Sermons on Whip Themselves:

Men - It Is Time To Quit

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 7, 2002

The need for men to stand up and show themselves as men.

MEN - IT’S TIME TO QUIT! I CORINTHIANS 16:13 I CORINTHIANS 16:13 "WATCH YE, STAND FAST IN THE FAITH, QUIT YOU LIKE MEN, BE STRONG." I. Demand for vigilance. A. "Watch" - be awake, alert, constantly on guard, never sleepy or sluggish, never to let down one’s guard. B. 1 Peter 5:8 "Be sober, be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:13

Denomination: Baptist

#5 -- Help Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Nov 10, 2006

God helps those who rely not on themselves but on Him.

“God helps those who help themselves” Have you ever heard the expression, “God helps those who help themselves”? What does this saying mean? Does it mean that God only helps those who can help themselves? At the very least this saying seems to suggest to me that we can help ourselves somewhat. It ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 124:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Assurance, Jesus Is Mine!

Contributed by Sean Smuts on Jul 22, 2003

A look at the fact that christians want Jesus only for themselves.

Text: Matthew 28:18-20 Subject: The Great Commission Theme: Responsibility of Christians regarding... "Blessed Assurance, Jesus is Mine!" Introduction: There is a story told of a man who was awakened one night by the sound of a gunshot in his room. On inquiring the cause, his servant ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Mennonite

The Source Of Your Wisdom Series

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Oct 27, 2012

Many consider themselves wise, but just Who is their source?

# #October 28, 2012 Morning Worship Text: James 3:13-18 Subject: Wisdom Title: James Part 6 – The Source of Your Wisdom Last Sunday at our evening service I continued with our James series and I spoke to you about controlling your tongue – saying the same things that God says ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living A Transformed Life

Contributed by Larry Semore on Feb 9, 2017

Many call themselves Believers but are they living a transformed Life

Living a Transformed Life 2 Corinthians 3:17-18, NLT “For the Lord is the Spirit, and wherever the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 18 So all of us who have had that veil removed can see and reflect the glory of the Lord. And the Lord—who is the Spirit—makes us more and more like him as ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:17-18

Denomination: Church Of God

The First Mega Church?

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Jul 21, 2018

Jesus and His disciples put their ministry ahead of themselves.

Weekend Message/Devotion July 21, 2018 Mark 6:30-34, 53-56 The First Mega Church? Let’s have a casual and then a little more in depth look at what this reading depicts. Jesus has gathered the apostles together for a rest and recreation retreat. They have just returned from their first ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Celebrating Birthdays

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 6, 2015

To show that unbelievers even in their birthdays, that they should be pleasing the LORD instead of themselves are clearly, pleasing, fascinating and enjoying themselves and not the LORD GOD who gave them their lives.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you pleasing the LORD? Yes. all by faith. Hebrews 11:6 Hebrews 11:6 (Amplified Bible) But without faith it is impossible to please and be satisfactory to Him. For whoever would come near to God must [necessarily] believe that God exists and that He is the rewarder of those who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 14:6

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Promise

Contributed by Hiram Withers on Feb 5, 2019

There are those in the church who believe themselves to be saved, because of what they have done. Then there are those who believe themselves to be saved because of what God has done.

Warren Wiersbe once wrote, “We live by God’s promises.” This is an undeniable truth, that is present in all of our lives. As humans we are unique among all creation. In the beginning God gave mankind dominion over the earth and blessed mankind. He continues that blessing to this day as the earth ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:22-23

Calling All Shepherds

Contributed by Tom Balog on Oct 2, 2002

To challenge the heareres to identify themselves not always as the lost sheep but to see themselves as "lead sheep" or shepherds by caring and loving God’s "sheep", using Jesus Christ as their example.

Before we go to the Word, let us open with a word of prayer: Gracious God, you are the Good Shepherd. As we come now to your Word, help us, your sheep, to hear your voice so that we may receive the message you have for us. Lord, I ask that you use me as your vessel, so that those who hear will ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 23:1-6

Denomination: Methodist

A Woman With Adultery Addiction Lesson 7 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Dec 4, 2023

Those who compromise with sin put themselves in a compromising situation.

A. INTRODUCTION: THE WOMAN 1. “Early the next morning” (John 8:2): a. Day after Sabbath. b. Before sun rise. c. Jesus is the light (v. 12). 2. Pharisees (v. 3). a. If obedient – stone her. b. Setting a trap. If said, stone her – not a friend of sinners If said, release her – violated ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

These Are Not Idiots Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 2, 2020

Peter and John are emboldened by the Spirit to defend themselves before the Sanhedrin.

These Are not Idiots Acts 4:5-22 Peter and John had been under great pressure before when Jesus was arrested by both the Temple guard and Roman soldiers. Peter made a temporary and futile attempt at bravado before he caved miserably. The two of them followed at a distance and came into the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:5-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Sermon On Respecting Our Environment

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 1, 2020

Some selfish people in life tend to only think of themselves

Steve Irwin, the former Australian zookeeper, television personality, wildlife expert, environmentalist and conservationist once stated: “The single biggest threat to our planet is the destruction of habitat and along the way, loss of precious wildlife. We need to reach a balance where people, ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 34:2-4, Isaiah 24:4-6, John 1:3

Titus And Good Works

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Christians must devote themselves to doing what is good.

Thesis: Christians must devote themselves to doing what is good. I. INTRODUCTION TO TITUS. A. What do we know about Titus? < Not much! > 1. Name appears 13 times in NT, never in Acts. 2. Converted by Paul and worked closely with him (1:4 ... Biological? Adopted? Spiritual!) a. Involved in ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-15

Babel's Confusion

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 5, 2001

Egotistical people confuse themselves because of their self-destructive desires

Unit 5 – Changes Lesson 12 – The Tower of Babel – Genesis 11:1-11 For the Teacher’s Preparation 1. Aim: To lead the people to understand that people may make selfish plans, but the Sovereign God maintains control over everything. 2. Explanation of the Aim: In our lesson the people displayed ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 11:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What To Pray For Your Leaders

Contributed by Vance Elzinga on Sep 11, 2002

A call for church members to commit themselves to pray for the joy of their leaders.

Pray for the Joy of Your Leaders 20000910a - Based on Galatians 6.9 SCORRE • Every one of us can uplift our teachers and leaders by praying for the joys of teaching to be theirs… (what joys?…) Opening Weariness is the problem. (text) We become weary in well-doing… • fruit takes a while • lack ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed