Sermons on Paul In Labor:

Onesimus Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 30, 2021

Onesimus was the fugitive slave of Philemon , the apostle Paul's friend. Onesimus had robbed his master Philemon and fled to Rome, a large city where he could easily hide.

Onesimus Onesimus was the fugitive slave of Philemon , the apostle Paul's friend. Onesimus had robbed his master Philemon and fled to Rome, a large city where he could easily hide. Fortunately, Onesimus encountered Paul in Rome, where the apostle was serving time in prison. Some scholars ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 1:1

Denomination: Baptist

Lydia The Business Woman Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 20, 2021

Lydia was so grateful that Paul brought her the good news about Jesus that she immediately went into home missions. She asked Paul and his fellow laborers to come to her home. Her hospitality led to her home becoming the first church in Europe.

We may not see them very often, but they are out there in the world, and they have always been there, and in our day there number is increasing. I am not talking about UFO's but about those women who are wise in the ways of the world of wealth, and, thus, are rich and successful women ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:11-15

Felix Trembled

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Feb 24, 2014

Felix heard the gospel, trembled, yet never gave his life to the Lord.

Felix Trembled Acts 24: 24/25 “And after certain days, when Felix came with his wife, Drusilla, who was a Jewess, he sent for Paul, and heard him concerning the faith in Christ. And as he reasoned of righteousness, self-control, and judgment to come, Felix trembled, and answered, go thy way ...read more

Scripture: Acts 24:24-25

Denomination: *other

The Command To "Cheer Up!"

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 4, 2015

In one of Paul's most discouraged moments, the Lord Jesus appeared to him and told him to cheer up, giving him several reasons why. We too should be buoyed by the same command and encouragements.

THE COMMAND TO CHEER UP Acts 23:6-11 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Dear Abby: One of the toughest tasks a church faces is choosing a good minister. A member of an official board had watched the pastor search committee reject applicant after applicant for some fault, alleged or otherwise. It was time ...read more

Scripture: Acts 23:6-11

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Big Chief

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Mar 29, 2015

And if God can do that, then what can he do with your life?

1 Timothy 1-12-17- And I thank Christ Jesus our Lord who has enabled me, because He counted me faithful, putting me into the ministry, although I was formerly a blasphemer, a persecutor, and an insolent man; but I obtained mercy because I did it ignorantly in unbelief. And the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Upside Down Is Right Side Up! Part1 Series

Contributed by James Lee on Dec 4, 2015

I would like to thank Pastor Jerry Shirley for sharing this series on Acts. It has been a blessing as well as a great help. I have used these for our church, as I spend my days caring for my dying father.

Upside Down is Right Side Up! Part1 Acts 17:1-6 A man was shoveling snow in his driveway when 2 boys came along with shovels. “Hey Mister, can we shovel your driveway? It will only cost $2.” He said, “Can’t you boys see I’m already doing that?” “Yes sir, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 17:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Pursuit Of Ministry Series

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 8, 2020

Things have changed much since the first century, and yet much remains the same. Paul realized the danger of majoring on the minor and minoring on the major. His insight still speaks for ministries today.

The Pursuit of Ministry 1 Thessalonians 2: 4-9 We have spent much time laying the groundwork for our study in this precious book. Paul was well aware of the faithfulness and influence the church in Thessalonica had on those around them. He was encouraged with the presence of their faith, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:4-9

Denomination: Baptist

Grace

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Sep 12, 2005

A sermon for the 18th Sunday after Pentecost Landlord and laborers

18th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 20 Matthew 20:1-16 "Grace" 1* ¶ "For the kingdom of heaven is like a householder who went out early in the morning to hire laborers for his vineyard. 2* After agreeing with the laborers for a denarius a day, he sent them into his vineyard. 3* And going out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:13-16

Denomination: Lutheran

Do It With Thy Might

Contributed by Robert Simmons on Oct 1, 2002

Challenge to the congregation to give God the best of your talents and labor.

There was a young boy who was the son of a drifter. This boy worked as a store clerk for a while, but the store failed. He bought a partnership in another store, but it failed also. He ran for legislature and lost both times. He ran for vice-president and lost. He became the 16th President of the ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 9:4-11, Ecclesiastes 10:4

Denomination: Church Of God

The Paradox Of Weakness

Contributed by Michael Blitz on Feb 22, 2025

This morning we looked at St. Paul's teaching about Weakness, and the Paradox of the fact that the weaker he was, and of course, the weaker we are, the greater we can see God as He uses us as a painter uses a canvas.

Good morning. We read from Paul, If I must boast, I will boast of the things that show my weakness. I hope to show you this morning, as we look at Paul’s message to the Corinthians, that these might just be some of the most comforting words that you can find in the Bible. I’m thankful for these ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:19-31

Denomination: Anglican

To Timothy, My Beloved Child Series

Contributed by Michael Stark on Feb 8, 2015

Weighing the salutation of Paul's Second Letter to Timothy to discover hidden gems.

“To Timothy, my beloved child: “Grace, mercy and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.” [1] We tend to rush past the introductions and greetings of the letters included in the canon of Scripture. Perhaps we modern believers imagine that we know all there is to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:2

Denomination: Baptist

Enjoying Christ's Epistle Among Us Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 27, 2007

This wonderful passage of Scripture gives us an accreditation of ministry. It seems like there is much that opposes God’s work today just as there was opposition against the labors of the Apostle Paul in his work with Jesus Christ.

Turn your Bibles to 2 Corinthians 3:2-4 Title: Enjoying Christ’s Epistle Among Us Theme: Christ Working In and Through Doris Stump Series: Pillars of the Local Church Listen as I read 2 Corinthians 3:2-4, “You yourselves are our letter, written on our hearts, known and read by everybody. You ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:2-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

To Live Or To Die

Contributed by Kent Wise on Nov 2, 2012

Summary: When Christ is our Lord and Savior, life is found in living or dying. Philippians 1:18-30 September 18, 2011

  To Live or Die, That Is the Question Scripture Readings Psalms 105:1-7 “Oh give thanks to the LORD, call upon His name; Make known His deeds among the peoples. Sing to Him, sing praises to Him; Speak of all His wonders. Glory in His holy name; Let the heart of those who seek the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:18-30

Denomination: Methodist

Preach For Free? Must Be Crazy!

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 24, 2017

People say preachers are in it for the money, but if one comes just ready to preach for free they think you are nuts. Where's the win-win? ;-)

Ever since I have been saved, I have heard that "Preachers are only in it for the money." My first pastor was driving a twelve-year-old car, raising four kids on a salary that was equal to what my father-in-law was paying in weekly taxes. Admittedly, when you look at the lifestyles of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:7-8, 1 Corinthians 9:18

Denomination: Baptist

Ephesians 4

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Aug 3, 2022

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Dean Sherman is dean of the College of Christian Ministries for the University of the Nations. He is a respected international Bible teacher, having ministered in 49 states and more than 40 countries. I like what he wrote about Ephesians. He quotes Watchman Nee’s commentary Sit, Walk, Stand 1-3 ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard