Sermons on The Lust Of The Flesh:

Battling Besetting Sin Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 7, 2011

Paul was being defeated by (the law of) sin, forcing him (his renewed mind) to search till God could reveal to him the way of deliverance (the Law of the Spirit). The law of sin is too strong for anyone so you must yield to a higher law if you would have

BATTLING BESETTING SIN (THE ENEMY WITHIN) ROMANS 7:15-8:2 How does one go about battling the sin which so easily besets us? Is there any way to be completely delivered from the sin that has plagued your life for years and years? A person who believes in the Lord Jesus Christ may be ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Cpr For A Healthy Walk Part 3 Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 30, 2018

Message 3 in our discussion of the foundation elements of a healthy walk. This message continues fleshing out the first element of continually cultivating a dynamic relationship with God with a focus on renewing our thinking.

Chico Alliance Church David Welch “CPR for a Healthy Walk" Part 3 INTRODUCTION Paul identifies an internal war between the flesh and the spirit for control of the soul. We only have the strength to wage this war when we have a strong heart. We must focus attention on four areas of the daily walk ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2, 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Life Can Be Holy

Contributed by Bruce Ferris on Sep 16, 2002

The Scriptures tell us “As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance; But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; Because it is written, Be ye holy: for I am holy

“Life Can Be Holy” The Scriptures tell us “As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance; But as he which hath called you is holy, so be ye holy in all manner of conversation; Because it is written, Be ye holy: for I am holy.” (1 Peter ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Type Of Servant God Needs

Contributed by Gregory Lilly on Jan 5, 2013

Are you the type of servant God needs you to be? In this message let us see 7 servant types that Paul encouraged Timothy to be in order to serve God successfully.

II Timothy 2 Intro: Serving God is a great privilege for anyone. Timothy proved to be a great servant in so many ways and in our text, we learn just how great of a servant he had become. Through Paul's encouragement, Timothy saw 7 descriptive titles for a servant and it would be ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Who I Am Is What I Follow (Shaped In Sin)

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on Sep 25, 2002

THIS SERMON SHOWS THE WAR THAT GOES ON BETWEEN THE SPIRIT AND THE FLESH.AND THAT WE HAVE GOD GIVEN GRACE TO ACCEPT OR REJECT. WE ARE NOT TRULY UNDER BONDAGE UNLESS WE WILL TO BE.( PERMISSIVE AND OMISSIVE WILL.

WHO I AM IS WHAT I FOLLOW VERSE 17 IN EVERY ONE OF US WE HAVE A STRUGGLE BETWEEN THE FLESH AND THE SPIRIT. SOME GET THE VICTORY AND SOME DON’T. THE FLESH IS CORRUPT AND CARNAL. IT OPPOSES EVERYTHING THAT THE SPIRIT REPRESENTS, MOREOVER, THE NATURE OF THE FLESH IS PRESENTED TO WITH THE OBJECTIVE ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:17-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Manna Ceased

Contributed by Ernest Canell on Jan 8, 2001

What do we do if something we have been use to is no longer there?

Illustration: “Mamma,” said a little girl, “ my Sunday school teacher tells me that this world is only a place in which God lets us live for a while, that we may prepare for a better world. But momma, I do not see anybody preparing. I see you preparing to go into the country, and Aunt Eliza is ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 5:6-12

Denomination: *other

Boast In The Lord Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on May 18, 2009

1) Power: to free people from the world’s bondage, 2) Power: do what the flesh cannot do, & 3)Power: to bring salvation.

I had an interesting event happen this week that perhaps you can relate to. In performing a martial arts drill I was instructed to hit a pad while an opponent was instructed to push me off balance. All went well until one of the pushes caused me to spin around and at the exact same time another ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:14-18

Denomination: Other

The Peril Of Not Progressing Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Apr 30, 2008

But if we don’t grow spiritually as we should, so what? Is spiritual growth really that essential? Is there a “danger” involved in not progressing spiritually?

The Peril of Not ProgressingHebrews 6:1-8Intro The normal Christian life is to be one of spiritual growth and progression.  Starting as babes in Christ, we feed on the milk of the word.  As our spiritual senses are exercised to discern good and evil, we are then able to progress to solid food.  In ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Checking Your Spirit Gauge Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 27, 2001

There are those who declare that you can tell if you have the Spirit by some miraculous behavior on your part. But, Paul writes that you need to gauge God’s Spirit in a different way.

Two good old boys bought a couple of horses during the summer. But when winter came, they found it cost too much to board them. So they turned the horses loose in a pasture where there was plenty to eat. One said to the other: "How will we tell yours from mine when we pick them up?" "Oh ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26, Galatians 5:13-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Galatians A Gospel Of Freedom

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 6, 2013

This is actually a series of lessons for discussion on Galatians. There are six weeks of take home study guides that provide each participant a rich experience in exploring God's message within Galatians.

The Gospel of Freedom in Christ! A study of Galatians Introduction: How do we live by the Spirit and enjoy true freedom in Christ? What does that mean and what does it look like? How can living under the law actually become a hindrance to Christian faith and violate the gospel of Christ? What ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Live By The Spirit Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Sep 3, 2009

Success or victory in living the Christian life is to follow the Holy Spirit’s guidance & receive His empowering. This leads to an inner & outer transformation of life that a code of ethics cannot even touch. Paul’s understanding & deep conviction is to

GALATIANS 5:16-18 LIVE BY THE SPIRIT [Romans 7:14- 8:4] What principle should one follow to live the Christian life? If a group of average church members were asked that question what answers would they give? Some would likely emphasis Bible reading and prayer. Some would stress faithful ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-18, Romans 8:1-17, Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

When God Says No

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jul 8, 2018

Like Paul, we all have a "thorn in the flesh." We can learn from Paul that God allows it, Satan sends it, and we can accept it. Because when we are weak, then we are strong, with God's strength on display through our weakness.

2 Corinthians 12:7-10 When God Says No Have you ever received a “no” answer from God? It hurts, right? You think you know best, you really do. And then God says, “I don’t think so.” Well, it particularly hurts when you’ve been suffering, and not only does God not remove the suffering, but maybe ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

Moving Toward Spiritual Discernment-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 15, 2020

3 of ? The apostle John sheds light on the need for Spiritual Discernment in the Church. Spiritual Discernment is a necessity in the Church. •But How is it to be achieved/accomplished? Moving(yourself & the Church) toward spiritual discernment recognizes...

MOVING TOWARD SPIRITUAL DISCERNMENT-III—1John 3:10--4:21 Attention: ‘The Pen-less Pen’-Light? Our Franklin County school system gave one of it’s 3rd grade teachers what she supposed was a ‘pen-light.’ However, she soon discovered that the pen-light was only a light, for which she had no real ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

7 Way’s To Hear God’s Voice Clearly

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Jun 7, 2021

It is so important to hear the voice of God today. I know many have preached on this before. This is my offering.

Mark 4:9 (KJV) And he said unto them, He that hath ears to hear, let him hear. we need to pray for ears to hear what God is speaking hearing the voice of God is a mark of the true believer it's for every believer and it's biblical I want to show you the ways that God speaks to you ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:9, 1 John 3:8, 1 Kings 19:11-12, 1 Timothy 3:16, Romans 10:17, John 1:1, John 14:9, Matthew 4:4, Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 91:1, Matthew 6:6, Amos 3:7, Proverbs 19:20, Acts 2:17, Numbers 12:4-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Who Does He Think He Is?

Contributed by Bobby Brewer on Feb 3, 2023

After feeding the 5000, the people want more bread. What happens when Jesus says that He's what they need for everlasting life?

Message: Bread of Life part 2 John 6:35-60 Theme: Who does He think He is? Date: Feb 5, 2023 ICEBREAKERS -Read John 6:35-60 and Matthew 11:20-24 -What exactly were the people grumbling about? -Luke 2:19 says that “Mary kept these things (Incarnation) to herself.” Why? -Were there any hurdles you ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35-60