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  • David Flowers avatar

    Self-Control Freaks Series

    Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 4, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,760 views

    Deals with the necessity of self-control in the Christian spiritual life.

    Self-Control Freaks The Productive Life, prt. 3 Wildwind Community Church March 26, 2006 David K. Flowers Annie Dillard once wrote that you don’t have to go outside on a dark night. You don’t have to clear away all distractions, get far away from everything in the city, and look up into ...read more

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    Denomination: Free Methodist

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    The Self-Emptying Of Jesus Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Dec 15, 2009
    based on 5 ratings
     | 11,530 views

    The true spirit (attitude) of Christmas is humble self-sacrifice.

    [To receive free sermons by email each week, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] Philippians 2:3-8 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Problem Of Self Righteousness

    Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Aug 22, 2008
    based on 9 ratings
     | 7,050 views

    In this parable Jesus contrasts the self righteous with humble, concluding: Everyone who exaults himself will be humbled and those who humble themselves will be exalted. Today we will see: 2 People, 2 prayers and 2 Promises

    The Problem Of Self Righteousness Luke 18:9-14 12/22/2008 INTRODUCTION A businessman well known for his ruthlessness once announced to writer Mark Twain, "Before I die I mean to make a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. I will climb Mount Sinai and read the 10 Commandments aloud at the top." "I have a ...read more

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    Denomination: Orthodox

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    Our Self-Insufficiency Series

    Contributed by Keith Foskey on Aug 3, 2014
     | 4,825 views

    We are not sufficient for anything in and of ourselves. We are totally dependent upon God.

    Fourth petition (preceded by Hallowed be, Thy Kingdom, Thy will…), and this is the first of three petitions which references us. All previous were God-focused, this one is focused on us. These petitions are profound in their simplicity; they reference every aspect of life. Daily Bread = ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Self-Inflicted Storms Series

    Contributed by Douglas Mcdaris on Mar 5, 2012
    based on 4 ratings
     | 8,604 views

    David acknowledged and abhorred the causes of his storm, however, he appreciated the cure for his storm as well.

    SELF-INFLICTED STORMS Psalm 51:1-19 Who suffered the most severe storm, Job or David? Job's storm destroyed family, finances, friends, and threatened his faith. However, David endured a more severe storm! Job endured a Satan-inflicted storm; David endured a "Self inflicted Storm." Satan, ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Source Of Self-Worth

    Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Nov 4, 2017
    based on 3 ratings
     | 17,508 views

    Jesus teaches three ways NOT to go after self-worth, and then concludes with the only truly lasting and meaningful way to find one's worth. Not only that, but he models that true way for us.

    Matthew 23:1-12 The Source of Self-worth Do you ever wonder why some people are such jerks? Sometimes people can be so cruel to others! And yet, behind the facade of the bully lies a deep insecurity, a fear of rejection. Our bookstores are full of books about self-worth. I did a quick search on ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Out With The Old Self Series

    Contributed by Jordan Muck on Oct 11, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,014 views

    An exegetical approach to Colossians 3

    Message Outlines Week 1: Colossians 3:1-4 Focused on What’s Above Week 2: Colossians 3:5-11 5 Spiritual Cautions, 5 Spiritual Disciplines Week 3: Colossians 3:12-17 In With the New Self (Part 1) Week 4: Colossians 3:12-17 In With the New Self (Part 2) Series: Colossians Week: Two Passage: ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Delusion Of Self-Righteousness

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 23, 2016
     | 6,745 views

    Do we justify ourselves by comparing ourselves with others or do we compare ourselves with God alone?

    Intro Do we justify ourselves by comparing ourselves with others or do we compare ourselves with God alone? Goal Let’s learn that compared to God we are all pitiful and that God alone can make us justified. Sermon Plan Let’s discuss self-righteousness and self-justification in Luke ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Chris Smith avatar

    The Art Of Self Encouragement

    Contributed by Chris Smith on Jul 12, 2017
     | 6,093 views

    As leaders we often prioritize the pain of others above our own pain. Pain ignored becomes pain that destroys. How can you be encouraged when you are always having to encourage others?

    The art of self-encouragement As leaders, we often prioritize the pain of others above our own pain. Pain ignored becomes the pain that destroys. That’s ministry, shepherding. Nice to have and utilize outside sources; mentors, books, podcast etc. As leaders, we go from high to low from low to ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Self-Evaluation: History?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 27, 2017
     | 4,417 views

    Accountability is seldom seen? Do we practice self-evaluation? What does our history say about our future?

    Self-evaluation: A OLD YEAR BECOMES HISTORY --- A NEW YEAR IS A MYSTERY By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com Text: Matthew 12:36 But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment. 37 For by thy words thou shalt ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Self-Righteous Delusion

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 20, 2019
     | 4,178 views

    Do we constantly criticize others? Do we constantly compare ourselves to others to justify ourselves? Let’s learn that we are all in the same boat and that God alone justifies. Let’s discuss self-righteousness and self-justification in Luke 18:9-14.

    Do we constantly criticize others? What about politicians, past or current generations or fellow motorists? Do we constantly compare ourselves to others to justify ourselves? Let’s learn that we are all in the same boat and that God alone justifies. Let’s discuss self-righteousness and ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Time For Self-Examination Series

    Contributed by Thomas Clawser on Nov 25, 2018
     | 7,582 views

    Self-examination fuels spiritual formation. If you aren't growing closer to God, you're falling away from Him.

    John Wesley (1703-91), English theologian, evangelist, and founder of Methodism, was so concerned with building a righteous fellowship that he devised a series of questions for his followers to ask each other every week. Some found this rigorous system of inquiry too demanding and left. Today, the ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Trusting Within Self?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 21, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,924 views

    It is easy to fall into an invalid conclusion and trust your self? Your emotions and thought patterns can deceive you.

    TRUSTING WITHIN SELF? WHAT SHALL I DO? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TRUST OURSELVES? WHAT SHALL I DO? CONSIDER RICH PAUPERS? I read many years ago about a man. The man’s law firm had been very successful and made him millions of dollars. He was known in the political ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Christopher Holdsworth avatar

    The Self-Sacrifice Of The Shepherd.

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Apr 18, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,330 views

    He is the Good Shepherd who seeks out the lost sheep, and dies for His flock.

    THE SELF- SACRIFICE OF THE SHEPHERD. John 10:11-18. In the fourth “I am” saying of John’s Gospel, Jesus appears as the Good Shepherd who gives His life for the sheep (John 10:11). Thus He is made known to His sheep (John 10:14). In John 10 Jesus effectively castigated the Pharisees for their ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Suzan Aturo Mugabi avatar

    The Power Of Self Encouragement

    Contributed by Suzan Aturo Mugabi on Oct 28, 2020
    based on 1 rating
     | 9,652 views

    In life everybody faces discouragement but the levels of management differ. Others are quick to overcome it while others take a while and some succumb to it and give up.

    This season of COVID -19 has caused a lot of stress in all aspects of life. Many people’s emotional status is messed up. So much fear, hopelessness and discouragement are looming around. So this sermon is meant to encourage believers that no matter how terrible your situation, hope will arise, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God