Sermons on Office Of Apostle:

Some Reasons Why Certain People Will Not Make It To Heaven

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jun 10, 2001

Reasons why some people refuse to take advantage of the free offer of eternal life found in Christ Jesus

Some Reasons Why People Will Not Enter Heaven (Acts 24:22-27) Illustration:More than four out of every five Americans agree that "we all will be called before God at judgment day to answer for our sins," says a poll conducted for the Times Mirror company. National and International Religion ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:22-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Get To Heaven.

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Mar 16, 2014

The sermon shares how to get to heaven?

“How to get to Heaven” John 3:1-17 Billy Graham Tells of a time early in his ministry when he arrived in a small town to preach at a meeting. He had arrived a little bit early to finish writing a letter for back home. As he finished the letter, he asked a young boy standing on the ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Methodist

'under Pressure' (2023)

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Dec 5, 2023

'Under Pressure' (2023) - Acts chapter 5 verses 17-42 - sermon by Gordon Curley (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). Joy in the Jail (vs 18-20) (2). Teaching in the Temple (vs 21-26) (3). Courage before the Court (vs 27-40) (4). Heralding in the Homes (vs 41-42) SERMON BODY: We use the word, ‘pressure’ in a variety of ways. • e.g., We put air in our tires and check the pressure. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:17-42

Denomination: Brethren

The Call

Contributed by Gary Washburn on May 31, 2002

What does it mean to be "called" by the Lord? This confusing idea has kept many people from recognizing God’s call upon their life. How do you know if God is calling you?

The Call Romans 1:1 Intro: Have someone demonstrate deer call. Turkey call. Then have telephone ring as a type of call to someone. (Have someone act this part through a micrphone, “This is the Lord speaking.” Lord I did not know you used cell phones. “I use a variety of ways to call people.” This ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Consistency In Times Of Adversity Series

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Nov 2, 2014

A sermon examining the importance of remaining steadfast in your faith in the midst of trying times.

CONSISTENCY IN TIMES OF ADVERSITY Acts 5:21-32 (Antioch Baptist Church: Wednesday, November 11th, 2025) We love to hear stories about our persecuted brothers and sisters who stand firm in their faith even if it costs them their possessions, positions, power, or prosperity. We celebrate the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:21-32

Denomination: Baptist

People At The Cross Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 7, 2003

There were all kinds of people at the Cross. What distinguished these groups of people? The condition of their souls, their spiritual heart attitudes. Around the Cross of Jesus, we can see people who demonstrated some contrasting heart conditions.

People At The Cross (Matt. 27:36-44, Luke 23:39-43, John 19:25-27) 1. A father and daughter we walking through a spacious prairie. 2. In the distance, they could see fire all around them. They knew they could not escape it. 3. The father knew there was only one way to escape: set fire to the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:36-44, Luke 23:39-43

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Three-Fold Duty Of The Believer

Contributed by John Butler on Mar 8, 2008

An outline Of scriptures that teach us the three things that make us good stewards.

******Sermon Outline******* The Three-Fold Duty Of Life Appropiation, Formation, and Donation. 1) Appropiation (taking)... a) Cup of salvation- Psa 116:13 I will take the cup of salvation, and call upon the name of the LORD. b) Instruction-Pro 4:13 Take fast hold of instruction; let her not go: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10

Revisit Your Ministry

Contributed by J. Edward Brown Iii on Dec 28, 2013

Look back to the beginning at what God has actually called you to do.

Introduction; Ephesians 4:1-3 reads, I therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you that you walk worthy of the vocation by which you are called, 2. With all lowliness and meekness, with long-suffering, forbearing one another in love; 3. Endeavouring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:28

Denomination: Baptist

How The Holy Spirit Convicts Abusers Of Power

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

How to not be overcome by power abusers but to overcome with God’s goodness, love and truth

How the Holy Spirit Convicts Abusers of Power Illustration:In The Christian Leader, Don Ratzlaff retells a story Vernon Grounds came across in Ernest Gordon’s Miracle on the River Kwai. The Scottish soldiers, forced by their Japanese captors to labor on a jungle railroad, had degenerated to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Heart Of A Servant

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Aug 28, 2007

Deacon’s Ordination Service

The Heart of A Servant Today we have been given the opportunity to commission one of God’s servants, Dea. Willis Fulks, into the office of Deacon. This is not something that should be entered into lightly, because it carries with it a great responsibility. Jesus said in Matthew 20:26-28 “…but ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:26-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Biblical Imperatives For Leadership In The New Normal Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Nov 30, 2020

The New Normal is a reality, and we keep hearing about it often. How about leadership in the new Normal? What will it look like?

Biblical Imperatives for Leadership in the New Normal After hearing the topic, some you might be thinking, what does leadership got to do with me? But before you switch off and start doing something else, give me a minute. Leadership as I use it never about position or title or designation. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 8:11-18, 1 Samuel 18:7-9, Genesis 1:28, Luke 12:15, Ephesians 4:2, Matthew 20:25-28, Job 27:3-6, 1 Kings 12:1-10, John 13:1-17, Deuteronomy 17:14-20  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Missed Inheritance

Contributed by Joe Harding on May 27, 2002

To choose to not be led by the Spirit of God is to miss inheriting the Kingdom of God!

MISSED INHERITANCE GALATIANS 5: 16-26 MAY 19, 2002 INTRODUCTION: Star Wars mania! Do you remember the story line? Do you remember “The Force?” Do you remember the struggle between Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker? What was the problem and what did Darth Vader offer his son? The Dark side of the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

Three Characteristics Of The Christian Life Philippians 1:1-6

Contributed by Luke Vasicek on Sep 22, 2024

Three Characteristics of the Christian Life Philippians 1:1-6

Three Characteristics of the Christian Life Philippians 1:1-6 V. 1-2 The Christian Life is Characterized by Grace and _Peace_. Grace and Peace Imply Order_, which is why there are two officers mentioned in the N.T. 1 Elders and 2 Deacons. This confuses many people because many denominations and ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-6

Denomination: Bible Church

The Spirit Of Priesthood Laws Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Nov 1, 2021

There are principles regarding Old Testament priests which apply to all churches and their leaders regardless of their chosen vocabulary. Let’s take a look at some of them.

Some Christian churches call their pastors priests and some do not. Yet, there are principles regarding Old Testament priests which apply to all churches and their leaders regardless of their chosen vocabulary. Let’s take a look at some of them. Old Testament priests had strict laws to follow. A ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Judas Series

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 12, 2020

Third message in a 7 sermon series. Judas shows us just how close a person can get to Jesus and not be a Christian.

Journey to the Resurrection Judas March 15, 2020 Morning Service Easter 2020 Series Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: Judas shows us just how close a person can get to Jesus and not be a Christian. Focus Passage: Matt 26:14-16, 21-25, 47-50 Supplemental Passage: And ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:14-50

Denomination: Baptist