Sermons on Letters Of Commendation:

Paul's Thank You Letter Series

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Oct 31, 2007

In writing this thank you letter to the Philippians, Paul taught us about contentment, and about the relationship in the church between givers and receivers.

Paul’s Thank You Note TCF Sermon Philippians 4 – part 3 October 21, 2007 In a cemetery stands a grave marker with this inscription: SHE DIED FOR WANT OF THINGS. Alongside that marker is another which reads: HE DIED TRYING TO GIVE THEM TO HER. The lady mentioned on the tombstone died for want of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Letters Of Lament - Reading #1 Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Feb 13, 2009

This is a series of readings through the Book of Lamentations.

Letters of Lament – Reading #1 (Disclaimer: If you are looking for a typical sermon series this is not it. Worship can take on many forms. This series is a reading through the Book of Lamentations.) INTRODUCTION: There are times when we all lament – or need to lament. Times when we have ...read more

Scripture: Lamentations 1:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Letter From Adam To This Generation

Contributed by Sedaric Dinkens on Feb 6, 2014

Adam, reflecting upon the poor choices he made, bellows from antiquity to this generation, pleading for change and providing wisdom to do so.

To: Humans Living in the 21st Century From: Adam, the First Man Re: Concerns and Admonitions Dear Sisters and Brothers, I do not use these terms lightly. We are truly relatives, forever connected; in fact, I am honored to say that I was the first of our kind, formed by the hand ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Love Letter From A Pastor Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Jul 17, 2011

Paul held the Philippian church in great esteem and loved them dearly, as their founding pastor he had a very special connection with these believers.

Sermon Brief Date Written: July 2011 Date Preached: July 10, 2011 Series Title: A Series in Philippians Sermon Title: Letter from A Pastor’s Heart Sermon Text: Philippians 1-4 [ESV] 4:1 listed 1Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, stand firm ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Letter Of Concern- A New Body Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 6, 2022

This is the 97th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 28th sermon from 1 Corinthians.

Series: Action [#97] A LETTER OF CONCERN- A NEW BODY 1 Corinthians 15:35-58 Introduction: There are many in this room who are in some sort of physical pain. I know that it is God who gets me through each Sunday. Some weeks, I am in a lot of pain; but God gets me through every week. I bring ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:35-58

Denomination: Baptist

A Letter Of Concern- Invest In Others Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 8, 2022

This is the 98th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 29th sermon from 1 Corinthians.

Series: Action [#98] A LETTER OF CONCERN- INVEST IN OTHERS 1 Corinthians 16:1-24 Introduction: On this Mother’s Day, we are going to look at the last chapter of 1 Corinthians. This chapter teaches us how to invest into others. I thank God everyday for my mom- She has invested much into my life ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

Love Is A Four-Letter Word

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on May 18, 2022

Many four-letter words are used tritely as vulgar and profane slang or to curse someone.

The word "love" is also a four-letter word used so commonly that its true meaning and significance has been lost. People say they 'love' their house, car, clothes, church, school, pets, food, family, friends, hairdo, music, makeup, movies, etc., and they 'love' God. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21, Genesis 3:6, Romans 5:19, 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, Luke 11:11-13, Matthew 22:37-40  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Freedom Letter- No Longer A Slave Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Feb 12, 2021

This is the 41st sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study in Acts will also include the letters written to the Churches. This is the 7th sermon from the Letter to the Galatians.

Series: Action [#41] FREEDOM LETTER- NO LONGER A SLAVE Galatians 4:1-7 Introduction: We live in a time, when having a discussion about slavery can be very tense. Many of those conversations become about slavery in the United States. After 4 years of Civil War, the 13th Amendment was ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

A Letter Of Encouragement- Act Right Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 8, 2021

This is the 64th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 7th sermon from 2 Thessalonians.

Series: Action [#64] A LETTER OF ENCOURAGEMENT- ACT RIGHT 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18 Introduction: My Student Assistant is on his way to college. I am really excited for him; but I will miss his help. On his last day, he thanked me for teaching him how to do several work tasks; and for some ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-18

Denomination: Baptist

A Letter Of Encouragement- Be A Model Christian Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on May 2, 2021

This is the 51st sermon in the series "Action". This is the 1st sermon from 1 Thessalonians.

Series: Action [#51] A LETTER OF ENCOURAGMENT- BE A MODEL CHRISTIAN 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 Introduction: As we continue in our series Action, we are going to begin a study in 1 Thessalonians. I want us to look at the background and history of Thessalonica. Paul had been to several places. He ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Letter Of Encouragement- The Christian Hope Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jun 6, 2021

This is the 55th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 5th sermon from 1 Thessalonians.

Series: Action [#55] A LETTER OF ENCOURAGEMENT- THE CHRISTIAN HOPE 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 Introduction: I want to thank all of those who kept things going while Karen and I went to California to meet our newest granddaughter. It is very encouraging as your Pastor for us to be able to be gone ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

A Letter Of Encouragement- A Successful Church Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 3, 2021

This is the 58th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 1st sermon from 2 Thessalonians.

Series: Action [#58] A LETTER OF ENCOURAGEMENT- A SUCCESSFUL CHURCH 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4 Introduction: One thing I talk about often is the success of our children and their families. While they are all grown, I love talking about what they are doing and how they are doing. Paul continues this ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Letter Of Encouragement- God Is Sovereign Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 3, 2021

This is the 59th sermon in the series "Action". This is the 2nd sermon from 2 Thessalonians.

Series: Action [#59] A LETTER OF ENCOURAGEMENT- GOD IS SOVEREIGN 2 Thessalonians 1:5-12 Introduction: This was a Church worth bragging about. This Church was being persecuted on a regular basis, yet they continued on faithfully. The evidence of this, was how they allowed God to lead regardless ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 1:5-12

Denomination: Baptist

A Letter Of Encouragement- The Enemy Is Defeated Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jul 18, 2021

This is the 61st sermon in the series "Action". This is the 4th sermon from 2 Thessalonians.

Series: Action [#61] A LETTER OF ENCOURAGEMENT- THE ENEMY IS DEFEATED 2 Thessalonians 2:4-12 Introduction: Before humans were created, Lucifer and a 3rd of the angels in Heaven tried to overthrow God. God casted them out of Heaven. Since that point, Satan and the fallen angels have worked hard ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:4-12

Denomination: Baptist

Freedom Letter- Avoid Legalism Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Jan 2, 2021

This is the 37th sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study in Acts will also include the letters written to the Churches. This is the 2nd sermon from the Letter to the Galatians.

Series: Action [#37] FREEDOM LETTER- AVOID LEGALISM Galatians 2:1-10 Introduction: As you begin a New Year, how are you approaching it? I have been praying about this coming year; and I recently heard a great sermon about the New Year. As a Christian, nothing has changed in this World that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:1-10

Denomination: Baptist