Sermons on Letter Closings:

God's Indescribable Gift !

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jan 23, 2006

Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift! Jesus is the most generous gift the world will ever know. With hearts full of joy, we are called to give generously, joyfully and hilariously to the work of God!

This section of Paul’s letter ends with powerful words of praise. They could almost be the title of a worship song because they are powerful words of praise, thanksgiving and truth: “Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!” (9:15) 2 Corinthians 8 and 9 focus upon generosity in giving. The ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

Denomination: Anglican

Colossians 1:24 (The Sufferings Of Christ)

Contributed by David Smith on Nov 16, 2007

Christ still has more sufferings to complete, says St Paul. Really! I thought He died once for all upon the cross, and that was it? Apparently it’s not that simple!...

“And you, who once were estranged and hostile in mind, doing evil deeds, he has now reconciled in his body of flesh by his death, in order to present you holy and blameless and irreproachable before him” This is Paul, writing in his one and only letter to the Colossians, and it’s all good ...read more

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Essential Church – Building Mature Disciples By Teaching God’s Word Series

Contributed by Paul Barreca on Sep 29, 2013

The only way to produce a mature disciple is by teaching the Word of God.

Today’s Main Idea: The only way to produce a mature disciple is by teaching the Word of God. One of the strongest characteristics of FBC is our commitment to Biblical teaching. We began last week by looking at the Essentials of the church, looking to the things that the first Christians ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Has Your Number

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 26, 2015

The Holy Spirit knows who we are, where we are and assures us that we are children of God.

Title: God Has Your Number Text: Romans 8:12-17 Thesis: The Holy Spirit knows who we are, how we are and how to help us. Introduction Not so long ago in Ireland, if you sent a letter to Patrick Murphy at the village of Ballybucklebo in County Londonderry in Northern Ireland… your letter ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Our Journey

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jun 6, 2023

There are three distinct aspects of salvation: justification, sanctification, and glorification. This message will give details of each.

For the past few weeks we have been talking about being set apart from the rest of the world. We are set apart because we are Holy as we work at becoming as much like God as we can. In this process we are sanctified, or in the process of being sanctified. That's the direction that we're ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

Denomination: Baptist

First Corinthians

Contributed by Johnny A. Palmer Jr. on Apr 12, 2019

Living Life with a Purpose

Intro: 1. John Piper noted: Pastors have the job of equipping the saints for the work of the ministry. But ordinary Christians do the ministry. What ministry looks like is as varied as Christians are varied. It’s not an office; it’s a lifestyle devoted to advancing other people’s faith and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

The Church Of Pergamos

Contributed by Vernon Risner on Mar 5, 2021

Lessons from the church of Pergamos. Email me for power point slides and video clips u

(TAB -video) Most hear of the book of (TAB) Revelation and think “end times”. But Revelation is more than that. It prepares US – the church - individual Christians, to be what the world need as the end times approach. Before Jesus reveals all the details of “His wrath to come”, He commands ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Believe And Obey God

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 18, 2022

We need a revival in our country of true faith and obedience to the creator God.

Alba 8-14-2022 BELIEVE AND OBEY GOD Romans 16:21-27 Frank was the manager of an upscale men's wear store in a wealthy section of town and was interviewing Larry for the recently advertised salesman role. Frank looked at Larry's resume and noticed that Larry had never worked in retail ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:21-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Teamwork Series

Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 12, 2012

The need for teamwork

Teamwork - Titus 3:12-15 - November 13, 2011 ** Start with Johnny & Chachi “Teamwork” movie I hope this morning that you love “teamwork” more than “all getout”, just like Chachi. We want to talk about teamwork today, and to do that, I’d like you to turn ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Do's And Don'ts Of Ministry Series

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 6, 2022

Just like there are many do's and don'ts in life, there are also many do's and don'ts in ministry. In 1 Timothy 4, Paul pointed out to Timothy a number of do's and don'ts of ministry.

Introduction: A. There are many “do’s and don’ts” in life. 1. When we buy a new product it often comes with important labels that give us do’s and don’ts. 2. Here are a few: a. Do Use Like Regular Soap – I wonder how a person uses irregular soap? b. Do Not Eat Toner – When was the last time you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Armor Of God PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 12, 2025

Rely on God’s strength, not your own, by putting on His spiritual armor to stand firm against life’s battles and spiritual opposition.

Some of us came today weary, worried, and worn thin. You packed lunches and carried burdens. You tied shoes and untied knots in your soul. You answered emails while questions went unanswered in your heart. You smiled at the cashier while a thousand thoughts buzzed like bees behind your eyes. You’re ...read more

Topics: Armor, Protection

Prayer: It Is Our Little Secret

Contributed by Joe Harding on Nov 21, 2004

OUR FATHER HAS A SECRET AND IT IS A PERSONAL RELATIONSHIP WITH HIM!

PRAYER: IT IS OUR LITTLE SECRET MATTHEW 6: 1-13 NOVEMBER 7, 2004 INTRODUCTION: From the final scene of "Shrek": Fiona: "I was supposed to be beautiful" Shrek: "But you are beautiful" YOU SEE, FIONA HAD A LITTLE SECRET. AT NIGHT THE BEAUTIFUL PRINCESS BECAME AN ORGERESS. Unconditional love. It’s ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Get Around The Law

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 8, 2019

A study in the book of Esther 8: 1 – 17

Esther 8: 1 – 17 How to get around the law 1 On that day King Ahasuerus gave Queen Esther the house of Haman, the enemy of the Jews. And Mordecai came before the king, for Esther had told how he was related to her. 2 So the king took off his signet ring, which he had taken from Haman, and gave it ...read more

Scripture: Esther 8:8

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Standing Firm In The Lord (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Jan 6, 2022

In this message we begin (this is part one) unpacking Philippians 4:1 (and some of the verses around it) which teach us us how to stand firm in the Lord.

Standing Firm In The Lord #PowerfulPassages ALRIGHT MGCC… How are you all doing? Are you feeling good? (1-7 scale) And are ready to lean into the living and active, able to equip us fully for any good work, sharper than a double edged sword, Word of God? OKAY – let’s do this… It’s 65 AD, and a ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Devoted To The Apostles' Teaching

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 10, 2023

When the church first began, those first disciples of Jesus devoted themselves to the apostles' teachings. The New Testament contains the apostles' teaching and as followers of Jesus today, we must also devote ourselves to the apostles' teaching.

A. The Bible says that the early church “devoted themselves…” to a number of things. (NIV) 1. Some of the other translations express the phrase “devoted themselves” slightly differently. a. KJV: And they continued steadfastly b. NASV: They were continually devoting themselves 2. Their ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ