Sermons on Author Of Eternal Salvation:

Responding To Christ's Authority

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jan 24, 2006

the authority of Christ upon our lives

“Responding to Christ’s Authority” Matthew 21:23-22:14 1/25/98 Intro: How do you respond to authority figures? Each of us has those who are over us. We are motivated by fear and respect to those who are in authority over us. I heard a story once about the time the Pope visited the US. They ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Limits On The Authority Of The State Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jul 16, 2011

Exploring the limits of government authority through study of God’s Word.

“Pilate said to [Jesus], ‘You will not speak to me? Do you not know that I have authority to release you and authority to crucify you?’ Jesus answered him, ‘You would have no authority over me at all unless it had been given you from above. Therefore he who delivered me over to you has the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:10-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Cup Of Salvation

Contributed by John Mccormack on Nov 9, 2015

THE PSALMIST TOOK THE CUP OF SALVATION.

THE CUP OF SALVATION OBSERVATION: YOU FIND VARIOUS REFERENCES TO THE WORD CUP MENTIONED IN THE BIBLE. YOU FIND LITTLE REFERENCE TO THE CUP OF SALVATION. THE AUTHOR OF PSALM 116 PRAISES THE LORD FOR ANSWERED PRAYER FOR DELIVERANCE . THIS WAS THE PSALMIST PRAYER FOR A ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 116:13, Psalm 116:14

Denomination: Baptist

What Is Salvation? Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on May 25, 2010

What does it mean to be saved? How does this happen? Jesus speaks candidly about it in John 3 to a religious leader seeking truth.

Sermon Brief Date Written: May 18, 2010 Date Preached: May 23, 2010 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: Great Questions of Our Faith Sermon Title: What is Salvation? Sermon Text: John 3:14-17 [ESV] 14 And as Moses lifted up the serpent in the wilderness, so must ...read more

Scripture: John 3:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

God Given Authority

Contributed by Greg Cooper on Dec 30, 2001

WE HAVE AUTHORITY TO RISE UP AND DEFEAT THE ENEMY OF OUR SOUL, IF WE ONLY WOULD.

Title: God Given Authority Text: Matthew 16:19 Intro: Each and every one of us that have believed on the name of Jesus Christ for our salvation are possessors of the authority of all heaven. Jesus said that we have the keys of the kingdom. Keys represent authority. I have on my key ring a key that ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

Proper Recognition Of Authority

Contributed by Adam Reichart on Oct 5, 2004

This sermon explores the faithful response of the centurion to Jesus. His faith in Jesus is rooted in his understanding of authority. This centurion has provided us with a picture of what it means to know Jesus Christ - as Lord of our lives.

The text for this morning’s message is taken from the Gospel lesson read earlier, especially these verses, [6 So Jesus went with them. He was not far from the house when the centurion sent friends to say to him: “Lord, don’t trouble yourself, for I do not deserve to have you come under my roof. 7 ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Beauty In Salvation

Contributed by John Mccormack on Apr 24, 2013

TO SEE THE BEAUTY IN SALVATION

BEAUTY IN SALVATION INTRODUCTION: THE BOOK OF PSALMS OR PSALTER COMES FROM THE SEPTUAGINT, THE GREEK TRANSLATION OF THE OLD TESTAMENT. WRITTEN BY SEVERAL AUTHORS, THE BOOK FOR THE MOST PART ADDRESSES PRAYER AND PRAISE. SPIRITUAL INSIGHT: PSALMS 149:4 (NKJV) FOR THE LORD TAKES PLEASURE IN HIS ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 149:4

Denomination: Baptist

Joy Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Dec 14, 2025

This is the 51st Sermon from the Gospel of Luke Series, "Jesus- Son Of Man".

Series: Jesus- Son Of Man [#51] JOY OF SALVATION Luke 13:18-30 Introduction: As we journey through the season of Advent, we are reminded of the divine joy that comes with the promise of salvation. In Luke 13:18-30, Jesus speaks of the Kingdom of God growing quietly yet powerfully, like a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:18-30

Denomination: Baptist

Scriptures On Salvation

Contributed by Curtis Kittrell on Aug 28, 2001

Scriptures along with sinners prayer

Scriptures On Salvation John 6:47 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me hath everlasting life. John 6:47 a [believeth on me] This expresses an act and a continued process. It could not be that one act of faith and no more will save the soul (Luke 8:13; 1 Tim. 1:19; 1 Tim. 4:1; ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Assurance Of Salvation Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 1, 2025

May the assurance of salvation bring you comfort, joy, and confidence in your walk with God.

As Christians, we often struggle with doubts and uncertainties about our salvation. We may wonder, "How can I be sure that I am saved?" or "What if I'm not truly a child of God?" The Bible provides clear answers to these questions, offering assurance and confidence in our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-17, 2 Peter 1:3-11

He Speaks With Authority Series

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Jul 28, 2008

Jesus has the authority to take care of your problems with Satan, physical illness, psychological problems, and of course, spiritual problems.

HE SPEAKS WITH AUTHORITY Text: Mark 1:21 – 2:12; read 1:21, 22, 32 – 39 Introduction: •Once when I was a substitute teacher, I was given the task of making 300 students sit quietly in the gymnasium at lunch time •I was not able to do it, but the principal came in, shouted, and they all ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Why Do We Do Vacation Bible School?

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Aug 3, 2008

Evangelistic message to follow up our VBS from the previous week. We knew we would have some unchurched families, and we did!

Why Do We Have Vacation Bible School? 1 John 5:11-12 August 3, 2008 Introduction Part of my time growing up was spent in Pine Ridge, SD, on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. And our church didn’t have Vacation Bible School, so we went to VBS at a little church just across the border in White ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:11-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

Celebrate The Gift Of God’s Son Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Nov 18, 2011

We can celebrate the gift of God’s Son!

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • How many gifts do you receive during the course of your lifetime? Do you remember all the gifts you have ever received or over time do the memories fade? • Now let me ask you this, how many gifts have you received that changed your life? • How many gifts have you received ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:20-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Open Your Eyes

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Sep 7, 2010

There will come a day when all eyes will be opened, when faith will become sight

Open Your Eyes Reading: Matthew 20:29-34 Text: Luke 16:19-31 Introduction Blinding ignorance does mislead us. O! Wretched mortals, open your eyes! Quotation of Leonardo Da Vinci When the Rich Man opened his eyes . . . 1. He saw more than torment. 2. He saw regrets, and lost opportunities With eyes ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It Doesn't Matter: Who You Are Series

Contributed by Jeffrey Sims on Jan 29, 2019

This sermon should help people realize that their Pedigree and financial statement are not enough to give them salvation. It helps point them in the direction of Christ and a relationship with Him for true eternal salvation

In our world today who you are means something, you hear it a lot from folks who think their family name and genealogy should mean something to someone. I think the phrase “Do you know who I am” comes out most often when those who think more of themselves than they should are struggling at a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational