Sermons on Edifying Speech:

The Credentials Of The Apostle Peter (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on May 25, 2014

A sermon addressing the credentials of a true minister.

The Credentials Of The Apostle Peter (Part 1: His Ministry) II Peter 1:16-21 Generally, when a minister is ordained he will meet with the Presbytery (or ordination council as some may call it) prior to the formal ordination service. This is a time when others who have already been through the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

What Good Is Church?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 4, 2020

Church is taking a bashing, but it was created and called for by God.

We live in a time in the Western Church where people are seeing less and less value in attending church. They say that God is omnipresent and in our hearts so why can’t we just be part of the invisible church? Why can’t we be Digital Disciples and just watch ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:23-25, Acts 6:3-4, Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Credentials Of The Apostle Peter (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Nov 5, 2018

A sermon examining the authenticity of Peter's ministry.

The Credentials Of The Apostle Peter (Part 1 – His Ministry) II Peter 1:16-21 Generally, when a minister is ordained he will meet with the Presbytery (or ordination council as some may call it) prior to the formal ordination service. This is a time when others who have already been through ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:16-21

Denomination: Baptist

Love, The Most Excellent Way

Contributed by Steve Malone on Feb 9, 2021

In this MSG we will look at 3 reasons why love really is the most excellent way.

"THE MOST EXCELLENT WAY" TEXT: I CORINTHIANS 13 “A NEW COMMND I GIVE YOU; LOVE ONE ANOTHER AS I HAVE LOVED YOU SO YOU MUST LOVE ONE ANOTHER. BY THIS ALL MEN WILL KNOW THAT YOU ARE MY DISCIPLES IF YOU LOVE ONE ANOTHER" -- JOHN 13:34,35 "DEAR FRIENFDS, LET US LOVE ONE ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Law, Property Rights Series

Contributed by Bruce Landry on Dec 28, 2002

Let’s walk with Israel as God gives HIS vision of proper property laws. God will show what is expected in negligence, rights against theft and rights against harming the property of others or when your property is harmed. Needless to say it is a far cry

God’s Law, Property Rights Property damaged by negligence Property rights against theft Property rights against bringing harm Exodus 21:33-22:15 DBF, Sunday Sermon, 12/29/02 In today’s society we do hear a lot bantered about regarding rights. Of course properly stated most of the arguments are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Enemies Of Faith - Discouragement

Contributed by Mike Hullah on Mar 14, 2005

Continuing look at enemirs of faith. This week discouragement based upon the Book of Nehemiah. Discouragement that comes through Foes, Friends and False Prophets.

Enemies of Faith – Discouragement Today we continue in our series of enemy to our faith – we have dealt with “The Divided Mind” and “Fear” - now we will look at discouragement using portions of the Book of Nehemiah. The tool used to bring discouragement is the tongue – whether in criticism, ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Worship: Drawing Close To The Heart Of God Series

Contributed by David Yarbrough on May 20, 2002

What we do in one hour of corporate worship each week is to be a reflection of what we as individuals are doing the other 167 hours a week. In fact, God despises corporate worship if the worshipers have hearts that are not right with Him.

Intro: Back in 1992 when the Dallas Cowboys were preparing to play the San Francisco 49rs for the NFC Championship in San Francisco the Cowboys had a pep-rally at Texas Stadium. The audience cheered wildly for each player when he was introduced. The fans carried banners. They painted their fans and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:42-47, Psalm 100:4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unsearchable Riches Of Jesus

Contributed by Ed Taylor on May 22, 2002

The riches found in Jesus are inexhaustible!

OPEN YOUR BIBLES TO ACTS 2 and EPHESIANS 3 1. The Church of Jesus Christ is amazing… a. The ‘Church’ at large, across the face of the earth. b. Millions of people are worshipping Jesus Christ today. c. Enjoying His Presence, Proclaiming His Name… d. The Gospel of Jesus Christ is powerful… e. No ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Judging

Contributed by David Tack on Aug 31, 2011

Biblical Judging

Judging (1) AN INTRODUCTORY STORY: Steven Covey tells in 7 Habits for Highly Effective People, the story of a man who riding an a bus and was greatly disturbed at a young boy who was running up and down the aisle of the bus screaming and laughing at the top of his lungs, while the young ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

3 Facts About Attitude

Contributed by Donnie De Loney on Feb 4, 2010

This sermon deals with our thinking and ways to help ourselves and other with attitudes

3 Facts About Attitude Proverbs 23:7 Next to knowing Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, nothing is more important than having a good positive attitude. Your attitude WILL: 1. MAKE OR BREAK YOU 2. HEAL OR HURT YOU 3. Make FRIENDS or ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Godly Lessons From An Ungodly Leader Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 1, 2018

1. Evil will always rise when God is rejected (vs. 18-20). 2. Christ is in control (vs. 18-19). 3. We should always give glory to God (vs. 20-23). 4. We should always keep our minds on our mission (vs. 24-25).

Godly Lessons from an Ungodly Leader Acts 12:18-25 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - April 13, 2014 BACKGROUND: *Tonight, we come to the surprising and gruesome end of a story that began with the murder of James the brother of John, and the arrest of the Apostle Peter. Peter was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

By The Grace Given Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Jan 31, 2014

By God’s grace we are motivated to do right, to live right. 1- By God’s grace we humble ourselves 2- By God’s grace we honor others 3- By God’s grace we use our gifts

INTRO.- You’ve been graced by God whether you realize it or not! ILL.- When Billy Graham was driving through a small southern town, he was stopped by a policeman and charged with speeding. Graham admitted his quilt, but was told by the officer that he would have to appear in court. The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8, Romans 12:2-3

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Shoot The Messenger

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Jul 19, 2021

Jeremiah was a major prophet in the Old Testament. He was sent to wake up the people of God. The children of Israel were falling away from the Lord God. They began to worship false gods, so the Lord sent Jeremiah to preach a message of repentance and to preach a message of the law.

TITLE: DON’T SHOOT THE MESSENGER SCRIPTURE: JEREMIAH 26:8-15 There is a saying that is heard frequently, “DON’T SHOOT THE MESSENGER!” What it means is whatever the messenger is delivering, it’s not their fault, it’s not their message. • If you don’t like the message, then go to its source ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 26:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

"Stepping Out” Pt. 6 Series

Contributed by Sean Dees on Mar 3, 2022

We have to share and write the vision in clear and simple ways so that the believers can see it and run with it. We have to get them to see what we are seeing from the Lord.

In this series we have gone from the former things to the latter. I asked for you to get plugged in to the vision, and then challenged you to leave your comfort zone and run to the gift zone, which prepared you for the challenge zone which takes you to the end zone. I told you that you have a ...read more

Scripture: Habakkuk 2:2-3, Matthew 14:22-32

Love The Word, Learn The Word, Live The Word

Contributed by Russell (Rusty) Pruitt on Aug 29, 2022

If people are to be saved, it is absolutely essential that they hear the Bible, the Word of God.

LOVE THE WORD, LEARN THE WORD, LIVE THE WORD TEXT: Matthew 22:36-40 Introduction: Jesus answered this question with finality. He was referring back to Deuteronomy 6:4-5, where Moses reminded the Israelites of what God had said – but more than just, “said,” He gave a “Commandment,” that we, His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:36-40

Denomination: Baptist