Sermons on Self Centeredness:

Finding Who You Are In Who God Is

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jun 2, 2020

God is the source of true and healthy self-esteem. Psalm 8 leads us through four seemingly contradictory statements: 1. God is GREAT! 2. We are not. 3. God says we have great value. And 4. Through our weakness, God is glorified.

Finding Who You Are in Who God Is (Psalm 8) Do you ever think that maybe Galileo and Copernicus got it wrong, that our solar system doesn’t really revolve around the sun? Because on some days it seems like the universe just revolves around ... you? Now let’s be honest. We all have our moments of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Ring Of Fire Series

Contributed by Dr. Michael Blankenship on Apr 30, 2016

An overview of the Minor Prophets

Redeeming the Years by Michael Blankenship Joel 2:18-2:27 Dr. Michael Blankenship: Pastor Joel 2:18-27 “Ring of Fire” Twelve minor prophets are in the Old Testament. We call them minor prophets because they follow some of the major works like Daniel, Ezekiel, ect. Many of the ...read more

Scripture: Joel 2:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Winning The Battle Against Selfishness

Contributed by Sonny Thomas, Sr. on Jan 10, 2009

Because of the propensity to think only of ourselves which destroys the unity of the body of Christ, we are reminded to combat our selfishness with an attitude of service to others.

[Announce Text] Please take your Bibles and turn with me to the New Testament epistle to the Philippians – Philippians chapter 2. We will be reading the first four verses of the chapter. [Scripture Introduction] Known as one of Paul’s “Prison Epistles,” Philippians was written during Paul’s first ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Meek Series

Contributed by Frank Lay on Oct 12, 2004

The world thinks in terms of strength and power, of ability, self-assurance and aggressiveness. Yet Jesus said "Blessed are the meek; for they shall inherit the earth."

BLESSED ARE THE MEEK Matthew 5:5 Once again we have a beatitude that is completely contrary to the thinking of the modern world. It is oppossed to everything which the natural man thinks. "Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth." World conquest, possession of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Baptist

Developing A Passion For Personal Ministry

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 5, 2008

Challenging each one to be involved in personal ministry.

Go light your world and lose your cares The objective: To teach principles, that if applied, will free us from the prisons of despair we have created. In reaching out to others, God reaches out to us. Theme Song: Go light your world, by Kathy Troccoli A. There is a condition ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:8

Denomination: Mennonite

Go Light Your World And Lose Your Cares

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 6, 2008

When we lose sight of ourselves and the me syndrome and focus on our ministry to the world, the cares of this world grow dim.

Go light your world and lose your cares The objective: To teach principles, that if applied, will free us from the prisons of despair we have created. In reaching out to others, God reaches out to us. Theme Song: Go light your world, by Kathy Troccoli A. There is a condition ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Mennonite

A Call To Fellowship Series

Contributed by Graham Kettle on Dec 19, 2017

As a fellowship of Believers, mission is tied up with vision; your vision is tied up with being, or becoming, the Church that the Lord wants. Here we touch that vision, which is one of ‘Bringing a Sick World to Christ’, with emphasis on your location.

A CALL TO FELLOWSHIP - PART 1 OF 5 As a fellowship of Believers, our Mission is tied up with our Vision; our vision is tied up with being, or becoming, the Church that the Lord wants. This series touches that vision, which is one of ‘Bringing a Sick World to Christ’, with our particular emphasis ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

The Lost Son And The Loving Father: Praying For Our Adult Children

Contributed by Anthony Seel on Mar 14, 2013

A look at the parable of the prodigal son and what it says to parents of adult children who are not following the Lord.

The Fourth Sunday in Lent March 10, 2013 St. Andrew’s Church The Rev. M. Anthony Seel, Jr. Luke 15:11-32 The Lost Son and the Loving Father: Praying for our Adult Children Bestselling author Stormie Omartian tells a story about two families that she calls the Joneses and the Browns (not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-32

Denomination: Lutheran

Being A Christian--What Would It Mean? What Would It Cost? Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Apr 22, 2007

Before becoming a Chrstian we need to count the cost. What would it mean once we make the decision and how would our lives change?

April, 2007 Series: What is Christianity #3 Being a Christian--What Would it Mean? What Would it Cost? Luke 14:25-33 INTRODUCTION: It is said that “the entrance fee to the Christian life is nothing at all, but the annual subscription is everything you have.” In this scripture large crowds ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:25-33

Denomination: Methodist

Empowering Men To Be Great Fathers And Husbands

Contributed by Scott Maze on May 24, 2021

A good marriage extends grace to you when you are grumpy; remembers your birthdays, your favorite foods, and your favorite music; celebrates your wins; speaks the truth when no one else will; serves one another with joy without complaining; and affirms my best qualities when I am insecure.

I had a really good father in life. My dad, Brian Maze, taught me to work hard as he grew up around the steel industry of Pittsburgh. He taught me to hate debt. He was a savor and modeled great wisdom for me in personal finance. He taught me to love my country as he was a Vietnam Vet around 1965. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-33

Denomination: Baptist

The Blessed Hope And Our Response To It

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 1, 2007

Consider the blessed hope - the return of Christ for the saints and what should be our response to it.

THE BLESSED HOPE AND OUR RESPONSE TO IT Titus 2:11-15 The Christian’s "blessed hope" that is referred to in Titus 2:13 is the imminent, personal pre-millennial return of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. The early church thought more about the Second Coming of Jesus Christ than about death or ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Developing Healthy Self-Esteem Series

Contributed by Travis Moore on Nov 27, 2000

Developing a healthy, scriptural view of one's self enable us to handle life's struggles

DEVELOPING HEALTHY SELF-ESTEEM I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete. (John 15:11) I. THE PROBLEM WITH SUB SELF-ESTEEM. A. Low self-esteem does not equal “humility”. B. Low self-esteem spurns God with feelings of “inferiority”. C. Low self-esteem ...read more

Scripture: John 15:11

Denomination: Baptist

This Self-Induced Curse Of Want.

Contributed by Robert Laymance on Dec 15, 2000

If you think on your wants’ long enough, they will become a Need!

The Bible says the eyes of man are never satisfied. This curse of want is never being satisfied with the Lord’s blessings. If our relationship with Him is true, then our hearts will reflect this in our words. 1. Cursed because We have TURNED FROM THE LORD! ( Deut.30:17 ) a. Turned from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:5-13, Deuteronomy 28:15-48

Denomination: Baptist

Overcoming The Problems Of Self-Promotion

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Vast numbers of people seek their own promotion, forgetting the fact that God is Master Promoter. David wrote, "For promotion comes neither from the east or the west of the south. But, God is one who sets up one and puts down another."

Overcoming the Problems of Self-Promotion Vast numbers of people seek their own promotion, forgetting the fact that God is Master Promoter. David wrote, "For promotion comes neither from the east or the west of the south. But, God is one who sets up one and puts down another." (Psalm 75:6,7) ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Out Of Control Or Self-Control?

Contributed by James Groce on Jun 15, 2002

According to Acts 24:24-25, Felix sent for Paul and heard him speak about faith in Christ in terms of righteousness, self-control, and the judgment to come.

Introduction According to Acts 24:24-25, Felix sent for Paul and heard him speak about faith in Christ in terms of righteousness, self-control, and the judgment to come. During Paul’s sermon, Felix became frightened and sent Paul away. Paul preached a sermon that made the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:24-25

Denomination: Pentecostal