from the law of sin and death". 3. Eph. 4:24 "Put on the new self, created ...read more

Scripture: James 2:17, Mark 16:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational