Sermons on Finishing The Work:

Exorcising A Demonic Faith Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 10, 2012

James continues the warning against having a lifeless, dead faith by reminding us that even the Adversary and his legion believe in God but do not obey him in proper actions.

1. Johnny Carson Exorcist Joke When the movie, “The Exorcist” came out, Johnny Carson was the host of the Tonight Show. My very favorite joke he told was about the movie. He asked Ed McMahon, “What happens if you don’t pay your exorcist?” Ed repeated the question and ...read more

Scripture: James 2:18-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What An Introduction!

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 5, 2010

Paul starts off cool, and then heats up quickly. He cuts to the chase calmly and directly and doesn’t mince words. SALVATION IS NOT OF WORKS! Link inc. to formatted text, audio, PowerPoint.

What an Introduction! Galatians 1:1-9 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/WhanAnIntro.html Paul starts off cool, and then heats up quickly. He cuts to the chase calmly and directly and doesn’t mince words. Galatians is God’s rebuttal of legalism of every description. The Mosaic Law is neither ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Favoritsm And Faithful Deeds Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Aug 3, 2009

This is number four in a summer sermon series on the Book of James

As the associate pastor in Abilene I was privilege to preach at several of the smaller congregations around there. After a while I learned not to be surprised at the various habits and rituals of the churches. One of the most unique surrounded the offering at Central Presbyterian in Stamford Texas. ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Remedy Part 2: The Remedy For Weakness Series

Contributed by Stephen Collins on Apr 20, 2009

None of us are as strong as we like to think we are. The remedy is a personal relationship with God. This sermon explores how a relationship with God REALLY works.

REMEDY The Remedy for Weakness Icebreaker: Bluefishtv: “A Man Fell in a Hole” Intro: Now, we could just about pray and go home right there. Because that’s the message today. But I won’t. Sorry. -Several of you here this morning made commitments to Jesus last Sunday, either a first time ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Amazing Grace Series

Contributed by Bruce Goettsche on Oct 5, 2012

Full text sermons focusing on Ephesians 2:8-10

Amazing Grace Ephesians 2:5-10 ©Copyright September 30, 2012 by Rev. Bruce Goettsche Series: Ephesians Our text this morning is one of the most eloquent and beautiful passages in the Bible. Ephesians 2:8-9 are two of the most memorized verses among Christians; for good reason. These verses ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:5-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Invite Someone On The Journey

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Sep 25, 2011

Jesus invites us to follow him on the journey from life to death. This sermon compares the belief of faith in Christ for salvation as opposed to good works.

Invite Them On The Journey September 24 , 2011 Psalm 1:1-6 John 14:1-6 (Some of the concepts in this message I gleaned from Andy Stanley's message on the belief in good works as a means of salvation.) We have been preaching on the series, “Making A Difference.” We’ve ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Work Out Your Own Salvation - (What Does This Really Mean?)

Contributed by Bruce Hadley on Aug 3, 2021

We are told to work out our own salvation with fear and trembling. However, what do I have to do to work out my salvation? Are there certain steps I must take? Are there some specific criteria for me to work out my own salvation? These are all good questions.

Phil 2:12-13: Wherefore, my beloved, as ye have always obeyed, not as in my presence only, but now much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling. 13 For it is God which worketh in you both to will and to do of his good pleasure. One day I was at the gym, and this man ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13, Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson 33: Preach An Adventure Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Apr 11, 2018

Preach a sermon that builds to an adventurous climax

Lesson Goal To create an adventurous kind of sermon that is like a fox hunt or a game of chase which builds towards a climax at the end. Lesson Intro In our neighborhood the old fashioned game of tag was called chasey. It was a chase, a mission and an adventure all wrapped up on one. As I grew ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Baptist

Precious Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 17, 2014

The Israelites reach Mount Sinai and the Lord declares that they are his treasured possession. We, too, as children of faith are God’s precious possessions.

Exodus 19:1-6, 20:1-2 “Precious” INTRODUCTION The world is filled with strange, ridiculous and useless laws. For example: • In Missouri it is illegal to drive with an uncaged bear, and in Alaska it is improper to wake a sleeping bear for a photo opportunity. • In ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 19:1-6, Exodus 19:1

Denomination: Lutheran

Attributes Of The Members Of Jesus' Family

Contributed by Kayode Omotoso on Dec 12, 2014

It does not matter who you are or what you have achieved through His name or how close you are to Him or how many people can testify of your relationship with Him, Luke 8:19-21 says you are not a bonafide member of His family until you make His words your

Christians are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a peculiar people and a holy nation. We are nationals of heaven. We are members of the family of God. These and many other clichés are what you hear often among Christians. In as much as these are true sayings and there is no denying of them, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:19-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

As Worthless As A Dead Battery Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 19, 2023

Message 5 in a series through James that helps us explore the relationship between faith and works in our lives. James was the half-brother of Jesus and the leader of the church in Jerusalem

I have the good pleasure of working alongside several self-proclaimed mechanical ignoramuses. And between these two guys, they have a LOT of talent and God has gifted them with things that he didn’t give me. But the one skillset that neither of them has ever been accused of is this: auto mechanic. ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-24, Matthew 25:34-40, Matthew 7:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"Faith That Pleases God" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Apr 13, 2009

Sermon 22 in a study in HEBREWS

“And without faith it is impossible to please Him, for he who comes to God must believe that He is and that He is a rewarder of those who seek Him. NASB “For by it the men of old gained approval” We will be wise, going into this great chapter about faith, to look behind us and be reminded ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-40

Denomination: Orthodox

Are You Looking For A Prayer That Works? Part 1

Contributed by Ed Pruitt on Jun 29, 2007

Prayer is a subject that never grows old and it is also something that we need to do everyday and every hour that we live.

DISCLAIMER: Since there are a large amount of sermons and topics and illustrations that are posted on Sermon Central, I feel it is necessary to place this disclaimer on all of the sermons that I submit. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and ...read more

Scripture: James 5:16

Denomination: Church Of God

God Is At Work In Our World - Part 1 Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Jan 16, 2018

God is always at work in our world: 1. Choosing His people (vs.17). 2. Protecting His people (vs. 17). 3. Patiently leading His people (vs. 18-21). 4. Righteously judging all people (vs. 19-22). 5. Passionately seeking for His people (vs. 22).

God Is at Work in Our World - Part 1 Series: The Book of Acts - Part 43 Acts 13:13-22 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 25, 2014 BACKGROUND: *Church, we have started to follow the first missionary journey of Barnabas and Paul. And in tonight's Scripture John Mark leaves the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:13-22

Denomination: Baptist

Plan The Work, Part 2: Communicate The Plan Series

Contributed by Jim Drake on Mar 16, 2009

Now that Nehemiah has fully developed his plan, it’s time to communicate it to the people.

http://brushforkbanner.blogspot.com/ Jesus said that where two or three are gathered, that He would be in the midst of them. But do you know what else happens when two or three are gathered? Communication problems. Whether you’re talking about a church or a business or a team or a classroom, ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:17-18

Denomination: Baptist