Sermons on Pauls Testimony:

The Character Of True Commitment

Contributed by Donnie Martin on Feb 6, 2010

This message, using the backdrop of Paul's shipwreck on Melita, reveals some principles of commitment to Christ.

The Character Of True Commitment Text: Acts 27:9-10, 22-25 Intro: The word “committed” is found but twice in Acts chapters 27 and 28. And even there it does not refer to the Christian’s commitment to God. However, I find in these two chapters, a number of principles of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Conduct Yourselves Series

Contributed by Jefferson Williams on Jun 5, 2023

Paul turns his attention to the Philippians and commands them to conduct their behavior in line with their beliefs

Technicolor Joy: A Study in Philippians Philippians 1:27-30 Pastor Jefferson M. Williams Chenoa Baptist Church 6-04-2023 Alexander the Great Alexander the Great was one of the greatest military generals who ever lived. One night when he couldn’t sleep, he got up and wandered around the ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:27-30

Denomination: Baptist

The Tasks Of A Missionary

Contributed by Joel Santos on Oct 28, 2004

Paul’s goal in visiting various churches: To encourage and strengthen the saints so that they may stay true to the Lord and be effective witness. And to finish taking up the collections for the needy believers in Jerusalem.

Introduction Illustration: A Missionary in Africa was once asked if he really liked what he was doing. His response was shocking. "Do I like this work?" he said. "No, my wife and I do not like dirt. We have reasonably refined sensibilities. We do not like crawling into vile huts through goat ...read more

Scripture: Acts 20:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Of Good Cheer, A Strange Request

Contributed by Marvin Walker on Dec 2, 2004

Many lessons can be learned from Paul’s shipwreck experience, Life can be full of heartache, disappointment, and grief; but we still have abundant reason to "BE OF GOOD CHEER."

There is nothing righteous about a gloomy, despondent, pessimistic attitude in a believer. In fact, these things are the opposite of righteousness. Those who honor God the most are those who walk before Him with a cheerful heart, full of joy, believing His precious word and rejoicing in His ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:10-25

Denomination: Baptist

Christian A&p 101: Nourishment & Communication Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Oct 5, 2005

Sermon 3 in a series of 4 sermons reflecting on Paul’s favorite description of the Church as the Body of Christ. In this sermon we examine how members participate in the sharing of nourishment and information in the body.

CHRISTIAN A & P 101: COMMUNICATION & NOURISHMENT Ephesians 4: 1-7; 11- 16 1. Over the past two Sunday we have been examining Paul’s favorite description of the Church as the Body of Christ and my purpose has been to highlight at least 4 aspects of our human anatomy and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: United Methodist

Mystery Revealed Series

Contributed by Jim Black on Feb 7, 2003

Focus: Paul’s mission was to reveal the fact that God has broken down the walls which divide and made all one in Christ; a mission which he also gives to the church.

Mystery Revealed Ephesians 3:1-3 Focus: Paul’s mission was to reveal the fact that God has broken down the walls which divide and made all one in Christ; a mission which he also gives to the church. Function: To challenge the church to take up Paul’s challenge to reveal the manifold wisdom ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Get Right With God (Sermon #3) Series

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Dec 12, 2003

Paul gives another secret of real joy -- how to get right with God. Paul examines several ways he COULD try, and rejects each of them in favor of real FAITH.

Sermon #3: Get Right Before God 4 ¶ Though I might also have confidence in the flesh. If any other man thinketh that he hath whereof he might trust in the flesh, I more: 5 Circumcised the eighth day, of the stock of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, an Hebrew of the Hebrews; as touching the law, ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-11

Denomination: Holiness

Keep Moving Forward For Christ!

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 31, 2007

God wants us to keep moving forward for Jesus Christ. And as we take another look at Paul’s first missionary journey, we can see how to do it.

Keep Moving Forward for Christ! Acts 14:19-23 Sermon by Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church - May 23, 2007 *God works in mysterious ways. About 20 years ago, out of the blue, God called Gary and Linda to go to Nashville, where he would go to work for the Gideons. They were such good folks and ...read more

Scripture: Acts 14:19-23, Acts 14:19

Denomination: Baptist

How To Overflow In Rich Generosity

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Feb 20, 2007

The way the churches in Macedonia responded to helping the Christians in Jerusalem is a guide for the living and giving of all Christians. Paul’s instruction to the Christians in Corinth can be our guide to “Overflowing in Rich Generosity.”

How to Overflow in Rich Generosity -Discover the Grace of Giving- II Corinthians 8:1-7 I want you to turn to the person sitting next to you and say one word, “Stewardship.” Ask each other what the first word is that comes to your mind. A steward is a “guardian,” “manager,” “provider,” II ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-7

Denomination: Free Methodist

Freedom, It Comes Apart From Law (Part One) Series

Contributed by Robert Odle on Jun 15, 2002

Paul now begins to unpack his Grand Proposition (2:15-21). In 3:1-18, Paul supports the first part of his proposition: legalism is not the SOURCE of human justification.

Freedom, It Comes Apart from Law (Part One) (Galatians 3:1-5) Theme: As faith justifies a human being, justification morally obligates that human being. Purpose: What do I want to happen in the hearer when I preach this sermon? A. Increased knowledge. After I preach this sermon, the hearer ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Introduction Sermon - Colossians Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 19, 2012

Paul writes a tremendous teaching letter to the believers in Colossae, but it carries transcendent truth to this day... let’s look at an overview of what He has to say in this GREAT letter by the Apostle Paul!

Colossians Overview September 19, 2012 Oak Park Baptist Church – Wed Bible Study Series Colossians 1-4 (Overview/Introductory Sermon/Teaching) Colossians 1:23 [NLT] 23But you must continue to believe this truth and stand firmly in it. Don’t drift away from the assurance you received when you heard ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:23

Denomination: Baptist

The Reformation...today

Contributed by Stephen Becker on Nov 25, 2007

Looking at Galatians, how it impacted Luther and how Paul’s message continue to apply to Christians today, regarding our lives, our values and our freedom (from sin) in Christ.

“The Reformation…Today” Galatians 5:1-6 Reformation Sunday, October 29, 2006 Stephen Becker St. Peter’s Lutheran Church (1) For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery. (2) Look: I, Paul, say to you that if you accept circumcision, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

From Death To Life Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Apr 24, 2010

Paul persecuted Christians of the early church with a ferocious intensity. That is until he encountered Jesus. Meeting Jesus turned Paul's life around. He, who was dead, experienced new life.

Acts 9:1-6 “From Death to Life” INTRODUCTION Almost all of us have experienced a life changing event in our lives. The people who worked at the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001 (but missed being at work that morning) share that their lives have been changed. For many of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

Is It Worth It?

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Sep 11, 2007

Is it worth it to follow Christ? Is it worth it to live faithfully? Is it worth it to give faithfully? Paul’s answer is, "I consider that our present sufferings are not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us."

This message is based on three verses: Romans 8:18, 26, 28. The Bible states that those who sell out to Jesus Christ have the power of God at work within them. We’re not going to be living perfect lives. All of our lives, we’re going to be saying with Paul, "Wretched man that I am! Who will set me ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-28

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing The Best Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 27, 2013

Paul penned this letter to the Philippians from a prison. Yet he was overjoyed at how God was his adverse circumstances to advance the Gospel. Paul's joy was completely centered in His realtionship with Jesus.

Intro: An old dog was watching a young dog chase his tail. The young dog stopped to rest, and told the older dog, “I believe happiness is in my tail, and if I catch it, then I will have happiness!” The older, wiser dog said, “I caught mine once. . . and I found out that happiness ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-11

Denomination: Baptist