Sermons on Idle Speaking:

A Time To Stand Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 6, 2021

What are some specific circumstances that signal oppression by a government? And, as believers, what should be our first course of action, and when should we speak the truth?

In our last message in this series, I asked the following questions: “What would we, as believers, do if our country ever came under siege by a foreign nation that did not believe in God or His Son, Jesus Christ?” “How could we practice our Christian faith and live according to biblical principles ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:8-30

Denomination: Baptist

Listening

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 18, 2022

Listening

Listening Scripture Luke 10: 38-42   Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Listening is a skill. Speaking is a skill. Doing something is a skill. Hearing is not a skill. Now, we may wonder why there is a difference between listening and hearing. We can hear many things. We may not register it ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Denomination: Other

Whom Shall I Speak To?

Contributed by Bala Samson on May 24, 2023

Punishment doesn’t come the next day after you rebel; nevertheless, it would come! Warning!

Whom shall I speak to? Jeremiah 6:10 “To whom shall I speak and give warning That they may hear? Behold, their ears are closed And they cannot listen. Behold, the word of the LORD has become a reproach to them; They have no delight in it.” Some students refuse to listen in the class, they are ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 6:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why You Shouldn’t Speak In Tongues

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 7, 2017

The arguments against speaking in tongues today, if applied to other Bible doctrines, would have all orthodox Bible believers crying foul. The truth is, these arguments are not true to the Scriptures or Early Church experience, and should be rejected.

WHY YOU SHOULDN’T SPEAK IN TONGUES INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. We’re on our way somewhere! Not just to a normal place like the grocery store or to the bank. We’re on our way to heaven! 2. Have you ever been up a really tall building? A small boy, with his father, was in an elevator going up the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 14:1-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Supernatural Encouragement Series

Contributed by Vini Charles on Jan 14, 2023

Ephesians 4:29: “Let no evil talk come out of your mouths, but only what is useful for building up, as there is need, so that your words may give grace to those who hear.”

I admire people who always know what to say, when to say it, and where. These are the floks who encourage with thoughtful words straight from the heart. For them, it comes naturally. But for you, it can come supernaturally. If you weren’t born with the gift of encouragement, God can teach you. ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 50:4, Ephesians 4:29

Denomination: Methodist

Gifted (Part Nine) Series

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Jul 16, 2018

We've been covering the manifestation gifts of 1st Cor. 12:7-11. Today we finish up the list by looking at the gifts of discernment and speaking in and interpreting tongues. [prophecy is in this list but that was covered when I did Rom. 12:6-8.]

GIFTED (part nine) We've been covering the manifestation gifts of 1st Cor. 12:7-11. Today we finish up the list. 1) Discernment. We all need to have discernment, but those who are gifted in discernment have an increased awareness and ability to distinguish between the spirit of truth and the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-18, 2 Thessalonians 2:9-10, 1 Kings 3:5-14, 1 Corinthians 12:12-19, 1 Corinthians 12:26-32  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Prerequisites For Knowing The Voice Of God. Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 19, 2024

In this teaching we will learn of requirements which prepare you to hear the voice of God and discover His will for your life

THE PREREQUISITES FOR KNOWING THE VOICE OF GOD. KEY VERSES: I beseech you therefore brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world; but be ye transformed by the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

The Voice Of The Lord

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 27, 2024

These days there are lot of strange, false and even good voices but there is no Lord’s voice. There are many meetings and gatherings, but there is no voice of the Lord. The voice of the Lord has become a rare thing to find in Christian circles.

These days there are lot of strange, false and even good voices but there is no Lord’s voice. There are many meetings and gatherings, but there is no voice of the Lord. The voice of the Lord has become a rare thing to find in Christian circles. In previous generations, the voice of the Lord thrived ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 29:3-8

The Language Of Faith

Contributed by Clement Manenga on May 25, 2024

It’s important for us to understand that faith has a language. If we want to be people who walk in faith and believe God for things that goes beyond the natural realm - beyond our 5 senses, then we must learn to operate in the language of faith.

The Bible in 2 Kings chapter 5, introduces us to two characters: the little Jewish slave girl and Naaman the Syrian army commander The Jewish slave girl, could be a former servant of the prophet Elisha. The Bible does not mention the name of the girl. All we know about her is that, she was a slave ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-3

Denomination: Charismatic

The Power In The Blood Of Jesus - 4 Series

Contributed by Gbemisola Fafowora on Jul 15, 2025

Until we get to heaven we would not fuul understand the power in the blood of Jesus.

The power in the blood of Jesus cannot be fully understood by us, the power in the blood is not an ordinary topic. The blood of Jesus is so powerful, and the blood of Jesus was poured out for us a sacrifice when Jesus went on the cross voluntarily on that day. The blood was shed for every one of ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:8, Colossians 1:20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Only Say The Word PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 13, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power and authority of God's Word, urging believers to trust and apply it in their lives.

Grace and peace to each of you, my brothers and sisters in Christ. What a joy it is to gather together in the house of the Lord. We are here to seek His face, to hear His Word, and to be transformed by the renewing of our minds. We are not here by accident, but by divine appointment. For God ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:5-13

Topics: God Speaks, It Is Done

Busy Or Busybody Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 13, 2005

II Thess #3: Work is worthy; and those who don’t work get into trouble or cause trouble

Busy, or Busybody II Thessalonians 3 SCRIPTURE READING: II Thessalonians 3:6-13 INTRODUCTION: This is the last sermon in a series from the book of II Thessalonians. It’s a short series because it’s a short book: just 3 chapters. II Thessalonians is the second letter to the Church in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:1-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Jun 8, 2022

A Christian need not fear anything or anyone, Our Lord overcame the world

Please read the entire passage prior to the sermon presentation to set the stage. This week we start the second oldest book in the New Testament as recorded in its publishing. We began with James on our year-long journey chronological study of the New Testament. Hence the reason we are calling ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:14, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, 1 Thessalonians 5:19-20, Joel 2:28, Acts 2:17-21, Hebrews 1:1-2, 1 Peter 1:20, 1 Corinthians 10:1, 1 John 2:18, John 16:33, Psalm 138:3-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Opportunity In The Vineyard

Contributed by Sherry Proskine on Aug 11, 2008

God has work for us to do in His vineyard--the Church. Are we willing?

When the Romans used to attack a city, it was sometimes their custom to set up at the gate a white flag, and if the garrison surrendered while that white flag was there, their lives were spared. After that, the black flag was put up, and then every man was put to the sword. Throughout our lives, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Disorderly Christians (2 Thessalonians 3)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 3, 2024

What can we do about disorderly, lazy and idle Christians? Lets look at that in 2 Thessalonians 3.

Do we pray for our ministers? Is God faithful? Is Christ steadfast? What should we do about disorderly Christians? Let's discuss this in 2 Thessalonians 3. Do we pray for faithful ministers of the Gospel, for both their message and their safety? Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word ...read more

Denomination: Baptist