Sermons on A Companion And Friend Of Paul:

The Leaders' Overlooked Ingredients - (Part 1 Of 7) Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 22, 2004

Paul sets before us a worthy goal-which most of us will work on for a lifetime

Paul sets before us a worthy goal-which most of us will work on for a lifetime and still not completely reach. We ought to take this list seriously but also graciously and realistically. I. The Overlooked Ingredient 1 Timothy 3:1 "Here is a trustworthy saying: If anyone sets his heart on being ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Leaders' Temperament - (Part 2 Of 7) Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 22, 2004

Paul sets before us a worthy goal-which most of us will work on for a lifetime

Now, we will discuss the qualities of spiritual leadership in 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1. Don’t be discouraged as you work through this list. No one meets these qualifications 100%! We’re not looking for perfection, but rather solid evidence of growth in each area. The Leader’s Temperament 1. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Leaders' Interpersonal Relationship-(Part 3 Of 7) Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004

Paul sets before us a worthy goal-which most of us will work on for a lifetime

It’s interesting that Paul uses four negative expressions to specify how the godly leader must live. Some things simply must not be present in his life. Those four are counter-balanced by one positive characteristic. 1. Not violent 1 Timothy 3:3 I like the King James rendering-"Not a striker." ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Leaders' Family Life - (Part 6 Of 7) Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004

Paul sets before us a worthy goal-which most of us will work on for a lifetime.

Churches suffer when this category is ignored or downplayed. Paul listed three very specific requirements concerning a leader’s family life. We ignore them at our own peril. 1. Husband of one wife 1 Timothy 3:2 Unfortunately this qualification has been so wrapped up in controversy that we have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:2-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Leaders' Personal Habits - (Part 7 Of 7) Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004

Paul sets before us a worthy goal-which most of us will work on for a lifetime.

This final category touches the leader in his relationship to alcohol and money-two areas of perennial tempta-tion. Don’t overlook God’s Word on these crucial points! If you do, you will regret it later. 1. Not given to drunkenness 1 Tim 3:3; Titus 1:7 Literally this phrase means "not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Word Of Encouragement

Contributed by Keith Crouch on Oct 18, 2004

This takes a look at the opening verses of II Thessalonians as Paul brings a word of encouragement to this church.

A Word of Encouragement II Thes. 1:1-12 I. The Encouragement of Praise (v. 1-4) A. Paul Practiced What He Preached (1-3a) 1. He could have blasted them for not grasping what he had taught them earlier, but he never scolded or chastised them (compare to his reaction the Galatian church Gal. 3:1). ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Once Useless Now Useful

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004

Once Useless Now Useful: The story of Onesimus; the story of Paul; the story of us all.

My father has a knack for finding and fixing discarded bicycles. Bikes that are considered useless by most become useful in the hands of this skilled mechanic. Of course everyone knows that with a bit of duct tape anything can be made useful again. Does that work on people too? Can those who ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-21

Denomination: Lutheran

He Is Series

Contributed by Rich Dunbar on May 25, 2005

This sermon looks at Pauls message and identifies 15 things he says God is.

Life can be pretty hectic. Family, church, work, school, sports, and hobbies can all seem to overwhelm us at times. I feel most likely the problem is that we live life as though everything revolves around us. Contrary to popular belief, I am not the most important person in the universe nor are ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:13-41

Denomination: Baptist

Finding The Silver Lining Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 19, 2003

In this sermon we see Paul finding the silver lining of God’s will in the difficulties of life.

Philippians 1:12-18 Sunday, January 27, 2002 As most of you know by now I am a Murphy’s Law kind of guy. I never knew before that there are some basic principles that were laid down by the actual Captain Murphy. Not surprisingly there were thirteen of them. 1. Nothing is as easy as it ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Military Veteran Funeral Message

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jul 25, 2002

Paul compares our bodies to tents, a familiar image for soldiers who yearn for homecoming.

Funeral message for a Military Veteran Poem: “The muffled drum’s sad roll has beat the soldier’s last tattoo; No more on life’s parade shall meet that brave and fallen few. On Fame’s eternal camping ground, their silent tents are spread; But glory guards with solemn dignity the bivouac of the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Denomination: Congregational

A Ministry Questioned Series

Contributed by Ely Lambert on Aug 12, 2002

This sermon develops Pauls concern with the Galatian church deserting the gospel, and discrediting his ministry.

Introduction: I. Has your integrity ever been questioned by someone? A. Has your motivation been questioned? B. Has your drive been questioned? C. Purpose? D. Reason for action? E. Life? F. Ministry? II. You’re not alone – the Apostle Paul’s ministry was questioned? A. That is right, the Apostle ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

When The Going Gets Tough

Contributed by Terry Stivers on Sep 15, 2003

Paul tells us in this scripture how we can be victorious in the tough times of life.

WHEN THE GOING GETS TOUGH 2 Tim 1:1-12 INTRO: Response to an Insurance Company I am writing in response to your request for additional information. In block #3 of the accident form, I put “trying to do the job alone” as the cause of my accident. You said in your letter that I should explain more ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Gospel Of Grace Is Approved Series

Contributed by James Phillips on Jun 18, 2003

Second sermon in book of Galatians were Paul proves his gosple to the church at Galatia.

GALATIANS # 2 We saw last week how Paul was surprised how fast the Galatians left his teaching when a new false teacher came. So Paul starts showing them that his message came from God and not man. This week he will farther show that his words are the right ones. 1. Gospel of Grace Is Approved by ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-21

Denomination: Christian Church

Frustrating The Grace Of God

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Jun 27, 2003

What does it mean to frustrate the grace of God? Paul warned the Galatians against it...

Frustrating the Grace of God Galatians 2:21 I read recently about a kindergarten teacher who was helping one of her students put on his boots to go home following his nap. She pushed and pulled and finally got his boots on with great effort, then the little boy said “These are not my boots.” ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:21

Denomination: Baptist

The God-Pleasers Series

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Oct 3, 2002

Paul gives a great example for pastors and believers to seek to be God-pleasers, not man-pleasers.

“Be Ready” The God-Pleasers 1 Thes. 2:1-12 Intro. A funny thing happened to me on the way to studying for my message today.  I discovered that it’s easy to find stuff that will help you grow in your walk with Christ, but when it gets personal, it gets uncomfortable.  We’re quick to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist