Sermons on Missionary Advance:

Ephesians: A Life-Changing Letter (An Overview Of Ephesians)

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Oct 6, 2024

A Life-changing Letter - An Overview of Ephesians - sermon by Gordon Curley (MP3 Audio only) (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: The Background of the Letter: (a). The City (b). The Church (c). The Correspondence The Structure of the Letter (a). The Sections (b). The Purpose (c). The Ideas SERMON BODY: Ill: • Sports brand logos quiz. • Diadora • Umbro • Under Amour • New ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-3

Denomination: Brethren

The Walk Of The Believer In Jesus Alone (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Dr. Bradford Reaves on Jun 8, 2022

The Apostle Paul is writing to the Ephesian Church that the life of citizens of Christ’s Kingdom is unlike anything present in our world’s system.

Crossway Christian Fellowship Hagerstown, MD www.mycrossway.org View this sermon at: https://mycrossway.churchcenter.com/episodes/130882 We have come to the end of the fourth chapter of Ephesians. Over the last several weeks we’ve taken a deep look into the distinctiveness of the believer’s walk ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:31-32, Ephesians 5:1-2, Matthew 5:21-22, Matthew 6:14-15

Denomination: Brethren

Harvest: 'may All The Peoples Praise You'

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Sep 26, 2021

'May All The Peoples Praise You'  Psalm 67 sermon by  Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: • The world needs light (vs 1-2). • The world needs Joy (vs 3-4). • The world needs life (vs 5-7) SERMON BODY: Ill: • “Watson, come here! I want to see you!” • With these famous words, • Alexander Graham Bell catapulted himself into historic notoriety, • Bell was the inventor ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

The True Mark Of Leadership

Contributed by Irvin Mccorkle on Feb 25, 2005

Unless we as God’s people have a clear understanding of where we are headed, the probability of a successful journey is severely limited.

The True Mark of Leadership KJV Prov 29:18 Where there is no vision, the people perish. Although the NKJV is somewhat different, the impact is equally as powerful. Prov 29:18 Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; We have elected pastors with no vision therefore the people ...read more

Scripture: John 10:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Do You Know What Time It Is?

Contributed by Billy Wright, Jr. on Nov 6, 2000

Exhortation to the take the gospel to the next generation.

Introduction: A. Do you know what time it is? B. After doing a word study, I wrote this paraphrase of Ephesians 5:15-17. "Be aware of the circumstances around you and live for God. Don't be void in understanding, but with open eyes, realize what is going on. Make the most of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

Denomination: Baptist

Why The Holy Spirit Wants Us To Be More Offensive Than Defensive Minded In Spiritual Warfare

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. The Holy Spirit wants us to take full advantage of the fact that Christ has already declared us conquerors through His redemption.

1. The Holy Spirit wants us to take full advantage of the fact that Christ has already declared us conquerors through His redemption. Paul wrote, "We are more than conquerors through Him who love loved us." (Rom. 8:37) Ask the Lord to help you to appropriate all the resources that you enjoy as a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:12-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Helps Us Win Our Spiritual Battles

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How the Holy Spirit Helps Us Win Our Battles - Gal 5:17-23

How the Holy Spirit Helps us Win Our Battles - Gal 5:17-23 Illustration:Quotes:There are no victories at discount prices. General Dwight Eisenhower. 1. The Holy Spirit wages war with Christians’ sinful human nature. Paul writes, "For the sinful nature desires what is contrary to the Spirit, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Focus Of The Gospel -- Exalting Christ Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

FOCUS ON EXALTING CHRIST AND YOU CAN COUNT ON SUPERNATURAL BOLDNESS IN FRUITFUL MINISTRY -- - ONE THAT WILL GLORIFY CHRIST - AND EFFECTIVELY IMPACT OTHERS

BIG IDEA: FOCUS ON EXALTING CHRIST AND YOU CAN COUNT ON SUPERNATURAL BOLDNESS IN FRUITFUL MINISTRY -- - ONE THAT WILL GLORIFY CHRIST - AND EFFECTIVELY IMPACT OTHERS I. SUPERNATURAL BOLDNESS IN FRUITFUL MINISTRY COMES FROM FOCUSING ON EXALTING CHRIST (:19-21) A. The Power of Intercessory Prayer ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:19-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Achievement And Power Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Jan 24, 2003

Explores what the Bible teaches about ambition.

An excellent illustration of the pitfalls of ambition comes from Shakespeare’s classic work Macbeth. Macbeth probably expected to have ambition delivered in a quite different way then it was. He found the answers to his quest from three witches whose prophesy foretold who the next king of ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:38-42

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lordship Of Christ Part 1 Series

Contributed by Stephan Brown on Nov 16, 2004

Shows that Jesus is not only Savior but Lord. That Lordship is expressed in the Kingdom. When we submit to his Lordship--we come under the protection of His Reign.

The Lordship of Christ – Part 1 1 Peter 3:15a But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. I. We know that Jesus is savior, but he is also Lord. AC 2:36 "Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Christ." 2 Peter 3:18 But grow in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Is He Still Alive? Series

Contributed by Alan Gibson on Mar 31, 2004

The path of sin.

Is He Still Alive? 1Kings 20:31-34 (Questions) WW 3-31-04 Remember several weeks ago – we talked about the siege of Samaria by Ben Hadad of Aramen. The king of northern Israel was King Joram. Now we go back in time a bit – to Joram’s father – King Ahab. Making a pact with the enemy. How do you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:31-34

Denomination: Holiness

The Rahab In Me! Series

Contributed by Craig West on Dec 10, 2004

2nd Sermon in series of Living in Faith (through Joshua)

“The Rahab in Me!” Joshua 2 Intro: Affirmation w/ Stewart from SNL (I’m good enough, I’m smart enough, and doggone it, people like me!) READ JOSHUA 2:1—7 - Jericho: city c. 14 miles West of Jordan River; a bridgehead for all advances West or North into Canaan - “The use of spies was not a lack ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Bible And Retirement: Lesson 1: The Seasons Of Life

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Sep 1, 2003

Series: The Bible and Retirement

A. INTRODUCTION Winter: The farmer planning and dreaming. Spring: Cultivating the soil and planting. Summer: Working and growing toward success. Fall: Harvesting the fruits of life. THREE MISSED OPPORTUNITIES 1. Rejecting the season you are in. Always dreaming of the lazy, hazy days of summer. 2. ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

"When Chains Bring Gains" Series

Contributed by Phil Anderson on Aug 6, 2004

Taking a healthy look at the "chains" and other difficulties we face and finding what God’s purpose is behind them...both IN us and THROUGH us.

“When Chains Bring Gains” Philippians 1:12-21 PHP 1:12 Now I want you to know, brothers, that what has happened to me has really served to advance the gospel. 13 As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I am in chains for Christ. 14 Because of my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

When God Provides, Do His Will Series

Contributed by Jonathan Powell on Nov 7, 2006

Knowing and Understanding the Provision of God - sermon 2 in Under Construction series

When God Provides, Do His Will Nehemiah 2:1-20 As we learned last week, Nehemiah was a man who was burdened for the loss of the city of Jerusalem. He was burdened to the point of giving his burden to the Lord through prayer and supplication. Through his mourning, weeping, fasting, and prayer, ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist