Sermons on Paul Barreca:

An Outpouring Of Thankfulness Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 7, 2011

Paul’s prayer burst into an overflow of thankfulness & praise. This thankfulness was because their lives demonstrated that God was at work in them and in the church. The Gospel was bearing fruit in & through their lives.

COLOSSIANS 1: 3-8 AN OUTPOURING OF THANKFULNESS [1 Peter 1:3-8] Paul gave continual thanks to God in his prayers. So it was natural that when Paul prayed for the church at Colossae, the prayer burst into an overflow of thankfulness and praise. This thankfulness was because their lives ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Helps Of Our Hurts Series

Contributed by David Owens on May 23, 2016

This sermon is based on Chapter 7 in Charles Swindoll's book: Paul: A Man of Grace and Grit. The sermon addresses Paul's thorn in the flesh and the role of suffering in our lives.

A. One day a teacher was getting her Wednesday night children’s class started. 1. She asked if anyone had any prayer requests. 2. One girl asked that they pray for her because school would soon start and she was going to a new school this year. 3. Another girl asked that they pray for her ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Is Heaven Like?

Contributed by Russell (Rusty) Pruitt on Feb 28, 2023

Paul uses the word, “paradise.” It is of Oriental or Persian origin, meaning “the upper reaches of the heavens.” Paul was taken where God and other heavenly beings’ dwell.

WHAT IS HEAVEN LIKE? TEXT: II COR. 12:2-4 INTRODUCTION: I want to acknowledge Dr. John Barnett as an inspiration for this message, and for stimulating me to my own research on this topic. I didn’t quote him, but after viewing several of his YouTube sermon videos, some of his thoughts inevitably ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:2-4

Denomination: Baptist

Unity In Christ (1 Corinthians 1:1-31)

Contributed by Brian Vaughn on Aug 25, 2024

Introduction Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:1-31 Purpose: To emphasize the importance of unity within the body of Christ, drawing from Paul’s letter to the Corinthians.

Sermon: Unity in Christ (1 Corinthians 1:1-31) Introduction Reading: 1 Corinthians 1:1-31 Purpose: To emphasize the importance of unity within the body of Christ, drawing from Paul’s letter to the Corinthians. Background of the Letter: Authorship: The Apostle Paul, writing to the church in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-9, Titus 2:11, Psalm 84:11, Zechariah 14:9, Philippians 3:8  (view more)  (view less)

Advancing Through The Challenges Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Jul 14, 2022

In today’s text I’m more interested in noting the message to the Philippians that can FUEL THEIR FAITH … Paul’s message is that Christians are Advancing Through The Challenges.

Advancing Through The Challenges Philippians 1:12-20 Introduction American Ninja Warrior is a television show in its 14th season on NBC. People as young as 15 years old from all over America compete on the world’s most difficult obstacle courses. “A top prize of $1 million ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:12-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The 7 S' Of Being Found Ready When Jesus Returns

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Nov 22, 2020

The following sermon is going to look at Paul’s seven S’s of being ready to meet Jesus: sudden, sorrow, sound, sleeping, sober, salvation and solace.

7S of Being Ready 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Ever since Christ promised that He was going to prepare a place for His own- and one-day return, Christians have been “looking up” and speculating as to when this glorious day will occur. When ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Face Off Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jul 16, 2020

Paul and Peter were in different keys. Actually Peter was out of synch with the Gospel itself and Paul has to confront him to his face about his hypocrisy.

Learning to Dance: Face Off Galatians 2:11-14 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 02-23-2020 Wrong Key Last Sunday was simply amazing! The “miracle man” Mark Johnson was able to worship with us and I was overjoyed to see the church respond with such love for him. And it was ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 2:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

For The Day Of The Lord Will Come As A Thief In The Night Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Jan 28, 2019

The first four verses of chapter 5 are among the most distinctive and weighty verses in the epistle, and they contain the heart of Paul’s message to believers wherever he preached.

10/9/18 Tom Lowe Lesson 17: For the Day of the Lord Will Come as a Thief in the Night (1Th 5:1-4) Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-4 (NIV) 1 Now, brothers and sisters, about times and dates we do not need to write to you, 2 for you know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

All Sinned Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Mar 12, 2022

Paul refers to the rejection of the Jews because they had rejected Christ and the way of salvation available through Christ. Paul proves their guilt through their own scriptural references.

Romans 3:1-20 All Sinned and Fall short This passage teaches that humanity has completely failed to reach God. Paul introduces a dialogue between himself and a Jew, but in fact, it’s a monologue presentation. Paul refers to the rejection of the Jews because they had rejected Christ and the way ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:1-20

Denomination: Methodist

You & The Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day - Pt. 2 - Shake It Off! Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Feb 23, 2015

It has been one of those days! You have had one, right? Things just can't seem to get any worse and then . . . they do! It feels like every day is a Monday. So what do you do?

I. Introduction In the 60's the Mamas and Papas may have most accurately captured the sentiment of the concept of getting a "Case of the Mondays". Monday, Monday, can't trust that day Monday, Monday, sometimes it just turns out that way Oh, Monday morning, you gave me no warning of what was to ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christ Is All That Matters Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 31, 2015

If we could get what we need from God in any other way … If there was anyway else we could earn favor with God … Christ’s death is meaningless. Are we willing to do whatever it takes to show people what they need?

Christ is all that Matters Galatians, Part 4 Galatians 2:11-21 - Remember the purpose of this letter: • To teach • To correct • To point us to Jesus - Paul expressed clearly in last week’s study that unity is critical -- Division is not profitable for the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:11-21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mars Hill

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Jul 16, 2015

Mars Hill: The Acropolis vs the Areopagus, God does not live in temples made of stone but dwells in the hearts of his people. Rend your heart. An insight on how a bare rock trumps a temple.

Mars Hill: The Acropolis vs the Areopagus In Acts 17 we get this description of part of Paul’s travels taking him to Athens. While he waited there for some of his travel companions to join him, he got on the business of preaching the Good News of the gospel of Jesus to the Athenian ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:16-34, 1 Corinthians 1:22-31, Matthew 22:37-39, Ephesians 2:21, 1 Peter 2:5, John 2:13, Joel 2:13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Has The Gospel Changed Our Lives? Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Aug 17, 2015

In our lives, will we praise the Lord because of what He’s accomplished? This is Paul’s urging to all of us: to live in a way that honors God. When we do, God gets the praise and not us … because it’s not about us.

Has the Gospel changed our lives? Galatians, Part 2 Galatians 1:11-24 - Re: The purpose of the letter 1. To teach 2. To correct 3. To point us to Jesus - Paul expressed clearly in last week’s study that there is only one Gospel -- APP: There is only one source of good news; only ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:11-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Story 29: A Peculiar Partnership Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 19, 2014

God selects unusual people with whom to partner in his work -- Saul of Tarsus and US!

1. [During one of those "teachable moments," a young mother asked her son why they should be quiet in church. The boy replied, "Because so many people are sleeping." Ouch! 2. On behalf of myself and all preachers who may have driven you to sleep in a sermon, please accept my apology. You see, the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:13-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

How To Get Ready For Our Hard Goodbyes (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Aug 9, 2018

God's Word has the power! 1. To give us Christian growth (vs. 32). 2. To inspire Christian giving (v. 33-35). 3. To soothe Christian grief (vs. 36-38).

How to Get Ready for Our Hard Goodbyes (Part 3) The Book of Acts - Part 74 Acts 20:32-38 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - Feb. 15, 2015 BACKGROUND: *Remember that Acts 20 was a pivotal time in the life and ministry of the Apostle Paul. In these verses Paul reflected on the past. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:32-38

Denomination: Baptist