Sermons on Effort:

If They’ve Already Been Saved, Why Does God Judge Christians? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 15, 2014

A look at how Christians can make sure that they're ready for judgment.

WHY DOES GOD JUDGE CHRISTIANS? Christians will be judged, not for salvation but for rewards. - 1 Corinthians 3:11-15. - There are two judgments: one for the unsaved and one for the saved. The one for the unsaved is a judgment for heaven or hell and it doesn’t end well. The one for the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:11-15

Denomination: Baptist

Chosen

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Mar 21, 2011

He has chosen us.

Joh 15:16 Ye have not chosen me, but I have chosen you, and ordained you, that ye should go and bring forth fruit, and that your fruit should remain: that whatsoever ye shall ask of the Father in my name, he may give it you. When God desires to shake, shock, or shape any age in order to save ...read more

Scripture: John 15:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Harvest Series

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Apr 21, 2012

Plant so that you can have a harvest.

Harvest! “He that gathereth in summer is a wise son: but he that sleepeth in harvest is a son that causeth shame” (Prov. 10:5). o Spring is planting season. • Everybody is talking about rainfall, when it will stop or when it will start. • Ground is being broken up and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 10:5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Matthias Mystery

Contributed by David Wilson on May 2, 2012

Was choosing Matthias as a replacement for Judas really God's will?

Acts 1:12-26 The Mystery of Matthias Perhaps one of the greatest mysteries confronting us in regards to the work of the early church regards the selection of Matthias as a replacement for Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Christ. Was this an appropriate action on the part of the early church or ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:12-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Christmas Gift Of Detachment

Contributed by James Kevin Bachmann on Dec 17, 2011

The gift of detachment will benefit us much more than any material gift.

The Christmas Gift of Detachment “What did you get for Christmas?” people often ask after the long-awaited day arrives on Dec. 25. They wait for the coming of Jesus as they do the coming of St. Nicholas, or Santa Claus. I read a story this week about a superior who received gifts from ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:26-38

Denomination: Catholic

Stewardship And Life Management 4 Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jul 25, 2012

Money and giving, how much who to, now what is this all about? I acknowledge the work of Dr Harry Wendt and his material "In Heavens Name, Why on Earth?’ Which inspired this additional writing, as my way of explaining in New Zealand english, to a speci

Stewardship and Life Management Four This material should be used in conjunction with Dr Harry Wendt’s “In Heavens Name, Why on Earth?” The Priesthood Defined We Christian’s have a thing build into us by the Spirit of God, and this thing comes about due to the life change that occurs when we ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 19:5-6

Denomination: Salvation Army

Ye Are The Salt Of The Earth And The Light Of The World

Contributed by Arliss Beavers on Jun 5, 2008

When we witness and apply salt to preserve mankind, salt should sting. Light invades darkness. Salt invades the meat without asking its permission.

5-18-08 Salt of the Earth, Light of the world Matt 5:1-13 (particularly verse 13) Salt preserves - salt keeps from spoiling - salt also stings *** - does our witness ever produce a sting? - Similar to light, which invades darkness. light never asks for permission to invade darkness - salt ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-13

Denomination: Church Of God

Status Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Feb 25, 2019

Our status as unique children of God – in contrast to unbelievers – carries with it a host of implications.

Status (I John 2:28-3:3) 1. A not-so-bright woman noticed that her coworker has a thermos, so she asks her what it's for. She responds, "It keeps hot things hot and cold things cold." The not-so-bright woman immediately buys one for herself. The next day, she goes to work and proudly ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Eastern Spirituality And Christian Prayer....compatible?

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Oct 23, 2017

The objection that caution be exercised, that illusions are possible, may appear contrary to evidence.

“Catholic doctrinal truth and sound spirituality are companions. They support and protect each other...” page 99 “In the more esoteric instances of pursuing experiences of God, the labyrinth of the soul’s interiority is the temple where the religious seeker must make pilgrimage. The passage is no ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

A Chronological Time Line Of Last Day Events

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Nov 17, 2018

This is a Chronological Study Aid for End Time Events. There is obviously a lot more than can be added but my intention was to inspire study.

Revelation 1:7 - Behold, he cometh with clouds; and every eye shall see him, and they also which pierced him: and all kindreds of the earth shall wail because of him. Even so, Amen. Signs of the Imminent Return of Jesus 1. God promised 490 years of His prophetic dealings with Israel and the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:7

Denomination: Church Of God

"Push"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 20, 2016

I found this acronym "PUSH" Pray Until Something Happens. The message is the importance of prayer.

P-U-S-H Luke 11:1-13 A man was sleeping one night in his cabin when suddenly his room filled with light, and God appeared. The Lord told the man he had work for him to do, and showed him a large rock in front of his cabin. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

Denomination: Methodist

The Great Commission Series

Contributed by Scott Jewell on Aug 17, 2016

In English class, we've been given five questions to answer in every circumstance. How does answering those questions help us understand the marching orders we've been given in the Great Commission?

In 1944, Lt. Hiroo Onoda of the Japanese military was commissioned to guerilla warfare with squad of 4 in a remote island of the Phillippines. From the end of WWII, various leaflets and propaganda pieces were dropped onto the island to notify Onoda that the war was over, but he was sure it was a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Game Day - Pt. 4 - 2 Minute Warning Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Sep 8, 2018

The game is decided by those who get in the game, not by those who sit in the stands! It is Game Day. Are you on the field?

The 2 Minute Warning I. Introduction As much work, energy, effort and sweat that has been invested into a game it is inevitable. It is just a matter of time. The clock will run down. Time is ticking down. 2 minutes are left. Execution must now tighten. Everyone’s best effort must be given. The ...read more

Scripture: John 4:35, Ephesians 5:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Married To A Murderer

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 15, 2011

Exposition of Hebrews 13 regarding must not forget to pray for our brothers and sisters in Christ.

Text: Heb 13:3, Title: Married to a Murderer, Date/Place: NRBC, 11.13.11, AM A. Opening illustration: story of Adel, Hearts of Fire, pp. 5-44 B. Background to passage: this is a simple instruction for those among a persecuted church to remember those that in chains and suffering for Jesus. The ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:3

Denomination: Baptist

Falling In Love Is Only The Beginning: 4 Steps To Preparing Series

Contributed by Vince Miller on Oct 3, 2019

Between the day of the proposal and the wedding day, there’s a tremendous opportunity for a man to prepare for a life together with his new bride.

Falling in Love Is the Beginning, Not the End Between the day of the proposal and the wedding day, there’s a tremendous opportunity for a man to prepare for a life together with his new bride. While a lot of time, energy, and money will be spent on the wedding event, marriage is much more than a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:24

Denomination: Baptist