Righteousness
In the Bible, righteousness is a multifaceted concept that encompasses moral integrity, ethical behavior, and a right relationship with God. The Hebrew word for righteousness, "tzedakah," often implies not just personal morality but also social justice and the fulfillment of obligations toward others (Job 29:14; Proverbs 21:3). In the New Testament, the Greek word "dikaiosynē" emphasizes being in right standing before God, which is central to the teachings of Jesus and the apostles (Matthew 5:6; Romans 3:22). Righteousness is often linked with faith; for instance, Romans 1:17 states, "The righteous will live by faith," indicating that a person's right standing with God is not earned through works but is a gift received through faith in Christ.Moreover, righteousness is a key attribute of God's character, as seen in Psalm 11:7, which affirms that "the Lord is righteous; he loves justice." This divine righteousness sets a standard for human behavior and emphasizes the importance of aligning one’s life with God’s will. Ultimately, the biblical notion of righteousness calls for both personal holiness and social responsibility, urging believers to act justly and love mercy as they walk humbly with God (Micah 6:8).
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Holiness & Righteousness - Prayer Meeting (Cd Quality)
By Leonard Ravenhill9.0K1:07:20RighteousnessPSA 119:165MAT 6:33LUK 1:70ACT 1:8PHP 4:8TIT 2:9HEB 13:5In this sermon, the preacher starts by sharing a personal anecdote about doodling an eagle and giving it away to someone who admired it. He then discusses the importance of being examples of God's workmanship and adorning the Gospel in our lives. The preacher emphasizes the need for power not just for success in ministry, but also for being holy parents and handling everyday challenges. He mentions a famous sermon by Robert G. Lee on receiving power from the Holy Ghost and shares a story about a young man inviting Lee to speak to his Saturday night group. Throughout the sermon, the preacher encourages listeners to reflect on their lives and strive to be positive examples of virtue and praise.
Seven Roots of the Righteous Life for Proper Fruit
By A.W. Tozer4.9K40:44RighteousnessGEN 12:1In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of Christians understanding their role as soldiers in the army of God. He compares the Christian life to a battlefield, where believers are called to fight against sin, iniquity, and the devil. The preacher highlights the sacrifices and sufferings of early Christians, including the disciples and apostles, who faced persecution and martyrdom for their faith. He also criticizes the tendency of some Christians to seek comfort and avoid the hardships that come with following Christ. The sermon encourages believers to be honest and truthful, rejecting any form of deception or exaggeration.
Old Time Religion
By Vance Havner4.4K20:50RighteousnessEXO 20:3ISA 66:24MAT 12:30MRK 9:43LUK 11:23In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the state of society and the abundance of leisure time that people have. He emphasizes the importance of knowing certain truths rather than being unsure about many things. The speaker firmly believes in the Bible as the word of God and highlights the significance of love and following the Ten Commandments. He also mentions the idea that one cannot break the law of God, but rather, they break themselves against it. The sermon concludes with the notion that true goodness lies in salvation rather than in one's own goodness or badness.
(Christ—the Way God Makes Man Righteous) 1. God's So Great Salvation
By Denny Kenaston3.5K54:14RighteousnessACT 1:8ROM 1:16ROM 2:3ROM 3:21ROM 4:5ROM 5:8HEB 1:1In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the topic of salvation, specifically in the book of Romans. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the depth and significance of salvation, even if one may not have a complete understanding at the moment of being born again. The speaker shares his own testimony of being saved through someone sharing verses from Romans with him. He encourages the audience to delve into the study of salvation in the book of Romans and promises that their hearts will be deeply impacted by the greatness of God's salvation.
Beatitudes - Part 6
By Leonard Ravenhill2.8K58:33BeatitudesTransformation of the HeartRighteousnessMAT 5:3Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the profound teachings of the Beatitudes from the Sermon on the Mount, illustrating that entry into the Kingdom of God requires humility, mourning over sin, and a deep hunger for righteousness. He highlights that true righteousness is not merely external but must be internalized, as Jesus calls for a transformation of the heart rather than adherence to mere religious rituals. Ravenhill draws parallels between the struggles of early Christians and the modern-day challenges of living righteously in a world that often rewards the opposite. He encourages believers to seek a genuine relationship with God, which leads to true fulfillment and the manifestation of His righteousness in their lives. Ultimately, he calls for Christians to be living examples of Christ's love and righteousness in a world desperately in need of hope.
The Deep Groanings of the Righteous
By Carter Conlon2.5K52:18RighteousnessPSA 6:1In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes God's longing for humanity to understand the victory that was won for them on Calvary 2,000 years ago. He highlights the groan in God's heart to have people back in fellowship with Him, both in this life and for eternity. The preacher acknowledges that the coming days may be challenging for believers, as there will be a generation filled with lust and hatred for righteousness. However, he encourages the true bride of Christ to stand firm and recognize the difference between those who serve God and those who do not. The sermon references various Bible verses, including Romans 8:23, which speaks about the groaning for the full redemption of our bodies.
(Christ—the Way God Makes Man Righteous) 2. God Demands Righteousness
By Denny Kenaston2.4K1:06:22RighteousnessISA 1:1ROM 1:1ROM 10:11ROM 11:1In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of David and how God trained him in the wilderness for seven years. Despite being chased by Saul and his men, David learned to trust God and have a humble attitude. After those seven years, God delivered David from Saul's presence. The preacher emphasizes that God demands righteousness and encourages the audience to meditate on Romans chapters one and two.
The Expectations of the Righteous
By Carter Conlon2.4K1:01:09RighteousnessPSA 23:1PSA 30:4ISA 51:11ZEC 4:10MAT 6:33ROM 8:32EPH 5:18In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of recognizing God's presence in our lives. He encourages believers to not despise small beginnings, as it is evidence that God is with them. The preacher highlights the supernatural love that develops in marriages when Christ is at the center. He also emphasizes the need to heed God's voice and walk in His strength, as it leads to a life filled with extraordinary works and victory over enemies. The sermon references scriptures such as Zechariah 4:6, Psalm 81:13-16, and Numbers to support these teachings.
(Names of Jehovah) 4. Jehovah Tsidkenu
By Roy Hession2.3K54:14GraceGod's NameRighteousnessISA 61:10JER 23:5ROM 1:17ROM 4:5ROM 10:41CO 1:302CO 5:21GAL 2:16EPH 2:8PHP 3:9Roy Hession emphasizes the significance of the name Jehovah Tsidkenu, meaning 'The Lord Our Righteousness,' as prophesied in Jeremiah 23:5. He explains that this name encapsulates the essence of the Gospel, which offers divine righteousness to those who believe, regardless of their past failures. Hession highlights the importance of recognizing our need for God's grace and the transformative power of accepting Christ as our righteousness. He encourages believers to abandon their struggles for self-righteousness and instead embrace the free gift of righteousness through faith in Jesus. Ultimately, he reassures that true peace and assurance come from understanding that our righteousness is found in Christ alone.
America's Only Hope
By Manley Beasley2.2K45:22RighteousnessROM 3:21ROM 3:28In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of righteousness and sin in the lives of Christians. He expresses concern that many Christians today resemble the world in their actions and behaviors, rather than standing out as a peculiar people. The preacher highlights three areas where America is in trouble: economically, morally, and spiritually. He urges believers to recognize the ways of God and His acts, and emphasizes the need for a revival where people are born again into the kingdom of God.
Righteousness From God
By J. Glyn Owen1.6K39:07RighteousnessISA 64:6MAT 6:33ROM 3:21In this sermon, the speaker discusses the universal predicament of the human race, highlighting the failure of all people to produce the righteousness required by God's law. He divides mankind into three categories: the pagan populace, the moralists, and the Jews, and charges them all with ungodliness and unrighteousness. The speaker emphasizes that no one is right with God by nature and that all are under the judgment of God. However, he introduces the good news that a righteousness from God, apart from the law, has been made known, offering salvation to all who believe.
Righteousness Exalts a Nation
By Art Katz1.5K55:29Righteousness2CH 7:14PSA 119:105PRO 14:34ISA 1:18MAT 6:33ROM 1:16JAS 1:22In this sermon, the speaker expresses his concern about the dissipation of spiritual energy and the lessening of the impact of the word of God when multiple texts are brought into a single message. He suggests that it would be more effective to focus on one text, exposit it, and draw out its meaning and application for the audience. The speaker shares a personal experience where he confronted a minister about this issue and later received guidance from the Lord on how to bring the word effectively. The central theme of the sermon is the exaltation of a nation through righteousness, which the speaker believes is the answer to the poverty and degradation that plagues many nations.
Righteousness Imputed and Imparted
By Bill McLeod1.4K40:38RighteousnessNUM 32:23PSA 90:8PSA 139:23PRO 5:22PRO 14:14ISA 30:1ROM 5:17In this sermon, the speaker shares a personal story about a woman who felt restless and missed her husband when he was gone. She couldn't sleep and in her desperation, she knelt by the bed and surrendered herself to God. The speaker emphasizes the power of seeing the hands of Jesus, which can break a person and lead them to surrender their all to Him. The sermon also highlights the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross and how God could not look upon Him because of the sin He bore. The speaker encourages listeners to fully commit their lives to God and seek Him with all their hearts.
The Absolute Righteousness of God
By Major Ian Thomas1.3K52:14RighteousnessMAT 6:33ROM 3:19ROM 3:23ROM 10:12CO 5:21In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of Jesus being perfect in order to fulfill his role as a redeemer. The sinlessness of Jesus' life allowed him to condense and morally represent the life he lived. Through his vicarious atoning substitutionary sacrifice, Jesus redeemed humanity. The speaker also highlights how God, in sending his son Jesus, condemned sin in two ways - morally and vicariously. The sermon concludes with the reminder that believers can only be like Jesus in the measure that they allow him to work in and through them by their obedience and faith.
So That We Might Become the Righteousness of God
By Paul Washer1.3K1:16:12RighteousnessGEN 22:2DEU 29:20PSA 24:7MAT 6:33JHN 3:162CO 5:21In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the anticipation of the second part of the story of God's plan for salvation. He describes the scene of Jesus, the Son of God, being crucified on a tree, emphasizing the sacrifice and the love of God for humanity. The speaker also references Psalm 24, where Jesus, as the victorious and chosen one, calls for the gates of heaven to be opened. The sermon concludes with the story of Abraham and Isaac, highlighting Abraham's obedience and God's provision of a ram as a substitute for Isaac. The speaker emphasizes that this story is not the ending but a foreshadowing of the ultimate sacrifice and provision of Jesus for humanity's redemption.
Driving the Stake of Righteousness
By Zeb McDaris1.3K1:05:15RighteousnessGEN 15:6PSA 106:30ROM 4:3GAL 3:6JAS 2:23In this sermon, the preacher talks about the annoyance of being constantly told about the wrongdoings of others, especially when it comes to children. He emphasizes the importance of obedience and refers to the story of Saul, who disobeyed God's commands and faced consequences. The preacher also mentions the boldness of Phineas, who took action and was rewarded by God. He then discusses the concept of land grants and relates it to our identity as friends of something greater than ourselves. Overall, the sermon highlights the need for belief, obedience, and boldness in our relationship with God.
Righteousness
By Chuck Smith1.2K25:03RighteousnessIn this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith discusses the contrast between righteousness and wickedness. He emphasizes that God will take care of those who live a righteous life and will not allow them to go hungry. Laziness leads to poverty, while diligence leads to wealth. The fear of the Lord prolongs life, while the years of the wicked are shortened. The sermon also highlights the power of the blessings of the Lord, which make a person truly rich without any sorrow.
The Blessing of Righteousness
By Chuck Smith1.1K25:04RighteousnessEXO 14:13EXO 20:3EXO 20:12LUK 2:1In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith focuses on Psalm 112, which is an acrostic Psalm that praises the righteous man who fears the Lord and delights in His commandments. Pastor Chuck emphasizes the importance of righteousness and how it leads to blessings and favor from God. He highlights Jesus as the perfect example of righteousness, always doing what pleases the Father. The sermon also emphasizes the generosity and discretion of a good man, who lends and guides his affairs wisely. The righteous may face temporary trials, but they will ultimately be remembered and not be moved forever.
Resources for Righteousness
By George Verwer9371:10:01RighteousnessMAT 6:19MAT 10:7MAT 13:22MAT 19:16In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of taking action when faced with injustice and violence. He emphasizes the need to not simply ignore or dismiss such events, but to actively engage and make a difference. The speaker shares his personal experience of canceling some subscriptions and taking new ones out to support causes he believes in. He then references Acts chapter 20, where the apostle Paul emphasizes the value of labor and supporting the weak, and Jesus' teaching on the importance of giving. The sermon concludes with a reminder to preach the kingdom of heaven, heal the sick, and freely give, trusting in God's provision.
Hunger and Thirst
By Anton Bosch84633:37RighteousnessPSA 17:15PSA 42:1PSA 51:10MAT 5:6MAT 6:33GAL 5:172TI 2:22In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of hunger and thirst for righteousness. He compares these desires to the basic needs of food and water, stating that without them, we lack the essentials of life. The speaker encourages listeners to pursue righteousness with the same intensity and single-mindedness as people pursue fame and fortune. He also highlights the story of the prodigal son, noting that true hunger for righteousness only arises when we are desperate and unsatisfied with the things of the world. The speaker urges listeners to seek a deep and continual longing for the Lord Jesus and his righteousness.
Righteousness Consisting of Ideas (Attitudes)
By Paris Reidhead80230:04RighteousnessMAT 6:19In this sermon, the speaker discusses the transformation that occurs when a person comes to Christ. They emphasize the power of God's grace and the work of the Holy Spirit in making the old man new. The sermon focuses on the importance of having a changed heart and living out that transformation in various aspects of life, including religious service and financial matters. The speaker highlights the contrast between superficial, self-seeking actions and genuine acts of love and devotion to God. The sermon references Matthew 6 and emphasizes the need to do things for the right reasons, not for personal recognition or approval.
Exceptional Righteousness
By Dick Woodward62921:58RighteousnessIn this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being a positive example to others. He references Psalm 4, which encourages offering sacrifices of righteousness and trusting in the Lord, as a way to show others something good. The speaker then discusses how Jesus Christ's sacrifice on the cross allows us to be declared righteous by God. He goes on to explain that the teachings of the Sermon on the Mount, particularly the beatitudes, provide guidance on how to live as a solution to the problems faced by others. The fourth beatitude, "blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness," is highlighted as a key attitude to adopt.
The Journey of Righteousness
By Ray Greenly38450:08RighteousnessGEN 12:1JHN 8:31JHN 8:34ROM 3:9ROM 3:20ROM 3:28In this sermon, the preacher discusses how God had a plan to win back the hearts of Adam and Eve after they were deceived by the devil. God not only wanted to restore their relationship, but also deal with the wickedness and guilt in their spirits. The preacher emphasizes the importance of holding onto Jesus' teachings and knowing the truth, which will set us free from the bondage of sin. The battle for our souls is ongoing, with Satan claiming ownership, but Jesus offers freedom, healing, and restoration. The preacher encourages listeners to choose to leave the darkness of this world and follow Jesus to the celestial city, understanding that there is only one path that leads to the kingdom of heaven.
Awake to Righteousness and Sin Not
By Paris Reidhead24347:23RighteousnessISA 22:12In this sermon, the speaker recounts the powerful preaching of Jimmy Stewart, accompanied by William Fetler as his interpreter. They traveled through Eastern Europe, spreading the word of God and witnessing great gatherings. The speaker also shares a personal encounter with Jimmy Stewart, who had previously held a successful meeting in Budapest, Hungary. The sermon emphasizes the importance of living according to one's beliefs and the work of the Spirit of God in guiding believers to think and live righteously. The speaker also mentions Jimmy Stewart's boldness in preaching Christ at a soccer stadium, despite the initial confusion and opposition. The sermon concludes with a reminder to cast off the works of darkness and walk in the light, as stated in Romans 13:12.
Hunger and Thirst
By Leonard Ravenhill1731:10:04HungerRighteousnessSpiritual HungerPSA 42:1ISA 22:23MAT 5:6Leonard Ravenhill emphasizes the profound need for spiritual hunger and thirst for righteousness, drawing from Isaiah 22 and the Beatitudes in the Sermon on the Mount. He highlights the detrimental effects of worldly distractions, such as television, on the spiritual development of children and the importance of seeking a deep, personal relationship with God. Ravenhill argues that true hunger for God leads to a transformative experience, filling believers with His righteousness and peace. He calls for repentance and a genuine desire for holiness, asserting that only through this pursuit can one experience the fullness of God. Ultimately, he reminds us that our spiritual hunger should drive us to seek God above all else, as true satisfaction is found in Him alone.