Sermons on Work Goals:

The Study Of The Work Of The Church Series

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Jul 21, 2015

The Study Of The Work Of The Church

The Study Of The Work Of The Church Mark 16:15 (KJV) 15 And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. Why does the church exist? What is the purpose of it? What is its work? To find out, we will go to God's Word. First of all, let us observe that ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15

Denomination: Foursquare

God Is At Work In You

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Aug 12, 2015

There have been many times throughout Christian history when the church was up against societies that like ours grew indifferent and even indignant and insolent toward the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Dear Saints we are living at a time when being a Christian is becoming more and more of a challenge. It is more and more obvious that our values are in direct conflict with the values of our world. Christians are beginning to be more and more marginalized by the mainstream of our North American ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Interceding Works And Prayer

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Jan 17, 2015

Jesus Intercedes for Us and we should Intercede for each other.

Happy "Interceding " Saturday, Everyone! This week we are jumping from John's gospel to the book of Hebrews. This is actually my favorite New Testament book. The title of the lesson is Jesus Intercedes for Us, taken from Hebrews 4:14-5:10. Two of the verses that strike a cord for me this week are ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Should Work For Food?

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Feb 21, 2015

We have seen the signs. "Will Work For Food". Would it be unreasonable to suggest "Must Work For Food"?

Some have suggested that the able bodied poor should perform some sort of work or community service to receive benefits. Of course, others have opposed it. FDR created the CCC and WPA which were pretty much working welfare programs. Indeed, it was a fulltime job and not easy labor. Lev_19:10 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:10-12

Denomination: Baptist

How Faith Works Series

Contributed by Greg Nance on Feb 28, 2015

Paul and James agree. Faith works. How? Here's where we need both of these to help us understand.

Romans 3:21-28 Ephesians 2:1-10 James 2:14-26 What is going on here? Are Paul and James contradicting one another? Does James hold a gospel that teaches justification by faith with works while Paul’s gospel teaches justification by faith without works? Because James is so strong on works ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26, Ephesians 2:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Faith Without Works Series

Contributed by Buffy Cook on Apr 5, 2015

"For Dummies" books are a raging success! Why? Full of practical wisdom and simple "How To's" Wouldn't a "Christianity for Dummies," a book full of practical wisdom & simple How Tos on how to live out our faith, be great? James & this series is JUST THAT

Christianity For Dummies: Faith Without Works James 2:14-26 I. Introduction A. We are continuing in our series "Christianity for Dummies" based on the Book of James. The first two weeks, we examined How to Respond to Trials & How to Understand & Defeat Temptation. Since that time, our ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26

Denomination: Baptist

Works Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Doug Silvers on Apr 22, 2015

The Holy Spirit is what? How to define him, how to see him clearer. This preliminary sermon offers people the opportunity to answer these and other question. This is 1 of 5 sermons in this series. Someone can read scripture in another language.

Week 1 What is it, Person or not? Origins of in words, ect… The word Pneumatology comes from the words pneuma(wind/spirit) and ology(study of) and refers to the study of the Holy Spirit. An example is “Pneumatic” as in “Air” tools. In Christian systematic theology, ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:3-4

Denomination: Methodist

Good Works And Wisdom Series

Contributed by Larry Turner on Aug 14, 2014

We are to show our faith through our good works toward our neighbor.

As I continue today to teach on living a skillful life, one filled with wisdom, together we will discover the importance of relationships. It has often been said that no man is an island although sometimes we try to live as if that were true. In 1965 Simon and Garfunkle released a song titled ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:27-30

Denomination: Foursquare

The Great Work Of Hilkiah

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 30, 2014

The importance of treasuring and reading the Word of God.

2 Kings 22:8-13 KJV And Hilkiah the high priest said unto Shaphan the scribe, I have found the book of the law in the house of the LORD. And Hilkiah gave the book to Shaphan, and he read it. [9] And Shaphan the scribe came to the king, and brought the king word again, and said, Thy servants have ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 22:8-13

Denomination: Pentecostal

How The Shield Works

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Apr 30, 2014

A message on the great power and quality of the shield.

Ephesians 6:16 KJV Above all, taking the shield of faith, wherewith ye shall be able to quench all the fiery darts of the wicked. Ephesians 6:10-19 WEYMOUTH In conclusion, strengthen yourselves in the Lord and in the power which His supreme might imparts. [11] Put on the complete armour of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

Is It Grace Plus Works?

Contributed by John Hamby on May 12, 2014

To add anything whether it is baptism or good works or whatever it may be as a requirement for salvation is to diminish grace.

“Is It Grace Plus Works?” Acts 15:1-23 Paul and Barnabas had just returned from their first missionary ...read more

Scripture: Acts 15:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Ways God Works

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 4, 2015

God is at work in critical circumstances and strange encounters.

Title: The Ways God Works Text: Acts 8:26-40 Thesis: God is at work in critical circumstances and strange encounters. Introduction In 1440 Johann Gutenberg invented the movable type printing press which was capable of cranking out 3,600 pages a day… just 60 years later the printing press ...read more

Scripture: Acts 8:26-40

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Win At Work Series

Contributed by Scott Spencer on May 4, 2015

This passage addresses the responsibilities and duties of slaves and masters. At first glance, you may be tempted to conclude that this passage has no relevance for today. This would be a mistake.

Ephesians: Our Identity In Christ ~ Part 25 How To Win At Work Ephesians 6:5-9 5. Slaves, be obedient to those who are your masters according to the flesh, with fear and trembling, in the sincerity of your heart, as to Christ; 6. not by way of eyeservice, as men-pleasers, but as slaves of Christ, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:5-9

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Created For Good Works Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 12, 2015

Twelfth in a series on the attributes of God focusing on our calling to reflect His goodness.

Knowing God Series #12 “Channeling God’s Goodness” Created to be good and do good Review I. The nature of God II. The Attributes of God A. God is infinitely GREAT in His ability / capacity B. God is infinitely and perfectly PURE in His morality and judgments C. God ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 37:1-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

God Is Quitely At Work

Contributed by Monty Newton on Jun 15, 2015

We may not know what God is doing but be assured, God is doing it!

Title: God is quietly at work in our lives and in the world… establishing his Kingdom. Text: Mark 4:26-34 Thesis: We may not know what God is doing but be assured, God is doing it! Introduction – Enigmatic? What to do with it? It feels like an FYI. On August 12, 1805, near the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 4:26-29

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational