Sermons on The God We Serve Can Save Us:

God Called Me?

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Feb 16, 2009

We are often surprised God has called us to serve Him and has equipped us.

God Called . . . ME!?!? January 18, 2009 For the past two weeks we have been talking about the church and what God is calling us to do and to be. Two weeks ago we looked at the scripture when Joshua was leading the Israelites into Israel. In order to cross into the land they had to cross the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

Denomination: Baptist

Can A Christian Be Cursed Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 23, 2021

Paul uses the strongest language he ever used in this passage, and we need to ask some questions about it.

The war between the states ended as it did in large measure because of Stonewall Jackson's defeat by his own men. Jackson was fighting brilliantly, and he had the entire Eleventh Union Corps on the run. He then planned his strategy for the final blow. He was within half a mile of the one road ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:8

Saving Faith: A Matter Of The Heart Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 30, 2014

Calling on the Lord has never saved anybody, but calling on the name of the Lord, always saves. How can you do that? How can you have that kind of faith? I’ve noticed there are at least three different types of faith I think everybody possesses.

INTRODUCTION We have come now to what I believe to be the clearest instructions in all the Bible that tell a person how they can be saved. How they can get from Texas to heaven. You may see in the bulletin there a little outline, you might want to follow along and fill it in. I’m convinced ...read more

Scripture: Romans 10:8-13

Denomination: Baptist

Addicted To Servanthood Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 13, 2015

What does it mean to have the "gift of serving?" How can I recognize if I have this gift and how can I use this kind of gift to glorify God?

I read about a woman who telephoned a friend and asked how she was feeling. "Terrible," came the reply "my head's splitting and my back and legs are killing me. The house is a mess, and the kids are simply driving me crazy." The caller said, "Listen, go and lie down, I'll come over right away ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Consider Your Service Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Dec 14, 2005

We are saved to serve - both Christ and others

SERIES: “OVERCOMING OBSTACLES THAT OBSTRUCT OBEDIENCE” TEXT: 1 CORINTHIANS 4:1-5 TITLE: “CONSIDER YOUR SERVICE” INTRODUCTION: A. Dr. Albert Schweitzer had returned to Europe on furlough form his missionary service in Africa when he was 80-years-old. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Story Of God Series

Contributed by Dwayne Dickson on Feb 13, 2016

The first of a series on the essential stories of the Old Testament. This sermon describes God's character and being. It also explores the idea that we are the pinnacle of God's creation. God created us to pour His love into us.

The Story of God Introduction This Sunday we are beginning a study of some of our favorite Old Testament Bible stories. And of course the best place to start is the beginning, the book of Genesis and the creation account. Over the years I have heard numerous reasons given for why Christians ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"What We Don’t Or Do Know Can… (Help Or Hurt Us) (Sermon On Salvation)

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 22, 2024

We all know in life what we know can be very helpful in this life.

For example: (1) What we know can be helpful in our security. For example, when you travel into certain countries it is very important that you know there are some parts of certain cities that you do not travel. Illus: A preacher in South Carolina tells how that he and his wife were in a foreign ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-18

Denomination: Baptist

In God We Trust

Contributed by Melvin Newland on Sep 9, 2002

I’m concerned that as a nation we’ll hear the speeches, pay our respects, bow our heads, enjoy the music, & then return to business as usual – our lives unchanged, & God once again relegated to the back shelf.

Melvin M. Newland, Minister Central Christian, Brownsville, TX ILL. One year ago this week the skies of New York, Washington, D.C. & Pennsylvania were punctured by hijacked airplanes in a diabolical plot to pierce the soul of our nation. One year ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 20:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Anti-Christs Among Us Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jul 27, 2015

We already have the teachings of truth; they’re placed in our hearts from God. Our battle is with religion that seeks to control through doubt/fear/lies; this is what we must teach against through love and the truth of God.

Anti-Christs Among Us 1 John Bible Study, Part 5 1 John 2:18-27 Introduction - Last time, John gave us tremendous insight into living fully for Christ • We have an Advocate • We must live for Him • God makes us complete - V4 is the confirmation of this statement: ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

It's Time For Tinsel! Series

Contributed by Troy Borst on Nov 29, 2016

The Sovereign God that we serve has an eternal will that is done perfectly and nothing gets in the way of that. God always moves pieces into place in His timing. God’s will is perfect. Here is the truth for us: Trust in God’s Plan.

2nd SUNDAY OF ADVENT “IT’S TIME FOR TINSEL!” MATTHEW 1:1-16 #NBCCAdvent2016 CHRISTMAS TREE TINSEL STORY (P) Once upon a time there was a family that decided to decorate for Christmas. The centerpiece of the decorations for their home was the Christmas Tree. The father went out ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:1-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Wicked Serving The Godly Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jan 10, 2026

In a divine reversal, the wicked will serve the godly, as God's justice prevails. Those who oppressed and mistreated will bow down, and the meek will inherit the earth. It's a powerful reminder that God's ways are higher than ours, and His justice will ultimately be served.

The Bible teaches that God is a just and righteous God, who brings justice to those who suffer at the hands of the wicked. Psalm 37:11 says, "But the meek shall inherit the land and delight themselves in abundant peace." One day, the wicked will serve those they have oppressed. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-24

Saved From Long Suffering

Contributed by James ( Jim ) Highland on Aug 26, 2014

Jesus comes to the crowd of suffering gather, calls out to us and heals us.

Title: Saved from Long Suffering Series: Jesus seeks out the needy John 5: 1-9, 18 John’s gospel was written, the author states, “that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name” (20:31). By the time John ...read more

Scripture: John 5:1-18

Denomination: Baptist

In God We Trust

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 2, 2010

Our national motto is , "In God We Trust". How much are you willing to trust Him?

July 4, 2010 Morning Worship Text: Psalm 33:6-22 Subject: God’s Autonomy Title: In God We Trust Happy Fourth of July! It is great to be an American today! We may not be thrilled with the direction that our elected leadership is taking our nation, but we still have the freedom to change that ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 33:1-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

She Is Not The Girl She Used To Be Series

Contributed by Robert Jones on Jun 12, 2001

God can use anyone

SHE’S NOT THE GIRL SHE USED TO BE JOSHUA 2:1-24 Story of rough uncultured man who fell in love with beautiful vase in shop window--------------gradually the whole room was transformed It is this kind of transformation we witness here in these verses -----as the Israelites were about to enter ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

How Do You Liked To Be Loved

Contributed by Robert Tallent on Feb 24, 2018

Taken from Chapman's book about the five love languages and applied to the love of God

How do you like to be loved? 1 John 4:19 A minister was speaking to the Sunday school about the things money can’t buy. “It can’t buy laughter and it can’t buy love” he told them.  Driving his point home ...read more

Denomination: Baptist