Sermons on Self Importance:

Don't Be A Grinch This Christmas

Contributed by Patrick Nix on Dec 23, 2010

Christmas is a time of joy, at least it should be. But sadly, many will have a Bah, Humbug attitude. A heart two sizes too small for this season. You don’t have to be green & have bad teeth to mess up Christmas, and you don’t have to live in Whoville t

It’s true, one of my favorite Christmas shows is the Dr. Seuss classic, ‘How the Grinch Stole Christmas!’ (1966). The wiry villain plans to dress up like Santa and sneak into houses to steal stockings and presents and trees… that is, until he meets little Cindy Lou Who from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-19

Denomination: Baptist

I’m In Need Of Resurrection – Part Ii Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Mar 11, 2016

Because of the indwelling Holy Spirit, the same power that raised Jesus from the dead is the power that enables us to walk in the Spirit and not fulfill the sinful thinking, immoral conduct and fickled feelings.

Last time we looked at the Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead and learned that it has certain repercussions—it leaves a mark on those who are touched by it. The Resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead has spiritual, psychological (mind, will, emotions) and physical ramifications ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:4-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Polished Shaft

Contributed by Brian Buriff on Jun 13, 2006

Keys to healthy self-reflection and review your life accomplishments and influence

I. INTRODUCTION A. The Old Testament Contains Hundreds Of Prophecies Regarding Coming Messiah 1. Many of the prophecies are very descriptive of His nature or mission 2. For example… a. in Genesis – “Seed of a woman” b. in Isaiah 53 – “Wonderful Counselor”, “Mighty God” … etc. B. Isaiah 49 ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-6

Denomination: Church Of God

Robbed By Relationships Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on May 17, 2009

Discusses how seeking fulfillment in human relationships can rob us of our identity in who God created us to be and talks about how we can have our identity restored and protected.

Identity Theft Is your Identity at Risk of being… Robbed by Relationships We risk Identity Theft when we… …Seek fulfillment through Human relationships We recover and protect ourselves from Identity theft when we… …Enter a relationship with Jesus Christ …Forgive those in relationships who have ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Delighting The Senses Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jan 5, 2022

In chapter 2, he describes his quest for fulfillment in laughter, wine, self, wealth, and people. He dove headfirst into those things and found only an empty pool.

WISE LIVING: DELIGHTING THE SENSES Ecclesiastes 2:1-26 #wiseliving2022 READ ECCLESIASTES CHAPTER 2 [person from congregation] INTRODUCTION… Little Bit About Solomon As we get started this morning, I have two introductions. The first is about the author of the Book of Ecclesiastes because it is ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Last Will Be First And The First Will Be Last.

Contributed by Reginald Knight on Sep 20, 2014

THE WAY IN WHICH WE BEHAVE TOWARDS OTHERS IS IMPORTANT FOR OUWN LIVES. THIS PARABLE INDEED REPRESENTS THIS.

Proper 20 by: Seminarian Reginald Knight Sunday September 21, 2014. St. Mary’s Anglican Church (The Diocese Of Barbados) Matthew 20: ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Anglican

Babel's Confusion

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001

Egotistical people confuse themselves because of their self-destructive desires

Unit 5 – Changes Lesson 12 – The Tower of Babel – Genesis 11:1-11 For the Teacher’s Preparation 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand that people may make selfish plans, but the Sovereign God maintains control over everything. 2. Explanation of the Aim: In our lesson the people displayed ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Salvation Has Come!"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 27, 2008

God will reveal God’s self to YOU! Just wait.

Luke 2:22-40 “Salvation Has Come!” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor, Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org I have a hard time waiting, how about you? The Rock Band Queen had a song in which Freddie Mercury belted out: “I Want It All and I Want It Now!” A good friend of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: United Methodist

Twittering Ourselves To Death Series

Contributed by Joel Smith on Jul 8, 2009

Put on the new self by getting your mind right with God.

An article appearing in the August 11, 2007 edition of World Magazine entitled, “Sex and the evangelical teen” suggests evangelical teenagers on the whole may be more sexually immoral than non-Christians. “Christian parents and churches need to face up to a problem long hidden in the dark: ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-24

Denomination: Baptist

Enemies Of The Cross

Contributed by Scott Carroll on Mar 11, 2008

DEALS WITH SELF-DENIAL; ALSO BRINGS SOME UNDERSTANDING TO "WORKS"

ENEMIES OF THE CROSS 7/22/2007 Gal 5:24 24 And they that are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with the affections and lusts. 25 If we live in the Spirit, let us also walk in the Spirit. (KJV) Gal 5:24-25 24 Those who belong to Christ have nailed their natural evil desires to his cross and ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:24-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You A Living Sacrifice

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jun 25, 2013

Does your life look like a sacrifice to self or Christ?

Rom 12:1-13:1 1 I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. 2 And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

“gracious Living” - Part Two Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 2, 2014

In living a gracious life, Christ calls us to die to self.

This is the final message on “Finding Freedom In Forgiving Others.” Last time, we began a consideration of our text by noting how Jesus speaks to us about the nature and the benefits of gracious living. Jesus says gracious living is non-judgemental, accepting, forgiving, and giving. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:37-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Greatest Recipe I've Ever Read

Contributed by Larry Moyer on Aug 5, 2009

Godliness is not a matter of something you need to do, but someone you need to be. Because if you are the person you need to be you will do the things you need to do.

One advantage I have in traveling is tasting the good cooking of others. Along with that good cooking comes some great recipes that either my wife or I have been given over the past 32 years. In fact, unless the Lord allows us to take these recipes along to heaven, we’ll never be able to try them ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:5-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rahab's Scarlet Robe Of Redemption Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Sep 6, 2015

This study is about the life of Rahab, the harlot who is an example of the grace of God at work. In spite of her past, she was rewarded beyond measure because she had faith to believe. In the same manner, God can save us regardless of our sins.

RAHAB'S SCARLET CORD OF REDEMPTION SCRIPTURE READING: Joshua 2:15-21 15 So she let them down by a rope through the window, for the house she lived in was part of the city wall. 16 She said to them, “Go to the hills so the pursuers will not find you. Hide yourselves there three days until ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:15-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Selfcontrol: The Discipline Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Sep 25, 2012

We are told that we are more than victorius through Christ. If that is so then why do so many Christ followers seem to have defeat and not victory. Because the only place victory comes before work is in the dictionary. A forgotten or ignored fruit of t

Intro: Have you ever looked for victory in your spiritual life but had it vanish like a mist of fog? Are you searching for what it means to be more than a conqueror but feel conquered most of the time? Do you sing victory in Jesus and really don’t believe that it’s possible. If you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist