Sermons on Edifying Speech:

For To Me, To Live Is Christ And To Die Is Gain.

Contributed by Barnabas Park on Jan 25, 2017

Prepare your life for the final graduation, which is a commencement of new life whether in endless hope or hopeless end.

For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. Phi 1:21 On June 12, 2005, exactly today 11 years ago, Steve Jobs delivered a speech to the graduating class at Stanford University. So outstanding was his speech that many call the speech as the most memorable, best, life-changing and even ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21

Denomination: Baptist

Accept One Another Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 18, 2003

It’s not our job to change other people; instead, we’re called to accept those who are wired differently than we are.

January 26, 2003 Scripture Text: Romans 14:1- 15:7 Speaker: Brian Bill Series Overview Accept One Another How many of you will be watching the Super Bowl today? While some of you won’t even turn on your TV, according to a poll released by Time magazine, 40% of us will watch just to see the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

When Shall We Be One?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 9, 2004

Truth separates so we need a scorecard and denominations until we are Raptured.

We sing the songs of Zion saying that we are one in the Spirit and one in the Lord and while we are marching we are not divided all one body we, but in practice we are not. We sing the ideals and walk in the stark reality. Paul emphasizes in Ephesians 4:4-6 the unity and oneness of the Church ...read more

Scripture: John 16:12-15

Denomination: Baptist

Serving To The End Series

Contributed by Leroy Redding on Jul 10, 2007

Malachi #8

Serving to the End Malachi 3:13-18 A man stopped by a house with a sign out front that said, “Talking Dog For Sale.” The owner directed him to the backyard to see the dog. He was pretty skeptical and called out, “You talk?” “Yep,” the mutt replied. The man then said, “So, what’s your story?” ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Baptism Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015

The Baptism of the Holy Spirit WHAT IT IS -- WHAT IT DOES FOR YOU -- HOW TO RECEIVE IT

The Baptism of the Holy Spirit WHAT IT IS -- WHAT IT DOES FOR YOU -- HOW TO RECEIVE IT BIBLICAL BACKGROUND "All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1

Denomination: Foursquare

The Gifts Of The Body Of Christ

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Oct 26, 2020

God through His Son as blessed the body of Christ with gifts to equip the body.

God in His love for us all as the body of Christ has chosen to bless us all with different gifts that will help us the body of Christ to grow in Him and to help each other in the things of the kingdom. The focus of all this gifts is the kingdom of God and not for our selfish needs. The Kingdom of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8, 2 Corinthians 9:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 27, 2024

Jesus made an important promise to His followers regarding spiritual power: And behold, I send the promise of my Father upon you: but tarry ye in the city of Jerusalem, until ye be endued with power from on high. (Luke 24:49).

SERIES: UNDERSTANDING POWER PRINCIPLES THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT - POWER PRINCIPLE TWO OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this chapter you will be able to: • Give a Biblical reference which reveals the relation of the Holy Spirit to power. • Identify the main purpose of the power of the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

The Christian Teacher’s Integrity

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jan 18, 2011

James highlighted the grave responsibility of the Christian teacher’s integrity. Inconsistencies may exist which can undermine the Christian teacher’s integrity. 4 Inconsistencies undermining the Christian teacher’s integrity are...

The Christian Teacher’s Integrity—James 3:1-18 Attention: The teachers we remember: Elementary School: Mrs. Kluttz—1st grade Mrs. Smeltzer—2nd grade Mrs. Elaine Kluttz—4th grade These all expressed such love for us. They cared about our hurts & wanted us to succeed. In a way, these were sort of ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

The Church And The World

Contributed by Zivanai Dimasi on Apr 12, 2002

The church and the world are distinctly separate institutions with aims, tastes and attachments essentially different.

It is my pleasure to stand before you sharing the word of God. It is a living word, a word, which gives life, a word that gives understanding, a word which knowledge, a word which gives anything good, which you can think of. "It is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Think Before You Speak Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Feb 23, 2012

We have the glorious privilege to choose our words. This privilege is one of the main reasons we are to gain wisdom. The righteous speak wise words. Thus they are fitting or appropriate & give life to people & situations.

PROVERBS 10: 11-14, 18-21, 31-32 THINK BEFORE YOU SPEAK These verses address the subject of talking. Speech is one of the most distinguishing gifts of man. The faculty of speech offers immense influence either for good or evil. It is the principle channel by which we will affect people and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:11-32

Denomination: Baptist

To Boldly Go Where No Christian Had Gone Before

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Nov 12, 2002

Stephen was the first Martyr. He perservered in his character, speach, and his death. This sermon looks at the life of Stephen

Stephen: Willing To Go Were No Christian Had Gone Before Acts 6:1-8:1 Introduction A. One of my favorite expressions to make fun of is “it is to die for” B. The old cook at the Lighthouse loved to use this one C. These cookies are to die for D. This quiche is to die for E. (Some how it always ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Keys To Effective Evangelism Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 15, 2006

There are three things Pauls gives to us in the passage that will help us to be more effective soul-winners.

INTRODUCTION • I want you to take a look in your bulletin for a moment. • I would like for you to look on the inside cover if you would. • On the inside cover you will find a purpose statement. This statement summarizes why we are here as a church. • When you look at the statement, it really ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 4:2-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Setting The Bar High

Contributed by Rajendra Kadia on Jun 9, 2021

God expects believer to be an example for other believers

Introduction: Have you seen the high jump competition in the Olympics? How the champions are decided? Most of the times there are 2 or 3 finalist and the bar is set for each one to clear. Next attempt is done with bar set higher and the person who clears the bar set at highest position wins. In ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Proclaiming Christ Crucified Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Feb 5, 2011

In today's lesson we are urged not to present the gospel according to the world's wisdom. Instead of relying on logic and rhetoric, we should focus our attention on the central message of the Person and Work of Jesus Christ.

Scripture Today we continue studying The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. Christians in the church at Corinth had misunderstood the nature of wisdom with regard to salvation. From Paul’s perspective human wisdom opposes God’s ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"When Friends Fail” Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 15, 2019

Job’s three friends talked too much and listened too little. We should resist interpreting God’s will for another person’s disaster. What people really need is compassionate listeners. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Good Advice (2). Job's comforters (2:11-13): • Eliphaz will speak from a viewpoint of his experience. • Bildad will speak from the viewpoint of tradition • Zophar will speak from the viewpoint of his own assumptions • Elihu will speak from the viewpoint of an angry ...read more

Scripture: Job 2:11-13

Denomination: Brethren