Sermons on Proverbs 4:20-22:20: showing 1-15 of 2,390

Lowered To Be Lifted Series

Contributed by James Westervelt on Feb 5, 2002

"It is possible to be too big for God to use you but never too small for God to use you!"

LOWERED TO BE LIFTED UP When Joy and I lived in Manville, NJ, we had a beautiful magnolia tree in our side yard. However, the roots were so persistent, that they grew right through the sewer pipes and caused a clog that only roto-rooter could fix. So we cut down our lovely tree, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:18, James 4:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Cautions About Sin

Contributed by Joe Farnella on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: * Though the chapter we are going to look at deals with adultery this is not about that at all.

Intro: * Though the chapter we are going to look at deals with adultery this is not about that at all. * What I want to do is take a much wider perspective and look at sin in general. * Why and how we should avoid it, what will happen if we don’t fight against it. * There is a story about a man at ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 5:1

A Valentine's Day Sermon

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Love is both a commitment and a feeling.

Thesis: Love is both a commitment and a feeling. Intro.: 1. Illust. According to legend, there was a third century Christian who lived in Rome named Valentine. He was imprisoned during one of the periodic persecutions against Christians and was sentenced to death. While in prison, Valentine was ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 5:15-21

Wisdom From An Ant

Contributed by Steven Cook on Oct 18, 2000

I. Introduction "Advice" - Famous man once said, "Old people love to give good advice because it saves them the trouble of being a good example.

I. Introduction "Advice" - Famous man once said, "Old people love to give good advice because it saves them the trouble of being a good example. "Only 10 minutes to speak" - French surgeon was once quoted as having said, "If I was given only 10 minutes in which to complete an operation, I’d first ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Sin Of Gossip

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: A Christian does not talk about the private affairs of others.

Thesis: A Christian does not talk about the private affairs of others. Intro.: 1. Two weeks ago I preached a sermon entitled, "Taming the Tongue." a. I received a lot of feedback on it, even though it was general. b. Like to follow up that lesson with a much more practical one on gossip. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:13

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Overcome Lackadaisical Attitudes

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit helps us overcome any lackadaisical attitudes by giving us a wholehearted motivation to demonstrate our love for God. Jesus said, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all yo

1. The Holy Spirit helps us overcome any lackadaisical attitudes by giving us a wholehearted motivation to demonstrate our love for God. Jesus said, "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind, and love your neighbor as ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Proverbial Advice To Fathers

Contributed by Roddy Chestnut on Oct 18, 2000

Thesis: Children become fools unless there is a change of course.

Thesis: Children become fools unless there is a change of course. Intro.: 1. Today is Father's Day! In recognition of that fact I'd like to read a piece from one of the most revered philosophers of our time, Bill Cosby. It is from his book entitled, Fatherhood. 2. Illust. It is no profound ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:24

The Ways Of Man Seem Innocent

Contributed by Richard Ridgeway on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: We think we have it under control.

Intro: We think we have it under control. We think that what we do has no meaning. But the ways of man seem innocent to him but the lord Judges motives Proverbs 16:2 I. Innocent Changes A. We Like new stuff. Cars songs houses clothes ect. B. Rev. 2 1-7 Ephisis left their first love and jesus ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:2

How To Not Over React To People Or Problems

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

James wrote, "Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life that God desires." (James 1:19) Only when our mind, will and emotions are under the control of the Spirit of

How Not to Over-React We all have a tendency to over react when provoked. One day a Midwestern Lawyer became so discouraged with his productivity that he despaired of everything in life. He wrote in his diary, "I do not know if my life is worth anything to anyone. I often wonder if my life will ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 21:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Time To Refocus

Contributed by Joe Farnella on Oct 18, 2000

Intro: When I was a kid I used to like to watch Mister Magoo.

Intro: When I was a kid I used to like to watch Mister Magoo. I remember about eight years ago when we were preaching a Chief Capua. This guy was preaching up a storm and seen this one guy across the street standing by the bar. After we looked harder we found out it was just a tree. 2 Thess ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:5, Colossians 3:2, Proverbs 4:25

Diligence In Our Christian Living

Contributed by Tom Walker on Oct 18, 2000

Proverbs 13:4 says, "The soul of the sluggard desireth and hath nothing, but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat.

Proverbs 13:4 says, "The soul of the sluggard desireth and hath nothing, but the soul of the diligent shall be made fat. The "sluggard" is one who is habitually inactive or lazy. Poverty is the portion of the person who can work but is not willing to do so. There are those in our society who think ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 13:4

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Maintain A Healthy Fear Of God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The Holy Spirit helps us maintain a reverential trust in God with a hatred for evil by teaching us more about God’s holy attributes

Illustration:We fear men so much because we fear God so little. William Gurnall. 1. The Holy Spirit helps us maintain a reverential trust in God with a hatred for evil by teaching us more about God’s holy attributes. John wrote, "Who will not fear You, O Lord and glorify your name? For You alone ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Good Intentions Are Not Enough

Contributed by Jeff Kolk on Oct 26, 2000

Good intentions need Godly action to benefit the kingdom of God

"Good Intentions Are Not Enough" Proverbs 16:1-3 INTRODUCTION: + In the 18th Century James Boswell is said, "Hell is paved with good intentions." Actions must be taken and followed through in order for the intention to become a reality. Boswell’s quote is a summary of human nature not to follow ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

How Can I Raise A "Normal" Child In A World That Is Out Of Control?

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000

Biblical parenting principals will help to raise a healthy child.

How can I raise a "normal" child in a world that is out of control? Proverbs 22:6 School shootings, sexual experimentation, drugs, gangs, cable television, poor academic standards . . . times have changed. What's a parent to do? How can we raise a "normal" child in a world that is spinning out of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Series

Contributed by Lacell Sherman on Nov 24, 2000

Part of a three part series telling the role of the heart in conjunction with your spiritual growth.

My focus this evening will be the Heart. It was once stated by an anonymous author that: "Thy speech betrayeth thee." Speech is the index of the soul. Utterance is the open door through which the character is known. Words are the fruit of the lips, and by their fruits we know them. Scripture: ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 15:18-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible