Sermons on Self Restraint:

Self Examination Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 16, 2004

If only we’d recognize when we have strayed, get godly counsel, then seek for the unity of the body of Christ – that’s when we will see God’s love and peace flourish in our lives and in the church.

For more Bible studies visit: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Self Examination 2 Corinthians 13:1-14 Pastor Tom Fuller There comes a time in every child’s life when patience on the parent’s part ends, and accountability on the child’s part begins. As we begin this morning I want to share a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:1-14

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Paradox Of Self

Contributed by Joseph Anderson on Jan 25, 2011

The importance of self in determining one's destiny. To hell or heaven.

The Paradox of ‘self’ (Luke 9:25) “For what is a man advantaged, if he gain the whole world, and lose himself, or be cast away?” Introduction: In 2 timothy chapter 3, Apostle Paul warns us of the terrible times that will be in the last days. The idea is not something new ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:25

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Our Self

Contributed by Pastor Steve Zimmerman on Aug 28, 2010

We have become a society centered on

Our Self We all are selfish by nature. The unhappy trend in North America is that self is becoming more and more important. Reality shows on T.V. underline the growth of this attitude; that self is the primary motive of people in this culture. The antics on these shows, we laugh at, but ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The New Self

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Jul 31, 2010

What does a New Self in Christ look like? The New Self is Sacrificial; The New Self is a Servant; The New Self is Sanctified; The New Self is Spirit-led

The New Self 060709 PM Text: Colossians 3:9 - 10 Introduction I think we can easily find Christians who don’t seem to be different from the rest of the world. I bet it would be difficult to pick them out as Christians at a party or a ball game. This is part of the reason that the world views ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:9-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Love Of "Self"

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Apr 8, 2011

In this message, we discuss Self-Craving; Self-Indulgence; Self-Pity; and Self-Denial.

Right before Israel and Judah fell to the Assyrians and Babylonians, God called several prophets to warm the people that devastation would soon follow and to encourage them to repent. As these prophets recorded these events, they paid particular attention to the peoples’ attitude, no doubt ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:27-29

Denomination: *other

Self Examination

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jul 24, 2012

Self Eamination

Self Examination August 17, 2008 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Self Examination Focus Passage: I Corinthians 11:17-30 Introduction: I. Intended Purpose a. To remember the sacrifice of Christ b. To bring unity of believers II. Wrong ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:17-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Abrogation Of Self

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 6, 2010

There is a marked difference between a believer and a disciple, between being a Spirit-sealed Christian and a Spirit-filled Christian. The distinguishing mark of the disciple, the Spirit-filled Christian, and the soldier of the Kingdom is the abrogation o

The Abrogation of Self 2 Timothy 2:1-5 Luke 14:26 Introduction: There is a marked difference between a believer and a disciple, between being a Spirit-sealed Christian and a Spirit-filled Christian. There is likewise considerable difference between being a citizen of Heaven and being a soldier of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Old Self Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Nov 15, 2010

We cannot go back to the old self, and no where is the distinction between the old self and the new self found than in the area of sexuality.

Introduction We wrapped up two Sundays ago the first section of chapter 4 on the theme of church unity. We now move into the subject of what constitutes Christian moral behavior. Look with me at the text, Ephesians 4:17-19. Text Now this I say and testify in the Lord, that you must no longer ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The New Self Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Nov 15, 2010

Walking in Christ involves three activities - putting off the old self, having the mind renewed, and putting on the new self. What does this look like?

Introduction How important is what you wear? The answers may range from “it makes no difference at all” to “you are what you wear.” Wherever you stand in the scale of opinion, what you wear does make a statement of what you think, at least about clothing. Our Scripture ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:20-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Self Deception Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 11, 2013

Is it possible for us to deceive ourselves into believing what is false? God says it is...

People can delude themselves into believing whatever they want. For example, before I became a Christian (when I was 21), I was out driving my truck when I needed to turn around and go back to where I left. When I did so, I backed into a street sign and scraped up and dented my truck. Of course, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Self Control

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Feb 6, 2019

ARE YOU IN CONTROL,OR IS SOMEONE ELSE?

Self Control Pre: Self control is an awesome thing to behold. Perhaps this is because so few of us have obtained it. We respect those who demonstrate it. Intro: Little boy selling a push lawnmower. Baptist preacher come along and wanted to buy it and asked did it run. "Yes ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Self- Control

Contributed by Norman Bernad on Jul 20, 2023

When the Spirit has control of our thoughts and actions, then we'll be able to think before we act and have the willingness and strength to follow God's will for our lives. Self-control requires that we think before we act.

Self- Control (Fruits of the Holy Spirit) Gal 5: 22 1. Psalm: 11 2. Judges 16:4-18 3. Genesis 39:11-18 Today we come to the ninth and final fruit of the Spirit – the fruit of self-control. Self-control means having power over your body’s desires and passions. It is impossible to succeed in ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22, Judges 16:4-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Relying On Self

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Aug 2, 2023

Nowadays, it's all about instant gratification. It has become a reality. But advertisers weren't the first to use this strategy. From the beginning, Satan has used instant gratification in his bag of tricks to entice us.

Were any of you tempted this past week? Sure, you were! If you watched any TV or listened to the radio you were more than likely tempted to purchase something. Advertisers often make self-indulgence a part of their marketing strategies. They say we'll be happier if we drive this vehicle, use ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 4:1-4, Deuteronomy 8:2-10, Philippians 4:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Self Control

Contributed by Dove Inspirations on Jul 7, 2021

The HOLY SPIRIT and self control

Self Control Galatians 5:22-24 There is no law against self-control. In other words there is no law against the ability to regulate and alter your responses in order to avoid undesirable behaviors and outcomes, increase desirable ones and achieve long term goals. Self control ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-24

Self-Control Series

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on May 27, 2021

You will recognize them BY. THEIR. FRUITS.

September 12, 2020 We began this series with Love. Love is the seed of all our fruit: joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness and gentleness. Self-Control is the glue that holds it all together. Self-Control comes from a Greek word that literally means to be a “MASTER OF ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:16-20, Galatians 5:22-25

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist