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You Just Can Not Do Enough

Contributed by W. Alderman on Mar 17, 2006

This sermon gives a definition of what would be required for ones conversion if it were possible to earn salvation.

YOU JUST CAN’T DO ENOUGH Pastor W. Max Alderman Text: Luke 10: 25-37. Introduction: I am sure that you have heard the expression, "You just can’t do enough". In regards to this study, we are shown that in regards to earning our own salvation, we just can not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From The Cross Series

Contributed by Marilyn Murphree on Jul 9, 2003

Justification--how Christ’s work on the cross has put us in right standing with God. It is by faith and not by works.

Iliff and Saltillo UM Churches July 13, 2003 Lessons from the Cross Romans 5:1-8 INTRODUCTION: ILLUSTRATION: The other morning I was going to make some Grandes Orange Cinnamon rolls. The cans are supposed to be easy to open. You just peal the label off and insert a spoon and the can pops ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-8

Denomination: Methodist

Good Fruit -Vs- Spoiled Fruit

Contributed by Walter Troup on Jun 2, 2018

When Jesus talk about the vine in John 15, what point is he trying to get across to his disciples, and us today?

(during this message, although I use the example of the vine like mentioned by Jesus in John 15, I intersect with an example of a tree, the stem(trunk), branch, and fruit.) Text: Galatians 5:22-23 & John 15:1-9 (ESV) This morning let’s answer five questions about John 15:1-9. #1 Who is ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-9, Galatians 5:22-23, Matthew 5:31-36

Denomination: Baptist

Doubt Laughing Vs Faith Laughing

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 24, 2015

How many are wearing siesta mask and refuse to see the opportunities before us. I use a sieta mask and a magnet to illustrate some truths. Aaron denied the truth beofre him. Sarah laughs in doubt and faith.

DOUBT LAUGHING VS LAUGH OF FAITH? DENYING DOUBT AND SELF CHOICES --- VS RUNNING OVER? DREAMING OF AN OVERFLOW... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is part two. Part #1 was: SHALL WE LIVE A LIFE BLINDFOLDED? WILL WE ALLOW THE NEGATIVE ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 32:21-24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Test 1: The Bible Test Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Oct 1, 2007

The first test of faith we must pass is the Bible test. In order for our faith to be real, we must receive God’s holy, inspired, infallible Word the right way and respond to it the right way.

1. How should you receive the Word of God? With meekness (19-21) a. Receive with meekness by listening b. Receive with meekness by humbling ourselves c. Receive with meekness by implanting 2. How should you respond to the Word of God? With action (22-27) a. Respond with action by ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Entire Bible In Miniature Form Series

Contributed by Mike Cleveland on Mar 11, 2008

This message examines five points that come directly from John 3:16. Four of these points have to do with God, and one has to do with us. 1. God’s initiation of salvation 2. God’s motivation in salvation 3. God’s inclusion in salvation 4. God’s

Let’s open our Bibles this morning to John chapter 3. We’ve been studying in John 3 for several weeks now; we’ve seen from verses 3-7 that the requirement of salvation is to be born again, we’ve seen from verses 15-16 that the method of salvation is Jesus’ death and our faith in Him, and we’ve seen ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Bible - Gods Word For Discipleship Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Feb 6, 2009

This sermon looks at six ways to get a better grasp on the Bible. (Sermon 3 in this series)

The Bible – God’s Word For Discipleship There is no Spiritual Discipline more important to the Christian, than the intake of God’s Word. There simply is no healthy Christian life apart from daily intake of a diet of God’s Word. The Christian should feast on God’s Word daily. Why? Let me give ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Bible Is The Absolute Standard Of Truth Series

Contributed by Ron Bridgewater on Oct 29, 2025

Week 1 of our series - At the Core

Some of this sermon is influenced or taken from Bob Russell's sermon on The Bible as the Absolute Standard of Truth. It sure is good to be back in the saddle. Not being here on Sunday mornings was definitely the downside of being on a sabbatical for 6 weeks. Stacey and I both missed our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Got Grace? Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on Apr 26, 2001

This sermon focuses on what grace really is and how it affects our lives today.

Personal Questions… Got Grace? Ephesians 2:8-9 April 1, 2001 Intro: A. Ever wonder how the "Got Milk" ads got started? Well there is a "Got Milk" internet site that tells the story… In 1993 milk consumption in California had declined steadily for 20 years, so milk processors from all over the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gospel Verses Religion

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Feb 9, 2001

Religion can point one to God and provide expression for faith, but only the Person of Christ can bring slavation.

The Gospel Vs. Religion Eph 2:1-10 A recent article in the religion section of our local newspaper, dealt with the question, “Is it better to be religious or spiritual?” Opinions were garnered from five local pastors, representing Unity, Lutheran, Presbyterian, Disciples of Christ, and Bahai. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

Justification By Faith Alone

Contributed by Steve Weaver on Nov 24, 2001

Explanation of the Biblical doctrine of Justification.

Justification By Faith Alone Romans 5:1 “Therefore, being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ:” The great 16th Century German Reformer, Martin Luther, called it “the article upon which the church stands or falls.” The article in question is that of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Just Live By Faith Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Feb 1, 2007

Exposition of Habakkuk 2:1-4 and related verses

Text: Habakkuk 2:1-5, Title: The Just Live By Faith, Date/Place: LSCC, 8/20/06, PM A. Opening illustration: Gordon Dykes walking and jumping around the pulpit B. Background to passage: After Habakkuk’s second response of disbelief and affirmation of trust, God speaks again about the things to come ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

"Just As I Am"

Contributed by Ray Scott on May 11, 2006

We often sing the invitation hymn "Just As I Am". But, "What are you?". This message, through the story of the Rich Young Ruler" tells what a lost sinner is ... "Just As I Am".

“Just As I Am” … OR … “What Baptists Believe About … Man, Salvation, Grace” NOTE: A solo, “Just As I Am” was sung just before this message. INTRODUCTION: SERIES … PREVIOUS … What Baptists believe about the Scriptures, Trinity … · MAN – Created innocent … sinned … brought sin into human race … ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

Ignite A Revival

Contributed by James May on Oct 9, 2002

If we really want to see revival then we must allow the Holy Spirit to "kill" the sin within us so that the "common people" will be touched through us.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:11-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"Circumcision Of The Heart"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 31, 2006

God must change our hearts, we cannot.

Jeremiah 31:31-34 John 12:20-33 “Circumcision of the Heart” By: Rev. Ken Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org This morning’s Old Testament Lesson from the prophet Jeremiah is one of the most significant passages in all the prophetic books ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 31:31-34

Denomination: United Methodist