Sermons on Self Controlled:

Why Women Reject Expensive, Materialistic, Self-Absorbed Men. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 8, 2024

In today’s society, there’s a growing trend of men who prioritize their physical appearance, material possessions, and financial status above all else.

In today's society, there's a growing trend of men who prioritize their physical appearance, material possessions, and financial status above all else. But is this really what women want? Do they need an "expensive" husband to be happy and fulfilled? The Unwanted Traits: - ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-33

Taming The Tongue Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 9, 2009

The Bible makes the control & proper use of the tongue a matter of great importance. The tongue is far too prone to excess, perversion & pollution. But the Christian who gains control over the tongue can control his life as well.

JAMES 3:1-6 TAMING THE TONGUE [Matthew 12:37, Proverbs 13:3] The children in a prominent family decided to create for their father’s birthday a book of the family’s history. They commissioned a professional biographer to do the work, carefully warning him of the family’s "black sheep" problem: ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

"The Falling Of The Leaves”

Contributed by Curtis Mathis on Oct 3, 2017

In today’s message titled “The Falling Leaves” we will look at Daniel 2:21 and see the power that God ordained change can have in our lives.

Pastor Curtis Mathis Cottonwood Baptist Church October 1, 2017 “The Falling of the Leaves” Daniel 2:21 (CSB) 21 He changes the times and seasons; he removes kings and establishes kings. He gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who have understanding. Introduction: Its finally ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Surviving The Education System Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 11, 2017

Daniel knows that God is in control. This chapter reminds us that no matter where we are, even in the darkest place, God is still in control. God cares and God wants us to live faithfully to him. Will we have the courage to stand up like Daniel does?

(Sermon by Rev George Hemmings) There’s lots to be excited by in the book of Daniel. Daring stories of young men standing up to mad kings. Fiery furnaces, strange dreams of statues and trees, men turning into beasts, hands appearing out of nowhere writing on walls, let alone Daniel being ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-21

Denomination: Anglican

God Knows Our Situation Series

Contributed by Bobby Oliver on Feb 26, 2018

God knew the situation the Israelite's were in and He knows the situation we are in.

God Knows our Situation Exodus 1:1-14 - This year, our church is focusing on honoring God with our lives. - I believe strongly that God will bless our church if we focus on honoring Him in all that we do, as individuals and as a church. - Today, we’re starting a study of the book of Exodus, and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Use Your Mouth Wash

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Aug 2, 2016

Chapter three comes as a warning on the use of the tongue and particular, the use of the gift to teach. James provides a twofold warning: (1) the teacher will be under greater scrutiny from God; and (2) the primary teaching tool is the tongue which must be under the control of the Holy Spirit.

I. A Warning To Teachers - vs.1 Notice To Whom The Warning Was Designed - vs.1a ...My brethren... Notice What The Warning Declared - vs.1b ...be not many masters... Notice Why The Warning Was Delivered - vs.1c-e Teaching Reveals God's Call - vs.1c ...knowing that we... Teaching Requires Great ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sovereignty Of God Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Mar 8, 2015

God’s the infinite Ruler of all; He is “running the show.” Nothing can prevent His predetermined plan. Nothing takes Him by surprise. Those who see God’s hand in everything can best leave everything in God’s hand.

It’s been said, “How do you make God laugh? Tell Him your plans” (G.K. Chesterton). Our plans aren’t always in line with God’s. We may try to fight God’s will, but someone pointed out, “Your arms are too short to box with God” (J. W. Johnson). The ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 47:1-9

Denomination: Congregational

The Promised Land

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Oct 28, 2016

Is the church willing to risk to move into the Promised Land

The Promised Land October 30, 2016 Deuteronomy 1:19-40 I was working on a sermon for today, was about 3/4 done, and then I was prompted to throw it away. I really don’t like it when God does that to me. It usually happens a few times a year. I thought I had a really good start to an ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:19-40

Denomination: Baptist

In The Cave

Contributed by Roger Whipp on Dec 29, 2014

During our low moments, maybe even depression, do we hid ourselves away? We can't hid from God. We need to come out of our emotional caves into the light of Christ.

1 Samuel 24 In the Cave: God said to Adam “Adam I want you to do something for me” Adam replied, "Gladly, Lord, what do You want me to do?" "I want you to go down into that valley, across the river, and over to the hill. On the other side of the hill you will find a cave. In the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-22

Denomination: *other

The Battle Is The Lord’s

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 30, 2012

We can overcome when we know that God is in control.

The Battle Is the Lord’s June 21, 2009 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We can overcome when we know that God is in control. Focus Passage: I Samuel 17:32-33, 41-50 Supplemental Passage: For God has not given us a spirit of timidity, but of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17:32-33

Denomination: Baptist

When God Says “no”

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Aug 7, 2012

We must realize that it is GOD who is in control.

When God Says “No” November 2, 2008 Evening Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must realize that it is GOD who is in control. Focus Passage: I Chronicles 28:1-8 Supplemental Passage: Romans 8:28” And we know that God causes all things to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 28:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Rest Assured, God Is As Work Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Oct 1, 2013

This is the eighth message in a series over Romans 6-11. The series examines how we now live under God's grace. This message looks at how everything is under God's control.

Introduction: A little girl who was riding along on her bike when she bumped her head on the low hanging branch of a tree. She ran into the house hollering, "Mom! Mom, Joey hurt me!" Mom looked up from what she was doing and said, "Sissy, Joey didn’t hurt you. Joey’s not even here. He ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Meanest Member In Our Church

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Oct 28, 2013

The author of this book, James is saying the tongue, though it be very small, is very Powerful, and very influential, and therefore the Tongue should be handled with care

TITLE: THE MEANEST MEMBER IN OUR CHURCH SCRIPTURE: JAMES 3:4-5 This morning I want to talk to us about The Meanest member in our Church. There are some members we talk about and say “OH AREN’T THEY SWEET” - others we talk about and say “OH AREN’T THEY CUTE” ...read more

Scripture: James 3:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Chameleons! Series

Contributed by Bala Samson on May 27, 2013

Did you know Chameleons shoot their tongue further than the length of their body to catch insects? In much the same way, people shoot out their tongue to bombard you with insults, curses, faults and false accusation.

Genesis 31:1 Now Jacob heard the words of Laban's sons, saying, "Jacob has taken away all that was our father's, and from what was our father's he has acquired all this wealth." Did you know Chameleons shoot their tongue further than the length of their body to catch insects? In much the same way, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 31:1-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Oh Be Careful Little Tongues What You Say!

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Jun 6, 2014

The control of of the tongue is the vital to the health and well being of the whole man, and what we say should not be treated lightly. With the Holy Spirit in control, our words can bring healing, health and life, rather death and destruction!

Little insignificant-looking things affect big things Insignificant, seemingly harmless things, can cause great destruction and damage. Take us the foxes, the little foxes, that spoil the vines: for our vines have tender grapes. Song of Solomon 2:15 KJV Mouth worries does not remain in the mouth ...read more

Scripture: James 3:4-13

Denomination: Pentecostal