Sermons on Paul In Lystra: showing 3,001-3,015 of 95,970

A Life Poured Out

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Oct 7, 2004

This is a message calling for a commitment of the variety that Paul spoke of in Romans 12:1,2.

A Life Poured Out 2 Tim 4:1-8 1 In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge: 2 Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage-- with great patience ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Wesleyan

Why Do We Celebrate The Ordinance Of The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005

Paul institutes for us the reasons behind the celebration of the ordinance of the LORD’s Supper.

“WHY DO WE CELEBRATE THE ORDINANCE OF THE LORD’S SUPPER?” 1 CORINTHIANS 11:23-26 1. Because we are to RECEIVE what was handed down to us by our LORD and Savior Jesus Christ. (v. 23) Deuteronomy 4:5; Matthew 28:20; 1 Corinthians 15:3; Galatians 1:11-12; 1 Thessalonians 4:1-2; Exodus 4:15; ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

Denomination: Baptist

Proper Conduct: Word Series

Contributed by Joshua Moran on Jan 25, 2005

Paul is asking us to not give a reason for someone to think against your youthfulness.

Teenagers And Their God THE PROPER CONDUCT: WORD 1 Timothy 4:12 June 8, 2004 Joshua Moran Introduction We talked last week about a teenager being im-portant, and that God holds us all accountable the same way as he holds adults. This time I will speak on the conduct of a teenager, and how ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Will The Real Man Please Stand Up! Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Mar 15, 2005

This message looks at three typoes of people described by Paul, and their standing before God

WILL THE REAL MAN PLEASE STAND UP! 1 Corinthians 2:14-3:4 INTRODUCTION: the apostle Paul has spent the beginning of his letter laying down his foundational thinking regarding the necessity and priority of the message of the cross. He has declared that divisions in the church were a result of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Get Out Of Those Grave Clothes

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 22, 2005

Paul in these verses tells us how to walk in this new life. (Ephesians 5)

THE WALK OF PURITY "GET OUT OF THOSE GRAVECLOTHES!" TEXT: EPHESIANS 4:17-5:20 INTRODUCTION IN JOHN CHAPTER 11, WE READ OF THE ACCOUNT WHEN A VERY GOOD FRIEND OF JESUS’ DIED, LAZARUS. HE HAD BEEN SICK FOR A WHILE AND JESUS ARRIVED IN BETHANEY, WHERE LAZARUS LIVED FOUR DAYS AFTER HE HAD ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Bear With Me, Please

Contributed by James May on Aug 14, 2005

A message to the church to say like Paul, please bear with me in my folly.

Bear With Me, Please By Pastor Jim May 1) Three pastors got together for coffee one day and found all their churches had bat-infestation problems. "I got so mad," said one, "I took a shotgun and fired at them. It made holes in the ceiling, but did nothing to the bats." "I tried trapping them ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 11:1-4

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Good Stewards And Financial Contentment Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 21, 2006

In this message the apostle Paul sets before us six principles of financial contentment.

Scripture There is a story about a mother and son who lived in a forest. One day when they were out walking a tornado surprised them. The mother clung to a tree and tried to hold her son. But the swirling winds carried him into the sky. He was gone. The woman began to weep and pray: “Please, O ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:10-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Standard Operating Procedure Series

Contributed by Thomas Bowen on Oct 27, 2006

The pattern of Paul is established on the First Journey. It involves steps that allow the Spirit to work.

SOP - Christian Patterns Barnabas, Paul and John Mark leave the Island of Crete which was the first part of the missionary journey commissioned by the Holy Spirit. We don’t hear much about things happening on the island although it was at one time home to Barnabas. They sail from the opposite end ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:13-53

Denomination: Congregational

Praying For Power Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Mar 3, 2006

Paul prays for power, not for specific situations but for the power to know the enormity of the love of God.

I wonder if you remember that time in the 80s when there were a string of books published with the idea of power in the title. Here are some examples: Power Evangelism, Power Preaching, How to Release God’s Healing Power Through Prayer, Hidden Power of Speaking in Tongues, Confronting Powerless ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Anglican

The Secret Of Success

Contributed by John Phillips Jr on Mar 7, 2006

The Apostle Paul indicated there was ONE thing that helped insure his success in Christ!

The Secret of Success Phil. 3:12-14 Intro – People love hearing a secret don’t they? Many of the books on the best seller list are those that have to do with supposedly “Secret” methods on everything from weight loss to wealth beyond your wildest dreams! I am sure that many of you remember the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Having A New Relationship In Christ Jesus

Contributed by W. Alderman on Mar 14, 2006

This message shows the great relationship that we have in Christ as described by the Apostle Paul.

HAVING A NEW RELATIONSHIP IN CHRIST JESUS! Ephesians 2:11-22 INTRODUCTION: How thrilling to be placed into the family of God through the new birth. May we examine our wonderful relationship in Christ as we study this brief exposition of Truth. I. Remember Your Past Relationship. (vs. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Baptist

Five Reasons Why Preachers Should Be Paid

Contributed by George Barton on Aug 5, 2006

Gives the five reasons Paul gives in 1 Cor 9 for paying the preacher.

WHY PREACHERS SHOULD BE PAID REVISED 08-05-2006 FIVE REASONS WHY GOSPEL PREACHERS SHOULD BE PAID 1 Corinthians 9:1-27 (1 Cor 9:1 NIV) Am I not free? Am I not an apostle? Have I not seen Jesus our Lord? Are you not the result of my work in the Lord? (1 Cor 9:2 NIV) Even though I may not be an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-27

Denomination: Baptist

Christian Traits

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Aug 19, 2006

This message expounds upon the important traits or characteristics of a Christian as outlined by Paul to the Ephesians.

Text: “Be very careful, then, how you live – not as unwise but as wise” (v. 15). Introduction: I wonder how many people ever think along these lines. Many people take life for granted and do what other people do. They never stop to consider how to live. Children are influenced by their ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-20, Ephesians 5:1-13

Denomination: Christian Church

The Call To Pray Series

Contributed by Phillip Day on Aug 21, 2006

Paul guidelines the need for prayer in the church in this passage--especially for men to lead the way.

The Call to Pray 1 Timothy 2:1-8 I. Exhortation to pray for all (v. 1; Ephesians 6:18) a. Pray without ceasing (1 Thessalonians 5:17) b. Pray in the Spirit (Romans 8:26) c. Be aware of others’ needs II. Especially pray for leaders (v. 2; Romans 13:1; Ezra 6:10b) III. Prayer’s Purposes (v. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

The Most Excellent Way Series

Contributed by Mitchell Skelton on Jan 20, 2004

Paul teaches about spiritual gifts and shows us The Most Excellent Way.

INTRODUCTION In one Corinthians 12, Paul writes concerning spiritual gifts. The miraculous gifts present as a result of the laying on of the hands of the Apostles. There were many different kinds of spiritual gifts and Paul makes it clear that all of these gifts came from God. It is evident ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ