Sermons on Self Serving:

The Danger Of Those Glory "Daze” Of Yesteryear - A 9/11 Sermon Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 7, 2011

So often we get caught up in our accomplishments and the accolades from others that we can lose sight of WHO we serve and our mission and service to Him! We must remain focused on WHOM we serve and our calling to abandon all to serve Him!

Sermon Brief Date Written: September 7, 2011 Date Preached: September 11, 2011 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series from Philippians Sermon Title: Glory “Daze” of Yesteryear Sermon Text: Philippians 3:4-11 [ESV] Introduction: Today is the anniversary of one ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-11

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Commitment?

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Sep 27, 2005

There are many types of Commitment. Commitment to, family, spouse, children, job, country, self, ideology and God.

What is Commitment? There are many types of Commitment. Commitment to, family, spouse, children, job, country, self, ideology and God. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:26-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Stepping Up To The Plate

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jun 27, 2003

The church must be self-perpetuating, so it is important for young people to know what is expected of them in the church.

June 29, 2003 Morning Service Text: 1 Timothy 3:8-13 Subject: Christian Leadership Title: Stepping Up to the Plate I have been a Cardinal baseball fan all my life. I like other sports as well but there is something about Cardinal baseball that makes all the others pale in comparison. When I look ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:8-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living A Life That Glorifies God Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 23, 2025

To glorify God means to honour Him in all that we do, say, and think. It is the ultimate purpose of our lives as believers.

LIVING A LIFE THAT GLORIFIES GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Corinthians 10:31 Supporting Texts: Matthew 5:16, Romans 12:1-2, Colossians 3:17, Philippians 1:20, John 15:8 INTRODUCTION: To glorify God means to honour Him in all that we do, say, and think. It is the ultimate purpose of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31, Matthew 5:16, Romans 12:1-2, Colossians 3:17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Church Priorities: Elders

Contributed by Steve Hereford on Jan 25, 2002

This message addresses the qualifications of those who serve as elders in the church.

For the last couple of months we have been talking about Who You Are in the body of Christ. We said that We are the church of Jesus Christ. And because we are the church of Jesus Christ, we are a family. As with all families there comes responsibilities. We have looked at our responsibilities to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Remember The Word Of The Apostles: Beware PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 21, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of discernment, biblical understanding, and submission to God's will in the face of false teachings and self-direction.

Good morning, my dear brothers and sisters. It is always a joy to gather together in the Lord's house, to lift our voices in praise, to bow our heads in prayer, and to open our hearts and minds to the wisdom of His Word. Today, we stand on the precipice of a powerful message, a message that will ...read more

Topics: False Prophets

10 Commandments: #7 Affair-Proofing Your Marriage Series

Contributed by Florita King on Jun 6, 2019

If someone is able to respect the limit of hearing no for sex, then that is a character sign of someone who can say no to their own desires and hungers in order to serve a higher purpose, or to love another person.

AFFAIR-PROOFING YOUR MARRIAGE Ten Commandments That Build Strong Families - Part 7 Exodus 20:14 God has given us Ten Commandments for our benefit. These 10 Values are meant to protect you and protect your family from living in pain. Exodus 20:14 -- our seventh commandment -- "You shall not ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:14

Are You Backsliding?

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Jan 6, 2012

A sermon that causes self-examination by asking "are you backsliding?" The sermon focuses on Absalom and Ahithophel.

2 Samuel 18:18 KJV Now Absalom in his lifetime had taken and reared up for himself a pillar, which is in the king's dale: for he said, I have no son to keep my name in remembrance: and he called the pillar after his own name: and it is called unto this day, Absalom's place. I. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 18:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Humble Status

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Aug 28, 2010

True humility is a Christ-centered, realistic assessment and commitment to serve everyone.

WHEN IT COMES TO HUMILITY, I BELIEVE J. OSWALD SANDERS, HAD A UNIQUE PERSPECTIVE IN HIS BOOK “SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP” WHERE HE WROTE, “THE GREAT FAULT…IS THAT NO ONE LIKES TO BE SECOND. THE WORLD HAS YET TO SEE WHAT COULD HAPPEN IF EVERYONE LOST THE DESIRE TO GET THE GLORY. WOULDN’T IT BE A MARVELOUS ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Free Methodist

Why Sit We Here Until We Die?

Contributed by Robert Kerr on Jul 22, 2001

About making right choices

WHY SIT WE HERE UNTIL WE DIE? (II KINGS 7:3-9) INTRO: THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST PROFOUND QUESTIONS ASKED BY MAN IN THE BIBLE. THIS IS SO, BECAUSE PROCRASTINATION IS THE THIEF OF TIME. MANS GREATEST NEED IS TO RECOGNIZE HIS POSITION (PHYSICALLY THAT HE IS DYING - SPIRITUALLY THAT HE IS SEPARATED ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 7:3-9

Denomination: Baptist

"All Hands On Deck!"

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Jun 29, 2016

God by His grace through the Holy Spirit gives a spiritual gift to every believer. Every gift is important. Even the quiet unseen gifts! Every church body needs "All Hands on Deck!"

Cornerstone Church June 26, 2016 “ALL HANDS ON DECK” 1 Corinthians 12:4-7; 14-26 “All hands on deck” – ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Developing The Heart Of A Servant Part 3 Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015

I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing this series on Acts. It has been a blessing as well as a great help. I have used these for our church, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

Inside the Heart of the Apostle Paul part 3 Acts 20:18-38 Most of us wear more than 1 hat, whether we get paid for it or not. You may have a career, but have a heart for other things. The Apostle Paul was much more than a tentmaker. He had other interests and those other interests helped mold him ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:18-38

Denomination: Baptist

Be A Miracle For The Hurting--Hands Full On Purpose

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 15, 2015

Naomi and her family left home because of a drought. They were hurting. In Moab things got worse. Her support structure was gone. She came to Moab, beautiful, lovely and blessed. She left bitter and heart broken. One person stood in thE GAP.

BE A MIRACLE FOR HURTING PERSON ... HANDS FULL ON PURPOSE TURNS INTO A MIRACLE --- By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com There was a circle of young boys gathered around a cute little puppy dog. One by one they were talking. The deal was whoever could tell the biggest lie won the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:1-16

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Appreciation: For Jesus And Others Who Honor God!

Contributed by Kelly Durant on Dec 31, 2015

Do you want to know about the character of a person? Ask yourself, who do they love and appreciate? Who do they talk about and spend money or time on? Jesus gave us eternal life, appreciation goes to Him first!

Appreciation: For Jesus and Others Who Honor God! 1-3-16 Kelly Durant John 10:28 And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand. Proverbs 21:21 He that followeth after righteousness and mercy findeth life, righteousness, and ...read more

Scripture: John 10:28

Denomination: Salvation Army

No Double Standards

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 31, 2016

To show that GOD does not want us carrying in ourselves two standards, that we are half-hearted, but dedicate and commit our whole heart, body and soul in serving one GOD.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you following double standards? No. Only 1, standards of truth. John 8:32 John 8:32 (Amplified Bible) And you will know the Truth, and the Truth will set you free. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD does not want us carrying in ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 25:13

Denomination: Pentecostal