Sermons on Justifying:

Not A Fan: Follow The Redeemer, Not Just The Rules Series

Contributed by Dave Bentley on Jan 9, 2013

Third in a series of messages based on the book NOT A FAN, calling believers to become committed followers of Christ

Not a Fan Series – Message #3 - LWCC09302012 September 30, 2012 NAF Theme Verse: Luke 9:23-27 23 Then He said to them all, “If anyone wants to come with Me, he must deny himself, take up his cross daily, and follow Me. • FOLLOWING IS A CHOICE • FOLLOWING IS A ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Sin Of Sin

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Mar 3, 2013

We have all heard the sayings...If you mess with bull, you'll get the horns or if you play with fire, you'll get burned. But we continue to play with sin.

Romans 6:1-2-What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin that grace may abound? Certainly not! How shall we who died to sin live any longer in it? Some people think that Christianity is just a big list of…Do Not’s but there so much more to it than that! DON’T You shall not ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

James Study 4 Series

Contributed by John Mccurry on Dec 17, 2007

Study of the book of James

Wednesday, October 17, 2007 James Teacher 4 Last week we studied True and Pure Religion, True is being a doer of the word, Pure remaining unspotted from this world. Chapter 2 thru 3rd chapter v12 deals with The Nature of true Faith: To avoid discrimination; avoid inactive profession of faith; ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are You Wearing Jesus Today?

Contributed by Sherry Proskine on Aug 1, 2007

We know who is our neighbor, but, the question is; are people seeing Jesus in us?

Are Your Wearing Jesus Today? Opening: Illustration: Little girl afraid of thunderstorm, Father holding her tight told her not to be afraid, Jesus is with her. He is never far away. She says, "Yes, Daddy, but sometimes I need Jesus with skin on." Many say they are Christians. Many say they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Grace Exposed

Contributed by William Lindsey on Dec 14, 2005

The work of the Holy Spirit as discribed by Jesus in john 16:8-11

Title: Grace Exposed MAIN TEXT: John 16: 8 And when he comes, he will prove the world wrong about sin and righteousness and judgment: 9 about sin, because they do not believe in me; 10 about righteousness, because I am going to the Father and you will see me no longer; 11 about judgment, because ...read more

Scripture: John 16:8-11

Denomination: Methodist

Danger Of Alcoholism Series

Contributed by Cletus Blamo on Feb 5, 2019

Drinking of alcohol isn't forbidden but injurious as well as lead to perdition. 1st Corinthians 6:10

Like Paul stated in 1st Corinthians 13:11 and I quote when I was a child I think and act as a child and when I am grown up I put away childish things and I concord that it is hard time we embrace and preach the truth of God's word irrespective of how we feel or those offended. 1st Peter ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:31-35, Ephesians 5:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Man's Extremities Are God's Opportunities To Show His Glory!

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Aug 3, 2021

Amid the many crisis of today, that are causing so much loss and pain, it is wonderful to know that God is still at work. Although, we cannot choose how the works of God, the method God will use to supply the help we need. The good news is that God is still in charge and will help.

Man’s extremities are God’s opportunities to show His Glory in this present world. Our study in John brings us to chapter 9, here we learn some lesson from a blind man. Jesus follows his familiar pattern of worshipping in the temple. Our Lord took great delight in visiting His father’s House. The ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-38, Romans 8:28

Denomination: Methodist

8 Ways To Hurt Any Relationship.

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Nov 1, 2020

Respect, in all forms, speaks volumes to anyone in a relationship and often results in feeling worthy of personal affection...

8 Ways To Hurt Any Relationship. Romans 12:9-13NKJV Respect, in all forms, speaks volumes to anyone in a relationship and often results in feeling worthy of personal affection. As you can imagine, lack of respect does the complete opposite. It tears down trust, and builds walls of division. Lack ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-13, 2 Peter 1:5-9

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Upgrades Our System Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on May 18, 2020

The big picture of the Christian life helps us to recalibrate our bearings as we study the details and fine points.

God Upgrades Our System (Romans 8:1-4) 1. This is a transcript of an actual support call to a computer support number: Me: Thank you for calling —- my name is —- how may I help you? customer: My new laptop won’t turn on. Me: Is it plugged in? Customer: What? Me: Did you plug it in? The battery is ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

If It Can’t Save Us, Why Did God Give The Law?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Oct 31, 2017

This sermon answers two big questions: 1. Why do I need the Law to make me aware of my sin? 2. Why would I want the Law to make me aware of my sin?

A Question: “If it can’t save us, why did God give the Law?” - Romans 3:19-20. - To clarify as we begin: when Paul here speaks of the Law, he has in mind the Mosaic Law given to Israel by God. - By extension, we could make similar point about the truth of God generally. - The Law does not save ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:19-20

Denomination: Baptist

David And God's Righeousnes Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Apr 10, 2024

David is in agreement with Paul about the righteousness of God.

4:5 “But to him who does not work but believes on him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is accounted for righteousness.” Nothing you can do. Remember Jesus’ parable of the vineyard? A guy comes in at six in the morning and is promised a day’s wage. A guy who comes in at three in the afternoon ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:5-8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Women Who Did What Was Right

Contributed by Norm Beckett on May 29, 2002

Ordinary women who possessed a courage that was remarkable. In their actions they mirrored the very nature of God – God is the giver and sustainer of life.

WOMEN WHO DID WHAT WAS RIGHT “But the midwives were God-fearing women: they disobeyed the command of the king of Egypt and let the boys live” (Exodus 1: 17). The scene is set for us, “…there came to power in Egypt a new king who knew nothing of Joseph” (v. 8). He was a king who saw the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:17

Denomination: Holiness

The Five Faces Of Amazing Grace Series

Contributed by William Bruce Teal on Feb 3, 2007

The Five Faces of Amazing Grace is intented to educate about the multi-purposes of God’s grace.

The Five Faces of Grace Intro: What We Know About Grace: (1) How It Can Manifest Itself In The Believer - Walks with God Regardless of Surroundings - Works For God Doing Unbelievable ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:8

Denomination: Baptist

Living In This World Ii Series

Contributed by Dennis Clark on Feb 26, 2005

A look at Spiritual Growth according to Paul

I. (vs. 5) Christ completed work A. Eternal Salvation 1. vs. 4 kindness and love of God appeared 2. initiating and fulfilling the act of salvation 3. totally of God’s action B. The result of God’s purpose in Christ 1. He saved us 2. not because of our deeds a. what we have done ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Repentance Vs. Remorse

Contributed by Stephen Smarowsky on Feb 10, 2009

Matthew gives the testimony of three witnesses to the person of Jesus Christ, that He is the Son of God and King (John, the Spirit, & the Father).

Matthew 3 Matthew gives the testimony of three witnesses to the person of Jesus Christ, that He is the Son of God and King (John, the Spirit, & the Father). (v.1) Why was John in the “wilderness?” 3 Facts about John (3:1-15) 1. His Message – (3:1-2; 7-10) John’s message centered on repentance ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-17

Denomination: Baptist