Sermons on Failure Of Works:

The Savior Work Introduced. Series

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Dec 14, 2011

In Soteriology we must look at the Savior and His Salvation.

I. The Savior - Of course there are two basic element of Soteriology - the Savior and the Salvation. A. The Savior's seven Positions. 1. The eternal Position. Were talking about the pre-incarnation of Jesus Christ. As to His eternal Person He is equal to the Father and the Spirit. Under this ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Work Of Faith And Power

Contributed by Jeffrey Powell on Nov 8, 2011

God used ordinary men with extraordinary ideals to shape a constitution that would govern a nation according to righteous principles, God wants His people to boldly step up and let Him do His work of faith and power once again.

The Work of Faith and Power Veterans Day Message 2 Thess 1:11-12 This week we honor our nation’s as we celebrate Veteran’s Day. We celebrate and recognize this American spirit that is willing to tirelessly defend our nation against any threat to our boarders and or to our freedom. I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:11-12

Denomination: Baptist

Good Works Lessons

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 15, 2011

I. EXORDIUM: Who are saved here because of his good works? Please raise your hand. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General III. OBJECTIVES: To discredit good works as means to salvation. IV. TEXT: Titus 2:11-12 (MKJV) Tit 2:11 For the grace of God t

I. EXORDIUM: Who are saved here because of his good works? Please raise your hand. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: General III. OBJECTIVES: To discredit good works as means to salvation. IV. TEXT: Titus 2:11-12 (MKJV) Tit 2:11 For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men, Tit 2:12 ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Abounding The Works For The Lord

Contributed by Rick Evans on May 22, 2016

6 Aspects to working for the Lord

Opening Text: 1 Corinthians 15:58-16:12 (NKJV) 58 Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord. 16 Now concerning the collection for the saints, as I have given orders to the churches of ...read more

Denomination: Christian Church

The Works God Requires

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jul 27, 2017

In the sixth chapter of John Jesus is interacting with "followers" who have been raised with and external, works-centered holiness. Jesus boils it all down to one simple action; an action which is not possible without the work of God Himself.

Please open your Bibles to John 6:25-42 which we will read in a few minutes. As we prepare to read this text that Jesus has miraculously fed the five thousand with five small barley loaves and two small fish, and, after everyone had eaten their fill the disciples picked up twelve baskets of ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-42, Titus 3:5-6

Denomination: Nazarene

The Work Of The Holy Spirit

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Aug 21, 2013

When Jesus told his disciples that he would send the Holy spirit after his ascension, he revealed the work that the Holy Spirit would be doing. The Holy Spirit would convict, convince, reveal, guide and bring glory to Jesus.

THE WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT John 16:8-15 1) The Holy Spirit convinces and convicts (Vs. 8-11). The word that John uses in verse 8 to describe the work of the Spirit is variously translated—reprove, convict, convince. The Greek word is elegchein which is used for the cross-examination of a ...read more

Scripture: John 16:8-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Working God

Contributed by Trae Durden on Sep 9, 2013

“Whatever you do in life becomes your platform to teach about Jesus!” - Phil Robertson

Credit to Dr. David Platt, I got this sermon from one of his sermons. Our Working God 1 Corinthians 10:31 Introduction: Too many times we dis-associate our work from our faith. Too many times the Christian thinks that either they should keep their faith to themselves at work, or on the other ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Working With The Lord's Help Series

Contributed by Jason Smith on Sep 15, 2013

It should never surprise us when we do the Lord's work and people react with anger, ridicule, and rejection. Nehemiah gives us a great example of how we need to respond when the enemies of God oppose His work.

In this lesson, I would like to look at the leadership of Nehemiah through the hardship and opposition that the people went through. They had opposition from outside and discouragement from inside, yet they got the job done. It should never surprise us when we do the Lord's work and people react ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 4:1-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Ways God Works

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 4, 2015

God is at work in critical circumstances and strange encounters.

Title: The Ways God Works Text: Acts 8:26-40 Thesis: God is at work in critical circumstances and strange encounters. Introduction In 1440 Johann Gutenberg invented the movable type printing press which was capable of cranking out 3,600 pages a day… just 60 years later the printing press ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Win At Work Series

Contributed by Scott Spencer on May 4, 2015

This passage addresses the responsibilities and duties of slaves and masters. At first glance, you may be tempted to conclude that this passage has no relevance for today. This would be a mistake.

Ephesians: Our Identity In Christ ~ Part 25 How To Win At Work Ephesians 6:5-9 5. Slaves, be obedient to those who are your masters according to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in the sincerity of your heart, as to Christ; 6. not by way of eyeservice, as men-pleasers, but as slaves of Christ, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

God's Word Works!!!

Contributed by Mark H. Stevens Thd on Mar 9, 2014

You plant the seeds; God waters. He uses you. It is His Word that accomplishes salvation. It is His gospel that is powerful. It is His Son Jesus who draws. You witness in power when you witness with the Word of God.

"So shall My word be which goes forth from My mouth; it shall not return to Me empty, without accomplishing what I desire, and without succeeding in the matter for which I sent it," (Isaiah 55:11). Isaiah 55:11 says, "So shall My word be which goes forth from My mouth; it shall not return to Me ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Perfect Work: In Progress Series

Contributed by Rob Ketterling on Nov 24, 2014

God is continually maturing us in our walk!

Perfect Work: In Progress, by Pastor Rob Ketterling Well, it's about that time of year where I start looking at the final couple weeks of the year, and I'm trying to figure out how the year is going to close out; if the rest of the year will be the best of my year, and if I'm going to hit all my ...read more

Scripture: James 1:4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Working Your Faith Series

Contributed by Caleb Onwuka on Nov 25, 2014

How to make your faith effective; so that you won't be caught in the trap of unbelief. Your life can be full of the living experiences of God's Word. The scriptures will no longer become a story but a living testimony when you master the act of faith.

"That the communication of your faith may become effectual by the acknowledging of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus." (Philemon 1:6). The Greek word for EFFECTUAL is ENERGEO: It means to be in active operation, to produce effects, or to be powerfully productive. That means your ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:6

Denomination: *other

How To Be A Christian @ Work

Contributed by Clay Gentry on Aug 7, 2013

Let's face it, being a Christian in today's world is tough, especially at work. However, we can find help in the familiar words of Romans 12:9-21.

On your first day of orientation for your new job what was the first thing the HR rep gave you? That’s right, it was an employee hand book. Let me ask you this, when was the last time you looked at your employee handbook? Well if you are like most folks, the last time you looked at it was ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: *other

The Second Work Of Christ

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Sep 19, 2012

When you get saved, new birth by the Spirit, you have experienced the first work of God in your life. Many people teach that you that you have all that God has for you. There is a second work, Baptism of the Holy Spirit.

Introduction A B When you get saved, new birth by the Spirit, you have experienced the first work of God in your life. 1 Many people teach that you that you have all that God has for you. a There is a second work, Baptism of the Holy Spirit. aa The Baptism of the Holy Spirit is part of Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:16

Denomination: Baptist