Sermons on Qualifications For Leaders:

What Were We Expecting? Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Mar 19, 2008

God’s supernatural work is more wonderful than we would dare imagine.

Introduction For all who have ached to serve God and see his kingdom advance, we must surely appreciate Oswald Smith, standing before an examining board in 1920. One dream dominated his heart – to be a missionary for Jesus. Over and over he had prayed, “Lord, I want to go and tell people of you. ...read more

Scripture: John 1:19-34

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Courageous Grace

Contributed by John Lowe on Nov 12, 2014

You know that when we do something wrong, its effects are often far reaching. Simply, sin makes an impact. In today’s story, a specific sin comes to the forefront. It is adultery.

30 September 2005 A COURAGEOUS GRACE John 8:1-8:11 INTRODUCTION: A man was in an accident, and his shoulder was slightly injured, but he decided he could "stick" the insurance company for a nice bit of money. He hired a lawyer who would go along with the plan, and they ended up in court. ...read more

Scripture: John 8:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

A Fable Of Ambition Series

Contributed by Johnny Wilson on Aug 30, 2010

Gideon's failure appears to be ambition sneaking in after he made the right original decision that poisoned Abimelech's character. Jotham's fable is a cautionary tale.

I know you’ve all heard me quote the brilliant Jewish novelist, Elie Wiesel, on many occasions. The famed author of Night and Jewish philanthropist once said, “Some stories are true that never happened.” He didn’t mean, of course, that we should chuck our healthy skepticism ...read more

Denomination: *other

The Good And Honest Heart

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jan 19, 2016

To establish that the good and honest heart hears, receives, believes, and obeys the gospel of Christ - the seed of the kingdom. This lesson describes the type of heart that will believe and obey the gospel. It also discusses a "significant emotional event."

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. The Sower (The Preacher) 2. The Seed (The Word of God) 3. The Soil (The Hearers) Introductory Remarks. 1. There is much warning in the bible to the hearers of the word of God. Jesus spoke: "of the wise and foolish hearers," Matthew 7:24-27. James declares: ...read more

Scripture: Luke 8:4-15, Matthew 13:36-43, Matthew 13:47-51

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Baptized: "for" Or "because" Of Remission? Series

Contributed by Ron Freeman, Evangelist on Jun 15, 2021

To clarify that the preposition “for” in the phrase:” for the remission of sins" does not mean "because." The Greek word "eis" means “for, into, unto, or toward” in all reputable Greek-English New Testament Interlinear. Denying this truth is aligning your faith with error.

INTRODUCTION Outline. 1. For The Remission of Sins Remarks. 1. In this lesson today, we will be discussing the prepositional phrase: “For the remission of sins." This is a revision of the ninth lesson in the sermon-series entitled: "Re-digging in Old Wells." There will be many others ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 26:28, Luke 24:46-47, Acts 2:38, Romans 3:24-26, Mark 1:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Do You Love Me?

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 27, 2007

We are to serve the Lord well.

DO YOU LOVE ME? John 21.15-25 S: Service Pr: WE ARE TO SERVE THE LORD WELL. ?: How? KW: Requirements TS: We will find in our study of John 21.15-25 two requirements we should meet in order to serve the Lord well Type: Propositional The ____ requirement is a… I. RIGHT RELATIONSHIP ...read more

Scripture: John 21:15-25

Denomination: Baptist

A Kinsman Redeemer

Contributed by William Rushing on Jun 20, 2002

This sermon looks at the role of the kinsman redeemer and relates the redeemer to Chirst. The sermon also shows three benefits of redemption.

I. Introduction a. The Story of Ruth i. Ruth 4:1-5 ii. In the Old Testament, the New is Concealed, In the New Testament, the Old is Revealed. 1. The Redemption of Ruth gives us the Testimony of Jesus. b. Reasons for Redemption i. A Relative Sold into Slavery (Lev. 25:47-49) ii. Preserve the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-15

Denomination: Baptist

Imitate Christ In Your Concern Series

Contributed by Michael Stover on Aug 2, 2007

As we are spiritually transformed by God’s Holy Spirit (Romans 12:1-2) we will show the evidence. Romans 14 shows that we will imitate Christ in our Concern for others.

IMITATE CHRIST IN YOUR CONCERN Romans 14:1-23 I. Genuine Acceptance (vs. 1-4) A. No Reservations 1. The weak in faith here is seen to be those who held to OT traditions and trappings of the Law 2. Romans 15:1 – Paul includes himself in the “WE” there, indicating that the strong in faith are those ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

God's Provision Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Apr 18, 2003

This is the 2nd study in the study "God Is On The Job". This study shows how God provides for us although we are unaware of what He is doing.

GOD’S PROVISION Ruth 2:1-23 It is hard to learn how to be satisfied with what God has given you when you start looking around and see what others have; but God tells us not to worry about God’s provision for us. Matthew 6:25-34 Our text tells us about God’s provision. God ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 2:1-23, Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Pastors Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Sep 30, 2016

Three kinds of Pastors

Hebrews. 13:1-9 Pastors – Honorable By Rev. Andrew B Natarajan Introduction: Jn. 15:16. Chosen, appointed and expect from you. Pastoral ministry is in the third order of the ministry in I Cor.12:28, whereas in Eph.4:12-14 comments as fifth order. Talents and ministry ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

A Visitation By The Lord.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on May 6, 2022

Hospitality, and a promise reiterated.

A VISITATION BY THE LORD. Genesis 18:1-10a. This passage is described as an encounter in which “the LORD” (= YHWH, Hebrew) “appeared unto” Abraham when he was having his siesta “in the heat of the day.” When he lifted up his head, suddenly, there were three men standing by him. As if waking ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 18:1-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Making A Dice Decide

Contributed by Bala Samson on Aug 29, 2023

Flipping a coin and making a dice decide for you is not the way of a Christian, or opening the Bible and keeping your finger on a verse with closed eyes is the way of the spiritually blind.

Making a dice decide “He revealeth the deep and secret things, he knoweth what is in the darkness, and light dwelleth with him” Daniel. 2:22 Flipping a coin and making a dice decide for you is not the way of a Christian, or opening the Bible and keeping your finger on a verse with closed eyes is ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 2:22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Servants Of Tables (Acts 6)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 17, 2025

What is a ministry? Let's look at Acts 6.

As the church grew, was there a need to create a ministry for physical tasks? How was this fulfilled? Did opposition continue? Let’s look at Acts 6. Was there a need for seven men to serve in a diaconate or ministry of physical duties? What were the initial qualifications for this role? What two ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Minister Of Christ Jesus Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Mar 5, 2014

Paul speaks of his ministry in Christ and what it deals with. 1- Ministry is a matter of believing in others 2- Ministry uses the avenue of writing 3- Ministry always points to Christ

INTRO.- Romans 15:15-16 “I have written you quite boldly on some points, as if to remind you of them again, because of the grace God gave me to be a minister of Christ Jesus to the Gentiles...” Paul was a minister of Christ Jesus but not many men are interested today in becoming a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 15:14-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Membership Matters Series

Contributed by Ralph Juthman on Jan 26, 2012

Membership is a COVENANT made between fellow Christians to establish and uphold one another in our journey as Christ’s disciples.

MEMBERSHIP MATTERS Ephesians 2:19 INTRODUCTION One of the most recognizable advertising motto’s says “MEMBERSHIP HAS ITS PRIVILEGES” Some of you carry a couple of cards in your wallet that give you certain privileges not available to the “general public.” One card ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19

Denomination: Pentecostal