Sermons on Failure Of Works:

Working And Eating

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Sep 29, 2019

If anyone does not wish to work, neither let him eat.

WORKING AND EATING. 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13. Having expressed his trust in the Lord that they will already be doing the things with which he charges them (2 Thessalonians 3:4), the Apostle Paul now charges the brethren in Thessalonica - “in the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ” - to withdraw ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Working It Out

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 14, 2019

Working it out – sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). I will do my part (vs 12) (2). I will depend on God (vs 13) (3). I will not complain (vs 14) (4). I will be different to make a difference (vs 15-16a) (5). I will live for others (vs 16b-18) SERMON BODY: Quote: Mark Twain (American writer, humourist, entrepreneur, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Brethren

Joy In Work

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Apr 2, 2018

A short devotional about renewing our joy in the work we do as if seeing it from God's point of view.

You’ve probably worked with a guy like Bill. You’re working away when you hear him say out loud, “Just trying to make it to Friday.” Outside his cubicle, co-workers laugh. It was Monday . . . and he was already looking forward to Friday. Isn’t that how it goes? Sometimes we just need to get ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Works! Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 20, 2017

Use your faith to serve. Then use your works to show that your faith is real. It will save you from a debilitating despair in the midst of your own trials.

A state trooper was parked on the side of the road, waiting to catch speeding drivers, when he saw a car puttering along at 22 mph. Knowing that a slow driver is just as dangerous as a speeder, the state trooper turned on his lights and pulled the car over. As he approached the vehicle, the ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Workings Of God

Contributed by William Baeta on Jan 16, 2016

“There are varieties of activities, but it is the same God who empowers them all in everyone”. (1 Cor. 12:6)

Theme: The workings of God Text: Is. 62:1-5; 1 Cor. 12:4-11; Jn. 2:1-11 Introduction: God reveals His presence through His power and work. As a guest at a wedding feast in Cana Christ’s presence led to a miracle that left no doubt about His power. He intervened when the couple were about to ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Religion That Works

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jun 23, 2012

James 1:26-27 offers a three point message on religion that is a must DO.

As we continue our Summer Service Series let’s turn to one of the most practical books in the New Testament: James. This little letter is packed with instruction and wisdom for Christian ACTION and SERVICE. James is big on application. A few weeks ago I did a lesson entitled “Do to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Get To Work"

Contributed by David Henderson on Dec 22, 2015

Before Jesus entered his heart the apostle Paul wasn’t doing God’s work, was he? Neither were we.

Theme: God’s grace Object: A pair of work gloves Scripture: About a month ago I had a lot of work to do in my yard. We had a very large tree that needed to be trimmed and so I decided to do it myself. So I got a pair of work gloves and some rope and a few other things and I went to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:27

Denomination: Baptist

Faith Works

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Jul 8, 2012

Fifth message from the series, 'FAith The Greatest Power in the World

Faith Working Hebrews 11:7; Gen.9 INTRODUCTION As we resume our study on faith, it would be proper at this point to do a brief review. This chapter introduces the second half of Paul’s teaching on the superiority of Christ to the Jewish Old testament system of works. In chapters 1 through ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Working For The King Series

Contributed by James D. Thornber on Nov 2, 2013

How a person anointed for a position works for someone who is no longer serving God.

Working for the King 1 Sam. 16:14-23 Last week we started our study in the life of David by looking at the characteristics that made him a man after God’s own heart. We said that David had spirituality, humility and integrity, and then we applied those same characteristics to our own ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Saved By Works

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 3, 2013

No, we're not saved by our works, but GOD's works!

If you had the chance to look at the bulletin before the service and noticed the sermon theme, you may be a bit puzzled. “Saved by Works”? How can a Lutheran pastor preach about being saved by works, and on Reformation of all Sundays! Today is when you expect to hear how Martin Luther ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-28

Denomination: Lutheran

Hard Work

Contributed by Bala Samson on Nov 12, 2013

I am talking today of working hard for the Lord! We live in a madcap world that work the whole night and sleep the whole day – with no time for self or family.

Hard work! Day 5 of 40 days of fasting! Romans 16:12”…….Greet the beloved Persis, who has worked hard in the Lord.” I am talking today of working hard for the Lord! We live in a madcap world that work the whole night and sleep the whole day – with no time for self ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Work In Progress

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 6, 2014

God isn’t finished with us yet.

A Work in Progress May 4, 2014 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God isn’t finished with us yet. Focus Passage: Philippians 1:6 Introduction: When we lived in West Africa, we noticed everywhere we went where half completed buildings, most of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Work Of God

Contributed by John Thompson Ritchie on Aug 4, 2014

Content covers the subjects of seeking Jesus for the wrong reasons, being vs. doing something for Jesus, the will & work of God is to know Jesus personally.

The Work of God John 6:29 says, "Jesus answered and said unto them, This is the work of God, that ye believe on him whom he hath sent." Earlier in John Chapter 6, Jesus had just fed 5,000 men, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:22-29

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting And Working

Contributed by David Leach on Feb 27, 2014

Waiting brings the needed strength for working-preparing us for joyful and unwearied work.

From the book God's plans for you by Andrew Murray (Previously published with the title: "How to work for God") Eph 2:10 For we are God's own handiwork, His workmanship, recreated in Christ Jesus, born anew, that we may do those good works which God predestined (planned beforehand) for us that we ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Work Of God Series

Contributed by Josh Foster on Mar 18, 2014

Forgiveness. Real forgiveness. What’s done is done; but God works to restore and to heal and to bring good out of it all.

God in the Ebb & Flow of Life: The Work of God Scripture Text: Genesis 50.14-21 INTRODUCTION This week I read a story about former-basketball-coach Bob Knight. Bobby Knight became a stand-out coach with the University-of-Indiana ~ …coaching almost 3-decades, …winning 3 ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 50:14-21

Denomination: Nazarene