Sermons on Lawful Citizens:

A Man Called Paul

Contributed by Fran Van Hoven on Jun 25, 2007

Throughout the ages God has used outstanding men and women to accomplish his purposes in the world. Today we are going to study , the apostle Paul .

Throughout the ages God has used outstanding men and women to accomplish his purposes in the world. Today we are going to study , the apostle Paul . 1. When people think of the life of Paul, they likely think of... a. His persecution of the church prior to his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:3-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

God's Love Song Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Feb 3, 2019

C.S. Lewis called Psalm 19 “the greatest poem in the Bible.” It speaks of God's majesty and power and tells us HOW God has shown His love for us.

OPEN: According to “Ripley’s Believe It or Not” the longest love letter ever was written by Marcel de Leclure in 1875. Marcel was an artist in Paris France and his letter contained the 3 word French phrase “je vous aime” (pronounced “shavou same”) which means “I Love You.” This wasn’t just written ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 19:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Truest Freedom

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 23, 2019

We are set free - to the truest kind of liberty.

THE TRUEST FREEDOM. Galatians 5:1; Galatians 5:13-25. Paul established the contrast between bondage and freedom by the use of an allegory concerning Hagar and Sarah, and their respective sons (Galatians 4:22). When we are born into this world, we are born into bondage to the corruption of ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1, Galatians 5:13-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why This Election Is Crucial

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 13, 2016

America is at the Precipice. Rather than “voter disgust” depriving us of the will to vote, it’s more crucial than ever that we get involved in our representative government.

WHY THIS ELECTION IS CRUCIAL Ps. 33:12 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: SAGE THEN, POLITICIAN TODAY 1. Two men who lived in a small village got into a terrible dispute that they could not resolve. So they decided to talk to the town sage (wise man). 2. The first man went to the sage’s home and told ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

I Belong Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Mar 26, 2014

Who we are meant to be as shown by the book of Ephesians.

I Belong Series: Becoming Who We Are (Engaging Ephesians) February 2, 2014 - Brad Bailey Intro Today is the Super Bowl... Any Seattle Seahawk fans? Any Denver Bronco fans? It's great to be a fan...to have a team that you can identify with. If you don't have a strong identity with a team...you ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Passport Of Saint Who Series

Contributed by Timothy Andrew Stephens on Jul 21, 2011

Throughout His Word God calls us to live as aliens in a foreign land. Don't get so comfortable here that you miss the adventure of a God focused life.

The Passport of Saint Who 1 Peter 2:4-12 I Peter 2: 4 As you come to him, a living stone rejected by men but in the sight of God chosen and precious, 5 you yourselves like living stones are being built up as a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:4-12

The Meaning Of Church Membership

Contributed by David Radcliff on Jun 3, 2016

“Many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized." (Acts l8:8b) “When they believed they were saved and were baptized.” (Mark 16:16). And the moment they were saved, they became members of the church of God.

THE MEANING OF CHURCH MEMBERSHIP I Corinthians 12:12-27 “Many of the Corinthians hearing believed, and were baptized." (Acts l8:8b) “When they believed they were saved and were baptized.” (Mark 16:16). And the moment they were saved, they became members of the church of God. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Baptist

United Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Aug 28, 2023

As a church, we are in the process of transitioning from traditional Sunday School classes to home-based community groups. In this process, we are going to take a few weeks to consider what it means for us to be a biblical community. We begin with the consideration that we are united.

Introduction Series on biblical community in preparation for the launching of community groups next month we will look at a variety of passages, but most of our time together will be in the book of Ephesians Background Diversity There were cultural, ethnic, and religious divisions in the city - ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Baptist

There Is Hope In Faith Full Living Series

Contributed by Clinton Smith on Mar 4, 2008

The believers of the Old Testament teach us to anticipate heaven while evaluating earth. In other words, keep heaven in view while living in here on earth.

Philip Yancey in his book, Disappointment with God, tells of a letter he received from a woman who was struggling with life and her faith in God. He says, “A young mother wrote that her joy had turned to bitterness and grief when she delivered a daughter with spina bifida, a birth defect that ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

To Sue Or Not To Sue Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 27, 2008

In this sermon we seek to understand what Paul taught about lawsuits among believers and how the text applies to us today.

A. One Sunday a preacher was addressing the children during his children’s sermon. 1. He wanted to help the children think about Jesus as their friend and helper. 2. So he began with a question – “Who would you go to if you had a problem?” 3. One child said that he would go to his grandma. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ephesians: Our Identity In Christ-Part 10 The New You

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Nov 7, 2014

The glorious reality of who we have become in Christ has been the topic of these first three chapters. In Christ all things are made new. In Christ we have a new identity. And on the first few pages of Paul's letter to the Ephesians you come face to face with the new you.

Ephesians: Our Identity in Christ-Part 10 The New You Ephesians 2:19-22 19. So then you are no longer strangers and aliens, but you are fellow citizens with the saints, and are of God’s household, 20. having been built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, Christ Jesus Himself ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Role Of The Government, The Response Of The Christian Series

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Dec 28, 2008

This sermon unpacks the role of the goverment in relation to God and the Christian. And the appropiate response it requires from the believer.

ROMANS 13: 1-7. GOVERNING AUTHORITIES PAUL HAS SHOWN US PREVIOUSLY HOW TO RESPOND TO THE MERCY OF GOD TO OFFER OURSELVES AS LIVING SACRIFICES INN THE CHURCH AND TOWARDS ONE ANOTHER SEEKING TO FAN INTO FLAME THOSE GIFTS WE HAVE BEEN GIVEN AND TO DEVELOP MORAL TRAITS WHICH ARE CHRIST LIKE TO ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Changing Letter Series

Contributed by Leroy Redding on Aug 5, 2007

Romans #1

A Life Changing Letter Introduction to Romans Today, we’re going to begin a study on what I consider to be one of the greatest letters ever written. Today, we begin a study of the book of Romans. It’s hard to overestimate the influence of this letter. It is probably the most powerful document ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Colossians 1:9-10

Contributed by Rev. Randy Barker on Feb 16, 2015

Colossians 1:9-10

Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. my sermon ideas and illustrations are often taken from many sources including those at Sermoncentral.com, there could be instances where other ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:9-10

Denomination: *other

Speed Limits And Stop Signs

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Mar 7, 2021

We must stand firm in God’s righteousness, especially in the political environment of "offense."

Speed Limits and Stop Signs March 7, 2021 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We must stand firm in God’s righteousness. Focus Passage: Romans 1:18-32 Especially v 32 Supplemental Passage: God created man in His own image, in the image of God He ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:18-32, Isaiah 5:20

Denomination: Baptist