Sermons on Imitating The Saints:

Saved Through Childbearing Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 3, 2013

Women have a vital role in the life of the saints. Struggling for mastery over men ensures that they cannot fulfil the role God has graciously given.

“Yet she will be saved through childbearing—if they continue in faith and love and holiness, with self-control.” [1] The role of women—in society and especially in churches—is a topic fraught with grave danger. The man who dares speak on the biblical role of women ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Baptist

Too Late!

Contributed by Chuck Sligh on Aug 19, 2013

Some day it will be too late for salvation; too late for service by the saints; and too late for winning the lost to Christ. Those are the 3 points of this sermon

Too Late Chuck Sligh August 18, 2013 (A PowerPoint presentation for this message is available by contacting me at chucksligh@hotmail.com). TEXT: Proverbs 27:1 – “Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth.” INTRODUCTION Illus. (FLESH THIS ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 27:1

Denomination: Baptist

Little Church, Big Impact Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jan 20, 2012

A little church like ours can have a big impact if we trust the Savior, love the saints, and put our hope in the certainty of the Gospel.

As a church leader, I am often challenged by the question: If our church would cease to exist, how much would the community really miss us? In other words, What kind of contribution are we making to the Washington Island community? Well, a professor at the University of Pennsylvania actually ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical Free

How Can I Ever Serve Christ Again? I Have Denied My Faith!

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 29, 2010

When we sin, is our service to Christ finished? He is not only able to restore broken saints, but to use them mightily in His service.

“When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, ‘Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?’ He said to him, ‘Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.’ He said to him, ‘Feed my lambs.’ He said to him a second time, ‘Simon, son of John, do you love me?’ He said to him, ‘Yes, ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

What The Bible Teaches About Hell

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 29, 2022

The last event in the life of SAINTS, as far as being connected to earth, is after the millennium they go to their eternal home in the glorious place the Bible calls heaven.

But in this message we are going to study the last thing that will happen to SINNERS, as they will spend eternity in the horrendous place the Bible calls hell! In this day of liberalism, when a preacher preaches about hell he is immediately branded in a negative way as being one of those ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Abraham And David Justified By Faith Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 12, 2022

The OT saints, notably Abraham and David had been justified by faith. our actions, deeds are not for justification. Justification is possible only through faith.

Romans 4:1-25 Abraham & David Justified by Faith Introduction: The OT saints, notably Abraham and David had been justified by faith. our actions, deeds are not for justification. Justification is possible only through faith. Romans 4:1-3 Abraham and His righteousness Faith is an abstract ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-25

Denomination: Methodist

Spiritual Help In A Dark Hour

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Aug 17, 2022

Saints, because of the lukewarmness that has infiltrated the church, we are living in an age of spiritual confusion and darkness but there is hope because God loves to dwell in the darkness.

SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (Matthew 4:16) "The people which sat in darkness saw great light; and to them which sat in the region and shadow of death light is sprung up." (Romans 5:2-5) (2) "By whom also we have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:2-5, Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 15:13, Romans 12:12, Isaiah 40:31, Psalm 113:7-8, Isaiah 41:10, Matthew 4:16, 2 Timothy 1:17, Romans 8:28  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Clean Mirror Series

Contributed by Doug Johnston on Jun 7, 2001

If we are to imitate Christ as Paul asks us to in 5:1, we must keep our lives clean by allowing nothing to dirty the mirror that is our life so we may reflect Christ clearly.

Paul tells these people to follow (5:1), or mimic, God as they demonstrate a worthy walk (4:1) that should be part of every Christian’s lifestyle. We must mirror God’s ideals in daily living. Controlling My Wants (2-3) Is my attitude one of giving, or taking (2) ? Is what consumes me open or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Problems Of Counterfeit Goodness

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Many people practice counterfeiting without actually realizing what they are doing. A counterfeiter tries to make an imitation of something genuine to deceive, defraud or pretend something to be what it is not in reality. Ananias’s lie to the Holy Spirit

1. Many people practice counterfeiting without actually realizing what they are doing. A counterfeiter tries to make an imitation of something genuine to deceive, defraud or pretend something to be what it is not in reality. Ananias’s lie to the Holy Spirit was probably the crowning act of a ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Fasting

Contributed by Tony Grant on Nov 14, 2005

the point of life and living is to be a blessing to someone else. As Christians, we are called to imitate Christ, and the way we do that is by acting for the betterment of humankind, one person at a time, one instant at a time, one opportunity at a time.

Fasting Isaiah 58: 6-8 2319 words 02/27/05 6 Is not this the fast that I choose: to loose the bonds of injustice, to undo the thongs of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and to break every yoke? 7 Is it not to share your bread with the hungry, and bring the homeless poor into your house; ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 58:6-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Impact Of Influence Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Apr 3, 2021

We are all making history, and influencing eternity, whether we want to or not. The purpose of the Biblical record is that we might see how people of the past have influenced history, and imitate their virtues, and avoid their mistakes

When Cecil B. DeMille was a nine year old boy, and old preacher came to Echo Lake, New Jersey to conduct a series of meetings. Young DeMille attended every morning, but one cold rainy morning he was the only one who showed up. He wondered if that man would preach to one small boy. DeMille ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 1:14-22

Ghost Army.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Aug 5, 2024

View on Youtube 1945-46 The Ghost Army- These men would go into a war zone with convincing propaganda to the enemies. On this occasion, the 1100 Ghost army imitated 30,000 men by using inflatable decoy tanks...

Ghost Army. Judges 7. In March 1945 and 46, the Ghost army helped US forces achieve the Ryan river Crossing – giving the allies a vital base to operate from on World War 2 Western front. The soldiers were all part of the 23rd headquarters special troops. These 1100 men were Actors, Doctors, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

O Lord, Just Kill Me!

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 22, 2019

God's mercy and our anger can often be in conflict. Such conflict can lead to discouragement that in turn can lead to despair. The child of God must guard his/her heart to avoid falling into deep gloom leading to thoughts of suicide.

“[God’s mercy toward Nineveh] displeased Jonah exceedingly, and he was angry. And he prayed to the LORD and said, ‘O LORD, is not this what I said when I was yet in my country? That is why I made haste to flee to Tarshish; for I knew that you are a gracious God and merciful, slow to anger and ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Who's Your Daddy?

Contributed by Robbie Parsons on Jun 14, 2003

It is only natural for the children to resemble their parents in looks and manner. The same is true of our spiritual heritage. It is only natural that we should imitate and be like our spiritual father. But too many people want to practice religion an

INCONSISTENT CLAIMS - “ABRAHAM IS OUR FATHER” Verses 39-41a They claimed a linage to Abraham as their ticket to heaven. A Godly heritage can be a powerful influence, but never guarantees righteousness. They were really interested in honoring themselves, not Abraham. Jesus wanted them to see that ...read more

Scripture: John 8:39-47

Denomination: United Methodist

How Deep Is My Well

Contributed by William Ellis on Sep 29, 2005

Living water comes from a place deeper than… any drill can excavate, any talent can imitate, any devil can duplicate, any emotions can replicate, any mind can fabricate

Intro: Many of us as Christians find ourselves in an emotional vacuum • We look for God to move the same way He has moved for us in the past… • If he used a sling and a stone to defeat the enemy then we need to send our boys in Iraq a sling shot and tell them to lay down those pesky guns! • If the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:1-14

Denomination: Church Of God