Sermons on Our Good Works:

The First And The Last

Contributed by Jeff Hatos on Jun 6, 2019

Jesus told His disciples the parable of the workers in the vineyard; does this still hold value today?

The First and the Last Matthew 20:1-16 For the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire men to work in his vineyard. He agreed to pay them a denarius for the day and sent them into his vineyard. “About the third hour he went out and saw others standing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Tried It All?

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Oct 10, 2009

Ordinary Proper 23: A sermon looking at three erroneous ways we often attempt to inherit eternal life: religion; good works; riches. Set in the context of a fair that has many things from which we can pick and choose.

If you all didn’t make it to the Pan American Fair, you missed a good time! You could buy yourself a bunch of tickets and take them from place to place and play a game or buy a drink or get yourself some good food. Let me tell you a bit of what I tried yesterday: I started off by eating a couple ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Lutheran

The Law Of Christ

Contributed by Phil Smith on Feb 23, 2009

Sometimes in all the Christian rhetoric, we forget the simplicity of what following Christ looks like. "Good Works" has been given a bad name because they are viewed as a contrast to faith and grace. However, once you get past the elementary teaching of

The Law of Christ I. Introduction Lately, the ladies of our church have had a couple of opportunities to help some folks. If you are not already aware, some of our ladies are cooking meals for Peter and Theda Kempenar on a regular basis. Also, they supplied a good bunch of sandwiches for Teri ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:2

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Washing Feet For Jesus Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Apr 15, 2009

THe act of actually serving those who have needs.

Washing feet for Jesus John 13: 1-17 A young lady called her boyfriend one evening and said, “Will you come over here and help me, I’ve got a new jigsaw puzzle and I can’t even seem to get it started.” He said, “What’s it supposed to be?” And she said, “According to ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-17

Denomination: Baptist

Why Am I Here? Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Oct 16, 2014

Sarah, the wife of William Winchester, lived a bizarre life - an illustration of building without a purpose.

“Getting A Clue: Why Am I Here?” Eph. 2:1-10 & Is. 43:1-7 Talk about bizarre! Sarah was the wife of William Winchester, the only son of Oliver Winchester, the founder and owner of the Winchester Repeating Arms Company. Sarah and William had a daughter who died shortly after birth in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

God's Forgiveness Is Not Like Our Forgiveness-That's A Good Thing!

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Sep 11, 2011

A sermon preached 9/11/2011 for a joint service of the McConnellsburg Lutheran Parish that speaks of the topic of forgiveness.

Our Gospel reading has quite a parable to it. One that has a lesson that seems so simple and practical, yet, when the rubber meets the road, we find out it’s not so easy. It even seems as if Peter doesn’t quite get it at first. And on this day, 10 years after the terrorist attacks in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:21-35

Denomination: Lutheran

Salvation Has Come

Contributed by Alvan Lewis on Dec 13, 2022

How do we know if a person is really saved?

Salvation has Come Luke 19:1-10 Our story takes place in the city of Jericho. It is the oldest, continuously inhabited city in the world. For thousands of years humans have walk through its streets. It is the city of Palms along the fertile plain of the Jordan River. This city was so beautiful ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

Jesus Makes Bitter Better.

Contributed by Pastor/Author: Terry Sisney on Jan 16, 2024

Only Jesus can take the bitter waters, the worst of life's circumstances that come to poison us and destroy us, and make us better.

As a couple exchanges their vows,( those vows include these words) for richer for poorer, in sickness and in health, for better for worse. It could also be said: for better or bitter. Or bitter or sweet. Life just has some bitterness built into it. Everyone comes to bitter waters at some point in ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 15:22-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus Is The Right One (Part 1) Series

Contributed by David Tack on Mar 28, 2025

(1) Jesus is The RIGHT ONE; (2) Jesus is, The RIGHTEOUS ONE; (3) Jesus is, The REJECTED ONE; (4) Jesus is The REDEEMING ONE; (5) Jesus is The RESURRECTED ONE; (6) Jesus is The RE-MITTING ONE.

Jesus Is The Right One (Part 1 of Series) Chaplain David Tack: Sounds of Joy Ministries I) INTRODUCTION… Thank you Lord… It is good to be IN CHRIST this morning! Ephesians 1:3: Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:12, Titus 3:5, John 3:3-7, Matthew 3:11, Romans 10:3, Ephesians 1:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Acts Of The Apostles (16 Of 39)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022

Have you ever wondered why God promised to reward us for the good deeds we do in this life?

The first thought that occurs is that He loves us, and wants to reward our good deeds as a father would reward his child for a good report card. Romans 8:17b says, “...and joint-heirs with Christ; if so be that we suffer with him, that we may be also glorified together." This is one ...read more

Scripture: Acts 11:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Only Way To Heaven. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 29, 2024

The question of how to get to heaven has puzzled humanity for centuries.

Many believe that good deeds, moral living, or religious rituals can earn a spot in the afterlife. Many think there are many ways to enter into Heaven. However, the Bible clearly teaches that there is only one way to Heaven is through Jesus Christ. The Bible says... - "Jesus answered, 'I ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6, Acts 4:12

Good News Shoes

Contributed by Chris Surber on Aug 8, 2008

As we strap on our good news shoes, we follow after Jesus Christ, our Lord, where He will take us. As we follow Him we tread out, we live out, and we walk out, the Gospel of Peace in palpable ways.

Good News Shoes, Romans 10:5-15 Introduction One of the most beautiful of all Christmas stories was told by the American poet, Edwin Markham, about a cobbler, a godly man who made shoes in the old days. One night the cobbler dreamed that the next day Jesus was coming to visit him. The dream seemed ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-15

Denomination: Christian Church

Excellent And Profitable

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Sep 13, 2013

To enumerate what are excellent and profitable for believers like us.

I. EXORDIUM: What are excellent and profitable to you? Please give me a list. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate what are excellent and profitable for believers like us. IV. TEXT: Titus 3:8 (Amplified Bible) 3:8 This message is most trustworthy, and concerning ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:8

Denomination: Pentecostal

War A Good Warfare Series

Contributed by Duane Smith on Apr 11, 2011

This message is intended to alert us to the fact of spiritual warfare and give us information that wll help us in our spiritual battles.

War A Good Warfare 1 Timothy 1:18-20 INTRODUCTION: A. Our passage for this morning reads, This charge I commit unto thee, son Timothy, according to the prophecies which went before on thee, that thou by them mightest war a good warfare; Holding faith, and a good conscience; which some having ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Fight The Good Fight PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

This sermon explores how to overcome life's challenges through faith and perseverance, strengthening our relationship with God, and resisting spiritual exhaustion.

Welcome, dear friends, to this sacred gathering where we come together in unity, in love, and in pursuit of a deeper understanding of our faith. We are here to engage with the Word of God, to seek His wisdom and guidance, and to draw strength and inspiration from the teachings of our Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:12

Topics: Fight, Maintain