Sermons on Equal Members:

The Benefits Of Justification By Faith In Christ Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Feb 2, 2010

We are continuing our study in the Book of Romans. The apostle Paul takes it for granted that he has proved that justification is by grace through faith and that the Gentiles have an equal part with the Jews in salvation by faith in Christ Jesus. Now he p

The Benefits of Justification by Faith in Christ Romans 5:1-5 “Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ: By whom also we have access by faith into this grace wherein we stand, and rejoice in hope of the glory of God. And not only so, but we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-5

Denomination: Methodist

Material Blessings For Spiritual Blessings

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Apr 25, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Will you bring your money in exchange of your salvation? YES II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that material blessings are not enough to equal GOD's spiritual blessings in our lives. IV. TEXT: Roma

I. EXORDIUM: Will you bring your money in exchange of your salvation? YES II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that material blessings are not enough to equal GOD's spiritual blessings in our lives. IV. TEXT: Romans 15:27 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) They ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:27

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Seven Spirits Of God

Contributed by Jeff Van Wyk on Nov 23, 2012

The Holy Spirit, the Third Person of the Trinity, co-equal in glory, substance and essence with the Father and the Son, is the very Breath of God. He represents the total authority and rule of God, the very life of God, and the essence of who God is. Beli

The Seven-Fold Ministry of the Holy Spirit Jesus acknowledged the Spirit of the Lord upon Him (Luke 4:18), which speaks of the anointing and power present to destroy the works of the enemy. This refers in particular, to the seven-fold ministry of the Holy Spirit. “And there shall come ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 11:1-3

Denomination: Charismatic

7, The Sword Of The Spirit, Which Is The Word Of God Series

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Dec 1, 2019

If a Roman soldier went into battle and forgot to bring his sword, he would be in real trouble. We are equally foolish if we try to live in the battleground of our world without a solid grasp of God's word, the Bible.

This morning we will finish our look at Paul’s Letter to the Ephesian Church, with the last of the pieces of armor that make up the full armor of God. It is God’s desire for each one of us to be able to stand firm in this dangerous world, to be able to stand our ground, able to keep the faith, to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

The Full Gospel Of Jesus Christ

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 24, 2022

Romans does not afford us the luxury of hearing an incomplete Gospel message. Paul lifts the idea of God's Righteousness and Wrath. Both are revealed and should be preached with equal clarity. God’s standard exposes the folly of men.

Sermon – The Full Gospel of Jesus Christ Scripture Text - Ro 1:16-22 “16 For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes—the Jew first and also the Gentile.[a] 17 This Good News tells us how God makes us right in his sight. This is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-22, Romans 3:21-23, John 3:16, Mark 8:38

Denomination: Methodist

Standing For God’s Truth

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jan 16, 2023

We live in world of compromise where people are letting go of standards, values, and morals to have recognition, position, titles, clout, and prestige. Society has pushed for the lowering of standards with the so-called premise of improving equality, acceptance, and accessibility.

Standing for God’s Truth By Bishop Melvin L. Maughmer, Jr. Psalm 119:1-4 says, “Blessed are the undefiled in the way, who walk in the law of the Lord. Blessed are they that keep his testimonies, and that seek him with the whole heart. They also do no iniquity: they walk in his ways. Thou hast ...read more

Scripture: John 18:37-38

Denomination: Apostolic

Family Favoritism

Contributed by Jm Raja Lawrence on Sep 25, 2023

God loves us all equally, regardless of our family background. But what does the Bible say about favoritism within families? Join us today as we explore this topic in light of Romans 2:11, which teaches us that "God does not show favoritism."

Introduction: I. Recognizing the Chains of Favoritism Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, it is a privilege to stand before you today and delve into a topic that affects us all—family favoritism. In our journey together through the Scriptures, we aim to gain a deeper understanding of God's ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:11, James 2:1, Leviticus 19:15, Proverbs 28:21, Genesis 37:4, Proverbs 14:21, Galatians 2:11-13, Colossians 3:25, Romans 13:14, John 13:34-35, Matthew 5:43-48, Genesis 1:27, Ephesians 5:31-32, Psalm 133:1, Ephesians 6:1-4, Colossians 3:13-14, Romans 8:28, James 2:8-9, 1 Corinthians 12:12-13, Galatians 5:13, Ephesians 4:3-6, 1 Corinthians 1:10, Colossians 3:14, Luke 10:25-37, Matthew 25:35-36, James 2:14-17, Ephesians 4:32, 1 Peter 3:8, Philippians 2:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Christ's Mind Of Serenity Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Mar 16, 2018

To establish that Christ had a mind of submission, sacrifice and serenity (great patience); when He came to earth, to do the will of His Father. This lesson is the last of three in the series: “The Mind of Christ.”

INTRODUCTION Outline. Christ’s Mind of Serenity Remarks. 1. Today we are going to be discussing the mind of Christ. The beloved apostle Paul encourages the saints at Philippi to: “If there be therefore in a consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Basic Christian Doctrines

Contributed by Frank Gallagher on Nov 30, 2000

These are the Christian doctrines that are the basis for my Abiding In The Word ministry..

BASIC CHRISTIAN DOCTRINES (John 8:31-32) [HTTP formatted version of this sermon is located at http://members.aol.com/abidingitw/docstate.html] Doctrinal Basis. I adopt the following Statement of Faith as my interpretation of Bible doctrine: BIBLE - The Bible alone, and in its entirety in ...read more

Scripture: John 8:31-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Finding Your Place Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on May 10, 2009

How do you get a sense of well being, identity and purpose? Is it by how you feel inside and how you compare to others outside? Paul gives us some wonderful advice on how to deal with this as a member of the body of Christ.

Last time we talked about how to respond to God’s mercy—by making ourselves available to God by putting ourselves on the altar as a living sacrifice, shunning the molding of the world on our character externally, while embracing the transformation of our character internally by the presence of the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What Time Is It?

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 9, 2001

Funeral message for Mr. Jeremiah Reese, a businessman to whom one of our members had witnessed in his closing weeks, and who requested that his funeral focus on Ecclesiastes 3.

The other night, as all too often happens, I fell asleep in front of the television set, watching who-knows-what and who-knows-why. It’s just one of the more disturbing realities about getting a little older – that if I sit still for more than about twenty minutes, I’ll get sleepy. I’ll try to ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Swollen Heads Vs. Smelly Feet

Contributed by Ted Sutherland on Nov 4, 2001

Maybe our problem is that our egos have been inflated by the position that we hold that we have become not servants but members of a serve-me-please pharisaical class of clergy.

After a minister had preached a searching sermon on pride, a woman who had heard the sermon waited upon him and told him that she was in much distress of mind, and that she would like to confess to a great sin. The minister asked her what the sin was. She answered, “The sin of pride, for I sat ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

The Tale Of Two Tithers Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Aug 21, 2004

When Satan messes with the motives of members of the church, he makes my money more meaningful than my membership. But the cost is high! Hidden sin has an unhappy ending.

The Tale of Two Tithers An older man was walking on the beach and found a magic lamp. He picked it up, rubbed it, and a genie appeared. "Because you have freed me," the genie said, "I will grant you a wish." The man thought for a moment and then responded, "My brother and I had a fight 30 years ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Making A Big Deal Out Of A Widow Woman":

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on May 11, 2004

This preacher had but one church member in Chapter 17 who believed in him, but it was enough encouragement to give Elijah the boldness to call down fire from Heaven in Chapter 18!

“Making a Big Deal out of a Widow Woman” How God provided for Elijah... God could no longer bless the nation of Israel. Elijah was instructed by God to go to wicked King Ahab and his notorious wife, Jezebel, that a famine was coming. This famine would effect all of the people of Israel including ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Moving On God's Command

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Jun 2, 2004

Obeying God and following his leading is our sole purpose for existance. By pursuing the things that God is passionate about, we can fulfill our role as members of His Body.

INTRODUCTION Benefits of Serving God: No Training Necessary – He’ll prepare you (on the job training) Great compensation – treasure in heaven, including crowns, mansions, and living in a very exclusive community Health Benefits – By His stripes, you are healed. Work Attire provided – Includes ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:6-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational