Sermons on Self Inspection:

Placebo Faith - The Real Thing Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jan 1, 2018

This message is the conclusion of the series. In this message I examine how fear and a negative self-perception stopped the Children of Israel from entering the Promised Land.

Placebo Faith – The Real Thing - Part 3 Scriptures: Hebrews 11:1, 6; Proverbs 23:7a; Numbers 14:20-30 Introduction This message will conclude my series on “Placebo Faith – The Real Thing” and also introduce my next series which I will start next week titled, “Recognizing Satan’s Tactics.” In ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:20-30, Numbers 13:27-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Mind Of The Master Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

Jesus was self educated, and was an intellectual of His day. He knew His nations past history well through His study of the Old Testament.

A teacher began his Sunday School class by starting a discussion. He said he was reading in the Bible about a living dog and a dead lion, and he asked the class which they would rather be? There was a pause, and then Jack spoke up and said, "I'd rather be the living dog. It's better ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:40-52

Get Out Of The Way...

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Feb 16, 2018

God caused them to self destruct, to melt like wax in the fire! God was the greatest weapon on that day, God is our greatest weapon everyday!

Psalms 68:1-3 NKJ Let God arise, Let His enemies be scattered; Let those also who hate Him flee before Him. 2 As smoke is driven away, So drive them away; As wax melts before the fire, So let the wicked perish at the presence of God. 3 But let the righteous be glad; Let them rejoice before ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 68:1-3, 2 Chronicles 20:1-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Being "re-Found"

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Feb 26, 2023

Are you the rebellious son, lost and far from God? Are you the self-righteous Pharisee, no longer capable of rejoicing when a sinner returns to God?

Luke 15:11-24 'And kill the calf we have been fattening. We must celebrate with a feast, for this son of mine was dead and has now returned to life. He was lost, but now he is found.’ (Luke 15:23, 24) Is Re-found really a word? Well, technically, no. But for this devotional and this lesson ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:11-24

Denomination: Baptist

If You Struggle With Depression And Suicidal Thoughts There Is Hope

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 2, 2021

Depression, suicide, discouragement... Are you disturbed, wrought with depression, and teetering on the brink of self harm? Hopelessness, well, I've known it well.

Depression, suicide, discouragement... Are you disturbed, wrought with depression, and teetering on the brink of self harm? Hopelessness, well, I've known it well. Depression, yes, it's been a constant companion on my life journey. So if you struggle with these very real problems, ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Body And Blood Of Christ; Corpus Christi; The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Paul Andrew on May 17, 2023

In one and the same act, Judas hands Christ over to be sent to death, and Christ hands himself over in his self-giving in the Eucharist to us.

St. Thomas Aquinas says we often remember unusual things better than familiar things because things with a weird twist make a greater impression on the mind, which is also validated by the modern neuroscience of memory. So, here are some unusual truths about the Eucharist: The customary or valid ...read more

Scripture: John 6:51-58

Denomination: Catholic

Beware Of Covetousness

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 17, 2021

Covetousness is described by Jesus as getting rich towards self, without getting rich towards God.. Christians are warned to take heed and beware of it.

Beware of Covetousness Study Text: Luke 12: 13 - 21 Introduction: - A man interrupted Jesus in His sermon with the matters of inheritance and his brother, rather than listening to the sermon. - Jesus said to this man, “A man’s life consisteth not in the abundance of things which he ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rocking Our Faith: Lessons From School Of Rock Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jul 1, 2024

The film School of Rock, with its music, passion, and self-discovery themes, can teach us profound truths about our walk with God.

Rocking Our Faith: Lessons from School of Rock Introduction Today, we’re going to take an unusual but enlightening journey by exploring spiritual lessons from the movie "School of Rock." This film, with its themes of music, passion, and self-discovery, can teach us profound truths about ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10, Colossians 3:23, Romans 12:4-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rider On The Storm

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 28, 2025

Jesus rides through life’s storms and history’s final tempest with self-giving love, ending evil and filling the universe with hallelujah.

Part 1 – Storms A familiar sound of trouble In 1971 a strange new sound came over the radio: a low rumble of thunder, rain in the background, and Jim Morrison’s hushed voice sliding like mist through Riders on the Storm. It wasn’t just music; it was a feeling. The song pictured life as a ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:35-41, Revelation 19:11-16, Revelation 21:4, Psalm 46:1-3, Isaiah 43:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

When I Couldn’t Pray

Contributed by David Dunn on Oct 12, 2025

When fear, loss, or silence steal your words, grace still speaks. True prayer begins where self ends and mercy begins.

> “The Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words.” Romans 8:26–27 --- I. The Stories We Grew Up On We grew up on stories with tidy endings — Junior Guide stories where faith always ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27, Psalm 4:8, Luke 18:13, Luke 22:44, Psalm 42:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Dying On A Cross Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 16, 2025

Today we must give thanks for the gift of Jesus. His self-giving knew no limits and doesn’t stop giving even now.

Good Friday 2025 I’ve frequently thought that the best approach to a homily for Good Friday would be to stand and look at the biggest cross or crucifix and focus on the pain and torment Jesus underwent two thousand years ago. I’ll encourage you to do that sometime in the next couple of days before ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 52:13-15, Isaiah 53:1-12, Hebrews 4:14-16, Hebrews 5:7-9, John 19:1-42, John 18:1-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

Living By The Spirit (A Devotion And Bible Study)

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Aug 20, 2025

The Holy Spirit equips believers with attributes that foster community, such as love, joy, peace, and self-control. Living by the Spirit produces a fruitful and harmonious life.

Living by the Spirit A Devotion and Bible Study Scripture Focus: Galatians 5:22-23; Romans 8:14-16 Theme Overview: The Holy Spirit equips believers with attributes that foster community, such as love, joy, peace, and self-control. Living by the Spirit produces a fruitful and harmonious life. The ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 8:14-16, 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, Philippians 4:7, 2 Timothy 1:7, Ephesians 4:2-3, 1 Corinthians 12:12-13, Colossians 3:12-14, Acts 2:42-47, Hebrews 10:24-25, 1 Thessalonians 5:11, John 15:1-8, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Ephesians 5:18-20, 1 Peter 1:22, Romans 12:9-21, Philippians 2:1-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Choosing The Narrow Way Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 26, 2025

Choosing the narrow way is not a one-time event but a daily commitment. It is a path of self-denial, spiritual discipline, and obedience to God's will.

CHOOSING THE NARROW WAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 7:13-14 Supporting Texts: Luke 13:24, Proverbs 14:12, Deuteronomy 30:19, John 14:6, Psalm 1:6 INTRODUCTION: Life offers us many paths, but only one leads to eternal life. In His sermon on the mount, Jesus spoke clearly about two ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fear Not - Healthy And Unhealthy Fear Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon aims to help the congregation distinguish between healthy and unhealthy fear, and respond to unhealthy fear with power, love, and self-discipline, as guided by the scriptures.

Has anyone here today ever been scared? Has anyone ever been literally - paralyzed by fear - unable to take another step? Well, we’re all in luck because today we begin a 4-week series called Fear Not. Surprisingly, fear is something the bible has an awful lot to say about. In fact, the command, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Topics: Healthy Fear, Unhealthy Fear, Spiritual Discipline

Sermon Series: Fear Not

Following Jesus On The High Road In A Low Road World Series

Contributed by Dr. John D. Wentworth on Jan 7, 2025

In a world where shortcuts, self-interest, and moral compromise often seem to pave the way to success, following Jesus means choosing a different path.

Title: Following Jesus on the High Road in a Low Road World Text: (Matt. 7:13-14) “Enter by the narrow gate. For the gate is wide and the way is easy that leads to destruction, and those who enter by it are many. 14 For the gate is narrow and the way is hard ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible