Sermons on Paul Was Blameless:

Little Red Riding Hoods

Contributed by Bobby Brewer on Jun 14, 2021

Sometimes referred to as Paul’s tearful farewell, Paul has what could also be described as an elder board meeting with the elders of the Ephesian church. Goodbyes have a way of making you think and Paul has some final thoughts for the church at Ephesus; most notably to beware the wolves.

Series: Acts: We’re on a Mission from God Message: Little Red Riding Hoods Text: Acts 20:17-38 Date: June 13, 2021 Big Idea: The passage is sometimes referred to as Paul’s tearful farewell. Not surprisingly, Paul has what could also be described as an elder board meeting with the elders of the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:17-38

How Do I Get There?

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Dec 3, 2024

How do we get to heaven? Paul wanted to know how he was going to travel to Thessaloniki.

1 Thessalonians 3:9-13 How do I Get There? 1. Paul has no idea How He will get there to Thessaloniki? • He writes 11 Now may our God and Father himself and our Lord Jesus direct our way to you. • Paul is trying find a way to get to Thessaloniki • Paul is often in Prison there are Epistles know as ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:9-13

Denomination: Methodist

Putting First Things First Series

Contributed by David Flowers on Apr 28, 2006

In Colossians chapter one, Paul declares the preeminence ("first-ness") of Christ in five areas: the gospel message; the cross; the creation; the church, Paul’s ministry. Who do you think Jesus is?

Putting First Things First Series: Jesus, Post-Resurrection, part 2 Wildwind Community Church David Flowers April 29, 2006 2705 A Part Of Main Structure Rev. W. Kingstone Greenland visited a vacant house with a friend who desired to purchase it. The friend was particularly struck by the beauty ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-26

Denomination: Free Methodist

In Times Like These (A Message Of Encouragement)

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Jul 20, 2010

Paul had set the example of joyfulness in difficult times. In prison, after beatings, Paul and Silas had sung praises. Now, in the difficult times of their life, Paul gives advice for believers in difficult times.

In Times Like These: A Message of Encouragement Philippians 4:1-8 Calvary Baptist Church October 19, 2008 INTRODUCTION • The church at Philippi had fallen on difficult times. APPLY! – We are in difficult times! (The economy, the election) • The story of the founding of this church may be read in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

This Scripture Is Fulfilled In Your Hearing

Contributed by Christopher Martin on Feb 2, 2010

Preached 1/24/2010 at St. Paul, McConnellsburg, St. Paul’s, Big Cove Tannery, and Mt. Zion, Little Cove. My 1st Sermon in the McConnellsburg parish.

Today is a big day for all of us in the congregations of the McConnellsburg Lutheran Parish, isn’t it? Today, for the first time in two years, you have your own Pastor in your pulpit. Now I hear that in the time leading up to my arrival, Pastor Joe Hall did a wonderful job as a part time supply ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Abstaining From Worldly Associations

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Nov 23, 2011

Paul taught that the corrupt ways of the world was totally incongruent with the life that is in Christ. The Apostle Paul asks some searching questions to point out the absurdity of Christians trying to straddle the spiritual fence in their daily life.

Abstaining from Worldly Associations Text: 2 Cor. 6:14, 17-18 Intro: Though Second Corinthians 6:14 & 15 “…are often applied to various sorts of alliances (e.g., mixed marriages, improper business associations), Paul’s primary association was probably ecclesiastical." Though the principles ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 6:14-18

Denomination: Baptist

Digging Deeper Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Mar 19, 2001

Prayer is the doorway to a deeper relationship with God. Paul’s prayer here is a model of digging deeper towards intimacy with God.

I. Pray Seeking Insight (17-18a) A. Spirit of Wisdom 1. Attitude, disposition, or mindset 2. Wisdom is insight into the true nature of things B. Spirit of Revelation 1. Same as 1 above 2. Revelation is to reveal or unveil 3. (A & B) A mind-set of wisdom when it comes to an unfolding of the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Baptist

How To Become A Generous Person

Contributed by Chris Oswald on Nov 18, 2001

Message on giving using Paul’s thank you note to the Phillipians as the main text - Phil. 4:9-20

Giving: How To Trust God With My Resources The whole point of this Survivor Series to identify the most necessary habits and disciplines Christians must keep if they hope to keep growing in their faith. Jonathan has shared three of those so far: Bible Study; Prayer; and Evangelism. Today I’ve ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:9-20

Denomination: Baptist

Do You Hear What He Heard?

Contributed by Jason Zahn on Dec 27, 2001

The truth about the meaning and joy of Christmas rings out loud and clear in Paul’s opening remarks to the Roman Christians.

It brought an out of control party animal named Augustine to faith in Christ, and Augustine went on to become one of the most prolific and influential Christian thinkers of his generation. It sparked the Reformation, as a monk named Martin Luther discovered in it that the righteousness God ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Lutheran

I Am Debtor

Contributed by Greg Irby on Oct 18, 2000

Paul realizes his position not only to the Lord but also to the world. Paul is referred to as a servant of Jesus Christ, and a debtor to the world.

Text Verse: Rom 1:14 (Rom 1:14 KJV) "I am debtor both to the Greeks, and to the Barbarians; both to the wise, and to the unwise." Introduction: Paul realizes his position not only to the Lord but also to the world. Paul is referred to as a servant of Jesus Christ, and a debtor to the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:14

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Checks You Can Take To The Bank #1 - The Certainty Of God's Grace Series

Contributed by Mark Thornton on Oct 2, 2001

The first of a study of Paul’s Trustworthy Sayings. This one helps us to gain a fuller understanding of God’s grace.

INTRODUCTION. -- How many of you have ever bought something from a TV commercial? I’ve never been one to do this very much -- partly because I usually missed the type of commercials advertising products (getting a snack); and partly because the products were always too expensive. Then an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-20, Titus 3:3-8

Denomination: *other

From Tranquility To Captivity

Contributed by Mark Holdcroft on May 4, 2003

Paul’s transition from a time of tranquility to captivity actually served to take his ministry to a new realm of effectiveness.

From Tranquility to Captivity. Acts 21:1 After we had torn ourselves away from them, we put out to sea and sailed straight to Cos. The next day we went to Rhodes and from there to Patara. 2:We found a ship crossing over to Phoenicia, went on board and set sail. 3:After sighting Cyprus and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 21:1-15, Acts 9:15-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Giving Your Testimony Series

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Nov 17, 2002

How we can learn, from Paul’s testimony, to give our testimony and share our faith better

Giving your testimony Acts 26:12-32 WBC 17/11/02 pm Drama: 1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect, 16 keeping a clear ...read more

Scripture: Acts 26:12-32

Denomination: Baptist

Being Filled With The Fullness Of God

Contributed by Christopher Nerreau on Mar 30, 2006

Paul’s Prayer for the Ephesian Church shows how Christians can be "filled to your measure with all the fullness of God."

Being Filled To Your Measure Ephesians 3:14-17 “that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God” By Chris Nerreau – 03/27/06 ILLUSTRATION: · One New Year’s Day, in the Tournament of Roses parade, a beautiful float suddenly sputtered and quit. It was out of gas. The whole parade ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-17

Denomination: Orthodox

Characteristics Of An Evangelistic Life Series

Contributed by Dean O'bryan on Aug 14, 2006

Using Paul’s example in Acts 17, a practical description of principles for us to get Christ’s message to people

Trinity Baptist Church August 6, 2006 Winning Ways (series) Characteristics of an Evangelistic Life Acts 17:15-34 Most of you spend time with normal people. I often don’t. I have to spend time with people like pastors! I was sitting innocently with a group of Heartland pastors in Omaha a few ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:15-34

Denomination: Baptist