Sermons on Paul And Rome:

Acts Of The Apostles # 27 - 39

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022

In this portion of Scripture, we have the opportunity to travel with Paul while he is at Ephesus.

Some of the places that Paul visited would not have impressed us, but we can see from these verses that God used Paul in a great way. This is the place Paul wanted to visit on his second missionary journey, and God forbid him to come, but now, God not only allowed him to come, but God gave Paul an ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:8-20

Denomination: Baptist

Acts Of The Apostles (17 Of 39)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 14, 2022

Paul wrote to young Timothy and said, “…that thou...war a good warfare.”

Illus: It is obvious, from much of Paul’s writings, that he thought of the Christian life as a warfare. He spoke of Christians as soldiers, in training, discipline, and even in having weapons. In the Book of Acts, we can see so clearly that Christians are soldiers. In one chapter we read ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Armor Of God 1 Of 8

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022

Paul wanted to talk to these Ephesian Christians about two very important things:

(1) BE STRONG IN THE LORD You see, we have many weak Christians today. This explains why so many Christians are being beaten up by Satan. There is a great need in all churches for Christians to grow strong in the Lord. It is one of the greatest needs in most churches. BUT HOW DO WE BECOME ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10

Denomination: Baptist

Teachings Of Titus #7

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 24, 2022

We all understand why Paul wrote to Titus and dealt with relationships in the church.

This has always been a problem in the church. But when we get to the third chapter of Titus, Paul starts to talk to him about salvation, and this becomes a little confusing. WHY DID PAUL TALK TO TITUS ABOUT SALVATION? Why? Paul wanted to make sure that Titus preached sound doctrine concerning ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

Know The Truth Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Oct 13, 2023

Paul encouraged believers not to be misled nor afraid concerning the Second Coming of Christ.

INTRODUCTION • What happens when you do not know or understand the truth on a subject? • We can easily fall prey to false teachings and to fear. • Failure to know the truth about God will have eternal ramifications, and as we examine our passages throughout this series, a lack of understanding of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Treat One Who Has Wronged You Series

Contributed by Dale Harlow on Apr 26, 2007

What do we do when someone has wronged us? We know that we must forgive, but when is restoration necessary? Paul’s letter to Philemon gives us some insights into when it is appropriate to restore someone who has wronged us.

How to Treat One who has Wronged You Philemon Over the next four weeks we will be taking a look at how to treat what we often ignore. These messages will come from four of the smallest books in the Bible, all one-chapter books. Today we’re going to walk through the book of Philemon and then next ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:4-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Exalt Christ In Everything Series

Contributed by David Welch on Feb 8, 2018

Second in a series on Philippians where Paul reveals the axis on which his whole life revolves -- Exalting Christ in everything.

REVIEW Given the extended use of the terms “joy” and “rejoice” in four short chapters (12), joy appears to be a central focus of Paul’s letter to the Jesus followers living in the Greek city of Philippi. That is interesting given considerable space also dedicated to the subject of suffering. My ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Submission To Authorities

Contributed by Mark Engler on Dec 4, 2014

If the Christian is going to be a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God Paul calls us to submit to the governing civil authorities. This sermon looks at what that looks like for the Christian.

Submission To The Authorities Romans 13:1-7 Read Text: Romans 13:1-7 INTRO: How many of us like to submit? Doesn’t even the thought of submitting or of submission almost repulse us? I know that we have a lot of competitive people in this body of believers. We have business men and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Life Without Regret

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 24, 2022

As a follower of Christ you will be compelled to enter into spiritual battle. Paul encourages us by pointing us to Christ and the strength that is His. Therefore, let us stand firm in the victory that our Lord has won on our behalf.

“Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Deadly Determination Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Jan 15, 2005

The road to Jerusalem was a road to pain and suffering for Jesus and for Paul. What made them stay on the path? What will keep you on the same path to glory?

In August 2004, Gene Banister, a Christian teacher, reports, “We have been studying with a group of 49 students in Bahrain. This week, 31 of those 49 were baptized. We hope there will be more baptisms soon. We are told we will soon be studying with a large group of students. The church in Bahrain ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Gospel Goal Of Love Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Mar 9, 2003

How do you build love from pure hearts with good consciences and sincere faith? We find just how NOT to do this in Paul’s letters to Timothy, then we see just how to.

The Gospel Goal is Love 1 Timothy 1:3 As I urged you upon my departure for Macedonia, remain on at Ephesus, in order that you may instruct certain men not to teach strange doctrines, 4 nor to pay attention to myths and endless genealogies, which give rise to mere speculation rather than ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:3-11, 2 Timothy 2:22-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Thanks Be To God!

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 20, 2004

On three occasions, the Apostle Paul exclaims, “Thanks be to God!” I would like us to look at what the Apostle Paul was thankful to God for in that we might reflect that same thankfulness in our own lives this Thanksgiving.

“THANKS BE TO GOD” 1 CORINTHIANS 15:50-57 2 CORINTHIANS 2:12-14 2 CORINTHIANS 9:10-15 INTRODUCTION... George Washington, 1779 Whereas, it is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and humbly to implore His ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:50-57

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Be A Courageous Christian!

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Dec 12, 2004

In 2004, Christians may not be nailed to crosses or thrown to wild animals or burned as torches, but the need is as great now as it was in Paul’s day for us to be courageous. As we approach the Christmas Season the Lord wants us to be courageou

Be a Courageous Christian! Text: “You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus. And the things you have heard me say in the presence of many witnesses entrust to reliable men who will also be qualified to teach others. Endure hardship with us like a good soldier of Christ Jesus” ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Self-Judgment: Are We Stumbling Blocks Or Stepping-Stones?

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jun 16, 2004

The basis for Paul’s exhortation in verses 13-23 is that neither the exercise of Christian liberties nor the abstinence from them is intrinsically good or evil. The rightness or wrongness of these liberties is determined by our attitude toward them

SELF-JUDGMENT Are we stumbling blocks or stepping-stones? Romans 14:12-23 INTRODUCTION: As we begin, it is important to note the following: The Ultimate Issue Is Not One of Right or Wrong. The basis for Paul’s exhortation in verses 13-23 is that neither the exercise of Christian liberties nor the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:12-23

Denomination: Baptist

"Filled!"

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Aug 24, 2005

This sermon concludes part one of a series on who we are in Christ based on Ephesians 1-3. It focuses on the magnitude of God’s love for us and Paul’s prayer that we be filled to overflowing with the knowledge of this love.

“FILLED” “Empty” or “Full”? Which would describe you this morning? Perhaps that’s not fair. You may feel half-full and are quite fine with that. I thought my tank was better than half full this week until I realized it was nearly empty. My Dad instilled in me a quirky ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Mennonite