Sermons on Paul In Lystra:

It's Jesus - Can I Come In Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 15, 2023

How does Jesus end up being on the outside of this Church? Let's see what was happening in Laodicea and how Jesus redeems them.

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22; John 14:21-23 Theme: Who Owns the Home? Title: It’s Jesus – May I Come In? Is Jesus inside your church or heart or is He knocking at the door? INTRO: Grace and peace from God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit! I read this advertisement recently: Room ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22, John 14:21-23, Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Nazarene

How Can The Lord Help You Handle Prolonged Disputes?

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Keep your attitude, thoughts and lifestyle calm and above reproach. Paul writes, "Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you

What are some of the Biblical guidelines for handling controversies? 1. Keep your attitude, thoughts and lifestyle calm and above reproach. Paul writes, "Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Living First Things First Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Jun 16, 2006

Part 6 of series Jesus, Post-Resurrection. In Colossians 3 and 4, the Apostle Paul shows how the supremacy of Christ should show through our personal purity; Christian fellowship; the home; our work; our witness to the world; and in the way we serve God.

Living First Things First Colossians 3 and 4 May 28, 2006 Some might say that in the third and fourth chapters of Colossians, Paul gets PRACTICAL, because that’s where he sets out to show us how the superiority of Christ over all things ought to be displayed in our daily lives. But I don’t want ...read more

Denomination: Free Methodist

Praise God For His Problem-Solving

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 9, 2004

We can praise God for His ability to solve any problem. Problems that go unresolved often cause stress, mistakes and miscommunication. When Paul wrote to the Thessalonians he thanked God for the way He helped them solve their problems of turning away from

Praise God for His Problem-Solving (I Thes 1:5-10) We can praise God for His ability to solve any problem. Problems that go unresolved often cause stress, mistakes and miscommunication. When Paul wrote to the Thessalonians he thanked God for the way He helped them solve their problems of turning ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 1:5-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rags Or Robes

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Dec 28, 2006

Christmas Day changed a lot of people. Paul addressed some in the great city of Colossae – Christians who had a reputation of being strong believers, but had a little problem understanding why they were to act differently than the world. Don’t we all ha

First Sunday After Christmas © As God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience. Bear with one another and, if anyone has a complaint against another, forgive each other; just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: United Methodist

Carnality

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Jan 21, 2005

Up to this point, Paul has been talking about two kinds of people in the world: those who are natural (unsaved) and those who are spiritual (saved). Now he says there are two kinds of saved people: those who are mature and those who are immature, which

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: What is carnality? According to the dictionary, it means to have the nature and characteristics of the flesh (or more simply, it means “fleshly”). Sometimes it refers to the whole material part of man (1 Corinthians 15:39; Hebrews 5:7), and based on this meaning, carnal ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Good-Bye!

Contributed by Rev. Roberto D. Abella on Oct 25, 2004

Today we will look into the heart of the Apostle Paul. We will come away from that experience assured that there’s no fellowship on earth compare to what Christians have experienced. We will know today in our message titled “Good-bye” that: God directs ou

Today we will look into the heart of the Apostle Paul. We will come away from that experience assured that there’s no fellowship on earth compare to what Christians have experienced. We will know today in our message titled “Good-bye” that: God directs our paths, God demands our labors and God ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:25-38

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Roaming Around Rome With The Gospel Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 18, 2004

Since the church is about God’s people, God’s people need to focus on God’s truth. Sharing the Gospel produces the church, and the church shares the Gospel reproducing the church. Paul shares two key truths we all need to embrace with enthusiasm.

Roaming Around Rome with The Gospel (Romans 1:8-17) 1. This week, the movie, “The Passion of the Christ” will open in Kokomo. 2. Christians all over the country are excited that so many people want to see this graphic depiction of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. 3. I would like to share three ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:8-17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

A Right Pace Series

Contributed by Alan Tison on Dec 10, 2005

To have a right Christmas we must slow down and enjoy Chrismtas. Paul reminds us Jesus came to earth when the time was right (Galatians 4:4) This message encourages all of us not to "DO CHRISTMAS", but to "CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS" This is #2 of a 4 part seri

Introduction: On December 17, 1903, Orville and Wilbur Wright made their first flight of an airplane at Kitty Hawk NC. On their 5th attempt, the plane under the control of Orville, embarked on a 12 second flight. Wilbur rushed to the local telegraph office and sent the following message – WE HAVE ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Benefits Of Fearing God

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Apr 20, 2003

The Holy Spirit gives us greater peace of mind, purity of thoughts and an upright conscience when we fear the Lord. Paul wrote, "Let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God." (2 C

Illustration:We fear men so much because we fear God so little. William Gurnall. 1. The Holy Spirit helps us maintain a reverential trust in God with a hatred for evil by teaching us more about God’s holy attributes. John wrote, "Who will not fear You, O Lord and glorify your name? For You alone ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Be A Good Finisher

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 3, 2003

Paul desired to finish the work God had called him to do. – Ask the Lord to help you fulfill the ministry He has directed you in. Even though we may not know what the future holds, we know who holds the future.

Four Essential Perspectives to Give to those you are Discipling – Acts 20:16-38 Illustration: There is power in peer pressure. One day as I took my campers, from the Navigator Eagle Lake Camp, in the mountains of Colorado Springs, to the dining hall, the rumor spread that we were having lima ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gospel Gun

Contributed by Ervin Kimrey on Jul 15, 2005

How many know that there is a battle going on between good and evil. There is an old saying that “there’s no better offence than a good defense” Along those same lines Paul tells us there’s no better offence against evil than the defense of the “whole

THE GOSPEL GUN Eph. 6: 10-18 Intro: How many know that there is a battle going on between good and evil. There is an old saying that “there’s no better offence than a good defense” Along those same lines Paul tells us there’s no better offence against evil than the defense of the “whole armor ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Value Judgments Or Judging With Value Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Sep 13, 2005

Each judgment we make, though, says far more about us than it does about the issue under judgment. Paul brings this into clarity for the believer, as judgments were being made over the significance of eating meat that had been offered to idols. The resp

VALUE JUDGMENTS OR JUDGING WITH VALUE 1 Corinthians 8:1-13 INTRODUCTION: The dictionary defines a value judgment as, ¡§an assessment that reveals more about the values of the person making the assessment than about the reality of what is assessed.¡¨ In reality, we all make judgments all the time. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Night Calls - A Call To Serve Series

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jan 24, 2010

God often deals with us at night. In the deepest night God brings Israel out of Egypt. At night God wrestles with Jacob. At midnight God looses Peter’s chains. At night Paul hears the Macedonian call. In the middle of the night God calls Samuel to serve.

Night Calls – Part One: “A Call to Serve” 1 Samuel 3:1-21 Introduction: God’s word declares that “God is light and in Him is no darkness at all” As such we often equate times of trouble, of difficulty, of spiritual lows with the night. We speak of the thief coming in the night; of death stalking at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

P90x For The Soul - Bible Study Series

Contributed by Scott Kircher on Sep 6, 2010

Paul tells Timothy that Scripture is useful for several things that are required in our life so that we can be equipped for every good work. What are those things and what can we do to put ourselves in a place to receive those things in our life so that

P90X for the Soul Bible Study 2 Timothy 3:16-17 Series Introduction P90X promo Slide after video Bring it! I had to show some of the promo for P90X because I find it pretty funny and a bit over the top. P90X or Power 90 Extreme, is an extreme home fitness workout program that has sold over 2.5 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational