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  • Seeking Self-Justification Series

    Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 30, 2022
     | 1,266 views

    Part of a Lenten Sermon Series on people in the gospels who seek out Jesus. This week we consider less than pure motivations in “Seeking Self-Justification.” We hear the story of a man who wants Jesus to settle a dispute between him and his brother.

    March 30, 2022 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 12:13-21 Seeking Self-Justification Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Why do we seek Jesus? For direction, for help, for forgiveness. There are many reasons. And if ...read more

  • Self Justification: The Path Of Least Resistance

    Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 27, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,501 views

    we lie, we justify, we are no longer aware that we sin also Jame 1:12-18

    Scripture: Heb 3:1-13 James 1:12-18 We are not looking for the truth we are looking for a reason to justify ourselves. We are not looking for the truth we are looking for a reason to justify ourselves. I take an action and I an able to explain why I took that action. How many of us, pulled over by ...read more

  • The Bible Is Misinterpreted Or Distorted For Self-Justification Series

    Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 7, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 89 views

    This sermon will examine seven examples of biblical misinterpretation, highlighting the dangers of distorting God's word for personal gain.

    The Holy Bible, a sacred scripture for millions, has been a source of guidance, comfort, and wisdom for centuries. However, some individuals have manipulated its teachings to justify their sinful actions. This sermon will examine seven examples of biblical misinterpretation, highlighting the ...read more

  • Justification Series

    Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 14, 2011
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,001 views

    Justification

    SO GREAT A SALVATION - JUSTIFICATION. The result of propitiation is justification. I. Definition. A. Secular Definition - justifying an innocent man who was initially thought guilty. B. Cultural Definition - Greeks used it for a wicked king who justified his outrageous acts. ...read more

  • Justification

    Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 26, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,391 views

    A sermon on justification preached on a Sunday night (Material adapted from John Stott's book, The Cross of Christ, chapter 7 The Salvation of Sinners, section under Justification)

    HoHum: Let's say we where caught speeding down the highway. We are doing 100 mph, obviously slightly out of the acceptable speeding window. We go to court and just as the judge is about to throw the book at us, someone steps forward and says, "I will pay the fine. I will take the punishment." And ...read more

  • Self-Righteous Delusion

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 20, 2019
     | 3,992 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

  • Twisted Truth Series

    Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006
    based on 70 ratings
     | 25,178 views

    Sermon examines compromises and deception found in story of Micah and the Levite which serve as warnings against self-justification.

    Twisted Truth Series: Lessons from Judges #3 Judges 17:1-18:31[1] 7-31-05 Intro What happens to God’s people when they loose sight of their God-given calling? What happens to God’s people when they fail to honor the word of God as their standard of lifestyle—when they mix worldly ideas with ...read more

  • Justification By Faith

    Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 14, 2022
     | 1,312 views

    This is from a series on doctrine

    Title: The Doctrine of Justification Script: Romans 3:21-26 Type: Doctrinal Series Where: GNBC 5-15-22 Intro: In Greek Mythology, Atlas was a Titan who was responsible for bearing the weight of the heavens on his shoulders, a punishment bestowed on him by Zeus. He was given this task in ...read more

  • The Delusion Of Self-Righteousness

    Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 23, 2016
     | 6,510 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

  • Justification By Faith Series

    Contributed by Robert Leroe on May 25, 2014
     | 4,007 views

    The earliest controversy in the church was over a critical matter: What does it mean in practical terms to be a member of God’s family? Also, coming to Christ is an act of self-denial. We are “under new management.”

    Introduction: One thing we can all agree on: People rarely agree! Even in the early church there was conflict; and while we’d prefer unity among believers, disputes happen. In an awkward moment Peter and Paul were at odds. Paul confronted the head of the church to his face…because ...read more

  • Justification

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 31, 2025
     | 15 views

    Justification is one of the most profound doctrines of the Christian faith. It is the divine act by which God declares a sinner righteous on the basis of faith in Jesus Christ.

    JUSTIFICATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: "Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ." – Romans 5:1 Supporting Texts: Romans 3:24, Galatians 2:16, Titus 3:7, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Ephesians 2:8-9 INTRODUCTION Justification is one of ...read more

  • Justification

    Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 22, 2004
    based on 11 ratings
     | 3,647 views

    In this passage Paul lists three great blessing of our justification: Peace with God, Access to God, and Glorious Hope of being with God.

    THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Recently I read the biography of Norman Grubb, a missionary in Africa, and the leader of his mission for 30 years. I was struck by what he wrote: "At conversion we learned that we had not done what we should, but then we soon learn that of ourselves we cannot do what we ...read more

  • Justification

    Contributed by Dennis Clark on Feb 8, 2005
    based on 17 ratings
     | 6,311 views

    Being Justified by God

    North College Ave. Baptist Church We are Justified by Christ Romans 3:20-26 November 21, 2004 I. The Fact of Justification---"Being Justified" A. The word "Justify" means "righteous" B. The meaning of the term, "Justification": the word is used to declare and treat one as righteous. C. Thus, ...read more

  • Justification

    Contributed by Mitch Davis on Aug 18, 2004
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,010 views

    How God wills for man to be justified before Him. Rom. 4:5-12

    Justification Theme: How God wills for man to be justified before Him. Romans 4:5-12 INTRODUCTION A. In the next few weeks we will look at some various words or phrases that are often misunderstood by many professing Christians: 1. Justification. 2. Falling from grace. ...read more

  • Justification

    Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Nov 28, 2005
    based on 65 ratings
     | 16,271 views

    Four facts about justification

    Romans 3:24 Justification Woodlawn Baptist Church November 27, 2005 Introduction (see footnote) As we get started, I want to read to you four verses from Paul’s letter to the Romans. First we’ll read Romans 3:24, “Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ ...read more