Sermons on Charity Edifieth:

Building The Kingdom Community Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 17, 2015

The fire that Jesus longs to cast on the earth is the Holy Spirit building a community of hope.

Thursday of 29th week in course 2015 Joy of the Gospel Those who are or were enslaved to sin, as Paul teaches, were liberated from righteousness, but it did them no good. When we have a habit of sin–whether it is pride or sloth or envy or lust or anything else–we really can’t do ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Catholic

The Joy Of The Gospel And The Option For The Poor Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Nov 24, 2015

When we act in favor of the poor–either by providing housing and food and medical care or by helping them to build systems that provide those things–we are acting as the Father and Son have done for us.

Thursday of 1st week in Advent 2015 Joy of the Gospel During the time of Advent, we look forward to the return of Our Lord Jesus Christ. The prophet Isaiah speaks of this “day of the Lord” as one based on the security provided the faithful by the Rock, the Lord God. The haughty and ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 26:1-6

Denomination: Catholic

Studies In Ephesians: Walk In Love Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 18, 2011

Study in Ephesians about how to walk in love.

Note: This is a study through the book of Ephesians as done in 1995. One of the main sources I used at the time was Beacon Bible Commentary vol. 9. Title: Walk in Love Text: Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Church Of God

What Law? And What Good Is It?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 11, 2023

Is the Law of the Old Testament good toward our salvation and sanctification, or not?

Sixth Sunday in Course 2023 Today we have an opportunity to reflect on the longest psalm in Scriptures, which is numbered 119. It’s easy to remember three psalms other than the ever-popular 22, “The Lord is My Shepherd.” Psalm 117, “praise the Lord, all you nations” is the shortest psalm, just two ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:17-37, 1 Corinthians 2:6-10, Psalm 119:1-34, 2 Corinthians 3:6, Romans 3:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

The Applause Of Heaven

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. Introduction 1.

A. Introduction 1. There is a biblical doctrine of r __ __ __ __ __ __. It holds that, since God is absolutely and perfectly just, He must punish evil and reward what is good. a. Proverbs 24:11-12 [ NIV ] Rescue those being led away to death; hold back those staggering towards slaughter. If you ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-18

Stewardship Questions We Must Answer

Contributed by Martin Wiles on May 8, 2002

Giving is a vital part of serving Christ.

Stewardship Questions We Must Answer 2 Corinthians 9:6-10 INTRODUCTION I recall one of the Andy Griffith episodes that I think illustrates very well the matter of giving. It seems Andy had been elected chairman of the needy children charity drive. They were taking up money at the schools for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Leadership Responsibilities Series

Contributed by Phillip Day on Aug 21, 2006

Christians have a responsibility to others as well as themselves.

Leadership Responsibilities 1 Timothy 5:1-25 I. Responsibility to Sinning Members (v. 1-2; Galatians 6:1-2) a. Treat older members as a father or mother (Leviticus 19:32) b. Treat younger members as a brother or sister (2 Thessalonians 3:15) II. Responsibility to Charitable Actions (v. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 5:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Make Your Calling An Election Sure

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 8, 2020

On Tuesday night I found myself, like probably many of you, up late watching CNN or whatever your favorite news outlet is. I finally went to sleep in the early hours of the morning praying asking God to work this situation out according to my will, I am just being honest.

“Make Your Calling an Election Sure” By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: - On Tuesday night I found myself, like probably many of you, up late watching CNN or whatever your favorite news outlet is. I finally went to sleep in the early hours of the morning praying asking God to work this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-10, 2 Peter 1:10

Denomination: Apostolic

From Servants To Friends

Contributed by Ken Pell on Sep 25, 2007

A Sermon on Compassionate Minsitry

From Servants to Friends Luke 10:27-37 A Sermon on compassionate ministry 27He answered: " ’Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength and with all your mind’; and, ’Love your neighbor as yourself.’" 28"You have answered correctly," Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:27-37

Denomination: Nazarene

When Should We Praise And Give Thanks? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 21, 2017

How about the business of giving thanks and praise in all circumstances?

Sunday after Ascension 2017 Extraordinary FormFrom the First Epistle of St. Peter: Beloved: The end of all things is at hand; therefore keep sane and sober for your prayers. 8 Above all hold unfailing your charity for one another, since charity covers a multitude of sins. 9 Practice hospitality ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Do You Want Patience

Contributed by John Deaton on Sep 19, 2004

In the book of James we find three things that are all part of attaining patience in our lives.

In the book of James we find three things that are all part of attaining patience in our lives. First to have patience in our lives we must.... 1. Go Through Affliction (v.7-11) A.(v.10) We can rejoice in our afflictions Mat 5:12 Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great is your reward in ...read more

Scripture: James 5:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Of The New Testament - Part 7d Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Feb 27, 2018

Part 7D is a continuation of the functions we observe in the church in its infancy, and corresponding gifts that enable and empower the functionaries to perform in their various roles.

This 13-part series of classes has been many years in the making. About 25 years ago I began in earnest to examine the features, character and characteristics of the church as it existed in its earliest years. As I sometimes do, I kept my notes all along the way, and this series of classes is to a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:4-5, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13, 1 Timothy 5:3-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Sixth Church Anniversary-River Of Life Church

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 3, 2022

This sermon is for a church's sixth anniversary, pastor appreciation, and recognition of special guest.

Sixth Anniversary Banquet 10/29/2022 Ephesians 3:20-21 1 Corinthians 12:12-21 We are here to celebrate the sixth anniversary of the River Of Life Church International, to celebrate Pastor Appreciation Month, and to recognize how God has used various members of the Body of Christ to help ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20-21, 1 Corinthians 12:12-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Gain Or Greed? Series

Contributed by Victor Yap on Sep 8, 2013

Greed

GAIN OR GREED? (1 TIMOTHY 6:6-10) An angel appears at a faculty meeting and tells the dean that in return for his unselfish and exemplary behavior, the Lord will reward him with his choice of infinite wealth, wisdom, or beauty. Without hesitating, the dean selects infinite wisdom. “Done! ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:6-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Basis For Fellowship

Contributed by Dennis Clark on Feb 8, 2005

The 7 pillars of Christian Fellowship provide the basis for true interrelationship between people, churches, denominations

North College Ave. Baptist Church Galatians 2:1-10 October 31,2004 1Then fourteen years after I went up again to Jerusalem with Barnabas, and took Titus with me also. 2And I went up by revelation, and communicated unto them that gospel which I preach among the Gentiles, but privately to them which ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist