Sermons on Value Others First:

Living For Christ

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 12, 2011

What’s our greatest goal and aim in life? What occupies our minds? If we were to sum up what our life is all about in one word, what would that word be? For the apostle Paul, that word was Christ.

Living for Christ Philippians 1:21 What’s our greatest goal and aim in life? What occupies our minds? If we were to sum up what our life is all about in one word, what would that word be? For the apostle Paul, that word was ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21, Colossians 3:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

Fathers, "Teach Your Children Well!"

Contributed by Charlie Roberts on Jul 2, 2012

The devil has been hard at work attacking fathers all across the globe, for thousands of years, Because he knows the word, he knows the significance of the word and the significance of something that God instructs us to do.

Fathers, Teach Your Children Well You, " said the doctor to his patient, "you are in terrible shape, you’ve got to do something about it. *First, tell your wife to start cooking more nutritious meals. *Stop working like a dog. *Also inform your wife you’re going to make a budget , ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 23

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jun 3, 2024

This message is about undrstanding and valuing our relationship with God based on what David wrote in Psalm 23.

Psalm 23 Scriptures: Psalm 23; John 10:14-16, 27-28; Philippians 4:19 Good morning Strangers Rest. Last week I shared with you that of all of God’s creation He values us the most. This morning I will focus on how we in turn value God. We value God by understanding who He is in our lives and ...read more

Scripture: John 10:14-16, Philippians 4:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God's Treasure Chest

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2004

Out of all His creation, what could God possibly value enough to place with his treasures?

God’s Treasure Chest (Adapted from an article by Larry Libby, “Discipleship Journal” Issue 139) SCRIPTURE READING: Malachi 3:16-17 INTRODUCTION: While growing up, I kept a cigar box hidden away in the bottom of a drawer. That cigar box was filled with my TREASURES. These were important ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:16-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Is He Worthy PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 5, 2024

This sermon emphasizes the importance of honoring, valuing, and heeding the service and stewardship of our spiritual leaders in the church community.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It is truly a blessing to gather together in the house of the Lord, to draw near to Him and to each other. As we gather in His name, let us remember that we are not just attendees, but active participants in the living, breathing body of Christ. Each one of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:17-18

Topics: Pastor's Anniversary

Our Vision Series

Contributed by Floyd Steverson on May 10, 2017

Part 2 of the 4 Part Series titled, "Who Are We?" Mission - Vision - Core Values - Purpose

WHO ARE WE? - PART 2 - OUR VISION I am excited this morning to continue in this series we began last week in which we will examine the Mission, Vision, Values, and Purpose of Metro Grace Community Church. It is extremely important to the life and vitality of this church body for us to understand ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 1:1-4, Nehemiah 2:17-18

Denomination: Baptist

Excelling In Goodness And Mercy Series

Contributed by Jack Perkins, D.min., Ladc, Csac, Cclc on Aug 19, 2021

In the pursuit for godliness they will discover there are some negative characteristics that will block their ascendancy to excellency. Yet, disciples also learn lessons about how to experience a life characterized by goodness, mercy, grace, and joy

A major part of learning how to do something is learning the "do nots." To illustrate: One of my first lessons related to learning how to be a locomotive engineer involved learning certain things that I must not do—such as going to sleep. While pulling a train, you do not reach down ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gift Of Silence

Contributed by Fr. Damien Evangelista on Apr 2, 2020

The world doesn't value silence, but making time to be silent is crucial for psychological and spiritual health.

Silence is essential for growth in the spiritual life. For instance, since God is omnipotent, we'd expect that he'd speak to Elijah through a strong driving wind or an earthquake as found in our first reading (1 Kg 18, 15-45). Instead, we find that Elijah comes out of hiding from the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:42

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

Finishing Strong

Contributed by David Diyanni on May 6, 2007

Finishing strong is what counts most. It is good to start strong but unless you finish strong it is of no value.

Finishing Strong ”A good start isn’t enough” 1 Kings 3:10-13, I Kings 11:3-6 & 9-11, I Cor 9:24-27 Introduction A.With the New Year approaching, people often make some resolutions that they want to accomplish for the next year. Usually before the month is over they have already given up on ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

The New Self: God’s Love On Display Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 19, 2014

Our new selves are characterized by love, and therefore we should value and live-out the nuances of love.

The New Self: God’s Love On Display (Colossians 3:12-14) 1. WOODSTOCK, Ill., Feb. 11 (UPI) -- Customers at an Illinois Shell station received gas for just one cent per gallon due to a glitch in the system, an employee said. Rita Castillo, who has worked at the Shell station in Woodstock for ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Father's Day 2014

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Nov 11, 2014

Values are not taught to our children, they are caught by them. How can father's share good morals with their children?

Father’s Day Message June 15, 2014 Chester FBC, Chester, IL Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker A Several years ago researchers did an experiment to see how much time middle-class father’s spent playing/interacting with their small children. 1 First, they asked the father’s to estimate ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 6:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

God Is For You

Contributed by Dr. Lewis W. Gregory on Jan 7, 2019

People often feel like God is against them. Many people suffer from rejection and condemnation. But in Christ all that changes. Discover how God can be for you. And learn the significance of God being for you. More importantly experience it for yourself.

GOD IS FOR YOU! Dr. Lewis W Gregory Illustration: No, No, No! one of the first words a child learns is no. No is seen as a negative. But in Christ no can be a positive. Romans 8:31–39 No accusation, No condemnation, No separation Part 1 Introduction: God is for you A. What things? Romans 8:31 ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Wisdom Of The Christian Jedi

Contributed by Karen Wheat on May 23, 2005

This graduation sermon takes a look at the StarWars Jedi, looking for and finding parrells with the values and practice of Christianity.

THE WISDOM OF THE CHRISTIAN JEDI 5/21/2005 EPHESIANS 6:10-20 Long ago in a Galaxy far far away…. And with those words we are whisked off to a fictional Galaxy where the noble Jedi Knights fight the evil of the Dark Side in an effort to overcome that evil and champion Peace and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Methodist

Owning The Mission Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on May 29, 2003

Do we value the same things that Jesus places a value on? While people are eternally lost apart from Christ, these same people are of tremendous worth in God’s eyes. Amazingly, God chooses us to be involved in redemptive relationships in such a way tha

Owning the Mission Rev. Brian Bill 1/28/01 Jim had a passion for God, a love for people, and a burden to communicate the gospel. But he wrestled with the question of how to bring the message of Christ into a setting that seemed so far from him. How could he help people see and embrace the truth ...read more

Scripture: John 20:21, Luke 20:21

Denomination: Baptist