Sermons on Maturity:

Message 3 - 1 Thessalonians Chapter 3 - Paul’s Great Desire To Connect With The Saints At Thessalonica Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Dec 29, 2022

Paul really loved the believers at Thessalonica. His concern for their welfare was so great he sent Timothy to them and he earnestly prayed for them day and night. In their suffering he prayed they would stand firm in holiness.

MESSAGE 3 - 1 THESSALONIANS CHAPTER 3 - PAUL’S GREAT DESIRE TO CONNECT WITH THE SAINTS AT THESSALONICA {{1Thessalonians 3:1 “Therefore when we could endure it no longer, we thought it best to be left behind at Athens alone, 1Thess 3:2 and we sent Timothy, our brother and God’s fellow worker in ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:6, Romans 5:3-5, 1 Thessalonians 3:7, 1 Thessalonians 3:8, Philippians 2:12-13, 1 Thessalonians 3:9-10, 1 Thessalonians 3:11-13, 2 Timothy 3:12, 1 Peter 2:21, Philippians 1:29, Psalm 119:71, Psalm 119:67, 1 Thessalonians 3:1-3, 1 Thessalonians 3:4-6, 2 Timothy 2:3-4, Acts 17:10-15, 1 Thessalonians 3:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Finding Purpose In Your Trials

Contributed by Raymond Dix Jr. on Jan 20, 2002

This message is designed to demonstrate that there is purpose in the trials God allows us to endure.

2 My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, 3 knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. 4 But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. Introduction – One of the most difficult questions at times like this is ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Worth Living Series

Contributed by Dr. Jerry N. Watts on May 16, 2010

A message which speaks of asking and receiving.

A Life Worth Living James 1:3-8 * There is a story of two garment workers in New York City. One was a cutter and one was a stitcher. They were working side by side. They got to talking about vacations. One said he was looking forward to his vacation and the other said he was not going on a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of Patience

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Jun 22, 2001

This sermon is about the power of Patience which helps us receive great blessings in our life

THE POWER OF PATIENCE:PSALMS 40:1-3 OUTLINE 1.PROSPERITY 2.PEACE 3.PERSECUTION 4.PROMOTION 5.POWER 6.PROMISES 7.PERFECTION THE MESSAGE THE POWER OF PATIENCE 1.PROSPERITY James 5:7 Patience leads us to prosperity. There is a time of waiting before we can receive the reward of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 40:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

On T.a.r.g.e.t.

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 8, 2009

In this sermon, I discuss our mission and a practical plan for staying on target.

Introduction: A. The story is told of a truck driver who was hauling a load of 500 penguins to the zoo. 1. Unfortunately, his truck broke down. 2. He eventually waved down another truck and offered the driver $500 to take the penguins to the zoo. 3. Later that day the first truck driver got his ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:42-47

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Prerequisites For Knowing The Voice Of God. Series

Contributed by Dr. Tom Badia on Feb 19, 2024

In this teaching we will learn of requirements which prepare you to hear the voice of God and discover His will for your life

THE PREREQUISITES FOR KNOWING THE VOICE OF GOD. KEY VERSES: I beseech you therefore brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, which is your reasonable service. And be not conformed to this world; but be ye transformed by the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-2

Our Purpose: To Teach The Saved Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Oct 20, 2006

A 5-part series casting vision and clarity about the purpose of our church.

PRACTICING OUR PURPOSE OUR PURPOSE: TO TEACH THE SAVED MARK 4:3-10, 13-20 INTRODUCTION: A minister friend of mine tells this true story of his next door neighbors who had wanted a baby for the longest time. For 6 years this couple prayed that God would bless them with a child. Finally they ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:3-20

Denomination: Christian Church

Body Builders

Contributed by Darrin Hunt on Nov 13, 2001

Being a Body Builder is more than pumping iron. It’s getting into spiritual shape so that the Body of Christ may be built up.

Eph. 4:11-16 “Body Builders” Intro. Have you ever seen a professional Body Builder?  Muscles rippling and bulging, every part in sync, his whole body a perfect specimen of health. Today, I want to talk to you about becoming a Body Builder.  Not the Body Builders we see on TV, but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

The "Perfect" Sermon

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Nov 9, 2005

Our purpose is to grow and become more like Christ

Title: The Perfect Sermon Text: Matt 19:16-21, Jas 1:2-5,19, John 17:4 & 23. FCF: God is perfect, and would have us be too. SO: I want the congregation to link communion, with the completeness goodness of God and the realities of this present age. The basis of this sermon is a word study of the ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-19

Denomination: Baptist

Sincerity Is Rewarding

Contributed by William Baeta on Jan 30, 2002

“Seek the Lord, all you humble of the land, you who do what he commands. Seek righteousness, seek humility; perhaps you will be sheltered on the day of the Lord’s anger.” Zeph. 2:3

Theme: Sincerity is rewarding Text: Zeph. 2:3, 3:12-13; 1 Cor. 1:26-31; Matt. 5:1-12 The Sermon on the Mount is not just a creed but a way of life. On the one hand they are mere principles, on the other they are a practical way to walk in the truth. Jesus meant everything He said and taught ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Perfect Gifts Series

Contributed by Robert Marsh on Dec 30, 2005

Last in the Series - God has given us gifts that are perfectly fitted to us - to be used to advance His kingdom.

Christmas in Narnia THE PERFECT GIFTS I Corinthians 12:4-11 / Ephesians 4:7ff “So, wadya get for Christmas?” [Solicit responses from the children] That’s a question that has been asked more over the last week than any other. Kids ask their friends. Grandparents, uncles, cousins and friends ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:4-11

Denomination: Baptist

Persevering Through Trials

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Oct 9, 2004

The theme of this sermon is that as we "keep our eyes fixed on Jesus" we will persevere through all our trials and as a result be enabled by the Holy Spirit to minister to others.

“PERSEVERING THROUGH TRIALS” --James 1:2-12 and Hebrews 12:1-3 Gianni Poli of Italy won the 1986 New York Marathon in 2:11:06. On March 2, 2003, Mark Yatich of Kenya won the Los Angels Marathon in 2:09:52. To me, however, the real hero of both marathons was the man who finished dead last in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-12

Denomination: Methodist

Let The Church Be The Church Part I

Contributed by Joe Harding on Apr 29, 2003

The Church of Jesus Christ is a Church focused on the wisdom of the Cross.

LET THE CHURCH BE THE CHURCH PART I: SPIRITUAL WISDOM I CORINTHIANS 2: 6 -- 3: 3 SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER: APRIL 27, 2003 INTRODUCTION: “My Town” as sung by Montgomery Gentry. There’s a for sale sign on a big ole rusty tractor, You can’t miss it, it’s the first thing that you see, Just up the road ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:6, 1 Corinthians 3:3

Denomination: Baptist

Chronos - 1 Corinthians 8 Series

Contributed by Robert Butler on Nov 19, 2022

Knowledge, love and conscience are the determining factors for how we handle the “gray” areas in our freedom with Christ.

This week we continue our series called Chronos. A term which means time. We have decided to study the scriptures this year in the order they were published. It gives us a very unique insight into the early church and the struggles of a growing movement. This review of history is important because ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Squandering The Blessings Of God

Contributed by Ken Alford on Nov 25, 2001

WASTING GOD’S BLESSINGS STUNTS CHRISTIAN GROWTH. Here are three Facts regarding Christian growth.

SQUANDERING THE BLESSINGS OF GOD Hebrews 6:1-12 INTRODUCTION: 1. This morning the bananas in the fruit bowl were just ripe-right for making bread. Tomorrow they’d have been too soft. So I took the time to sift and stir, and now a special fragrance fills the air. Soon I’ll take from the oven ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-12

Denomination: Baptist