Sermons on Not Of Works:

God Buries His Workers, But Carries On His Work

Contributed by Ronald Moore on Nov 4, 2025

Every believer must eventually come face to face with one humbling truth: God’s work does not depend on us. He uses us, yes—mercifully, powerfully, even miraculously—but when our task is finished, He sets us down, and His work continues without pause.

Text: “Moses my servant is dead; now therefore arise, go over this Jordan, thou, and all this people, unto the land which I do give to them.” — Joshua 1:2 (NKJV) Introduction: The Ending That Wasn’t the End Every believer must eventually come face to face with one humbling truth: God’s work does ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 1:2

Denomination: Anglican

Called To Specific Jobs? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 5, 2018

God calls people to work but equips them to do godly work!

God calls people to work but gifts and also calls for rest and instructs! Part of God's plan for everyone is to do work using what God has given each person BUT also calls every person to rest in God and listen to His instructions! Are we putting God’s gifts to work? Are we resting God’s Way? ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 31:1-18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Acquittal Through Faith In Christ

Contributed by Charles Salmon on May 27, 2002

The content, source, and evidence of faith that brings acquittal from guilt of sin.

Acquittal Through Faith In Christ Rom. 5:1 INTRO.: One word used in the New Testament to describe our salvation is "justification." This is a word borrowed from the court room. It has the meaning of being acquitted from guilt for a crime. In our American system of jurisprudence, a person may be ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Have Yourself A Mary Little Christmas (Outline)

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Dec 3, 2001

Wrong focus, wrong day, wrong practices. Full text to follow.

Have Yourself A Mary Little Christmas! Luke 10:38-42 I. By forgetting the flurry! A. Jesus just wants to be received. Vs. 38 B. Martha was distracted. Vs 40 C. Martha was irritable and critical. Vs. 40 II. By focusing on first things! A. The things troubling us will pass. Vs. 39, 41 B. Our ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42, 1 Corinthians 11:23-24

Denomination: Baptist

Blessed Are The Dead Who Die In The Lord

Contributed by Larry Brincefield on Jan 30, 2004

Memorial roll sermon. 1. Blessed are the dead? Surely not! 2. Blessed are the dead...WHO DIE IN THE LORD 3. They will have rest from their labors. 4. Their deeds follow them.

February 1, 2004 Title: Blessed are the dead which die in the Lord Text: Rev. 14:13 Then I heard a voice from heaven say, "Write: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on." "Yes," says the Spirit, "they will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them." Rev 14:13 ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 14:13

Denomination: Nazarene

You Must Be Born Again

Contributed by Willie Richard, Jr on Dec 28, 2002

Explaination of the process of baptism and rebirth to new converts.

Little Rock Baptist Church August 18, 2002 Baptism Service- Ella Harris, Myles Davis, Derrick Davis Scripture: John 3:1-3 You must be born again! As Pastor of this great church, my first opportunity to pastor I might add, I often pray that God will bless us with new members. And I also pray ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Repentance, Faith, Ressurection And Judgement Series

Contributed by Stephen Wright on Oct 9, 2005

Repentance from dead works and faith toward God. Resurrection of the dead and eternal judgment.

Repentance from dead works and faith toward God Reading Ps 32; Mt 15:1-9 Introduction Last time we saw that a passage can look straightforward when we read it superficially; obscure when you look at it more closely and then straight forward again when you read it in its context, bearing in mind ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Sheep Or Goat - Which Are You & Which Do You Want To Be?

Contributed by Ian Drucker on Sep 5, 2005

Where Do You Stand With Jesus Christ?

Sheep or Goat; Which are you and which do you want to be? Dear Brothers and Sisters, the Bible speaks often of heaven and eternal life. It speaks often of Hell. It speaks often of righteousness and unrighteousness. It speaks about judgment day. Today, I want to preach on these subjects from a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46, Matthew 31:25-46

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

#4 - Workaholics, Listen Up! Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Nov 29, 2005

Commandment #4 is controversial...even with Christians! But keeping it will keep you out of a lot of unnecessary burnout and pain in your life! *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

For a CD of over 100 of sermons by Darrell Stetler II (most complete with handouts), please e-mail darrellstetler2@sbcglobal.net. INTRO How many of you feel tired or stressed out? Yes, I’m tired. For several years I’ve been blaming it on middle age, iron poor blood, lack of ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:8-11

Denomination: Holiness

The Battle Between Reasoning And Faith

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 4, 2002

There is a constant battle between reasoning and faith, which moves mountains?

THE BATTLE OF REASONING AND FAITH? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: Isa. 1:18, Come now let us reason together. Hebrews 11:1 (KJV) Now faith is the substance of the things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.--- Numbers 13: 30: Caleb stills the people and said," Let us go ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 1:18, Hebrews 11:1

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Changing Of The Guard

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Dec 19, 2008

The birth of Jesus brought a transition in religion.

December 21, 2008 Morning Service Text: Luke 1:46-55 Subject: Mary’s Song Title: The Changing of the Guard I want to wish everyone a blessed Christmas. I hope you have family time planned and that you enjoy every minute of it. How many of you stop at this time of the year and reflect on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How Do I Measure Up?

Contributed by Lew Slade on Dec 22, 2008

Is it really the good works of the "sheep" that will secure their salvation?

How do I measure up? I don’t think I can be accused of exaggerating if I say that this is one of the most difficult passages of scripture in the entire Bible (Matthew 25: 31-46). It’s what teenagers today might call “in your face”. It confronts and challenges us at the very core of our being; it ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

What Have You Done? Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Feb 5, 2009

God invites us to live life to the fullest. This is accomplished when we love and serve God with all of our heart, soul, mind and strength.

Genesis 2:15-17, 3:1-14 “Where Are You?” INTRODUCTION Shopping malls across the country have been using a fantastic shopping aid for several years. Of course, I speak of the mall map that shows all of the store locations, and with a big red arrow exclaims, “You are here!” It is very helpful ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Lutheran

Foundational Truth 1 (Wk.2) Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 26, 2008

A look at the foundational truths of the Christian faith which must be wholly understood before believers can move on to maturity in Christ. This one focuses on "repentance from dead works" and "faith in God".

Dakota Community Church October 19, 2008 Foundational Truth 1 (Week 2) Introduction & Review: While evangelicals are over 50% more likely to give "ideal" answers to the questions about what churchgoers believe on 12 historical doctrines, one out of three of their responses differ from what ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1-3

Denomination: Mennonite

Are You My Mommy? Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 27, 2008

If we come to salvation by faith alone then it follows that we grow in Christ by faith also….not by works. I don’t grow in my faith by being good, I grow in my faith by being faithful.

When you think of a solid mature Christian, what kind of a person do you think of? When you think of a solid mature Christian, what kind of a person do you think of? Let’ take a poll. If your answer is one way or another is, “A solid mature Christian is a good person” please, raise your hand. Ok, ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational