Sermons on Demetrius The Silversmith:

Bad Kids Of The Bible: Micah The Ephraimite Series

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Mar 6, 2011

Part three of a series of sermons inspired by the book "Bad Kids of the Bible and What They Can Teach Us" by Thomas J. Craughwell.

BAD KIDS OF THE BIBLE: MICAH THE EPHRAIMITE Text: Judges 17 – 18 Have you ever heard the saying, “What goes around comes around?” Well, the bad kid of the Bible that I am going to talk about today surely experienced that firsthand. It doesn’t seem to happen as much as ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Refiners Fire

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Jan 27, 2014

The Woman asked the silver smith, "How do you know when the silver is fully refined?" He smiled at her and answered, "Oh, that's easy when I see my image in it." This day, I want to speak of the Refiners Fire. Updated February 2025.

For those not familiar with an Anglican Service there are four Scripture Readings prior to the message. Today's readings are: Malachi 3:1-5; Psalm 126; 1 Corinthians 4:1-21 and Luke 3:1-6 Let us pray... O' Heavenly Father. You are the refiner of our souls. May we have confidence in your ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:1-4, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Romans 8:29, Romans 8:18, Ephesians 1:22, Titus 2:14, 2 Corinthians 7:1, Philippians 1:6, 1 Peter 4:12-13, 1 John 1:9, Romans 12:1-2, Nehemiah 8:10, James 1:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

The Five "Ts" Of Stewardship Series

Contributed by James Mccullen on May 17, 2005

Stewardship involves more than money. In fact there are five areas of stewardship. It is my desire to preach the Bible during the entire sermon. Please note all points and sub-points are tied to the scripture. This sermon is expository in style, you w

FAITHFUL IN THE FIVE "Ts" 1 Cor 4:1-5 1 Let a man regard us in this manner, as servants of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God. 2 In this case, moreover, it is required of stewards that one be found trustworthy. 3 But to me it is a very small thing that I should be examined by ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

Denomination: *other

3 John Lesson 3 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 15, 2019

How to treat good preachers, and correct those who mistreat others.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. This letter centers around four men: John: the writer and protector of God’s work Gaius: looked after traveling preachers Diotrephes: an egotistical leader who mistreated traveling preachers Demetrius: a leader of good reputation 2. They represent ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Apostolic Testimony

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Nov 25, 2013

The telling of the message: the imparting of a divine mystery.

THE APOSTOLIC TESTIMONY. 2 Peter 1:16-18. Peter had a genuine pastoral concern for the purity of the church after his own death, literally his “exodus” (2 Peter 1:14-15). The Apostle wrote his second letter against a background of false teaching which denied the second coming of our Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mr. Smoothie Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Oct 1, 2012

A study of the book of Daniel chapter 11 verses 20 through 45

Daniel 11: 20 – 45 Mr. Smoothie 20 “There shall arise in his place one who imposes taxes on the glorious kingdom; but within a few days he shall be destroyed, but not in anger or in battle. 21 And in his place shall arise a vile person, to whom they will not give the honor of royalty; ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 11:20-45

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Rueben Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jun 25, 2022

The book of Exodus establishes God's covenant relationship with the full-fledged nation of Israel. The descendants of Abraham prosper after settling in Egypt, only to be enslaved by a fearful, hateful Egyptian Pharaoh. God appoints Moses to lead the people out of this bondage.

His Name is Wonderful! (Exodus 6:14-25) 14 These are the heads of their fathers' households. The sons of Reuben, Israel's firstborn: Hanoch and Pallu, Hezron and Carmi; these are the families of Reuben. 15The sons of Simeon: Jemuel and Jamin and Ohad and Jachin and Zohar and Shaul the son ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 6:14-25

Denomination: Baptist

As The Silver Is, So Are We Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on May 17, 2008

Message looks at the correlation between the refining of silver and the Christian life.

As The Silver Is, So Are We Scripture: Malachi 3:1-3; 1 Peter 2:9; Matthew 13:22; 1 Corinthians 3:11-14 Introduction This will be a two part series that I have titled “As The Silver Is, So Are We.” I received an email several months ago about the refining of silver. In the email, a women’s ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:1-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

3 John

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 31, 2012

How to Take Care of Pastors

Series: One Chapter Books in the New Testament Dr. Elmer Towns Lesson: 3 John June 24, 2012 A. INTRODUCTION 1. This letter centers around four men: John: the writer and protector of God’s work Gaius: looked after ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Warfare - The Armor Of God

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Apr 26, 2025

We must be prepared for the attacks of Satan. To be prepared we much put on the "whole armor of God" and learn to use the weapons God gave us to thwart his attacks.

Prepare for Attack Ephesians 6:10-20 Intro. Over the last few weeks it seems like just about everyone is going through something. Something with health Something with finances Something this family Something with relationships I think we are under some kind of Satanic ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20, James 4:7

Denomination: Baptist

Excuse Me – Can I Get Some Directions?”

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 7, 2011

God provides everything we need to pass the stressful tests that come our way.

"Excuse Me -- Can I Get Some Directions?" James 1:5-7 OPEN: Today we are continuing in our study in the book of James. Last we introduced the book and took a look at the topic just the first couple of verses. James started out by talking about getting a different perspective on our problems. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Healthy And Thriving

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Jun 9, 2003

The Scriptures show us examples to emulate and also examples to avoid. Today, we look at an example to avoid in order to be a healthy, thriving church.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: There has been an incredible emphasis in recent years on church health. Many believe that if a local church is healthy and functioning the way it should, natural growth will be the result. The removal of growth-restricting diseases that often plague the body of ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:9-11

A Great Open Door!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Mar 25, 2014

Why did God do that? What was His purpose? And why did He place such an emphasis on the subject of being a "blessing"?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A GREAT OPEN DOOR! Genesis 12:1-3; 1 Corinthians 16:5 9 A. One day, almost 4,000 years ago, God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:5-9, Genesis 12:1-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Audience & Content Of Prayer Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Feb 8, 2010

The true and false audience and content of prayer

Why do many athletes pray before they compete? I’ve noticed with mixed martial arts fights, fighters gather with their trainers and recite the Lord’s prayer before a fight. Those that trash talk before a fight, putting down their opponent, are not the ones that I see praying. But the fighters who ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:5-8

Denomination: Other

Sacrificial Service Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Jun 12, 2016

Ruth displayed her sacrificial love and service to her mother in law, Naomi by her willingness to glean in the field of Boaz even in the heat of the sun. Such godly character produced a blessing that transformed Naomi's bitterness into hope and joy.

We are continuing our study in the book of Ruth. Last week, we studied chapter one concerning a man from Judah named Elimelech relocating his entire family to Moab, the land of pagan idol worshipers. Elimelech lived during the time of the Judges, was married to Naomi and they had two sons, named ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23

Denomination: Nazarene