Sermons about Lenten Disciplines

Consistent Discipline Series

Contributed by David Beirne on May 1, 2004

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Use the principles to improve the consistency of your discipline in your home.

Family Security: Consistently Discipline Hebrews 12:5-11 We come to our third message in this series. The springboard for this series was an acrostic I came across in some material by John Maxwell. If we want to build secure families, these six characteristics are essential. Six Characteristics of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:5-11, Malachi 2:15

Denomination: Baptist

The Need For Discipline

Contributed by Ed Wood on Jun 17, 2004

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Too many Christians live undisiplined lives. This sermon will give direction in how to live a disciplined Christian life.

THE NEED FOR DISCIPLINE 1 Corinthians 9:27 I. DISCIPLINE YOUR WILL (Ephesians 6:6). A. Discipline means “training that develops self-control . . . accep-tance of or submission to authority and control”—Webster. B. In his most excruciating hour, Jesus submitted his will to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:27

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Discipline

Contributed by Randy Sceroler on Jan 10, 2007

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Discipline is not a horrible concept, It is a Holy Concept from a Holy God

DIVINE DISCIPLINE HEBREWS 12:4-11 1. THE PURPOSE OF DIVINE DISCIPLINE A. The Punishment of Sin B. The Prevention of Sin C. The Promotion of Self *** Divine Discipline Helps You and I Understand the Plan Of God and to Better Know His: 1. His Sufficiency 2. His ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:4-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Discipline Of Delay

Contributed by Mark Wood on Jan 13, 2007

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Dr. Wood used this sermon to inform the congregation that often God uses delay in order to discipline us or steer us in the direction that He intends for the good of His kingdom.

John 11:1–46 INTRODUCTION: Too often, we worry when we should wait, and we resist when we should resign. Often God’s delays are explained in that God wishes to teach us our need of patience (see Hebrews 10:36). In our text, Lazarus was on his deathbed and yet Jesus delayed (see vv. 1–6). ...read more

Scripture: John 11:1-45

Denomination: Baptist

Respecting Discipline Series

Contributed by David Flowers on May 18, 2006

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In part five of a six-week series on the book of Colossians Dave considers chapter 2, verses 18-23. We are challenged to allow rules and disciplines in the spiritual life to guide us but not to forget that they are meant to point to Christ, not to serve

Respecting Discipline Colossians 2:18-23 May 21, 2006 David Flowers Wildwind Community Church My girls are taking final exams in school right now as the school year comes to a close. I got to thinking about tests this week. Most of the time on a test, for each item, there is one correct ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:18-23

Denomination: Free Methodist

Biblical Discipline Series

Contributed by Phillip Day on Aug 21, 2006

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Paul gives addresses unscriptural teaching and living, and gives the guideline for sound discipline in a Christian’s life.

Biblical Discipline 1 Timothy 4:1-16 I. The Undisciplined Atmosphere of the Last Days (v. 1-5) a. Satan’s deceptive power (v. 1; 1 John 4:6; James 3:15) b. False teachers with no spiritual guidance (v. 2; Ephesians 4:19) c. Unscriptural teaching (v. 3-5) i. Unnecessary sacrifices (v. 3; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Disciplines Of Disciples

Contributed by Craig Smee on Aug 23, 2006

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Running the race is a difficult thing, but through certain Christ oriented practices we can have the endurance to complete the race.

87% of Americans own running shoes but don’t run. One cannot be a disciple without learning discipline! ". . . discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness." ~ 1 Timothy 4:7b (NASB) If I am going to develop Christ-like character in my life, there are certain disciplines, or habits I need to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Christian Church

Holiness And Discipline Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Mar 26, 2006

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One of the most forgotten teachings of our Lord is that of church discipline. In this message we discuss the purpose for it, the process by which it is done and when discipline is to be practiced.

Holiness and Discipline Text: Matthew 18:15-20 Introduction: It is difficult to read a paper or watch the news today without hearing something about an upcoming, and according to some, inevitable pandemic of the avian influenza virus. You might know it as the "Bird" flu. This influenza A virus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-20

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Disciples With Discipline Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006

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Self-denial and spiritual discipline are not popular topics in today’s culture. But a Christianity without a cross is not Christianity at all. This sermon launches a fifty day focus on spiritual disciplines.

Disciples with Discipline (Fifty Days of Consecration #1) 1 Corinthians 9:24-27[1] 3-20-05 Introduction This morning we want to prepare for the Fifty Days of Consecration that begins next Sunday. The fifty days begins on Easter (March 27th) and will conclude on the Day of Pentecost (May 15th). ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Charismatic

The Blessing Of Discipline Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Oct 4, 2006

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This message addresses the blessing that comes to those who as disciples of Christ embrace personal discipline.

Introduction: Bill Cowher took over as the head football coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1992. He quickly showed himself to be a man with a future. In fact, he currently enjoys the longest tenure in the NFL as a head coach with the same team -- which now stands at 14 seasons. Under his guidance ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Discipline Of Meditation Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Oct 4, 2006

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This message looks at the blessing of meditating on the Word of God.

Introduction: In 1923 at the Edgewater Beach Hotel in Chicago, Illinois, several of the most powerful and wealthy men in the world gathered together for a meeting. These men, if they combined their resources and assets, controlled more money than the U.S. Treasury. In the group were the following: ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Discipline Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Oct 4, 2006

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This message considers what happens in a believer’s life when he follows Christ’s instruction on prayer.

Introduction: This morning I want to address the discipline of prayer. I doubt very much if I have to convince many of you of God’s eagerness to grant our requests when they are in keeping with His will (See 1 John 5:14-15). On the other hand, it probably won’t hurt as we all know that there are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Discipline Of Fasting Series

Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Oct 4, 2006

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This message looks at what the Scriptures teach us about fasting.

Introduction: A funny thing happened this week as I was searching through the myriad of resources available to pastors to illustrate key biblical truths and principles such as the priority of fasting, the topic for today’s message. I could hardly find any! I did manage to locate several extended ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

No Discipline = No Love

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jul 26, 2003

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When the church fails to practice biblical discipline it loses its influence for the cause of Christ and ruins its members. A difficult work requiring committed leadership and obedient membership, see how Paul commands it and instructs it for the Thessal

No Discipline = No Love 2 Thessalonians 3 On the flight home from Honduras there was a sitcom about discipline. The title of the sitcom was “Yes Dear.” It involved two couples with young children. The son of one couple lied to the mother and they were discussing how to discipline him. They ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18, 2 Corinthians 10:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Church Discipline

Contributed by Brian Menear on Mar 29, 2007

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Sometimes a Church must discipline it’s members. The Bible gives us clear direction on handling this process.

Church Discipline At one time or another, a church may need to exercise discipline against a member who has sinned. Church discipline must always be handled carefully and lovingly, just as God discipline us. The Bible is clear on how this is to be handled. Situation Unintentional or private sin ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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