Sermons on Righteous Thinking Patterns:

Dirty Dancing

Contributed by Michael Stark on Sep 27, 2019

Christ Followers can anticipate persecution from the world. However, they are called to live holy, gentle lives in the midst of a fallen world, honouring the Father through righteous lives and by inviting the lost salvation in Christ.

“When Herod’s birthday came, the daughter of Herodias danced before the company and pleased Herod, so that he promised with an oath to give her whatever she might ask. Prompted by her mother, she said, ‘Give me the head of John the Baptist here on a platter.’ And the king was sorry, but because ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Pride

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 15, 2024

Spiritual pride is a self-made fortress where we think we are superior than others, our doctrine is more correct than others, we think we know God more than others, and that we don’t recognise the need for repentance. We always compare with others.

Pride goes before destruction, And a haughty spirit before a fall. Proverbs 16:18 The only place where God cannot save you is the place of spiritual pride (God's power is infinite, but God is unwilling to save the proud, until they repent). Unless we repent, God is not willing to save you from ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:18

Getting A Free Refill On His Promised Return Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 29, 2010

Some people fear the end of the world. Others (even preachers) don’t believe Jesus is coming back. Why do some "Christians" think like this? And how should we feel when we think about Jesus’ 2nd coming?

There are days that can be scary. The sky gets dark, the wind whips through the trees and there is a feel of danger in the atmosphere around you. Have you ever seen a day like that? Back in the Spring of 1780 the Connecticut House of Representatives was in session when suddenly the sky overhead ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 24:36-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ready To Do Whatever Is Good

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 14, 2006

A short sermon challenging us to think about what it means for us to be model Christian citizens, responding to the generosity of God.

Titus 3: 1-7 These seven verses contain a beautiful summary of the Gospel, the Good News of the Lord Jesus. They also contain a simple summary of what it means to be a model Christian citizen in a non Christian society. It now seems true to say that the UK is no longer a Christian country. We ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-7

Denomination: Anglican

God Has A Plan Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 3, 2008

In our society today many think that God does not have a plan. Some think God is dead, or distant, or uncaring, or not in control – but the reality check is He always has a plan and His plan is always in motion. The real thought for us today is, “Are we g

“God has a Plan” Opening Illustration: God has a plan from Blue fish Tv.com In our society today many think that God does not have a plan. Some think God is dead, or distant, or uncaring, or not in control – but the reality check is He always has a plan and His plan is always in motion. The real ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

That Ye May Grow

Contributed by John D Jones on Jul 20, 2011

God has created life in such a way that all things living naturally grow and develop. From that moment of conception to the close of our earthly days, we grow. This is the pattern of life. We grow. This is true in our physical life and it ought to be equa

That Ye May Grow 1 Peter 1:22 - 2:3 God has created life in such a way that all things living naturally grow and develop. From that moment of conception to the close of our earthly days, we grow. This is the pattern of life. We grow. This is true in our physical life and it ought to be ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Disciples Who Make A Difference Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Nov 2, 2007

Do you live an isolated, separate life because you think it is what God wants you to do?

Disciples who Make A Difference How do we who are Believers relate to the world of which we are a part? We are fond of saying that ‘we are in the world, but not of the world.’ There are several warnings in the New Testament about becoming so comfortable in our culture that we are no longer a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Your Supreme Act Of Worship Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

Just as a caterpillar metamorphoses into a butterfly, and just as a tadpole metamorphoses into a frog, God wants metamorphose each of us into a different kind of person who thinks differently and acts differently. Our job is to repent.

INTRODUCTION Open your Bibles, please to Romans 12. I’ve been preaching through the book of Romans, verse after verse, for a year and a half. In May, we took a four-week break to talk about families, and now we are back in Romans. We will go verse by verse through the rest of the book. It ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

God's Resolution

Contributed by Darren Ethier on Apr 11, 2001

As you enter into a new year you’re probably thinking of some resolutions you’d like to make. Along with that are probably the thoughts of all the resolutions you’ve broken. This message challenges us to think about what God’s resolution is for us!

GOD’S RESOLUTION Ephesians 1:3-10; Genesis 17:7-8; Exodus 6:7 READ AT BEGINNING OF SERVICE: Ephesians 1:3-10 (NIV) 3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ. 4 For he chose us in him before the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-10, Genesis 17:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Standing Up For What’s Right

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Sep 3, 2017

Sometimes we have to stand up for what's right. We need to remember that God knows our plight, we need to fear God above people, and we need to humbly take a stand. The Hebrew midwives in Egypt stood up to Pharaoh, and God remembered them for it.

Exodus 1:8-21 Standing Up for What’s Right Recently I watched the movie, “Hacksaw Ridge.” It documents the true story of Private First Class Desmond Doss, who enlisted as an Army medic during World War II, but refused for religious reasons to carry a weapon. Spoiler alert: despite ridicule, ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:8-21, Genesis 15:13-14, Exodus 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Beatitudes As A Guide To Holy Living Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 29, 2025

The Beatitudes, found in Matthew 5:1-12, form the opening of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. They provide a roadmap to holy living by describing the character traits and blessings of those who walk in obedience to God.

Title: THE BEATITUDES AS A GUIDE TO HOLY LIVING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 5:1-12 Supporting Texts: Psalm 24:3-4, Romans 12:1-2, Galatians 5:22-23, James 3:17, 1 Peter 1:15-16 INTRODUCTION: The Beatitudes, found in Matthew 5:1-12, form the opening of Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Psalm 24:3-4, Romans 12:1-2, Galatians 5:22-23, James 3:17, 1 Peter 1:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Avoiding Idle Words

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 29, 2025

Words are powerful tools that can bring life or destruction. Jesus emphasises in Matthew 12:36-37 that every idle word will be judged. This highlights the importance of being mindful of what we say.

Title: AVOIDING IDLE WORDS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 12:36-37 Supporting Texts: Proverbs 18:21, Ephesians 4:29, James 3:5-6, Colossians 4:6, Psalm 19:14 INTRODUCTION: Words are powerful tools that can bring life or destruction. Jesus emphasises in Matthew 12:36-37 that every idle ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:36-37, Proverbs 18:21, Ephesians 4:29, James 3:5-6, Colossians 4:6, Psalm 19:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living In Holiness Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 2, 2025

Holiness is a fundamental characteristic of God, and as His children, we are called to reflect His nature in our lives. Living in holiness means being set apart for God, walking in purity, and allowing His Spirit to sanctify every area of our lives.

LIVING IN HOLINESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Peter 1:15-16 "But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: 'Be holy, because I am holy.'" Supporting Texts: Hebrews 12:14 1 Thessalonians 4:7 2 Corinthians 7:1 Romans 12:1-2 Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:15-16, Hebrews 12:14, 1 Thessalonians 4:7, 2 Corinthians 7:1, Romans 12:1-2, Isaiah 35:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Peace In The Puzzle, Pt. 2 Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 18, 2006

Why are the righteous persecuted, and why does Jesus say for us to rejoice when it happens to us? Link included to formatted text version, as well as part 1 and it’s matching PowerPoint.

A ‘Peace’ in the Puzzle, pt. 2 The Gospel of Jesus Matthew 5:9-12 When we are a peacemaker, we are eliminating strife. Tonite, we need to learn how to endure spite. This is the ‘puzzle’ in our title. This sermon on the mount is the greatest sermon ever preached, by the greatest preacher who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:9-12

Denomination: Baptist

Immersed In God Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Nov 19, 2015

Jesus submits to the Father in baptism, although as John pointed out, he had no need to be baptized (he was without sin). However, Jesus is righteous by doing what is "right" and sets the example and standard for us.

1. [Cannonball Baptism on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3CDhJZSKmY 2. Baptism is a hot topic in Christian circles a. [There is a story of an early Restoration preacher who would ride the train to many of his appointments. Whenever possible, he would seek out a Methodist preacher and a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ