Sermons on Self Honesty:

Prayer Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 10, 2022

As Christians, we all want to be more like Jesus. We all know that this life is about seeking after that one goal every day so that others might see Jesus in us and want to come to Him. Here are some practical ways to achieve the goal.

PRAYER [part 1] My son-in-law asked me if I would tell him how to become a more Christlike person. I had already decided to write an article on the subject, 'How can I become a more Christlike person.' I responded with, 'I CAN; GIVE ME A COUPLE OF DAYS TO REVIEW THE INFO ON THE ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Baptist

The Danger Of Pride

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jan 29, 2025

Pride is a dangerous attitude that leads to downfall and separation from God. It is characterised by self-exaltation, a lack of dependence on God, and disregard for others. Scripture warns that pride goes before destruction and a haughty spirit before a fall.

Title: THE DANGER OF PRIDE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Proverbs 16:18 Supporting Texts: James 4:6, Isaiah 14:12-15, 1 Peter 5:5, Daniel 4:28-33, Philippians 2:3 INTRODUCTION: Pride is a dangerous attitude that leads to downfall and separation from God. It is characterised by ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:18, James 4:6, Isaiah 14:12-15, 1 Peter 5:5, Daniel 4:28-33, Philippians 2:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

We Can Deceive Ourselves Series

Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Jun 29, 2021

Deception can come from within. Have you ever told yourself a lie, and talked yourself into believing it? That is self-deception. Have you ever seen your friends doing something, and you know it is wrong, but you still talked yourself into doing that exact same thing? That is self-deception.

Introduction My Bible tells me as we approach the end times, there will be one major event that will occur that the church is silent about for the most part, and therefore, the church is not teaching its members to be aware. But this event must occur, and we must be prepared for it because God ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:3

Denomination: Baptist

The Cost Of Following Christ | Matthew 9:35-10:42 Series

Contributed by Amar Chandnani on May 13, 2025

The cost of following Christ will involve suffering and sacrifice. It will involve love and compassion for others. It will entail persecution and opposition from others. It will demand self-denial and humility -- all of these combined -- but the reward is eternal and permanent.

I used to run for our college varsity track team and I can recall the many months of training we would undergo just to compete in a division race. Two hours running before the sun is up and two hours more before the sun goes down. It was grueling. Our coach would pound us with circuit training, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 1 "Two Paths, Two Destinations"

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 4, 2006

Psalm 1 tells the tale of two lives being lived in stark contrast of one another. It is the tale of life of the "God-Centered" or the Godly Life and the life of the "Self-Centered" or the Ungodly Life.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: [Music Video - Two sets of Jones’] Transition: We live in a world that is filled with contrasts . . . Rich and Poor; Big and Little; Good and Bad; Black and White; Day and Night; Light and Darkness. Just as this music presentation sets before us two paths, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

The Cost Of Discipleship

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 24, 2021

Jesus tells the disciples He will have to suffer and Peter rebukes HIm. Jesus tells them that unless they deny themselves & take their cross, they'll be rejected. The power of God only flows into a crucified life. Have you surrendered all yet?

THE COST OF DISCIPLESHIP Mk. 8:31-38 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. A teacher with obvious liberal tendencies told her class of small children that she was an atheist. She asked her class, “How many of you want to be atheists too?” Not knowing what atheism is, but wanting to be like their teacher, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fifth Sunday Of Lent, Year B--I Tried But It Died: Grain Of Wheat

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Feb 15, 2024

A Christian is obliged to let go, to put himself into hands that are not his own of letting oneself go into the hands of God.

Wheat is associated with being sewn in the ground, buried, geminating and then springing up for bread to feed multitudes. These are all symbols of Christ’s passion, death, resurrection, and communion with his Body, the Church with Jesus, saved in his Sacrifice at Calvary. The seed has to be buried ...read more

Scripture: John 12:20-33

Denomination: Catholic

Jerked Back Into Reality

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 23, 2022

The disciples were whipsawed into reality, that Christ was risen from death.

Easter Tuesday One of the realities of life is that our little minds are quite capable of self-delusion, and on a grand scale. Most of the time we fool ourselves into thinking we understand what is going on around us–way more than we actually do understand. We kid ourselves that we are in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:36-39

Denomination: Catholic

Be Like Valentine

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Feb 9, 2023

Billions of people around the world celebrate Valentine's Day. More than celebrating it, we should follow the good examples of Valentine.

Opening: A husband always carries a photo of his wife in his wallet. Whenever he faced a difficult situation, he opened his wallet and saw the picture of his wife. When his friends saw what he did, they said, "You love your wife so much, don't you?" He replied, "When I saw my ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:27-29, John 15:13, Galatians 2:20, 1 John 3:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"anger (Part 2): Four Types Of Anger In The Bible" Series

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Oct 13, 2021

This sermon address the factors that can trigger anger, the four types of anger in the Bible, and how we should deal with them.

Illus.: A passenger boarded a Los Angeles-to-New York flight. He asked one of the flight attendants to wake him up and make sure he got off in Dallas when the plane was transiting there. But he woke up just as the plane landed in New York. He was furious. He called the flight attendant and asked ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, Ephesians 5:32, Matthew 11:29, Matthew 21:12-13, 2 Corinthians 10:1, Ephesians 4:26-27, Romans 12:19, Matthew 5:21-22, Proverbs 19:19, Proverbs 22:24-25, Proverbs 21:19, Proverbs 21:9, Proverbs 15:8, Proverbs 16:32, Proverbs 14:17  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Overcoming The Flesh Through The Spirit

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 4, 2025

The battle between the flesh and the Spirit is a reality every believer must confront. Though we are saved by grace, we still live in bodies prone to sin, and the desires of the flesh can subtly draw us away from God.

OVERCOMING THE FLESH THROUGH THE SPIRIT By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 8:13 Supporting Texts: Galatians 5:16-24, 1 Peter 2:11, Colossians 3:5-10, James 4:7, 1 Corinthians 9:27 INTRODUCTION: The battle between the flesh and the Spirit is a reality every believer must confront. Though ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:13, Galatians 5:16-24, 1 Peter 2:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Taking Up Your Cross Daily Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 20, 2025

Jesus' call to “take up your cross daily” is one of the most powerful and challenging invitations in the Christian journey.

TAKING UP YOUR CROSS DAILY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 9:23 Supporting Texts: Matthew 10:38-39, Galatians 2:20, Romans 12:1-2, 2 Timothy 2:3, Philippians 3:10 INTRODUCTION: Jesus' call to “take up your cross daily” is one of the most powerful and challenging invitations in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living The Crucified Life Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 28, 2025

The crucified life is the essence of true discipleship. It is a life fully surrendered to Jesus Christ—a life that no longer seeks to please self, but one that lives solely for the will and glory of God.

LIVING THE CRUCIFIED LIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 2:20 Supporting Texts: Romans 6:6-11, Luke 9:23, Colossians 3:1-5, Philippians 3:10, 2 Corinthians 5:15 INTRODUCTION: The crucified life is the essence of true discipleship. It is a life fully surrendered to Jesus Christ—a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Lessons From The Herods In The Bible

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 21, 2025

The Herods of the Bible provide us with powerful lessons on the dangers of pride, selfish ambition, and rejecting God’s will. Their lives serve as stark warnings about the cost of rebellion against God and the importance of humility, integrity, and obedience in leadership.

LESSONS FROM THE HERODS IN THE BIBLE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 2:1-18, Mark 6:14-29, Acts 12:1-23 Supporting Texts: Luke 23:1-25, Acts 12:20-23, Revelation 19:11-21 INTRODUCTION: The Herods in the Bible represent a family line known for their tyrannical rule and opposition to ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 2:1-18, Mark 6:14-29, Acts 12:1-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

7 Woes On Religious Leaders (Matthew 23)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 17, 2024

Why are we afraid to preach Matthew 23? Why does the Revised Common Lectionary leave it completely out? Are we afraid to let our churches know that we church leaders are weak, and fail, and also need to repent? Let's find out in Matthew 23.

Jesus warned about hypocrisy among religious leaders and accompanying woes. Have we ever heard this taught? Is it just too painful to admit that we church leaders can sometimes be just like the Pharisees? Let’s learn some hard lessons from Jesus in Matthew 23. Hypocrisy Do we practice what we ...read more

Denomination: Baptist