Sermons on Faith Without Work:

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

The Work Of The Trinity

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Mar 28, 2004

We were predestined to be children of God before the creation of the world. We were redeemed at Christ’s expense, and the Holy Spirit seals us for all eternity.

The Work of the Trinity Scripture References: Ephesians 1:1-14 2 Thessalonians 2:13 Mark 10:45 Hebrews 9:15 Other References: The Bible Knowledge Commentary 1. Introduction a. Yesterday we went to see The Passion of Christ. I have never been touched or moved by a movie like I was by ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

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

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

Working For God

Contributed by Tommy Hames on Sep 12, 2002

A message designed to show Christians how they can be valuable workers in God’s kingdom.

WORKING FOR GOD II Kings 6:1-7 PURPOSE To show Christians a valid approach to working for God and encourage them to get busy. INTRODUCTION As Christians we should be busy working for the Lord. In II Kings we find some steps that will direct us into valuable kingdom work. It tells where to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 6:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Theology Of Work Series

Contributed by Donovan Myers on Apr 27, 2002

Work is a principle of creatioin and must be pursued as it has timless value.

Series Title - “THE VALUE OF WORK” Sermon Title - “Towards a Theology of Work” Donovan W. Myers Rosemount Missionary Church For the most part, when we talk about work, it is with a sense of drudgery and even despair. For after all, it seems that a man’s work is never done. Many times it is ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:8, Genesis 2:8-9

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Works Of A Sower

Contributed by George Smith on Jan 9, 2002

A look at how we need to prepare the ground to sow seed.

PARABLES OF THE SOWER (Effects of Preaching Gospels truths) MATTHEW 13:3-8 & 18-23 (Study reference Mark 4:3-8; Luke 8:5-8) Mark8:13-20 ; Luke8:11-15 Intro. WE have work to do but it seem that no one is willing to put there hands to the plow. BUT WE ARE LIKE FARMERS V. 3 And he spake many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:3-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Is At Work! Series

Contributed by Mark Atherton on Feb 26, 2001

A look at Philippians 1:6

Truths That Transform Philippians 1:6 God is at work. He who began... God is doing a good work. Philippians 1:9 1Cor. 13 Gal 5:22 God’s work in you is in progress. Philippians 1:9; 1:25; 2:12 Romans 7:15, 18b *You can give up on God but God will not give up on you.* God is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Holiness

Work It Out! Series

Contributed by Mark Atherton on Mar 5, 2001

A look at Philippians 2:12-18

Truths That Transform #4 Work It Out! Philippians 2:12-18 Continue to work it out 1 Corinthians 9:24 Galatians 6:9 Ephesians 6:10-20 Philippians 3:12-14 Work out your salvation Walk your own road Walk it w/ fear & trembling Work it out w/ the end in mind That ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-18

Denomination: Holiness

A Work In Progress Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 14, 2001

When the real Jesus is seen, he presents problems -- either he is too difficult for us to accept, or he is offensive to our sloppy ways of doing church, or we are just too tired of churchiness -- but his words of life revive our weariness.

I notice that they’ve revived one of the old-time television shows. We can once again see, “To Tell the Truth”. The idea of “To Tell the Truth” is that three people come out, and they all stand and give a name – the same name. Then someone reads a few sentences about the person who actually has ...read more

Scripture: John 6:60-69

Denomination: Baptist

Working Together Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Oct 20, 2000

Much can be accomplished when we work together.

Working Together Nehemiah 3:1-32 I. The Workers A. Priests (3:1) B. Rulers (3:9,12) C. Women (3:12) D. Skilled laborers (3:18) 1. Goldsmiths 2. Apothecaries (perfume-makers) E. Merchants (3:31-32) F. Common folk G. People from ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 3:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

A Work In Progress Series

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Feb 19, 2007

Part of an extensive study in Philippians, we are reminded here that God is not finished with us yet.

Content in Christ: A Study in Philippians A Work in Progress Phil. 1:1-6 Illus. A retired preacher was cleaning out the dresser when he found 5 eggs and $1K. •He asked his wife and she said she saved 1 egg for every bad sermon. •5 eggs in all those years. Not bad. But what’s the money for? •Every ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Work Ethic Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Jul 11, 2007

God’s wisdom for our work ethic

Do you realize you’re going to spend (or have spent) about 150,000 hours of your life working, which is about 40% of your waking hours. Unless you’re retired, you are probably groaning inside. A Harris survey found out in 1973 the average American spent 40 hours a week at work, but by 1987 the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:5-8

Denomination: Methodist

Sanctification At Work Series

Contributed by Carl Allen on Apr 21, 2007

As Christians we are all in the middle of a sanctification project. Once we have accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as our personal savior and Lord, we have all been entered into the sanctification process. We are all to strive to be pure and holy, which is

In this one verse that we are looking at tonight, Paul gives us five key features about God that assist in the divine work of our sanctification. I. His Person (2:13a) For it is God - The first truth about God’s part in the believer’s sanctification is His personhood. - Most pagan deities are ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:13

Denomination: Baptist

Mission Work

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Apr 23, 2007

A call to rethink and personalize the Great Commission

Matthew 28:18-20 Baptist Distinctives: Mission Work Introduction A. We are continuing series on BD. So far we have considered… B. It is our firm belief and conviction that God has commissioned us to reach our world with the gospel of Jesus Christ. 1. Mk. 16:15 2. Lk. 24:46-48 3. Mt. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Baptist