Sermons about Restraining Sensual Indulgence

Keys To Contentment Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Dec 18, 2001

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How to find contentment when we’re dissatisfied with our job, our faith, and our income.

Have you ever really wanted something? I mean wanted something so badly that you could taste it, so bad that you thought your life would be empty and meaningless until you got it. Maybe it was a certain toy growing up, or a certain kind of car, or a relationship, maybe even a motorcycle. As you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Test Of Loving My Neighbor

Contributed by Abraham Shanklin on Jan 31, 2004

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One of the main purposes of 1 John is to help the Christian, the child of God to know that they are truly in a right relationship with God, to know that your standing is true in the Lord.

Living the Life Series: The Test of Loving My Neighbor Scripture Reference: 1 John 2:7 – 11 Introduction I agree with one pastor who stated that he had yet to meet anyone who actually likes to take tests. In fact some people have a phobia about taking tests, they freeze up as soon as the test is ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Witch's Invitation Series

Contributed by Johnny Small on Jan 18, 2002

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3rd in series of Taking Up Your Cross in Today’s World. This sermon is to inform Christians of the snares of the occult and how to recognize them.

A Witch’s Invitation Several years ago Christian music artist Carman produced a song and video entitled "A Witch’s Invitation." Very seldom do you hear Christian artist or even Pastors telling about the snares of the occult. What I want to discuss tonight is the occult. The definition of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-19, Isaiah 47:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Practicing God's Presence Series

Contributed by Brian Atwood on Dec 9, 2006

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Heightening your ability to enjoy the presence of God promised through Emmanuel, God "with us."

Practicing God’s Presence – Isaiah 7:14 & Matthew 1:22-23 Second in four-part series, "What Christ Came to Give" Therefore the Lord Himself shall give you a sign: Behold, the young woman who is unmarried and a virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel [God with us]. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 7:14

Denomination: Baptist

What Did The Lord Say To Martin Luther?

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Apr 26, 2002

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I Martin Luther heard the Lord tell me that it’s by faith alone, Grace alone, Christ alone and Scripture alone that we experience and have a relationship with Him.

What did the Lord say to Martin Luther? Thesis: I Martin Luther heard the Lord tell me that it’s by faith alone, Grace alone, Christ alone and Scripture alone that we experience and have a relationship with Him. Texts: Martin Luther’s two favorite passages. Romans 1:17 For in the gospel a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 72:1-20, Romans 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Prodigal Son

Contributed by Alan Perkins on May 5, 2002

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The younger son wanted blessing without relationship. So did the elder son. And so do we today.

This morning, we continue our journey through the parables of Christ. As we’ve noted before, a parable is a short story which is intended to teach or illustrate some spiritual truth. Parables are small but powerful, and this is demonstrated by their familiarity. Few of us, I imagine, could explain ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Curse Of Meroz

Contributed by Engleburg Toney on Dec 22, 2003

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What caused Deborah to remember a curse placed upon the inhabitants of Meroz in the middle of a victorious ballad? Are we in danger of falling under the same curse today in modern Christianity?

The Curse of Meroz There are three types of people in the world—those that wonder what happen, those that watch things happen, and those that make things happen. Thus it is with the Church of God today. There is a rich mixture of the three classes here mentioned. There is nothing ...read more

Scripture: Judges 5:1-31, 1 Corinthians 12:13-27

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

A Drop Forged Faith

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Dec 28, 2003

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God’s plan for dealing with times of distress.

Psalm 4:1-8 A Drop Forged Faith Woodlawn Baptist Church December 28, 2003 Introduction If you’ve paid much attention to your tools, you’ll notice a stamp on some of them that says they are drop forged. What’s the big deal with being drop forged? Did you ever wonder? When something has been drop ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Why We Should Have Thanksgiving

Contributed by John White on Nov 20, 2004

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Scriptural reasons why we should have Thanksgiving

Why We Should Have Thanksgiving Psalm 95:1-7 "O come, let us sing unto the LORD: let us make a joyful noise to the rock of our salvation. Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving, and make a joyful noise unto him with psalms. For the LORD [is] a great God, and a great King above all ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 95:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Telling The Salvation Story Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 2, 2004

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We need to avoid spiritual arrogance and not look down on those who sin differently than we do.

The last two responses on that clip were pretty unsettling but they serve as summary statements for many today. The one guy believes that people can’t really change and that if we wanted to get rid of evil, we’d have to destroy the whole world and start over. Unbelievably, the woman replied that ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

Looking, Lusting Or Loving Series

Contributed by Matthew Rogers on Jan 7, 2002

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When I think right sexually, I will act right sexually.

Relationships in the Kingdom – Part 2 April 29, 2001 INTRODUCTION On Sunday nights, Kim and I have a ritual. My day usually comes to an end around 8:30 p.m. getting me home in time to watch our one regular TV program, the law drama known as “The Practice,” which comes on at 9:00. I settle ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:27-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Daily Christian Life Ii Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Aug 15, 2007

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Part 2 in the series Power for Living. This message looks at the important question: "What controls you?" Is it our sinful nature or the Spirit of God.

The Daily Christian Life II Power for Living, part 2 Wildwind Community Church David K. Flowers August 5, 2007 Text – Romans 8:9-17 Do you know what I think is the number one problem with Christians today? I think it is they do not grasp what Christ has done for them, and how he has done it. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:9-17

Denomination: Free Methodist

Allowing God's Spirit To Lead You Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 28, 2007

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As those who’ve been declared righteous we have a duty, we can delight, and we can be assured of our destiny.

Allowing God’s Spirit to Lead You Romans 8:12-17 Rev. Brian Bill 7/29/07 www.pontiacbible.org Just as Paul and Grace Becker have been led to a different ministry in Mexico, so too, the Holy Spirit leads His people today in ways that will bring Christ glory and expand the Father’s kingdom. Our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

In The World Or Of The World?

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Oct 10, 2006

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Just doing Christian stuff won’t keep you from being like the world and it certainly won’t change this world.

In the World or Of the World? 1. Introduction a. I asked myself several hard questions this week. The answers I gave were not very reassuring. Let me share with you those questions and the answers I arrived at. i. How am I different from the unbelieving world in which I live, how am I different ...read more

Scripture: John 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Cleanliness Is Next To Godliness Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 11, 2006

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God’s desire is that we be holy and pure. Soap is good for cleansing the outside of the body, but doesn’t get below the skin into the heart.

INTRODUCTION This message is the first in a series I’m calling “No, that’s NOT in the Bible.” There are dozens of popular sayings floating around that people think are from the Bible and they’re not. There is a great deal of biblical illiteracy in the pews of our churches. Here is a top ten list ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:25-26

Denomination: Baptist

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