Sermons on Failure Of Works: showing 376-390 of 159,544

Faith That Works Series

Contributed by David Dewitt on Nov 17, 2006

Our faith should be the motivaing factor in serving Jesus

Faith that Works James 2:14-26 October 8, 2006 Evening Service Introduction In one of his sermons, A.C. Dixon told of an incident that took place in Brooklyn, N.Y. A detective who had been looking for a local citizen finally tracked him down in a drugstore. As the man began to make his purchase, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Church Of God

#8 -- Work Series

Contributed by Derek Melanson on Nov 17, 2006

Work is given to us by God, is done in vain apart from Him, and can be a means of worship--because God calls us to trust Him so that we do not find ourselves eating the bread of "anxious toil."

The reality of work Just imagine—it’s the end of a morning or afternoon or evening of hard work, and you’re very, very tired. But you look around your house, and the floors are swept and clean, the dishes are done, the laundry folded and put away, and even the bathroom fixtures are sparkling; and ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Works Of The Flesh

Contributed by Tim Parsons on Feb 25, 2006

This sermon deals with a Look at our Flesh. And what we can find in it.

THE WORKS OF THE FLESH Gal 5:16. This I say then, Walk in the Spirit, and ye shall not fulfil the lust of the flesh. Introduction Today I want to begin a study with the fruit of the spirit, I would like to take each one and break it down so we all can learn from it and maybe we all ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-21

Denomination: Church Of God

The Work Of The Church

Contributed by Timothy Finch on Mar 13, 2006

This outline demonstrates how the local church is to impact the world.

The Work Of The Church John 4:1-43 1 The Pharisees heard that Jesus was gaining and baptizing more disciples than John, 2 although in fact it was not Jesus who baptized, but his disciples. 3 When the Lord learned of this, he left Judea and went back once more to Galilee. 4 Now he had to go ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-43

Denomination: Baptist

Working With People

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006

Advice on how to manage conflict in our lives. What can we learn from James that will help us work well with other people?

Working with People James 3:13-18[1] 9-4-05 Intro Conflict on the job—have you ever dreaded going to work because of some conflict going on there? When people are getting along it’s not too bad; but it’s hard to work in an atmosphere of strife. It’s hard to be productive and keep your mind on ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Charismatic

Faith And Works

Contributed by Steven Ostrowski on May 25, 2005

Works is not seperate from faith, but a necessary component of our faith.

The Faith alone argument is no where in the Bible except in James where James refutes the argument. The book of James was made specifically to clarify the misconception that Paul advocated faith without works. I draw the conclusion that works are part of faith, one in the same as the Trinity is ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Salvation By Works? Series

Contributed by Keith Foskey on Jun 6, 2005

An ongoing series answering questions from the congregation.

Sermon Series: ¡§Questioning the Faith¡¨ Sermon #9 ¡§Salvation by Works?¡¨ Text: Philippians 2:12 OPENING JOKE: A preacher takes the day off from church to go play golf. God allows him to shoot a perfect game. When asked why by St. Peter, God says, "Think about it, who can he tell?" REMINDER: ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

No Work; No Food

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jun 20, 2005

What does it mean to live and work responsibly as a contemporary Christian?

No Work; No Food – 2 Thessalonians 3: 6 - 13 Intro: Woman and her husband had gone to the doctor’s office. The husband was having physical discomfort and not sleeping well. He was diagnosed by the doctor with “Severe Stress Disorder” The doctor asked if he could speak to the wife privately. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Faith That Works Series

Contributed by James Jack on Mar 2, 2005

Faith isn’t just an intellectual belief, it’s a trust that shows itself in a transformed life.

Faith that works James 2:14-26 As most of you would know, Sydney Anglicans tend to get a bit of a bad write-up in the secular press. We’re derided as being bigoted, intolerant fundamentalists, by more “progressive” (read heretical) Christians. Now I’m a Sydney Anglican, and I’m proud of it, but ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Anglican

God At Work Series

Contributed by Erick Adams on Apr 17, 2005

First in a series of sermons on the book of Ephesians.

God At Work Rev. Erick J. Adams Kiel Alliance Church April 3, 2005 Ephesians 1:1-14 1. Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, To the saints who are at Ephesus and who are faithful in Christ Jesus: 2. Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. 3. Blessed ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Working On Salvation

Contributed by Matthew Cook on Apr 19, 2005

How do we "work out" our salvation?

Working on Salvation April 17, 2005 Center Point Baptist Church Introduction A man was driving with his wife at his side and his mother-in-law in the back seat. The women just wouldn’t leave him alone. His mother-in-law said, “You’re driving too fast!” His wife said, “Stay more to the left.” ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

Will Work For Food

Contributed by Dwight Jones on Apr 21, 2005

This message deals with the neccessity for the church to be willing to work together rather than take a watch and see position.

WILL WORK FOR FOOD 2 Thes. 3:10 (KJV) For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat. Over the past number of years, I honestly cannot count the number of times that I have seen the scene played over. There he is on the side of a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Faith And Works

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Aug 1, 2005

James says that faith will evidence itself in real works if it is a living faith

Faith and Works 7/25/05 am, SBC Philippi, Rev. Jeff Simms Faith and Works James 2:14-26 Primary Purpose: To discuss what a real and living faith looks like Let’s pretend for a moment that you’ve suffered a terrible loss of home, clothing and food in a terrible disaster. All you have is what ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Gift Of Work

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Sep 3, 2005

Labor Day Sermon that teaches that work is a gift from God.

The Gift of Work By Kenny McKinley Text: Genesis 2:15, 3:19; John 5:16-17 (Read Genesis 2:15 and Genesis 3:19) The other day I was walking down the hall at OPSU and I happened to see one of the Professors that I know, and I asked him how he was. He replied that he was fine, and so when someone ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Looking For Work?

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 8, 2005

Unemployment isn’t only high in the secular world, the harvest fields are suffering from lack of laborers. Need a job? Name your position. Opportunities couldn’t be better.

LOOKING FOR WORK? James 2:14-18 14 What doth it profit, my brethren, though a man say he hath faith, and have not works? can faith save him? 15 If a brother or sister be naked, and destitute of daily food, 16 And one of you say unto them, Depart in peace, be ye warmed and filled; notwithstanding ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-18

Denomination: Assembly Of God