Sermons on Self Concern:

All Will Be Refined

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Nov 8, 2016

We must put a way things of man put on God.

ALL WILL BE REFINED Every one of us must be refined of God if we see Heaven. Malachi 4: 3 And ye shall tread down the wicked; for they shall be ashes under the soles of your feet in the day that I shall do this, saith the LORD of hosts. Ecclesiastes 10:2 ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 4:3

Denomination: Baptist

Joy To The World - A Study Of Philippians- Part 1 "Joy In Others" Series

Contributed by Randy Edwards on Nov 29, 2016

Part on of our study of Joy though the words of Paul to the church at Philippi

Joy to the world Part 1 Philippians 1:1-11 As we begin nearing the celebration of the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ The word Joy Becomes a common word The rest of the year It may only be mentioned outside of church When you are trying to decide if you feel like a nut or not ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-27, Philippians 1:27

Denomination: Baptist

Surrendering Credentials To Christ

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Mar 13, 2016

If we're not careful, we can get caught up in the world's system of polishing that pedigree. Rather, like the Apostle Paul, we need to surrender all to the great goal of knowing more intimately Christ our Lord. Everything else is secondary.

Philippians 3:4-14 Surrendering Credentials to Christ Any top-blockers here? Any type-A personalities? Any hard chargers who consistently rank in the top percentile? The military is basically an up-or-out system, so it attracts into career service those who are driven to succeed. Many of you are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: Baptist

What To Do While You're Standing Series

Contributed by Ken Henson on Oct 9, 2016

Self-Realization, Marching Orders, Intersession, Consistency, and Freedom through Prayer

Ephesians 6:18 praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints— 19 and for me, that utterance may be given to me, that I may open my mouth boldly to make known the mystery of the gospel, 20 for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:18-20

Denomination: *other

Singing In The Rain!

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Feb 19, 2018

If were ever truly going to be able to sing, we’re going to have to let God worry about the rain...and “SING!” focusing only on GOD’S amazing ability to stop the RAIN!!

1 Samuel 21:10-15 NKJ 10 Then David arose and fled that day from before Saul, and went to Achish the king of Gath. 11 And the servants of Achish said to him, “Is this not David the king of the land? Did they not sing of him to one another in dances, saying: ‘Saul has slain his thousands, And ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 21:10-15, Psalm 56:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You're The Man! (And So Am I) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Feb 10, 2022

Romans 1 shows that bad people need Jesus. But Romans 2 shows that the so-called good people need Jesus, too.

You’re the Man! (And So Am I) Romans 2:1-16 Good morning! Please open your Bibles to Romans 2. I know! You kind of feel like we are starting a brand new series, after five weeks in Romans 1. But actually, we are still in the first section of our outline of Romans. If you remember a few weeks ago, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-16, 2 Samuel 12:1-9, Matthew 7:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

Lacking Faith To Lead (Exodus 4)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 7, 2024

Do we have self-doubt instead of faith in God? Let's look at Exodus 4.

Can humility and self-doubt cause us to doubt God? Was God angry with Moses' lack of faith? Do we have doubts about ourselves? Do we trust that God can use an imperfect person such as us? Let's look at Exodus 4. Did Moses doubt that he would be believed? Do we also doubt, afraid to share ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

False Security

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Dec 4, 2023

No form of government can make up for the peoples’ failure to obey and honor God.

It’s amazing which lessons we learn from our parents and which ones we don’t, isn’t it? Considering that I quit making my bed every day the minute I moved out, my mother would be amazed to realize how many lessons I do remember. One of my favorites is from a time when I think I was about 7 years ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:1-22, Exodus 18:17-22, Judges 2:11-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Prodigal Son Lesson 2 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 11, 2024

God is glorified not just by being recognized as the Father, but He wants you to rejoice with Him in His benefits.

A. The Prodigal Son Prodigal, adj. (1) wasteful, reckless, or extravagant, (2) giving into desires or weaknesses, (3) spend resources unnecessarily, i.e., spend thrift ~Webster B. Picture of the Younger Son To illustrate the point further, Jesus told them this story: “A man had two sons. The ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-21, Luke 15:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Running On Empty

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 13, 2023

If we are all we have, we better hang onto it. But those who are full of God can’t wait to give it away.

Show me the alley, show me the train, Show me the homeless man who sleeps out in the rain... And I’ll show you a young man with so many reasons why, There but for fortune go you or I, you or I. Show me the whiskey stains on the floor, Show me the drunkard as he stumbles out the door... And I’ll ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Righteous Or Sinner?

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 17, 2022

Do we use our knowledge of God's word to criticize others, or to become more and more humble about our own sins? Let’s learn that we are all still sinners and that God alone justifies. Let’s discuss self-righteousness and self-justification in Luke 18:9-14.

Do we use our knowledge of God's word to criticize others, or to become more and more humble about our own sins? Let’s learn that we are all still sinners and that God alone justifies. Let’s discuss self-righteousness and self-justification in Luke 18:9-14. Self-Righteousness “Also He spoke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Baptist

Samson: Wrongly Trusted In His Own Strength Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 18, 2023

Samson put his faith in God in an age of national doubt and apostasy.

A. THE BIRTH OF SAMSON 1. From the weak unlikely tribe “of the Danites” (Judges 13:2) 2. A Nazarite from birth (13:7), i.e., separated to God. (Numbers 6:1-13). a. Can’t cut hair. b. Can’t touch a dead body. c. Can’t drink wine (fruit of the vine). 3. God’s call. “He shall begin to deliver ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:20, Judges 16:4-21, Hebrews 11:32, Hebrews 11:39

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Healed Them All

Contributed by Gerald Manning on Jul 30, 2023

The very short text, HE HEALED THEM ALL, refers to Jesus healing all the people who had any difficulty whatever.

SERMON: HE HEALED THEM ALL Scripture Matt 12:9-15 9-10 When Jesus left the field, He entered their meeting place. There was a man there with a crippled hand. They said to Jesus, “Is it legal to heal on the Sabbath?” They were baiting Him. 11-14 He replied, “Is there a person here who, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 12:9-15

Denomination: Nazarene

Living Sacrifices

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jun 17, 2023

How can we apply the sacrificial laws in the Spirit to Christian worship? Let's find out in Romans 12.

How do we apply the spirit of the sacrificial laws to Christian worship? Therefore I urge you, brothers and sisters, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living and holy sacrifice, acceptable to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. (Romans 12:1 NASB) Have worldly values ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Love Series

Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jun 19, 2021

We often think of love as some syrupy, sweet, tingly, sentimental, ooey, gooey feeling. Biblical or divine love, however, is a self-sacrificing, caring commitment that shows itself in seeking the highest good for the one being loved.

According to the musical wisdom of John, Paul, George, and Ringo ... otherwise known as "The Beatles" to us older folks … “All you need is love, love … love is all you need.” Well … that and food … and shelter … and air … and sleep … Love is literally in the air. You hear that word ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-11, John 3:16, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: United Methodist