Sermons on scriptural examples:

Christ's Example Of Selflessness

Contributed by Glenn Robinson on Aug 20, 2002

This sermon explains 2 Cor 8:9 in easy to understand terms and shows how we can follow Jesus’ example of selflessness.

INTRO : I can’t hear what you are saying because your actions speak louder than your words. Do as I say not as I do. We lead by example. Christ is the greatest example of selflessness. BACKGROUND : Most teach on 2 Cor 8 in the context of giving money. I am speaking in the context of giving ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Example Of An Unnamed Mother

Contributed by Raymond Perkins on Oct 14, 2002

A sermon for Mother’s Day.

EXAMPLE OF A UNNAMED MOTHER Mark 7:24-30 INTRODUCTION: A wealthy Texan was in the habit of giving his mom unique gifts on Mother’s Day. One year it was lessons on hang-gliding. the year before that it was the entire record collection of Slim Whitman’s hits. But this past year he felt he had ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:24-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Follow My Example!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Mar 9, 2007

A short sermon calling believers to follow the example of Jesus and to therefore be able to say to others, as Paul did: "Follow my example!"

Phil 3:17 – 4:1 There are not many preachers bold enough to begin a sermon by saying, “Brothers and sisters; I appeal to you to copy me in all things. In your speech, in your prayer life, in your demonstration of self-control, in your love for the sinner, in your attitudes towards others, in your ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Abimelech, A Bad Example Series

Contributed by Todd Catteau on Oct 31, 2005

Abimelech is a classic example of how selfishness and godless ambition lead us from God’s will for our lives.

Possessing the Promises Abimelech (Judges #5) There is a music group called The Bad Examples • Abimelech would be a likely member of that group • He is an example of what not to do to possess the promises of God • This guy’s all bad • No victory for God’s people, no deliverance from false God’s, ...read more

Scripture: Judges 9:1-56

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Setting A Good Example

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Aug 23, 2005

Are you a good axample to others?. Without a doubt many have been a bad example to others at one point or another, sometimes to someone who is weaker or a new brother or sister in the faith.

“Command and teach these things. Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in life, in love, in faith and in purity”. 1. Paul was talking to Timothy who was a Pastor and also a young man. Everyone who is a leader, whether at church or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Father's Day Example

Contributed by George Crumbly on Jun 16, 2006

A sermon of how I remember my Father after nearly 50 years

“FATHER’S DAY-2006” George Crumbly Humphrey UMC Father’s Day June 18, 2006 AM Ephesians 6 I guess this is first time that I can remember doing an actual Father’s Day message including my own Dad. I’ve used a message for Mother’s Day including my Mom over the years. I want to wish each & every ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Abraham An Example To Fathers Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 11, 2005

Father’s need examples to follow in order to become godly fathers. Abram serves as an example. We may learn several principals from this text.

ABRAHAM, AN EXAMPLE TO FATHERS Genesis: 12:1-8 and 22:1-13 Introduction Nektron are fish that can swim against the current. The name for fish who can not swim against the current is Plankton. This simple distinction divides all marine life. Nektron or Plankton. Mankind is also divided that ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 12:1-8

Denomination: *other

Following The Example Of Love Series

Contributed by Robert Higgins on Apr 15, 2008

We can try to unify around a cause, a vision, a goal, a presidential candidate, or even a need, but none of those forms of unity glorify God. They glorify the cause, the vision the goal or the candidate. It is only when we, like a piano, are each tuned

We are fast approaching Easter, this upcoming Friday we will be celebrating (yes, celebrating) Good Friday, the day of our Lord’s crucifixion with a service that begins at 7pm. Then Sunday morning, you can expect a rousing encounter with our Risen Savior as we declare His glories! Invite your ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Examples Of True Friendship

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Dec 9, 2003

Lessons on friendship from the life of David

Friend Day 1 Sam 18 Intro: This sign was seen at the front desk of a country inn, over in England: “Please introduce yourself to your fellow guests since we are one big, happy family. The management is not responsible for valuables left in your room!” We live in a society today that is ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

An Example Of A Great Church Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Sep 20, 2004

A look at the church in Antioch of Syria and what made it a great church

SERIES: “LESSONS FROM THE EARLY CHURCH” TEXT: ACTS 11:19-29; 12:25-13:3; 14:26-28; 15:1-3 TITLE: “AN EXAMPLE OF A GREAT CHURCH: 9 Marks of a Great Church as Exemplified in the Church at Antioch” INTRODUCTION: A. What does being “great” mean? 1. The ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Perfect Example

Contributed by Bryan Dill on Nov 26, 2006

Jesus Christ is perfect in so many ways. Peter explains to us how He is the only example we should follow.

A couple with especially irregular church attendance had been asked by their preacher to host a visiting minister for lunch. The couple obliged and put together a very special meal for the guest preacher. When they all sat down to eat, their little boy, who was accustomed to diving right in, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:20-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Christ My Example

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 29, 2012

The example of Jesus - (Powerpoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: The example of Jesus (vs 1-11): • He Prioritised (vs 5-6) • He Served (vs 7) • He Sacrificed (vs 8) • He Glorified God (vs 9-11) SERMON BODY: Ill: • My favourite Christmas joke this year was about Good King Wenceslas; • Apparently Good King ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Brethren

Jesus Our Example Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Feb 20, 2011

Have you ever someone you looked to as an example for your life? Have you ever had that mentor that 'showed you the way' and guided you in some part of your life? For the Christian, we have such a great cloud of witnesses, but all point to our TRUE Exampl

Sermon Brief Date Written: February 18, 2011 Date Preached: February 20, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Falling in Love With Jesus Sermon Title: Jesus, Our Example Sermon Text: John 5:19-24 [ESV] Introduction: Have you ever had someone you looked to ...read more

Scripture: John 5:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

Examples Of Kingdom Living

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Feb 22, 2011

Gentleness, prayer, working through conflict and rejoicing are a few of the ways to live as citizens of God's kingdom.

Examples of Kingdom Living Phil 4:1-7 Feb 20, 2011 Intro: (Brian McLauren, “Jesus and the Kingdom”, video V00248, http://www.theworkofthepeople.com/index.php?ct=store.details&pid=V00248) Living as citizens of the Kingdom of God really is a different way of living from that of the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-7, Philippians 4:1

Denomination: Baptist

Phebe A Christian Example Series

Contributed by James Parker on Mar 13, 2011

In these two short verses we see a description of Phebe as well as what every christian should be.

Women of The New Testamanent Phebe "An Example" We have been looking at women of The New Testament over the past several weeks. Last week we considered two sisters, Martha & Mary. We learned from both sisters some important lessons. Martha was a worker, we need Martha’s in the church. We need to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-2

Denomination: Baptist