Sermons on Virtues:

Against Me Series

Contributed by Jim Caswell on Oct 13, 2016

We must deny our self to to reach God's Ideal for our life. We decide against our self to decide for Him.

Title: IF: Against Me Place: Blue Licks Christian Church Date: 10/16/16 Text: Romans 8.4, Luke 9.23, 1 Corinthians 10 .23 CT: We must deny our self to reach God’s ideal for our lives. Show Clip of movie trailer “Sully”. [Screen 1] FAS: On January 2, 2009,Flight 1549, a regular ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:4

Denomination: Christian Church

Hope For A Better Life Series

Contributed by Charles Forshee on Aug 17, 2013

Messages to improve our lives.

"Getting MORE out of Life" "HOPE for a Better Life" Open your Bibles to 1 Peter 3 this morning.... ...and while you're turning there.....I want to quote a Very Familiar Verse in John 10 Jesus said in John 10:10 The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10

Denomination: *other

Gain Or Greed? Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Sep 8, 2013

Greed

GAIN OR GREED? (1 TIMOTHY 6:6-19) An angel appears at a faculty meeting and tells the dean that in return for his unselfish and exemplary behavior, the Lord will reward him with his choice of infinite wealth, wisdom, or beauty. Without hesitating, the dean selects infinite wisdom. “Done!” says ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Love Series

Contributed by Jenny Franklin on Oct 18, 2024

Jesus said, “I am the vine, and you are the branches: He who abides in me, and I in him produces much fruit.” The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. God places one of the fruits above the others. Love is above the others

What is LOVE? 1. LOVE is a Fruit that comes from abiding in the vine. Abide in me, and I in you. A branch can’t bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine. Neither can you unless you abide in me. I am the vine, and you are the branches: He who abides in me, and I in him produces much ...read more

Scripture: John 15:4-5, Galatians 5:22, Matthew 22:37-40, 1 Corinthians 13:13, Colossians 3:12-14, Galatians 5:6, 1 Corinthians 13:2-3, Proverbs 10:12, 1 Samuel 15:22, Luke 10:29-37, James 2:18, Matthew 5:23-24, Titus 2:4, Romans 5:8, Romans 5:10, Matthew 5:43-48, Romans 8:28, John 15:5, 1 Samuel 24:6, 1 John 2:15-16, Acts 5:1-5, Ephesians 3:17-19, Luke 7:36-47, 1 John 4:19, John 13:34-35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Patient In Suffering Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Jan 13, 2023

A study from the book of James. This study is inspired by Rick Warren's book: Developing a Faith that Works, Book of James Volumes 1 & 2.

A. I like to see a show of hands: How many of you struggle with a LACK of PATIENCE? 1. I want you to answer this question aloud: What are some things that test your PATIENCE? a. Busy TRAFFIC. b. Long lines at Wal Mart. c. Know-it-all people. d. I’m just glad that no one said, ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Fruit Of The Spirit (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Delray Lentz on Dec 17, 2024

Part 3 of 3 part series This series was birthed out of the 30-day challenge I issued to you on May 4th. Funny thing, the challenge was on me!

Probably the first epistle that Paul penned. Written because the Christians of the region of Galatian were being taught some doctrine that Paul had to refute. Galatians 5:22–23 “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

"Sin In The Camp"

Contributed by Monte Mcelfresh on Mar 4, 2006

Dealing with sin

“Sin In The Camp” Joshua 7:1-26 Introduction Even though you’re saved (crossed Jordan) still prone to sin. I. SIN – SATAN v.1 A. Don’t underestimate power of Satan B. Defeat a. Comes after victory b. Comes when least expected c. Comes when we feel strong in ourselves d. Comes when we neglect ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Like Precious Faith

Contributed by Glen Lawhun on May 2, 2004

Because we have obtained like precious faith we have great and precious promises.

II Peter 1:1 a. …like precious faith… (without the shedding of the precious blood of Jesus there would be no precious faith) b. Jude 1:3 …contend for the faith… c. Rev. 12:17 …the dragon was in enraged…and went to make war with those who keep the commandment of God and have the testimony of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sin Taker

Contributed by Donato Solano on Dec 5, 2006

No man can ever take his sin away. That’s the problem! But God solve it, He sent THE SIN TAKER!

INTRODUCTION “All men are sinners! That is the problem. Who is going to take away the sins of the world? This is the big question. “ Let’s take a look on this story in John 3, Nicodemus one the Pharisees (Priests) and member of the Sanhedrin seems to without sin by mere position in religious ...read more

Scripture: John 1:29-34

Denomination: Baptist

A Better Life

Contributed by Michael Monica on May 16, 2020

Ecclesiastes 7

HONOR IS BETTER THAN LUXURY (7:1) "A GOOD NAME IS BETTER THAN PRECIOUS OINTMENT” Here the Preacher is extolling the value of a good reputation. YOUR DEATHDAY IS BETTER THAN YOUR BIRTHDAY (7:1b) "THE DAY OF DEATH THAN THE DAY OF ONE'S BIRTH" The day of one's death ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Heart Of Saul: Lessons From A People-Pleaser - 1 Samuel 15:24 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Aug 27, 2025

Are you living for the applause of people or the approval of God? Discover how Saul’s fear of man led to his downfall and how you can break free.

For free audio or video download of this message, visit https://www.treasuringgod.com/sermons-by-scripture or my YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/@DarrellFerguson. 1 Samuel 15:24 Then Saul said to Samuel, "I have sinned. I violated the LORD's command and your instructions. I was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 15:24

Galatians Chapter 5 Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on May 23, 2022

Verse by Verse Study of Galatians Chapter 5

Galatians Chapter 5: *This may need to be trimmed or summarized. Gal. 5:1 Stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath made us free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. (KJV) 5:1 It was for this freedom that Christ set us free [completely liberating us]; therefore ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Who Touched Me?

Contributed by Troy Bohn on Oct 18, 2000

Have you ever wondered to yourself; "How can everyone else seem to be so happy and full of joy when my life is so miserable?" How is it that other people can worship with unrestrained enthusiasm and I always feel so restricted? How is it that my friends are always "hearing from God" on

Have you ever wondered to yourself; "How can everyone else seem to be so happy and full of joy when my life is so miserable?" How is it that other people can worship with unrestrained enthusiasm and I always feel so restricted? How is it that my friends are always "hearing from God" on ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:43-48, Matthew 9:20-23, Matthew 9:23-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Bend, Bow Or Break

Contributed by Michele Hudson on Dec 5, 2000

Message about not giving in to the pressures of this world.

===================================================== COMPROMISE AND OMINOUS DAYS VERY MUCH DESCRIBE THE TIMES IN WHICH WE LIVE TODAY. SECULARISM, MATERIALISM, MORAL BREAKDOWN, INTERNATIONAL CHICANERY AND CONFLICT ARE PREVELANT IN TODAY’S SOCIETY. IT IS SO TODAY THAT THE COURTS PROTECT THE RIGHTS ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Ideal Woman

Contributed by Ricky Burke on Feb 6, 2001

This is a sermon for Mother’s Day.

Proverbs 31:10-31 "The Ideal Woman" This is Mother’s Day and I’d like to take a few moments and talk about the Ideal Woman. What is the Ideal Woman like? You’ll get a variety of answers to that question! Some say the ideal woman is a woman who will obey your every whim, wait on you hand ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 31:10-31, Proverbs 31:18-19

Denomination: Baptist