Sermons on Virtuous Living:

One Anothers #3: Likeminded With One Another Series

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Aug 25, 2019

How can a church avoid dissension and strife. This "one another" commands tells us to be like-minded, and this sermon discusses to important principles for a church's people to follow to remain united.

Likeminded with One Another Series: The One Anothers: The Church’s “Body Builders” Chuck Sligh May 22, 2022 NOTE: A PowerPoint presentation is available for this sermon by request at chucksligh@hotmail.com. Please mention the title of the sermon and the Bible text to help me find the sermon in my ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:5-6, Matthew 18:15-17, Ephesians 4:29-32

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing Him, Not Just His Hymns Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 29, 2025

In this sermon, we'll explore the importance of knowing God, not just His hymns.

As Christians, we often find comfort and solace in the hymns and songs of our faith. The powerful lyrics and soaring melodies can lift our spirits and bring us closer to God. However, it's possible to become so familiar with the hymns that we forget the One they're about. In this sermon, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:4

Final Advice

Contributed by Kenneth Anthony on Dec 31, 2006

St. Paul offers Timothy some final advice before his earthly departure. Christian consistency, the ability to endure hardship, mission, and heavenly reward are discussed.

Final Advice ILLUSTRATION: A man was on the practice golf course when the club pro brought another man out for a lesson. The pro watched the fellow swing several times and started making suggestions for improvement, but each time the pupil interrupted with his own version of what was wrong and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:5-8

Denomination: Orthodox

Training To Win!

Contributed by Kenneth Anthony on Dec 22, 2006

Sermon focuses on four items that will help us in our spiritual training to reach God’s Kingdom

Racing Tips Introduction The Christmas season is upon us and in just a few weeks time we will all be opening presents and hopefully spending quality time with our families. We have much to be thankful about. We are fortunate that we can freely worship in our country. We are also grateful for ...read more

Denomination: Orthodox

The Importance Of Spiritual Discernment In The Christian Life Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 30, 2025

As Christians, we are called to live a life of faith, trusting in God's sovereignty and guidance.

As Christians, we are called to live a life of faith, trusting in God's sovereignty and guidance. However, in a world filled with deception, false teachings, and spiritual darkness, it is essential to possess spiritual discernment to navigate the challenges of the Christian life. What is ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:14, 1 Corinthians 2:14-15

To Run With The Horses Series

Contributed by Peter Langerman on Oct 21, 2003

The first in a series on the life of Jeremiah based on Eugene Petersen’s splendid book

Jeremiah 12:1-5 1 You are always righteous, O LORD, when I bring a case before you. Yet I would speak with you about your justice: Why does the way of the wicked prosper? Why do all the faithless live at ease? 2 You have planted them, and they have taken root; they grow and bear fruit. You are ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 12:1-5, Jeremiah 12:1-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Life Has No Promises

Contributed by Gregory Thomas on May 9, 2007

IT IS MOST IMPORTANT THAT WE MAXIMIZE EVERY MOMENT THAT LIFE BRINGS MAKING SURE THAT OUR MINUTE, HOUR, DAY, WEEK, MONTH OR YEAR IS LIVED WITH PURPOSE IN MIND.

LIFE HAS NO PROMISES JAMES 4:14 14) Whereas ye know not what shall be on the morrow. For what is your life? It is even a vapour that appeareth for a little time; and then vanisheth away. THE CHARACTER THAT WRITES THIS EPISTLE IS JAMES THE BROTHER OF JOHN AND ...read more

Scripture: James 4:14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Your Struggle With Worship Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Aug 7, 2008

The commandment against idolatry is "good news". It was not given because God enjoyed saying, "You can’t do this" and "you can’t do that either". The commandment against idol worship is at the top of the list after worshipping God because idols are counte

By Rev Bill Stewart [Marilyn] "Paula, do you think there’s a God?" [Paula] "Of course, there’s a God. What do you think I’ve been on about all these years? God is in everything and everything is in God. You are God, darling, if only you could see it and understand it." [Marilyn] "No, I’m not ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 44:9-20

Denomination: Anglican

"Perilous Times Require Powerful Believers” Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Aug 8, 2008

Continue in the things which you have learned.

OPEN YOUR BIBLES TO Matthew 24 & 2 TIM 3 1. There are a few things we notice about time… • #1 Time just marches on… #2 – Time stops for no one. • And #3 - Things HAVE CHANGED over the years. Consider that… IN 1980 when the first Walkman’s came out there were $169! Now? Free Promotions When the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Breastplate Of Righteousness Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 5, 2008

59th in a series from Ephesians. The breastplate of righteousness requires us to live out the righteousness we have in Jesus.

If you are a follower of Jesus Christ, then whether you know it or not, you have enlisted in a spiritual war against Satan and his demons. And the only way that you can possibly be successful in that war is to be strengthened continually by God as you allow Jesus to dwell in your life and then put ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14

Denomination: Baptist

The Door Of Will Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 6, 2004

This is the 3rd sermon in the series "Unlocking The Doors To Freedom". We all have free will.

Series: Unlocking The Doors To Freedom [#3] THE DOOR OF WILL Galatians 2:11-21 Introduction: Last Sunday, I preached about being a good witness. After lunch, a guy almost ran over Karen, Kaitlyn, and I. He proceeded to honk the horn at us and give us a 1 finger wave. I definitely wanted to ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-21, Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Door Of Self Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 24, 2004

This is the 6th sermon in the series "Unlocking The Doors To Freedom". Get out of the way so God can move in your life.

Series: Unlocking The Doors To Freedom [#6] THE DOOR OF SELF Galatians 4:8-20 Introduction: I’m not a fan of people who like to criticize me. In fact, I don’t know anyone that likes to criticized. The interesting thing about that is, I’m my biggest critic. I’m my ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Walking The Walk

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 12, 2009

We must learn to live following the way of Christ Jesus in all that we continue to do on a daily basis.

2 Corinthians 5: 6 – 18 Walking The Walk Intro: There was a man who we will call George who had just completed a 2-story apartment complex. Problem was how to get the unused bricks to the ground w/o breaking them. There was a 55 gal. barrel on the ground so he tied a rope around the barrel, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:6-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Gps

Contributed by Richard Stevens on Jun 19, 2015

An update of JOY (Jesus first; Others second; Yourself last). This is a true GPS (God first; People second and Self last). Can be used as a true GPS to see where we are on our path to Heaven as Christians.

Read Romans 12:1-3 (Prayer) “I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service.” “And be not conformed to this world; but be ye transformed by the renewing of your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Zombies, Zonks & Magic Acts Series

Contributed by Steven Chapman on Jun 22, 2015

Paul clarifies for the Corinthians in 1 Corinthians 15 why the Resurrection is the critical element of the Christian faith. It is not just a belief to be believed. It is a belief to be lived.

ZOMBIES, ZONKS & MAGIC ACTS WHY DOES THE EASTER MESSAGE MATTER? 1 CORINTHIANS 15:12-33, 50-58 It was the first day of the week. Probably a little bit earlier than a sunrise service. Three women were making their way through the dimly lit streets of the community. They are on their way to anoint ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:12-58

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ