Sermons on Fellow Heirs:

The Gates Of Hell Will Not Prevail PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 3, 2023

To explore the profound mysteries of faith, the foundation of the church, and the divine power given to believers, as illustrated in Matthew 16:17-19. Scripture: "And Jesus answered him, 'Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah! For flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but my Father who is in heaven. And I tell you, you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven, and whatever you bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven.'" - Matthew 16:17-19 Quote: "Faith is never identical with piety." - Karl Barth ________________ Introduction Good morning family, friends, and fellow believers. We gather today to embrace the powerful teaching found within the Gospel according to Matthew, chapter 16, verses 17 through 19. This passage draws us into the profound mysteries of faith, the cornerstone of the church, and the incredible strength that can resist even the darkest forces. Let's check out the

Good morning family, friends, and fellow believers. We gather today to embrace the powerful teaching found within the Gospel according to Matthew, chapter 16, verses 17 through 19. This passage draws us into the profound mysteries of faith, the cornerstone of the church, and the incredible strength ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:17-19

Topics: Heaven, On My Way

The Firstborn

Contributed by Dr. Abraham Obadare on Jan 1, 2026

If God sees us as firstborns, then I congratulate us. This is when it makes sense to say Merry Christmas, meaning a happy celebration of the birth of Christ. I commend all of you who have allowed the firstborn, Jesus, to be born into your lives.

Christmas Message on 12/25/25 Luke 2:1-7 “… And she brought forth her firstborn Son, …” - Luke 2:7 This Christmas, the Lord allowed my mind to catch the concept of Jesus being the firstborn of Mary, and I pondered on what it could mean for you and me spiritually. I read that in the Old ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7, Exodus 13:1-2, Colossians 1:15-18, Romans 8:12-17, 1 Peter 2:9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Gospel: Rights Of Sonship Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Nov 18, 2015

The passage of Galatians 3:26-4:7 is about Sonship. We find here about the tremendous privilege of Sonship that comes with faith in Christ. We became Sons of God when we trusted Christ as savior. We actually become a child of the king.

When you look at the coaching career of the winningest coach in division 1 basketball, Bobby Knight you see he has coached some pretty impressive players. He has coached Isaih Thomas, Michael Jordan (on the Olympic team) and other very notable players. Which one do you suppose was his favorite to ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Biblical View Of Being A Father

Contributed by Harry Wood on Jan 8, 2002

To address the Father’s role Biblically on the observance of Father’s Day.

Biblical View of being a Father Introduction: The first recorded observance know was in 1910 by the Spokane Ministerial Association. In 1946 officially the third Sunday of June was designated as Father’s Day. 1. What would be God’s estimate of us as a Father? a. Genesis 18:19 “For I know ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:19

Denomination: Pentecostal

275 - Who We Are…

Contributed by Joel Vicente on Nov 15, 2003

What is our identity in Christ.

Sermon Study # 275 – WHO WE ARE… Humor: The Reason Men Lie One day, while a woodcutter was cutting a branch of a tree above a river, his ax fell into the river. When he cried out, the Lord appeared and asked, "Why are you crying?" The woodcutter replied that his ax has fallen into water, and he ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

Breaking The Barriers Of Identity Through Christ

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 19, 2025

Before Christ came, the world lived under the weight of the law, a system that exposed sin but could not save.

BREAKING THE BARRIERS OF IDENTITY THROUGH CHRIST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Galatians 3:23-29 Supporting Texts: Romans 10:12, Colossians 3:10-11, Ephesians 2:14-818, 1 Corinthians 12:13, John 1:12 INTRODUCTION: Before Christ came, the world lived under the weight of the law, a system ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:23-29

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Cradle That Rocked The World

Contributed by Robert Baldwin on Aug 3, 2004

Hebrews is a powerful book, one that reaches from the sacrificial offering of the Old Testament to the glorious fulfilling in Christ Jesus.

The Cradle That Rocked The World (Heb. 1:1-3) Intro. Hebrews is a book without a formal introduction, the writer, who we believe was Paul, didn’t speak of salutations to the elect etc. The author did not identify himself as he did in ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Blest Be The Ties That Bind

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Jan 17, 2004

This brief outline suggests four ties that bind the child of God with our heavenly Father and with one another as brothers and sisters in the family of God.

BLEST BE THE TIES THAT BIND "Now I am no longer in the world, but these are in the world, and I come to You. Holy Father, keep through Your name those whom You have given Me, that they may be one as We are.” John 17:11 (NKJV) "I do not pray for these alone, but also for those who will believe ...read more

Scripture: John 17:11, John 17:20-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Conviction Factor Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jul 12, 2011

The conviction factor of church health is faith.

SERIES: HEALTHY CHURCH! “THE CONVICTION FACTOR” HEBREWS 11:1-12 OPEN This morning, I want us to examine the conviction factor of church health. A conviction is a strong and unshakeable belief. The word conviction come from the word convince. Convince means to persuade ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Justice & Fairness (Deuteronomy 25)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jan 10, 2025

The old covenant is not our covenant, but did God give Israel just and fair laws? Let's look at Deuteronomy 25.

Was God’s law concerned with fairness, animal welfare, just inheritances, and honest trade? How does modern justice compare? Let’s look at Deuteronomy 25. Was there a punishment that deserved forty lashes in ancient Israel? Would that deter certain crimes today? When people have a dispute, they ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Meaning Of Church Membership

Contributed by David Radcliff on Jun 3, 2016

“Many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized." (Acts l8:8b) “When they believed they were saved and were baptized.” (Mark 16:16). And the moment they were saved, they became members of the church of God.

THE MEANING OF CHURCH MEMBERSHIP I Corinthians 12:12-27 “Many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized." (Acts l8:8b) “When they believed they were saved and were baptized.” (Mark 16:16). And the moment they were saved, they became members of the church of God. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Baptist

A Priceless Inheritance Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Mar 1, 2016

A priceless inheritance awaits those who trust in God’s promise

Sixty–seven year old Tomas Martinez was living on the street in Santa Cruz de le Sierra, Bolivia, when he was approached by police officers who had good news for him. His ex-wife (whom he had abandoned years earlier) had died and had left him her fortune of $6 million. However, Martinez ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:13-17

Denomination: Baptist

Pictures Of The People Of God

Contributed by Keith Peters on Jul 7, 2011

This message examines some of the analogies the Bible uses to describe the church.

The Pictures of the People of God (Church) "upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it." (Mt 16:18) INTRODUCTION: Jesus often spoke in parables or analogies in order to help us understand the ways of the Kingdom of God. When describing the Church ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Baptist

We Have Been Secured By The Holy Spirit!

Contributed by Chad Wright on Apr 15, 2002

The Holy Spirit works faith in our hearts.

Fellow redeemed children of God and co-heirs of heaven through Jesus Christ our Lord, How much are you willing to pay? How much can you put away? These are questions that an investment counselor inevitable will ask. He will ask you to figure out your estimated worth and your annual estimated ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:11-19

Denomination: Lutheran

The Faith Factor Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Jun 25, 2006

Faith is an absolutely vital ingredient for church growth

SERIES: “THE GROWTH FACTORS” TEXT: HEBREWS 11:1-12 TITLE: “THE FAITH FACTOR” INTRODUCTION: A. A long time ago, I heard a preacher tell a story about two fools and a flashlight. It seems that two fellows who were not-too-bright were traveling ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ