Sermons on Philadelphia:

"don't Miss It"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Sep 12, 2022

A sermon about the opportunity to be blessed by God by blessing others.

This sermon is based in large part on a sermon by Rev. Tom Long given in 2016 called "The Open Window" “Don’t Miss It” Luke 16:19-31 What are we to make of this parable? What do you think Jesus wants us to get out of it? The word “parable” is kind of hard to define. It means a lot ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: United Methodist

All, For The One (2006)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Oct 23, 2022

Their effectiveness as Jesus' disciples would not happen by default. They would always have to work at it and pray about it.

ALL, FOR THE ONE Text: Mark 9:38-50 “One of the highlights of the college freshman biology class was the monthly feeding of a caged rattlesnake kept in the laboratory. One time, the entire class gathered around the cage and, in complete silence, watched as the feeding took place. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:38-50

Denomination: United Methodist

Sixth Church Anniversary-River Of Life Church

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Nov 3, 2022

This sermon is for a church's sixth anniversary, pastor appreciation, and recognition of special guest.

Sixth Anniversary Banquet 10/29/2022 Ephesians 3:20-21 1 Corinthians 12:12-21 We are here to celebrate the sixth anniversary of the River Of Life Church International, to celebrate Pastor Appreciation Month, and to recognize how God has used various members of the Body of Christ to help ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:20-21, 1 Corinthians 12:12-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Security Systems Series

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Nov 24, 2022

Our security in the face of an awesomely holy God is no longer in elaborate rituals and barriers but in Jesus Christ.

As you all know I flew to Minneapolis between Christmas and New Year’s. And since the terror alert is at orange, inspections are more thorough and lines are longer. Also both the Minneapolis and Philadelphia airports have X-ray machines for the checked baggage. Fortunately the standards aren’t so ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Six Words That Make A Big Difference! Series

Contributed by Tony Fox on Mar 31, 2016

Peter writes here about six things that are relevant in the Body of Christ.

Six Words that Make a Big Difference March 13, 2016 (1Peter 3:8-12) Command Baptist Church ILLUSTRATION on DIVISION – Could we agree this evening that we are living in a very disruptive and divided world? I think we can agree on that. Any thinking person can see that there is much ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-12

Denomination: Baptist

Put On Your Shoes For Tomorrow PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Dec 27, 2023

This sermon explores how faith in God opens divine doors, shapes our determined destiny, and fosters dedicated devotion, using Revelation 3:7-8 as a guide.

Good morning, beloved family of God. As we gather here today, let us remember that we are not just a collection of individuals, but a community united in faith and purpose. We are the body of Christ, each one of us a vital part of the whole. We are here today to delve into the richness of God's ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:7-8

Topics: Open Doors

"The Local Church Is It Necessary In The Life Of The Christian”

Contributed by Jim Mazzulla on Apr 6, 2004

True we are called by Christ to the church worldwide (of which all of us are a part of), but we are also called by Christ to an individual local church TOO!

“The local church is it necessary in the life of the Christian” True we are called by Christ to the church worldwide (of which all of us are a part of), but we are also called by Christ to an individual local church TOO! What I mean by a local church (Gk. Ekklesia) is not a building, but a ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:25, 1 Corinthians 14:23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Church At Ephesus Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007

Bible study series on Revelation

REVELATION Ephesus 2:1-7 Pastor Brian Matherlee September 12, 2007 Remember the letter of Revelation would have been read in every church in its entirety. The people of Ephesus would have heard what God was saying to Philadelphia and vice-versa. Lest we feel too badly or too good about our ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-7

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Meaning Of The Seven Churches In The Book Of Revelation

Contributed by Lay Man on Jun 8, 2015

To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: These are the words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand and walks among the seven golden lampstands. – Revelation 2:1

To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: These are the words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand and walks among the seven golden lampstands. – Revelation 2:1 A viewpoint held in our day as almost as factual and unalterable is the belief that the seven churches in ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Great Falling Away Series

Contributed by Martin Holland on Oct 19, 2012

The Bible says in these last days there will be a falling away and the last Church in the book of Revelation is a picture of exactly that.

The Great Falling Away Rev. 3:14-22 The city of Laodicea was located 40 miles southeast of Philadelphia. The church is a picture of this present church age. The age is referred to the age of apostasy. This is the only Church that does not receive any commendation from the Lord. The Lord ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Baptist

Heart Condition

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Sep 27, 2011

We all have heart trouble!

Matthew 15:19 “For out of the heart proceed evil thoughts, murders, adulteries, fornications, thefts, false witness, blasphemies:” Prov 27:19 As in water face reflects face, So the heart of man reflects man. Prov 15:13 A joyful heart makes a cheerful face, But when the heart is sad, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 6:18

Denomination: Baptist

Success Is Born On Both Sides Of The Street

Contributed by Darrell Williams on Nov 19, 2019

Success can be found in many different places.

The movie Pride takes place in 1974 and life is not easy for a black male, even a college-educated one like Jim Ellis (Terrence Howard), to find employment. Struggling to find anything better, Jim, a former competitive swimmer, accepts the job of dismantling the decrepit Marcus Foster Recreation ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:19-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Called To Bless.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 11, 2024

"Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing."

CALLED TO BLESS. 1 Peter 3:8-15a. Peter names five virtues whereby we might be a blessing to one another (1 PETER 3:8). (i). Like-mindedness; i.e. living in harmony with one another. Being willing to submit ourselves to one another in godly love (cf. Ephesians 5:21). (ii). Compassion; i.e. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:8-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Revival From Death To Life Series

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 28, 2021

What does the spread of the Gospel have to do with revival?

What does the spread of the Gospel have to do with revival? From Pentecost until today, the Gospel has brought revival from death to life. Life-giving renewal spread to Antioch, Athens, Babylon, Berea, Caesarea, Cenchrea, Colossae, Corinth, Crete, Cyrene, Damascus, Derbe, Ephesus, Hierapolis, ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Broad Street Bullies Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Jun 8, 2012

A study of the book of Judges 9: 1 – 57

Judges 9: 1 – 57 The Broad Street Bullies Then Abimelech the son of Jerubbaal went to Shechem, to his mother’s brothers, and spoke with them and with all the family of the house of his mother’s father, saying, 2 “Please speak in the hearing of all the men of Shechem: ...read more

Scripture: Judges 9:1-57

Denomination: Calvary Chapel