Sermons on Beaten In Philippi:

Easy As Falling Off Your Horse

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Jun 3, 2007

We, like Paul, as followers of Christ, Christians, are sent to the Gentiles of our time: secular humanists, moral relativists, materialists, even atheists, to open their eyes, like Saul’s were opened by Ananias, so they may turn from darkness to light.

In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen. Today we celebrate the Apostle Paul’s conversion. As Saul Paulus of Tarsus, he was a rising star in the rabbinical leadership of the time. When Saint Stephen was stoned to death as the first Christian martyr, Paul stood by, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-19

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Perfect Love

Contributed by Mark Opperman on Sep 10, 2008

We can only love perfectly when we have been changed by God’s perfect love. I. The Twisting of Perfect Love. II. The Example of Perfect Love. III. The Call to Perfect Love.

Perfect Love Matthew 5:43-48 43 ”You have heard that it was said, ’Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ 44 But I tell you: Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, 45 that you may be sons of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:43-48

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Crack Pot Or A Cracked Pot

Contributed by Keith Broyles on Oct 7, 2014

God can use our cracks, our flaws to spread the Living Water to those in the world around us. When we live our faith, when we show our faith, the Living Water is pouring from us, despite our condition, to change the world.

Just in case you didn’t know, according to Merriam-Webster’s Online Dictionary, a crackpot is defined as “a person who is crazy or very strange.” I am sure this was not a news flash for just about anyone here this morning. I spent quite a bit of time this past week trying ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 2:4-13

Denomination: Methodist

Forgive Them

Contributed by David Kinnan on May 2, 2013

God’s command of forgiveness becomes personal when we take ownership.

Some years ago, a 14-foot bronze crucifix was stolen from Calvary Cemetery in Little Rock, Arkansas. It had stood at the entrance to that cemetery for more than 50 years. The cross was put there in 1930 by a Catholic bishop and had been valued at the time at $10,000. The thieves apparently cut it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:32-34

Denomination: Wesleyan

We Are Blessed

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 31, 2011

The beatitudes: 1. Are often misinterpreted. 2. Help us to be like God. 3. Are not promises for the present, but guarantees of our future.

We Are Blessed Matthew 5:1-12 Blessed are those who have gone through a divorce. Blessed are those who cannot pay their bills and may be facing bankruptcy. Blessed are those who have just heard that they have a terminal illness. Blessed are you when you have been fired from your job. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

God Acts To Save Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 7, 2009

God sent an earthquake to draw out a jailor and saved his entire family. Worship God in the midst of difficulties. Your focus determines your reality.

Amazing, God sent an earthquake to save a family. • Yes, the foundations of the prison were shaken. Yes, the prison doors were all opened. Yes, the chains were all broken. • But that was not the purpose of the earthquake. No one got away. Paul shouted, “We are all here!” Even after their ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-36

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Glory Of Grace And Truth Series

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 23, 2009

(PowerPoint Slides and Cell Study Notes freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) Exploring the dramatic combination of unlimited grace and absolute truth as the consistent expression of God.

Journeying With John - It’s a Trip (JWJ-06) The Glory of Grace and Truth John 1:14-18 How many of you know what I mean when I refer to a watershed truth? A watershed truth is a truth that, when correctly understood, has a profound implication for other truths as well. It is like tossing a pebble ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14-18

Denomination: *other

The Parable Of The Good Samaritan: The Gospel Hidden In Plain Sight Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jun 5, 2022

Has someone ever helped you at just the right moment?

Has someone ever helped you at just the right moment? I remember many years ago, I was in my early twenties, hanging out with some of my friends. And this drug dealer who had infiltrated my group of friends, found out I was hanging out with them. He didn’t like me. So he sent over a guy to beat me ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:30-37

Denomination: Salvation Army

God's Hall Of Fame

Contributed by Ricky Taylor on Dec 13, 2014

A look at the heroes of the bible, the great crowd of witnesses...

God’s Hall of Fame Hebrews 12:1, “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, 2 fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

I'm Still Standing

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Aug 13, 2022

Paul challenged spiritual principalities, he tore down strongholds, he set captives free. Hell assaulted Paul, but at the end of the day, you could hear Paul singing... I'm Still Standing.

I'M STILL STANDING One of the things I really love about the Bible is when it gives us in depth looks into the lives and the characters of people in the Bible. One of those individuals whose character and courage capture my attention is the Apostle Paul. We ...read more

Scripture: Acts 28:3-5, 2 Corinthians 11:23-27, 2 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

You Have A Cut Man! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Jun 8, 2021

The bell sounds. You can’t stay huddled in the corner. The fight is on and it is going to be a slugfest!

Slugfest Pt. 3 - You Have a Cut Man! I. Introduction Ali, Tyson, Lennox, Mayweather, Gracie, Liddell and Silva. You don't even have to be a boxing or mix martial arts fan to know the names. These are fighters who have left a mark on their sport. But what if I said the names Chuck Bodak, Al ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:19-21, 2 Corinthians 11:23-27, Judges 16:28-30, 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

How To And How Not To Grieve The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 29, 2019

This sermon is going start by looking at the roles of the Spirit and finish with how to and how not to grieve Him.

Do not Grieve or Quench the Holy Spirit Ephesians 4:29 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 When born-again believers continue to “conform to the ways of this world” (Romans 12:2) imagine how the Holy Spirit must feel! When we refuse to put off the former way of life but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-32

Denomination: Baptist

‘how To Be A Good Elder’ Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Dec 4, 2017

A study of the book of Acts 20: 1 – 38

Acts 20: 1 – 38 ‘How to be a good Elder’ 20 After the uproar had ceased, Paul called the disciples to himself, embraced them, and departed to go to Macedonia. 2 Now when he had gone over that region and encouraged them with many words, he came to Greece 3 and stayed three months. And when the Jews ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Who Do You Say That I Am?

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on May 23, 2008

Sermon from Matthew 16 exploring the identity of Jesus

Who Do You Say That I Am? (Matthew 16:13-16) Pastor Jeff Williams 11-25-07 A Question Can Change Your Direction In college, I was a member of the “honors student association.” Before you get too impressed, let me assure you that there was nothing honorable about my involvement in this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Servant Reveals Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Apr 9, 2010

Important spiritual truths pertaining to the cross

SERIES: WALKING WITH JESUS “THE SERVANT REVEALS” MARK 8:27-9:50 OPEN There is a great story in 2 Kings 6. The nations of Aram (Syria) and Israel are at war. The king of Aram decides he will muster his troops in a certain place to set up an ambush. The prophet Elisha discerns ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ