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  • Roshelle Brenneise avatar

    Self-Control Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 27, 2021
     | 4,174 views

    You will recognize them BY. THEIR. FRUITS.

    September 12, 2020 We began this series with Love. Love is the seed of all our fruit: joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness and gentleness. Self-Control is the glue that holds it all together. Self-Control comes from a Greek word that literally means to be a “MASTER OF ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Self Control Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 3, 2024
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     | 825 views

    This sermon on Self-Control explores the transformative journey of aligning our responses with God's truth, emphasizing the power of assertiveness over passivity or aggression, fostering respectful communication, and recognizing that true self-control comes from Christ.

    Self Control Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons When faced with difficult or unpleasant situations, what kind of self-talk goes through your mind? Are you the type of person who tends to be passive, avoiding confrontation to the point of internalizing your frustration, replaying ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Relying On Self

    Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 2, 2023
     | 1,788 views

    Nowadays, it's all about instant gratification. It has become a reality. But advertisers weren't the first to use this strategy. From the beginning, Satan has used instant gratification in his bag of tricks to entice us.

    Were any of you tempted this past week? Sure, you were! If you watched any TV or listened to the radio you were more than likely tempted to purchase something. Advertisers often make self-indulgence a part of their marketing strategies. They say we'll be happier if we drive this vehicle, use ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Self-Examination

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 4, 2025
     | 508 views

    When believers examine themselves with humility and openness to the Holy Spirit, they position themselves for growth, restoration, and fruitfulness.

    SELF-EXAMINATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 13:5 Supporting Texts: Lamentations 3:40, Psalm 139:23-24, Galatians 6:4, 1 Corinthians 11:28 INTRODUCTION: Self-examination is a spiritual discipline that is often neglected in the life of many believers. In an age of comparison ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Dying To Self Series

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 21, 2025
     | 214 views

    Dying to self is not a suggestion but a spiritual requirement for those who wish to walk in the fullness of Christ.

    DYING TO SELF By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 2:20 Supporting Texts: Luke 9:23-24, Romans 6:6-11, Philippians 3:7-10, Colossians 3:3-5, John 12:24-26 INTRODUCTION: One of the most challenging yet crucial aspects of the Christian life is learning to die to self. In a world that ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Self-Righteousness

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 12, 2025
     | 188 views

    Self-righteousness is the deceptive belief that one is morally superior or acceptable before God based on personal works, religious activities, or outward behaviour.

    SELF-RIGHTEOUSNESS By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 18:9-14 Supporting Texts: Romans 10:3, Isaiah 64:6, Philippians 3:9, Matthew 23:27-28, Proverbs 16:2 INTRODUCTION: Self-righteousness is the deceptive belief that one is morally superior or acceptable before God based on personal works, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Dying To Self PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 993 views

    Help believers understand the warnings of the last days, grow in their knowledge of God, and learn the importance of dying to self.

    Good morning, family. I hope this week has been full of blessings and lessons for each one of you. Today, we're going to dive deep into a topic that is crucial for every believer, a topic that speaks to the very core of our faith and the way we live our lives. It's about understanding the warnings ...read more

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    Self-Reflection PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 21, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 1,037 views

    This sermon urges the Church to self-examine, repent, resist worldly influences, and prioritize God-pleasing preaching over crowd-pleasing entertainment.

    Welcome, beloved congregation, to this sanctuary where our hearts find solace, our spirits find nourishment, and our faith finds reinforcement. We are gathered here, not as mere spectators, but as active participants in the divine discourse that God has graciously invited us into. We are here, not ...read more

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    Three Destructive Temptations For Achievers

    Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 55 ratings
     | 4,038 views

    IF YOU ARE AN ACHIEVER, HERE ARE THREE TEMPTATIONS YOU UNDOUBTEDLY FACE: 1.

    IF YOU ARE AN ACHIEVER, HERE ARE THREE TEMPTATIONS YOU UNDOUBTEDLY FACE: 1. To be self-sufficient - To be the master of your fate! To control your destiny! To make it happen! Jesus, however, calls you to a life of dependence: "Cursed is the one who trusts in man, who depends on flesh for his ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "Weapon Of Mass Destruction (Wmd)"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Sep 13, 2009
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,218 views

    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that mature Christians can be idenified by their speech.

    13 September 2009 U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris 504th Compound’s Multi-Purpose Facility C.O. B. Adder Tallill, Iraq BIG IDEA: There is a direct correlation between spiritual maturity and a disciplined tongue; and spiritual immaturity and an undisciplined tongue (or a Christian who talks ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Pride & Destruction Part 1

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 28, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,664 views

    Part one of a two part series.

    Pride & Destruction This is the first sermon on Pride & Destruction. A sin existed before the “In the beginning” of Gen. 1:1 – before Adam and Eve – and it’s still here today. It’s so common that it’s perceived as good on one hand and bad on the other. When this sin is seen in the things you do, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Perspective: The Destructive Power Of Sin Series

    Contributed by Billy Ricks on Aug 14, 2011
     | 8,403 views

    God never planned for defeat to be the rule of the Christian life. God planned for the Holy Spirit to be the ruling principle of our life. Victory is to be the rule defeat the exception. When sin is ruling in our life God called for us to deal with it.

    Intro: What does God want from the people that make up this local body of believers called Immanuel? Does he want new buildings, more children for VBS, more bible study classes, what does He want? First he wants us to get our perspective right about we exist for the purpose of God living in us ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Taming The Tongue: A Key To Harmonious Living SermonCentral

    Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 12, 2023
    based on 2 ratings
     | 718 views

    This sermon explores the power of the tongue and the importance of using it wisely. It emphasizes the need for self-control in speech to promote harmony and avoid destruction.

    Lately, there has been a lot of negative news surrounding the Catholic church, particularly regarding allegations of sexual misconduct by priests. While I do not condone these actions, it saddens me because the world is watching and may view the church as hypocritical. However, there is another ...read more

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    The Destruction Of End-Time Babylon Series

    Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Jun 21, 2024
     | 907 views

    Prostitutes demise is portrayed as the destruction of a wealthy commercial city.

    June 22, 2024 Last week revealed the identity of Babylon the Great – the Prostitute. The religious system that will control world governments in the last days. The closing verses of Revelation 17 briefly describe what will happen when those same governments turn against her: Revelation 17:16 ...read more

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    Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

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    Pride’s Destruction

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Sep 24, 2012
     | 3,621 views

    Herod, A Man Given to Sinfulness & the Sin Cycle

    An apprehensive female traveller approaching the gangway of an enormous new passenger liner gazes up in amazement at its looming hulk. "Is this ship really unsinkable?" she nervously inquires of a nearby deck hand. "Yes, lady," the deck hand answers. "God himself could not sink this ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist