Sermons on Sword Of The Word:

Not Just Another Sunday Part 4: Word, Words, And The Word Series

Contributed by Rev. Saeed Richardson on Oct 7, 2007

How powerful is the Word and the words we use to explain it! We continue in our series as we examine the power of words in the life of our Sunday fellowship.

For the last few weeks we’ve been talking about how to breath life into the Sunday morning worship experience, so that it’s “not just another Sunday morning” that we feel like we just “have to” come to, but a place that we “want to” come attend. We’ve talked about prayer and its importance, but ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

It's Alive

Contributed by Rolland Bouchard on Aug 19, 2002

Hebrews 4:12...the word of God is Living and Active and Sharper than any double edged sword...

IT’S ALIVE…THE WORD OF GOD AIM: To help the congregation to take a stand on the Word of God. TEXT: Hebrews 4:12 OPEN: a) Good Morning b) Announcements if any c) Welcome to everyone d) Tell Story or Joke e) Introduce Topic…THE WORD OF GOD f) Share how the word has affected ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 4:12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Warfare: Helm And Hilt

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Jun 12, 2009

It is in the kiln of spiritual battle and adversity that the character of Christ is hardened in us. Our enemy is effective so we must be completely prepared with the whole, holy armor of God.

Intro: "In Italy for thirty years under the Borgias they had warfare, terror, murder, bloodshed; they produced Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci and the Renaissance. In Switzerland they had brotherly love, five hundred years of democracy and peace, and what did they produce? The cuckoo clock" It is ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Baptist

Total Authority” Sword Of The Spirit – Part Two Series

Contributed by Tim Vamosi on Jan 4, 2011

Why Should the Bible Have Authority Over Our Lives?

“Total Authority” Sword of the Spirit – Part Two OPEN: Today I want to piggyback if you will on the message from last week. If any of you can remember back that far – let me remind you of what we talked about. Last week we talked about the Sword of the Spirit which ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:17

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Spiritual Warfare Series

Contributed by Eddie Snipes on Oct 18, 2000

Satan is not a little god, but a fallen angel. This sermon takes a closer look at the power we have in Christ to fight spiritual warfare.

Spiritual Warfare Lets begin by looking at Ephesians 6:10-13: 10 Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-18, 1 John 1:6-9

Denomination: Baptist

Facing Resistance To The Gospel Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Apr 6, 2020

Jesus tells His followers that He is being numbered among the transgressors. What does that mean for us today as we try to follow Him?

WHAT I DON'T KNOW: What exactly is going on with the swords here? - Luke 22:36, 38. - The references to swords garner the most attention from most readers. They are intriguing statements that are not easily understood. - I wish I could tell you that I have an incisive, succinct explanation ...read more

Scripture: Luke 22:35-38

Denomination: Baptist

Wicked Words Vs. God's Word

Contributed by David Wilson on Nov 28, 2007

Part of our continuing study of the book of Psalms- David is concerned with dishonesty of those around him and compares their words to God’s.

Grant Avenue Baptist Church Redondo Beach, CA 90278 (310) 376-7890 Pastor David Wilson 11/28/07 Psalm 12 “Wicked Words vs. God’s Word” VERSE 1: “HELP!” This word is sometimes translated as rescue, deliver, or even bring salvation. It is a powerful word, and is the root for the Word which is ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 12:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

A Last Word About Last Words Series

Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 21, 2008

The power of praise.

Now to him who is able to strengthen you according to my gospel and the preaching of Jesus Christ … to the only wise God be glory forevermore through Jesus Christ! Amen. Paul ends his letter with a doxology (glory to God). It is not uncommon to find Paul’s letters interrupted with declarations of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:25-27

Denomination: Congregational

Another Word About Last Words Series

Contributed by Gary Moore on Jan 21, 2008

Strengthen in Christ

Paul closes his letter with a liturgical doxology that easily lends itself to a formal worship setting. As much as the letter is a tightly woven piece of logic, so too one finds a structural symmetry to the text that contributes to its overall cohesiveness. Paul’s final thoughts bear a striking ...read more

Scripture: Romans 16:25-27

Denomination: Congregational

A Word On The Word: It Gets The Job Done

Contributed by Joe Harding on Sep 25, 2004

GOD’S WORD ACCOMPLISHES WHAT GOD DESIRES IT TOO!

A WORD ON THE WORD: IT GETS THE JOB DONE ISAIAH 55: 1-13 SEPTEMBER 19, 2004 INTRODUCTION: “Olympic Gold is modest reward for some” by Kathleen Nelson of the St. Louis Post – Dispatch Posted Sat. Sept. 18, 2004. TRANSITION THOUGHT: This interesting article speaks to two real issues. The primary ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 55:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

Good Words & Bad Words Series

Contributed by Joseph Marshall on Oct 23, 2022

Written during a time when David was lamenting the apostasy in his nation. A departure from God always revealed itself in the words of the people. Good Words & Bad Words.

I. BAD WORDS A. The source of bad words – Unfaithfulness (v. 1) 1. Faithful = trustworthy. As men become more ungodly, they become less trustworthy. 2. A godly man realises that what he says is important. It reflects his character. He wants his character to match his words (Pro 20:6). B. Forms ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Weight Of A Few Words - At Thy Word

Contributed by Loyd C. Taylor on Aug 21, 2023

In this sermon we look at the weight of a few words, or how just a few words spoken by Christ had a major impact on the lives of those who listened and obeyed.

INTRODUCTION: We so seldom think about the impact that our words have on those who are listening, however in many cases we find others hanging onto our words. This is especially true of preachers, so we must be careful what we say. Our words can have a negative or a positive outcome, I’m sure we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 5:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Famous Last Words: Words At The Cross Series

Contributed by Mark Hall on Sep 4, 2016

Words spoken at and around the cross of Christ

FAMOUS LAST WORDS: WORDS AT THE CROSS Today and next week, we will be looking at two final scenes regarding the cross of Jesus Christ. Why should we spend so much time at the cross? Why should we care about the intricate details of the cross? Why would we want to lift up the cross for all the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:37-54

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Be Doers Of The Word

Contributed by Marianne Unger on Aug 25, 2003

Taking action as Christians.

James 1:17-27 “Be Doers Of The Word” As a preacher of the word, I have the privilege of sharing with you some of my life stories, learnings and wisdom. As a preacher of the word, I also have the responsibility of preparing a message for you that is hopefully helpful to your walk with God as a ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17-27

Denomination: *other

Preach The Word! Series

Contributed by Ray Pritchard on Sep 5, 2003

This is no time for fear, no time for cowardice, and no time to quit. Instead, it’s a time to take a deep breath and march forward into battle.

Preach the Word! II Timothy 4:1-5 I’d like to begin by calling your attention to verses 3-4 of this passage. They describe a scene that seems amazingly contemporary: “For the time will come when men will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-5

Denomination: Independent/Bible