Sermons on Self:

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 Unknown Self

Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Oct 31, 2012

The outline for this sermon comes from GE MacCartney in "The Protestant Pulpit." Based on a great Old Testament story that most people don't know.

The Unknown Self (or "Who'd have thunk it'?") "t 2 Kings 8:7—15 “Who’d ‘of thunk it?” or for the English majors. - "Who would have guessed it?" That is what you hear over and over, every night as you watch the news... who would believe such a thing? who would ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 8:7-15

Denomination: Baptist

Self Help Series

Contributed by Tim Smith on Jun 16, 2013

The journey of faith is a call to change your habits to those of God.The reality is that people need help in living a healthy and Godly manner. One answer has been the self help books which can be found in their own section at any bookstor

Self Help Ephesians 4:22-24 Have you ever had difficulty trying to change a habit? Human beings are creatures of habit. The 19th century psychologist William James observed, "All our life ... is but a mass of habits." We develop habits and tend to continue acting as we have acted in the past. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:22-24

Denomination: Methodist

Self Control

Contributed by Clarence Clough on Aug 24, 2013

The secret of self control is Christ control.

Self Control Text: Prov. 25:28 Intro: It is evident that many personal and societal problems stem from lack of self control. Look at the evidence-lack of control in: addictions anger divorce drug abuse greed illicit sex materialism murder rudeness spending etc, ad nauseum Theme: We want ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:28

Denomination: Church Of God

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 Promotion

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Aug 8, 2018

A study in the book of 1 Samuel 13: 1 – 23

1 Samuel 13: 1 – 23 Self Promotion 13 Saul reigned one year; and when he had reigned two years over Israel, 2 Saul chose for himself three thousand men of Israel. Two thousand were with Saul in Michmash and in the mountains of Bethel, and a thousand were with Jonathan in Gibeah of Benjamin. The ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Based On Self. Series

Contributed by Adam Weber on Aug 16, 2017

Paul tells us in Romans that a life based on oneself focuses on oneself. Where does it lead to?

**Well… I just wanna welcome everyone here to Embrace… At all of our campuses… and wherever you’re joining us from. My name is Adam… I’m one of the pastors here… and as always… we are so excited… ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:5, Romans 8:6, Galatians 5:19-20

Self Discipline Series

Contributed by Ricky Sinclair on Feb 20, 2013

Discipline does not automatically make someone a leader, but no one can lead for long without it.

Discipline does not automatically make someone a leader, but no one can lead for long without it. I. Discipline a. More government leaders have failed from poor discipline than poor policies. b. More pastors have failed due to bad discipline than bad ...read more

Denomination: *other

Self Lies Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jul 18, 2011

Sermon #1 of a 4 part series on truth and lies. Based on material from a book called "The Lies We Believe, by Dr. Chris Thurman. Self lies come from erroneous thoughts floating around in our own minds.

Truth Series Sermon #1 SELF LIES CHCC – June 26, 2011 II Corinthians 10:4-5 INTRODUCTION: In this series of sermons I plan to focus on the kinds of lies people tend to allow to float around in their heads. We will deal with Self Lies, Worldly Lies, Marriage Lies, and Religious Lies. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

Obsessed With Self Series

Contributed by Marilyn Dela Cruz on Jul 27, 2019

One day all those who have rejected God will lament for their only one soul, but the repentant heart, who looked to Christ, shall reap in joy.

CHURCH NAME: Worship God Forever JOB POSITION: Bible Teacher/ Writer LOCATION: Baliuag Bulacan Name: Marilyn Dela Cruz TOPIC: THE LOST S.O.U.L. sermon series, "O.BSESSED WITH SELF" DENOMINATION: Independent 📌 INTRO Insert HUMOR ILLUSTRATION. To wARM the hearts and enliven the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:10

Self Control Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 3, 2024

This sermon on Self-Control explores the transformative journey of aligning our responses with God's truth, emphasizing the power of assertiveness over passivity or aggression, fostering respectful communication, and recognizing that true self-control comes from Christ.

Self Control Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/sermons When faced with difficult or unpleasant situations, what kind of self-talk goes through your mind? Are you the type of person who tends to be passive, avoiding confrontation to the point of internalizing your frustration, replaying ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:23-24, 1 John 1:9, Philippians 4:13, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, 2 Timothy 1:7, James 5:14-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Self-Control Series

Contributed by Timothy Ogada on Sep 8, 2024

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.

SELF CONTROL Human beings have become so clever. We, in this age of advanced technology, have learnt to control many things. We control the sun to heat our houses; we control mighty rivers to produce electricity for our cities; we control the space through satellites to transmit communication; we ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Self-Examination

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Apr 4, 2025

When believers examine themselves with humility and openness to the Holy Spirit, they position themselves for growth, restoration, and fruitfulness.

SELF-EXAMINATION By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 2 Corinthians 13:5 Supporting Texts: Lamentations 3:40, Psalm 139:23-24, Galatians 6:4, 1 Corinthians 11:28 INTRODUCTION: Self-examination is a spiritual discipline that is often neglected in the life of many believers. In an age of comparison ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Dying To Self Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 21, 2025

Dying to self is not a suggestion but a spiritual requirement for those who wish to walk in the fullness of Christ.

DYING TO SELF By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 2:20 Supporting Texts: Luke 9:23-24, Romans 6:6-11, Philippians 3:7-10, Colossians 3:3-5, John 12:24-26 INTRODUCTION: One of the most challenging yet crucial aspects of the Christian life is learning to die to self. In a world that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God