Sermons on Edification:

The Work Of The Pastor

Contributed by W. Alderman on Apr 2, 2008

Message that shows the value of the Pastor...

THE WORK OF THE PASTOR TEXT: Titus 2:1-15 W. Max Alderman INTRODUCTION: God according to His wisdom and purpose has given the church its pastors to lead and help the church through sound Bible preaching. When this is properly done, God will honor it and ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Heart Of Worship

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Mar 22, 2005

What is worship?

Topic: Heart of Worship Text: Psalm 42:1-2 Introduction: The downfall for most of us is that we become too concerned with “church” and not concerned enough with WORSHIP What is Worship? The word comes from the original word ‘woerth scipe’; it then became ‘worth ship’ and now is simply ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 42:1-2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Destructive Power Of Unclean Speech. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 2, 2024

Words have power, and the Bible warns us about the dangers of unclean speech.

Those who speak with a foul mouth are not only harming others but also inviting darkness and destruction into their own lives. We'll explore the biblical truth about unclean speech and its consequences. The Biblical Warning 1. "But what comes out of the mouth proceeds from the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:29, Psalm 19:14, Ezekiel 18:20, Colossians 4:6

What's Up With The Church

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Feb 4, 2009

WHY ARE PEOPLE STILL INVITING FOLKS TO CHURCH WITHOUT TELLIGN THEM THE PURPOSE OF THE CHURCH?

WHAT’S UP WITH THE CHURCH INTRO: WHY IS BEING PART OF A CHURCH SO IMPORTANT? 1: MEMBERSHIP A) TO BELONG B) TO BE PART OF SOMETHING C) THIS IS A CHRISTIAN CONCEPT IN IT’S ROOTS POINT: TODAY MEMBERSHIP IS USED MUCH DIFFERENTLY, MEMBERS GET HALF OFF OR GET THE BEST SEATS THEY HAVE AN ADVANTAGE OVER ...read more

Scripture: James 5:20

Denomination: Other

Christian Liberty

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Mar 28, 2005

Sometimes its hard to know when to defer to the weaker brother. Paul gives a simple rule of thumb to help in making that decision.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: A prayer before the U.S. Senate. “Lord Jesus, thou who art the way, the truth, and the life; hear us as we pray for the truth that shall make all free. Teach us that liberty is not only to be loved but also to be lived. Liberty is too precious a thing to be buried in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:23-33

Denomination: Baptist

Let Your Strength Build Your Neighbour Not Your Selfish Ego

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Apr 24, 2019

Use your strength to help others and build them.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *LET YOUR STRENGTH BUILD YOUR NEIGHBOUR NOT YOUR SELFISH EGO* Romans 15:1-4 King James Version (KJV) 15 We then that are strong ought to bear the infirmities of the weak, and not to please ourselves. 2 Let every one of us please his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-4

Denomination: Charismatic

God Has A Plan Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Dec 3, 2008

In our society today many think that God does not have a plan. Some think God is dead, or distant, or uncaring, or not in control – but the reality check is He always has a plan and His plan is always in motion. The real thought for us today is, “Are we g

“God has a Plan” Opening Illustration: God has a plan from Blue fish Tv.com In our society today many think that God does not have a plan. Some think God is dead, or distant, or uncaring, or not in control – but the reality check is He always has a plan and His plan is always in motion. The real ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Training Our Tongues To Work God's Way Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Mar 26, 2014

1. Establish credibility with an honest tongue (vs. 25). 2. Eliminate the trash (vs. 29, 31). 3. Start encouraging other people (vs. 29). 4. Emphasize God's grace at work in our lives (vs. 29). 5. Examine the source of our speech (vs. 32).

Training Our Tongues to Work God's Way Ephesians 4:25-32 Sermon by Rick Crandall Series: The Book of Ephesians Grayson Baptist Church - March 16, 2014 (Revised May 15, 2024) BACKGROUND: *In Ephesians 4:1, Paul opened this chapter by writing, "I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Are We Ready To Go

Contributed by Ron Theis on Jul 8, 2010

Sure we want to win people to Christ, but are we ready to recieve them? Five marks of a healthy church.

Are We Ready To GO? Romans 15:1-6 A. I couldn’t help but think about this message all day yesterday. 1. Car Care Clinic. a. Tire pressures were checked, b. Anti-freeze levels checked. c. Oil levels checked. d. Transmission fluid levels checked. e. Windshield washer levels ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Anointed To Witness And Serve - Week 4 - The Language Of Heaven Series

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Aug 20, 2019

The language of Heaven is one of the facets of the sacred secret of God that was revealed at Pentecost.

“Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in spirit and in truth.” (Jn 4:23-24 NIV) Jesus said that those who believe in Him ...read more

Scripture: John 4:23-24, Mark 16:17, Acts 2:4, 1 Corinthians 14:2, Acts 13:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where There Is No Vision

Contributed by Richard Crow on May 21, 2001

If there is no vision in the church, the people and the church will perish.

Where There Is No Vision Proverbs 29:18 Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he January 6, 2001 The late Supreme Court Justice Oliver Holmes was on a train when the conductor came through collecting tickets. Holmes couldn’t find his ticket and became ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: Baptist

Staying Pumped

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Mar 23, 2003

God has given us a distinct program by which we can build our spiritual muscles.

March 23, 2003 Evening Service Text: Jude 20-23 Subject: Edification Title: Staying Pumped I know I have really been challenging you folks lately. I have challenged you to step out in the Spirit. I have asked you to forget about religion and move forward in your relationship through the spirit. ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:20-25

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Gift Of Prophecy Series

Contributed by Donna Kazenske on Nov 17, 2002

The gift of prophecy is one of the three utterance gifts that we have studied in the previous teaching. Of these three gifts, prophecy is the most important. It takes both tongues and interpretation of tongues to equal prophecy. The gift of tongues is dep

By: Donna J. Kazenske 1 Cor. 12:8-10 - ...for to one is given the word of wisdom through the Spirit, to another the word of knowledge through the same Spirit, to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healings by the same Spirit, to another the working of miracles, to another ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:5, 1 Corinthians 12:8-10

Denomination: *other

Supernatural #10: Last Days Prophetic Ministry Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Sep 20, 2009

God is raising up the last days prophetic generation that Joel prophesied about. He wants us to become a prophetic people who hear His voice, and proclaim His living word to others. When we do this, people will be encouraged, comforted, and set free

SUPERNATURAL #10: LAST DAYS PROPHETIC MINISTRY INTRO TO TOPIC: Today is our tenth week in our Supernatural Series in the Book of Acts. OPENING TEXT: “16 But this is what was spoken by the prophet Joel: 17 ’And it shall come to pass in the last days, says God, That I will pour out of My ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:16-21

Denomination: *other

Judging The Bible In One's Own Way.

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Oct 24, 2005

Oral teachings and traditions of ministers are to be tested by the written word (Act_17:11). 1Th 5:21 Prove all things; hold fast that which is good.

Judging the Bible in one’s own way. Oral teachings and traditions of ministers are to be tested by the written word (Act_17:11). ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:2-6

Denomination: Pentecostal