Sermons on self credit: showing 541-555 of 72,584

Jehovah-Shalom "The Eternally Self-Existent One Is Peace" Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Aug 21, 2011

The lesson that Gideon had to learn before he could be used of God is that "The LORD is peace" in verse 24.

Purpose: To explain that God is our only source for peace. Aim: I want the listener to rest assured of God's peace. INTRODUCTION: It has been more than 200 years since God revealed Himself as Jehovah-M'Kaddesh (the LORD who sets apart or makes holy). The promised land has been conquered and ...read more

Scripture: Judges 6:1-24

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our Infinitely Great Self-Sufficient, Immutable, Incomprehensible God Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 11, 2015

This is the third in a series on the attributes of God dealing with self-sufficiency, immutability and incomprehesibility,

Knowing God Series #3 “Our Infinitely Great Self-sufficient, immutable, incomprehensible God” Introduction God created us to know Him. \Relationship between the finite and the Infinite is not only possible but it is the foundation of life. Give thanks to the LORD; call upon his ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 102:24-28

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Anzac Rememberance -Life Is Changing: Living For Self To Living For Others Series

Contributed by Richard Schwedes on Apr 22, 2015

A sermon that relates to ANZAC Day and how the actions of many soldiers was more about others...than themselves....a perspective of life that Jesus calls us to live...the sermon also discusses the importance of peace in the life of Christians

Living and dieing for others!!! Yesterday was Anzac Day…. It is a very special, some would even say a sacred day in our national calendar. It is a day that helps us understand a little more about what it means to be Australian and why our nation is like it is. For those who don’t ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11, John 15:12-13

Denomination: Lutheran

The Pathway To A Greater Anointing Of God’s Power Is Death To Self

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Oct 29, 2020

The path to supernatural power goes through the Cross

Death is inevitable for all life on earth. The Bible speaks of death as both physical and spiritual. The first recorded physical death of a human was Abel, who was murdered by his brother Cain (Genesis 4:8). However, death itself, in both the physical and spiritual sense, is first mentioned ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:8-9, Romans 8:28, Luke 22:42, Matthew 10:38, Matthew 16:24-26, Colossians 3:3-4, Galatians 2:20, Matthew 10:37-39, 1 John 2:15-17, James 4:4, Romans 6:4, James 4:6-10, Hebrews 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Believer’s Self-Examination 1corinthians 11:28 Series

Contributed by Nelson Thomas on Sep 1, 2020

I have been exercised to help you examine yourself in the light of those precious truths you have heard in the past.

Believer’s Self-examination 1Corinthians 11:28 Introduction:- I am sure you have been hearing to great and well-known preachers of the word of God. I don’t think I can share anything new to you. But I have been exercised to help you examine yourself in the light of those precious truths you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:28, 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Brethren

Idolatry: Today’s Idols Are More In The Self Than On The Shelf.

Contributed by Mark Roper on Mar 25, 2018

Idolatry is not just a pagan issue. It is not just an Old Testament or Jewish issue. • It’s a human issue. • It’s a heart issue • It’s a relationship issue.

Idolatry Topic: Idolatry is not just a pagan issue. It is not just an Old Testament or Jewish issue. • It’s a human issue. • It’s a heart issue • It’s a relationship issue. • An idol of the mind is as offensive to God as an idol of the hand. IDOLATRY EXTENDS BEYOND THE WORSHIP OF IMAGES AND ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Answer Eight: Stop Kidding Yourself - Renounce Self-Deception Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 21, 2015

This passage is Paul’s 8th answer to them about a specific problem. Paul gives them the root cause for the trouble they were having. It was pride—pride in who they were and what they knew.

The Corinthian church was having problems. They have asked Paul to help. This passage is Paul’s 8th answer to them about a specific problem. Paul gives them the root cause for the trouble they were having. It was pride—pride in who they were and what they knew. Remember that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:18-23

Denomination: Baptist

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

Transformed By Truth: Living With Prepared Minds, Self-Control, And Hope Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 29, 2024

1 Peter 1:13 invites us to prepare our minds, exercise self-control, and fix our hope completely on the salvation that is to come through Jesus Christ. As we explore this passage, we will discover how embracing God's truth leads to profound transformation in our lives.

Transformed by Truth: Living with Prepared Minds, Self-Control, and Hope 1 Peter 1:13 (NLT): "So prepare your minds for action and exercise self-control. Put all your hope in the gracious salvation that will come to you when Jesus Christ is revealed to the world." Introduction: Today, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:13, Romans 12:2, 2 Timothy 1:7, Galatians 5:22-23, Titus 2:11-12, Hebrews 6:19, Titus 1:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Daniel 4: Overcoming Pride Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Sep 3, 2020

Self-focused pride 1) causes anxiety, 2) leads to a fall, 3) can be redeemed through God-focused humility. We can humble ourselves by 1) recognizing God as sovereign, 2) crediting God for our abilities, and 3) directing our gifts to the good of others.

PUTTING PRIDE IN ITS PLACE—Daniel 4 PRIDE. One of the “Seven Deadly Sins,” along with greed, wrath, envy, lust, gluttony, and sloth. But is it always bad? There is a kind of healthy pride, which values one’s abilities, celebrates achievement, and motivates positive behavior. Paul refers to ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37, Deuteronomy 8:17-18, 1 Peter 1:5-6, 1 Corinthians 4:7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Becoming A Living Sacrifice Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Feb 14, 2022

In God’s kingdom I must die in order to truly live

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

What Does Jesus Think About "I Have To Find Myself"? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jul 8, 2013

An examination of what it means to "deny yourself and take up your cross."

JESUS' OPINION: Jesus says the path to life is not in “finding yourself” but in “denying yourself.” - Matthew 16:24; Mark 8:34. - I’m thinking of the stereotypical statement that is so common that it’s almost a cliché: “I’ve got to go find ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24

Denomination: Baptist

Elijah In The Conflict Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 11, 2009

Elijah encounters Obadiah and confronts him about his allegiance to a pagan king

Those who come on Sunday morning love the church. Those who come on Sunday evening love the pastor. Those who come to prayer meeting love the Lord. And those who come on a long week-end love everybody. Elijah in the conflict I Kings 18:1-19 So far we’ve ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

What's In Your Wallet? Series

Contributed by Mark Eberly on Jul 30, 2007

What’s in your wallet? This is the question that a credit card asks as they give their reasons why their credit card is better than others. Jesus is concerned with our whole being: physical, emotional, mental, spiritual, social, and financial. He understa

A bank issued credit card declaring how their card is so much better than every else’s ends the commercial by asking, “What’s in your wallet?” Jesus may be asking something similar. Scripture Kingdom of heaven is coming now. Treasures are providing benefit now in how we treat one another and we ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21

Denomination: Church Of God

Advantages Of A Strong Small Church Pt 1

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 4, 2018

This message shares some of my thinking from a brief exploration of the character and place of the small church. I credit a large measure of my thinking to the author of the "Grasshopper Myth" by Karl Vater. I include and credit a number of quotes to him

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Advantages of the Small Church” Introduction I have wrestled most of my ministry career with the subject of church growth and health; what constitutes success. Numerous movements and strategies have come and gone. Nearly all the conferences for ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance