Sermons on Pauls Testimony:

For Heaven’s Sake, Don't Quit!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Oct 13, 2021

Paul was Timothy’s spiritual mentor. Many of the things we find instilled in Timothy’s life were placed there by Paul.

For example, so many of the things we do, are the result of our parents instilling certain values within us as a child. For example: • Some vote for the same political party their parents voted for. They would not think of changing political parties, because that was the political party their ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

The Storm Before The Calm Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 28, 2022

In the storms of life, make sure you have an anchor for your soul.

The Storm Before the Calm Acts 27:1-44 Rev. Brian Bill March 27-28, 2022 I suffer from aquaphobia, or the fear of water. I can trace it to four traumatic events. • When I was around 9 years old, I was fishing in the middle of the night with my dad and his buddies on Devil’s Lake [aptly named]. ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-44

Denomination: Baptist

What's Your Thorn?

Contributed by Robert Cox on Aug 13, 2007

Paul had an affliction; what’s yours?

2 COR 12:7 And lest I should be exalted above measure by the abundance of the revelations, a thorn in the flesh was given to me, a messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I be exalted above measure. 8 Concerning this thing I pleaded with the Lord three times that it might depart from me. 9 And He ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

What's All The Fuss About?

Contributed by William Mouser on Jul 14, 2005

In a culture that acts as if marriage were of no consequence, there exists a fascination with marriage. Paul’s statement that it is a Great Mystery explains why there is such a fuss about marriage.

I know that all of you stand in line at grocery stores, and though I have not done any grocery shopping here in Orange City, I’d bet a bundle that the experience here is pretty much like my experience in a small town in North Texas. When I go through a checkout line, I am treated to a large ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:31-32

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Foundation Of Joy Series

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Apr 19, 2003

As we begin the book of Philippians we immediately discover the true source of Paul’s joy.

Philippians 1:1-6 Sunday, January 13, 2002 Have you ever asked yourself - "Why does pastor preach through a particular book?" Sometimes - there is a particular need in our congregation. Sometimes - the content of the book is needed as our theological anchor in the days in which live. Sometimes, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Who Are You?

Contributed by Jeffrey Kellum on May 2, 2003

Paul’s introduction to 1 Cor gives us insight about who we are.

I. INTRODUCTION: How many of you have seen Disney’s Lion King? Remember when Samba couldn’t decide whether or not he should go back to the Pride Lands? He had some pretty heavy baggage he was carrying around. His father had taught him a lot about his role in life and how he should act. But when ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

To Do Or To Be

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 24, 2001

This sermon deals with the characteristics of a Christian based on Paul’s life in Philippians 3:1-11.

"To Do Or To Be" 7/28/95 Text Philip3:1-11 OT Prov. 2:1-8 Matthew 7:13-27 For the Christian, "to be or not to be", isn’t the question, but rather "to do or to be is" the issue that we face. More times than not we opt for doing rather than being. Many people don’t ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-11, Malachi 7:13-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Rather Do Good

Contributed by Troy Borst on Feb 17, 2002

A sermon about stealing and wholesome speech following Paul’s advice to "rather do good"

RATHER DO GOOD EPHESIANS 4:28-29 INTRODUCTION Paul continues to stress to the Ephesians the importance of their walk with Christ. Paul does not just say, “follow Christ” and leaves it at that. Paul explains “how” to follow Christ. Paul explains that as we follow Christ, our lives will look ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:28-29

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Flee From Secularism Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Mar 30, 2006

Paul’s admonition to the Corinthian church to flee from idols is relevant to our temptations to secularism.

Flee from Secularism I Cor. 10:1-14 Most of you probably saw the story in the news last week about a man in Afghanistan who could be sentenced to death because he converted from Islam to Christianity. Under the religious laws of that nation, converting to Christianity is a crime. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:1-14

Denomination: Brethren

The Lord's Supper

Contributed by Colin Coombs on Jul 22, 2006

A look at Paul’s teaching regarding the Breaking of Bread/Communion and its effect on us as believers.

THE LORD’S SUPPER - I CORINTHIANS 11:23-33 We are going to look at the scripture where Paul tells us about the Last Supper, and how we should keep it today. There are some important and helpful matters dealt with in these verses. Let us take them slowly, feed on them, and learn from them. 23 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-33

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Extreme Makeover: Family Edition Series

Contributed by Dan Cale on Dec 13, 2004

This is the tenth in a series of teachings on the book of ephesians. It deals with Paul’s teachings for the parent/child relationship.

Extreme Makeover Family Edition Ephesians 6:1-4 The last time we were together we looked at an extreme makeover for our marriages. Tonight we look at one for our families. How many of you know that God is intimately concerned with what happens to us as families? Old and New Testaments are filled ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: *other

Choosing Sides- Recognizing Opposition Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Mar 29, 2004

This simple outline focuses on Paul’s experiences with the Thessalonians and Bereans and conflict and recognizing sides in a conflict.

At times, the right and wrong of an issue which divides is not clear. Often, we can use this checklist to determine who is acting in an ungodly manner. Character of Ungodly Opposition 1) Ungodly opposition is characterized by being emotionally driven. The Thessalonian Jews were "Jealous" ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Responding To Adversity

Contributed by Mike Turner on May 1, 2004

This sermons looks at Paul’s response to being in prison. How do we respond to adversity ?

Responding To Adversity 2 Timothy 1:6-12 We may not be able to control much of the adversities that we encounter in life, but we may be able to control our response by putting into practice what Paul did. Being in the ministry for over 25 years now has allowed me to see people with all kinds of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 1:6-12

Denomination: Baptist

What Kind Of Christian Are You? Dws#1 Series

Contributed by John Butler on Apr 26, 2008

We go back to the greek and learn more about the carnal Christians of Paul’s day.

What Kind of Christian Are You?... I. Carnal Christians... a) Different Levels of Maturity... 1Co 3:1 And I, brethren, could not speak unto you as unto spiritual, but as unto carnal, even as unto babes in Christ. 1Co 3:2 I have fed you with milk, and not with meat: for hitherto ye were not ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:1-4

Sent, Separated Servants Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 15, 2014

Paul reveals that Jesus wants all His followers to be like Paul - sent, separated servants.

As is probably true for many of you, the book of Romans has long been one of my favorites. Yet in nearly 25 years of ministry, I have never undertaken the task of preaching through what is certainly the greatest exposition of what it means to live as a follower of Jesus in the entire Bible. I think ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1

Denomination: Baptist