Sermons on Christian Zeal:

Christian Adversity

Contributed by Orvel Barker on Aug 2, 2003

Adversity is to be expected in the life of a Christian, but how we handle adversity will determine it’s effect and outcome in our life.

Intro: Paul’s main emphasis here seems to be that God has opened a door for effective ministry and that he has faced much opposition. Opposition was not new to Paul neither is it uncommon for any believer, for the Bible tells us that we have an adversary the devil, who goes about as a roaring ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:5-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christian Forgiveness

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 7, 2003

This is a study in Philemon.

CHRISTIAN FORGIVENESS Philemon Just because a book of the Bible is small in length does not mean it is small in meaning. Philemon is one of these books. Onesimus was a slave owned by Philemon, who was a wealthy Christian living in Colosse and a friend of Paul’s. Onesimus robbed Philemon ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1-25

Denomination: Baptist

Christianity In The Workplace

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 16, 2002

Christians have responsibilities in the workplaces, both as employers and employees.

Introduction: In the passage that was read a few moments ago from the book of Colossians, Paul’s teaching was accompanied by a great deal of tension. It’s hard for us to even imagine today the vast extent of slavery in the first century and just how cruel it was. Ancient historians estimate ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Joyful Christian

Contributed by Troy Mason on Aug 23, 2002

A call to be joyful in our walk with the Lord

The Joyful Christian Psalm 100 Introduction: Several years ago, the #1 song on the pop charts was titled “Don’t Worry, Be Happy”. It had a snappy, tropical sort of beat, and left people with the feeling that everything was okay. It left them feeling relaxed and good about themselves and their ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 100:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian Soldier

Contributed by Danny Thomas on Sep 5, 2002

A Discription of the attributes of the Christian soldier

The Christian Soldier 2 Timothy 2:1-4 1 You therefore, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. 2And the things that you have heard from me among many witnesses, commit these to faithful men who will be able to teach others also. 3You therefore must endure[1] hardship as a good ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Sleeping Christians

Contributed by John Collier on Sep 13, 2002

The actions of a christians and their results when they are not dedicated to the work of God

TITLE: SLEEPING CHRISTIANS TEXT: Luke 22: 39-46 INTRODUCTION: Dwight L. Moody, by his own admission, made a mistake on the eighth of October 1871 -- a mistake he determined never to repeat. He had been preaching in the city of Chicago. That particular night drew his largest audience yet. His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:39-46

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Essentials

Contributed by Norbert Garcia on Sep 17, 2002

What three elements are needed for a more personal relationship with God?

CHRISTIAN ESSENTIALS How has your life been? Is it a life that you are willing to document, photograph, and televise to everyone? Is it a life that you are willing to live over again - without any changes? In other words, in totality, are you perfectly satisfied with the life that you have ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:4-7

Denomination: Adventist

The Christian's Privilege

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Sep 18, 2002

There are many precious privileges that come with being a child of God. Sadly, most of these privileges remain unclaimed by Christians.

THE CHRISTIAN’S PRIVILEGE I Jn. 1:9-2:2 INTRO. When you came to Jesus Christ for salvation, not only was your eternal destiny secured but you were granted the greatest privilege ever afforded to man. You were promised by God that if you would confess your sins He would forgive them. Most ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Christian's Privilege

Contributed by Howard Parnell on Sep 22, 2002

In Christ, we have both an advocate and a propitiation. This will prove to be a great blessing when we stand before God.

THE CHRISTIAN’S PRIVILEGE I Jn. 1:9-2:2 INTRO. When you came to Jesus Christ for salvation, not only was your eternal destiny secured but you were granted the greatest privilege ever afforded to man. You were promised by God that if you would confess your sins He would forgive them. Most ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Christian's Beware

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 8, 2001

exposition on Matt ch7

CHRISTIANS BEWARE Matthew 7 v. 15 - 29 Beware of:- 1. False prophets v. 15 - 20 Jesus speaks of a :- (a) A dangerous crowd "beware" - they exist, have existed in the past, and will exist in the future. (b) A deceitful crowd "wolves in sheeps clothing" - disguised as genuine. (c) A deadly crowd ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:15-29

Denomination: Holiness

Counterfeit Christianity

Contributed by Michael Bowen on Nov 20, 2001

Four tests to examine your Christianity.

Counterfeit Christianity - Matthew 7:13-27 Introduction: A man had died and appeared at the gates of heaven. St. Peter told the man that in order to get into heaven he had accumulate 100 points based on how he lived his life. St. Peter asked the man to begin describing his life. The man said, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Christian Church

Contributed by Miles Anderson on Nov 25, 2001

With so many things missing from the church and Christian lives it’s time to look again at the 8 Charesteristics that wrere present in the first Churh.

A CHRISTIAN CHURCH Introduction: Isn’t I funny that everyone around can’t regonize the living God at work in the world today. God has given us truth and salvation through Jesus and this world refuses to acknowledge the living savior, Jesus. It doesn’t amaze me because Peter wrote about it in his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Baptist

Be A "Fashionable" Christian

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Nov 29, 2001

how God wants us to put on the clothing of Christ and armor of light in these dark times

December 2, 2001 Romans 13:11-14 11 And do this, understanding the present time. The hour has come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. 12 The night is nearly over; the day is almost here. So let us put aside the deeds of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Christian Servanthood

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Jan 5, 2002

A very practical study on the necessity of servanthood, what servanthood is and is not, and the qualities of a Christian servant-leader.

Christian Servanthood I. Being a servant is necessary for the believer and for Christian leadership. Matthew 20:20-28 20 Then the mother of James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came to Jesus with her sons. She knelt respectfully to ask a favor. 21 "What is your request?" he asked.She replied, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28, Acts 6:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Christian Courage

Contributed by Martin Field on Aug 7, 2001

Reflecting on Joseph of Arimathaea’s courage in stepping forward to bury Jesus, the sermon encourages Christians to be bold and courageous today.

In the Episcopal Church, today is the feast day of Joseph of Arimathaea, one of the more obscure New Testament characters. All that is known for certain about Joseph comes from the Gospel narratives of Jesus’ burial. Though John speaks of Joseph as a secret disciple of our Lord, and associates ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:50-56

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican