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Displaying Virtuous Character

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

Self-control has both an inward and outward dimension, the latter concerned with human relationships, manners, and reflecting God's orderly mindset.

Displaying Gentle and Patient Conduct

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

God's people must follow the spirit of the law regarding the treatment of others, being humble, sincere, and gentle, esteeming others before themselves.

Displaying a Good Conscience: Politeness

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

This message proclaims that true politeness is not mere social formality but a sacred expression of Christian virtue. Genuine courtesy flows from a Christlike virtue, rooted in love, humility, patience, and integrity, standing as a living testimony of faith. Drawing on Scripture, from I Peter, Ephesians, Colossians, Proverbs, and James, the speaker teaching that civility and respect are spiritual duties which reflects on God's wisdom and peace. As society sadly drifts toward rudeness and self- interest , God's chosen saints are summoned to restore kindness and honor through righteous daily contact. The family is the training ground for moral refinement, where parents model respect, children learn empathy and ordinary manners such as gratitude, attentiveness, and patience become acts of Christian love. Men and women alike are urged to embody godliness in their relationships" the gentleman through integrity, self-control, and justice; the virtuous woman through gentleness , dignity, and strength. Patience undergirds everything, transforming trials into spiritual maturity. Ultimately, this message declares that good manners constitute visible, grace in action, revealing the peace of Christ within, shining as a quiet yet powerful witness to the world.

Manifesting Kindness

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

We desperately need to internalize the godly traits of kindness, mercy, compassion, and tenderness, displacing the carnal traits of bitterness and wrath.

Root Out Your Bitterness

Sermonette by Hunter D. Swanson

Bitterness is like a poison that springs from unresolved hurt, helplessness, or disappointment, leading to caustic sharpness in speech or behavior.

The Secret Sin Everyone Commits

Sermon by Martin G. Collins

Self-righteous people tend to trust in their own heart, be wise in their own eyes, justify themselves, despise or disregard others, and judge or condemn others.

Fast or Famine

Sermon by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

God has used famine as one of the tools to get the Israelites' attention when they violated the terms of the Covenant with Him, forsaking His holy law.

Old Testament: Fruit of the Spirit (Part Two)

Sermonette by Ronny H. Graham

Abigail bravely prevents David from engaging in a foolish act of revenge against a fool which would have lowered David to Nabal's stature.