Sermons on Sounding Brass:

A More Excellent Way

Contributed by Charles R. Peck on Oct 28, 2012

Paul tell the church at Corinth that love is the way.

A More Excellent Way 1Corinthians 13:4/8 In chapter thirteen the Apostle Paul writes about the more excellent way, or what he had in view, in the close of the former chapter, namely, charity, or, as it is commonly rendered love. The word charity to most meant almsgiving, but charity in its ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8

Denomination: *other

When The Sanctuary Is Hot Series

Contributed by Alvin Hathaway, Sr. on Mar 16, 2009

When the sanctuary is hot it promotes evangelism, it proclaims the messiah, and it provides a place of peace.

Union Baptist Church “Summer Sizzlers” Revelations 3: 15 “I know thy works, that thou art neither cold nor hot: I would thou wert cold or hot.” (KJV) Sermon Title and Text for July 16, 2006 Title: “When the Sanctuary is Hot” Text: Revelations 3: 15 Focus: “… I would thou wert…hot” When the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:15

Denomination: Baptist

Life Is Too Short Psalms 39

Contributed by Toby Powers on Oct 9, 2014

Life is limited. It is too short. Our opportunities pass quickly. Laugh, Love, Live while you can.

From the Desk Of Toby Powers Pastor of Truth Baptist Church Bremen, GA www.trumpetoftruthonline.org LIFE IS TOO SHORT Psalms 39 Intro: This entire Psalm is about the brevity of life. The Psalmist pauses in the midst of a busy existence and begins to meditate on his life, his Lord, and the length ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 39:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Church-Equipping People Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Jul 28, 2015

Our vision also includes helping one another mature, unite and serve through the presence and power of God's Spirit.

1. Who is better equipped? [PPT of Soldier with weapons and without; Football player with pads and without; Christian with armor of God and without 2. Vision and Mission -- Destination and Steps to get there a. God Led b. Outreach Centered 1) World Bible School opportunities 2) Other ways to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:3-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Charity

Contributed by Phillip Smith on Sep 19, 2024

There seems to be a great divide in the accepted meanings for charity and love. In religious terms, Christians think they are one in the same.

When someone speaks of charity or uses the term charity, we immediately turn to the belief someone did a good deed for another who is poor or in need. Sometimes we associate the term with a foundation which accepts monetary donations for the poor. In contrast, with the term love, (which we often ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-4, 1 Corinthians 13:1-7, 1 Corinthians 12:25-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Love - The Set-Apart Quality

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Apr 29, 2002

What is the one thing that separates Christians from unbelievers? Why would we act that way?

April 28, 2002 1Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, and have not charity, I am become as sounding brass, or a tinkling cymbal. 2And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries, and all knowledge; and though I have all faith, so that I could remove mountains, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: United Methodist

Loving With All Your Heart

Contributed by Reggie Corfield on Nov 1, 2003

God’s commandments though many are not burdensome. All he wants is our love.

Mark 12:28-34 28. And one of the scribes came, and having heard them reasoning together, and perceiving that he had answered them well, asked him, Which is the first commandment of all? 29. And Jesus answered him, The first of all the commandments is, Hear, O Israel; The Lord our God is one ...read more

Scripture: Mark 12:28-34, John 21:15-17

Denomination: Anglican

What Does Sound Doctrine Look Like When It Is All Dressed And On Display? Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jul 4, 2001

THE CONDUCT OF EVERY SEGMENT OF THE CHURCH MUST REFLECT AND ENHANCE (ADORN) THE MESSAGE OF SOUND DOCTRINE RATHER THAN DETRACT

BIG IDEA: THE CONDUCT OF EVERY SEGMENT OF THE CHURCH MUST REFLECT AND ENHANCE (ADORN) THE MESSAGE OF SOUND DOCTRINE RATHER THAN DETRACT (:1) INTRODUCTION A. Responsibility of the Spiritual Leaders to Instruct in Appropriate Conduct "But as for you, speak the things" B. Key: Only Certain Conduct ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Foundation Of Salvation

Contributed by Jerry Gatson on Oct 2, 2004

Many of God’s people are destined for heaven but live in hell on earth right now. They’re saved from going to hell but they are not victorious. They are not enjoying the fullness of salvation.

The Foundation of Salvation Text: Jeremiah 8:20 When we think of being saved, we think of scriptures like Romans 10:13 (For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved) and Ephesians 2:8 (For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 8:20

Denomination: Charismatic

Amos And God's Plumb Line

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Jul 26, 2008

Again, the plumb line symbolizes God’s word! God’s word is always straight, perfect and pure! God’s word represents total soundness and integrity! The wall in Greek means ’heart.’ Could God be watching men’s heart? O course!

Amos and God’s Plumb Line Text: Amos 7:7-8 Thus He showed me: Behold, the Lord stood on a wall made with a plumb line, with a plumb line in His hand. 8 And the LORD said to me, “Amos, what do you see?” And I said, “A plumb line.” then the Lord said: “ Behold, I am setting a ...read more

Scripture: Amos 7:7-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sufficiency Of Christ Series

Contributed by Patrick O'loughlin on Jun 22, 2009

How do we refute false teaching attacking the church

Text: Colossians 2:6-23 Title: The sufficiency of Christ Introduction 1.Paul’s purpose for writing this letter to the Colossians Paul’s purpose for writing this letter was to refute the heretical teaching that was influencing the Colossian church. 2. Colossians 2:6-23 – Is where Paul directly ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:6-23, Philippians 4:1-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

How We Find Trouble

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Jun 29, 2012

We have to stay on gard twenty four seven

HOW WE FIND TROUBLE 2ND Samuel 11: 1And it came to pass, after the year was expired, at the time when kings go forth to battle, that David sent Joab, and his servants with him, and all Israel; and they destroyed the children of Ammon, and besieged Rabbah. But David ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Being Right-Minded

Contributed by David Mcnally on Jun 24, 2011

We are in the world but are not be 'of it', in the sense of having the same outlook and values of non-Christians. We are not called to be pious and sanctimonious, but to be 'Christ-minded', being 'different' in such a way that we are 'lights' to those aro

Colossians 3:1-17 Paul wrote in Colossian 3:2 ‘Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth’ ‘for you have died’ – he meant spiritually; he meant to the things that the world, those around us, consider important. This reinforces what Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When The Conqueror Becomes The Conquered

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on Aug 19, 2010

We can see things that cause us to fail God if we follow through.

WHEN THE CONQUEROR BECOMES THE CONQUERED 2ND Samuel 11: 1And it came to pass, after the year was expired, at the time when kings go forth to battle, that David sent Joab, and his servants with him, and all Israel; and they destroyed the children of Ammon, and besieged ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

The Plan To Betray Jesus Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Nov 17, 2010

The plan to kill Jesus was hatched by Judas and the religious leaders, but they were not the true enemy...

Luke 21:37 – 22:6 Plan to betray Jesus November 10, 2010  Set the stage: Since He entered the city in chapter 19 to the cheers and praise of thousands, Jesus has been doing 2 things constantly. Over these final few days of His public ministry, Jesus has constantly taught the people in ...read more

Denomination: Baptist