Sermons on Brethren Wrote A Letter:

Assurance, Confidence And Joy Series

Contributed by Wm Darius Myers on Apr 24, 2007

Sept. 2006 Pastor’s Letter - Part Two - The Basis for Reaching Out and Gathering In in a three-fold discipleship pattern in I John.

Assurance, Confidence and Joy Bill Myers, Pastor In explaining the process of spiritual development, many Christians struggle to describe concisely and accurately “what comes next” in the ever-deepening walk with Jesus we usually call “discipleship.” Among the many passages that speak of the ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fallen From Grace Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Jul 13, 2010

The world today is full of false doctrine and false teachers. Paul in his letters to church at Galatia, gives a stern warning about both.

Fallen from Grace Gal 5: 2-12 Introduction The text before us tonight is the beginning of the third section of Paul’s letter to the church at Galatia. In the first section (Ch. 1-2) Paul defended his apostleship, in the second section (Ch. 3-4) Paul preached his message of justification by ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:2-12

Denomination: Baptist

God's Comfort, Hope, And Salvation

Contributed by Davon Huss on May 26, 2008

A sermon on 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 (Thanks to Joe Focht from Blue Letter Bible www.blueletterbible.org for ideas)

Sermon for 5/25/2008 Introduction: Advice and instructions taken from actual military sources. Some of these guys must have had a sense of humor "When the pin is pulled, Mr. Grenade is not our friend." --U.S. Marine Corps "Cluster bombing from B-52s is very, very accurate. The bombs are ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Uniqueness, Supremacy And Sufficiency Of Christ

Contributed by Nigel Heath on Aug 2, 2009

Christians in Colossae were losing sight of the supremacy of Christ as they listened to popular world opinion. Paul’s letter restores their confidence, and ours.

2.8.09 THE UNIQUENESS, SUPREMACY AND SUFFICIENCY OF CHRIST Colossians 1:15-23 INTRO Have you ever considered how much an adventure is the Christian life? It could be likened in some ways to a good marriage. Whereas once we were on our own, after making covenant vows we begin a life together ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

1 Peter Introduction Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 9, 2015

A brief introduction about the author, Peter, and then the entire letter was read to familiarize our church with the context. Individual messages will follow in the coming weeks.

1 Peter Introduction 1 Peter Sermon Series, Part 1 Introduction ∆ Point 1 – Who’s Peter? So, let’s talk about Peter … - His name, Cephas, in the Syriac language, means “rock” -- One of the original 12 apostles (walked on water) -- Was at the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Makes Us Tick? Series

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Jan 28, 2014

Another sermon from the whole letter to help people understand and be convicted of their personal responsibility for the Church’s effectiveness in the world today.

When I was a kid I loved to take things apart. Sure. That’s neat on the outside, and what it does it pretty neat, but what makes it work? What does it look like inside? Whenever something minor broke down, it spelled opportunity to me. Because that meant it either needed to be fixed, or ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Simple, Yet Profound Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 3, 2015

Grace is a simple word – only five letters. Even though it’s simple to spell, its meaning is profound.

Series: Amazing! “SIMPLE, YET PROFOUND” EPHESIANS 2:4-9 This morning, we start a new message series called, “Amazing.” We’re going to attempt to grasp the meaning of grace, how it works in our lives, and how we begin to accept God’s grace and extend ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Strange Temples Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 23, 2018

Message 17 in our exposition of Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. This message focuses on defeat in the church due to internal lawsuits and external behavior.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “A Defeated Church” 1 Corinthians 6:1-20 Review I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 A. Reproof for a divided church 1-4 1. Opening appeal for unity 1:10-17 • He encouraged them to unity • He exposed their disunity • He confronted their ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-20

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Faithful Sayings In The Pastoral Epistles

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 12, 2013

The "faithful sayings" are short succinct statements of belief, worthy of full acceptance by all. They are a trademark of the letters of Paul to Timothy and Titus.

THE FAITHFUL SAYINGS IN THE PASTORAL EPISTLES. The hymn book of the New Testament church was no doubt the Book of Psalms, thus establishing the continuity of worship from synagogue to church. However, there are hints in Paul’s writings of other formulae which may have been used in public ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:8, 2 Timothy 2:11-13, 1 Timothy 4:8-9, 1 Timothy 3:1, 1 Timothy 1:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Paul's Ministry & Motivations (1:23-2:5) Series

Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Jul 6, 2022

This sermon finishes up Paul's introduction to his letter to the Colossians with him telling them what he is doing for them.

Paul's Ministry & Motivations So far, as we have studied Paul's introduction to his letter to the Colossians we have looked at what Paul says that he, and how he prays for them. This evening we will look at what Paul says that he does for them. In Colossians 1:24-2:5 Paul describes his ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding Peace Through Gratitude SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

In his letter to the Church at Philippi, Apostle Paul emphasizes the connection between our gratitude towards God and the peace it brings to our mind.

Today, I want to talk about something that is on everyone's mind this time of year: gratitude. Whether you are a Christian or not, the question "What are you thankful for?" is something we all ponder. We instinctively know that being grateful is good for our well-being, both physically and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-8

Topics: Gratitude, Peace

Just As He Is: Righteous (Lesson 3) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Apr 26, 2020

To establish that at Christ's second appearance; we shall see Him as He is, and be like Him: in righteousness, purity, and glory. This lesson stresses that we are sons of God, pure in heart, and made righteous: just as He is, "through the faith of Christ Jesus."

INTRODUCTION Outline. 3. Just as He is: Righteous Remarks. 1. This is lesson three of the sermon-series: "Just as He is." John wrote: we shall see Him as He is, and be like Him, in glory and honor. This is solely possible because we are the sons of God. Christ's finished work of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-2, 1 John 3:3, 1 John 3:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Hope Of The Church

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jul 24, 2014

Jesus is where Christians place all our hope. The letters to Smyrna and Philadelphia in Revelation 2 and 3 express this hope to us and encourages us to remain faithful.

HOPE OF THE CHURCH Revelation 2:8-11 & Revelation 3:7-13 INTRODUCTION… HOPE IN HYMNS #1 A Lamp In the Night #2 Great is Thy Faithfulness #3 My Only Hope is in the Lord #4 My Hope is Built on Nothing Less [transition] BACKGROUND OF THE CITIES We are continuing our look at the Book of ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Unhindered Gospel In The Hindered Church Series

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Feb 9, 2009

I wrote this sermon to preach in a church where the pastor had just died on Wednesday night before. God wanted to demonstrate how His timing and His power is more important than the humans in charge.

The Unhindered Gospel in the Hindered Church A 20th century philosopher, Gamaliel Bradford, once said that “Life is hope triumphing over experience.” In those words, he summed up 20th century optimism. He implied that humanity would learn from its experience and improve. His hope was in the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-26

Denomination: *other

A Faithful People

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Dec 18, 2009

Peter’s letters, 1st and 2nd as we struggle and suffer as Christians, Peter’s words are to encourage us that we remain steadfast and strong in our faith.

A Faithful People 2 Peter 1:1-1:14 Peter’s letters, 1st and 2nd as we struggle and suffer as Christians, Peter’s words are to encourage us that we remain steadfast and strong in our faith. His faith was strong even to his death. Lets listen to what he instructs us, regarding our faith. Luke ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-14

Denomination: Apostolic