Sermons on Moderation: showing 1-6 of 6

Inward Christian Qualities Series

Contributed by James Tilley on Dec 10, 2009

This is an exposition of Philippians 4.4-9.

Inward Christian Qualities Text: Phil 4.4-9 Introduction: 1. The Christian life is not conformity to an outward standard, like the Pharisees, but rather inward qualities that are developed and lived from the inside out. 2. Our series on Philippians has uncovered a great many of these ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9

Tags: Joy, Prayer, Character, Think, Moderation, Christian Values  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

How Are You Running Part 2. Series

Contributed by Myron Leach on Sep 20, 2017

This is the second part of a 3 part series "A Winning Mindset."

How Are You Running Part 2. 1 Cor. 9:26-27 (AMP) 26 Therefore I do not run without a definite goal; I do not flail around like one beating the air [just shadow boxing]. 27 But [like a boxer] I strictly discipline my body and make it my slave, so that, after I have preached [the gospel] to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:26, Romans 3:23, Hebrews 12:1, Psalms 94:18

Tags: Holy Spirit, Holiness, Patience, Moderation, Holy Spirit General, Focused Faith  (view more)  (view less)

Moderation In Action Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jun 8, 2017

Moderation should be our starting point when making our decisions, including the minor decisions of daily life.

Moderation in Action (Proverbs 25:15-17) 1. Moderation is not merely a Jewish or Christian value. In ancient Greece, the temple of Apollo at Delphi bore the inscription Meden Agan … 'Nothing in excess'. Doing something "in moderation" means not doing it excessively. (Wikipedia) 2. A better ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:15-17

Tags: Balance, Moderation

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gluttony And Temperance Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Dec 13, 2012

We can live in moderation or overindulge...which isn't about the stomache, but a matter of the heart.

Here are two headlines found on the front cover of a Family Circle magazine: “Ten Ways to Curb Your Cravings,” followed by “Irresistible Chocolate Desserts”…definitely mixed messages! A foreign visitor described America as a land where people are as big as houses, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

Tags: Food, Gluttony, Self-Control, Temperance, Moderation, Sin Bondage To  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Congregational

Sense & Nonsense About Alcohol

Contributed by I. G. Spong on Aug 19, 2015

May a Christian drink alcohol?

Sense & Nonsense about Alcohol Intro May a Christian drink? What about what Paul said about not eating or drinking if it caused offense? What about alcoholics? What about Jesus turning water into wine? What about respecting each other when there are differences of opinion? The Gospel is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:21

Tags: Wine, Alcohol, Temperance, Moderation

Denomination: United Methodist

Dinner Is Served

Contributed by John Mccormack on Jun 6, 2014

THIS STUDY ADDRESSES MODERATION.

DINNER IS SERVED OBSERVATION: SINCE EDEN, MAN HAS WANTED THE LAST OUNCE OUT OF LIFE, AS THOUGH BEYOND GOD’S “ENOUGH” LAY ECSTASY, NOT NAUSEA (KIDNER). THIS STUDY ADDRESSES MODERATION. INTERPRETATION: PROVERBS 25:16 (NKJV) HAVE YOU FOUND HONEY? EAT ONLY AS MUCH AS YOU ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 25:16

Tags: Wisdom, Self-Control, Moderation

Denomination: Baptist