Sermons on Salvation Through Works:

Allowing God's Power To Work In Us Series

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jul 6, 2023

The good news in the text is, “There is no limit to what God can do in us and through us if we allow His Spirit to freely work in us.” God can make us what we ought to be if we allow his power work in us.

Subject: “Allowing God's Power to Work In Us” Text: Ephesians 3:14-21 “When I think of all this, I fall to my knees and pray to the Father, the Creator of everything in heaven and on earth. I pray that from his glorious, unlimited resources he will empower you with inner strength through his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21, Acts 18:19-21, Acts 21:17, Numbers 20:10-12, Ephesians 5:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Elijah And Elisha – The Work Develops

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 28, 2011

Elisha takes over from Elijah. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

Ill: • A man was driving home from work one evening; • When he suddenly realized that it was his daughter’s birthday; • And he hadn’t yet bought her a gift. • So, the man rushed off to ‘Toys R Us’ asked the assistant, • "How much is that Barbie doll in the window?" • The assistant replied ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-15

Denomination: Brethren

His Faith And His Works Equals Justification

Contributed by Darren Sirmans on Aug 19, 2010

All those who struggle with their faith and their works, the struggle is over

Romans 5: 1 Deuteronomy 32: 20 Today, I pulled praises out of the minds of what people think about me; I’m pulling his praises out daily. I praised God for all the praises that he has given me to praise him with. I want be shame when he draws all the praises that he wants out of me for ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Lord Is My Light And My Salvation

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Jul 10, 2007

The praise and worship part of our Christian life is of the utmost importance because it helps us develop a deeper relationship with God, and in the words we find the hope, joy, and comfort that we all seek.

Today I want us to analyze a very important aspect of our Christian life that is oftentimes overlooked, or not given too much attention to. I say that it is something that is oftentimes overlooked or not paid attention to because the majority of all believers only take care of this aspect of their ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Stop Working, Start Celebrating

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jan 22, 2015

To show that we need to have an attitude of gratitude, attitude of celebration, celebrating JESUS in our lives even if we are in our job and work places.

I. EXORDIUM: Is your job a burden? it should not be it's gift from the LORD so you will remember Him to celebrate Him irregardless of your physical status and situation. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to have an attitude of gratitude, attitude of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 6:13

Denomination: Pentecostal

All Things Working For Good

Contributed by Owen Bourgaize on Jun 7, 2001

Joseph was "up against it" as a captive in Egypt but, God being with him, difficulties and disappointments turned into a "pattern for good".

ALL THINGS WORKING FOR GOOD St. Paul has some very encouraging words for people who are finding life hard, who are ’up against it’. ’We know that all things work together for good to them that love God and are called according to His purpose’ (Romans 8:28). The apostle is writing to the church at ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Doing A Good Work For Christ

Contributed by William Baeta on Jun 19, 2003

“But Jesus said, ‘Let her alone. Why do you trouble her? She has done a good work for me. She has done what she could’” Mark 14:6, 8a.

Theme: Doing a good work for Christ Text: 1 Chron. 29:10-18; Romans 12:1-8; Mark 14:3-9 Thanksgiving is a very important aspect of our lives and always results in blessing. Every one of us has a reason to be thankful because every one of us has been blessed. Today we want to remember our many ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9, Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Are You Justified By Faith, Or By Works?

Contributed by Charles Degner on Oct 23, 2006

This difficult chapter of the Bible is not hard to understand if you ask a simple question. James says we are justified by our works, not just by faith. But justified BEFORE WHOM?

James 2:1-5, 8-10, 14-26 Pentecost 17B Rev. Charles F. Degner 1My brothers, as believers in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ, don’t show favoritism. 2Suppose a man comes into your meeting wearing a gold ring and fine clothes, and a poor man in shabby clothes also comes in. 3If you show ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-25

Denomination: Lutheran

Observing God At Work-1

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Mar 24, 2011

1 of 3. John the Baptist’s parents knew with certainty the implications of their son’s birth. The events surrounding the birth of John the Baptist have implications for God’s people. But what are some implications? Observing God at work implies a need

OBSERVING GOD At WORK-I—Luke 1:57-80 Bob, a Federal Government Employee sits in his office & out of boredom, decides to see what’s in his old filing cabinet. He pokes through the contents & comes across an old brass lamp. While polishing the lamp, a genie appears & offers to grant him three ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:57-80

Denomination: Baptist

Keeping Your Balance - Work Series

Contributed by Betty Johnson on Jun 1, 2013

First in a series on keeping our balance in life. Work, Rest and Play are three of the areas we need to keep in balance. This message focuses on why we work and some of the hindrances to keeping work in balance with the rest of life, and the "shift" tha

Keeping Your Balance - Work Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15 Two weeks ago, our guest speaker, Mr. Jon, spoke about balance. Having a balance in our lives of the things that are good and necessary parts of our lives. I want to bounce off of that message. Jon gave the introduction. For the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15

Denomination: Wesleyan

Teamwork Makes The Dream Work!

Contributed by Daniel Harman on Mar 5, 2008

A sermon promoting the explosive power of teamwork in our Families, Churches, Communities & Work Place - it encourages working together in unity & co-operation to fulfill God’s plan & purpose not only for our own lives, but also for the lives of those in

TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK MEDIA CLIP (optional suggestions): Chicken Run, Toy Story 2, Gladiator fight scene OR get 2 people to carry a large box/table for a visual demonstration Introduction (the hook to get attention): How many people would like to see this church packed every Sunday? ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Four Simple Truths About Salvation

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 3, 2006

four simple truths about salvation

FOUR SIMPLE TRUTHS ABOUT SALVATION Romans 10:1-13 The humorous story is told of a baseball manger who decided to play a rookie in right field one day. The regular fielder wasn’t happy about it and loudly makes it know from the bench that it was a big mistake to play the kid. ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon 11 - Relations That Work Series

Contributed by David Owens on Dec 8, 2025

As Colossians chapter 3 ends and chapter 4 begins, Paul addresses the relationships that disciples need to navigate. Paul teaches that when the Lordship of Jesus is lived out in our relationships, then they work best.

Introduction: A. Let’s start with a Peanuts cartoon about relationships. 1. Lucy says to Snoopy: “There are times when you really bug me, but I must admit there are also times when I feel like giving you a big hug.” 2. Snoopy replies: “That’s the way I am…huggable and buggable.” B. And how ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:18-25, Colossians 4:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Whistle While You Work Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on May 12, 2006

Second in a series on the life of David. This message focuses on our work.

Last week, we began a journey through the life of David and as we took a look at the process of Samuel anointing David to be the king of Israel we found that: God chooses to give extraordinary power to ordinary people in ordinary positions in order to serve His purposes. This week, we’re going to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 16:14-23

Denomination: Baptist

How We Love His Salvation Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 11, 2022

Jesus tops the manna miracle with the feeding of the 5,000 and then tops that - John 6:35 “I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst.”

How I Love His Salvation John 6:35-59 Introduction One of the most familiar stories of the Old Testament is the provision of manna in the wilderness. God gives the food that was needed for survival for over 40 years. Amazing, but there were some problems with manna. -Physical Only: Fed body, ...read more

Scripture: John 6:35-59

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ