Sermons on Pauls Concern:

How To Be Right With God (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 5, 2007

In Romans 3:21-25a, Paul gives us seven elements of the righteousness that God divinely imputes to those who trust in his Son. This sermon looks at the last four elements.

Scripture A Sunday school teacher was testing the children in her kindergarten class to see if they understood the concept of getting in to heaven. She asked them, “If I sold my house and my car, had a big garage sale and gave all my money to the church, would that get me into heaven?” “No!” the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 3:22-25

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Overcoming Church Problem #1: Disagreements & Divisions Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Feb 21, 2023

Of all the problems in the church at Corinth, what was the first problem the Apostle Paul chose to address? Immorality, a false gospel, getting drunk at Communion, licentiousness? Nope! Division! Disunity! Why is this so important?

Did you know that I was personally baptized by none other than Charles Swindoll? Perhaps I should say Dr. Charles Swindoll! Yes, the same Charles Swindoll who is daily on Christian Radio and is the founder of the Insight for Living radio broadcast, who has written about 70 very popular Christian ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:10-17

Denomination: Bible Church

The Precedence Of Prayer-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 12, 2012

3 of 3. Paul exhorted Timothy regarding the place of prayer in the Church. Prayer must take precedence in the Church. When is it obvious that it holds priority? Prayer takes precedence when...

The PRECEDENCE Of PRAYER-III—1Timothy 2:1-8 Attention: Communication is vital to any aspect of life. Maybe you are mute, or know someone who is mute. Maybe you are deaf, or know someone who is deaf. The challenges you face every day are mountainous because of such physical ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

That's Why We Are Not Discouraged

Contributed by Michael Stark on May 29, 2020

Stress and Disappointment come into every life. Christians are provided a powerful response to such stressors, and this powerful response is revealed in Paul's review of his own life.

“We have this treasure in clay jars to show that its extraordinary power comes from God and not from us. In every way we’re troubled but not crushed, frustrated but not in despair, persecuted but not abandoned, struck down but not destroyed. We are always carrying around the death of Jesus in our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-18

Denomination: Baptist

"The Man Of God Who Lost His Religion"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Aug 4, 2003

I love hearing people share their personal testimony. This message unveils the testimony of the Apostle Paul. Before he was saved, when he got saved, and since he got saved.

“THE MAN OF GOD WHO LOST HIS RELIGION” “THE PERSONAL TESTIMONY OF THE APOSTLE PAUL” Before Paul was saved… Religion 1. He was trusting in religious ceremony. “circumcised” He had been circumcised. Many people are trusting in their infant baptism or some other ceremony performed by their ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Only Grace Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jun 17, 2013

Many claim to have the truth, but Paul proclaims that there is only one “gospel—good news” and that is God’s love and grace in the life, death and resurrection of Jesus.

Galatians 1:1-12 “Only Grace” INTRODUCTION One of the greatest movies of all time—at least for the critics—is “The Wizard of Oz.” We all know the story of Dorothy and Todo, her dog, who want to get home to Kansas. They are joined by a scarecrow who wants a ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

A Glimpse Of Glory

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Feb 26, 2019

When we look in the mirror what do we see? Do we see someone hopelessly lost in sin, or a repentant sinner, forgiven and being transformed into God’s image from glory to glory every day? Let’s look at Paul’s discussion of being remarkably transformed in 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2.

When we look in the mirror what do we see? Do we see someone hopelessly lost in sin, or a repentant sinner, forgiven and being transformed into God’s image from glory to glory every day? Let’s look at Paul’s discussion of being remarkably transformed in 2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2. To understand Paul’s ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Knowing The Ways Of God

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 19, 2011

IN THIS PSALM WE ARE CONFRONTED WITH THE DESIRE OF DAVID TO RECEIVE INSTRUCTION FROM GOD CONCERNING HIS (GOD’S) WAYS. WHAT A WONDERFUL THOUGHT FOR US TO PONDER THIS EVENING – HOW DO WE RECEIVE INSTRUCTION FROM GOD? OR, PERHAPS MORE APTLY, WHAT DO I NEED

KNOWING THE WAYS OF GOD PSALM 25 IN THIS PSALM WE ARE CONFRONTED WITH THE DESIRE OF DAVID TO RECEIVE INSTRUCTION FROM GOD CONCERNING HIS (GOD’S) WAYS. WHAT A WONDERFUL THOUGHT FOR US TO PONDER THIS EVENING – HOW DO WE RECEIVE INSTRUCTION FROM GOD? OR, PERHAPS MORE APTLY, WHAT DO I ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 25:1-22

Denomination: Baptist

1 Lose, 1 Win, Your Turn

Contributed by Oliver Wong on Nov 26, 2013

The sermon takes a look at the cosmic struggle between evil and good - between Satan and Eve (and Adam) (Round 1), Satan and Jesus (Round 2), and finally Round 3...Satan vs. YOU... Special attention is paid on 1 John 2:15-17 concerning Satan's 3 weapons.

Think of Satan… What comes to your mind immediately? Did an image of an angry-looking red being holding a pitch fork come to your mind? Or maybe you see a plump guy with horns and a fanatical smirk on his face? Whatever it is, we have to ask ourselves: Is our mental picture of Satan fuelled ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Day Of Judgement Will Surprise Many People!

Contributed by Robert Webb on Jun 7, 2018

Not everyone who talks about heaven is fit for God’s Kingdom! Jesus is more concerned about our walk than our talk.We must act out of love and if we love the truth we will seek it and walk in it! If we love a lie we have no trouble finding it and it will

The Day of Judgement will surprise many people! Lip service does not impress God. Matthew 7:21 (KJV) 21 Not everyone that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. A superficial religion might satisfy the casual ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:26-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

David Anointed King Of All Israel Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 26, 2022

About twenty years had elapsed since David was anointed by Samuel, seven and a half years since he was anointed King of Judah. At thirty-seven, his faith and patience were rewarded, every obstacle was removed from his path, and the Divine purpose concerning his royal destination was fulfilled.

David Anointed King of All Israel 2 Samuel 5:1-3 Then came all the tribes of Israel to David to Hebron, and spoke, saying, Behold, we are your bone and your flesh.… ________________________________________ 1. About twenty years had elapsed since David was anointed by Samuel, seven and a half ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:14

Denomination: Baptist

I See A Boiling Pot

Contributed by Samuel M on Feb 26, 2024

The Lord asks “Jeremiah, what do you see?” twice. These two visions are concerning the same season. When the Lord asks “Jeremiah, what do you see?” – He sees an almond tree. Almond tree is the first tree to blossom in Israel. The very first tree to announce the arrival of spring

Then the word of the LORD came to me, asking, “What do you see, Jeremiah?”. I replied, “I see a branch of an almond tree.” The LORD said to me, “You have seen correctly, for I watch over My word to accomplish it.” Again the word of the LORD came to me inquiring, “What do you see?” And I replied, “I ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 1:11-14

Dynamics That Effect Christian Service-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 20, 2012

3 of 3. Paul warned Timothy of the dynamics required to fulfill his charge. Believers must be aware of the dynamics surrounding the fulfillment of their Christian service. What are some of these dynamics? Christian service must embrace...

DYNAMICS That EFFECT CHRISTIAN SERVICE-III—1Timothy 1:18-20 Attention: Jan. 13, 2012—Francesco Schettino, the captain of the Italian cruise ship Concordia, fled his sinking cruise liner before all the passengers were off. His negligence led to the deaths of 32 of the 4200 passengers ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20

Denomination: Baptist

Functioning In The Community Of Faith

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Jul 8, 2007

how each of us should operate in the body of Christ, how to contribute to our community, some guidelines set forth by Paul in achieving great things for God in the local church

Intro: since we have been preaching community for weeks, I had this thought during the city fireworks for the fourth of July celebration, this took a community effort for this night to happen. From the Mayor to councilmen, to chamber of commerce, to the law enforcement, to the community clubs, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:11-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Precedence Of Prayer-2

Contributed by Byron Sherman on May 1, 2012

2 of 3. Paul exhorted Timothy regarding the place of prayer in the Church. Prayer must take precedence in the Church. When is it obvious that it holds priority? Prayer takes precedence when...

The PRECEDENCE Of PRAYER-II—1Timothy 2:1-7 Attention: Communication is vital to every aspect of life. Maybe you are mute, or know someone who is mute. Maybe you are deaf, or know someone who is deaf. The challenges you/these people face every day are mountainous because of such physical ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist