Sermons on Llamado A Macedonia:

Witness

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Nov 30, 2015

The gospel readings of Christ Jesus told us wars and rumors of wars (division in Corinth) prevailed but true believers know the love of God superseded to lovingly guide us to spiritually keep our eyes, hearts and minds on Christ Jesus, a refuge of peac

WITNESS by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (November 30, 2015) “Finally, brethren, farewell. Be perfect, be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace shall be with you. Greet one another with an holy kiss. All the saints salute you. The grace ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:11-14

Denomination: Friends

Triumphant Joy: The Pursuit Of Happiness Series

Contributed by C Jordan on Jul 18, 2013

Philippians shows us how God wants His people to experience triumphant joy, rejoicing in the Lord always, even in the midst of suffering, trials and temptations.

TRIUMPHANT JOY #1: THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS INTRO TO TOPIC: • Joy and happiness. So many people in the world today aren’t experiencing it! • However, so many people in our world live for the pursuit of happiness. • The question is: HOW do we experience happiness? Everyone ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-8

Denomination: *other

The Environment Of Choice Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 30, 2014

THIS PASSAGE PRESENTS US WITH SEVERAL SCENARIOS, EACH OF WHICH PRESENTS PAUL AND BY INFERENCE US WITH THE OPPORTUNITY OF CHOICE. IT IS IMPORTANT TO MAKE NOTE OF THE PRINCIPLE THAT CHOICES HAVE CONSEQUENCES. IN OTHER WORDS, CHOICES

THE ENVIRONMENT OF CHOICE Acts 16:11-40 From Troas we put out to sea and sailed straight for Samothrace, and the next day on to Neapolis. 12 From there we traveled to Philippi, a Roman colony and the leading city of that district of Macedonia. And we stayed there several days. 13 On the Sabbath we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-40

Denomination: Baptist

Celebrating Our Independence By Imitating God

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jul 4, 2014

How should we celebrate our independence from sin? Paul gives us the way in Ephesians 5 as beloved children Imitate God." If this were our focus as churches we would see revival, lives filled with the power of the Holy Spirit and transformation in lives

Intro: This Friday was the Fourth of July. The Fourth celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence July 4, 1776 and freedom from the cruel rule of the British Empire. It is marked with Bar B Que, fireworks and going to the lake. Paul is calling us to a similar celebration in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Stay Passionate

Contributed by Lane Hastie on Nov 6, 2018

Passion is a difference maker!

Passion is a difference maker. It’s the fuel that mobilizes warriors to rush to battle, motivates scientist to find new cures, moves athletes to train, and sustains people like you and I to reach goals as we go through life. Passionate people are willing to do whatever it takes…willing to make ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

3 Areas To Renew In Us If The Gospel Is To Be Brought To The Nations.

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Feb 17, 2018

If the gospel is to reach the nations first there must be a renewel of three areas in every believer's life.

Text: Philippians 4:10-20 Title: 3 areas to renew in us if the gospel is to be brought to the nations Introduction The Apostle Paul finishes the Letter to the Philippians by thanking them for renewing their efforts in helping him to bring the gospel to the nations. This portion of scripture also ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Paul, Jesus' Slave

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 9, 2017

This is the first sermon of a group on the Book of Romans.

Paul, Jesus’ Slave Romans 1:1 “Paul, a slave of Jesus Christ, called apostle, separated unto the gospel of God.” Today we begin an in depth study of the Book of Romans, on of the most influential documents in all history. Besides it being instrumental to the conversion of St. Augustine. Martin ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1, Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Blessed Together In Christ Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Jan 18, 2017

Again expressing gratitude for Philippi. Paul understood the mutual benefit they enjoyed through Christ. They shared and received from each other. We too benefit from each other, meeting individual needs and strengthening the church.

Blessed together in Christ Philippians 4: 14-19 Drawing near the conclusion of his letter, Paul once again offered a word of gratitude for the church in Philippi. They had certainly benefited greatly from the love and devotion of Paul, and yet he knew his commitment to them had not been without ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:14-19

Denomination: Baptist

The Lord Is My Helper

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Nov 19, 2017

To show that the LORD JESUS is our Helper that will prevent us from being alarmed by fear and dread, and will always be conscious that man can't do nothing against us because our Helper dwells within us.

I. EXORDIUM: Who is your Helper? JESUS! II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that the LORD JESUS is our Helper that will prevent us from being alarmed by fear and dread, and will always be conscious that man can't do nothing against us because our Helper dwells ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Warts And All

Contributed by Davon Huss on Jan 10, 2008

An introductory sermon for a series of sermons on the letters to the Corinthians. Outline taken from Chuck Warnock of Confessions of a Small Church Pastor

Sermon for 1/6/2007 Introduction to Corinthians 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 Introduction: A. Read 1 Corinthians 1:1-9 B. In the newsletter I said, The Corinthian church destroys the idea that the early church is a model for us to imitate! The early church as recorded in Acts is worthy of our imitation ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

You & Yours, Toxic Hearts

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Sep 2, 2017

Let us consider that contrary winds are blowing to sift us. The battle is not just about you, the battle is also about yours.

You & Yours, TOXIC HEARTS... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I have a little hand held sifter and a fan... TARGET: CONTRARY: not helpful, against... to be opposite of what one desires or expected, opposed, Matthew 14:24 But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with ...read more

Denomination: Assembly Of God

My Purpose Part Two Series

Contributed by Damien Saylor on Feb 23, 2020

As Children of God we are founded, consecrated, sanctified, & ordained. What great purpose that gives us. Can we live up to such a great calling? We can, because we have help!

Sermon series- purpose 2 - God is with you to carry out His purpose. - The greatest desire God has for mankind is for us to be His children. - With that knowledge comes the next phase of our purpose. - Walking with “Father God” - When it comes to doing any kind of work, the ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:4-10

Denomination: Baptist

A Disciple Gives Series

Contributed by William Baeta on Oct 19, 2019

“And Elijah said to her, ‘Do not fear; go and do as you have said. But first make me a little cake of it and bring it to me, and afterward make something for yourself and your son.’” (1 Kings 17:13)

Introduction: Our theme for today’s sermon is “a disciple gives”. A disciple is a “follower” who adheres to the teachings and lifestyle of his master. A Christian disciple is a person whose life and conduct reflects that of Christ. Since today is children’s harvest and we are worshipping as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 17:8-16, Acts 16:13-15, Luke 9:36-43

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Christians Together

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Jul 8, 2023

How was life in the early church? Let's find out in Romans 15 and 16.

Paul concludes his topic of patience over non-essentials with a glimpse of the early church. If our faith is strong, we should be patient with the Lord's followers whose faith is weak. We should try to please them instead of ourselves. 2 We should think of their good and try to help them by ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Beacon Of Light Through The Inscrutable Darkness

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Sep 21, 2020

St. Paul encourages us to conduct ourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ.

September 20, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Philippians 1:21-30 Beacon of Light through the Inscrutable Darkness Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “Live your life in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ.” This ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:21-30

Denomination: Lutheran