Sermons on selfcontrol: showing 766-780 of 8,192

Bad Debt, Bad Stress Series

Contributed by Lynn Malone on Apr 2, 2018

Don't let debt be the source of stress in your life or family.

I. Introduction --Are you drowning in debt? Can suck the life out of you. Steal joy and rob peace. Here’s an interesting statistic: Total consumer debt in the US stands at $12.84 trillion. The average American household carries a total debt of $137,063. The US is quickly becoming a debtor ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

Fruit Happens

Contributed by Roshelle Brenneise on Aug 15, 2021

There are 4 Intertwined Phases in a Fruitful Life

April 16, 2016 It’s springtime now and the trees are starting to flower. John and I have several different fruiting trees in our backyard – 2 orange, 1 lemon, 1 plum, 1 prune and 1 dead cherry tree (we know its dead because there are no leaves and no fruit). I know I have a lemon tree because ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-5, Galatians 5:22-25, Matthew 7:16

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

Sermon On Courage

Contributed by William Meakin on Oct 10, 2021

Courage is defined as the ability to control your fear in a dangerous or difficult situation.

Maya Angelou, an American poet, memoirist and civil rights activist once remarked: “Courage is the most important of all the virtues, because without courage you can't practice any other virtue consistently. You can practice any virtue erratically, but nothing consistently without courage.” 2 ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 31:6, 2 Timothy 1:7, John 16:33

Sermon On Stoicism Versus Christianity

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 9, 2022

Stoicism is defined as the endurance of pain or hardship without the display of feeling and without complaint.

Marcus Aurelius Antoninus, a former Roman emperor and a Stoic philosopher once remarked: “If you are distressed by anything external, the pain is not due to the thing itself, but to your estimate of it; and this you have the power to revoke at any moment.” Romans 8:1-5 confirms: “There is therefore ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:9, Hebrews 13:8, Ephesians 1:3, Galatians 5:22-23

Sermon On Virtue

Contributed by William Meakin on Feb 2, 2023

Virtue is defined as a behavior that depicts high moral standards. It promotes integrity, solidity and significantly features kindness and understanding toward others.

Matshona Dhliwayo, a Zimbabwean-born and Canadian-based philosopher, entrepreneur and author once remarked: “When truth looks in the mirror, virtue looks out. When courage looks in the mirror, faith looks out. When charity looks in the mirror, love looks out. When contentment looks in the mirror, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:11-20, Galatians 5:22, Philippians 4:8, Proverbs 16:9

Embracing Truth For Spiritual Growth 1 Timothy 4:6-7 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 24, 2024

1 Timothy 4:6-7 inspires a deeper commitment to truth and godliness in our lives, leading to spiritual growth and a stronger witness for Christ.

Embracing Truth for Spiritual Growth 1 Timothy 4:6-7 Introduction: Today, we explore the profound impact of truth on our spiritual journey, drawing insights from Paul's letter to Timothy. In 1 Timothy 4:6-7, Paul encourages Timothy to embrace truth and reject falsehoods, guiding us towards ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-7, Titus 2:1, John 8:31-32, Hebrews 5:12-14, 2 Timothy 2:23, Colossians 2:8, Hebrews 12:11, 2 Peter 1:5-7  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Brought To Life; Brought Together

Contributed by David Taylor on Sep 3, 2024

Paul challenges us to no longer live as unbelievers but as believers, striving to walk in a life holiness, a life of obedience to Christ.

We are back in our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. As a recap, chapters one through three describe what God has done for us in Christ while chapters four through six call us to live out what God has done for us, which we are calling Walking Worthy. The first half of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Brought To Life; Brought Together

Contributed by David Taylor on Nov 19, 2024

Those who have been freed from a life of futility must flee from that life of futility.

Brought to Life; Brought Together Walking Worthy: Fleeing Futility Ephesians 4:17-21 April 19, 2020 David Taylor We are back in our series in Ephesians, Brought to Life; Brought Together. As a recap, chapters one through three describe what God has done for us in Christ while chapters four ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Reach Out Your Hand Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

This sermon introduction discusses the story of the Good Samaritan, emphasizing the unexpected compassion of the Samaritan and encouraging the congregation to use their God-given tools to bring reconciliation to a divided world.

Good morning church, so glad that you came to worship with us today. Last week we kicked off our series called Bridge Builders and discussed having the right blueprints that make all the difference in the process of forgiveness. As we continue through our Bridge Builders series today we’re going to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Topics: Compassion, Breaking Barriers, Unexpected Heroes

Sermon Series: Bridge Builders

Our Security In Prayer Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Oct 1, 2001

How prayer helps us with two enemies that threaten our security.

We as Americans have a new enemy to fear. I’m talking of course about Osama bin Ladin, the prime suspect in the September 11 terrorist attacks. The son of a Saudi billionaire, bin Ladin has been on the FBI’s most wanted list since 1999. Bin Ladin has been targeting his terrorist actions against our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Redemption Series

Contributed by George Barton on May 9, 2006

Explains to a non-Christian and to a Christian what redemption means.

REDEMPTION PSALM 107 1. Praise (1-1) the Lord, for He is good; for His mercy (goodness, lovingkindness) (2-1) is eternal (everlasting). 2. Let those redeemed (special) by the Lord say so, those whom He has redeemed (special) from the hand of the oppressor; 3. And gathered (special) them from the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 107:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

What Is God's Will For My Life? Part 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jul 25, 2002

Many have asked the question, “What is God’s will for my life?” and when God has answered they have chosen to ignore it, denied it’s God or even been to afraid to do it. But our relationship with God is the determining factor of whether we do God’s will o

What is God’s Will for My Life? - Part 1 Thesis: Many have asked the question, “What is God’s will for my life?” and when God has answered they have chosen to ignore it, denied it’s God or even been to afraid to do it. But our relationship with God is the determining factor of whether we do God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

You Want Justice – It’s Gonna Cost You Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 10, 2017

A study of the book of Acts 24: 1 – 27

Acts 24: 1 – 27 You want justice – It’s gonna cost you 24 Now after five days Ananias the high priest came down with the elders and a certain orator named Tertullus. These gave evidence to the governor against Paul. 2 And when he was called upon, Tertullus began his accusation, saying: “Seeing ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Choose Godly Leaders Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 6, 2016

One of the most important thing for a growing church is their need for godly leadership.

Last Sunday, we began this new series of messages called Grow, Church, Grow! We’re spending the next several weeks studying Paul’s letter of instruction for his young protégé named Titus – the person for whom the writing is named. Titus is ministering on an island ...read more

Scripture: Titus 1:5-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Set The Example Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 6, 2016

Lessons are caught more than they are taught.

Good morning! Take your Bibles and turn to Titus 2:1-3. If you’re here with us for the first time or back with us after missing a Sunday or two, we’re in a series of messages called Grow, Church, Grow! We’re looking at Paul’s letter to Titus that addresses issues in a ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ