Sermons on Paul At Malta:

Demands For An Effective Ministry

Contributed by Cesar Delgado on Feb 12, 2006

What does an effective ministry look like? In Chapter 4:1-6, Paul penned down demands for an effective ministry.

DEMANDS FOR AN EFFECTIVE MINISTRY 2Corinthians 4:1-6 February 5, 2006 Good News Christian Fellowship BUCAS, Daraga Albay INTRODUCTION Through Paul’s evangelistic activity, church leadership and theological insights, he had an immeasurable influence on the development of Christianity. Paul ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Out Of This World Investments

Contributed by Tim Stutler on Mar 27, 2006

Why should we invest in the Kingdom of God? Paul tells us because the returns are not only out of this world...they are guaranteed.

“Out of This World Investments” Colossians 3:1-4 Introduction: The resurrection of Jesus Christ changes everything about how we should view the world. That event brought about an entirely new reality, a whole new realm of possibility for those “in Christ.” That Sunday morning saw Christ defeat ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

An Invitation To Partnership

Contributed by Ron Hietsch on Apr 5, 2006

Paul felt a sense of joy and comfort with the Church in Philippi. We can experience that same joy and comfort by functioning as partners in ministry.

April 5, 2006 Text Phillipians 1:3-5 3 I thank my God every time I remember you. 4 In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy 5 because of your partnership in the gospel from the first until now. Partnership ------ what a great concept ----- The very idea of a good partnership ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:3-5

Denomination: Lutheran

Christian Liberty

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Mar 28, 2005

Sometimes its hard to know when to defer to the weaker brother. Paul gives a simple rule of thumb to help in making that decision.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: A prayer before the U.S. Senate. “Lord Jesus, thou who art the way, the truth, and the life; hear us as we pray for the truth that shall make all free. Teach us that liberty is not only to be loved but also to be lived. Liberty is too precious a thing to be buried in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:23-33

Denomination: Baptist

Seven Ways To Lose A (Spiritual) Fight

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 22, 2005

What exactly is Paul getting at with each of these things that God has given us? This message tries to dig out the importance of each.

- This passage is often preached, yet I never felt like I understood what exactly Paul was getting at with each piece that’s mentioned. What are the specific needs? What are the specific dangers? What specifically has God given us? - In preparing, I tried to dig deeper. For instance: “having ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

"Attaboys” And Whistle-Blowers

Contributed by Guy Glass on Jul 14, 2004

This Wednesday Evening messages looks at Pauls closing greetings to the Roman Church as well as his final instruction regarding dealing with falsehood

“ATTABOYS” and WHISTLE-BLOWERS Romans 16:1-27 INTRODUCTION: We have reached the end of the book of Romans. Paul here takes this last written opportunity to encourage and elevate those who have been faithful in service, and to blow the whistle on spiritual wolves. In these verses it is possible ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Blind Faith - Seeing Faith Series

Contributed by W Pittendreigh on Jul 16, 2004

Faith that is passionate may still be blind and arrogant. Paul discovered this on the Road to Damascus and learned how to have a true and mature faith

INTRODUCTION A Jewish father was concerned about his son who was about a year away from his Bar Mitzvah, but was sorely lacking in his knowledge of the Jewish faith. To remedy this, he sent his son to Israel to experience his heritage. A year later the young man returned home. "Father, thank you ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"Command And Teach"

Contributed by Ray Scott on Oct 15, 2004

Paul gives Timothy, and us, several commands for living the Christian life, and several things to teach others about the Christian life.

“Command And Teach” 1 Timothy 4:6-11 INTRODUCTION: Read Scripture. Paul is writing to Timothy, the young “preacher-boy” – 4:6. I used to be a young “preacher-boy” many years ago … I know a little of what he was going through. NOW … this doesn’t mean that just because you’re NOT a young ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:6-11

Denomination: Baptist

Purpose Driven Strength - Purpose Driven Life Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 22, 2004

Paul rejoiced in his weaknesses and hardships and difficulties... was he crazy? No, he had learned the source of strength in his weakness.

OPEN: Years ago, the story was told of a Sunday School teacher who – on the Sunday before Thanksgiving - was encouraging the children in her class to share things they were grateful for. A little boy was asked what he was thankful for, and he thought for a moment. Then the boy went through a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Justification

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 22, 2004

In this passage Paul lists three great blessing of our justification: Peace with God, Access to God, and Glorious Hope of being with God.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: Recently I read the biography of Norman Grubb, a missionary in Africa, and the leader of his mission for 30 years. I was struck by what he wrote: "At conversion we learned that we had not done what we should, but then we soon learn that of ourselves we cannot do what we ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Divine Rejects... Not! Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on May 21, 2005

What are God’s plans for God’s people? Using personal history to interpret theology, Paul offers some surprizes.

Divine Rejects… NOT! Romans 11 Twice in this chapter Paul says: “I ask then…” Both of these set the stage for a discussion about God’s patience and plans for his people. Here are the questions: “I ask then, has God rejected his people?” (That’s verse one). And, “So I ask, did they stumble in ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A New Creation

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005

Paul details for the new creation that has been manifest in the heart and life of one who has believed in the LORD Jesus Christ.

“A NEW CREATION” 2 CORINTHIANS 5:17 1. A New POSITION. (v. 17a) Therefore if any man be in Christ Isaiah 43:7; 45:17, 24-25; Mark 16:16; John 1:12-13; 3:18, 36; 5:24; 6:44, 47; 11:25; 14:6; 15:5; 17:3; Acts 4:12; Romans 5:1; 6:23; 8:1, 9; 10:17; 1 Corinthians 1:30; 2 Corinthians 5:19-21; ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

Denomination: Baptist

God's Valentine

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Feb 5, 2005

God’slove is the most powerful force in the world. In I Cor.13, Paul lists 6 things that pale in comparison to love.

God¡¯s Valentine 1 Cor 13:1-13 1 If I speak in the tongues of men and of angels, but have not love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. 2 If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but have not love, I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Wesleyan

Dealing With Conflict Wisely

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Feb 6, 2005

A look at how Paul dealt with a conflict he had with Peter and 5 common mistakes people make when dealing with conflict

SBC Philippi 2/6/05 am Rev. Jeff Simms Dealing With Conflict Wisely Galatians 2:11-14 Primary Purpose: To discuss the Bible way to handle conflict in our lives and to examine 5 mistakes that people make in dealing with conflict There are a few things that are guarantees in this life. I know ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

Club Or Church?

Contributed by Allan Quak on Dec 28, 2005

The church is very different from a club. In these verses Paul teaches us four distinctive ways in which the church ought to be different.

1 Thessalonians 2:17-3:13 Club or Church? The church is very different from a club. In these verses Paul teaches us four distinctive ways in which the church ought to be different. Congregation in the Lord, If someone was to ask you, “What is the difference between a church and a club?”, what ...read more

Denomination: Baptist