Sermons on Causes For Envy:

The Faith Of The Gospel

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Oct 25, 2017

To establish that Christians are charged to “stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel.” The unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace should be the mission of every church of Christ.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. Suitable Character in Gospel Affairs 2. Standing Fast in One Spirit 3. Striving Together with One Mind Remarks. 1. In our lesson today we are going to be discussing the theme: “The faith of the gospel.” Our text reads: “Only let your conversation be as it becometh the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4-6, Philippians 1:27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Man Who Fears The Lord Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 26, 2001

HOW BLESSED IS THE MAN WHO FEARS THE LORD!

BIG IDEA: HOW BLESSED IS THE MAN WHO FEARS THE LORD! (:1A) INTRODUCTION: "Praise the Lord!" Sets the tone for this study This is another acrostic poem, the lines of which begin with successive letters of the Hebrew alphabet. I. WHO IS THIS MAN? = "the man who fears the Lord" (comments on the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 112:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Trio Of Apostates

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Mar 10, 2002

A study on the errors of Cain, Balaam and Korah.

I. The Way of Cain A. Way - a continued or habitual course of conduct or pattern of thinking 1. Psalms 1:1 "Blessed is the man that walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful." 2. Acts 14:16 "Who in times past suffered all ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:11

Denomination: Baptist

Two Profound Questions

Contributed by Ed Warfield on Feb 29, 2008

Jesus asked his disciples 2 questions, he’s asking the same questions today.

Two Profound Questions – Matthew 16:13-19 Intro.: The ability to know God is one aspect of our eternal inheritance that God has released in the earth. It’s what we were created for. But we have to qualify before we can pursue this knowledge. Jesus asked his disciples 2 questions, he’s asking the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Charismatic

The Tongue Series

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on May 15, 2007

Sermon 4 in a serie sof 7 sermons based on Living the Christian Life - out of James

Living the Christian Life The Worst Part of Us – The Tongue James 3:1-18 As I look back over the past 31 years, I focus on my mistakes in life. Mistakes in relationships present and past. Almost all of the time, mistakes that I have made have been caused by one thing – something that I had said. ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Ready To Do Whatever Is Good

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Nov 15, 2006

A short sermon challenging us to think about what it means for us to be model Christian citizens, responding to the generosity of God.

Titus 3: 1-7 These seven verses contain a beautiful summary of the Gospel, the Good News of the Lord Jesus. They also contain a simple summary of what it means to be a model Christian citizen in a non Christian society. It now seems true to say that the UK is no longer a Christian country. We ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:1-7

Denomination: Anglican

Interaction With The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Larry Wolfe on Jul 27, 2009

Sins of omission/comission against the Holy Spirit analyzed w/works of the flesh/Spirit

The Believer’s Interaction with the Holy Spirit As the Mighty River of God moving through us, as long as we do not Grieve the Holy Spirit, through Sins of Comisson, or Quench Him (literally putting out the fire), through Sins of Omission, but instead remain fully yielded, He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-19

Denomination: Independent/Bible

When You Disregard God!

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Oct 24, 2018

Beloved when you disregard God, He gives you up to vain attitudes and unnatural behaviours. Only fools disregard God

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: WHEN YOU DISREGARD GOD! Romans 1:22-32 King James Version (KJV) 22 Professing themselves to be wise, they became fools, 23 And changed the glory of the uncorruptible God into an image made like to corruptible man, and to birds, and fourfooted ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:22-32

Denomination: Charismatic

Christian Wisdom

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Dec 31, 2013

Worldly wisdom versus the 'wisdom from on high.'

CHRISTIAN WISDOM. James 3:13-4:3; James 4:7-8. “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God” (James 1:5) James has used an illustration of two sources in his discussion of the divisiveness of the tongue (James 3:10-12). Now he wants to get to the heart of the matter. It is not, after all, ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-3, James 3:13-18, James 4:7-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Knows Your Desires Of Heart Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 14, 2021

Jesus answers and says, "For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, slander" (Matthew 15:19).

Jesus answers and says, "For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, slander" (Matthew 15:19). And then: "What comes out of a man is what makes him 'unclean.' For from within, out of men's hearts, come evil ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:19, Romans 7:18-20, Proverbs 16:30

The Man Who Lost Everything By Doing Nothing"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Mar 20, 2006

The third servant simply buried the talent and did nothing. This unprofitable servant lost everything by doing nothing! It is to this third man that I am directing this message. His thinking needed to be changed. He was wrong about seven things:

Note to SermonCentral readers: Please read the message on this text by Brian Bill. It helped to inspire this message. Thanks Bill! Text: Matthew 25: 14-30 Title: “The Man who lost Everything by doing Nothing” Introduction: Most of you are familiar with the story of the master who went on a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

Is Jesus God?

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Feb 1, 2006

Many are asking this question, trying to find an answer. Some say yes, some say no, and some are not sure. So then how can we find out who this Great Messiah is, God or Christ?

John 1:15-17 Is Jesus God? Many are asking this question, trying to find an answer. Some say yes, some say no, and some are not sure. So then how can we find out who this Great Messiah is, God or Christ? ...read more

Scripture: John 1:15-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

By Faith Bring Peace To Others

Contributed by Jonathan Semro on Oct 21, 2003

Our faith in Jesus leads us to live at peace with those around us.

James 3:13-18 Grace mercy and peace are yours from God who gives you life and asks you to serve him with your life. (James 3:13-18 NIV) "Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show it by his good life, by deeds done in the humility that comes from wisdom. {14} But if you harbor bitter ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Lutheran

Relationship Busters Pt.4 Series

Contributed by Mark Perryman on Apr 3, 2008

Today we’re talking about the 4th pillar of unhealthy relationships, disrespect

INTRO: Two men were golfing together near a cemetery. While the one man was preparing to putt, a hearse turned into the cemetery. He immediately looked up, dropped his putter, removed his cap and bowed his head. After a couple of minutes he returned his attention to golf. When the two men returned ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:23-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Chasing The Wind - Work? Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 19, 2017

Is work meaningless? Is it like chasing after the wind? According to Solomon it is if you are working for the wrong reason and for the wrong person. We need to work for God not men or money and we need to keep it proper balance and be on the side were the

Opening Illustration: From Blue Fish TV – “Wake” Series: Chasing the Wind – Ecclesiastes Transition read before song: Solomon states in Ecc. 1:2-4; 8; 14: “Meaningless! MEANINGLESS!” SAYS THE TEACHER. “UTTERLY MEANINGLESS!” Everything Is meaningless.” What does man gain from his labor at which he ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational