Sermons on Selfcenteredness:

Serving Jesus

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 4, 2019

What good thing ought the church to be known for, but sometimes neglects? Let’s learn something that is a high priority for God, in Luke 12:32-48.

What good thing ought the church to be known for, but sometimes neglects? Let’s learn something that is a high priority for God, in Luke 12:32-48. Part 1 Luke 12:32 “So don’t be afraid, little flock. For it gives your Father great happiness to give you the Kingdom. Jesus said to his disciples, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-48

Denomination: Baptist

Welcome To The Family Sermon I: The Family Of God Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Sep 13, 2020

In times of divisiveness, mature Christians resist efforts to distract them from their unique relationship to God through Christ by focusing their minds on spiritual things and by devoting themselves to doing good not harm.

WELCOME TO THE FAMILY - THE FAMILY OF GOD! “Welcome Home” are the two words that greet many folks who, in the wake of circumstances that necessitate a change in living arrangements, drive up to senior adult facilities like The Palms in search ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:2-11

Evil On All Sides Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 10, 2021

Evil is like a series of bombs scattered around our lives. If we are to diffuse them, it helps to understand them.

Evil On All Sides! (Proverbs 29:5-7) 1. Do you ever feel like you are surrounded by idiots? One web site collected stories… I was signing the receipt for my credit card purchase when the clerk noticed that I had never signed my name on the back of the credit card. She informed me ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:5-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How God Defines Greatness (1 Samuel 18:5-16)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Aug 27, 2024

The world defines greatness in terms of achievements and deeds, celebrated today and forgotten tomorrow. God defines greatness as how one lives his life. We see this in David as he continued to follow the will of the LORD.

Greatness, according to the world's standards, is measured by things such as achievements, status, education, wealth, and individual or corporate contributions to society. While these traits are admirable, they can also be a source of pride, selfishness, self-centeredness, and arrogance. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 18:5-16, Ephesians 5:5, 1 Corinthians 10:12, Proverbs 27:2, Proverbs 26:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

How To Eat Fried Worms PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 2, 2023

Explore the themes of self-pity, God's unconditional love, and the power of repentance.

Good morning, family. I’d like to take a moment to share with you a quote from Philip Yancey. He writes, "Grace, like water, flows to the lowest part." Now, what does that mean for us? Simply put, no matter how low we think we've sunk, God's grace is still available and abundant. Today, as we dive ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:25-32

Topics: Self Pity

Tithing PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 27, 2023

Tithing is not just about giving money to the church, but it's about trust, obedience, and joy, and God promises to bless us abundantly when we trust Him with our finances.

Good morning, family. Today, we're going to dive into a topic that hits close to home for most of us: tithing. Now, I know what you're thinking—tithing, really? Isn't that just about giving money to the church? Well, yes and no. It's about so much more than just handing over a portion of your ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:10

Topics: Tithes

Walking By Faith PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Explore the concept of faith as a powerful force that defines our relationship with God, influences our lives, and provides us with hope and assurance in what we cannot see.

Good morning, brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, we gather to explore the profound theme of faith - its definition, its power and its hope. As we delve into these depths, let's remember the words of A.W. Tozer, who once said, "Faith is seeing the invisible, but not the non-existent." Let's open ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-3

Topics: Hope

What Are The Seven Things The Lord Finds Detestable?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on Jan 20, 2025

What are the things that the Lord finds repulsive and why does God feel that way towards them?

The question asks what seven things does the Lord find detestable? In the King James Version of the Bible, it says “are an abomination unto him.” An abomination is something that causes disgust or hatred, and detestable is something that is deserving of intense dislike. It might be hard for people ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:16-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Purpose In The Heart Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2023

This sermon encourages us to live lives that reflect God's glory, prioritizing the good of others over our own, as active participants in God's grand narrative. Key

Welcome, beloved family in Christ. As we gather here today in the warm embrace of our shared faith, we are reminded of the profound connection we have, not just with one another, but with our Creator. We stand here, not by accident or coincidence, but by the divine design of a God who loves us ...read more

Topics: Purpose, Man

Principles To Guide Our Prayer Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Jan 29, 2007

There are three principles to guide our prayer that I want to show from Romans 1:9-12.

Scripture Today is the first Sunday of our Annual Week of Prayer. And so it seems appropriate to skip a few verses ahead to Romans 1:9-12 to learn about some of the Apostle Paul’s principles as they relate to prayer. Let’s read Romans 1:9-12: "9 God, whom I serve with my whole heart in preaching ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:9-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Be Like God Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on May 7, 2007

A person takes on the characteristics of the family to which he or she belongs. In this text Paul, shares at least three ways that we are to imitate God.

How To Be Like God Ephesians 5:1-14 It is for me the most memorable scene of the movie. Pongo is watching out the window as a stream of people pass by heading toward the park. Each passing pet look like their owners. When a couple have been together for a long time. They begin to look like one ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Planned For God's Pleasure Series

Contributed by Richard Pfeil on Apr 18, 2005

Deals with our need for Worship

“PLANNED FOR GOD’S PLEASURE” Sunday, May 2, 2004 We are unpacking God’s purposes for our lives. In order to get the most you can out of this series, I encourage you to read only one chapter a day. I know life is busy; I missed two times this week myself and I had to get caught up, but it is ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Calling Series

Contributed by Josh Foster on Feb 18, 2014

1) 'calling' is an invitation to follow; 2) calling is the adventure as following unfolds; 3) to respond to the calling in faith will involve some “leaving”; and 4) calling always originates with and centers upon Jesus.

Just Words: Calling Scripture Text: John 1.43-50 INTRODUCTION Mindin’ his own business! He was minding his own business, …sitting under the shade tree, …doin’ his devotions. That’s-what Nathanael was doing just-before his friend, Philip, came and turned-his-world ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-50

Denomination: Nazarene

How Should We Respond? Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jan 27, 2020

Paul begins chapter 12 by answering the question: “How should we respond to the mercies of God?”

A. One Sunday after worship services, as the worshipers filed out of the sanctuary they greeted the preacher who stood by the door. 1. As one member shook the minister’s hand, he thanked him for the sermon and said, “Preacher, I would have to say that you are smarter than Einstein.” 2. Beaming ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Reacting To The Problem Series

Contributed by Jay Patton on Jul 8, 2002

A look at the Prayer life of Nehemiah using the ACTS Acrostic to prayer.

Introduction: Covey rocks in the jar illustration Read Scripture/Pray Background: devastating breakdown of God’s dwelling place. (1) Recognize Purpose Statement: Once we recognize a problem, then we must react to the problem Review the context of the prayer I. Before you pray, pray (v. 4) {Should ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:4-11

Denomination: Baptist