Sermons on self righteousness: showing 601-615 of 98,620

The Rightness Of Divine Self-Promotion Series

Contributed by David Owens on Nov 1, 2021

While it is wrong and inappropriate for us to make it all about us and to devote our lives to self-promotion, it is altogether right and good to make it all about God and for God to be engaged in divine self-promotion.

A. One day a little boy was overheard talking to himself as he strutted on to the baseball diamond wearing his baseball cap and toting a ball and bat, “I’m the greatest hitter in the world,” he announced. 1. Then, he tossed the ball into the air, swung at it, and missed. 2. “Strike One!” he ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 115:1-3, John 12:27-28, John 17:4-5, Leviticus 10:3, Exodus 14:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Are You Living For Christ Or For Self

Contributed by Raymond Williams on Feb 19, 2021

Those things which I believe in, things that take precedence over all matters has become for the most part a point of ridicule by those who seem to control what we need to know.

The majority of the sermons of Rev. Raymond Williams comes from the sermon notes he preached from and are not always fluid. Living for Christ or Living for Self Interest If anyone wants to do God’s will, he will know about my teaching, whether it is from God or whether I speak from my own ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, John 7:15-17, Matthew 16:24, 1 John 1:5-7

Denomination: Nazarene

Self Service Or In His Service

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 21, 2021

Jesus did not tell us to do anything that He did not do Himself when He told us to love one another in His service. Jesus led His disciples by example.

SELF SERVICE OR IN HIS SERVICE Text: John 13: 1-17 John 13:1-17  Now before the festival of the Passover, Jesus knew that his hour had come to depart from this world and go to the Father. Having loved his own who were in the world, he loved them to the end.  (2)  The devil had ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: United Methodist

The Night Of Self-Imposed Misery

Contributed by John Dobbs on Oct 4, 2023

One of the first stories we learn as children is the story of Jonah and the Big Fish. But the story about Jonah that we remember is seldom the whole story.

JONAH’S NIGHT OF SELF-IMPOSED MISERY But the Lord said, “You have been concerned about this plant, though you did not tend it or make it grow. It sprang up overnight and died overnight. And should I not have concern for the great city of Nineveh, in which there are more than a hundred and twenty ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:10-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be Wise About Self-Control Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 13, 2024

Proverbs has a lot to say about self-control as it relates to a number of things. But one of the most important areas we need to learn to exercise control is in the area of anger. Anger will destroy us without proper self-control.

A. I was recently reminded about an old story about Billy Martin and Mickey Mantle that I think is a good launching point for today’s sermon. 1. The story goes like this: One day Mickey Mantle took his friend and teammate, Billy Martin, with him to hunt on another friend’s ranch. 2. When they ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:28, Ephesians 4:26-27, Proverbs 29:22, Proverbs 14:17, Proverbs 14:29, Proverbs 19:19, Proverbs 30:33, Proverbs 12:18, Proverbs 29:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ruth – A Portrait Of Nothingness Of Self

Contributed by Samuel M on Jul 10, 2023

When we read the words and actions of Ruth in the book of Ruth, we are reminded of a person who has nothingness of self. There is no self in all her words or deeds. Ruth did not view Naomi as in-laws but rather as her own parents.

When we read the words and actions of Ruth in the book of Ruth, we are reminded of a person who has nothingness of self. There is no self in all her words or deeds. Ruth did not view Naomi as in-laws but rather as her own parents. Ruth consistently showed Naomi respect and obedience. First ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:14

M16: Deny Self Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 17, 2024

Jesus explains more fully about submitting to Him and we are challenged to “deny [ourselves] and take up [our] cross and follow [Him].” This is not easy, but does speak to our soul and the judgment to come.

M16: DENY SELF MATTHEW 16:24-28 #m16sermons INTRODUCTION For the past few weeks, we have been digging into Matthew 16: In 16:1-4, we saw that the proof of Who Jesus is comes by His death, burial, and resurrection. In 16:5-12, Jesus taught us to check our heart to make sure we don’t have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-28

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Strength To Stand-6 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 21, 2017

6 of 11. Paul closes his direction to the Ephesian church by encouraging them to find their strength in the Lord. But where or how can God's people find the strength to stand victorious? God’s people acquire strength to stand victorious thru a distinct...

STRENGTH To STAND-VI—Ephesians 6:10-20 Attention: NO OPENER Need: Courage—to stand firm for & in Christ—against the lost world’s direction. Confidence—knowing that we cannot compromise with the opponent. Perseverance—knowing that the Lord’s armor holds & protects thru every ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Let's Compare Our Righteousness

Contributed by Bo Dunford on Dec 19, 2002

Is our righteousness any better than the Pharisees?

MATT.5:17-22 “LET’S COMPARE OUR RIGHTEOUSNESS” A) These words were spoken by the Savior, and they are strong, searching words of Jesus! * The word except is used only five times by our Savior in this sense and means: unless, if not! * Matt.18:3 “Except ye be converted, and become as little ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

A Balanced View Of Sin And Righteousness Series

Contributed by Dennis Clark on Nov 7, 2004

#1 in a 12 sermon series

JAMES 1:12-18 A Balanced view North College Ave Baptist Church Snyder, TX July 11, 2004 I. Patient endurance is our evidence of true love for God. A. God’s promise is the root. B. Endurance is the fruit. C. The crown of life is the reward. II. James addresses those who are in danger of giving ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Jesse's Branch Brings Righteousness

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Dec 9, 2003

ADVENT 2(A) - Jesse’s Branch brings righteousness from very humble beginnings with very miraculous results.

JESSE’S BRANCH BRINGS RIGHTEOUSNESS Isaiah 11:1-10 - December 7, 2003 ISAIAH 11:1-10 111 A shoot will come up from the stump of Jesse; from his roots a Branch will bear fruit. 2The Spirit of the LORD will rest on him-- the Spirit of wisdom and of understanding, the Spirit of ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Man's Anger - God's Righteousness

Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 24, 2007

Moses was so mad he lost his leadership. Anger is a dangerous emotion that needs God’s guidance.

What makes you really mad? What do you do when you get upset and angry? Moses learned a hard lesson about anger in Numbers 20. Anger can make it easier to do wrong. Did you see our bulletin this week? Did you read the verse in Words to live by? James 1:19-20 Open you Bible to that passage and ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 20:2-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Meaning Of Righteousness Part 3 Series

Contributed by Ken Mowery on Jul 6, 2007

Jesus teaches about the real meaning of righteousness in the light of sexual purity.

What Is The Meaning Of Righteousness? Jesus’ teaching makes it clear that sin, just like righteousness, if first of all an internal thing. God’s evaluation of us takes place in the heart. God judges the source and origin of sin. Proverbs 23:7 For as he thinks within himself, so is he In Matthew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Meaning Of Righteousness Part 1 Series

Contributed by Ken Mowery on Jul 6, 2007

Jesus’ teaching on the Law of God served to make clear the true meaning of righteousness.

The Meaning Of Righteousness Part 1 Jesus And The Law Matthew 5:3-12 Jesus talked about the character of believers Matthew 5:13-16 Jesus taught about the function of believers as salt and light in the world. Matthew5:17-20 Jesus gives the foundation for the inner character qualities and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

Meaning Of Righteousness Part 4 Series

Contributed by Ken Mowery on Jul 6, 2007

Jesus teaches true righteousness as it relates to adultery and divorce.

Last Sunday, Jesus taught the real meaning of righteousness in the area of marital fidelity and sexual purity. Exodus 20:4;17 “You shall not commit adultery. 17“You shall not covet your neighbor’s house; you shall not covet your neighbor’s wife or his male servant or his female servant or his ox ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:31-32

Denomination: Baptist