Sermons on Romans 8:1-12:7:

Our God Is Greater

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Dec 15, 2019

John declared that the God within us is greater than the god of this world. Paul revealed that if God was for us, who or what could possibly come against us? These two statements reveal attributes of God that complement each other, and provide comfort and assurance for believers.

Our God is Greater 1 John 4:4; Romans 8:31 Today I would like to conclude the series dealing with profound statements in the Bible by actually considering two statements from different Apostles. These two statements are personal favorites, having brought much comfort to my life over the years. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:4, Romans 8:31

Denomination: Baptist

Words My Mark

Contributed by G W Bill Elliott Jr on Dec 23, 2019

I know… the saying is, “Mark My Words”, but this is my way of helping you see what I saw… learn what I observed, and hopefully get your marks all in the right places… working for you… not working against you.

I know… the saying is, “Mark My Words”, but this is my way of helping you see what I saw… learn what I observed, and hopefully get your marks all in the right places… working for you… not working against you. Marks? See… getting through life unscathed is quite a daunting task. Now, unscathed ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2, John 6:27, 2 Corinthians 1:22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Choice Of Gentiles In The Scriptural Prophesies Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Dec 30, 2019

Paul finishes his argument that Israel’s unbelief is not inconsistent with God’s plan of redemption by using the Old Testament to show that her unbelief reflects exactly what the prophets recorded and that it is consistent with God’s prerequisite of faith.

(33) The Choice of Gentiles in the Scriptural Prophesies Romans 9:25-33 25 As He says also in Hosea: “I will call them My people, who were not My people, And her beloved, who was not beloved.” 26 “And it shall come to pass in the place where it was said to them, ‘You are not My people,’ There ...read more

Scripture: Romans 9:25-33

Denomination: Baptist

Waiting And Ready For Heaven Series

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Dec 30, 2019

The dreaded waiting room - filled with anticipation and uncertainty. What if you could take away that uncertainty - knowing what the outcome was going to be? Great! That's what God does as we wait for heaven. He reveals the outcome and it's glorious!

Do you enjoy the waiting room? I’ve had a lot of experience in waiting rooms throughout the years. As nice and comfortable as hospitals and doctors’ offices attempt to make them, I don’t know of anyone who really looks forward to sitting in a waiting room. It is always a place filled with ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-30

Denomination: Lutheran

The King Keeps His People Safe Series

Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Dec 30, 2019

How can you be sure? When it comes to heaven, how can you be sure that you’re going to make it? Christ the King gives us the sure confidence that heaven awaits us as he turns us to the power of his love in the past, present and future.

How can I be sure? You’re looking at the sign that says “Best Price Guaranteed” but how can you really be sure? So you pull out your phone and go to Amazon just to make sure that you’re really getting what you were promised. You stand there looking at a car or a new appliance. You want to make ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31-39

Denomination: Lutheran

Realistically Optimistic

Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Dec 30, 2019

According to Statista, a leading survey company, in 2013, 50% of adult Americans considered themselves optimistic. As we get ready to step into the new year, let's see if we can do something to shift our thinking to being realistically optimistic more often.

REALISTICALLY OPTIMISTIC According to Statista, a leading survey company, in 2013, 50% of adult Americans considered themselves optimistic. Only 4% identified as pessimists and 43% said they were somewhere in between. 3% declined to identify as anything. I'm interested to know how often those ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-18, Romans 12:2, Philippians 4:8, Jeremiah 29:4-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Contending For The Faith

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Dec 31, 2019

"The faith once for all entrusted to the saints" is under attack inside and outside of the church. We are called to contend for that faith. What reward is in store for those who do so?

Contending For The Faith Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … Jude 1:24-25 “To Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you before His glorious presence without fault and with great joy – “To the only God our Savior be glory, majesty, power and ...read more

Scripture: Jude 1:1-3, Jude 1:24-25, Ephesians 2:20, John 8:12, Romans 12:2, 1 Peter 5:8, 1 Peter 3:15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

The Christian Response To Persecution Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jan 4, 2020

If and when we are persecuted, how shall we resond?

The Christian Response to Persecution Acts 4:23-31 In America, where I live, we formally have freedom to worship and express our religious views. I use the word “formally” because there is increasing erosion to these freedoms. We have not suffered the severe persecution our Christian brothers ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:23-31, Romans 8:28, 2 Timothy 3:12, 1 Corinthians 10:13, 1 Corinthians 2:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

New Year's Groanings

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jan 5, 2020

While this world is no longer the one that “God pronounced very good,” Romans 8:18-27 states we as Christians can experience unspeakable joy while living on this earth when we allow our groaning to focus not on our current suffering but on the glory we are about to receive!

New Year’s Groanings Romans 8:18-27 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 Ever since God announced a curse upon this world it has been incredibly difficult to survive and thrive amongst the “thorns” of life. Living through the pain of violence, disease, starvation, ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:18-27

Denomination: Baptist

God In The Flesh

Contributed by Kerry Haynes on Jan 5, 2020

The Apostle John reveals a Jesus who is our way, our truth, and our life, who gives us purpose, meaning, connection, and endurance in this new year.

John 1:1-14, 18 God in the Flesh Sometimes Christmas comes and goes, and we wonder, “What was all the fuss about?” All the shopping, the traffic, the shows, and glitter and glamor and wrapping paper. And now the New Year, with resolutions, diet plans, and credit card bills! What does it all ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14, John 1:18, John 8:12, John 18:37-38, Romans 10:9-10, John 14:6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is God's Answer Sermon Iv: Salvation By Grace Through Faith Is A Matter Of The Heart Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Jan 6, 2020

LORD God communicated His love to the world in His Son Jesus Christ. Now is the time for sinners saved by His grace to communicate love for God and His Son by confessing with our mouths and believing with all our hearts.

SALVATION BY GRACE THROUGH FAITH IS A MATTER OF THE HEART Give me that me that man that is not passion’s slave, and I will wear him in my heart’s core, ay, in my ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-13

New Years - A Change For The Better

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Jan 8, 2020

Here are three suggestions, three ways, how each of us can make a change for the better in our life.

MELVIN M. NEWLAND, MINISTER RIDGE CHAPEL, KANSAS, OK A CHANGE FOR THE BETTER TEXT: Philippians 3:10-14 (Phillips); Romans 12:4-5 (Msg) ILL. Years ago, a man ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:10-14, Romans 12:4-5, Ephesians 2:19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Upon Us Series

Contributed by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid on Jan 8, 2020

Greetings in the Holy Name Of Jesus Yahshuah, My sisters and brothers, let the mercy of God truly follow us ...

UPON US by Dr. Gale A. Ragan-Reid (January 8, 2020) “Let thy mercy, O Lord, be upon us, according as we hope in thee.” (Psalm 33: 22 King James Version [KJV]). Greetings in the Holy Name Of Jesus Yahshuah, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:22, Isaiah 61:1, Psalm 23:6, 2 Corinthians 12:20-21, Romans 6:23, Matthew 15:14, Romans 11:1-36  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Friends

In Remembrance Of Me

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 8, 2020

Each month we take communion to remember Jesus and His great sacrifice. Other's believe that in the Eucharist we actually consume the flesh and blood of Jesus. What does the Scriptures say? What happens communion is unavailable to a believer?

In Remembrance of Me Please stand as we read our newest memory Scripture together … Jude 1:24-25 “To Him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you before His glorious presence without fault and with great joy – “To the only God our Savior be glory, majesty, power and authority, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:23-34, John 6:51-58, John 3:16-18, Romans 10:9-10, Ephesians 2:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Do You Have Security As A Child Of God?

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jan 9, 2020

The whole God head had part in our Salvation and security.

Do you security as a child of God? Romans 8:26-39 The total God head had a part in saving us. All three keep us saved. The spirit supplies our deficiencies. The father overcomes difficulties. The son delivers us from dangers. 1. Prayers of God the Spirit. We are ignorant in ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:26-39

Denomination: Baptist