Sermons about Restraining Sensual Indulgence

Holiness: Holy Mess, Batman! Series

Contributed by John Knight on Feb 9, 2003

based on 9 ratings

| 3,738 views

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 Power Of A Choice

Contributed by Edwin Strickland on Feb 15, 2003

based on 86 ratings

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This sermon looks at the ability of the believer to make choices based on the wisdom of God for an effective life.

The Power Of A Choice Genesis 13:10-13 I want to begin today by telling you that we live in a very sensual society. On a daily basis people make decisions thinking only of what will gratify their physical appetites. So many of the choices that are made never look beyond the here and now. We ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 13:10-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How A Husband Should Treat His Wife

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 21, 2000

based on 115 ratings

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The Biblical way a husband is to treat his wife

EPH. 5:25-28 "HOW A HUSBAND SHOULD TREAT HIS WIFE" A) Here in this chapter, Paul is comparing the church to the relationship of husband & wife. * It’s interesting to compare the church to the first bride in the Bible, Eve. B) She was taken from Adam’s side and Christ’s side was pierced for us on ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Devil's Wisdom Series

Contributed by Daniel Colvin on Feb 20, 2004

based on 6 ratings

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Watch your tongue and attitude that it may not create or sow confusion in the body of believers.

The Devils’ Wisdom (Who are we listening to) James 3:13-18 Introduction In a book published some years ago, Canon Roger Lloyd an archdemon within Satanism, instructs disciples on an ancient and effective piece of satanic strategy. “Insert yourself into the simple situations which call for plain ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Holy Spirit's Effect On Our Lifestyle

Contributed by Andy Almendarez on Apr 5, 2004

based on 4 ratings

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Should we withdraw from the political life of the republic into a monastic life?

The Holy Spirit’s Effect On Our Lifestyle Acts 2:14-16 Conservative political leader Paul Weyrich caused a stir in Washington recently by calling on those who still believe in our traditional, Bible based Christian culture to separate themselves as much as possible from a corrupt disintegrating ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:14-16

Denomination: Holiness

The Night They Saw The Writing On The Wall

Contributed by Guy Glass on Sep 2, 2004

based on 19 ratings

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God is both a God of patience, and a God of swift judgment. Here in this chapter we see the swiftness by which God executes His judgment on sin!

THE NIGHT THEY SAW THE WRITING ON THE WALL Daniel 5:1-31 INTRODUCTION: This chapter gives us a view of an occurrence that we are watching, and have absolutely no control over the ending. We are seeing a tragedy in the making. This very night one kingdom will cease to exist, and another will take ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 5:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Unfailing Love

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Feb 9, 2001

based on 151 ratings

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Learning about the power behind agape love.

WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE WORD "LIFE," THE WORD "LOVE" IS THE MOST IMPORTANT ABSTRACT TERM IN THE ENTIRE BIBLE. LOVE, OF COURSE, WAS ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT ELEMENTS OF THE TEACHING OF JESUS. LOVE IS WHAT DESCRIBES THE NATURE OF GOD, PROVIDES THE BASIS OF CHRISTIAN ETHICS, AND MANIFESTS THE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Free Methodist

Legion’s Legacy—part 3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 12, 2002

based on 8 ratings

| 4,162 views

Jesus encountered a demoniac in the country of the Gerasenes/Gadarenes. Demons in close association with people leave their mark upon humanity. What is the legacy of demonic influence? ...of demons in close association with people? Part 3 of a 3-part ser

LEGION’S LEGACY—Part III—Luke 8:26-39 Jesus encountered a demoniac in the country of the Gerasenes/Gadarenes. Demons in close association with people leave their mark upon those people. What is the legacy of demons in close association with people? Legion’s Legacy is... 1. SQUALOR ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:26-39

Denomination: Baptist

The Abundant Life

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Oct 5, 2006

based on 10 ratings

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Keys to the abundant life promised and provided in Christ.

It is easy to become disillusioned in this life. Heartaches come. Dreams remain unrealized. Hopes, sometimes, are dashed. Jesus came to set these things right. In John 10:10 Jesus states, “The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Reality Check

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 15, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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What does it take to keep us going in the right direction, a reality check, an attitude adjustment, or a wake up call? Which will it take for you?

REALITY CHECK There is three things that the Church needs this morning and that is; 1. A reality check (Refire and refocus on the things having eternal concerns. 2 Cor 13:55 Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:55

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Solomon: Not The Man He Used To Be Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 24, 2006

based on 17 ratings

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Solomon’s downfall occurred when he was older because he gave into the temptation of the elderly: focusing upon himself rather than the Kingdom’s future generations.

Solomon: Not the Man He Used to Be (I Kings 11) 1. People are better off when they care about other people: Mamie Adams [an elderly widow] always went to a branch post office in her town because the postal employees there were friendly. She went there to buy stamps just before Christmas one ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 11:1-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Love Song

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Oct 7, 2007

based on 6 ratings

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Song of Songs shows us how mature, enduring love is expressed. Love is blessed, consecrated when we see God as our greatest Lover, Who gives us a capacity for life-changing love.

“Love Song” -Song of Songs 2:1-7 Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts (I assure you, this will be a “G-Rated” sermon) You don’t hear too many messages on the Song of Solomon, and most people don’t know what to make of this earthy, poetic book. To add to the ...read more

Scripture: Song of Songs 2:1-7

Denomination: Congregational

Dream To Reality

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Jan 11, 2008

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Certain dreams can be realized when we are willing to engage in helpful disciplines.

DREAM TO REALITY Genesis 39:1-23 How should we live from dream to reality? Achieving the reality of our dream requires certain disciplines. Note that Joseph’s success was the result of God’s blessing on his life and works. However, even if Joseph’s success was dependent on God, he ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

When God Comes Down

Contributed by James O. Davis on Dec 12, 2006

based on 40 ratings

| 15,846 views

Why is there no revival today in North America? We cannot say that there is no revival because of the disunity of God’s people. We cannot say that there is no revival because we have not been evangelistic enough today.

James O. Davis is the founder and president of Second Billion (TM). You are invited to learn more about Second Billion by visiting www.billion.tv. WHEN GOD COMES DOWN By James O. Davis (Isaiah 64) Introduction Why is there no revival today in North America? We cannot say that there is no ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Within The Veil

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Oct 14, 2010

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Any church not built within the veil was not built by Jesus.

Within the Veil September 29, 2010 Opening Illustration A If you’ve ever been in a bad thunderstorm, out in it, you know what it’s like not to fully aware of your surroundings. 1 Stuck in the middle of a lake when the sky broke open, rain in buckets. a In between lightning strikes, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

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