Sermons on Great Works:

Things That Go Together/Work Together

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 23, 2003

Things that go together/work together and will do a great deal of good if we let them.

INTRO.- Things that go together, work together, and often work well together. ILL.- Love and marriage. A horse and carriage. Hot dogs and picnics. Hamburgers and hot dogs. Baseball and hot dogs. Hot dogs and mustard. Hamburgers and French fries. Reading and writing. Food and fellowship. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:2-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Great Builder

Contributed by Joe Rowland on May 10, 2004

God not only builds lives; He also builds churches and people.

The Great Builder HEBREWS 3: 1-11 (NAS) 1. Therefore, holy brethren, partakers of a heavenly calling, consider Jesus, the Apostle and high priest of our confession. 2. He was faithful to him who appointed him, as Moses in all his house. 3. For he has been counted worthy of more glory than Moses, ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 3:1-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"Let’s Be The Body” Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Feb 12, 2018

We are to be Christ at work in the world today.

In Acts 10:38, Peter described the life of Jesus by saying, “He went about doing good . . .” If one described the life of too many Christians today, however, he would have to say, “He simply went about!” This isn’t as it should be, for the Bible says we are sent into this world, even as Jesus had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 9:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

Great God's - Great Fish Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Jan 17, 2015

In this sermon we look at three points about God: 1. God Shows Jonah His SOVEREIGNTY 2. God Shows Jonah His PERSISTENCE 3. God Shows Jonah His COMPASSION

Great God's - Great Fish Do you recall that back in the first sermon in the series I mentioned - Jonah is not the hero of the story. God is! At the beginning of the story Jonah is running from God; at the end of the story Jonah is arguing with God. In between Jonah is praying to God and Jonah is ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Unexpected Jesus (Sermon 1) At Work Today! Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Sep 4, 2024

Many times in the Gospels, Jesus shows up in ways that people did not expect. He often defies expectations, both then and now, and as we look at three powerful moments in Scripture, we will see how Jesus reveals Himself in unexpected ways.

Transformed by Truth: The Unexpected Jesus (sermon 1) At work today! Luke 24:13-35, John 4:4-30, Isaiah 55:8-9 Introduction Have you ever had a moment when something or someone completely surprised you? Maybe you expected one outcome, but what actually happened caught you off guard and left you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35, John 4:4-30, Isaiah 55:8-9, Proverbs 3:5-6, Galatians 3:28, Matthew 28:19-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Our Great Mission

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 5, 2008

Humans tend to one of two extremes when we look at the problems plaguing this world. One extreme declares, “We can solve these problems. We can clean up this mess if we all work hard enough.” The other extreme cries out in despair, “We will never solve

Introduction: “Before you were born, God planned this moment in your life. It is no accident that you are [here this morning]. God longs for you to discover the life he created you to live – here on earth, and forever in eternity.” Citation: Rick Warren, The Purpose Driven Life, © 2002, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Immeasurable Power Working For You

Contributed by Paul Dayao on Sep 24, 2025

This sermon illuminates Paul's prayer for believers to grasp the immeasurable greatness of God's power that is personally directed toward them, a power measured by the same might that raised Jesus from the dead.

Many of us here in Caloocan have a Meralco outlet in our homes. We plug in a small appliance, like a phone charger, and we draw the little bit of electricity we need. We use that power every day, but it's easy to forget that our small outlet is connected to a massive, city-wide power grid—a ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:19

Denomination: Baptist

Let Jesus "Open The Door"

Contributed by Neal Gray on Mar 17, 2002

A CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE Pastor preaches on how we want to be effective servants of the King. But more than our desire is required. Jesus must allow us to succeed in His work here on earth.

A Wide Door for Effective Service: Let Jesus "Open the Door" Author: Dr. Neal Gray Passage: Revelation 3:7-13, KJV Purpose: We want to be effective servants of the King. But more than our desire is required. Jesus must allow us to succeed in His work here on earth. Allow us, please, Lord ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-13

Denomination: Holiness

Work Out What God Works In Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 2, 2023

We are to work out our salvation as God works in us to will and to act

Technicolor Joy: Philippians 2:12-18 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 07-02-2023 Get Strong Every Day Kenneth Leverich, a former Junior Olympic weight lifter and a crossfit competitor, underwent four hours of makeup to turn him from a 29-year-old to an 84-year-old man. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret To Greatness Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Aug 12, 2014

We’ve been through the desert temptation, witnessed the calling of Matthew, the return of the Rabbi. . . This message takes us to about 14 days from the crucifixion.

THE SECRET TO GREATNESS Mark 10.32-45 Lenten Message April 6, 2014 Chester’s FBC, Chester, IL A We’ve been through the desert temptation, witnessed the calling of Matthew, the return of the Rabbi. . . 1 This message takes us to about 14 days from the crucifixion. a He’s ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:32-45

Denomination: Baptist

Great Things Happen When Jesus Is In The House

Contributed by Dr. Phillip Paschal on Dec 5, 2001

The Mighty works of Christ in our presence.

INTRODUCTION: YEARS AGO AT THEATERS AND PLAYS, WHEN A PERSON GOT SICK, SOMEONE WOULD ASK THE QUESTION, IS THERE A DOCTOR IN THE HOUSE? THE DOCTOR WOULD OFTEN SAVE THE MANY OF THOSE WHO WERE SICK, AND AT OTHER TIMES DESPITE HIS MEDICAL EXPERTISE, HE WOULD LOSE A FEW. AND WHILE HIS MEDICAL SKILLS ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-12

Denomination: Baptist

Individual Work Versus Team Work Series

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on May 24, 2015

The greatest message that can prove that Jesus is real, that can draw others to the Lord, and bring about church enlargement is simply a body of believers working together in love and unity; a church that manifests and demonstrates TEAMWORK

During Jesus’ earthly ministry He gave us a model on how to do ministry work. Jesus approach to ministry was to select a team of people to work closely together to achieve a common goal. Though Jesus was God in human form, though He had all wisdom, knowledge and understanding, He didn’t ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Great Commission

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Nov 13, 2011

What has Christ called us to do as a church and as individuals who are part of the church? How can we be more effective at fulfilling what Jesus calls us to do not only with our words, but by living our life in obedience to Him?

The Great Commission Matthew 28:18-20 Slide Intro During the month of November we focus several weeks on missions. We heard last week from Craig Parro from Leadership Resources, one of the missions we support. They do a great work in training up pastors and leaders around the world to preach ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Works Won't Work Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Jan 24, 2008

Paul stresses the foolishness of trying to get into heaven by our own efforts

WHY WORKS WON”T WORK Romans 4:1-15 Old story of frog that jumped in a bucket of milk. Instead of just giving up the frog began to swim and swim and swim. The frog swam so much that the milk turned to butter and the frog hopped out of the bucket. Great story about working so had that you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-15

A Recipe For Sainthood

Contributed by William Mouser on May 16, 2005

After the resurrection, Jesus still had ministry to perform on His disciples, to equip them for the work he set before them. What he did for them still bears fruit in the lives of saints today.

Isaiah 43:1-12, 1 John 1:1-4, Luke 24:36-49 A recipe for sainthood The Apostles of Christ pose a puzzle for us, one that many do not solve very well. On one hand, we have scenes throughout the gospels similar to the one in the gospel lesson for today: the Apostles full of fear, full of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:36-49

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican