In this sermon, the speaker uses a fable about two bears in the woods to illustrate the importance of self-control and unity among believers. The bears try to imitate the behavior of other animals, but they fail repeatedly. Eventually, one bear suggests placing a stone in the center of their den and claiming it as their own. This simple act of self-control and unity helps them overcome their destructive behavior. The speaker emphasizes the need for believers to be careful in their words, actions, and attitudes, as losing their temper can undermine their testimony. The sermon also highlights the value of self-control and its role in building a strong foundation for a godly life.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of key virtues in the Christian life, focusing on patience, privacy, wisdom, gentleness, kindness, and self-control. It highlights the need for believers to exhibit these qualities in their interactions with others, showing love, grace, and wisdom in their words and actions. The message also calls for self-reflection and surrender to Jesus Christ, inviting listeners to open their hearts to Him and allow Him to transform their lives.

In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of listening and being slow to speak and anger. He highlights the need to trust in God during times of shaking and suffering. The sermon also discusses the significance of faith and how it is strengthened through hearing the word of God. The speaker references the story of David and Goliath to illustrate the idea that although there may be defeats and setbacks in life, the ultimate victory has already been decided in our favor.

In this sermon, the speaker discusses the topic of being both good and mad. He shares a personal story about a man he knew who had a terrible temper and was always angry. Despite this, the man had a supportive wife and eventually experienced a transformation by God. The speaker also mentions a counseling session with a man who came seeking help for his daughter's psychological issues, but the speaker emphasizes the importance of addressing the man's own anger first. The sermon highlights the need for individuals to confront their own anger and seek God's transformation in their lives.

This sermon by Israel Wayne focuses on the topic of anger, exploring the biblical perspective on anger, its roots, and the importance of self-control. Wayne delves into the dangers of anger, the need for introspection, and the significance of abiding in Christ to overcome the fleshly manifestations of anger. He emphasizes the role of spending time with Jesus daily, allowing the Holy Spirit to transform hearts and minds, leading to a life characterized by the fruit of the Spirit.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of having a deep love for God's family and the need to prioritize loving and caring for His people above all else. It highlights the significance of giving our best to God, not focusing on quantity but on the quality of our love and devotion. The message stresses the need to exercise and strengthen our willpower to rule over our emotions and align our hearts with God's heart for His people.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the importance of allowing God to work in each individual's heart, recognizing that people may respond differently to His presence—some rejoicing while others weep. He encourages believers to avoid judging others based on outward appearances and to promote love by covering offenses rather than repeating them. The sermon highlights the necessity of humility and vulnerability in relationships, urging listeners to embrace correction and seek transformation through Christ. Beach also draws from Proverbs to illustrate the power of words and the importance of self-control, ultimately leading to the message that true life and fruitfulness come from dying to self and allowing Christ to live through us.

Phil Beach Jr. emphasizes the critical need for families to return to Jesus amidst the crises affecting both the church and the family unit. He highlights that the root of these crises often lies in unthankfulness and discontentment, which can lead to sin and destruction. Beach calls for a revival that begins at home, urging families to confront heart issues and allow the Holy Spirit to transform their lives. He stresses the importance of accountability to God and the need for parents to model humility and repentance to their children. Ultimately, he encourages believers to seek a deeper relationship with Christ to overcome the challenges of modern life.

Mike Bickle emphasizes the significance of spiritual authority in the Christian community, urging believers to understand, express, and respond to it appropriately. He highlights that every individual possesses a measure of spiritual authority, which should be exercised with humility and respect, both in the church and in everyday life. Bickle stresses the importance of honoring authority to foster unity and effectiveness within the body of Christ, warning against the dishonoring of authority that can hinder the work of the Holy Spirit. He encourages leaders to serve their teams selflessly and to communicate openly, while also calling for a culture of submission and respect among all members of the community. Ultimately, Bickle believes that a proper understanding of spiritual authority is crucial for experiencing a greater move of God.

Watchman Nee emphasizes the necessity of understanding and walking by the Spirit to engage in spiritual warfare against the powers of darkness. He explains that the human spirit is the organ through which the Holy Spirit operates, and that many Christians fail to recognize the distinction between the spirit and the soul, leading to a soulish walk rather than a spiritual one. Nee urges believers to cultivate a strong spirit, which is essential for victory over sin and Satan, and to maintain a clear and unclouded spirit to discern God's will. He highlights the importance of ruling the spirit and being in constant cooperation with the Holy Spirit to experience true spiritual authority and power. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a deeper understanding of the spirit life and the active choice to walk in the Spirit daily.

Frank W. Boreham emphasizes the significance of meekness, drawing parallels between biblical figures like Moses and Jesus who displayed controlled tempers in moments of righteous anger. He illustrates the importance of having emotions and strengths under complete subjection, likening meekness to a disciplined colt harnessed for service, highlighting that true value is developed through discipline. Boreham portrays meek individuals as not timid, but strong and sensitive, with their powerful forces under magnificent control, akin to lions with eyes of fire.

Thomas Reade preaches on the importance of meekness, highlighting the value of a meek and quiet spirit in the sight of God, contrasting it with the sinful nature of easily losing this precious ornament when faced with opposition. He emphasizes that true happiness comes from overcoming cross tempers and embracing the virtues of meekness, humility, love, and purity that form the Christian character, reflecting the image of the Savior. Reade warns against the dangers of pride, uncharitableness, and contentious behavior, urging believers to walk circumspectly, guard against temptation, and seek a meek and quiet spirit as a beautiful ornament of the soul.

St. John Climacus preaches about the destructive nature of anger and the importance of cultivating meekness and patience to overcome this passion. He emphasizes the need for self-examination, humility, and the practice of silence to achieve freedom from anger. St. John Climacus also highlights the dangers of harboring resentment, the healing power of forgiveness, and the transformative effects of living in community and enduring hardships with grace and love.

Milton Haney preaches about the dangers of impatience, emphasizing that even holy individuals can fall into sin due to impatience, which can lead to a loss of sanctification. He highlights how impatience can harden the conscience, lower the standard of manhood, and breed revenge, affecting not only the individual but also those around them. Haney stresses the importance of addressing impatience, as it can perpetuate itself and lead to further sin, ultimately hindering spiritual growth and causing harm to relationships and one's walk with God.

James Blaine Chapman preaches about the innate sense of insufficiency and incompleteness in man, highlighting the acquiring tendency to reach out to external things and the temptation to be consumed by material possessions, earthly glory, and fleshly pleasures. He emphasizes that man's instincts and cravings are not evil in themselves, but can lead to monstrosities when influenced by depravity and misdirection. Chapman stresses the importance of seeking 'true riches' that are measured by spiritual accomplishments, conquering and ruling over one's own heart and life, and finding true satisfaction in the peace that comes from serving God.

J.R. Miller addresses the pervasive issue of bad temper, revealing that over half of people exhibit some degree of it, often without recognizing their own faults. He emphasizes the importance of kindness, compassion, and forgiveness, as modeled by Christ, and encourages individuals to actively work on controlling their tempers rather than allowing them to dominate their lives. Miller illustrates that bad temper not only harms oneself but also negatively impacts relationships with others, urging a transformation towards a more loving and patient disposition. He concludes that achieving a good temper requires deliberate effort and self-discipline, as well as a commitment to reflect Christ's character in our interactions.

Steven Cole emphasizes the importance of self-control in church leadership, highlighting the need for leaders to exercise restraint over their impulses, emotions, and desires. He warns against the damage caused by unqualified leaders in the church and stresses the necessity of spiritually mature individuals in leadership roles. The self-controlled individual is one who masters their emotions and desires, allowing Christ to be in control. This virtue is essential for overseers to lead effectively and glorify God.

Jane Lead preaches about the importance of focusing on our heavenly calling and being good stewards of the gifts and resources entrusted to us by God. She emphasizes the need to resist the temptations and distractions of the world and to exercise our spiritual authority to overcome the schemes of the enemy in our inner lives. Jane Lead also shares a vision of a man representing earthly desires bowing before those who have mastery over them, indicating the power we have to subdue and control our fleshly desires through the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

Mary Wilder Tileston emphasizes the importance of self-control and avoiding grumbling and unnecessary vexation at petty inconveniences. She highlights the value of maintaining a calm external demeanor, especially for those who are naturally quick and impetuous, as a means to cultivate an inward even spirit. Tileston warns against a life filled with complaints, likening it to a lingering death.

Thomas a Kempis emphasizes the importance of striving for inward freedom and mastery over oneself, directing all actions to be in alignment with God's will. He encourages seeking divine guidance in all matters, similar to how Moses sought advice from the Lord in the tabernacle. By turning to the secret chamber of the heart in earnest prayer, one can receive divine aid and avoid being deceived by false appearances and empty words.

Thomas a Kempis emphasizes the importance of seeking truth as it truly is, beyond signs and fading words, cautioning against being deceived by opinions and senses. He highlights the folly of engaging in irrelevant and harmful discussions while neglecting profitable and necessary matters. Kempis encourages simplicity of heart, recollection, and self-mastery as paths to understanding sublime things and advancing in virtue, stressing the significance of living well over mere learning. He reminds listeners that on Judgment Day, actions and virtues will be weighed more than knowledge and eloquence, urging a focus on serving God and renouncing self for true greatness.

Dougan Clark preaches on the importance of meekness and quietness as outward manifestations of inward holiness. He emphasizes that maintaining meekness and calmness in the midst of trials and afflictions is a reflection of spiritual maturity and trust in God's sovereignty. The sanctified believer is encouraged to exhibit patience and submission even in the face of political struggles, calamities, misunderstandings, and personal afflictions, knowing that God is in control. Meekness and quietness are distinguished from fanaticism, highlighting the importance of humility, trust, and willingness to follow God's guidance.

Thomas Brooks emphasizes the importance of remaining silent and patient during afflictions, as this frustrates Satan's attempts to lead believers into despair and blasphemy. He illustrates this through the story of Job, whose steadfastness in suffering thwarted Satan's designs to accuse him before God. Brooks warns that Satan, the relentless accuser, seeks to tempt believers into sin and then use those sins against them, but silence in the face of trials serves as a powerful weapon against the enemy. By maintaining composure and trust in God, Christians can effectively counteract Satan's schemes and demonstrate their faith. Ultimately, Brooks encourages believers to recognize that true victory lies in their ability to remain silent and steadfast under God's hand.

Alexander Whyte preaches about the life of grace that has been passed down through generations in the Gordon family, focusing on the great spirit and inward exercise of Alexander Gordon of Earlston. Gordon's deep faith was evident in his refusal to conform to the Romish Calendar and his resistance to the Bishop of Glasgow, leading to his banishment. Livingstone describes Gordon as a man of great spirit, deeply humbled by inward exercise, experiencing rare downcastings and upliftings in his spiritual journey.

Peter Hammond preaches on the Book of Judges, highlighting the themes of the faithfulness of the Covenant-keeping God and the unfaithfulness of the Covenant-breaking people. The book showcases man's potential for greatness and capacity for catastrophe, contrasting conquest with defeat, faith with unbelief, and obedience with disobedience. Through the stories of various Judges like Deborah, Gideon, and Samson, we see God's grace, deliverance, and the consequences of sin, emphasizing the importance of obedience, faith, and repentance in the face of challenges and temptations.