Sermons on Let Him Speak:

Paul On The Defense: 2 Corinthians Intro Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Sep 6, 2011

Christians have a long-standing tradition of being confused about church leadership and the identity of the Christian lay person. The Corinthian church experienced this problem even in the middle of the first century! Who are we?

[Note: this sermon was so long -- or my preaching of it -- that I was only to cover my first point in 1/2 hour] Paul on the Defense: 2 Corinthians Intro (2 Corinthians 1:1-2, textual) 1. Paul plants the church in Corinth (about 51 A.D.) 2. Paul writes I Corinthians (about 54 A.D.) 3. Timothy and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Experience Love

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jan 31, 2017

Even at our worst, God loves us.

Tonight, we are going to be talking about a love you can experience. Opening question: What do you mean when you say, “I love you”? Our central thought, or central truth for tonight is this: Even at our worst, God loves us. We may not admit it, but we’ve seen those talk shows. A well-known ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:6-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord And His Servants

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jul 8, 2016

21 REVELATIONS CONCERNING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE LORD AND HIS SERVANTS

THE LORD AND HIS SERVANTS 1. THE LORD HAS A GREAT PURPOSE FOR HIS SERVANTS JOHN 15:16 1 Thessalonians 5:24 ROMANS 8:28-30 Philippians 3:7-14 EPHESIANS 2:10 1 Peter 2:9 2. THE LORD CHOOSES ORDINARY PEOPLE TO BE HIS ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

"What Is Power?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jun 21, 2014

A sermon about the power of the Gospel.

Romans 1:1-7, 14-17; 3:22-30 "What is Power?" What is power? Power is something that many people want. It is often obtained through manipulation and deceit. The desire for power often comes from feelings of inferiority, fear or narcissism. The results of gaining power for power's sake ...read more

Denomination: United Methodist

Justification By Faith Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on May 25, 2014

The earliest controversy in the church was over a critical matter: What does it mean in practical terms to be a member of God’s family? Also, coming to Christ is an act of self-denial. We are “under new management.”

Introduction: One thing we can all agree on: People rarely agree! Even in the early church there was conflict; and while we’d prefer unity among believers, disputes happen. In an awkward moment Peter and Paul were at odds. Paul confronted the head of the church to his face…because ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-21

Denomination: Congregational

Christian Lady Funeral

Contributed by Perry Greene on Aug 3, 2017

A funeral for a 75 year old Christian lady.

Family Enters – Amazing Grace (Celtic Woman version) Welcome and Obituary We were all shocked to hear of the passing of Barbara W. She had been battling her condition for some time but suddenly she passed. We have gathered here, as is our custom, to conduct a service to remember Barbara; to comfort ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:34-35

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Dealing With Chronic Complaints Lesson 11 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Mar 27, 2017

The cure of criticism

A. THE CAUSE OF COMPLAINING – EXODUS 15:22-24 “So Moses brought Israel from the Red Sea; then they went out into the Wilderness of Shur. And they went three days in the wilderness and found no water. Now when they came to Marah, they could not drink the waters of Marah, for they ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-26

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus, The Law & Grace Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Apr 24, 2017

Jesus had just talked with the disciples about being blessed and also about being “Salt & Light”. He now felt the need to address the elephant in the room… The elephant was the question that kept coming up, “What about the Law of Moses?”

Matthew 5:17-20 Introduction: 1. Jesus had just talked with the disciples about being blessed and also about being “Salt & Light”. He now felt the need to address the elephant in the room… The elephant was the question that kept coming up, “What about the Law of Moses?” 2. Jesus begins by ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 8:6-13, Jeremiah 31:31-34, Mark 1:14-15, Matthew 5:17-20

Denomination: Church Of God

What The Bible Says About Homosexuality

Contributed by John Gaston on Oct 1, 2012

God's timeless revelation -- His Word -- does not change. We live in a day of situational ethics and relative truth. The world is hearing a false message about what God thinks about homosexuality. We must tell them "the whole counsel of God."

WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS ABOUT HOMOSEXUALITY I. THE CLEAR BIBLICAL PATTERN FOR SEXUALITY Homosexuality is being here addressed because it is the subject of a lot of false teaching and mistruth about what the Bible has to say. You and I can't be pleasing to God if we're practicing sexual sin, that is, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:4-5

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Living Letters

Contributed by Nick Hodges on Nov 5, 2012

As Christians #1 We are living letters, not #2 letters of death but #3 letters of hope.

Intro • Do you remember when people would write letters? • Even though letter writing is still a good way of communication, I would say most people do not utilize it much anymore. • People do still send cards to celebrate different occasions but how many people truly sit down ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

Christ Has Chosen Us

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Dec 18, 2012

I. EXORDIUM: Are you bearing fruit? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that bearing fruit is the work of the tree, that's the Vine - our LORD JESUS CHRIST not human effort. IV. TEXT: John 15:16 (New Living Trans

I. EXORDIUM: Are you bearing fruit? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that bearing fruit is the work of the tree, that's the Vine - our LORD JESUS CHRIST not human effort. IV. TEXT: John 15:16 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) You didn’t choose me. I ...read more

Scripture: John 15:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Relearning Lessons We Haven't Applied" Series

Contributed by Gordon Weatherby on May 17, 2013

This was one of three sermons from Colossians 2 & 3 for the fall start of school

Back To The Spiritual Classroom 3 Relearning The Lessons We Haven't Completely Applied Col. 3:1-11 Dorn Ridge September 20, 2009 INTRODUCTION: I. THERE ARE TIMES WE HAVE TO RELEARN HEAVENLY LESSONS. 1.) We must set our hearts on things above. A.) Because we Have been raised with ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God Of Peace

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 19, 2013

To show that we are blameless because of our LORD JESUS CHRIST who gave us Peace.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you blameless? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we are blameless because of our LORD JESUS CHRIST who gave us Peace. IV. TEXT: 1 Thessalonians 5:23 (Amplified Bible) And may the God of peace Himself sanctify you through and through [separate ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

Community Partnership Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 7, 2014

As a community of believers, the local congregation is in partnership with God for HIS agenda in saving the world.

1. Efficiency Expert An efficiency expert concluded a lecture with a note of caution: "You don't want to try these techniques at home." "Why not?" asked someone from the back of the audience. "I watched my wife's routine at breakfast for years," the expert explained. "She made lots of trips to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Levi Paid Tithes In Abraham

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Feb 3, 2014

To show that we are blessed even before we give our tithes, because of JESUS CHRIST who already paid the price of our redemption.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you blessed after giving tithes? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we are blessed even before we give our tithes, because of JESUS CHRIST who already paid the price of our redemption. IV. TEXT: Hebrews 7:9 (Amplified Bible) 7:9 A person might ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:9

Denomination: Pentecostal