Sermons on Righteousness:

What Were The Dominant Doctrines Taught By The First And Second Century Church Fathers?

Contributed by Dr. Craig Nelson on Jul 23, 2025

An insightful look at what the earliest Church Fathers believed and taught

It is commonly believed with supporting documents that the Coptic Church of Egypt is the oldest established organized church in the world, dating back to sometime between AD 42 and 50. According to Eusebius of Caesarea, as well as Coptic traditions, the Apostle Mark is said to have been the founder ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:3-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are You Good Enough?

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on May 19, 2025

Jesus met a young man who thought he kept the entire Law. Most people believe they are going to heaven when they die, and they base their conclusion on being a morally good person. But, is anyone really good enough to go to heaven?

I have entitled our message this morning “Are You Good Enough?” And the question for us to consider today is this: “Is anyone good enough to go to heaven?” An article from the Los Angeles Times says, “An overwhelming majority of Americans continue to believe that there is life after death and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

Naaman

Contributed by David Dailey on Jun 12, 2001

Leprosy and sin have some things in common

NAAMAN II Kings 5:1 - Now Naaman captain of the host of the King of Syria was a great man with his master, and honourable because by him the Lord had given deliverance unto Syria: He was also a mighty man in valour, but he was a leper. Let’s take a look at Naaman. He had the favor of the King. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Don't Go To War Without Your Armor

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on May 3, 2004

you will learn that Jesus did not leave you alone or unprotected when He left to be with the Father. But He has supplied everything we need to stand after every battle and give us the victory.

When a soldier goes to war He would not even dream of going without the essential things that has been given to him in order to survive and be victorious. Likewise in God’s kingdom God has equipped us with all that we need to destroy the attacks of the enemy and come out victorious at the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Deliverance By Christ Series

Contributed by Wesley Bishop on Oct 16, 2004

This series is based on A. M. Hills book "Holiness in the Book of Romans."

Deliverance by Christ Paul has discussed how Adam messed it up for everyone by sinning and bringing death into the world. He has talked about the in the flesh we can’t save ourselves. “I do what I do not want to do.” In 7:24, Paul asked, “Wretched man that I am! Who will deliver me from this ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-4

Denomination: Wesleyan

We Who Are Strong

Contributed by Glen Lawhun on Nov 6, 2004

We who are strong ought to bear with, help and encourage those who are weak, what every it takes, to help them avoid the awful consequences of losing their Christian life.

We who are strong… Romans 14:14 thru Romans 15:3 1. Romans 14:14-17 a. …there is nothing unclean of itself… (I Tim 4:4) When it comes to food, everything can be used for food if thanks is given. Often we as Christians forget to give thanks to God and sometimes our bodies reject food that is meant ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Holy Weaponry: Taking A Stand In This Last Hour

Contributed by Bobby Cagle on Dec 30, 2003

This Sermon Exposes Satan by causing the Saints of God to realize the power they have, through Christ, in their “Holy Weaponry.”

Holy Weaponry: Taking A Stand In This Last Hour Introduction: Read Ephesians 6:10-18: Theme: Taking a stand against the enemy, Satan, with our ordained Holy Weapons of Warfare. Aim: Exposing Satan by causing the Saints of God to realize the power they have, through Christ, in their “Holy ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18

Denomination: Pentecostal

No Shirt, No Shoes, No Service

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Mar 9, 2001

Being sure we are not spiritually underdressed.

No Shirt, No Shoes, No Service I am sure that you have seen that sign at many establishments. Some signs say that you must have a coat and tie. If you are fortunate, they have loaners. One restaurant here in Mesquite promises to cut your tie off if you show up with one. There are black tie ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 61:10, Matthew 22:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

How To Utilize Your Freedom In Christ

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

1. Know that our freedom in Christ is given not for selfish reasons, but to through love to serve one another.

1. Know that our freedom in Christ is given not for selfish reasons, but to through love to serve one another. Paul had to remind the carnal Galatians of this fact when he wrote, "For freedom Christ has set us free; stand fast therefore, and do not turn your freedom into an opportunity for the ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

What Are Your Priorities

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

What Are Your Priorities? (Rom. 6:16)

What Are Your Priorities? (Rom. 6:16) Illustration:Haddon Robinson points out that one old recipe for rabbit started out with this injunction: "First catch the rabbit." Says Robinson: "The writer knew how to put first things first. That’s what we do when we establish priorities -- we put the ...read more

Scripture: Romans 6:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

"The Paradox Of Persecution" Series

Contributed by Bruce Hamsher on Aug 6, 2002

How to recognize spiritual persecution as a blessing.

“The Paradox of Persecution” Matthew 5:10-12 Beatitudes - #8 Intro: It is safe to say that if you follow and are obedient to the progression of the Beatitudes, you will experience some sort of persecution. -If you are “Poor in Spirit” people will think you are being ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:10-12

Denomination: Mennonite

The Work Of The Holy Spirit / Part 1 Series

Contributed by Mark Beaird on Mar 25, 2003

In order to consider the unlimited power and work of the Holy Spirit let us look at the various works of the Holy Spirit that Jesus told us that He would accomplish in our lives.

THE WORK OF THE HOLY SPIRIT © 4/2001 Mark Beaird 2 PART SERIES / Part 1 Text: John 16:7-11 Throughout the centuries there have been debates and misunderstandings concerning the person and work of the Holy Spirit. Some think of The Holy Spirit as an “it”, an impersonal being or a “divine force.” ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Word "Believeth"

Contributed by John Kohler on Jan 16, 2003

This message examines the meaning of the word "believeth" in the New Testament.

The Word Believeth The word "believeth" appears in the King James Version New Testament a total of 40 times. In nearly all of these cases, it is translated from the Greek verb "pisteuo." This present tense verb does not refer to a one-time spiritual action, but to a continual or habitual ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:16

Denomination: Baptist

Law Or Grace? You Choose Series

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Aug 23, 2005

Man in his sinful state in total isolation from God ~longingly looking back into the past in the Garden of Eden, but in our own strength never able to achieve that fellowship or level of intimacy with God!

An acronym of Grace is God’s rescue at Christ’s Expense You could say that it is the greatest rescue mission ever undertaken. Man in his sinful state in total isolation from God ~longingly looking back into the past in the Garden of Eden, but in our own strength never able to achieve that ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-3

Denomination: Pentecostal

Oh, To Be Filled

Contributed by Ron Hicks on Sep 13, 2005

Tired of trying it in your own strength? Received the Holy Ghost since you have believed? Why not?

OH, TO BE FILLED Acts 19:2 Have ye received the Holy Ghost since ye believed? Why is it so important to be filled with the Holy Ghost? Why is it so important for God’s Spirit to be in you? Several reasons and we may discuss them this morning, but the main reason is that: People are won to the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:2

Denomination: Assembly Of God