Sermons on take time to be holy:

Striving For Holiness

Contributed by Bradford Robinson on Sep 18, 2002

This sermons takes a look at why it is that we as Christians should strive for holiness and then looks at three practical applications to help us to strive for that holiness.

A Man was sitting in his recliner when his youngest son walked in and asked if he could ask his a few questions. The Father said sure but he asked what is this for? The young boy replied, “It’s for a project as school. We have to write a report about a role model in our life.” His father was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:14-19

Denomination: Methodist

Exhaustion: Finding Rest In Taking The Sabbath Seriously Series

Contributed by Steve Miller on Feb 11, 2013

Running ourselves to death is nothing new to God, who created everything with a precaution in mind-or perhaps an antidote-to exhaustion: Sabbath Rest. Wouldn’t you like to emerge from a Sabbath day refreshed and ready to tackle the most important things o

It is obviously a scheme of Satan to keep us running in circles until we’re exhausted and totally uninterested in discipleship. This scheme is nothing new to God, who created everything with a precaution in mind--or perhaps an antidote--to exhaustion: Sabbath Rest. God has never stopped desiring ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11, Deuteronomy 5:12-15

Denomination: *other

A Holy Trip

Contributed by John Hickman on Dec 6, 2013

Scripture is silent on the details of Mary and Joseph's journey to Bethlehem. But imagine if you were taking the journey today. What would that feel like?

As I look out among you today, I see that the vast majority of us have of us have had babies. But not all of us. For example, I’ve done a lot of things in my life and had a lot of experiences, but I’ve never given birth to a baby. Yes, I know this surprises you. So help me here. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Charismatic

Examination Time

Contributed by Jeff Fradenburgh on Nov 14, 2001

It’s time to take a test to see if you’re putting in to practice and progressing in your faith

2 Corinthians 13:5 (NLT) 5Examine yourselves to see if your faith is really genuine. Test yourselves. If you cannot tell that Jesus Christ is among you, it means you have failed the test. The reason Paul calls on them to examine themselves was, Paul was concerned that many of them had been ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:5

Denomination: Holiness

Dare To Take A Stand! Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jul 17, 2008

As Christians, we need to take a stand for God. It’s not always easy. During GOOD TIMES – When things are going right - We get complacent. During BAD TIMES – When everything seems to be going wrong – We get discouraged … blame God … look to ourselves for

Opening illustration: In her famous book and film, “The Hiding Place” Corrie ten Boom tells the story of a Dutch Christian family, her family, who had a heart for the Jewish people. Her grandfather Wilhelm started a weekly prayer group in 1844 in the city of Haarlem, near Amsterdam for the ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Take It All Off!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 3, 2019

Some things have no place in the life of God's people. Our responsibility is to reflect the character of our Heavenly Father.

“Having put away falsehood, let each one of you speak the truth with his neighbor, for we are members one of another. Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, and give no opportunity to the devil. Let the thief no longer steal, but rather let him labor, doing honest work ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Trinity

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Jun 19, 2020

Short message during virus shut down time. This was shared by text and other media.

Subject: The Holy Trinity Psalms 8 (kjv) 1 O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth! who hast set thy glory above the heavens. 2 Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings hast thou ordained strength because of thine enemies, that thou mightest still the enemy and the ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Focus On Time Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on May 30, 2003

It takes time invested to raise children. King David is a bad example of how to raise children

INTRODUCTION A group of expectant fathers were in a waiting room, while their wives were in the process of delivering babies. A nurse came in and announced to one man that his wife had just given birth to twins. "That’s quite a coincidence" he responded, "I play for the Minnesota Twins!" A few ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 13:1-30

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Holy Is The Lord Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 18, 2000

What are the four living creatures or the sea of glass? God’s holiness shines as we take a closer examination of the throne of God as revealed in Revelation 4.

Holy is the Lord The last message looked at the two throne scenes that John saw. Now lets examine the throne a little closer. Begin by looking at Revelation 4: 6 Before the throne there was a sea of glass, like crystal. And in the midst of the throne, and around the throne, were four living ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 15:2, Revelation 4:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

The 5 Time Periods Of The End Times

Contributed by Tiger Gullett on Feb 27, 2002

Jesus could return any moment. What does the Bible say will take place during the end times?

5 MAJOR TIME PERIODS CONCERNING THE END TIMES Mark 13, 2 Thessalonians 2, Revelation 6,8,9,11,16,20,21 I. FIRST TIME PERIOD SIGNS TO THE END OF THE AGE OF GRACE -- MARK 13:1-13 (Today we live in the age of Grace. God is offering forgiveness through the blood of Christ to anyone who will ...read more

Scripture: Mark 13:1-37

Denomination: Baptist

Take It To The Lord In Prayer PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 5, 2023

To emphasize the importance and power of prayer at all times, and to assure believers that God, as a good Father, will always provide the best for His children.

Good morning, church family. I’d like to share with you today about the importance and power of prayer in all seasons and at all times. Our scripture passage for today comes from Luke 11:1-13. I'm reminded of a quote by Oswald Chambers, "Prayer does not fit us for the greater work; prayer is the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Topics: Prayer, Convenience

There Is No Time Like The Present For Good Deeds Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001

THE PEOPLE OF GOD IN THIS PRESENT AGE NEED TO DEVOTE THEMSELVES TO PERSONAL HOLINESS AND UNSELFISH GOOD DEEDS

BIG IDEA: THE PEOPLE OF GOD IN THIS PRESENT AGE (BETWEEN CHRIST’S FIRST COMING TO USHER US INTO SALVATION AND HIS SECOND COMING TO USHER US INTO GLORY) NEED TO DEVOTE THEMSELVES TO PERSONAL HOLINESS AND UNSELFISH GOOD DEEDS I. (:11) CHRIST’S FIRST COMING = OUR ENTRANCE INTO SALVATION A. The ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

All That I Am -- All The Time

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Jan 7, 2008

It is vital for the Christian to daily surrender everything to Jesus.

I will send you the power point for free, just email the name of the sermon in the email subject line. (This sermon requires highspeed access or access to download the video) All that I am -- All the time Philippians 3:4-11 It is vital for the Christian to daily surrender everything to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Helps In Times Of Weakness!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jun 10, 2024

Helps in times of Weakness! Romans chapter 8 verses 26-27 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Involvement of the Spirit. (vs 26a) (2). The Intercession of the Spirit (vs 26b). (3). The Intelligence of the Spirit (vs 27a) SERMON BODY: The Holy Spirit is the Spirit who is not a ghost: • Old translations of the Bible call him the Holy Ghost rather than the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-27

Denomination: Brethren

Take A Look At Your Shoes

Contributed by Chase Gallimore on Apr 5, 2014

We explore how clean our shoes are as we learn from Moses what it means to walk on holy ground

Exodus 3:1-6 1 Now Moses was tending the flock of Jethro his father-in-law, the priest of Midian, and he led the flock to the far side of the desert and came to Horeb, the mountain of God. 2 There the angel of the LORD appeared to him in flames of fire from within a bush. Moses saw that though the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ