Sermons on Legalist Systems:

God Accepts You As Gentiles, In Christ (So Don't Become Jewish Christians; Ephesians 2:1-10) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Jan 23, 2022

What is faith? Also, "works" and "good works" are not the same thing. "Works" are works of the Mosaic covenant, specifically food laws, circumcision, holy days (inc. Sabbath).

Today's sermon is on Ephesians 2:1-10. But I want to start by reading all of chapter 2. We often make a mess of chapter 2, especially in verses 8-10, and the reason we make that mess is because we ignore Paul's larger argument. Paul is writing to Gentiles, explaining to them that they are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10, Ephesians 2:11-22, Galatians 2:11-16

Interpreting The Times Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 22, 2025

In His continuing discussion on having an eternal perspective, Jesus urges His listeners to recognize the times, seek reconciliation through repentance and respond by bearing fruit.

Humanity’s ability to predict the weather has improved over the centuries. Simple observations of general weather patterns and seasonal shifts have evolved into highly technological advancements that allow us to predict or provide some best guesses regarding pending weather events several days in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:20-23, Hebrews 9:27-28, 1 Timothy 2:5-6, Romans 6:23, Romans 12:1-2, Acts 3:19-20, Galatians 5:17-25  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Yeasty Beasty Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Jun 26, 2024

Jesus uses yeast as a symbol to talk about hypocrisy.

M16: THE YEASTY BEASTY M16: LEAVEN THAT’LL KEEP YOU FROM HEAVEN Matthew 16:5-12 #m16sermons INTRODUCTION… My First and Only Breadmaker (p) When Kelly and I got married in 1998, we had a wedding registry like all couples do nowadays. A wedding registry, if you do not know, is a list from various ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:5-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Closing Remarks

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

CLOSING REMARKS -- "STAND FIRM IN THE TRUE GRACE OF GOD" OUR FUTURE GLORY IS GUARANTEED BY THE GOD OF ALL GRACE INTRODUCTION: Alarming to see how some people present the gospel -- How they explain the marvelous grace of God and what that will mean for your Christian life 1) Easy Believism

CLOSING REMARKS -- "STAND FIRM IN THE TRUE GRACE OF GOD" OUR FUTURE GLORY IS GUARANTEED BY THE GOD OF ALL GRACE INTRODUCTION: Alarming to see how some people present the gospel -- How they explain the marvelous grace of God and what that will mean for your Christian life 1) Easy Believism -- ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:12-14

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Attaining Your Goals Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 25, 2005

How do you get where you want to be? Naturally we try hard and try to be motivated - and hope God approves of us. In reality we need to trust in the Holy Spirit instead of our own abilities.

What if you had to climb a really steep trail - and somebody came along and said, "here, use my brand new 2004 Dodge RAM SRT-10 with its 500 horsepower engine capable of 525 pound feet of torque - able to reach 60 miles an hour in 5 seconds and tear up that mountain trail!" So you say "thanks" ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-18

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Effect Of Righteousness

Contributed by Mark Baker on Feb 14, 2005

What is righteousness and what effect does it have on the believer?

The Effect Of Righteousness -- New Revised Standard Isaiah 32:17 The effect of righteousness will be peace, and the result of righteousness, quietness and trust forever. The New King James says it like this. Isaiah 32:17 The work of righteousness will be peace, and the effect of righteousness, ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 32:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Christian And The World

Contributed by John White on Dec 25, 2006

A message warning of the dangers of compromise with the world.

The Christian And The World II Cor. 6:14-17 The primary problem for many Christians could be in the difficulty encountered in being all they know they should be for the Lord. In having the sort of separated life that Paul talks about here and in Romans 12:1-3. If a Christian is not at all ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

When You Fast

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Nov 20, 2006

Fasting is a spiritual discipline of temporary self-denial in order to focus on and process matters of great concern. It’s about God, not about food.

“When You Fast” Matthew 6:16-18 -Pastor Bob Leroe, Cliftondale Congregational Church, Saugus, Massachusetts With “Turkey Day” approaching, this is a difficult message to deliver…also because Saugus seems to be the restaurant capital of Massachusetts. With Kowloons, Prince, Hilltop and the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:16-18

Denomination: Congregational

His Plan Revealed

Contributed by James Kirkland on Jan 16, 2007

Jesus has chosen to introduce the entire world to His Father.

"His Plan Revealed” Matthew 11:25-30 11:25-26, the arrogant and know-it-all are the ones that will suffer. They refuse to open their minds to something new and a different way of seeing God. The laws/life of the day was overwhelming to the people just like all the things we have to do with today. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Nazarene

Heaping It On Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jan 25, 2007

Exposition of Jude 16-19

Text: Jude 16-19, Title: Heaping It On, Date/Place: LSCC, 9/23/06, AM A. Opening illustration: When I worked in NC as an EE, I taught classes at BJP County Park. One of my favorite classes there was bird song identification. Get around to the Red-eyed Vireo—“the preacher bird” B. Background to ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:16-19

Denomination: Baptist

Confessing Amazing Grace Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jun 23, 2005

God’s accessable grace has come! Faithful confessors of Christ claim it and proclaim it. The heart that knows Jesus is risen moves the mouth to say, "Jesus is Lord!"

Romans 10 Think of the most important person alive today, someone who is rich powerful and has renown. Who do you think of? Get a picture of them in your mind. What would it take to get that person to come to Signal Mountain and visit this church? Now, let’s take that scenario to another ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Knowing The Truth - Part One

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Sep 2, 2004

There is one particular teaching that Christ gave us that has proven throughout history to have been offensive to many people.

Opening Reading – Psalms 85:7 thru 11 It is important for us to be as loving, caring and concerned people we can be. This is the example that Jesus portrayed. That is, for the most part. There is one particular teaching that Christ gave us that has proven throughout history to have been ...read more

Scripture: John 14:1-6

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How To Really Be Free Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Aug 8, 2004

Christian liberty -- what is it? Being able to drink occasionally? Watch R-rated movies without guilt? Some would say so. . . but what does the Bible really teach about our liberty? *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

Exactly how free are we as Christians? What does it mean to be brought back into bondage? Isn’t that what denominational and school rules do? What does the majority of Christians say? What does the Bible have to say? For an opener, read the controversial interpretation of Christian liberty ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32

Denomination: Holiness

A More Excellent Way Series

Contributed by Russ Witkowski on Apr 24, 2002

Step onw on how to pursue excellence in the Christian walk

PURSUING EXCELLENCE IN YOUR WALK I A MORE EXCELLENT WAY 1 CO 12:31 By Pastor Russ Witkowski ¡§But eagerly desire the greater gifts. And now I will show you the most excellent way.¡¨ Kata huperbole hoday! ¡§Excellent¡¨ - to throw beyond the usual mark, to surpass, a throwing beyond others, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:31, Proverbs 22:29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Expanding Your Circle

Contributed by Bobby Mcdaniel on Mar 14, 2004

The parable of "The Good Samaritan" teaches us that we should love despite the circumstances and despite our feelings.

Expanding Your Circle Based, in part, on a sermon by Mark Scott Scripture Ref: Luke 10:25-37 Additional References: The Bible Knowledge Commentary 1. Introduction a. The text for today is one of the many parables Jesus used in His ministry. A parable is a story with a lesson in it, although the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:25-37