Sermons on Serving Self:

Commitment Vs. Convenience

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on May 19, 2007

Sermon on serving Jesus, no matter the cost or what is convenient to us.

“Serving Jesus, Is It A Commitment or A Convenience?” (Matt 19:16; 21-24) Read passage Many today do not want to be totally committed to the Lord because it demands too much of them. Let’s be honest here, commitment is sometimes something for someone else to do because it interferes with our ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Heart Series

Contributed by Troy Richards on Feb 20, 2008

The first part of a winter retreat on giving your whole self to God. Workbook and Powerpoint available.

GIVING IT YOUR ALL HEART [JESUS FREAKS PAGE 288] -it’s a simple story, a little girl, only 5, but what were on her and her Dad’s hearts? Telling people about Jesus. -that little girl at five, her whole life should have been about having fun, playing with dolls, being loved by her family, and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:30

Denomination: Methodist

The Great Carpenter

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on May 26, 2015

Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree...

The Great Carpenter 1 Peter 2:24 Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed. 1. The Usefulness of Wood. It was wood with which a carpenter worked, and out of wood came many useful ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:24

Denomination: Foursquare

Guidelines For Christianity: The Fruit Of Patience Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Mar 31, 2015

Patience will never be accomplished by human effort and self-control. It is only accomplished by GOD control...

”But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self control; against such there is no law.” A small boy is sent to bed by his father. Five minutes later … “Da-ad…” “What?” “I’m ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

It’s The Times In Between

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Apr 25, 2021

Take note here as how we read the entrance to self effort! This is when David is only relying on David! How many can relate to the words David is using to describe the condition of his life?

It’s the Times In Between... 1 Samuel 21:10-15 NKJ 10 Then David arose and fled that day from before Saul, and went to Achish the king of Gath. 11 And the servants of Achish said to him, “Is this not David the king of the land? Did they not sing of him to one another in dances, saying: ‘Saul has ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:1-3, Psalm 56:1-13, 1 Samuel 21:10-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Take Up Your Cross And Follow Me Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 1, 2007

Self-Denial, Cross-bearing and Obedience are the central elements of being a disciple of Jesus Christ.

At this time of year, most people have completed their holidays and are back focusing on work. Were your holiday’s what you expected? The following are actual responses from comment cards given to the staff members at Bridger Wilderness Area in NW Wyoming. -Trails need to be reconstructed. Please ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24-27

Denomination: Other

Caring With A Difference

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Aug 30, 2007

A Labor Day message on providing caring services, but not simply as self-fulfillment, but as a means to witness.

The true test of whether what you are doing is real is not how you feel about it when you start. The true test is whether you can keep going and complete your task. Anybody can get excited about a new job. But not everybody can stay by the stuff and finish. Some people get bored, or ...read more

Scripture: John 4:31-38

Denomination: Baptist

Remember...

Contributed by Robert Butler on May 23, 2020

In all situations, we are called to proclaim and serve our Lord.

Today, we look to a prophet who saw it all. The son of Amoz was married, his wife was a prophetess and his two sons would be named to remind the world of his predictions about Israel - The first would speak of judgement and the second would be restoration. He would live some 80 plus years and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 2:4, Isaiah 11:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Declaration Of Independence Series

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 1, 2004

The sermon examines our human tendency to rely on self rather than seek God.

The Declaration of Dependence (Why Men Don’t Ask For Directions—Part 2) James 4:1-10 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Review: In our previous study we explored the normal human tendency to be independent and self-reliant. Independence and ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Entering The Joy: A Five Talent Man

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Sep 7, 2002

Funeral service for Robert Cecil White, poet, jazz musician, self-professed prodigal.

It’s hard to believe that it was only a few months ago when onto the scene, here at this church, there burst like a blaze of light a small intense man, dressed in a loose-flowing shirt, speaking up frequently. People took to him immediately; he was so open and so outgoing, and we at Takoma ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Mighty Men

Contributed by Joe Harding on Jun 15, 2002

REAL MEN SERVE GOD AND ARE THUS MIGHTY MEN!

MIGHTY MEN II SAMUEL 23: 8-17 FATHER’S DAY JUNE 16, 2002 INTRODUCTION: THE TOP TEN THINGS YOU LEARNED FROM YOUR FATHER: 10.When he was your age, kids had to walk six miles to school in the snow and rain . . . uphill both ways. 9. If he had acted like you, his father would have knocked him into ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 23:8-17

Denomination: Baptist

Will Heaven Be The Same For Everyone? Series

Contributed by James Bohrer on Dec 24, 2008

Dealing with the Doctrine of Rewards for serving God and His Kingdom.

I want to thank Bob Coombs and his drama troupe for ministering to us and speaking God’s truth to us in a way that only drama can bring. I also want you to know that Bob has studied the doctrine of rewards in heaven. He has written an extensive Bible study that may be valuable to you. I can not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:9-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of A Woman Nick Named Y.a.m.

Contributed by Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks on Aug 19, 2002

A sermon of encouragement for women who are feeling unworthy and have low self-esteem.

Evangelist Carolyn Malaika Foster-Brooks The Ministry of S.A.R.A.H. (Serenity*Atonement*Restoration & Healing) Lyons, Georgia Prayer- Dear Father in Heaven- We woke up this morning thanking You once more for your goodness. Whatever problems we faced yesterday are a part of our past and we can’t ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-19, Psalm 139:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Of Foxes And Feeble Men

Contributed by Paddy Venner on Jan 27, 2003

Some clear guidelines about handling criticism and good, honest self evaluation

Foxes and Feeble Men  As we stand now we are about 2 weeks away from next year, and about 349 days from the last New Year when we promised that this year would be different and that we would finally accomplish all that we’ve been putting off for the last 10 years.  ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Cutting Out The Dead Wood. Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Nov 14, 2003

Those who are more than survivors stay alert to self-dimishint compromises

In the back of our lot is an old tree. I’ve been told by more than one person here how it was a playground for them as they grew up in these neighborhoods. For a couple of years I wasn’t sure what type of tree it was. In fact, it wasn’t we built a tree house, of sorts, that I found out it was in ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 1:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed