Sermons on Elders Discipline:

At Work And At School, Focus On Jesus (Ephesians 6:5-9) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Oct 16, 2025

Our true boss, who we always stay aware of, is Jesus. He's the one we aim to please; his paycheck is the one we seek.

Today, we wrap up the part of Ephesians that's often called the "household code." We tend to think of the family as being one or two parents, some kids, and a dog. But in first century Rome, the household often included slaves. Many people had at least one or two. Some Roman ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Eyes Forward- Walking With God In 2026

Contributed by John Oscar on Jan 7, 2026

A quick reminder of the important things to help believers navigate the new year

Eyes Forward: Walking with God into 2026 CCCAG January 4th, 2026 ________________________________________ Introduction: Last week we talked about looking back at 2025 and the lessons we learn when we take time to examine our heart and our actions. However, we can overdo that and freeze in place ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:105, Matthew 5:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Whole Counsel Of God

Contributed by Timothy Shumer on Jun 14, 2003

In Acts 20, when Paul gives his farewell address to the Ephesian elders, we really see his heart as a pastor. What was driving him? Being aware of the necessity of being God’s "watchman." How did he accomplish this? "For I have not shunned to declare unto

Ephesus was a city in which many Jews took up residence + Here the seeds of the gospel were sown immediately after Pentecost = [Acts 2:9, 6:9] + At the close of his second missionary journey (about A.D. 51) + When Paul was returning from Greece to Syria, first visits city = [Acts 18:18-21] + He ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-35

Denomination: Baptist

A Time For Testimony Series

Contributed by Sean Harder on Nov 23, 2010

When we realize that we need nothing anymore, that God has provided everything we really need, we can show our thanksgiving to God by living for Him and helping other people find the giver of life. Like the 24 elders who get off their throne and fall down

Today we again have a little interlude from all the horror of the judgments. Thankfully God gives us these little breathers throughout Revelation because it is so intense. This is Thanksgiving weekend, and of course we should be the most thankful people of all knowing that we have a saviour that ...read more

Miracles For Moses Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Oct 31, 2021

God gave Moses 3 miracles to convince the Israelites God had sent him. But these miracles seem (to me) to be fairly unimpressive - a little like "parlor tricks." Why would God ask Moses to use them to convince the Elders of Israel that God had sent him?

(Sing) “I believe for every drop of rain that falls, a flower grows. I believe that somewhere in the darkest night, a candle glows. I believe for everyone who goes astray, someone will come to show the way. I believe, I believe. I believe above the storm the smallest pray'r will still be heard. ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Kingdom Wisdom From Proverbs

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Sep 29, 2005

Christians are citizens of God’s Kingdom needing Kingdom Wisdom as detailed by Solomon in Kingdom: Rules (The Ten Commandments); Principles (Love and Faithfulness); Decision-Making (Trust in the Lord); Economics (Honour God with our Money) and Discipline

God wants His people to have a full and satisying life. But how do we get it? Demands are made on us, with the pressures of the 21st century in terms of time and resources. We’re bombarded by the influences of the secular environment and at the same time there’s the insistent call of God as we ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

What's So Great About Gratefulness?

Contributed by Don Jaques on Dec 1, 2005

When we choose to give thanks to God in all circumstances, we reap the benefits of God’s blessings. The hearer will understand WHY he/she should give thanks to God and be motivated to develop the discipline of grateful living.

INTRO In “The Hiding Place”, Dutch woman Corrie ten Boom wrote of her family’s experience undergoing the trial of concentration camps under the Third Reich in World War II. Though not Jews themselves, she, her father, and her sister, Betsie, were sent to a series of prison camps for harboring Jews ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Meeting The Challenge: Part One Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 21, 2008

As our congregation faced the new year of 2008, each person was asked to participate in a 10 week spiritual challenge so that we could grow more like Christ. This is an introduction to the first four spiritual disciplines involved in the challenge

(a copy of the 10 Week Spiritual Challenge can be obtained by emailing Michael Luke) TEXT: SELECTED TITLE: “MEETING THE CHALLENGE: Part One” OPEN: A. Being a Christian is not easy --there are some common misconceptions concerning the Christian life 1. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Meeting The Challenge: Part Two Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jan 21, 2008

As our congregation faced the new year of 2008, each person was asked to participate in a 10 week spiritual challenge so that we could grow more like Christ. This is an introduction to the last four spiritual disciplines involved in the challenge

TEXT: SELECTED TITLE: “MEETING THE CHALLENGE: PART TWO” OPEN: A. Laurence J. Peter: “If you don’t know where you’re going, you will probably end up somewhere else.” 1. Goals are important --they help us establish: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pursuing Excellence

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jun 13, 2010

Excellence is defined as “possession chiefly of good qualities in an unusual degree; surpassing virtue, merit, worth, value”. To achieve excellence there must be discipline & tenacity of purpose. We are to pursue excellence in our walk, work, and worship

AchievementPursuing Excellence 1 Corinthians 15:58 “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding (excelling) in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord.” Introduction: One definition of “Excellence” is “the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Baptist

Transcending Tradition Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 6, 2009

While looking at the disciplines of fasting and Sabbath, this message encourages believers not to let any tradition steal their joy or their love. We can’t be so into church business that we forget what our business is, and that is to help people.

Transcending Tradition (Mark 2:18 – 3:6) Just this last week, I came across some odd laws that are still on the books around the country. I think you’ll find them quite amusing. For example, young girls are never allowed to walk a tightrope in Wheeler, Mississippi, unless it’s in a church. In ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Spirit Care 101 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 12, 2023

Spirit care is the discipline of allowing the Holy Spirit to shape us, mold us, teach us and help us to mature in our spiritual faith. So we in turn can help others come to Jesus and grow in Jesus.

Video Transition: Movie from the trailer for Jesus Revolution Spirit Care 101 Thesis: Spirit care is the discipline of allowing the Holy Spirit to shape us, mold us, teach us and help us to mature in our spiritual faith. So we in turn can help others come to Jesus and grow in Jesus. Spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-4, Hebrews 6:1, Colossians 1:9-10, John 14:15-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spirit Care 102-103 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 19, 2023

Spirit care is the discipline of allowing the Holy Spirit to shape us, mold us, teach us and help us to mature in our spiritual faith. So, we in turn can help others come to Jesus and grow in Jesus.

Video Transition: Almena your words Spirit Care 101-103 Thesis: Spirit care is the discipline of allowing the Holy Spirit to shape us, mold us, teach us and help us to mature in our spiritual faith. So, we in turn can help others come to Jesus and grow in Jesus. Spiritual Care or Growth - is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-4, Hebrews 6:1, Colossians 1:9-10, John 14:15-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spirit Care 103 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 26, 2023

Spirit care is the discipline of allowing the Holy Spirit to shape us, mold us, teach us and help us to mature in our spiritual faith. So, we in turn can help others come to Jesus and grow in Jesus.

Video Transition: Clay Spirit Care 101-103 Thesis: Spirit care is the discipline of allowing the Holy Spirit to shape us, mold us, teach us and help us to mature in our spiritual faith. So, we in turn can help others come to Jesus and grow in Jesus. Spiritual Care or Growth - is about us ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:1-4, John 14:15-18, 2 Peter 1:5-8, Romans 5:2-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Narrow Path - Lessons From A Tight Rope Walker

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 7, 2021

There are 2 paths in life; the broad way that leads to destruction and death, or the narrow way that leads to everlasting life. Traveling the narrow path requires discipline and determination to stay on task and not fall or step aside, like that of a tight rope walker.

NARROW PATH, a lesson from a tight rope walker William Akehurst, HSWC, 2021.06.06 Matthew 7:13-14; 7:13-29 WIDE BROAD WAY TO DESTRUCTION vs. THE NARROW PATH Matthew 7:13-29 (KJV) 13 Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:13-29, Matthew 7:13-14, Joshua 24:15, Deuteronomy 30:19-20, Philippians 2:12-16, 2 Corinthians 13:5, Hebrews 10:23-24, Romans 8:16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational