Sermons on Pauls Trial:

Practical Work Ethic Series

Contributed by Phillip Day on Jan 10, 2007

Paul moves from the words of encouragement to Timothy in Chapter 1 to words of wisdom in a credible work ethic that all Christians should strive to maintain.

Practical Work Ethic 2 Timothy 2:1-26 I. Work’s Zeal (v. 1-7) a. Enduring Hardship (v. 3-4; 2 Corinthians 4:10) b. Maintaining Integrity (v. 5; 1 Corinthians 9:25-27) c. Brings “first” fruits (v. 6) II. Work’s Motivation (v. 8-13) a. Jesus is alive (v. 8) b. God’s Word is active (v. 9; Hebrews ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Don't Allow People Rob Your Joy Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Feb 13, 2007

Philippians is commonly called the "Book of Joy". But Paul presents several thieves that try to rob us of our joy. The second thief: "Difficult People."

DO NOT ALLOW PEOPLE TO ROB YOUR JOY ILLUSTRATION: A PREACHER told about his nine-year-old daughter who one day JUMPED off the SCHOOL BUS as it stopped in front of her house and SLAMMED her way through the front door. She MARCHED up the stairs into her ROOM and again SLAMMED the DOOR. All the ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Don't Allow Your Past Rob Your Joy Series

Contributed by Fred Sigle on Feb 13, 2007

Philippians is commonly called the "Book of Joy". But Paul presents several thieves that try to rob us of our joy. The third thief: "Your Past."

DON’T ALLOW YOUR PAST TO ROB YOUR JOY A. I Timothy 1:12-16 (READ and COMMENT) ILLUSTRATION: In 1955, the New York Yankees chose 22 year-old John Malangone as the probable REPLACEMENT for VETERAN catcher Yogi Berra. Though he could THROW a BALL from HOME PLATE and HIT the left field FENCE 368 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Approved

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Dec 28, 2014

A short teaching of 2 Timothy 2:15 - Paul gave Timothy clear instructions on the importance of being approved of God for the preaching of God's Word.

Approved The Apostle Paul gives instructions to Timothy that applies to all Christians who desire to take on the important charge, "Preach the Word" (2 Timothy 4:2). "Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Target Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Jan 5, 2015

God has many directives for the church, and under the inspiration of the Spirit, Paul hits the ground running, implying what some of those directives are.

The Target (I Timothy 1:1-5) 1. Men’s retreat/turkey shoot. Barri usually wins… 2. Bud Newell and his friend Tony often practice corn-hole tossing. They are very proficient at it, and Bud has won a number of championships; a matter of aim. 3. Hitting the target, good aim ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Why Should We ‘raise Holy Hands In Prayer’? Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 17, 2015

What do we do with Paul's instructions for us to "raise holy hands in prayer"? Why would he ask us to do that?

WE'RE SUPPOSED TO DO WHAT? Paul commands us to lift holy hands in prayer. - 1 Timothy 2:8. WHY DO THAT? We can use our body’s position to focus our heart’s direction. SOME "HOLY HANDS" EXAMPLES: 1. Hands lifted skyward is an expression of surrender. 2. Hands cupped before you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 2:8

Denomination: Baptist

A Glorious Church!

Contributed by Melvin Newland on May 6, 2015

Paul talks about a radiant, glorious church. Just what would it take for us to be a radiant, glorious church? What are the characteristics of a glorious church?

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK "Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church & gave Himself up for her to make her holy, cleansing her by the washing with water through the word, and to present her to Himself as a radiant church, without stain or ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:25-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Everyone Must Submit To Governing Authorities Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Feb 10, 2014

Paul speaks about authorities in this world. 1- Authorities are established by God 2- Authorities punish the wrongdoers 3- Authorities must be respected by all

INTRO.- We have authorities or authority figures throughout all our lives. ILL.- Little Johnny was going to a public school and he was doing very badly in math. So his mother decided to put him into a Catholic school. When she got his report card at the end of the term, his marks in math had ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Aeropagus Eggheads Vs. A Seed-Picker Series

Contributed by Allan Kircher on Oct 10, 2011

Our church journey continues travelling through God's word. What is the plan, the guidelines, the message God has for us through Paul today?

Areopagus Eggheads versus a Seed-Picker Date: October 2, 2011 Scripture: Acts 17:1-34 Preview chapter 16 • When we last left this 1st century preacher • Paul had just been released from a Philippian jail.  Magistrates learned they were Roman citizens  They apologized ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-34

Denomination: Baptist

Those Who Oppose The Truth Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Oct 10, 2011

Paul describes some specific people who opposed the truth of God. 1- They are home invaders 2- They are ignorant of the truth 3- They are depraved of mind

INTRO.- ILL.- A little girl came very early one morning to her mother, saying, “Which is worse, Mama, to tell a lie or to steal?” The Mother replied that both were so sinful she could not tell which was worse. “Well, Mama,” replied the little one, “I’ve been thinking a good deal about it, and I ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:6-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Putting Away Childish Things 1

Contributed by Denn Guptill on Jan 2, 2013

Paul tells us to put away childish things but before we can put them away we need to know what they are.

If I were to mention 1 Corinthians 13 to most of you, it would be recognized as the “Love Chapter” and that is true. The main part of the chapter is about love and we hear it preached on and read at weddings, in particular the section between 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Love is patient and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:11

Denomination: Wesleyan

What Must I Not Do To Be Saved?

Contributed by Dave Martin on Jul 20, 2011

Too many people try to add to God's simple plan of salvation. Paul said, "Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved."

What Must I Not Do To Be Saved? Acts 16:25-34 In this chapter of Acts, we see the Apostle Paul, the great evangelist, and Silas, his co-labourer, preaching and teaching in Philippi. Paul was preaching in the streets and the bible says, a “certain damsel possessed with a spirit of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-34

Denomination: Baptist

Doesn't That Sound Reasonable?

Contributed by David Wilson on Jul 25, 2011

It is because of God's mercy that Paul pleads for believers to present themselves as living sacrifices to God. What follows that plea is a description of a holy, dedicated life.

ROMANS 12:1 (AMPLIFIED BIBLE) I APPEAL to you therefore, brethren, and beg of you in view of [all] the mercies of God, to make a decisive dedication of your bodies [presenting all your members and faculties] as a living sacrifice, holy (devoted, consecrated) and well pleasing to God, which is your ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Enslaved Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 6, 2011

Paul mentioned two distinct areas where we are often under a yoke of slavery. 1- Enslaved to work 2- Enslaved to false thinking

INTRO.- Enslaved. That word doesn’t sound very good. We don’t like to think we’re enslaved to anything or anyone. But all of us are under a yoke of slavery, in a sense. Do you drink coffee? Do you like it? Can you go without it? Can you start your morning without it? ILL.- Someone wrote ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

A More Excellent Way

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Jul 5, 2011

Paul gives us the benchmark by which all our attempts at love must be measured and approved in verses 4-7 of I Corinthians 13.

A More Excellent Way 02/14/10 PM Text: I Corinthians 13:1-13 Introduction The Bible has a lot to say about love, the word occurs more than 180 times in the New Testament. Scripture tells of the power of love. It tells of what it can do for broken marriage or a severed relationship or a struggling ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ