Sermons on Letter Closings:

Breakthrough PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 4, 2023

This sermon explores overcoming personal barriers through faith and the transformative power of scripture in guiding us towards our God-given destiny.

Good morning, dear friends. We gather here today, hearts hopeful, spirits lifted, ready to hear God's word. We're going to spend some time in Luke 5:19. It's a passage that's simple, yet powerful. Let me read it for you, "And when they could not find by what way they might bring him in because of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:19

Topics: Breakthrough

Be Grateful PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 15, 2023

This sermon explores cultivating deep, abiding gratitude, harnessing the power of thankfulness, and honoring God with a thankful heart, guided by 2 Corinthians 9:11.

Welcome, dear friends, to this blessed gathering of believers. We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. Each of us is here because God, in His infinite wisdom and mercy, has called us to gather in His name, to learn from His word, and to grow in His grace. Today, we're going to focus ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 9:11

Topics: Thankful Heart

You Have Been Called Into His Fellowship PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Nov 30, 2023

Explores the faithfulness of God, His grace, and the importance of fellowship.

Good morning, beloved family of God. What an honor it is to gather with all of you today, in this hallowed place, to share in the Word of God. We are not just here to listen, but to take these divine words to heart, to let them shape us, mold us, and guide us on our path of faith. As we gather ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Topics: Born Again, Grace Of God

Perfect, Establish, Strengthen, And Settle You PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 3, 2023

This sermon explores how God's abundant grace, eternal glory, and promise of spiritual growth are experienced profoundly during trials and tribulations.

Welcome, beloved congregation, to this sacred assembly where we gather in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. I am overjoyed to see your eager faces, ready to receive the Word of God. This is a place of warmth, of love, of fellowship, and above all, a place where God's Word is proclaimed and His ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:10

Topics: God, Grace

The Father's Love PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 1, 2024

This sermon explores the unshakeable love of God, emphasizing its transformative power and presence during life's trials, as a source of strength, refuge, and salvation.

Welcome, brothers and sisters, to this gathering of hearts, a symphony of souls in search of solace, strength, and spiritual sustenance. We gather here not as strangers, but as a family, united under the loving gaze of our Heavenly Father. Our lives, like threads in a divine tapestry, are woven ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:38-39

Topics: Unmerited Love

Press Toward The Mark! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

This sermon encourages believers to let go of the past, persevere in faith, and passionately pursue God's purpose, looking forward to His promises.

Welcome, beloved, to our time of worship and fellowship in the Lord's presence. I trust that His grace has been sufficient for you through the week and that you are eager to hear from Him today. We gather here, not by coincidence, but by divine appointment. We are here because we are drawn by the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

Topics: Confession, Deliverance

Experiencing The Anointing In Our Lives PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 4, 2024

Explores the power, love, and sound mind given by God's Spirit, encouraging believers to perceive, practice, and promote these gifts in their lives.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred space where we gather as a family, united by our common faith and shared love for our Savior, Jesus Christ. We have come together once again to drink from the well of God's Word, to be refreshed, renewed, and revitalized. And today, dear ones, we are turning ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:7

Topics: Power, Spirit

Give Hope Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 15, 2009

Looking at 2 Corinthians 1:3-11 we can see the nature of difficulties in: 1) Giving Hope (2 Cor. 1:3-7), 2) Getting Hope (2 Cor. 1:8-9), 3) Praise for Hope ( 2 Cor. 1:10-11)

The actions recently of major Nidal Malik Hassan on Fort Hood in Texas, have been shocking. The US army psychiatrist, who was charged with providing hope and comfort to distressed soldiers, turned on them, shooting 51. In 2 Corinthians, the Apostle Paul rejoiced because God has so recently ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:3-11

Denomination: Other

Contentment Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Nov 3, 2020

Election results will leave half the voters disappointed. This message instructs Christians on how to deal with the ups and downs of life.

Intro We are in a study of Philippians. The key verse in this epistle is Philippians 2:5, “Let this mind [mindset; way of thinking] be in you which was also in Christ Jesus.”i Throughout this letter Paul is teaching us the way we should think about our lives. It is the pathway to abundant ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28, John 10:10, 2 Corinthians 10:12, Hebrews 13:5, 1 Peter 5:6, Deuteronomy 8:1-17, Ecclesiastes 1:8, 2 Corinthians 8:1-5, Romans 14:17, Proverbs 27:20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

The Book Of Revelation (Revelation 2)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 22, 2022

In Chapter one we saw where the Lord is walking among the seven golden candle sticks. The seven golden candlesticks represent the seven churches that we want to talk about.

Four of these churches are in Chapter two and three of them in chapter 3. The first church we are going to look at… I. THE CHURCH OF EPHESUS Revelation 2:1-7 God chose these seven churches that were symbolic of the seven kinds of churches that were to exist in the future. One thing that ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Hope In The Future Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Nov 13, 2021

Someone has wisely stated that if you could convince a man that there is no hope, he would curse the day he was born and then give up. Hope is essential for the mindset of mankind and for vision for the future.

Series: Hope Beyond Series Thesis: Someone has wisely stated that if you could convince a man that there is no hope, he would curse the day he was born and then give up. Hope is essential for the mindset of mankind and for vision for the future. Scripture for series: I Peter 1:3-6: Praise to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:3-6, Jeremiah 29:11, Proverbs 24:14, Proverbs 23:17-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Strange Things We Hear In The Church Today Series

Contributed by Bob Faulkner on Sep 10, 2015

The claim to apostleship, "rhema" words, storming Hell, your destiny, revealing of the Sons of God, dominion, the 7 mountains... and more

THE STRANGE THINGS WE HEAR 15. "Apostolic" Misinterpretations I believe the Lord has made it clear to me often that I am never to come against something He may be doing. That's pretty dangerous. So my task today is to work under the umbrella of Ephesus, that exposed people who said they were ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pursuing God In Bible Study Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Jan 24, 2010

Bible study is profitable because 1)Scripture is Inspired & Inerrant 2)Profitable for Teaching. 3) Profitable for Reproof. 4)Profitable for Correction. 5)Profitable for Training in Righteousness. 6)Profitable for Competency & Equipping

With the 2010 Winter Olympics about to begin in British Columbia, the world is focused on excellence. For an Olympic athlete, competing in an Olympics takes hard work, focus and determination. Scripture often describes the Christian life in such terms. In running the race, we are to aim for the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Other

Faith, Hope & Love Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 7, 2014

In Colossians 1:1-8, the Apostle Paul’s shows how the gospel is 1) Received by Faith (Colossians 1:1–4a), 2) Rests in Hope(Colossians 1:5-8), and 3) Results in Love (Colossians 1:4b).

Whenever we travel, problems inevitably arise. Situations regarding our own travel we tend to be able to handle. The difficult ones are the ones that happen back home. Perhaps our kids got into a jam, there is a difficulty at work or a friend got into a crisis situation. As much as we want to help, ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-8

Denomination: Other

Glorify God In Your Body! Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jun 2, 2014

Paul challenged believers in Corinth to bring glory to God thru living spiritually disciplined lives and we are also challenged to glorify God thru living spiritually disciplined lives.

Sermon Brief Date Written: May 28, 2014 Date Preached: June 01, 2014 Where Preached: OPBC (AM) Sermon Details: Series Title: A Series in 1 Corinthians Sermon Title: Glorify God in Your Body! Sermon Text: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20 [ESV] TEXT: Essence of the Text: Paul challenged believers in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:12-20

Denomination: Baptist