Sermons on Self Conceit:

David's Greatest Sin

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Pride is the greatest sin and contributor to sin. We see this in David and in our own lives.

Introductory Considerations 1. Today we look at a very interesting passage. On the surface may seem a just a historical event that has little to teach us today. It is the story of what may well be David’s greatest sin, at least in regards to the consequences. 2. Last week considered David’s sin ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 24:1, 2 Samuel 24:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

4 Advent C

Contributed by Roger Haugen on Sep 20, 2001

"My Soul magnifies the Lord"

Here we are on the fourth Sunday of Advent. The morning of Christmas Eve. It’s hard not sliding right into Christmas. Snow, the excitement, the baby to be born, the manger, the Shepherds -- the whole nine yards. Christmas as we have come to know and love and expect. Gifts under the tree, a feast -- ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Thankfullness

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Feb 22, 2004

Sermon reminding us of the command to thankful in all things. One of the greatest reason our witness can be weakened or destroyed is an ungrateful spirit.

Something I found on the internet Tired of making resolutions year after year that you never keep? Why not promise to do something you can actually accomplish? Here are some resolutions that you can use as a starting point: 1. Gain weight. At least 30 pounds. 2. Stop exercising. Waste of time. 3. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

I Am The Vine And You Are The Branchs

Contributed by Carl Finney on Aug 21, 2005

Theachig children to understand what we do is the fruit we produce.

I am the Vine; you are the Branches JN 15:1 "I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2 He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it will be even more fruitful. 3 You are already clean because of the word I have spoken ...read more

Scripture: John 15:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Back To The Bible Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jan 24, 2007

Scripture is the guidebook that provides the only reliable directions for spiritual formation.

Back To The Bible 2 Timothy 3:16, 17 Where do we go from here? Where do we get our directions? On the Friday after Christmas, I had the opportunity to hang a garage-door opener. Before I did anything else, I opened up the manual. On Tuesday, January 2, Timothy began the journey back to Groton, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The I Do's And The I Dont's

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Sep 29, 2015

I’d like to look at the commitment a person makes when they call on the Lord and join their lives with Him! I’d like to start with some things to avoid (The I don’ts) and then we’ll look at what it means to say “I do” to the Lord.

Intro: Most of you are probably familiar with traditional wedding vows. Mine went something like this: Mark, do you take Robin to be your wedded wife, to live together in marriage? Do you promise to love her, comfort her, honor and keep her for better or worse, for richer or poorer, in sickness ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Three Faces (Phases) Of Paul [ Part 3 ] Series

Contributed by Denis O'callaghan Ph.d. ,th.d., D.d., D. Phil. on Sep 8, 2012

Growing with God.

I trust that so far in this study I have given you a wee food for thought to go with your Irish cream cheese muffins and that strong Irish tea that you've drinking. Remember that Paul’s writings or letters, the earliest writings in the New Testament, are filled with allusions, images, and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:22, Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Jesus Brings Division

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Aug 20, 2013

The sermon describes how being a disciple can cause division with the world, family, and priorities in ones life.

Jesus brings Division Luke 12:49-56 1. Being the Disciple of Jesus "Man it's all Good" • I wake up every day I am blessed • I can't wait to share the good news that is written in my heart that another heart might be blessed • I once was crooked now I am straight • I once ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-56

Denomination: Methodist

Sharpening Of The Christian

Contributed by Rev.dr. Windham-Mendoza on Feb 21, 2011

Who is sharpening you in your daily walk? This is a question that majority of us don't really look at, as believers. This sermon addresses this issue.

As we walk in our faith today. We look at the process that we go through and the many struggles of our walk by faith. We tend to constantly fall and get up, always staying in a need of repentance. As we look at our inner self we ask the question: “How Do We Stay Focused On During Our Walk ...read more

Denomination: *other

What Makes You Happy? What Makes You Not Happy? Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Sep 1, 2018

Those living in the Last Days will have to swim against the current in order to live a life that leads to joy and fulfillment.

Revelation 14 TRANSLATION v. 13 and I heard a voice from heaven saying “write, Blessed (O! how happy) are the dead in the Lord who die from now on Yes, says the Spirit, in order that they will rest from their labors, and their works follow them. v. 14 and I looked and Look, a white cloud, and on ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:13-20

Denomination: *other

7 Things That We Should Not Love

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on May 2, 2020

WE SHOULD NOT LOVE 1. OURSELVES SELFISHLY. 2. ANYBODY MORE THAN JESUS INCLUDING OUR FAMILY. 3. MONEY. 4. THE WORLD 5. DO GOOD DEEDS OR PRAY TO BE SEEN BY MEN. 6. PROMINENCE BEFORE MEN. 7. HONOUR OF MEN.

7 THINGS THAT WE SHOULD NOT LOVE OUTLINE 1. WE SHOULD NOT LOVE OURSELVES SELFISHLY. 2. WE SHOULD NOT LOVE ANYBODY MORE THAN JESUS INCLUDING OUR FAMILY. 3. WE SHOULD NOT LOVE MONEY. 4. WE SHOULD NOT LOVE THE WORLD OR WORLDLY POSSESSIONS. 5. WE SHOULD NOT DO GOOD DEEDS OR PRAY IN ORDER TO BE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

1 Timothy 3 (Nasb)

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Jan 7, 2021

Overseers and Deacons

See www.biblemaster.com for more info. 1 Timothy is when Paul was free, II Timothy is when he went back to prison. Sometimes people don’t want to step up as a leader. There was initial reluctance in Moses, awed readiness in Isaiah, skeptical cynicism in Nathanial and eager sincerity in Matthew. ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

Super Abundant Grace - Romans 5:20 Series

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 15, 2022

Romans 5:20 But then Law came in, [only] to expand {and} increase the trespass [making it more apparent and exciting opposition]. But where sin increased {and} abounded, grace (God's unmerited favor) has surpassed it {and} increased the more {and} superabounded,

Romans 5:20 But then Law came in, [only] to expand {and} increase the trespass [making it more apparent and exciting opposition]. But where sin increased {and} abounded, grace (God's unmerited favor) has surpassed it {and} increased the more {and} superabounded, According to our text, Grace is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sermon On Showing Kindness Toward Others

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 6, 2021

Kindness is defined as: "The quality of being friendly, generous and considerate."

Abraham Lincoln, an American lawyer and statesman, who served as the 16th President of the United States once remarked: “Kindness is the only service that will stand the storm of life and not wash out. It will wear well and will be remembered long after the prism of politeness or the complexion of ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12, Micah 6:8, Proverbs 21:21

Holy Spirit Love For All

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Jun 24, 2018

Saints do not let anyone tell you that you are a second class Christian because you do not speak in tongues or walk on fire or survive snake bites. Such testing and qualifying today is not of the Spirit but is of men not God. Without love I am nothing.

Holy Spirit Love for All 1 Corinthians 12:4-11 Acts 10:44-48 Have you ever noticed that this Christian life does not always go according to the script that you and I think it should follow? Just like when you go to a live theater performance people forget their lines. Sometimes we as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, Acts 10:44-48, John 3:16-17, 1 John 5:1-6, John 15:9-12, John 15:16-17, Galatians 5:22-26  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed