Sermons on honest: showing 61-75 of 19,646

A Lazy Christian Is An Oxymoron Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2014

Your work matters to God. There is great value in honest, hard work. Laziness is a landmine that can destroy a person and anyone around that person.

INTRODUCTION An oxymoron is the combination of contradictory words linked together. The plural of oxymoron is oxymora, so here are a few of my favorite oxymora: (1) jumbo shrimp; (2) pretty ugly; (3) working vacation (4) tight slacks; (5) Microsoft works; (6) humble Texan; and the one we’re ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Think On These Things

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Feb 17, 2013

This message shows the value of a good report in our Christian walk

Think on These Things Philippians 4:4/12 “Finally, brethren whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, and whatsoever things are of good report, if there be any virtue, think on these ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-12

Denomination: *other

Turning Tragedy Into Triumph?

Contributed by Frank Piszczor on Sep 20, 2001

Looking at September 11 as an honest and devoted follower of Christ.

Sermon "Turning Tragedy Into Triumph?" December 7, 1941 and September 11, 2001 are two days that will forever live in infamy in American history. This Tuesday, 19 men changed the world in which we live. From this tragedy, as people who are seeking to be honest and devoted followers of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Getting Real With God

Contributed by Jeff Armbrester on Mar 21, 2002

We have to be honest with God, especially about sin.

Getting Real with God 1 John 1:8-2:6 Jeff Armbrester 8If we say we have no sin, we are only fooling ourselves and refusing to accept the truth. 9But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us and to cleanse us from every wrong. 10If we claim we have not sinned, we are ...read more

Denomination: Methodist

A Bout With Doubt Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 9, 2007

The road to committed faith often starts with honest doubts.

“On the first day of the week, very early in the morning, the women took the spices they had prepared and went to the tomb. They found the stone rolled away from the tomb, but when they entered, they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. While they were wondering about this, suddenly two men ...read more

Scripture: John 20:24-29

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Sin? Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Nov 9, 2008

We should make an honest and realistic evaluation of ourselves.

WHAT IS SIN? Isaiah 53.6 S: Sin C: Postmodern Th: Confusion Pr: WE SHOULD MAKE HONEST AND REALISTIC EVALUATION OF OURSELVES. CV: We will clearly communicate the transforming truth of the Bible. Type: Inductive PA: How is the change to be observed? • Be honest with self. • Evaluate your ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 53:6

Denomination: Baptist

Peacemaking, I Series

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Sep 22, 2012

Let’s take an honest look at conflict in the church.

Introduction It is time for peacemaking, time for us to consider how to have peace in our lives and how to be instruments of peace for others. I daresay that if I set aside sixty seconds for us to list the names of people with whom we do not feel at peace with, everyone in this sanctuary could ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Wisdom From Above For Living Here Below" Series

Contributed by Chris Santasiere on Jan 14, 2002

This sermon comes from Proverbs 2:1-9 and focuses on the hope we can find from heavenly wisdom.

“Wisdom From Above For Living Here Below” Proverbs 2:1-9 January 13, 2002 Introduction With as crazy as our world is around us, we need every advantage that we can possibly get to help us in life. When times are tough as they are now…our country at war, many people laid off from their jobs, an ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Kingdom Of God Our Primary Concern

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 5, 2013

To prove that "Worship GOD first and you don't have to worry about your needs and wants."

I. EXORDIUM: Do you make GOD your first priority everyday? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To prove that "Worship GOD first and you don't have to worry about your needs and wants." IV. TEXT: Matthew 6:33 (Amplified Bible) But seek (aim at and strive after) first of all His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:33

Denomination: Pentecostal

Raging Wildfires Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Mar 15, 2006

We need to be honest with God, encouraging to others and disciplined for ourselves.

James: Religion that Works “Raging Wildfires” James 3:1-12 March 19, 2006 Introduction: Wildfires in Texas have burned 700,000 acres. The fire has burned over 1,000 square miles. Although the exact cause of the fire is still unknown, it started somewhere with a small spark. The vast majority of ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Big Secret Series

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Sep 27, 2007

Honest sincere expression of appreciation is the key to getting along with others.

The Big Secret (of getting along with People) Praise Give Honest Sincere Appreciation 2 Cor. 13:11 Ephesians 4:29 I What do People want or need? I disagree with much of what these men teach, but on this point I think they are correct. Sigmund Freud said everything you and I do springs from ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29

Denomination: Wesleyan

Asking The Tough Questions

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Aug 5, 2003

A message inviting people to go ahead and be honest in their questions to God.

Asking the Tough Questions Psalm 13 August 3, 2003 Introduction I’m going to go out on a limb this morning and assume that all of us have had questions for God that we have been afraid to really ask God. We’re afraid that if we really voice our questions and even complaints, God will strike us ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 13:1-6, Romans 8:26-28

Denomination: Wesleyan

Transparent Pain And Suffering Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Feb 27, 2008

We can be honest in expressing our feelings in pain and suffering.

Title: Transparent Pain and Suffering Text: Hebrews 5:7-10 Thesis: We can be honest in expressing our feelings in pain and suffering. The Series: This is the fifth message in a Lenten Series: Knowing Christ through Pain and Suffering. The Apostle Paul wrote, I want to know Christ and the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 5:7-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Psalm 139 - Thanksgiving For God's Presence Lesson 9 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jan 11, 2024

What else can you be before God than honest!

A. MY OMNISCIENCE, OMNIPRESENCE AND OMNIPOTENCE – PSALM 139 “O Lord, thou hast searched me, and known me. Thou knowest my downsitting and mine uprising, thou understandest my thought afar off. Thou compassest my path and my lying down, and art acquainted with all my ways. For there is not a word ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Uncommon Passion, Uncommon Agony

Contributed by Ritchie Ables on Mar 4, 2001

An honest attempt to understand the uncommon agony of Calvary’s cruel cross.

UNCOMMON PASSION, UNCOMMON AGONY by Pastor Ritchie L. Ables Philippians 3:10 That I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the FELLOWSHIP OF HIS SUFFERINGS, being made conformable unto his death; When Paul uttered these words to the Philippian church, I have to wonder - did he ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:21

Denomination: Church Of God