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I Am Inspiration Lesson 4 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Oct 18, 2018

Inspiration of God

“All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is true and to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right” (2 Tim. 3:16, NLT). “Above all, you must realize that no prophecy in Scripture ever came from the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:20-21

Denomination: Baptist

Did You Shine This Past Week

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 6, 2001

This sermon is based on the text from Philippians 2:12-18 and touches on the subjects complaining, homosexuality, abortion, and shining for Christ.

"Did You Shine This Past Week?" 11:00 2/5/93 Psalm 27:1-6 Matt 5:13-16 Text Philipp. 2:12-18 .ls2 Most of us like to look good. We like for our shoes to shine, our cars to shine, our words to be polished and we want our hair in place. We want others to ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Questions And Answers In Jesus Day: How Long Has This Been Happening? Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Mar 16, 2015

Questions and Answers in Jesus Day: How Long Has This Been Happening? - PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OULINE: Cause of failure - Prayer ignored (vs 28-29) Result of failure - Power obstructed (vs 14-18) Cure for failure - Priority given (vs 17-27) SERMONBODY: Key verse 21: (N.I.V.): “Jesus asked the boy’s father, “How long has he been like ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-20

Denomination: Brethren

Maintain Harmony Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 6, 2016

One of the saddest things that can happen in a congregation is when people begin to fight each other instead working together. Instead of being focused on our mission, we’re too busy bickering and fighting with each other.

Today we finish our series through Paul’s Letter to Titus. I pray that these messages have blessed you but I also pray that they have challenged you – challenged you to grow in your walk with Christ and challenged our church to grow in depth and number. Turn in your Bibles to ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:9-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Conduct Of A Follower Of Christ -- Real Christian Life Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 26, 2015

dealing with the thought of working out our salvation.

THE CONDUCT OF A FOLLOWER OF CHRIST REAL CHRISTIAN LIFE PHILIPPIANS 2:12-16 SO THEN, MY BELOVED, JUST AS YOU HAVE ALWAYS OBEYED, NOT AS IN MY PRESENCE ONLY, BUT NOW MUCH MORE IN MY ABSENCE, WORK OUT YOUR SALVATION WITH FEAR AND TREMBLING; 13  FOR IT IS GOD WHO IS AT WORK IN YOU, BOTH TO WILL AND TO ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Judgment Day Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Sep 30, 2013

What's important about judgement day?

We continue to learn from the Apostle Peter with his second letter to Christians. Please open your Bibles to 2 Peter Chapter 3… We are reminded at the beginning of 2 Peter 3 that God’s Word is true and His timing is always right. Read along with me v7-18 of 2 Peter 3….. We will ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:7-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Unity Of The Church - Sermon For Proper 16 - Year A

Contributed by Ian Bullock on Aug 19, 2020

An challenging exploration of what it means to be the church here and now. This is a re-work of a much older sermon of mine, which feels as relevant now as it did years ago. The analogy was used from another source, although I cannot now remember where that source is.

In the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit. Amen. Throughout the Gospels we see Jesus involved in situations where a number of profound questions are asked. Questions such as Pilate asking what is truth, or what is power, and today our Gospel leaves us with another when he asks his ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-20, Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

Judgment

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on May 27, 2005

In this chapter God’s judgment results in three things, rebuke, retributions and repentance.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: An umpire named Babe Pinelli once called Babe Ruth out on strikes. When the crowd booed with sharp disapproval at the call, the legendary Ruth turned to the umpire with disdain and said, "There’s 40,000 people here who know that the last pitch was a ball." Suspecting ...read more

Scripture: Hosea 5:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Even Great Faith Needs A Mediator

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 16, 2009

How can I make it through my unbearable hardship?

Even Great Faith Needs a Mediator Job 9 PROPOSITION: Because Christ victoriously conquered suffering, rest in Him to carry you through your hardships. I. Submit to God’s working in your life. 9:1-13 A. I know the doctrine of God’s justice! (1) 1. He is holy and just. 2. He ...read more

Scripture: Job 9:1-35

Denomination: Baptist

Are Rewards Something We Should Strive For?

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Oct 15, 2003

Sermon on the quest for rewards in heaven - whether they should be sought - how and why.

October 12, 2003 Mark 9:30-37 Dear saints living in the hope of the resurrection, God’s Word is full of encouragements for us to look forward to the resurrection from the dead. One such encouragement is the promise of rewards that will be given to us once we get to heaven. This is very ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:31-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Work It Out Series

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Mar 12, 2007

Part of a series in Phil., we’re exhorted to work out our salvation.

(Guy Glass, SC.com) One of golf’s immortal moments came when a Scotchman demonstrated the new game to President Ulysses Grant. Carefully placing the ball on the tee, he took a mighty swing. The club hit the turf and scattered dirt all over the President’s beard and surrounding vicinity, while the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

Let You Shine Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Aug 6, 2014

Being the light of the world is a cooperative effort between God and ourselves.

Let You Shine Text: Phil. 2:12-18 Introduction 1. Illustration: Jesus himself said to his disciples, "[L]et your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works, and give glory to your Father in heaven." (Matthew 5:16) 

This is a concept that is sometimes a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Methodist

Living As A Servant Series

Contributed by John Oscar on May 5, 2019

*This sermon and series is based from the package marketed by Outreach Ministries and was adapted for my personal use* Showing us how to live as Jesus did- a servant to all

“Learning How To Live As A Servant” Philippians Series Key Scripture: Philippians, Chapter 2 Welcome to week number two of our four-week series on Paul’s letter to the Philippians. This is the story of the community learning how to live together in times of testing in trouble. As we saw last ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Evangelism Is Not A Dirty Word

Contributed by David Washburn on Apr 29, 2002

Evangelism is not a dirty word, and we’ve got to reclaim it from those who distort it.

“Evangelism” What comes to mind when you hear that word? Some of you grew up in the time of tent revivals. For a week, folk would gather from miles around underneath large tents to share a good meal, sing Gospel hymns, and listen to a fiery preacher bring the message that we all need Jesus ...read more

Scripture: John 1:43-51

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom

Contributed by Michael Durst on Dec 6, 2007

What role does wisdom play in the everyday life of a believer, and what exactly is wisdom?

As I was writing the sermon this week, a memory came to the forefront of my mind. It had been hidden somewhere in my psyche for many years, but I believe that the Holy Spirit brought it to my attention for Gods purposes. I did a little research to confirm my foggy memory and indeed it was true. ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Holiness