Sermons on Author Of Salvation:

Helmet Of Salvation: We Are Not Good Enough Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 9, 2023

When we encounter the completely true thought that “we are not good enough” our society and our need for self-esteem creep up and we take our helmet of salvation off because we are disillusioned with God and we open ourselves up for temptation and doubt.

THE ARMOR OF GOD AND THE LIES OF THE ENEMY Helmet of Salvation: We Are Not Good Enough Ephesians 6:10-18 #armorofGod INTRODUCTION… Start with the End in Mind This morning I want to share with you where we will end up in our time looking at God’s Word and then I want to rewind and get us there. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Sin And Salvation Of A Self-Made Man Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Jan 4, 2021

Nebuchadnezzar, King of Babylon, was a legend in his own mind. Hear the testimony of a self-made man who was humbled and finally proclaimed Daniel's God as the God all in His kingdom were to worship.

Many of us here today are familiar Charles Colson, not so much because of who he was, but who he came to be. You see, originally, Charles Colson was the proverbial self-made man. By his mid-thirties he had founded a great law firm that was influential in both Boston and New York. And in his ...read more

Scripture: James 4:6, Colossians 2:8

Denomination: Bible Church

In The Name Of Jesus

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Oct 18, 2013

A discussion, of whom's authority do you live and work. In the Name of Jesus, a powerful revelation of change.

IN THE NAME OF JESUS by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (10/18/2013) “Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost” (The Acts 2:38, King James Version ...read more

Denomination: Friends

It's A Miracle: Thanking God For Salvation Series

Contributed by Rickey Bennett on Aug 16, 2009

If our giving thanks are functional, perfunctory, ho-hum, half-heartedness, and joyless, it is because we have ceased pondering the specifics of just what God has done for us in salvation at the cross.

1. Title: It’s a Miracle! 2. Big Idea: We can be captivated by joy rather than captured by unworthiness. 3. Introduction: a. Read: Colossians 1:12-14 b. Prayer: c. We are continuing our sermon series from the book of Colossians. So far we have applied the gospel to vision, mission and ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:12-14

Denomination: *other

Is Obeying God's Law Working For Salvation?

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Sep 21, 2007

This study seeks to examine the confusion between walking in obedience and working to earn righteousness.

Is Obeying God’s Law Working for Salvation? I have seen that there is a common misunderstanding among Christians as we struggle to reconcile God’s grace with obeying God’s commands. A few years back I read a book that stated that if you teach grace the way you should, it will almost sound like a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:17-25

Denomination: Baptist

What Happened To The Narrow Way

Contributed by Marty Roark on Jul 3, 2008

Close minded as you may claim it is, the Bible is the final authority for our lives and even though there are many paths in this world that will take you many places, only one “way” leads to God and eternal life.

What happened to the Narrow Way? The Narrow Way Matthew 7:13-14 13 "Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. 14 But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Choose The Narrowness Of The Only True Salvation

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

I. TWO GATES -- THE ENTRANCE INTO SALVATION IS NARROW -- NOT BROAD II.

I. TWO GATES -- THE ENTRANCE INTO SALVATION IS NARROW -- NOT BROAD II. TWO WAYS -- THE CHRISTIAN LIFE ITSELF IS NARROW AND DIFFICULT -- NOT BROAD AND EASY III. TWO DESTINIES -- THE CHRISTIAN ETERNITY IS ONE OF LIFE AND WELL-BEING -- NOT CONDEMNATION AND RUIN IV. TWO GROUPS OF TRAVELLERS -- TRUE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

41 Benefits Gained At The Moment Of Salvation

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

The moment we become a born again believer in Christ we gain forty one marvelous benefits. Few believers could even name five of these assurances and so live lives that full of uncertainty. The moment we become a new believer in Christ we gain forty one b

The moment we become a born again believer in Christ we gain forty one marvelous benefits. Few believers could even name five of these assurances and so live lives that full of uncertainty. Let us look at how these benefits accrue to our relationship with the HOly Spirit, to the Father, to the Son ...read more

Scripture: John 10:10-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Work Out Your Salvation Series

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This is the fourth sermon in a series on Philippians. This sermon shows three ways to work out our salvation with fear and trembling.

I. Introduction a. Work Out your Salvation (12-13) i. Paul was urging the church to obey his teaching. ii. Paul would urge us to do the same. II. The First Way is to stop Grumbling (14-15) a. Stop Grumbling for the purpose proving yourselves as being blameless. b. And for the purpose of being ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Second Word From The Cross: Salvation Series

Contributed by Norm Beckett on Apr 18, 2001

The dying thief representative of us! People who are in desperate need of salvation. People who need a promise and hope. People who need to be in the company of Jesus now and forever.

THE SECOND WORD FROM THE CROSS - Salvation "And he said to Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom. And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, Today thou shalt be with me in paradise" (Luke 23: 42, 43). We know that there were two thieves, bandits that were crucified ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:44, Luke 23:53, Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Holiness

Jesus Corrects The Modern Myths Of Salvation

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Sep 6, 2001

Jesus Corrects the Modern Myths of Salvation

September 9, 2001 Luke 13:22-30 22 Then Jesus went through the towns and villages, teaching as he made his way to Jerusalem. 23 Someone asked him, “Lord, are only a few people going to be saved?” He said to them, 24 “Make every effort to enter through the narrow door, because many, I tell ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:22-30

Denomination: Lutheran

What Happens When Salvation Happens Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Jan 31, 2001

Looking at the various aspects of the salvation event.

 January 1979 in a college dorm room in Stillwater Oklahoma at the age of 20 life’s most important moment happened for me. 1) It was followed up 7 ½ months later when I walked the right aisle, come all the way from the third row from the back at Eastwood Baptist Church in Tulsa Oklahoma. 2) ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:14-21

I'm Glad Salvation Is Free

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on Dec 4, 2003

I’m Glad Salvation is Free

Salvation is not passed on from one generation to another. Salvation is not attained by the deeds that man may do. Salvation is the gift of God. James 1:17 says, "Every good and perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the father..." 1. The Way of Satan Eph. 2:1-3 a. The Way of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

"The Salvation Of A Naked Rock Star"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Dec 8, 2003

Who is the naked star in the text? The demon possessed man of the Gadarenes ran about naked in the rocks and caves at "night." Hence, the title. In this message will take a biblical look at what it means to be saved. Saved "from what?" Saved "for what

Title: “The Salvation of a Naked Rock Star” Introduction: Who is the naked star in the text? The demon possessed man of the Gadarenes ran about naked in the rocks and caves at night. Hence, the title. In this message will take a biblical look at what it means to be saved. We will also ...read more

Scripture: Mark 5:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Salvation Comes Through Broken Pieces

Contributed by James May on Mar 6, 2005

God will take the broken pieces of a shattered life and make them into a vessel of honor for the Kingdom of God. He often has to break us to make us what we should be.

SALVATION COMES FROM BROKEN PIECES By Pastor Jim May How many of you know that life is not fair? Around every corner and at every crossroads in life there are dangers, disappointments, troubles, trials, sicknesses and even death awaiting those who are traveling. We are often caught unaware as a ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:15-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible