Sermons on Instructions:

Winning Your Spiritual Battles: The Armor Of God As A Guide Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Jan 29, 2024

It says in verse 10, “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.” Verse 10 is the end goal. If we obey all the instructions in verses 11-20, we will have the solution, which is to "be strong in the Lord."

"John Paton was a missionary in the New Hebrides Islands. One night hostile natives surrounded the mission station, intent on burning out the Patons and killing them. Paton and his wife prayed during that terror-filled night that God would deliver them. When daylight came they were amazed to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Salvation Army

Walking In The Spirit Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 17, 2023

Believers are commanded to walk in the Spirit, but what does that mean? This message explores how the human spirit is to operate in relationship to the believer's soul. With instruction from Galatians 5 the difference between walking in the Spirit versus the flesh is examined.

Intro We are investigating the function or operation of the human spirit in relationship to God and the person’s soul. In Proverbs 20:27 we are told: “The spirit of a man is the lamp of the LORD, Searching all the inner depths of his heart.” i What is this saying about the human spirit? It is the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-23, Proverbs 20:27, John 1:1-9, 1 Thessalonians 5:23, 1 Corinthians 6:17, Hebrews 12:14, Luke 6:43-44, Matthew 16:24-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Importance Of Unity

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Feb 5, 2021

Unity and Agreement are not the same things. Unity and Union are not the same things. Hopefully, this message will lead you down a Biblical and practical path of instruction that will result in conflicts being resolved and unity being restored in many of God's people!

Ecclesiastes 4:9-12 (NIV) 9. Two are better than one because they have a good return for their labor: 10. If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up. 11. Also, if two lies down together, they will keep warm. But how can one ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:9-12, Romans 16:17-18, 1 Corinthians 1:10, 1 Corinthians 3:3, 1 Corinthians 11:18, Psalm 133:1-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Take Up Your Cross

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 23, 2021

As people run headlong into a world going nowhere, escaping reality in their hedonistic lifestyles, are we ashamed of Jesus and His words? Are we ashamed of suffering as Christians? Let’s look at Jesus’ countercultural instructions in Mark 8:31-38.

Prelude As people run headlong into a world going nowhere, escaping reality in their hedonistic lifestyles, are we ashamed of Jesus and His words? Are we ashamed of suffering as Christians? Purpose Let’s see the value of taking up our cross and denying ourselves. Plan Let’s look at Jesus’ ...read more

Scripture: Mark 8:31-38

Denomination: Baptist

Determined By Devotion Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Apr 29, 2003

Likewise, in the Bible, God put together a little instruction tag that should be attached to every church. If our church wants to operate correctly, run smoothly, and make the right plays, then it’s imperative that we follow God’s directions

Making an Impact: Determined by Devotion I had the opportunity this week to play softball with the church team. I guess they were hard up for players. I started the game OK but ended up dropping a couple fly balls and striking out. I think they’ll think twice about inviting me to come ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42

Denomination: Baptist

"Well, Shut My Mouth!"

Contributed by Maurice Mccarthy on Apr 14, 2004

In this message we will look at examples in the scripture where God literally told people to shut their mouths. Sometimes we need to be silent before God, and receive instruction, rather than shooting off the mouth and explaining things from our perspecti

“Well, Shut My Mouth” Joshua 7:6-10 And Joshua rent his clothes, and fell to the earth upon his face before the ark of the LORD until the eventide, he and the elders of Israel, and put dust upon their heads. And Joshua said, Alas, O Lord GOD, wherefore hast thou at all brought this people over ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:6-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Striving For Church Health - Healthy Senior Women Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Jul 8, 2002

God desires that you and I come into our older age with grace and dignity while at the same time being useful in the local church. In His Word, God gives us instruction as to how senior adult women are to be useful in the local church.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: There’s a new age coming – a new age wave. It is going to hit the 21st century church like a Pacific tsunami. There are now more people over age 65 than under 18. We would be wise to look at the fact that Apostle Paul recognized the value and usefulness of senior ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:3-4

Determining Truth

Contributed by Bill Naugle on Jan 16, 2007

What is truth: John 17:17 “Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth.” Jesus is talking about His teachings, instructions and commands which are taught in the whole Bible. The Bible is the Word of God and all of the scriptures are truth. The Scrip

Determine Truth What is truth: John 17:17 “Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth.” Jesus is talking about His teachings, instructions and commands which are taught in the whole Bible. The Bible is the Word of God and all of the scriptures are truth. The Scriptures will determine ...read more

Scripture: John 17:17

Accepting People Into The Church

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 16, 2007

When new people come into the church they need attention just as Saul needed it. Let’s think about specific needs they have. 1- They need acceptance 2- They need protection 3- They need patience 4- They need instruction

INTRO.- How were you treated the first time you ever came to church? Obviously, if you were raised in the church as a child, more than likely, you were treated well. Of course, if a certain little child comes to the preacher, looks up at him and says, "You have a big belly." That child WILL NOT ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Getting Closer To My God Part Ii - Experiencing His Holiness Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Jan 11, 2009

No one can escape the emphasis of Holiness in the book of Leviticus. The overarching Theme is "Be Holy because, I your LORD am Holy. Do all the instructions of the book of Leviticus hold any relevance to us 21st century Christians?

Getting Close to My God, Part II – Experiencing His Holiness Charles Spurgeon said this “ If you ask me how to shorten your sermons, I should say, study them better. Spend more time in the study that you may need less in the pulpit. We are generally longest when we have least to say” We have ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Loving Kindness

Contributed by Andy Payne on Jan 18, 2009

God had given his people explicit instructions as to how to conduct themselves. First God’s people were to love him and second they were to love others. The prophet Micah points out that sacrifice is pointless unless it is supported with obedience.

“What God Desires” Part 2: Micah 6:8 “Loving-kindness” This week we continue our three week series on “What God Desires.” Last week we introduced ourselves to the prophet Micah and in particular the lawsuit God filed against his people for their breaking of their covenant agreement. Essentially ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 119 - Beth - V.9-16 Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 20, 2011

What do I have to do to live a pure life before God? The psalmist asks this question of himself, and of those he is instructing... In these verses the psalmist sets forth a series of actions on the part of the follower, and what those actions will do to h

How can I live a pure life before God? This is the question posed by the Psalmist here in the Beth section of Psalm 119 (v.9-16) We find ourselves asking that same question… “How can I be holy? How can I be pure before God?” and many of us fall into the lie and deception of Satan ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 119:9-16

Denomination: Baptist

How Can I Live With My Handicap?

Contributed by Michael Stark on Aug 8, 2010

Does God care when we are unable to compete as others compete? Does it matter to Him when we are handicapped? A study of the life of an obscure man provides hope and instruction for each of us to look to God even when we are handicapped.

“David said, ‘Is there still anyone left of the house of Saul, that I may show him kindness for Jonathan’s sake?’ Now there was a servant of the house of Saul whose name was Ziba, and they called him to David. And the king said to him, ‘Are you Ziba?’ And he said, ‘I am your servant.’ And the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 9:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

High Seas 1 - Jonah Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Jul 3, 2011

Jesus told us that we should build our lives on a solid foundation of rock by digging deep, getting to know His Word and putting that knowledge into practice. Included in this instruction is an ominous warning revealing its importance - eventually our con

Dakota Community Church July 3, 2011 Summer on the High Seas 1 - Jonah Luke 6:46-49 46 “Why do you call me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ and do not do what I say? 47 I will show you what he is like who comes to me and hears my words and puts them into practice. 48 He is like a man building a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:46-49

Denomination: Mennonite

We Serve The Same Focus Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Oct 3, 2014

A coach leads his team and instructs them on how to achieve victory. He relates the players focus by revealing WHO they are in respect to the team and HOW they are to serve the team. The same goes for believers we must focus on our 'coach' Jesus Christ!

Sermon Brief Date Written: Oct 02, 2014 Date Preached: Oct 05, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: We Serve the SAME God Sermon Title: We Serve the SAME Focus! Sermon Text: Colossians 3:1-17 [ESV] Introduction: A young boy by the name of James had a desire to ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist