Sermons on Ephesians 1 6 1:

Pt. 1 - Self Denial Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 17, 2014

An in depth study of the demands of true discipleship.

"Three Laws of the Discipleship" Pt. 1 -- Self Denial Matthew 16:24-28 Introduction: As I begin today's message let me say that the definition of what it means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ has changed radically from what the Savior spoke of in this section of Matthew's Gospel. In this chapter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24

Denomination: Baptist

The Lordship Of Christ Part 1 Series

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Nov 16, 2004

Shows that Jesus is not only Savior but Lord. That Lordship is expressed in the Kingdom. When we submit to his Lordship--we come under the protection of His Reign.

The Lordship of Christ – Part 1 1 Peter 3:15a But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. I. We know that Jesus is savior, but he is also Lord. AC 2:36 "Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Christ." 2 Peter 3:18 But grow in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In With The New Self (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Oct 11, 2016

An exegetical approach to Colossians 3

Message Outlines Week 1: Colossians 3:1-4 Focused on What’s Above Week 2: Colossians 3:5-11 Out With the Old Self Week 3: Colossians 3:12-17 In With the New Self (Part 1) Week 4: Colossians 3:12-17 In With the New Self (Part 2) Series: Colossians Week: Three Passage: Colossians ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Plugging Into The Power - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Oct 3, 2006

Second in a series on the early church. The first of a two-part message on how to get plugged into the power of the Holy Spirit.

It is a sin to be good if God has called us to be great.” Last week we began a journey to see how God can take our church from good to great. In Acts Chapter 1, we saw that Jesus commanded his followers to wait for the power that would come upon them when they received the Holy Spirit. But while ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

How Far Will You Go? Part 1

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 19, 2011

There are three questions each Christian should ask themselves when it comes to deciding just how far to go in serving the Lord. They are not easy questions, but your answers will reveal much about yourself. In 2 Corinthians 6, Paul gives us a clear choic

Answer this question for yourself: “I feel good about my life when …” In a way, the Apostle Paul could be asking the Corinthians to consider this question when they judge him. If you answer the question: “I feel best when external circumstances are not difficult and when ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:1-13

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Art Of Preparation (Lesson 1) Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 31, 2020

To establish that preaching is an art, that this skill can be taught, learned, developed and perfected. This lesson reviews the need for the church: to identify sound, capable, and, faithful men; to be trained in the "art of preaching." This lesson stresses the art of preparation.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Art of Preparation Remarks. 1. This is lesson one, in the sermon-series: "The Art of Preaching." This lesson will review the need for the church of Christ, to identify sound; capable, and faithful men, to be taught the "art of preaching" of the word ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:14-17, 2 Timothy 2:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gifts To The Bride - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on May 1, 2015

When Jesus left He gave gifts to his Bride, the church. This is a look at what those gifts are and how to use them.

Revelation 2:17 “Anyone with ears to hear must listen to the Spirit and understand what he is saying to the churches. To everyone who is victorious I will give some of the manna that has been hidden away in heaven. And I will give to each one a white stone, and on the stone will be engraved a ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:17

Denomination: Foursquare

A Voice Crying In The Wilderness Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Oct 1, 2010

1) The Person (Mark 1:1), 2) Prophecy (Mark 1:2), 3) Practice (Mark 1:4), 4) People (Mark 1:5), 5) Poverty (Mark 1:6) & 6) The Prediction by the Herald (Mark 1:7, 8)

Whether officially or by action, people take leadership of differing faith communities. The late Mother Teresa became the leader of a group of nuns in Calcutta India. Her piety and devotion, gained her a world wide voice for her cause. The Dali Lama, is the spiritual leader of Buddhism. People the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Other

Part One: Why Study Romans (Romans 1:1-7) Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Jan 9, 2022

Romans is the letter that changed the world. If we allow it to do it's work on us, we will be transformed.

Good morning. Please open your Bibles to Romans, chapter 1. We are beginning a new series today. I want to preach through the book of Romans. There is a joke among pastors, whenever they hear that someone is going to start a series on Romans. They say whenever you start a series on Romans, you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Your Identity (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Caleb Onwuka on Nov 17, 2014

Your identity in Christ. Whom you have become by the reason of the new birth. The real you in Christ.

"What about you he asked "Who do you say I am?" Peter said "You are the Messiah". (Mark 8:29). Jesus is interested in our knowledge about him. He yearns to hear us declare our understanding of His personality. What will be your answer, when you hear the Lord say to you "who ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:29

Denomination: *other

A Hiding Place For The Repentant

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Feb 8, 2016

Before we can enter into the blessings which follow forgiveness, we must first admit our sin, and acknowledge our responsibility before God.

A HIDING PLACE FOR THE REPENTANT. Psalm 32:1-11. The beatitudes of Psalm 32:1-2 remind us of Psalm 1:1-2, which describes the righteous man and proclaims him blessed. Yet, since the fall of Adam, no mere man has been born with original righteousness. The second Psalm leads us to the place where ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 32:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon 1 - Your Purpose

Contributed by Bruce Ball on Sep 21, 2005

First in a series of "Purpose-Driven" messages. This one talks about why we are here; our purpose; and our ultimate value as Christians.

All of us have questions about why we exist. I think the two most asked questions about our lives are: a) The question of reason - "Why am I here?" b) The question of value - "Do I really matter?" Now, if you go around asking different people these questions, you will get many different ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:5

Denomination: *other

Abounding In Love Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Mike Sanders on Sep 11, 2009

Love is preferring Your Brother

Abounding in love PT 1 – Preferring Your Brother T.T. 1 Thessalonians 4:9 The bible says Romans 5:8 (KJV) 8 But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Ephesians 2:10 (KJV) 10 For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

'saints" Romans Pt 1 Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Mar 6, 2007

Paul tells us in Romans 1 that we are called to be saints. A saint is an individual who has 7 spiritual qualities.

“Saints” – Romans Part 1 Opening Illustration: Almena Your Words from Blue Fish TV – This clip talks about the willingness on our part to give God all of our lives! Thesis: Paul tells us in Romans 1 that we are called to be saints. A saint is an individual who has 7 spiritual qualities. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are We Tight-Fisted Toward God? (Haggai 1:1-14) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Apr 14, 2022

God, through Haggai, challenges the people to look honestly at their lives-- their priorities, and how well that's worked out for them. God wants his house built.

Today, we start a new three week series on the book of Haggai. I should really start, by explaining something about the background of Haggai. Give you something to set it in the context of Israel's history. But I just don't want to. I'll just say this: Haggai prophesied to ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 1:1-14