Sermons on Brilliance:

The Secret Of Contentment In God's Service

Contributed by Michael Stark on Oct 4, 2014

Elusive as a will 'o the wisp, contentment is the heritage of God's people. Paul provides practical instruction for believers to find contentment in their service to Christ.

“I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity. Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. I know how to be brought low, and I ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-20, Philippians 4:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Are You Alive Or Dead?" Ecc. Part 10 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 15, 2008

Solomon challenges us to examine whether we are alive in Christ or dead in our sin. He tells us to find God’s favor now because at the crossover it will be too late!

“Are you Alive or Dead?” Ecc. Pt. 10 Opening Illustration: Prophecy fulfilled by Blue Fish TV Thesis: Solomon challenges us to examine whether we are alive in Christ or dead in our sin. He tells us to find God’s favor now because at the crossover it will be too late! Scripture Text: ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:1-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our God Is An Awesome God Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

You can’t separate your body and your soul and your spirit. God knows if you give your body to Him, the soul and the spirit is going to be given to Him.

INTRODUCTION Please open your Bibles to Romans 11. Today I’m going to talk about “Our God is an Awesome God.” When I was in high school, I had a friend named Dottie Pippin and even in the tenth grade, she was a knockout. She was my friend, but of course, I never thought about ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

One Way

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jan 19, 2020

A study in the book of 1 Corinthians 1: 18 – 31

1 Corinthians 1: 18 – 31 One Way 18 For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. 19 For it is written: “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise And bring to nothing the understanding of the prudent.” 20 Where is the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:27

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

A Corrupt Church

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Jun 19, 2018

the church at thyatira

The Church at Thyatira: A Corrupt Church - Revelation 2:18-29 - 1/31/10 Turn with me this morning to the last book in the Bible, the book of Revelation, chapter 2. We want to continue on today, looking at the question, “What does God think of His church?” Here in Revelation 1, we find the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unwavering Faith Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 27, 2022

Believers can be Assured of their salvation, possessing Unwavering Faith because of three things. First: 1) The believer’s Peace with God (Romans 5:1), Second, their 2) Standing in Grace (Romans 5:2a), and Finally, their 3) Hope of glory (Romans 5:2b-5a)

Romans 5:1-5a. Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. 2 Through him we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God. 3 Not only that, but we rejoice in our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Other

Saving Faith

Contributed by Chris Cuthbertson on Aug 9, 2022

I think the most important question of our lives is that question… WHAT MUST I DO TO BE SAVED? How can I be confident that when I die, my sins are forgiven, and I have the promise of living eternally with Christ?

Faith Acts 16: 25 – 32 The apostle Paul was thrown into jail for preaching about Christ in the city of Philippi. He and his companion Silas were beaten and then chained to an inner dungeon. The Bible records that Paul and Silas prayed and sang praises to God, and the prisoners heard them. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-32, John 14:9, Colossians 2:9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Head Coverings Are Not Biblical (1 Corinthians 11:2-16) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Aug 20, 2022

Women are full partners with men in worship, prayer, and service. Verses 4-10 are a quotation of the Corinthian argument, which Paul refutes.

Today, we have the privilege of wrestling with 1 Corinthians 11:2-16. This passage has been called the most complicated, difficult passage in the NT (N.T Wright). Some of the most brilliant minds in NT studies have said that the key to the passage has not yet been unlocked (G. B. Caird). Almost ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:2-16

Faith

Contributed by Chris Cuthbertson on Jun 6, 2024

The most important question a person can ask is, "What must I do to be saved?".

Faith Acts 16: 25 – 32 The apostle Paul was thrown into jail for preaching about Christ in the city of Philippi. He and his companion Silas were beaten and then chained to an inner dungeon. The Bible records that Paul and Silas prayed and sang praises to God, and the prisoners heard them. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

New Wineskins Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Aug 11, 2021

New Wineskins Series: Parables - Small Stories, Big Truths Brad Bailey – June 20, 2021

New Wineskins Series: Parables - Small Stories, Big Truths Brad Bailey – June 20, 2021 Intro Well good morning to each of you joining today...and a warm welcome to those connecting at another time. I’m excited to launch us into a NEW series and focus for this summer season. Today we are going to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:27-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fail Safe Investing Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 4, 2005

This message will contrast 2 investors that Jesus talks about in Luke (a smart guy and a fool)and it will teach us what the only fail safe investment is. (Money Matter pt 2)

Fail Safe Investing Money Matters – part two Floyd… LAST WEEK – we began a brand new message series that we are calling, ‘Money Matters.’ AND – in that message we talked about how all of us needed to begin thinking differently about money… SPECIFICALLY – we talked about 5 new ways of thinking ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Chastises, But Never Abandons One Of His Own

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Mar 26, 2010

Chastisement but still no Condemnation...

Admin OptionsFeature Edit Discussion Close Discussion Add Tags Cancel Delete Discussion Intro:Ezekiel 1. During WW II 6 Navy pilots left their aircraft carrier on a mission. After searching the seas for every submarine, they tried to return to their ship shortly after dark. But the captain had ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 1:1-28

Denomination: Baptist

The Church At Thyatira: A Corrupt Church Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 3, 2016

The church at Thyatira

The Church at Thyatira: A Corrupt Church - Revelation 2:18-29 - 1/31/10 Turn with me this morning to the last book in the Bible, the book of Revelation, chapter 2. We want to continue on today, looking at the question, “What does God think of His church?” Here in Revelation 1, we ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It’s God’s Way, Or No Way Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Mar 21, 2014

a study of the book of 1st Corinthians chapter 1 verses 18 through 31

1 Corinthians 1: 18 – 31 It’s God’s Way, Or No Way 18 For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. 19 For it is written: “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, And bring to nothing the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Christmas According To John Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Dec 7, 2013

John begins his examination of the ministry of Jesus by looking at the Incarnation. The message seeks to explore what this means for believers.

“The Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.” [1] One can focus on minutiae and fail to see the beauty presented in the story of God’s love. Nevertheless, for a moment think of ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14

Denomination: Baptist