Sermons on Church Letters:

Answer Two: God’s Humble And Simple People Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 9, 2015

Every church needs to take this message to heart because one of the most tragic characteristics of modern society is pride and self-sufficiency.

I said last time that in Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians concerning what to do about their divided church, Paul gives 11 answers to their problem. The first answer, Paul said, was the cross. If the church would refocus on their purpose based upon the cross, the church would begin to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

Denomination: Baptist

Growing A Connoisseur Spirit

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 27, 2017

Screwtape letters by C.S. Lewis warns of a CONNOISSEUR SPIRIT of believers that love to taste and doing nothing but complaining. Let us consider how easy a life style that no roots can develop.

GROWING A CONNOISSEUR SPIRIT By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com C.S.LEWIS IN THE BOOK SCREWTAPE LETTERS warns of a satanic goal within the church that is a CONNOISSEUR SPIRIT. The devil never minds you going to church as long as you are not faithful. The devils loves donuts, ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Grace That Empowers Us Series

Contributed by Mark Armstrong on Nov 21, 2010

Talk 5 in series. A further exploration of church relationships in the light of the gospel.

What is the thing you most want in life? Perhaps its that new car or long overdue holiday. Lower interest rates on your home loan. Maybe a short break from the children or the prospect of a stress free Christmas. One researcher, Max-Neef, classifies fundamental our human needs as follows: ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:6-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God Needs More Of You

Contributed by Tommy Davis on May 23, 2009

Plea to believers to get more involved in the church.

God Needs More of You Text: Matthew 9:35-38 35 Jesus traveled through all the cities and villages of that area, teaching in the synagogues and announcing the Good News about the Kingdom. And wherever he went, he healed people of every sort of disease and illness. 36 He felt great pity for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

A New Community Of Peace Series

Contributed by David Welch on Feb 14, 2011

14th in the series dealing with the establishment of God's new community of followers.

“A New Community of Peace” Eph 2:11-22 I. Our Wealth and Worth In Christ 1-4 A. Paul blessed God for blessing us with every spiritual blessing 1:3-14 B. Paul prayed for their enlightenment 1:15-23 C. Paul detailed our resurrected life in Christ 2:1-10 D. Paul declared our awesome acceptance and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:13-21

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Partners In A Heavenly Calling

Contributed by Wes Richard on Jul 28, 2009

As the people of God, we are called to work in partnership with Christ and with each other.

I am always encouraged when people from congregations across Northern Oho can blend their gifts and energy for the good of the entire district and especially when we can worship together. Hebrews 2:12 says, “In the midst of the congregation I will praise you.” And that is what we want to do this ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-14

Denomination: Brethren

Re-Birthday Presents Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Aug 7, 2011

Each one of us needs the gifts of the others in the body for our own wholeness, as well as for the health and optimal functioning of the whole church. And all of these gifts are to be used in love.

How many of you can remember building things when you were little? At my house we had Lincoln logs and tinker toys and cedar blocks, and I could spend all day building houses. I always envied the kids who had Meccano sets, you know, the metal strips with holes in them that you could put together ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Why I Am No Longer An Evangelical

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Jun 2, 2008

The Evangelical movement has been slipping from its moorings for many years. I believe the departure from orthodoxy is now complete and it is time to separate ourselves from much that is proclaimed under the banner of “Evangelical Christianity.”

Note carefully the indefinite article. This sermon will examine Evangelical the noun. I am not speaking about being evangelical. In that sense, the word evangelical is an adjective describing ones attitude toward sharing the gospel. I am not repudiating my Christian faith, but rather the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Reservations Series

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on May 29, 2010

In shifting to a blitzkrieg examination of the role of the church in the Book of Acts, I reworked my sermon on Acts 1. This has some repetition with the other one posted a couple of years ago, but has some new material, too.

Do any of you know what is the last word in the Book of Acts? It is ακωλυτως, pronounced “ah-koh-LOO-tohs” by some and “ah-koh-LEE-tohs” by others, and means “not-hindered,” “not prevented,” “not ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-26

Denomination: *other

A Transition Of Power (Part 2) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Jan 13, 2010

A sermon examining the indwelling of the Holy Spirit.

A TRANSITION OF POWER Part 2 Acts 1:1-3 (Antioch Baptist Church: Sunday morning – February 2nd, 2025) Throughout my life I have witnessed seven transitions of power as one presidential administration handed over the responsibility of governing the United States to another. On May 6th, 2023, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

John The Authoritative Apostle Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jun 10, 2024

John starts his letter with a declaration of authority and an invitation to know you have eternal life because you have heard, seen, looked and felt the touch of the Word who was from the beginning.

You can listen to this sermon here:- https://www.npbc.org.au/podcasts/media 1 John 1:1-4 “John the Authoritative Author” This morning is the first in a 12 week sermon series on John’s Epistles. At the beginning of a series like this it helps to have an understanding of the historical background ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Pastor's Perplexity Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on May 26, 2005

In this personal section of Paul’s letter to the Galatians, Paul first appeals to them, then he fondly remembers their loving acceptance of him, and finally he reminds them of his attitude towards them.

Scripture We are working our way Sunday by Sunday through the apostle Paul’s letter to the Galatians. One of the advantages of this approach is that we cover the whole counsel of God—at least as it is revealed in this portion of God’s Word to us. By studying books of the Bible, or large sections ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:12-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Aim For Perfection

Contributed by Roger Hutto on Dec 31, 2017

The church should intentionally strive for perfection - being a church where God's presence is evident and powerful. This requires a strategy of obeying God's word, uniting on the fundamental truths of our faith, and never sacrificing unity over trivial

Aim for Perfection 2 Corinthians 13:11 Well, we have another Year in the books! We're standing at the door ready to enter into a New Year. What are we going to do with it? How are we going to approach it? We've got a couple of choices: • We can focus on the past: whether it be our successes ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

We Must Have Sound Doctrine Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 14, 2021

Based on 1 Timothy 1:1-11 - Challenges hearers to understand the need for sound doctrine in the Church.

“WE MUST HAVE SOUND DOCTRINE” 1 Tim. 1:1-11 FBCF – 6/13/21 Jon Daniels INTRO – Start w/ a quote from R.C. Sproul that I shared last week in first sermon in this “How to Do Church” series: “Without right doctrine, right living is impossible. We have not really understood Scripture if we are not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Walking With God's Family Series

Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Aug 31, 2009

Becoming as devoted to each other as we are to Jesus is what it takes to walk successfully with other Christ-followers. Let’s explore that together.

BIG IDEA: Walking with God’s family involves handling disclosure correctly, exercising discernment and becoming as devoted to each other as we are to Jesus Christ. 1. We Must Handle Disclosure Correctly. What does it mean to disclose something? To disclose something means to reveal it, to make ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:9

Denomination: Baptist