Sermons on Hidden Mystery:

Knowing The Truth (Part 2)

Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 25, 2008

Christianity in a postmodern world.

I hope to come to you soon, but I am writing these things to you so that, if I delay, you may know how one ought to behave in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, a pillar and buttress of truth. THE OCCASION FOR WRITING During Paul’s second missionary journey (a mission ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:14-16

Denomination: Congregational

Do Not Be Decieved Series

Contributed by Peter Fisher on Oct 25, 2009

Paul’s concern that his flock are being deceived, and the deceptions we face today. This was preached on Bible Sunday, so ends with and emphasis on the Bible as the way to avoid being deceived.

Do not be decieved - Colossians 2:1-5 Deception Paul is worried. He is struggling for the believers at Collosae and Laodicea. There are some new ideas being spoken about. They are questioning Christ’s divinity. We have already heard the message that Paul gave a couple of weeks back – The ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:1-5

Denomination: Anglican

Complete In Christ (Part One) Series

Contributed by Tim Huie on Jan 13, 2009

1)Secret knowledge, 2)rule-keeping, and 3)mystical experiences do not make us better Christians

COMPLETE IN CHRIST (PART ONE) COLOSSIANS 2:10 1. Illus. of filling one gallon jug • Half full- how much more can it hold? • Three quarters full- how much more can it hold? • One gallon full- how much more can it hold? (None) 2. In this chapter, Paul is going to tell us that Christ supplies ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

An Identity Crisis

Contributed by Jason Jones on Nov 16, 2022

Today, we will look at three powerful things Christ does that help define you as a believer

Background to passage: one of the most spectacular, all-encompassing letters in the NT regarding the church and our place in it. It puts on display God’s ultimate purpose for creation, the church, and your life. It was written to the Ephesians and possibly other churches in the region. One of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Better Name

Contributed by Monte Brown on Feb 28, 2014

God Keeps on Speaking; “God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets,” Hebrews 1:1

Introduction God Keeps on Speaking; “God, who at various times and in various ways spoke in time past to the fathers by the prophets,” Hebrews 1:1 From the creation of mankind to the time that Christ came, God used many segments of history and many events that stand out to mankind as ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

The Uniqueness Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Feb 12, 2008

John 3:16 is known to all. Other 3:16 passages in the New Testament teach us important things about Jesus as well. This is 1 Timothy 3:16

(based on a series by Tom Ellsworth) SERIES: “DISCOVER JESUS: The Other 3:16’s” TEXT: 1 TIMOTHY 3:16 TITLE: “THE UNIQUENESS OF JESUS” OPEN: A. Scripture tells us: 1. Col. 3:16 – “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Distribution Of God's Wealth Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 13, 2019

This is the 9th sermon in the "Accounting" series from the Book of Ephesians.

Series: Accounting [#9] DISTRIBUTION OF GOD’S WEALTH Ephesians 3:1-13 Introduction: Ephesians 3 begins a new division in Ephesians. Paul starts the chapter with the phrase, “For this reason” or for this purpose. Paul is showing God’s eternal purpose for believers in every generation. Through ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Demonstrating Your Power Source-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 11, 2014

3 of 4. Paul demonstrated/confirmed the Spirit’s power thru his manner of witness to the church at Corinth. How/When is a Christian’s power source confirmed/demonstrated? 6 demonstrations of one’s power source.

DEMONSTRATING YOUR POWER SOURCE-III—1Corinthians 2:1-16 Attention: Wrong! A husband stepped on one of those dime scales that tell you your fortune & weight & dropped in a coin. It spat out a card & he says, “Listen to this honey,” he said confidently to his wife, showing her a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Faithful Minister Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Mar 27, 2011

In today's lesson we learn about the characteristics of the faithful minister of God.

Scripture We continue our study in The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians in a series I am calling Challenges Christians Face. One of the challenges that Christians face is a clear understanding of the characteristics of faithful ministers. Let’s learn about this in a message I am ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Unsearchable Riches

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Feb 6, 2023

Those in relationship with Christ have received the unsearchable riches of His grace and are obligated to be good stewards of such grace. I pray we are reminded of the gracious provision we have received and renewed in our commitment to share this grace with those who have yet to receive this gift.

Unsearchable Riches Ephesians 3: 8-13 In our text today, Paul continues to expound upon the great mystery of grace, offered by the loving and gracious Lord to those who are undeserving. Having discussed the expanse of such grace and the obligation to be a good steward of the grace received, Paul ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

True Spirituality

Contributed by Roger Thomas on Jun 13, 2005

Overview of Colossians and its explanation of the Christ-like life.

Colossians: The Secret of True Spirituality Colossians 1:27-2:8 Dr. Roger W. Thomas, Preaching Minister First Christian Church, Vandalia, MO Introduction: Janet loves the Lord. She is active in her church. She works hard at trying to do what’s right. But she still struggles. She wonders if ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Passion For Proclaiming Christ Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001

PAUL’S PASSION FOR PROCLAIMING JESUS CHRIST DROVE HIM TO FULFILL HIS CALLING TO SACRIFICIALLY MINISTER TO THE GENTILES

BIG IDEA: PAUL’S PASSION FOR PROCLAIMING JESUS CHRIST DROVE HIM TO FULFILL HIS CALLING TO SACRIFICIALLY MINISTER TO THE GENTILES INTRODUCTION Acts 9:4-6;15-16 – What was Paul’s ordained ministry? His Calling? His special role in the Body of Christ? Paul’s reflection back on how he has lived out ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:24-29

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Hope In The Face Of Death Series

Contributed by Daniel Devilder on Dec 1, 2006

First in a four part series on how Jesus revealed his promise of Jesus. The series leads up to Christmas. Today’s is on the gravity of our sin, and yet the giving of God’s hope and promise even then

Jesus: God’s Promise of Hope for a World in Need Hope in the Face of Death Introduction “I don’t like the idea of being picked as a number.” "It began with a syringe in my arm," he said, [In-between] was a special meal of his choice two steaks, a baked potato, salad, bread, apple pie, ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

On His Majesty's Secret Service

Contributed by Joseph Smith on May 27, 2003

Funeral sermon for Ruth Gossage, age 97, one of the first female U.S. Secret Service agents.

But we speak God’s wisdom, secret and hidden, which God decreed before the ages for our glory. Life is mystery. It is not just that life contains mystery, nor that there are so many unsolved questions. It is that life itself is mystery, secret and hidden, as Paul says. It has often been ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Focus On Your Work For God

Contributed by Richard Papafio on May 28, 2019

Beloved don't allow people who God has not called as judges over you to derail you or make you give on doing the Work of God. Stay committed, stay strong and deliver to the satisfaction of He who has called you.

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *FOCUS ON YOUR WORK FOR GOD* 1 Corinthians 4:1-5 King James Version (KJV) 4 Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God. 2 Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

Denomination: Charismatic