Sermons on Self Acceptance:

Privileges Of An Apostle Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 9, 2019

Paul faced severe criticism; false brethren questioned his Apostleship, and they were constantly assaulting his character and attacking his reputation; particularly here at Corinth.

January 16, 2013 Commentary on First Corinthians By: Tom Lowe Topic #7: Questions Concerning Christian Freedom, 1 Corinthians 8.1-11.1 Lesson 7.3: Privileges of an Apostle Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9.1-6 1 Cor 9.1-6 (KJV) 1 Am I not an Apostle? am I not free? have I not seen Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Flirting With An Old Flame

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 17, 2009

Cowardice keeps us from a relationship with God. Rekindle God’s gifts: power to make a difference, love that stays by those in need, and self-discipline to choose a lifestyle of ministry. Luther Rice Memorial Baptist Church, Silver Spring, MD

Are you that rare person who married your first love and you are still just as much in love today as you were at first sight? If you are such a creature, I salute you, but there are not many like you. When I attended Betty Noe’s funeral here not long ago, it was said that she was Hulon’s first ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Full Measure Of Sacrifice

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on May 25, 2014

A sermon that describes the meaning and measure of sacrifice.

The Measure of Sacrifice 2 Corinthians 8:1-9 2 Corinthians 8:7 "Therefore, as ye abound in everything, in faith, and utterance, and knowledge, and in all diligence, and in your love to us, see that ye abound in this grace also." Introduction: Today I want to share some thoughts with you about ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Justification

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 31, 2025

Justification is one of the most profound doctrines of the Christian faith. It is the divine act by which God declares a sinner righteous on the basis of faith in Jesus Christ.

JUSTIFICATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." – Romans 5:1 Supporting Texts: Romans 3:24, Galatians 2:16, Titus 3:7, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ephesians 2:8-9 INTRODUCTION Justification is one of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

For God So Loved The World Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Apr 27, 2006

What effect do self-centered people have on our world. This message looks at Jonah’s rebellion and his resulting self-pity.

Introduction: In 1945, Cliff Barrows made a proposal of marriage to his girlfriend Billie. Together they scraped together enough funds for a simple wedding and two tickets to a city with a resort hotel. On arrival, however, they found the hotel shut down. Stranded in an unfamiliar city with little ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Live In The Truth Of The Knowledge Of Jesus

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 11, 2008

Pentecost 11(B) - When we live in the truth of the knowledge of Jesus we can put off the old self and put on the new self.

LIVE IN THE TRUTH OF THE KNOWLEDGE OF JESUS (Outline) July 27, 2008 -- PENTECOST 11 -- Ephesians 4:17-26 INTRO: Our country, nation, and its people are independent. Each one of us likes to do what we want to do when we want to. Even the experts of today admit that our people are very ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Whch Way To Go? Part 5 Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on Jul 15, 2013

The transformation process often involves the tearing away of our old self and the creation of a new self - one that reflects God’s character.

Which way to go and where to go? Bitter fights and sweet turn outs…. Life of Jacob Visit www.worshipjesusministries.org Check my blog: balasamson@wordpress.com Genesis 33: 10 “ And Jacob said, “No, please, if I have now found favour in your sight, then receive my present from my ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Life Of Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 9, 2024

This sermon explores the call to discipleship through self-denial, surrender for the gospel, and sustaining faith, emphasizing a Christ-centered life over self-centeredness.

Welcome, beloved brothers and sisters, to this blessed gathering where we come together in unity and love, bound by the common thread of faith in our Lord Jesus Christ. We gather not as strangers, but as a family, a community knit together by the grace of God, and the shared pursuit of ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24

Topics: Following Jesus

Jesus On Trial

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Mar 25, 2021

Jesus stepped into a maelstrom and was brought before a court that was losing some of its power and was uncertain about its future given Rome’s growing power and the increasing fear and rising tension amongst the Jewish people.

I love the Gospel of Mark … well, I love all the gospels … but Mark reminds me of Joe Friday from the 1950s TV series “Dragnet.” Some of us older folks remember Sargent Friday’s famous signature line: “Just the facts.” Mark’s gospel is terse and to the point. He gives us “just the facts” and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:53-65

Denomination: United Methodist

Letting Go Of Failure To Receive A Greater Tomorrow Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 9, 2026

This sermon teaches how releasing past failures, disappointments, and regrets positions believers to experience God’s restoration, honour, and a greater tomorrow.

LETTING GO OF FAILURE TO RECEIVE A GREATER TOMORROW By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Isaiah 61:7 Key Verse: “Instead of your shame you shall have double honour, and instead of confusion they shall rejoice in their portion: therefore in their land they shall possess the double: everlasting joy ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God Has No Waste Material

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 26, 2025

You are not an accident. You are not forgotten. No matter where you find yourself in life, you are still important to God.

GOD HAS NO WASTE MATERIAL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: John 6:12 – “When they were filled, he said unto his disciples, Gather up the fragments that remain, that nothing be lost.” Supporting Texts: Jeremiah 29:11, Psalm 139:14, 1 Corinthians 1:27, Romans 8:28, Isaiah ...read more

Scripture: John 6:12, Jeremiah 29:11, Psalm 139:14, 1 Corinthians 1:27, Romans 8:28, Isaiah 49:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Proud Soldiers: Countering The Anti-Soldier Culture

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Feb 16, 2018

There is a shift to resist accepting Jesus as a fighter, and accept that Christians should be as good soldiers. There is a new disrespect for people of uniform, such as for police, & soldiers, This is negative and should be countered with scripture.

Proud Soldiers: Countering the Anti-Soldier Culture Capt.Kelly Durant 2 Timothy 2:3 You therefore must endure hardship as a good soldier of Jesus Christ. :4 No one engaged in warfare entangles himself with the affairs of this life, that he may please him who enlisted him as a soldier. 2. I ...read more

Denomination: Salvation Army

Paul's Focus - Active Works Not Empty Behavior Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 30, 2014

Paul's focus was not only on him knowing what was right and that winning souls was paramount for the believer, but Paul's knew with our actions and service to Christ we cannot just 'go thru the motions' but it must be focused and disciplined!

ermon Brief Date Written: July 25, 2014 Date Preached: July 27, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series in 1 Corinthians Sermon Title: Paul’s FOCUS – Active Works not Empty Behavior Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 [NLT] 24Do you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Evolution: Science Or Faith? Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 25, 2013

This sermon goes over many of the problems with accepting macroevolution.

GENESIS 1 TO THE EVOLUTIONIST: In the beginning there was nothing. And nothing said to itself, “Let us become something, explode, and become an ordered universe that is governed by laws of science, physics, and mathematics. Let us become a universe that is able to sustain life. And it ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Being A True Worshipper Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Oct 26, 2004

God has specific requirements for acceptable worship.

Being a True Worshipper John 4:20-26 FCF: We are all created with a propensity to worship. Proposition: Because acceptable worship is through Christ, we must worship Him in spirit and truth. Scripture Introduction: We were created to worship God, yet we often spend more time each week in ...read more

Scripture: John 4:20-26

Denomination: Baptist