Sermons on The Son Of Righteousness:

Open Hearts Before God Series

Contributed by Robert Bravo on Aug 9, 2010

God has givin us an awesome opportunity to become His child. We are now children of light. What does this mean? How do we play this out in our lives? Paul gives us some examples in his letter to the Ephesian church.

Living as children of Light: Open hearts Ephesians 4:17-19 To live as children of light means I. We live as though God _were are Father_ Ephesians 4:17 a. The gentiles were fatherless when it came to God. b. As a believer in Christ we now become his Children c. We should act that way since we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-19

Denomination: Nazarene

The Gold Standard

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Sep 7, 2010

Our Lord reframes an ancient code, moving it from passive compliance to active obedience. He calls us to go to practice an unselfish standard of fairness/righteousness. This is what He did. And this is what He empowers us to do.

James Cash Penny started a general merchandise store in Kemmerer, Wyoming in 1902, which he built into a multi-billion dollar enterprise on the guiding principle of the Golden Rule. For years J.C. Penny stores were called “Golden Rule stores”. It was Mr. Penny’s belief that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:7-12

Denomination: Congregational

Lost And Found Proverbs

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 1, 2010

This collection of 137 proverbs was spoken by Solomon and most likely copied into a collection during the reign of Judah’s king, Hezekiah. These proverbs were added to the collection of Proverbs. King Hezekiah tried to bring revival to Judah, he elevated

Lost and Found Proverbs Proverbs 25:1-28 These also are proverbs of Solomon which the men of Hezekiah king of Judah copied:2 It is the glory of God to conceal a matter, But the glory of kings is to search out a matter. 3 As the heavens for height and the earth for depth, So the heart of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:1-28

Denomination: Pentecostal

Be Strong - How To Win Over Temptation Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Apr 9, 2010

Be realistic (being honest about it), responsible (understand you have the power to choose right), ready (be on your guard), and refocused on the goodness of God, and we will find the strength to overcome temptation.

Today I want to talk about man’s oldest problem – temptation; it goes back all the way to Adam. • We all face it. Even when you know what is right to do, it is difficult to say “No.” • Oscar Wilde once said, “I can withstand anything except temptation.” • People say the only way to get rid of ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Living The Foolproof Life Series

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Apr 19, 2010

With God’s help, we can live wisely! “You can develop a healthy, robust community that lives right with God and enjoy its results only if you do the hard work of getting along with each other, treating each other with dignity and honor.” James 3:18 (MSG)

Living the Foolproof Life James 3:13-18 13 Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. 14 But if you harbor bitter envy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast about it or deny the truth. 15 Such ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Law Vs Grace Part 2

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 21, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Are you still under the law? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we are under grace not law IV. TEXT: 1 Samuel 24:2 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) 2. So Saul chose 3,000 elite troops

I. EXORDIUM: Are you still under the law? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we are under grace not law IV. TEXT: 1 Samuel 24:2 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) 2. So Saul chose 3,000 elite troops from all Israel and went to search for David and his men ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Law Keeper Vs. Grace

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 23, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Have you tried to do it all by works to be justified before GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show we are righteous because of what LORD JESUS CHRIST have done, not on what we can do. IV. TEXT: Luk

I. EXORDIUM: Have you tried to do it all by works to be justified before GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show we are righteous because of what LORD JESUS CHRIST have done, not on what we can do. IV. TEXT: Luke 13:10-17 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) One ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:10-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Seeking Grass!

Contributed by Bala Samson on Dec 5, 2012

The words ‘Ahab went one way by himself looking for grass….’, prompted me to write this devotion today.

1 King 18:5,6 “And Ahab said unto Obadiah, Go into the land, unto all fountains of water, and unto all brooks: peradventure we may find grass to save the horses and mules alive, that we lose not all the beasts…….Ahab went one way by himself….” The words ‘Ahab ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:5-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Above - Pt. 2 - Above Below Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jul 7, 2011

Catch your balance. Steady yourself. Above is supposed to describe us. Don’t look down . . . DON’T LIVE DOWN!

Above Pt. 2 – Above Below I. Introduction Above. As I mentioned last week there are certain meanings that come to mind instantly. Above . . . perspective, looking down on, higher than. Above . . . prominence and higher in order. Above . . . distance. Above speaks to perspective and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:14-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

It’s An Inside Job Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Jul 7, 2011

What, or who, is on the inside is one of hte most important determinates or detriments to living between the lines.

“Between the Lines: It’s An Inside Job” Romans 2:11-29 A robbery occurred in the branch bank where we did our banking. Law enforcement officers stated that the evidence pointed towards an “inside job.” The crime had been carried out in such a way that only someone who knew the bank from the inside ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:11-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Integrity

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Apr 21, 2012

Our integrity is a precious commodity.

Job 27:3-6 3 As long as my breath is in me, And the breath of God in my nostrils, My lips will not speak wickedness, Nor my tongue utter deceit. Far be it from me that I should say you are right; Till I die I will not put away my integrity from me. My righteousness I hold fast, and will not let ...read more

Scripture: Job 27:3-6

Denomination: Pentecostal

Deal With The Burned Out Bulbs Series

Contributed by Bruce Rzengota on Dec 15, 2010

LIVING IN THE LIGHT REQUIRES DEALING WITH SOME BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS.

Turning on the Light: Deal with the Burned Out Bulbs Ephesians 4:25-32 INTRODUCTION There are 700 billion lights on the strip. Over five miles of lights are used to decorate the tree every year (+250,000). It takes 20,000 light bulbs to make the Eiffel Tower sparkle at night. There are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

"The Pursuit Of Godliness” Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 8, 2008

Living a godly life.

OPEN YOUR BIBLES TO Matthew 6:25-34 & 1 TIM 6 1. This week I read a number of newspaper articles. a. Among them chronicled the different pursuits of man. b. There were those PURSUING the Presidency of the US. c. Those PURSUING of the completion of a giant monument. d. There are those PURSUING a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:11-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Living Right In A World That's Wrong” Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 8, 2008

There might be people around us who come against us as we attempt to live a righteous life in an unrighteous world!

OPEN BIBLES TO Daniel 6 & 2 Timothy 2:13 1. Right or Wrong? Good or Bad? (CHOICES) 2. Faithfulness OR Faithlessness. It’s really an easy choice. a. We choose FAITHFULNESS. We choose to FOLLOW God. b. We choose to not FALL away, BUT TO STAND STRONG. c. We choose to not DRIFT away, BUT TO STEADY ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 6:1-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Answering The Call

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Aug 28, 2017

God is calling each of us to listen to Him, to hear Him to seek Him. Isaiah 51:1-8 has a lot to say about heeding that call.

Answering The Call ISAIAH 51:1-8 Answering the call? Who? Have you heard God calling you? Yes – you! Do you consider yourself faithful? Do you consider yourself righteous? Do you seek righteousness? “Listen to Me, My people; and give ear to me, O My nation: for law will proceed from Me, and I ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational