Sermons on Epistle Of James:

A Greeting To The Saints

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Sep 16, 2018

At times the church faces challenges from without, but often the greatest danger may come from within. If we are to combat the struggles associated with false doctrine, we must be settled in the Word.

A Greeting to the Saints 2 Peter 1: 1-2 This second epistle of Peter is very similar in tone and intent to the second epistles of Paul. In large part, the second epistles were written to follow up on the first, and particularly to combat apostasy and false doctrine. Having written the first ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

That Your Joy Might Be Full: A Sermon For The 3rd Sunday In Advent

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Dec 9, 2023

Today is the 3rd Sunday in Advent in which we think about joy. What is joy? In particular, what is Christian joy? How is this connected to hope, peace, and love, the other themes we reflect upon in this season?

That Your Joy Might be Full: A Sermon for the 3rd Sunday in Advent 1 John 1:1–4 NKJV That which was from the beginning, which we have heard, which we have seen with our eyes, which we have looked upon, and our hands have handled, concerning the Word of life—the life was manifested, and we have ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Introduction To 1 Timothy Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Mar 13, 2024

This is a detailed study verse by verse. You will need to analyze, synthesize, and then summarize to fit your need.

1 TIMOTHY Introduction to Timothy I A Dangerous Heresy-- (William Barclay pg. 4) A. It is clear that in the forefront of the situation against which the Pastoral Epistles were written there was a dangerous heresy which was threatening the welfare of the Christian Church. If we can distinguish ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

2nd Thessalonians Chapter 3 (This Is A Detailed Study Verse By Verse Of Chapter 3. You Will Need To Analyze, Synthesize, And Then Summarize To Fit Your Need.) Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Sep 4, 2023

Paul warns the church to discipline unruly brethren who will not work arguing that Christ is coming so they stop their usual responsibilities and spend their time waiting on the rapture.

2nd THESSALONIANS - Chapter 3 2nd Thess. 3:1 Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you: (King James Version) 3:1 Finally, brothers and sisters, pray continually for us that the word of the Lord will spread rapidly ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Has Spoken

Contributed by Duke Jeffries on Oct 18, 2000

A. INTRODUCTION 1.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Literary and Historical Background a. Who wrote this epistle? Whoever it was had extensive training in the J __ __ __ __ __ faith, a classical G __ __ __ __ background ( every single Old Testament reference in the letter is taken from the S __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ [ "LXX" ], ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-3

Denunciation Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Feb 15, 2018

The Judaizers, who were a legalistic Jewish party, tried to combine Christ’s message of salvation within the context of the Mosaic Law. Immature Christians believed their distorted teachings, which demanded more than justification by faith alone.

August 17, 2013 The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Galatians Tom Lowe I. Introduction (1:1-10) Chapter I.B Denunciation (1:6-10) Galatians 1.6-10 (KJV) 6 I marvel that ye are so soon removed from him that called you into the grace of Christ unto another gospel: 7 Which is not another; but ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Sacramental Life In The Spirit Of Christ

Contributed by Charles Scott on Oct 17, 2006

Sacraments are signs that God is working in the midst of his people: they point toward the grace of God and proclaim the saving work of Jesus Christ.

SACRAMENTAL LIFE OR LIFE IN THE SPIRIT OF CHRIST I Corinthians 11:23-26 For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, "This is my body, which is for you; do this in ...read more

Denomination: Anglican

Life In The Spirit Of Christ

Contributed by Charles Scott on Oct 21, 2006

Jesus promised to continue with his Church: he is really present in Word and SAcrament and in the life of the Church through the indwelling Spirit.

SACRAMENTAL LIFE OR LIFE IN THE SPIRIT OF CHRIST Matthew 28:18-20 The word sacrament comes into English from a Latin word meaning oath. Christians, in using this word, are saying in this act we acknowledge God is keeping his promise. In the English Church (Anglican) Tradition, there are 7 ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Anglican

A One Talent Man

Contributed by Mark Engler on Dec 7, 2004

This morning I’d like to present to you the life of one man in the Bible who seems not to have had many talents. In fact, I doubt he thought he had any talents, and, to be truthful, I can only see one talent. But oh what a talent! It is a talent that y

“A One-Talent Man” Jn. 1:35-42, Jn. 6:5-9, Jn. 12:20-22 By: Mark Engler, Mt. Vernon Christian Church, Mt. Vernon, MO. Revised from original author Rodney Brown of Sedalia, MO. Thank you Rodney! · When was the last time you heard a really inspiring, motivating sermon? (I hope it wasn’t too long ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Give Time Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 2, 2009

Ephesians 5:16 shows us the 1) Gift of Time and the 2) Grappling with Time

You may not realize it, but your appreciation of time this morning goes well beyond the challenges of adjusting to daylight-savings time. There was a time when time was a relatively simple thing. People were born, grew up, grew old and died. Days, seasons and years past. Then along came Newton and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:16

Denomination: Other

"When Fulfillment Draws Near" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Feb 5, 2007

Sermon 14 in a study in 1 & 2 Peter

“The end of all things is near; therefore, be of sound judgment and sober spirit for the purpose of prayer. 8 Above all, keep fervent in your love for one another, because love covers a multitude of sins. 9 Be hospitable to one another without complaint. 10 As each one has received a special gift, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:7-11

Denomination: Orthodox

Living By The Word Of God

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 18, 2017

Trends in America toward less regard for the authority of Scripture are alarming. This message addresses that problem and sets forth four ways Christians should relate to the Bible.

Jeremiah 8:9 6/26/16 I want to use two passages in the Bible as my text this morning. The first one is the instruction God gave to Joshua as he began leading the nation of Israel. (Josh 1:8) “This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:9, Joshua 1:8, 2 Peter 2:20-21, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Psalm 119:9-11, Deuteronomy 8:2-4, 2 Timothy 4:2-5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Apollos Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 9, 2022

Apollos was a 1st-century Alexandrian Jewish Christian mentioned several times in the New Testament. A contemporary and colleague of Paul the Apostle, he played an essential role in the early development of the churches of Ephesus and Corinth.

Apollos Born 1st century Died 1st century Venerated in Anglican Communion Coptic Orthodox Church Eastern Orthodox Church Oriental Orthodox Churches Roman Catholic Church Feast February 13th Apollos was a 1st-century Alexandrian Jewish Christian mentioned several times in the New Testament. A ...read more

Scripture: Acts 18:24

Denomination: Baptist

A Spiritual (Let Us) Sandwich.

Contributed by Terry Hensley on Feb 6, 2002

Lettuce doesn’t stick to the ribs as well as steak and gravy, but every Christian needs a spiritual "Let Us" sandwich.

A Spiritual “Let Us” Sandwich Hebrews 10:19-25. Are we hungry this morning? Matt. 5:6, “Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.” I would like to give you this morning a Spiritual “Let Us” sandwich. I know that a lettuce sandwich doesn’t stick to ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Heart Of A Woman Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Dec 8, 2019

Greetings In The Holy Name Of Jesus Yahshuah, My sisters and brothers, I speak to the issues at-hand that behoove me to beg the difference in how we think...

The Heart Of A Woman by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (December 8, 2019) “The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it? I the Lord search the heart, I try the reins, even to give every man according to his ways, and ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 17:9, Jeremiah 17:9-10

Denomination: Friends