Sermons on Legalistic:

You Must Be Holy Because God Is Holy Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on May 24, 2017

Some of God’s commandments & statutes we find easy to follow, others are a little more difficult for us to faithfully follow. God has given us a command that is explicit in the standard He expects us to live by: "You must be holy because I am holy"

God’s definition of Holy We continue in our preaching series on discovering your destiny. For the next few weeks, we are going to be considering how setting high standards in our lives is important as disciples of Jesus. This morning we are going to think about what it means to be decent and ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 11:44, 1 Peter 1:16, Galatians 5:16-25, Galatians 2:20, Colossians 3:2-3, Romans 12:2, Ephesians 4:22-24, 1 Thessalonians 4:1, Ephesians 1:4, Leviticus 20:26, 1 Peter 2:9-10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Significance Of A New Creation-14 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 3, 2016

Part B--ii-iv of point 14. Paul commended his apostolic ministry to the Corinthian church thru a list of practical realities within which he operated. The significance of being a new creation in Christ is played out in the Practical Realities of Ministry.

‘The Significance Of A New Creation’--XIV—2Corinthians 5:9--6:10... 14. The PRACTICAL REALITIES Of MINISTRY-B—2Corinthians 6:3-10... Part B of point 14 in the series. Attention: Sunday morning Worship at FBC of Carrabelle(or anywhere for that matter) is very much more than ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Best Part Of Leftovers Series

Contributed by Jay Tigner on May 7, 2016

Are we giving Jesus the best we have or what we have left over?

WHEN SERVING LEFTOVERS IS ACCEPTABLE... • YES. The day after thanksgiving or Christmas when you are exhausted from all the celebrating and eating that you did the day before…it is ok to serve leftovers because you dragging something out of the refrigerator and putting it in the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:35-39

Denomination: Baptist

Our Spiritual Toolbox Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Apr 9, 2018

What are the tools in our toolbox the will enable us to live a victorious Christian life in the Spirit?

We all want to live the Victorious Christian Life. But the fact is we struggle day in a day out just keeping our heads above water. How is it done? What are we doing wrong? The Bible points us to all the key tools we need to live the life we are called to live. The problem is we don’t open our ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:13-26, Galatians 5:13-26

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming A Fool

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 12, 2018

Building on the Right Foundation, Being God's Temple, Our Work for the Kingdom

PAUL: A FOOL FOR CHRIST - Becoming a Fool April 15, 2018 1 Corinthians 3:18 (p. 794) Introduction: There was a time, right before I left Louisville to come to Lexington I was meeting with a young man named Nick at Starbucks every week…He was dating my best friend’s daughter ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Children's Bread Are Not For The Dogs

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 19, 2015

To show that children have more rights than pets. We get the greatest right a man can get in this world, that is to become sons of GOD, and not be content to retain as a dog.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a dog? Yes, before but not anymore, I'm a child of GOD. John 1:12 (Amplified Bible) But to as many as did receive and welcome Him, He gave the authority (power, privilege, right) to become the children of God, that is, to those who believe in (adhere to, trust in, and rely ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:26

Denomination: Pentecostal

Romans Extended Outline Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 17, 2018

This is an extended outline of our study in Romans

ROMANS EXTENDED OUTLINE I. Receive the gift of God’s righteousness (justification) by faith 1-5 A. Everyone desperately needs Christ’s righteousness 1:18-3:20 1. The self-centered hedonist is guilty 1:18-32 a) Man suppresses the truth in unacceptable behavior. b) God ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Daniel 9: This May Take A While Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Sep 3, 2020

When hopes are delayed, turn to the Bible, pray, and look to the future. The final fulfillment is in Christ, (Daniel 9:24) "...to put an end to sin, to atone for wickedness, to bring in everlasting righteousness..."

THIS MAY TAKE A WHILE—Daniel 9 The family is on a road trip, when one of the kids starts the incessant refrain, “Are we almost there?” The parent replies, “Not yet; we have a ways to go.” Ten minutes later, the question and answer are the same. “Are we almost there? Are we at least making ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 9:1-27, Jeremiah 9:4-14, Matthew 24:15-30

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Being Right With God

Contributed by Kumar Aryal on Jul 9, 2020

How many of you know the meaning of righteousness? It is generally defined as"the quality of being morally right or justifiable.” In biblical terms, righteousness is defined as “being right with God.” Now the question is, how can we become righteous or be right with God?

Good Morning Everyone! What a joy it is to come together as a body of Christ to worship Him and to study His word! We are studying the book of Philippians, and today we are in 3:7-11. Our topic this morning is Righteousness. How many of you know the meaning of righteousness? It is generally ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Invites Us To Talk To Him Series

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jun 12, 2018

This sermon will look at some basic guidelines to prayer and a model of prayer called ACTS. It will then conclude with mountain moving prayer.

God Invites us to Talk to Him Matthew 6:9-14, Philippians 4:6-7 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Part one of this series focused on the fact that God does not change and still performs miracles for His children who pray in accordance with His will and have ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-14, Philippians 4:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

"Our Identity In Christ (Iv): We Are Children Of God”

Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jun 2, 2021

Knowing who we are in Christ is vital. Without it, we can be confused, lost, and have no meaning and purpose in our lives, and therefore, fail to accomplish God's plans for us. This is the fourth sermon series on "Our Identity in Christ."

Many in the younger generation suffer from identity confusion. When we ask them “Who are you?” they cannot answer. They do not know where their value comes from. Some even question the most basic things about themselves, like those who suffer from gender dysphoria and do not know whether they are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:19, Romans 8:14, 1 John 3:10, 2 Corinthians 5:17, John 3:3, John 1:12-13, John 8:34, John 8:44, Hebrews 12:9-10, Genesis 1:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Return To God With All Your Heart Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Mar 14, 2020

We see the longing of God's heart for His people to return to Him. They were not bringing in the tithes and offerings because their hearts have strayed from God. It is a problem of the heart.

Let’s recap last week message. God will judge. He is the righteous and just God. • Delayed judgement does not mean He is unjust. God is being patient and merciful, not wanting anyone to perish under His judgement (cf. 2 Pet 3:9). • He will come as a refiner’s fire, not to burn and destroy His ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6-12, Genesis 14:17-20, Genesis 28:20-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Mercy Given And Received

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 29, 2020

While becoming merciful is not easily attainable, from Jesus’ words we learn that mercy grows best in the fertile souls of the poor in spirit, those who mourn, the meek, and those who hunger and thirst for righteousness sake.

Mercy Given and Received Matthew 5:7 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 “Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.” The Sermon on the Mount as found in Matthew 5-7 is “one of the best known and most extensively studied discourses in the world.” This ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

There Are No Gray Areas Only Gray People

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on May 9, 2020

There are no gray areas. The Word has a correct answer for every issue. Issues are only gray when people do not want the full light of God but want to tiptoe on the edges of darkness.

“Abstain from anything that sustains prejudice against the Gospel.” - Dr. Robert Delnay Romans 14:1-15:7 Background Holy – Sanctification, Separation Leviticus 19:2 qadosh Leviticus 20:7 qodesh I Peter 1:15,16 hagios 1 Thessalonians 5:23 hagiazo God is black and white! Light in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-23, Romans 15:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Free Mothers

Contributed by Howard Strickland on May 14, 2023

So what makes a mother free? With a fresh anticipation mothers can begin life brand-new. Fresh. Filled with, truth. Love. Integrity.

Free Mothers Galatians 4:21-31NLT What makes a mother free? Free like a family executing their carefully planned escape at midnight, dashing for the boarder… A man standing outside prison walls, gulping fresh air, awash in the new sun… A young ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:21-31, 1 John 2:2

Denomination: Pentecostal