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The Gospel Church @ Ephesus

Contributed by Aubrey Vaughan on Oct 3, 2009

THIS SERMON UNPACKS THE LETTER TO THE CHURCH @ EPHESUS AND APPLIES IT TO THE CHURCH IN THE 21ST CENTURY. YOUR CHURCH...........

TOO THE CHURCH IN EPHESUS REV. 2: 1-8. DOES GOD CARE FOR HIS CHURCH? SOMETIMES WE MAY FEEL THAT GOD IS DISTANT – IN THE LIFE OF THE CHURCH, THAT GOD IS SOME HOW NO LONGER INTERESTED IN OUR CIRCUMSTANCES (IT WAS A WONDERFUL HONEYMOON BUT IN THE MARRIAGE GOD SEEMS TO BE ABSENT). DO WE LONG ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

Who Is Or Who Are The Walking Twice Dead?

Contributed by Chris Swanson on May 12, 2024

Today we read about the dangers of false teaching and the duty to fight for the truth of God.

Jude wrote this letter to warn believers of false teachers (Colossians 2:4) that were teaching the Christians that they could do what they wanted without fear of reprisal from God. Many believers in today's churches may still act in this manner. We need to heed the warning of these false ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Servant

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Nov 19, 2004

In the opening verses of this letter Paul introduces himself to the believers in Rome. When he wrote this letter he had never been to Rome, so naturally he gave a brief description of himself and his special status in the church.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: John Kenneth Galbraith, in his autobiography, A Life in Our Times, illustrates the devotion of Emily Gloria Wilson, his family’s housekeeper: “It had been a wearying day, and I asked Emily to hold all telephone calls while I had a nap. Shortly thereafter the phone rang. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Introduction To Philippians Series

Contributed by Vernon L Caruthers on Apr 12, 2006

This is the 1st sermon in a series of sermons to follow on the New Testament book of Philippians. Of all the letters Paul wrote, this letter to the Philippians reveals Paul’s inner most feelings and personality. Paul had a deep love for these people --- a

<>< <>< "An Introduction to the Book of Philippians:" <>< <>< Scripture Reference: Philippians 1: 1- ’Paul and Timotheus, the servants of Jesus Christ, to all the saints in Christ Jesus which are at Philippi, with the bishops and deacons." Introduction: 1:) The apostle Paul wrote 13 of the 27 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1

It's Time For The Church To Wake Up! PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Jan 2, 2024

Explores spiritual alertness, discernment, and preparation for spiritual warfare, as guided by Apostle Paul's letter to the Romans.

Good morning, cherished brothers and sisters in Christ. We gather here today, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are knit together by the common thread of our faith, and it is a joy to share this sacred space and time with you. Today, we turn our hearts and minds to the Apostle Paul's ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:11-14

Topics: Seeing Beyond, Eyes See

Frustration!

Contributed by Bruce Hindenburg on Jul 9, 2002

A look at frustration (and its cure) through the eyes of St. Paul in his letter to the Romans.

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and from our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Amen. Frustration. How many of you here today have been frustrated in the past week? How many of you have suffered some form of frustration even this morning? Did anybody pull out in front of you when you ...read more

Scripture: Romans 7:15-25, Matthew 11:25-30

Denomination: Lutheran

11. Message In 1 Peter – Number 11 – Closing The Letter With A Fond Farewell (1 Peter 5:12-14) Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Nov 8, 2025

Farewell until we meet again. Today we think about the closing remarks in Peter’s first letter as we open up the final three verses. The end of a letter usually states the last important thoughts of the writer he wishes to convey to the readers. We look at that. May God bless us all.

11. Message in 1 Peter – Number 11 – CLOSING THE LETTER WITH A FOND FAREWELL (1 Peter 5:12-14) [A]. AND A FOND FAREWELL It is sometimes claimed that a person’s last words are their most significant. At times there have been those bizarre incidents of reading out in public, a deceased’s ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30, 1 Peter 5:12, Matthew 10:42, 1 Corinthians 4:17, Colossians 4:7, Matthew 25:23, 1 Peter 5:13, 1 Corinthians 9:5, 1 Corinthians 13:4-8, 1 Peter 5:14, John 14:27  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Family Matters

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 29, 2004

Paul closes this letter with some good tecahing about the family. (1 Thessalonians pt - 6)

“Family Matters” 1 Thessalonians Part Six 5:12-28 Today is our sixth and final message from Paul’s letter to the Christians in Thessalonica. We have learned much from this letter that Paul wrote nearly 2,000 years ago to a group of believers who were relatively new in the faith. They have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-14, 1 Thessalonians 5:11-23

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lesson 27 - The Believer’s Present Relation To Satan: Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 7, 2018

The closing portion of Paul’s letter contains his account of this conflict of the Christian with the forces of evil.

Commentary on the Book of Ephesians By: Tom Lowe Date: 2/11/18 Lesson 27: The Believer’s Present Relation to Satan: Spiritual Warfare (Ephesians 6:10-20) 10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might. 11 Put on the whole armour of God, that ye may be able to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-20

Denomination: Baptist

Only Two Ways To Live

Contributed by Brian Bill on Dec 30, 2024

The pursuit of holy living is the pathway to a happy life.

Only Two Ways to Live Psalm 1:1-6 Rev. Brian Bill December 28-29, 2024 I want to begin with a question to see how well you know your Bible. Q: What did Adam say to his wife on December 31st? A: It’s New Year’s, Eve. How many of you plan to make a New Year’s Resolution for 2025? I talked to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

I've Got The Joy Series

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Oct 27, 2007

The first sermon in a 4 week series looking at Paul’s Letter to the Philippians, a study about joy.

I’ve got the Joy Phil. 1:1-14 Intro: Ask: Who went to children’s camp as a child? Who went to youth camp? Who had to wait until they were an adult to go to camp? (That’s me!) I’ve got a song that I’m sure if you have been to camp, you may know…sing “I’ve got the joy, joy, joy” and stop on “I’m so ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Jet Stream

Contributed by Terry Costaris on Oct 18, 2000

Please review the following portion of scripture before reading the sermon.

Please review the following portion of scripture before reading the sermon. James 4:13-17 13 Come now, you who say, "Today or tomorrow we will go to such and such a city, spend a year there, buy and sell, and make a profit"; 14 whereas you do not know what will happen tomorrow. For what is our ...read more

Scripture: James 4:13-17

Who Are Angels, A Study Guide

Contributed by Anthony Smith on Nov 16, 2003

A guide to angelic beings that will be helpful in getting young christians to read.

What or who are Angels? A study guide. The unseen forces of God that live to do His will. The Strongs Dictionary says that angels are the messangers of God. But there is more. The Bible tells us that ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 28:13-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christian Responsibility

Contributed by Paul George on May 8, 2003

Most Christians agree daily reading of the Bible is a right and responsibility

A CHRISTIAN RIGHT AND RESPONSIBILITY Acts 17:11 Most Christians agree in order to assure spiritual growth Christians should read the Bible daily. They should verify what they have been taught. Luke tells us the Bereans were more noble-mind in their character shown by their open-mindedexamination ...read more

Scripture: Acts 17:11

Denomination: Holiness

My Eyes Have Seen

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

1. Tell story, then read Scripture Mary was a single mother.

1. Tell story, then read Scripture Mary was a single mother. She had to provide for her children and at the same time she wanted to be there to take care of her kids. To accomplish both goals she decided that she would clean houses. The two older girls, Cindy and Laura, helped as much as they ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-35

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed