Sermons on 1 Thessalonians Chapter 1 Verses 55 Through 18:

The Christian's Labor - 5 Of 6 Series

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on Jun 1, 2005

This is the fifth part (triplet of exhortation) of a six part series on the Christian’s Labor from 1 Thessalonians 5:12-24.

“THE CHRISTIAN’S LABOR” – 5 OF 6 1 THESSALONIANS 5:19-21 1. The COMING Day of the LORD. (5:1-3) 2. The CHILDREN of the Light. (5:4-8) 3. A COMFORTING Legacy. (5:9-11) 4. The CHRISTIAN’S Labor. (5:12-24) I. FIRST Triplet of Exhortation. (vv. 12-13) II. SECOND Triplet of Exhortation. (v. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Following Through Series

Contributed by Mark Nichols on May 28, 2008

Jesus teaches us how to handle new Belivers! Jesus follows through!!! It’s time we understand that Evangelism isn’t the end result or the finish line in regards to new believers. Discipleship is the finish line!

TEXT: Luke 24:13-35 TITLE: No Follow up, No follow-through! SERIES: The Growing Church TOPIC: Evangelism (discipleship) OCCASION: Burnside Christian Church, May 28, 2008 PROP.: If we think that evangelism is hard, wait until we try to mature the new born Christian!!!! INTRODUCTION: Good ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mary & Elizabeth’s Joy!

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 29, 2015

Mary & Elizabeth’s Joy – Luke chapter 1 verses 39-56 - sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Joy of Elisabeth (vs 39-45). (2). The Joy of the unborn son, John (vs 41): (3). The Joy of Mary (vs 46-56). SERMON BODY: • The passage in Luke’s gospel contains Mary’s song; • It is one of the most famous songs in Christianity. • It has ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:39-56

Denomination: Brethren

Our Actions Have Consequences

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 18, 2017

Our Actions Have Consequences – Exodus chapter 22 verses 1-15 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Jews: living under the law. (2). The Christian: living under God’s grace! (3). The Law: Given to Protect The People. (4). The Theme: restitution. (5). The Case Laws: a summary. (6). The Lord: an exemplar. SERMON BODY ill: • The Scottish novelist, poet, essayist, and ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 22:1-15

Denomination: Brethren

Our Actions Have Consequences

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 8, 2017

Our Actions Have Consequences – Exodus chapter 22 verses 1-15 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). The Jews: living under the law. (2). The Christian: living under God’s grace! (3). The Law: Given to Protect The People. (4). The Theme: restitution. (5). The Case Laws: a summary. (6). The Lord: an exemplar. SERMON BODY • The Scottish novelist, poet, essayist, and travel ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 22:1-15

Denomination: Brethren

A Look Inside The Local Church (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jan 22, 2018

A Sermon examining certain issues you will often encounter inside the local church.

A Look Inside The Local Church- (pt 1) Titus 3:9-15 I don't know about you, but I can honestly say "I love church!" I love to assemble together with my brothers and sisters in Christ. The 3 times that we join together each week are a great privilege and blessing. I also enjoy visiting other ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Joseph Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 20, 2019

The actions of Joseph in Matthew 1:18-25 teach us what it means to trust in the Lord.

Scripture As we approach Christmas this year, I thought that I might have us take a brief look at “The Christmas Family.” Joseph, Mary, and Jesus are the key human persons in the Christmas family. This past Saturday, Dr. Stephen Clark spoke at our Men’s Breakfast. He spoke about Joseph. It was a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Advance Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Apr 13, 2019

Philippians 1:12-18 teaches us to put the advance of the gospel at the center of our ambitions.

Scripture We are in a series of sermons on Paul’s letter to the Philippians that I am calling, “The Christian’s Contentment.” After the opening greeting of his letter to the Philippian Christians, Paul gave thanks to God for them, and then he prayed for them. He had planted the church in Philippi ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

‘solid Rock Or Sinking Sand?’

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Apr 25, 2023

‘Solid Rock or Sinking Sand?’ – Isaiah chapter 28 verses 1-29 – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Jerusalem's scoffers… • drunken leadership • derision of God’s prophet • detachment from God Isaiah’s hope… • foundation stone • God’s chastening SERMON BODY: Ill: • In life we are familiar with what we call an object lesson, • An event or an individual by whose errors ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 28:1-29

Denomination: Brethren

In Praise Of Our Reliable God (Psalm 40:1-17) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Dec 27, 2025

We sing songs to the God who can be trusted to pull us out of the pit, and put us on dry ground. Part of what "faith" is, is choosing to have confidence that God will come through for us.

Today, we have the privilege of working through Psalm 40. Let's start by reading verses 1-4 (Hebrew numbering throughout, my apologies): Of/for the director. Of/for David. A Psalm. (1) Surely, I waited for Yahweh, and He stretched out to me, and He heard my cry for help, (2) and He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-17

From Darkness To Light Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 16, 2016

1) The Characteristics of Antichrists (1 John 2:18–19, 22–23, 26), 2) The Characteristics of Christians (1 John 2:20–21, 24–25, 27)

If you listen or watch what is claimed to be Christian TV or radio, some of the (false) teachers openly espouse gross Christological heresies. You can see bizarre blasphemies like the teaching of Creflo Dollar that Jesus did not come to earth as God in human flesh (Creflo Dollar, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-27

Denomination: Other

The Invisible Explained Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Jan 3, 2015

John 1:18 clearly defines Jesus as God the Son who reveals God the Father.

“The Invisible One Explained” John 1: 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was in the beginning with God. 3 All things came into being through Him, and apart from Him nothing came into being that has come into being. 4 In Him was ...read more

Scripture: John 1:18

Denomination: Baptist

Trust In Jesus Through Hell And Back

Contributed by Joel Pankow on May 11, 2023

Peter shows how Jesus descended into hell and what it means for us as baptized children of God.

5.14.23 1 Peter 3:18–22 (EHV) 18 He was put to death in flesh but was made alive in spirit, 19 in which he also went and made an announcement to the spirits in prison. 20 These spirits disobeyed long ago, when God’s patience was waiting in the days of Noah while the ark was being built. In this ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:18-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Living The Truth: Nurturing Faith In The Next Generation Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Mar 5, 2024

Today, we delve into the timeless wisdom of Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Joshua 1:8, Proverbs 22:6, and Psalm 119:11. These foundational verses illuminate the path to spiritual growth and steadfast faith.

Living the Truth: Nurturing Faith in the Next Generation Introduction: Today, we delve into the timeless wisdom of Deuteronomy 6:6-7, Joshua 1:8, Proverbs 22:6, and Psalm 119:11. These four foundational verses illuminate the path to spiritual growth and steadfast faith. May God help us to ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:8, Proverbs 22:6, Psalm 119:11, Deuteronomy 6:6-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

How Jesus Instructed His Apostles Through The Empowering Spirit

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Jesus instructed His apostles through the Holy Spirit because He wanted them to continue the ministry that He began.

1. Jesus instructed His apostles through the Holy Spirit because He wanted them to continue the ministry that He began. Our Lord did not expect His disciples to invent their own agendas. Christ’s ministry showed people how to have a great influence through the demonstration of Godly characteristics ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational