Sermons on Paul In Lystra:

The Good Fight

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Oct 25, 2025

Life on earth is temporary. What we do with the time we have here will depend on where we spend eternity. Paul is pouring out his innermost feelings and advice on how to finish the race well. It is a fight, but a good one.

Death bed narratives are when people share their innermost feelings at the most vulnerable time of their lives. It is their last words and can be secrets they have held on to for their entire lives or it can be valuable advice or instruction to those whom they love so very much. I am suggesting ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-8

Denomination: Anglican

Building Godly Character

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 1, 2025

Our culture often tells us to avoid suffering at any cost, to seek pleasure and ease above all else. Paul declares with the authority of heavenly insight that suffering is not without purpose. In God's kingdom, character is currency.

OPENING ILLUSTRATION: There is a story told among the Cherokee Indians… One evening an old Cherokee Indian told his grandson about a battle that goes on inside people. He said, "My son, the battle is between 2 wolves. One is Evil. It is anger, envy, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Preach The Word: Faithful Disciples In A Faithless Age - 2 Timothy 4:2 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 26, 2026

We live in a noisy world. Opinions are endless, truth feels negotiable, and people are searching for voices that confirm what they already believe rather than challenge them toward holiness. Yet into that confusion comes a command from the Apostle Paul .

Preach the Word: Faithful Disciples in a Faithless Age - 2 Timothy 4:2 (NLT) Introduction: A Charge That Echoes Through the Ages We live in a noisy world. Opinions are endless, truth feels negotiable, and people are searching for voices that confirm what they already believe rather than challenge ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:2, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 1 Peter 3:15, Ephesians 4:15, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, Romans 12:2, 1 Corinthians 15:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Call To Unity--A Missing Priority Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Mar 12, 2026

Gaurding our unity in Christ is not often considered a priority for believers. And yet it is the very first thing the Apostle Paul addresses when he talks about how to live according to our high calling in Christ Jesus in the book of Ephesians.

I was a fourth-year student at Dallas Seminary, a dedicated Bible student for 15 years, before someone suggested to me that the issue of pursuing unity in my ministry could be a very significant issue. But I remember the day like it was yesterday. The venerable Professor John Reed, the Head of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6, Matthew 18:15-17, Matthew 5:23-28, Matthew 7:3-5

Denomination: Bible Church

Do You Not Know?

Contributed by Shashi Marian on Mar 12, 2026

Paul the Apostle in writing to the Corinthian Church in 1 Corinthians 6 places a question before them. Six times they have been asked " Do you not know?" Let us ponder over those few points.

When there is a repetition of a particular question "Do you not know?", the clear indication is that I am supposed to be knowing something or I am supposed to be aware of certain facts or things which is very vital and beneficial not only to the Kingdom of God but to self as well. They ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:2-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

We Will Reap If We Faint Not

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Dec 18, 2003

By perseverance the snail reached the Ark. -Spurgeon Praise God that the Holy Spirit gives you the ability to bounce back from defeats, discouragements or difficulties. Paul wrote, "As servants of God we commend ourselves in every way, in great endurance,

We Will Reap If We Faint Not (Gal. 6:9,10) "Let us not grow weary in well doing for in due season we will reap if we faint not. As we therefore, have opportunity, let us do good to all men. Especially to those who are of the household of faith." (Gal. 6:9,10) Illustration: Postage stamps are ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:9-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Gathering The Flock

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

What attracts people to a pastor? The Scriptures are filled with examples of men who drew others after them in love for God. Men such as Moses, David, Peter, and Paul, had vast numbers of followers. On the other hand, men such as Elijah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel

GATHERING THE FLOCK INTRODUCTION: A. WHAT ATTRACTS PEOPLE TO A PASTOR? 1. The Scriptures are filled with examples of men who drew others after them in love for God. 2. Men such as Moses, David, Peter, and Paul, had vast numbers of followers. 3. On the other hand, men such as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:23

Dangers And Deliverance Of The Godly

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Most modern day believers feel that to brave the hazards of the road on Sunday morning is all the danger they are willing to put up with. In contrast, Paul consistently forged ahead on his path toward greater Godliness despite continuous accusations, enda

One fact that many Christians would prefer to forget is that "All who live Godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution." (2 Tim. 3:12) Most modern day believers feel that to brave the hazards of the road on Sunday morning is all the danger they are willing to put up with. In contrast, Paul ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:27-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Are Characteristics Of True Spirituality Versus Law Oriented Religion?

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. How can we learn to develop more characteristics of true spirituality and less law directed religiosity? In a world where many people see religion as a set of rules, regulations and restrictions, Paul teaches us the meaning of true spirituality.

1. How can we learn to develop more characteristics of true spirituality and less law directed religiosity? In a world where many people see religion as a set of rules, regulations and restrictions, Paul teaches us the meaning of true spirituality. The great apostle wanted the Roman church to ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Let The Holy Spirit Orchestrate A Harmonious Symphony In Your Family And Fe

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 19, 2004

The Holy Spirit harmonizes people by blending complementary spiritual gifts together to form a synergistic result. Paul wrote, "There are different kinds of working, but the same God works all of them in all men. Now to each one the manifestation of the S

Let The Holy Spirit Orchestrate a Harmonious Symphony In Your Family and Fellowship 1 Corinthians 12:6-24 Illustration: The great violinist, Nicolo Paganini, willed his marvelous violin to Genoa -- the city of his birth -- but only on condition that the instrument never be played upon. It ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:6-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Argument Of Authenticity" Series

Contributed by Keith Bunch on Mar 8, 2003

We are confronted with the same group of false apostles as Paul was in his day : Those who seek to dispute the Inerrancy, Infallibility, and Divine Inspiration of the Holy Scriptures; and in so doing, seek to lead us away from the Truth of God’s Word

PAUL’S CERTIFICATION. (Vv. 11-12) As Paul defended his apostleship in (v. 1), he now defends his message. Paul says that the Gospel he preaches is not intended to please men (tickle ears), nor is it of human origin. It could not be of man because it did not come to him from a man, but from a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:11-24

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How God Uses Adversity For Good

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 3, 2003

Paul teaches us that “experiences” may come into our life so God can smooth off the rough edges off of our character. The Lord is in the process of fashioning us more into the image of Jesus Christ. He is the potter and we are the clay.

1. Have you considered all the blessings that are available to you when you hear the word, “No”. Most of us like to get what we want, but are frustrated when we hear somebody say, “No” to our requests. Instead of growing resentful, angry or disillusioned when you come up against denials of your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 5:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Cloth Tearer Or Net Mender?

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Apr 14, 2003

We all know that division causes problems - but where does it really come from? Paul gives us insights and warnings that any one of us could be the cause of division in our church. Find out the qualities of a good and bad leader.

For an audio copy of this message, go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com 10 I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one another so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be perfectly united in mind and thought. First off, I like how ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-30

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

An Open Door

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Jun 10, 2002

The apostle Paul would call this “An Open Door.” He refers to this thought in his first letter to the Corinthians. Today, we will be equipped in how to know a new opportunity or an open door when we see it and how to make a proper decision.

INTRODUCTION Opening Statement: I remember applying to graduate school back in 1994. I submitted all of the necessary papers and finally received my acceptance letter. I was so excited that June day as I read my letter of acceptance. That letter meant so much to me that I kept it. [Read a portion ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 16:5-9

To Hurting Congregations! What Matters Most Is What God Offers First!

Contributed by Doug Koehler on Jan 18, 2002

There are, still today, many congregations that are full of bickering and selfishness. These things tear the church apart and keep them from fulfilling God’s call in their life. Paul addresses this sort of church when he wrote to the church in Corinth. Hi

1st Corinthians 1:1-9 January 20th, 2002 To hurting congregations! What matters most is what God offers first! Most would say that a recipe for disaster is to take people with different views, ideas, attitudes, backgrounds, and agendas and stick them all in one place. The result would be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Lutheran