Sermons on Fruitlessness:

The Law Is Not Evil

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Dec 13, 2018

The Law is not evil but good. Sin has taken advantage of the law and uses the good thing created by God to cause us to commit sin leading to condemnation and death

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *THE LAW IS NOT EVIL* Romans 7:7-13 King James Version (KJV) 7 What shall we say then? Is the law sin? God forbid. Nay, I had not known sin, but by the law: for I had not known lust, except the law had said, Thou shalt not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:7-13

Denomination: Charismatic

Shed Some Light On Your Account

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 28, 2019

This is the 16th sermon in the "Accounting" series from the Book of Ephesians.

Series: Accounting [#16] SHED SOME LIGHT ON YOUR ACCOUNT Ephesians 5:8-14 Introduction: We have been in our series in Ephesians for 16 weeks today. This series has been focused on the fact that we are spiritually rich through Jesus Christ. Today is a day focused on the celebration of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:8-14

Denomination: Baptist

Bearing Fruit

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 20, 2019

Where is God when bad things happen? Are people who die in calamities and atrocities just getting what they deserve? Let’s discuss time and chance, and God giving us one last chance to repent. Let’s look at what Jesus said in Luke 13:1-9.

Where is God when bad things happen? Are people who die in calamities and atrocities just getting what they deserve? Let’s discuss time and chance, and God giving us one last chance to repent. Let’s look at what Jesus said in Luke 13:1-9. Unless You Repent Luke 13:1-3 Now on the same occasion ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Work And Pray Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 23, 2016

To be effective at evangelization, we must be firmly rooted in prayer and adoration.

Thursday in Fifth Week of Easter 2016 Joy of the Gospel Early in St. Paul’s ministry in Anatolia, his success in planting new congregations of Christians inspired others to do missionary work outside the more traditional areas of Judea and the adjoining provinces. But something else was ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:7-21

Denomination: Catholic

Sustaining Exceeding Glory 1

Contributed by Nnaemeka Durueke on Nov 26, 2020

The encounter with the shekinah glory brings sudden and total glorious transformation

SUSTAINING EXCEEDING GLORY LEVITICUS 6:12-13 ‘And the fire upon the altar shall be kept burning thereon, it shall not go out; and the priest shall burn wood on it every morning: and he shall lay the burnt-offering in order upon it, and shall burn thereon the fat of the peace-offerings.’ Fire ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 6:12-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

Do Holy Things And Become Holy Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 13, 2021

Do you ever get really fed up and frustrated with anyone?

Monday of the 6th Week in Course 2021 The adversaries of Jesus in the Jewish community, the Pharisees, vexed Him continuously. But why was that? The Pharisees vexed Jesus because they “majored in minors.” For whatever reason they used the Law of Moses, Torah, to beat less rigorous people rather ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:11-13, Genesis 4:1-15

Denomination: Catholic

The Burden Loader And The Burden Bearer

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jul 26, 2022

Satan is an unforgiving taskmaster. He loads his subjects with heavy yokes and sits on top them. Jesus is a burden bearer. He takes away the burden of his children and carries and cares for them.

TEXT: Isaiah 46:1-2 "Bel boweth down, Nebo stoopeth, their idols were upon the beasts, and upon the cattle: your carriages were heavy loaden; they are a burden to the weary beast. They stoop, they bow down together; they could not deliver the burden, but themselves are gone into ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 46:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Parable Of The Pounds.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 28, 2021

Faithfulness, the economy of heaven.

THE PARABLE OF THE POUNDS. Luke 19:11-27. A notorious collaborator, who had been both a tax-collector for the occupying enemy and a thief, had just had his life turned around by Jesus. ‘This day is salvation come to this house,’ announced Jesus. ‘For the Son of man is come to seek and to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Who A Christian Is Not Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 27, 2025

To walk in true discipleship, we must be clear about what Christianity is not. This study helps us examine and avoid the false assumptions and appearances that can deceive both ourselves and others.

WHO A CHRISTIAN IS NOT? By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Matthew 7:21-23 Supporting Texts: Titus 1:16, 2 Timothy 3:5, James 2:19-20, Matthew 15:8, 1 John 2:4-6 INTRODUCTION: In a world where the term “Christian” is loosely used, there is a great need to define not only who a Christian is—but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

False Teachings (1 Timothy 1)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 4, 2024

Are false teachings about the law still prevalent? Let's find out in 1 Timothy 1.

Paul wrote this first letter to Timothy about the church in Ephesus and false teachings there about the law. Are doctrines about the law, NOT taught by Jesus or the apostles still prevalent? Is love the most important doctrine? Is the law still a focus of many false teachers? Let’s find out in 1 ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

When Second Chances Aren't Enough. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 14, 2024

Some people may seek second chances, not to make amends or change their ways, but to continue causing harm and destruction in our lives.

Some people may seek second chances, not to make amends or change their ways, but to continue causing harm and destruction in our lives. It's essential to recognize this pattern and take steps to protect ourselves from repeat offenders. The Bible warns us about those who would lead others ...read more

Scripture: John 2:19-20, Matthew 10:14

Fruitful Life On The Vine Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 5, 2020

Jesus said "I am the vine, you are the branches. Apart from me you can do nothing?" But that doesn't make any sense... or does it?

OPEN: About a 35-minute drive SW of London is a tourist attraction that was once a royal palace. It’s called Hampton Court. It was built over 500 years ago and was a favorite residence of Henry VIII. A couple hundred years later, during George III's reign (the King who had problems with the ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-10, John 15:12-13, Matthew 7:24-27, 1 Corinthians 15:58

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

I Do! I Do! Because I Love You! Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on May 7, 2002

“I do, I do!” It’s suppose to mean I love you till death do us part. The intent of the, “I do’s” means I commit to work hard so our marriage and family is a success. In turn this creates true happiness and honors God.

"I Do, I Do - Because I Love You!" Thesis: “I do, I do!” It’s suppose to mean I love you till death do us part. The intent of the, “I do’s” means I commit to work hard so our marriage and family is a success. In turn this creates true happiness and honors God. Introduction: Greetings, fellow ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pretending Everything Is Okay

Contributed by Jason Patrick on Nov 24, 2001

As part of a family of faith, Christians need to realize that we can be honest with God and with one another about just how difficult life can sometimes be.

Pretending Everything is Okay / Psalm 137 Proper 22, Year C; Downsville Baptist Church; 7 October 2001 One of the biggest grievances that I presently hold against many churchgoers is the notion that it is important that we act like everything is just fine in our lives even when it is not. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 137:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Having An Intimate Relationship With Jesus

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Sep 25, 2009

It is important that we foster an intimate relationship with Jesus

INTRODUCTION • SLIDE #1 • Intimacy. The dictionary defines is as follows: a close personal relationship, a detailed knowledge resulting from a close or long association or study. • Casual. The dictionary defines this word as follows: known only slightly or involving only slight knowledge of ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ