Sermons on Salvation By Works:

Small Stuff Or Big Deal? Series

Contributed by Vance Elzinga on Jul 5, 2007

This is about the problem of spiritual indifference, and God’s promise, "return to me and I will return to you."

Main Idea: The problem with spiritual indifference. God’s Promise: Return to me, and I’ll return to you. HOOK A quote from David Hansen (The Power of Loving Your Church) about being ’at war’ with God sometimes but at least not ambivalent. (The strong wording of the quote gets one’s attention ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Tragedy Of Self-Deception Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Apr 14, 2005

We must examine ourselves to see if we really are Christians.

"Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven. Many will say to me in that day, Lord, Lord, have we not prophesied in thy name? and in they name have cast out devils? and in thy name done many ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Bread Is A Somebody

Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Dec 26, 2007

The giver of the bread is himself the bread.

If you want the power point, simply email me the sermon title in the subject line and it’s yours -- enjoy. John 6:25-40 “The Bread is a somebody” “The giver of the bread is himself the bread.” Sunday Morning Sermon 11.04.07 Intro: (Advance) The fellowship of the community of believers is a time ...read more

Scripture: John 6:25-40

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Repentance From Sin Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Feb 18, 2003

PURPOSE: To bring the student to the place of experiencing true and Godly repentance. Learning to live our lives in God’s holiness, rather than the corruption of the world.

REPENTANCE FROM SIN KEY VERSE: Heb 6:1 2 Therefore, leaving the discussion of the elementary principles of Christ, let us go on to perfection, not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works and of faith toward God, of the doctrine of baptisms, of laying on of hands, of ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 6:1, Romans 6:23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Amazing Grace

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Jul 17, 2009

G-R-A-C-E God’s riches at Christ’s expense. You cannot earn your way to Salvation, only by receiving Christ as Savior.

I recently read about a pastor in Arkansas who lost his wife. She died as a result of a terminal disease. She had been struggling with that disease for the two years prior to her death. They finally came to a place about three months before she died where conventional medicine told them that there ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Finding Rest In God Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Aug 29, 2005

We run around in our lives looking for peace and rest - but when we see the promise of rest that God promises in Jesus sometimes we hesitate to "seal the deal." Let Him give you rest for your soul!

"I’d love to rest - if I only wasn’t so busy." That’s a statement a lot of us could make. Our society is one of constant motion and activity - if we aren’t always doing something we feel useless and worthless. This can invade our spiritual lives as well. We feel like if we aren’t always "on" and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:1-13

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Religion & Rituals Will Not Save You Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 22, 2008

Religious people can be some of the hardest to reach with the gospel.

1. There is wonderful CONFIDENCE & SECURITY in Jesus Christ. a. Our salvation isn’t based on the promises we have made to God but rather THE PROMISE He has made to us. b. If you believe, you are saved, eternally. 2 Corinthians 1:20 NOTE: They came to Jesus one day and asked: John 6:28-29 (NKJV) ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:17-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Listen To A Genuine Love Song

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Oct 1, 2005

Listen to a Genuine Love Song 1) Learn how much God has done for you 2) Learn how much God expects from you

What percentage of songs on the radio is about love? 50%? 75%? 90%? I don’t know the exact percentage but whether it’s rock, pop, or country, I’d say that most songs are about love and relationships. Does this mean that songwriters understand love because they write about it so much? No. Not when ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 5:1-7, Matthew 21:33-44

Denomination: Lutheran

Never-Ending Agreement

Contributed by Gary Christensen on Jun 21, 2007

God entered into a Never-Ending agreement with Abraham. God entered into a Un-ending agreement with David. With you and me, God has entered into an Agreement that Never Ends!

GOD’S AGREEMENT IS NEVER-ENDING. "I have found David, My servant, I will steady him with My hand, and strengthen him with My arm. Wicked people will not defeat him, My loyalty and love will be with him, My love will watch over him FOREVER, My agreement with him will NEVER END." (Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 89:20-28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Joy Of Getting Serious Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Aug 17, 2020

Based on Phil. 3:12-21, sermon challenges hearers to keep pressing on in their salvation.

“THE JOY OF GETTING SERIOUS” Phil. 3:12-21 FBCF – 8/16/20 Jon Daniels INTRO – Sometimes the word “serious” conjures up less-than-pleasant thoughts. Some of the synonyms for that word: - Grievous – Menacing - Grim – Threatening - Ugly – Unamusing - Unhumorous – Severe So, how can the title of my ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:12-21

Denomination: Baptist

Justification Series

Contributed by Pastor Glen Key on Mar 2, 2011

“The biblical term to justify (diakaioo) means God acquits and accepts the sinner who trusts in Jesus.” Justification is not the forgiveness of a man without righteousness, but a declaration that his righteousness is imputed unto him by Christ.(2 Cor. 5

ARTICLE 5 We believe that justification, regeneration, and the new birth are wrought by faith in the blood of Jesus Christ. The consummation of the act of repentance is when the sinner acknowledges his sin and asks forgiveness and God gives him a free pardon and restores them to a ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:31

Denomination: Church Of God

Sitting In The Middle Of A Dark Room With My Games On The Floor

Contributed by Joe Rowland on Nov 3, 2008

Are you sitting In The Middle Of A Dark Room With Your Games On The Floor? The world is watching you to see how you deal with what is going on in your lives today.What are you reflecting? The light of Jesus or the darkness of Satan?

Sitting In The Middle Of A Dark Room With My Games On The Floor Job 24:13-17 13 They are of those that rebel against the light; they know not the ways thereof, nor abide in the paths thereof. 14 The murderer rising with the light killeth the poor and needy, and in the night is as a thief. 15 The ...read more

Scripture: Job 24:13-17

Denomination: Assembly Of God

James: An Exposition Of James 2 Series

Contributed by David Wilson on Feb 26, 2009

A look at James Chapter two encouraging the reader to view the book of James in full context with practical applications for the believer. This entire series is available as an ebook entitled "James: Who has Superior Faith" via the ibook store (itunes)

Introduction James is my favorite book of the Bible. I have always been drawn to its practical approach and straightforward method of approaching the subject of living one’s faith. James doesn’t spend a lot of time discussing doctrine, though the book is full of doctrinal concepts. Instead, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

Rejoice In The Lord PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 1, 2024

Explores the centrality of Christ in salvation, our circumstances before salvation, and our conversion through Christ, emphasizing our thrilling relationship with God.

Good morning, beloved family of God. It is indeed a joy and privilege to stand before you today, not because of who we are, but because of who He is. We gather in this sacred space, not to celebrate our own works or wisdom, but to honor and adore the One who is our wisdom, our righteousness, our ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:1-6

Topics: Salvation, Before

Get Back To Your Resting Place

Contributed by James May on Sep 29, 2002

There is a place of rest for the people of God. A place where we can live in victory, free from condemnation and fear of losing our souls.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 50:6-8, Hebrews 4:9-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible