Sermons on The Gates Must Be Opened:

Living Faith

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 24, 2010

JAMES tells us to live out our faith. Faith is given to us that we might believe. But we must also live out our faith, faith must be...alive.

2010.03.21.SERMON.Living Faith James 2 Beware Of Personal Favoritism 1 My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with respect of persons. 2 For if there come unto your assembly a man with a gold ring, in goodly apparel, and there come in also a poor man in vile ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Doctrine Matters

Contributed by David Owens on Sep 19, 2011

God has given us the Bible at we might know the truth. If we want to please God then we must discover what the Bible says we must believe and practice and then obey.

A. Doctrine, and sermons about doctrine, have fallen on hard times over the past couple of decades. 1. This cartoon conveys how many people feel about doctrine and dogma. 2. Several years ago, I happened to be talking with some folks in the community and they asked me what I was preaching about on ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Move Out And Move Forward

Contributed by Chad Bolfa on Aug 22, 2010

There are times when the waiting must end, and we must move forward on what God has spoken to us, this sermon helps in those times when it is time to move out and move forward.

Move out and Move Forward Deuteronomy 1:1-8 Introduction: Probably one of the most humiliating experiences of my life was failing seventh grade. There were all my friends I started school with moving on to the eigth grade and here I was staying in the seventh grade with a whole bunch of kids I ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 1:1-8

Denomination: Baptist

St Anselm Patron Of American Bishops

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Apr 21, 2012

The Church is Incarnational, and must have both a sacred and secular existence, and yet must not become subservient to the state, whether kings or democratically elected tyrants who would make us do evil.

St. Anselm Day April 21, 2011 If today’s lesson from Acts chapter 6 has any historical meaning at all, it is a confirmation that there have always been little fissures forming in the living stones that make up the Church. Early in our history, Greek-speaking converts to Judaism were ...read more

Scripture: Acts 6:1-7

Denomination: Catholic

World Hunger Offering Day

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Oct 12, 2010

The OT Law of Israel presented the principle of solicitude for the needy thru concrete actions. Christians must adapt these tutorial lessons by the heart of Christ. The Church must exercise the principle of solicitude for the needy concretely.

The Causes of Hunger: From NAMB—Issues & Answers: Hunger The causes of hunger are multidimensional & deny the temptation of simple answers. Hunger does not result simply from the lack of rain or overpopulation. It is not just a matter of poor economic choices. Hunger is complex & often ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:9-10

Denomination: Baptist

Beginning With The End In Mind

Contributed by Isaac Butterworth on Nov 19, 2010

This is the end that we must have in mind when we begin anything in the church. Our destination must be a congregation filled with people who are filled with Christ and who are filling the world with his love.

BEGINNING WITH THE END IN MIND Isaac Butterworth The Installation of a New Pastor November 21, 2010 John 15:1-8 (NIV) 1 “I am the true vine, and my Father is the gardener. 2 He cuts off every branch in me that bears no fruit, while every branch that does bear fruit he prunes so that it ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Unless The Lord Builds The House Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Nov 10, 2013

How should the Lord build our house? 1- We must allow the Lord to build the house of our work 2- We must allow the Lord to build the house of our offspring

INTRO.- ILL.- Some house builders drove into their local lumber yard. One of the men walked into the office and said, "We need some four-by-twos." The clerk asked, "You mean two-by-fours, don't you?" The man said, "I'll go check," and went back to the truck. He returned and said, "Yeah, I meant ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-5, Psalm 127:1, Psalm 127:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

God's Justice And Ours Series

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Jan 25, 2015

If life is to be meaningful there must be a God who ensures justice. God is not indifferent to evil, yet His wrath was satisfied in the death of His Son. Sin must be punished--and it was--on the Cross.

Thomas Jefferson, in a somber moment, noted: “I tremble for my country when I reflect that God is just.” How long will God put up with a people who have turned from Him and have forsaken righteousness? We may question why God punishes sin, but we also need to also ask why He ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 9:1-10

Denomination: Congregational

My Purpose? My Goals?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Nov 12, 2014

We must be more than ENABLERS and FISH-GIVERS --- We must teach others HOW TO FISH. let us look at MODEL---MENTOR---MOTIVATE--- We have a purpose before us.

MY PURPOSE? --- MY GOALS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com I HAVE A PAIR OF SPURS, I ATTACH THEM TO MY SHOES... Proverbs 26:20 (KJV) Where no wood is, there the fire goeth out: so where there is no talebearer, the strife ceaseth. Proverbs 26:20 (MSG) When you run out of wood, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 26:20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

What Do You Believe?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Apr 14, 2006

What we believe about the events of Easter morning must be at the center of our faith in Christ Jesus. We must believe in the resurrection of Christ Jesus "Otherwise, you have believed in vain."

I Corinthians 15: 1 – 11 What Do You Believe? Intro: A number of years ago, some Chinese and Americans were witnessing an athletic event together for the first time. The band struck up a tune. The Chinese, thinking it was playing the United States’ national anthem, stood. --- Then, the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Best Gift ---Teach Me How To Fish!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 6, 2006

Often we find in the church a heart searching for handouts. We must not just give away fish, we must teach the new generation how to fish. The best gift will keep on giving.

THE GIFT THAT KEEPS GIVING. ARE WE INVESTING IN THE EFFORT TO PASS THE MANTLE TO OTHERS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a two part lesson! I LOVE THE THOUGHT DON’T GIVE ME A FISH, I WILL NEED ANOTHER FISH TOMORROW. TEACH ME HOW TO FISH, AND I CAN CATCH MY OWN! I. WHAT IS ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Of Vines And Branches - Part One Series

Contributed by Ken Mckinley on Sep 23, 2024

Jesus says that we must bear fruit, but a branch can only bear fruit if it is abiding in the Vine

Of Vines and Branches (Part One) Text: John 15:1-8, Psalm 80:8, Ok… we’re in John 15, and today I want to talk to you about fruitfulness. We’re going to spend a couple of Sundays, maybe even three on this passage, so that we can really get it down and understand what Jesus is saying here. ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8, Psalm 80:8-9, Hosea 10:1-2, Jeremiah 2:21, Galatians 3:29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Idols

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Sep 28, 2007

Many things can become idols. We must always guard against putting people or things before Christ.

Idols I. Introduction A. Read Isaiah 46: 1-10 1. God has and always will be a “jealous” God. a. Ex. 20: 3 – the first commandment b. Ex. 34: 13 – My name is Jealous! 1. God can be moved to jealousy. 2. Greatest commandment: love the Lord thy God with all thy ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 46:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

From Fools To Evangelists Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 21, 2023

In regards to our faith, we must take head knowledge and make it heart knowledge. We must live what we believe. The road to Emmaus helps us to avoid be foolish and slow of heart in order to live and share our faith.

THE JOY OF THE EASTER STORY IS, ABOVE ALL ELSE, WHEN JESUS AROSE FROM THE DEAD. IN ADDITION TO THAT TRIUMPHANT VICTORY, JESUS MADE APPEARANCES NOT ONLY TO THE REMAINING DISCIPLES, BUT, ACCORDING TO 1 CORINTHIANS 15:6, TO 500 OTHER BELIEVERS WHO WITNESSED HIM ALL AT THE SAME TIME. TUCKED IN ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35, 1 Corinthians 15:6, Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Free Methodist

Character Of Godly Leaders Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Sep 12, 2018

In the text we will see the "must have's" for a biblical elder, as well as standards meted out

Text: 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Title: Character of Godly Leaders, Date/Place: WHBC, 4.15.18, AM A. Opening illustration: Jerome was biblical scholar and bible translator whose translation of the bible into Latin was a watershed moment in Christian history. In 394 AD he sent a letter to Nepotian rebuking ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:1-7

Denomination: Baptist