Sermons on Selfish Ambition:

Being Worthy Of The Call Of Jesus

Contributed by Jonathan Newlon on May 24, 2020

Paul tells us in Ephesians 4 to live in a manner worthy of the Calling to which we are called. Let's investigate!

Jonathan Newlon Uniontown Church of Christ 23 May, 2020 Being Worthy of the Call of Jesus Introduction When I was a child, I looked to my dad for guidance. I still do. As I grew older, I remember my attitude changing a bit in terms of how I saw going against my father. When I was younger, I wanted ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

One Of My Early Trials Was Dealing With A Girlfriend Who Was Into Witchcraft Series

Contributed by Earl Arnold Jr on Jun 26, 2020

She tricked me when we started dating but I kept going to church and being in the word. I even made sure her daughter went to church so she did not end up like her mom .

All passages are from NIV. Deuteronomy 18:10 Let no one be found among you who sacrifices their son or daughter in the fire, who practices divination or sorcery, interprets omens, engages in witchcraft, Micah 5:12 I will destroy your witchcraft and you will no longer cast spells. Nahum 3:4 all ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 18:10, Micah 5:12, Nahum 3:4, Galatians 5:19-21

Walking In The Peace Of God

Contributed by Terry Denis on Aug 8, 2019

Everyone seeks peace of mind. Who doesn’t want peace? Many try to find peace by traveling to places close to nature, with an ardent hope that the aura of tranquility would usher to them a mood of calmness and peace of mind.

Introduction, Everyone seeks the feeling of peace of mind. Who doesn’t want peace? Many try to find peace by traveling to places close to nature, with an ardent hope that the aura of tranquility would usher to them a mood of calmness and peace of mind. Still, others enroll in courses on ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Serving: Not Served!

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Mar 27, 2017

Jesus shows us how to live our lives, with humility and servanthood.

Serving: Not Served! Philippians 2:3-11 March 26, 2017 I remember going to so many Chicago Cubs games when I was a young kid. At every game I would get a pencil and scorecard for a whopping 25¢. Then I would walk, or sometimes run down to the side of the field and try to get autographs from my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-11

Denomination: Baptist

Dare To Be Humble

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Aug 28, 2016

Jesus uses a couple of etiquette lessons to teach true humility. The point is simple (and repeated throughout scripture): If we lift ourselves up, God will put us down. If we lift others up, God will lift us up.

Luke 14:1, 7-14 Dare to Be Humble The Duke of Wellington once haughtily drew himself up to his full height and thundered to one of his staff officers, “God knows I have many faults, but being wrong is not one of them!” The best of us struggle with pride from time to time. In ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14, Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit Series

Contributed by W. Alderman on Feb 23, 2016

This the first of a series on the Sermon on the Mount

BLESSED ARE THE POOR IN SPIRIT Text: Matthew 5:3 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Be Gentle Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Oct 4, 2012

Gentleness is not a weakness but a strength. It seeks to fulfil the will of God and it shows concern for the needs of others.

Matt 11:28-30 "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." Gentleness is a Fruit of the Spirit. We ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When Christians Disagree Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jan 7, 2012

Unity is crucial to Christian witness. Nothing is more essential and nothing brings God glory like the love and unity of the body of Christ in a fallen world. Yet this struggle is pervasive. How does God want us to deal with it?

Powerpoint available upon request: gwnance@bellsouth.net ask for "Powerpoint for When Christians Disagree." When Christians Disagree Philippians 4:2-3 is an unusual text that we need to slow down and look into. 2 I plead with Euodia and I plead with Syntyche to agree with each other in the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:2-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Frienenemies Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 9, 2013

Betrayal is one of the hardest things we have to deal with, especially if it is a friend or brother or sister. David experienced much betrayal in his life and in these Psalms we learn how to effectively deal with friends who become enemies.

Psalm 53 was probably adapted from Psalm 14 after Israel experienced a tremendous military victory over a godless people. It acknowledges that there are some people who reject God so thoroughly that they live as if they will never have to give an answer for their behavior. In the Scriptures, that ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Numbers Of Hope

Contributed by Andrew Warriner on Apr 9, 2013

There are three numbers that offer more hope, a lasting hope, an eternal hope than any combination of numbers on a lottery ticket, and they will take you further than any number on a passport, driving license or travel pass, they will give more security t

Introduction Whether we like it or not, numbers influence our lives more than anything else in the modern world. When we are born, we are given a national health number, when we go to school; we are given a number that can identify us on the education database, when we leave school, we are given a ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Salvation Army

A Fruit-Full Marriage: Peace-Full Love Series

Contributed by Ken Pell on Jul 3, 2011

The Fruit of the Spirit are most fully realized in relationships and no relationship is more basic than the marriage relationship.

A FRUIT-FULL MARRIAGE: PEACE-FULL LOVE * GALATIANS 5:13-26 Sermon Objective: The Fruit of the Spirit are most fully realized in relationships and no relationship is more basic than the marriage relationship. INTRO: I brought a picture with me this morning from the wall in my office. What I want ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:13-26

Denomination: Nazarene

Wise Above It! Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 12, 2012

Wisdom from God is above the wisdom of the world. Obtain and live by that wisdom.

1. A wise choice: An angel appears at a faculty meeting and tells the dean that in return for his unselfish and exemplary behavior, the Lord will reward him with his choice of infinite wealth, wisdom or beauty. Without hesitating, the dean selects infinite wisdom. "Done!" says the angel, and ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Looking At Lent

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Mar 22, 2019

This morning we begin the lenten season with the hope that we will draw near to Christ and reflect on His journey to the cross.

Looking at Lent Selective verses Prayer- For a mighty move of God in our hearts and a calling to be more like Jesus in our lives. Introduction- This morning we sprang forward one hour so that we can enjoy one more hour of sunlight. Everyone seems to like more sunlight but not everyone likes ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:14-19, John 13:3-9, Philippians 2:1-7

Denomination: Nazarene

Cherishing Human Life Series

Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Jan 23, 2019

Human life and only human life is created in the image of God

This is us: Cherishing Human Life. 1. Human life and only human life is created in the image of God. Genesis 1:26-27 God recognizes the personhood of the preborn. Jeremiah 1:5; Ps. 139 God has a special place in His heart for the immigrant. Exodus 22:21; Leviticus 19:33; Malachi 3:5; ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:26-27, Jeremiah 1:5

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Humility

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 4, 2017

Sermon examines the benefits of humility with practical steps for walking in humiity. Moses in Niumbers 12 is given as an example of this. Jesus' teaching on the subject is also considered.

Read Text (Numbers 12) I call your attention to verse 3 in this chapter: “Now the man Moses was very humble, more than all men who were on the face of the earth.” In this story, we are given a dramatic picture of the relationship between spiritual authority and genuine humility. Moses is the most ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 12:1-16, Luke 14:11, Isaiah 58:1-14, Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Charismatic