Sermons on Responsibilities To Government:

Bring Three To Vbs

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 4, 2003

It is not your responsibility to save souls; it’s your responsibility to share.

A. INTRODUCTION 1. Outreach. Why has God blessed Thomas Road Baptist Church for 46 years? 2. Inward focus. What is our greatest threat? "One of the most devastating things that happens in Church Growth is the shift from reaching out, to reaching in." 3. Intentional. Will evangelism come ...read more

Scripture: Acts 5:28

Denomination: Baptist

The Power Of The Tongue That Teaches Series

Contributed by Daniel Colvin on Feb 20, 2004

We have a responsility to teach and disciple, with that responsibility we must be responsible.

The Power of the Tongue that Teaches James 3:1,2a Introduction That fleshy, movable, muscular organ, attached in most vertebrates to the floor of the mouth, that is the principal organ of taste, an aid in chewing and swallowing, and, in humans, an important organ of speech. It is also known for ...read more

Scripture: James 3:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Dear Babby

Contributed by Bruce Smalley on Aug 23, 2012

An article written in response to a "Dear Abby" letter and response in the local newspaper.

Time for another “Dear Babby” column -- this time with an alternative response to the “letter” and “answer”: DEAR BABBY: My son let me know this past year that he is a kleptomaniac. My first reaction was to tell him it was OK. (I had already suspected that he ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Beyond Citizenship

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Dec 31, 2007

Authority comes from God and applies to the way we regard our government and others who are in positions of authority.

Where do citizenship and Christianity meet? Millions have struggled with this question. A vocal minority in our nation seems bent on convincing us that they never should meet – that a person’s religious convictions shouldn’t interfere with his civil life. Should the President talk about his ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Serving God By Submitting To Gov't

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

WE ARE TO SERVE GOD BY SUBMITTING TO THE CIVIL GOVERNMENT, RECOGNIZING THAT ITS POWER AND AUTHORITY ARE FROM GOD 1.

WE ARE TO SERVE GOD BY SUBMITTING TO THE CIVIL GOVERNMENT, RECOGNIZING THAT ITS POWER AND AUTHORITY ARE FROM GOD 1. General Rule: As a General Rule, We are to Submit to Those in Authority Over Us; Why? a. Resisting the authority = rebellion against God b. To avoid hurting ourselves c. To free us ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

I Can't Hear You

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Jan 9, 2001

Funeral message for Mr. William Powell Garrett, our Minister of Music and an official of Montgomery County Government

Scripture: Philippians 4:1, 3-9 Message: I CAN’T HEAR YOU I want to ask our children’s choir to help me with the message today. I want to ask all of you a question. Whenever you would come up here to sing, and you would start out, what did Mr. Garrett always say to you? What did he shout out ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

When Ordinary People Give

Contributed by Kevin Higgins on Jan 26, 2003

Here are four principles that should govern the way ordinary people like you and me give to the Lord.

1 Chronicles 21:18-25 When Ordinary People Give Today in our service I want to share with you four principles that ought to guide your giving. Our services are going to be a little different this morning because during the course of the sermon you will be hearing some personal accounts from some ...read more

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 21:18-25

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Of Submission Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Oct 23, 2007

Our lifestyle, including our attitude and actions toward the government, will either glorify or shame the name of Christ.

Our Identity: We are people who do not BELONG to this world. “Dear friends, I urge you, as aliens and strangers in the world…” (v. 11a). “Aliens” = a permanently resident alien (example: a Permanent Resident, formerly known as a Landed Immigrant, in Canada). “Strangers” = a foreigner who is only ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-17

Denomination: Baptist

Honoring Others By Submitting To Them

Contributed by Jeff Simms on Oct 24, 2005

How we should seek to be good example and to submit to authority figures in our lives such as the governement and employeer

SBC Philippi 10/23/05 7 pm Rev. Jeff Simms Honoring God By Submitting to Others 1 Peter 2:11-20 Primary Purpose: Peter encourages us in our daily walk to honor God in our relationships in the world, with the government and in our work. Introduction Having told us that we are now a people for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 2:11-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Stages Of Faith Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Feb 29, 2012

We will close out this chapter looking at the stages of faith as seen in the life of a government official of Jesus’ day.

Tonight we will finish up chapter 4 of John. We’ve now gotten away from the story of the woman at the well. Last week we talked about how we show evidence of our faith when we honor Jesus, when we welcome him into our lives, and finally when we receive Him. Tonight we will close out this chapter ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-54

Denomination: Baptist

The Second Beast: A False Prophet Series

Contributed by Jerry Cosper on Jul 11, 2012

The problem that the antichrist will face in the end time will be that of trying to get everyone motivated to be loyal to one world government.

Every person must have something that motivates them in life; something that causes you to get up in the morning—something that excites you. That may be a job, family, school, sport, girlfriend, car, house, land, money, or power. A person has to have something to drive them. The problem ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 13:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

Do People See The Face Of Christ In Us?

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 28, 2018

What do you do when you are being ground between the wheels of governments mired in error?

Ss Philip and James 2018 Reformation/Revolution There’s a beautiful icon from the early part of the last millennium that shows a visualization of the Trinity. The Father is pictured looking to His left, and the Son is pictured looking to His right, and the Holy Spirit is right between. The ...read more

Scripture: John 14:6-14

Denomination: Catholic

Sermon On The Golden Mean

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 2, 2024

Ethics are defined as the principles of conduct governing an individual or group. It can include a consciousness of moral importance or principles.

Potter Stewart, a former Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States once remarked: “Ethics is knowing the difference between what you have a right to do and what is right to do.” 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 reminds us: “Or do you not know that the unrighteous will not inherit the kingdom ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Romans 13:8-10, Proverbs 11:1, Matthew 7:12

Church Job Descriptions

Contributed by Jim Drake on Apr 2, 2007

Within the local church today, there are certain role-specific responsibilities. The pastor has the responsibility to shepherd the flock. The flock has a responsibility of submission and sobriety. Ultimately, God has the responsibility to give eternal

1. The first job description in the church is for the position of shepherd. (5:1-4) 2. The second job description in the church is for the position of sheep. (5:5-9) 3. The third job description in the church is for the position of Chief Shepherd. (5:10-11) 1 PETER 5:1-11 What is the church? Is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

We Must Give Account To God

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 14, 2025

One of the greatest realities of our Christian journey is the certainty that we must all stand before God to give account.

WE MUST GIVE ACCOUNT TO GOD By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Romans 14:12 "So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God." Supporting Texts: 2 Corinthians 5:10, Ecclesiastes 12:14, Matthew 12:36, Hebrews 4:13 INTRODUCTION: One of the greatest realities of our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 14:12

Denomination: Assembly Of God