Sermons on Self Abuse:

Self Examination

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 24, 2012

Self Eamination

Self Examination August 17, 2008 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Self Examination Focus Passage: I Corinthians 11:17-30 Introduction: I. Intended Purpose a. To remember the sacrifice of Christ b. To bring unity of believers II. Wrong ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-30

Denomination: Baptist

Dying To Self

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Feb 2, 2009

Have you ever found it hard to give to what you want to do? Most people will do what they want and forget what the Word of God says to do. We have to learn to die to self. We need to learn to walk in the Spirit that we do not fulfill the lust of the flesh

Dying To Self 1 Peter 4:1-4 1 Forasmuch then as Christ hath suffered for us in the flesh, arm yourselves likewise with the same mind: for he that hath suffered in the flesh hath ceased from sin; 2 That he no longer should live the rest of his time in the flesh to the lusts of men, but to the will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Love Of "Self"

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 8, 2011

In this message, we discuss Self-Craving; Self-Indulgence; Self-Pity; and Self-Denial.

Right before Israel and Judah fell to the Assyrians and Babylonians, God called several prophets to warm the people that devastation would soon follow and to encourage them to repent. As these prophets recorded these events, they paid particular attention to the peoples’ attitude, no doubt ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:27-29

Denomination: *other

Self Deception Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 11, 2013

Is it possible for us to deceive ourselves into believing what is false? God says it is...

People can delude themselves into believing whatever they want. For example, before I became a Christian (when I was 21), I was out driving my truck when I needed to turn around and go back to where I left. When I did so, I backed into a street sign and scraped up and dented my truck. Of course, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Obsessed With Self Series

Contributed by Marilyn Dela Cruz on Jul 27, 2019

One day all those who have rejected God will lament for their only one soul, but the repentant heart, who looked to Christ, shall reap in joy.

CHURCH NAME: Worship God Forever JOB POSITION: Bible Teacher/ Writer LOCATION: Baliuag Bulacan Name: Marilyn Dela Cruz TOPIC: THE LOST S.O.U.L. sermon series, "O.BSESSED WITH SELF" DENOMINATION: Independent 📌 INTRO Insert HUMOR ILLUSTRATION. To wARM the hearts and enliven the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10

Self Giant Series

Contributed by Jose Rodriguez on Apr 27, 2019

One of the biggest enemies believers face is in the mirror--"Self."

I. The promise of blessing (Jer 29:11) II. Obstacles that keep you from your blessing/promise – The Self Giant a. Unbelief (v 19) b. Unbelief dominates the life of those who bend the knee to Self c. The Israelites saw giants instead of God’s greatness d. The ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:12-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Self Grace Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on May 4, 2019

The final part of this series on grace. In Part 7, we look at extending grace to ourselves.

Self Grace Matthew 27:1-5 May 5, 2019 I want to start this morning by reading a passage. It’s from Matthew 27:1-5. Jesus has been betrayed and arrested. Judas, the betrayer went to the Jewish leaders to talk about what happened. This is the story – 1 When morning came, all the chief priests ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:1-5, John 3:16-17

Denomination: Baptist

Relying On Self

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 2, 2023

Nowadays, it's all about instant gratification. It has become a reality. But advertisers weren't the first to use this strategy. From the beginning, Satan has used instant gratification in his bag of tricks to entice us.

Were any of you tempted this past week? Sure, you were! If you watched any TV or listened to the radio you were more than likely tempted to purchase something. Advertisers often make self-indulgence a part of their marketing strategies. They say we'll be happier if we drive this vehicle, use ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-4, Deuteronomy 8:2-10, Philippians 4:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Self-Awareness

Contributed by Larry Grant on Oct 8, 2022

The philosopher, Socrates said, “man know thyself!” He taught that knowledge of self is the basis for true understanding of who we are to others. Self-Awareness according to Paul is so important that he uses it as the basis of comfort for Timothy.

1 Timothy 1:12-14 (NKJV) "SELF-AWARENESS" October 9, 2022 Intro: After spending three years preaching at Ephesus, Paul left the church in the hands of a young preacher named Timothy, Acts 19. Timothy was a young man, in his first pastorate, and he had encountered his share of problems. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

Self Control Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Feb 22, 2023

There are really two halves to today’s message. First, I want to speak on the importance and need for growth in a believer’s life, and second is the importance of self-control.

Do you have everything under control? I mean everything within you – do you all of you in control? Let me just get real serious, real quick here: what is the one item in your life you have trouble controlling? Do you have total self-control in the area of food? Drink? Sex? Your tongue? Today, I ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26, Colossians 1:10, 2 Corinthians 5:10, Matthew 16:27, Mark 13:28-31, Matthew 25:14-30  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Self-Examination

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 4, 2025

When believers examine themselves with humility and openness to the Holy Spirit, they position themselves for growth, restoration, and fruitfulness.

SELF-EXAMINATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 13:5 Supporting Texts: Lamentations 3:40, Psalm 139:23-24, Galatians 6:4, 1 Corinthians 11:28 INTRODUCTION: Self-examination is a spiritual discipline that is often neglected in the life of many believers. In an age of comparison ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Self Control Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 3, 2024

This sermon on Self-Control explores the transformative journey of aligning our responses with God's truth, emphasizing the power of assertiveness over passivity or aggression, fostering respectful communication, and recognizing that true self-control comes from Christ.

Self Control Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons When faced with difficult or unpleasant situations, what kind of self-talk goes through your mind? Are you the type of person who tends to be passive, avoiding confrontation to the point of internalizing your frustration, replaying ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24, 1 John 1:9, Philippians 4:13, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, 2 Timothy 1:7, James 5:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Self Less PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

The importance of humbling ourselves, submitting our egos and pride to God, and embracing the freedom that comes from seeing ourselves in the proper biblical light.

Hey there, Church! Today we're going to jump right into a deep topic that impacts every single one of us - our view of ourselves. Now, let's not kid ourselves, it's a tough one. We're all guilty of letting our egos run the show from time to time, aren't we? But you see, Scripture has a whole lot to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:15, John 3:30

Topics: Thinking Of Self, Thinking Less Of Self

Dying To Self PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Help believers understand the warnings of the last days, grow in their knowledge of God, and learn the importance of dying to self.

Good morning, family. I hope this week has been full of blessings and lessons for each one of you. Today, we're going to dive deep into a topic that is crucial for every believer, a topic that speaks to the very core of our faith and the way we live our lives. It's about understanding the warnings ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-2

Topics: Christian Growth, Dying To Self

Self-Control Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 27, 2021

You will recognize them BY. THEIR. FRUITS.

September 12, 2020 We began this series with Love. Love is the seed of all our fruit: joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness and gentleness. Self-Control is the glue that holds it all together. Self-Control comes from a Greek word that literally means to be a “MASTER OF ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:16-20, Galatians 5:22-25

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist