Sermons on self determination: showing 811-825 of 87,783

Bear The Cross To Wear The Crown

Contributed by Victor Yap on Sep 8, 2013

Cross

BEAR THE CROSS TO WEAR THE CROWN (MATTHEW 16:21-28) Being a disciple of Christ is quite costly in many parts of Asia and Africa even though it is quite a tame or mild affair in the Western world. In Iran, 32-years old pastor Youcef Nadarkhani, leader of a network of Iranian house churches, was ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:21-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Self-Denial: Part 2 Of A 4 Part Series On Spiritual Formation Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Nov 9, 2014

The key to embracing the life of a Christ-follower is in embracing the way of Jesus. Self-denial was a key part of Jesus example, and it's how we are able to live most free.

Spiritual Formation 2: Self-Denial - Philippians 2:1-16; Luke 9:23-24 November 9, 2014 Today is the 2nd message is a series where we’re looking at the subject of spiritual formation. Last week in a message called: “Desiring God”, we covered some of the basics of what spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lessons For The Materializing Church -- Part 12 Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Feb 16, 2010

Christians are often accused of hypocrisy. With that in mind, it is a legitimate question to ask, “What is the root of this hypocrisy?” or “Where does this hypocrisy come from?” There is a simple answer to these questions, hypocrisy come when we allow o

THE HORRIDNESS OF HOARDING James 5:1-6 (NIV) 1 Now listen, you rich people, weep and wail because of the misery that is coming upon you. 2 Your wealth has rotted, and moths have eaten your clothes. 3 Your gold and silver are corroded. Their corrosion will testify against you and eat your flesh like ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Part 6 - Why Don’t I Have More Self-Control? Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 19, 2010

We do what we don’t want, and vice versa...Why?

I do not understand my own actions. For I do not do what I want, but I do the very thing I hate. Romans 7:14 - 25 (NRSV) [1] We are still grappling with some of life’s “why” questions. Today’s question is #6 in the series – a riddle that is arguably one of the simplest and most basic; at the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: United Methodist

Me-Firstology

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Dec 23, 2009

When we truly put the kingdom of God and others before ourselves, then the Lord will see to it that we have the things that we need.

Me-firstology: The “Me First” Mentality 04/30/06 AM Reading: Luke 9:57-62 Introduction [Note: This lesson is adapted from an article entitled “The Me First Syndrome” by Wayne Jackson Christian Courier: Penpoints 11/14/05.] As Jesus went about His earthly ministry, people either wanted to follow ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:57-62

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

7 Ways To Avoid Sexual Sin

Contributed by Angelo Camungao on Jun 16, 2011

When was the last time you stopped to remind yourself of the battle we are fighting?

As some of you already know, last week was hard. A good friend of mine disqualified himself from ministry due to an inappropriate relationship with a woman in his church. While the need for vigilance in this area is fresh on my mind, I want to try to redeem this tragedy by offering the following 7 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Blessed Are The Pure In Heart

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Apr 15, 2011

When we respond to God

Blessed are the Pure in Heart Matt 5:8 April 10, 2011 Intro: A couple of years ago we went to Ottawa as my wife Joanne had some work to do there, so Thomas and I tagged along to check out our nation’s capital. One of the places we visited was the historic Canadian mint – where money ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:8

Denomination: Baptist

Man In The Mirror

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on May 5, 2011

Before we look at anyone else we should look at our own short comings and faults, in short we should examine ourselves.

Man In The Mirror 2 Corinthians 13: 5-10 Self examination. Examine yourselves as to whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves. Do you not know yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Dangers Of Angers Series

Contributed by Robert Bravo on Aug 10, 2010

As we strive to be like christ we need to keep a heart of forgivness and control our anger

Living as children of Light: The dangers of anger Ephesians 4:20-26 We sin in our anger I. When we Lose control 1 Peter 1:13: 1 Peter 5:8 • In what we say Mathew 12:36-37: Proverbs 13:3; Proverbs 12:23 • In what we do II. When we seek revenge Mathew ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:20-26

Denomination: Nazarene

Flashback

Contributed by Charles Jones on Dec 5, 2011

Before believers succumb to the temptation to doubt God, they should remember that God has never left them alone.

Flashback In Psalm 27:13 David said I had fainted, unless I had believed to see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living. What is a Flashback? a : interruption of chronological sequence (as in a film or literary work) by interjection of events of earlier occurrence;also : an instance ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sending "Beautiful Feet" Series

Contributed by Andy Payne on May 15, 2010

Baptist Union of New Zealand's Self Denial Appeal for their mission agency Tranzsend.

Call to Worship: Psalm 99:3-4 Self Denial Appeal #1 Sending “Beautiful feet” INTRO: Look at your feet. Aren’t they beautiful? READ Isaiah 52:7 The messenger – says to Zion (the people of God) Not the heathen/unbelievers God promises restoration following ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Baptist

Some Things Isaiah Seen

Contributed by Jerry Stepp on Jun 4, 2010

Once we have a clear look at who God is, and in His rightful place it causes you and I to take a deeper look at who we are and what we end up seeing

Some Things Isaiah Seen Isaiah 6:1-9 A thanks goes to Pastor Steve Holdren of Victory Missionary Baptist Church for this thought. 1. Himself….“Woe is me” Vs.5 2. The King….“He is dead” Vs.1 3. The King of Kings ….“He is alive” Vs.2 4. The People ….“Unclean” Vs.5 5. The Angles ….“Praising God” ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret Of Happiness

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 22, 2013

Some suffering in life is hard to explain, but much of it is self-inflicted. Could your misery be due to poor choices? Due to apathy or indifference? Could our suffering be due to sin?

August 25, 2006 The Secret of Happiness Scripture: Psalm 32, especially verse 1: Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. Introduction: Some suffering in life is hard to explain, but much of it is self-inflicted. Could your misery be due to poor choices? Due ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Discipleship: 4 Essential Components Series

Contributed by Cameron Bottema on Jul 24, 2013

To be a disciple of Jesus begins with a "desire" to follow Him. Here at 4 essential components of discipleship explained.

Introduction: Pastor Randy Leckliter tells the story of a man who got lost in the desert. After wandering around for a long time, suffering from a severely parched throat, he spotted a little shack in the distance. He made his way over to the shack and found a water pump with a small jug of water ...read more

Denomination: Friends

Schooling Grace

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Jul 29, 2013

A sermon that details the work of schooling grace after true conversion.

"Schooling Grace" Titus 2:11 For the grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men, 12 Teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly, in this present world; 13 Looking for that blessed hope, and the glorious appearing of ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-15

Denomination: Baptist