Sermons on Self Effort:

Slackers And A Christian Work Ethic

Contributed by Monty Newton on Nov 14, 2010

Followers of Christ are to be hard-working and self-sufficient.

Title: Slackers and a Christian Work Ethic Text: II Thessalonians 3:6-13 Thesis: Followers of Christ are to be hard-working and self-sufficient. Introduction Some men were overheard chatting around the table at a local restaurant about retirement. One of the men, a guy who looked to be in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

By The Grace Of God

Contributed by James Cloud on Aug 4, 2007

Sermon deals with self-righteousness vs. humility.

By the Grace of God Fr. James Cloud St. Jude’s Anglican Church 8-27-2006 The readings today include some very important points in our spiritual walks as Christians. Many churches proclaim, in the spiritual sense, go ahead and play with the boiling water on the stove if you want, stick your ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-22

Denomination: Anglican

You Can't Control The Future Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Feb 16, 2009

Are you filled with self-confidence, worry, or faith?

[If you would like to receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] HOW DO YOU VIEW THE FUTURE? • Are you filled with SELF-CONFIDENCE because you think you are in control? “Then [the rich man] said, ‘This is what I’ll do. I will tear down my barns and build bigger ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-31

Denomination: Baptist

Dying To Live

Contributed by Paul Aguilar on Sep 17, 2008

Dying to self that we might live for Christ

The Book Of Romans. Sunday, September 7, 2008. Romans 6:1 - 14. Dying To Live. I considered another title to this teaching which was -- Putting Sin 6 Feet Under, and that idea will also play a major roll in our study today. But, a full 15 times in the first 14 verses of this chapter the word ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Love That Keeps Yourself In Control Series

Contributed by Jim Erwin on Dec 14, 2007

Responsible love will help us with self control.

Love that Keeps Yourself in Control Responsible Love with Others – Part 1 Romans 13:8-14 We want to look at how God teaches us as Christians to love. I want to call this love “responsible love.” You can love someone responsibly or irresponsibly. The Bible teaches us to be responsible in our love ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Most Religious Person I Know

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jun 3, 2008

The problem and solution to Legalism & Self-Imposed Religion

I. PROBLEM OF JEWISH LEADERS IMPOSING RULES OF CONFORMITY ON COLOSIANS A. New Gentile Christians – struggling to wrap their brains around new-found faith B. Warning About Jewish Leaders 1. “Let no one judge you…” “Let no one cheat you…” (v. 16,18) 2. They are intrusive into things they have not ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

The Humiliation Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Dec 14, 2010

The true spirit of Christmas is humble self-sacrifice.

[If you would like to receive a free sermon each week by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com.] MARY HAD A LITTLE LAMB He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he opened not his mouth; like a lamb that is led to the slaughter, and like a sheep that before its shearers is silent, so he ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:7-9

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Exalts God Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 9, 2012

We are selfless followers of a self-centered God

The God Who Exalts God “We are selfless followers of a self-centered God.” Ezekiel 36:22-23 (p. 614) March 18, 2012 Introduction: “Therefore say to the House of Israel, this is what the sovereign Lord says, “It is not for your sake O house of Israel, that I am going ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 36:22-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Spirit Of Conversion Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 16, 2015

Our Inner Self, Holy Spirit, Life

HOLY ISN’T HIS FIRST NAME – The Spirit of Conversion Romans 8:5-17 (p. 786) April 19, 2015 Introduction: What does “conversion” mean? Well, if you’re a van it means you probably have a seat that makes a bed, and some captain seats with a table. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Caution Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Jul 9, 2012

Satan, his attacks, alertness, self-controll

“CAUTION” 1 Peter 5: 8 (p859) July 8, 2012 INTRODUCTION: I found one of my favorite slideshows online while preparing for this message…it was entitled….”Today Ridiculous Caution Signs” Want to see “them? Well, I’m going to show them ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"unnecessary Burdens"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jul 23, 2019

A sermon about over-coming self-hate.

“Unnecessary Burdens” Colossians 2:6-19 A friend of mine told me about a time he was counseling a teenage girl. She was depressed and contemplating suicide. She was filled with self-hatred and used to cut herself. At one point in the conversation, my friend stood up, pulled a Cross off the ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-19

Denomination: United Methodist

Combining Prayer & Fasting For Spiritual Victory PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Some spiritual battles require more than human efforts and can only be overcome through prayer and fasting.

Good morning, beloved family. Today, we're going to be diving into the deep waters of Mark 9:29. We'll be talking about the tough stuff – the adversity we all face, the reality of spiritual warfare, and the victory we can find through prayer and fasting. As we gear up for this spiritual battle, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:29

Topics: Spiritual Warfare

Thy Will Be Done Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jul 10, 2005

Do you live a God centered, or self centered life?

I’ve heard lots of graduation speeches in my time. Some have been good. Most, I’m afraid, were a bit boring. I remember one, however, was disturbing. The speaker was the valedictorian. He stood up to the podium and he thanked his father. Which sounded good -- at first. “My father taught me ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Pursue Reconciliation Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Mar 16, 2005

Christ calls his followers to be different from the world. We show this difference in our efforts to reconcile relationships.

(based on Southeast Christian Church’s “Living a Life of Integrity”) SERIES: “WORDS OF WISDOM FOR KINGDOM LIVING” TEXT: MATTHEW 5:17-26 TITLE: “PURSUE RECONCILIATION” INTRODUCTION: A. A young insurance salesman had just completed a training seminar in which the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A Life Of Discipline Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Mar 9, 2010

The empty tomb means that we are freed from the power of sin over our lives and we can live the kind of lives God originally intended right now in the present.

A Life of Discipline: Lent week 3 March 7, 2010 Intro: The season of Lent can sometimes feel like the opposite of the season of Advent, don’t you think? Advent, our preparation for Christmas, seems to be full of excitement and anticipation and joy and merriness, as we prepare to gather ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-14

Denomination: Baptist