Sermons on Self Worship:

Enough With The Selfies

Contributed by Denn Guptill on May 22, 2016

In a society that seems to be obsessed with self love the concept of crucifying self seems a little odd. This message looks at what it means to crucify our sinful nature.

Enough with the selfies. And you thought that selfies were harmless. When selfies first came out I thought taking pictures of yourself with a cell phone was a passing fad. But no, it seems that they are here to stay. All kinds of people are taking pictures of themselves, from the famous to the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Deception Of Narcissism Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 4, 2025

Narcissism is a self-centered personality style characterized by an inflated sense ofu self-importance, a deep need for excessive attention and admiration, and a lack of empathy for others.

Narcissism is a pervasive and destructive phenomenon that affects individuals, relationships, and communities. At its core, narcissism is characterized by a grandiose sense of self-importance, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others. The Bible provides valuable insights into the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15, Proverbs 16:18

God Says: You Are Priceless

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Feb 7, 2019

This is a sermon sharing the Good News that God says that we are priceless. It is a sermon dedicating to helping people realize their worth so that they can be uplifted and in response uplift others.

Scripture: Luke 6:17-26; Genesis 39:1-23; (Call to worship - Psalm 8) Theme: Recognizing Your Worth Title: God Says: You Are Priceless! INTRO: Grace and peace to everyone in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. I want to talk to you this morning about recognizing your true ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 39:1-23, Luke 6:17-26

Denomination: Nazarene

The Joy Of A Soul Winner

Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Oct 29, 2015

A soul winner will bring joy to the Saviour, to Self, to the Sinner and to the Saints.

The Joy of a Soul Winner Study Text: Luke 10: 17 - 20 Introduction: - The most valuable possessions in the world are souls. Jesus said, "For what is a man profited, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? Or what shall a man give in exchange for his soul?" (Matt. 16:26) - Once we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:17-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Making God In Our Image

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 21, 2010

2nd Commandment. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Making God in our image Reading: Exodus chapter 20 verses 4-6. ILL: • A husband came down to breakfast and was delighted to hear his wife say; • "Darling you are a model husband'. • Now he was so flattered by the remark; • That latter on that day he decided to look up ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:4-6

Denomination: Brethren

Pure Praise Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Sep 13, 2021

David gives us the who, what, where, and when of praise in Psalm 150.

Summer in the Psalms Psalm 150: Pure Praise Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 9-12-2021 Manna Media - Psalm 150 Earworm Have you ever got a song stuck in your head? There’s a name for that - it’s an “earworm.” You hear it for the first time and you immediately love it. ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Right Attitude Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Sep 16, 2007

In a closing litany of exhortations the apostle leads his readers to consider essential Christian attitudes of: 1) submission, 2) humility, 3) trust, 4) self-control, 5) vigilance, 6) fortitude, 7) hope, 8) worship, 9) faithfulness, & 10)Love

Ralph Waldo Emerson said: ‘A man is what he thinks about all day long.’ How could he possibly be anything else?” Why? An old maxim states: “Thoughts produce acts, acts produce habits, and habits produce character.” The Roman philosopher Marcus Aurelius said, “Our life is what our thoughts make ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-14

Denomination: Other

I Don’t Have A Posh Praise; Just A Savage One!

Contributed by Sean Dees on Feb 7, 2020

Life isn't pretty and neither should your praise!

Hab 3:17 Although the fig tree shall not blossom, neither [shall] fruit [be] in the vines; the labour of the olive shall fail, and the fields shall yield no meat; the flock shall be cut off from the fold, and [there shall be] no herd in the stalls: (18) Yet I will rejoice in the LORD, I will joy in ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 3:17-19

The Sixth Commandment Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 10, 2025

Murder cuts off worship.

SIXTH COMMANDMENT “You must not murder” (Ex. 20:13, LB). You knew it has been said, you must not murderer. If you commit murder, you are subject to judgment. But I say to you, if you are even angry with someone, you are subject to punishment” (Matthew 5:21-22). A. WHY DID GOD CREATE US? I ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:13, Matthew 5:21-22

Denomination: Baptist

"Salvation Has Come!"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 27, 2008

God will reveal God’s self to YOU! Just wait.

Luke 2:22-40 “Salvation Has Come!” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor, Grace United Methodist Church, Soddy Daisy, TN www.graceumcsd.org I have a hard time waiting, how about you? The Rock Band Queen had a song in which Freddie Mercury belted out: “I Want It All and I Want It Now!” A good friend of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: United Methodist

Commended For Their Faith

Contributed by Michael Stark on Apr 2, 2016

A study of the ultimate reward for serving Christ the Master, suggesting the impact on our present service.

“What more shall I say? For time would fail me to tell of Gideon, Barak, Samson, Jephthah, of David and Samuel and the prophets—who through faith conquered kingdoms, enforced justice, obtained promises, stopped the mouths of lions, quenched the power of fire, escaped the edge of the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:32-40

Denomination: Baptist

I Know History; I Do Not Know Myself Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 4, 2002

It is one thing to know history and theology; it is another entirely to understand our own hearts. Job’s pilgrimage into self-understanding led to self-hatred, but in Christ that can be redeemed.

I’ll ask you to repeat with me this wonderful, ringing affirmation from the New Testament: But I am not ashamed, for I know the one in whom I have put my trust, and I am sure that he is able to guard until that day what I have entrusted to him. I know. I know the one in whom I have put my trust. ...read more

Scripture: Job 9:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Thy Will Be Done Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jul 10, 2005

Do you live a God centered, or self centered life?

I’ve heard lots of graduation speeches in my time. Some have been good. Most, I’m afraid, were a bit boring. I remember one, however, was disturbing. The speaker was the valedictorian. He stood up to the podium and he thanked his father. Which sounded good -- at first. “My father taught me ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Throne Of Heaven (Parts 1-3) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Feb 9, 2022

What are the images John sees when he arrives in Heaven?

Dr. Bradford Reaves Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD, USA www.mycrossway.org View this and other messages at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/channels/8118 2 Corinthians 12:2-4 “I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven—whether in the body or ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 4:1-11, Revelation 11:19, Psalm 103:19, Isaiah 66:1, Ezekiel 1:1, Psalm 11:4, Exodus 24:16, Hebrews 1:3, Deuteronomy 4:24, Exodus 13:21, Revelation 21:11, Daniel 7:9, Revelation 3:5, Revelation 3:18, 1 Corinthians 9:25, 2 Timothy 2:12, Isaiah 11:2, Zechariah 4:2, Matthew 3:11, Ezekiel 1:4-28, Psalm 80:1, Psalm 99:1, 1 Kings 6:23, Revelation 15:7, 1 Timothy 1:17, Psalm 97:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Brethren

One Act, Two Attitudes! Genesis 4 Series

Contributed by Shine Thomas on May 31, 2015

Worship God accepts.

Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured Introduction: It was the days after the fall. Sin had entered God’s perfect ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-26

Denomination: Assembly Of God