Sermons on Work Out:

Creativity V. Repetition Series

Contributed by Shannon Lewis on Oct 4, 2006

Todays church must work creatively not repetitiously. This sermon will deal with the delicate balance of the two.

Creativity V. Repetition by Pastor Shannon Lewis 10/04/06 2Corinthians 5:17 “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come”. Just as good can be the enemy of great, repetition can be the enemy of creativity. Creativity is a producer of life and ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17

By Him

Contributed by Scott Epperson on Nov 13, 2006

Reminds us that true fulfillment and true victory comes not by our own works but BY HIM.

BY HIM Heb 13:15 By him therefore let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our lips giving thanks to his name. BY HIM In myself I never had any good thing to say, or hope to look to, but when I confessed by sins and gave my life to him, I found ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:15

Denomination: Pentecostal

An Explanation Of Grace-Oriented Giving Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Oct 27, 2007

In this message, we learn from the Apostle Paul how grace-oriented giving works.

Scripture Today is the third in my four-week series of sermons titled, “Guidelines for Grace-Oriented Giving” from 2 Corinthians 8-9. The first week we looked at “An Example of Grace-Oriented Giving” from 2 Corinthians 8:1-5. The second week we looked at “An Exhortation to Grace-Oriented Giving” ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Walking By The Spirit

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Sep 7, 2010

Walking under the guidance of God's Spirit is the only sure way to be successful in God's work.

WALKING BY THE SPIRIT GALATIANS 5:16-25 INTRODUCTION Doctors continually tell us how important it is that we get exercise. We are told that we need about thirty minutes each day. There are different types of exercise we can do to stimulate different parts of our body. There are numerous exercise ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:16-25

Denomination: Baptist

Cool Runnings - Which Way Will You Run? Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 15, 2005

The message out of Isaiah is "There is a right way and a wrong way to get what you want out of life." What had Judah done wrong... and what could they do to change their destiny?"

OPEN: (Show 5:30 minute clip from “Cool Runnings” – the section where bobsled team crashes in their final run... but they refuse to admit defeat. They pick up their damaged bobsled and carry it across the finish on their shoulders. Make sure to include the section where the team shouts their ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:1-31, Isaiah 40:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

In Christ: The Real Life

Contributed by Ed Mcneely on Jun 25, 2002

The completed work of Jesus as our Christ gives us the life God intended in the beginning.

IN CHRIST: THE REAL LIFE 4-28-02 I Peter 1:1-12 INTRODUCTION: The Apostle Peter wrote primarily to believing Jews who were dispersed throughout the Roman Empire. They were not citizens where they live… but resident aliens. They had no rights as citizens… consequently they ended up on the short ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 1:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Love, Prayer And Grace!

Contributed by Howard Strickland on Apr 1, 2006

Without these three elements working through believers we (the church) is powerless and purposeless.

Love, Prayer and Grace Text: Matthew 28:19-20 19 Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Living Lyrics Of The Lowly Life

Contributed by Bradley Boydston on Dec 21, 2002

One of the great surprises of Christmas is God’s propensity toward working thru the lowly.

- - - - - - - - - - Unless noted otherwise all scripture is quoted from the New Living Translation of the Bible. - - - - - - - - - - "Oh, how I praise the Lord. How I rejoice in God my Savior! For he took notice of his lowly servant girl, and now generation after generation will call me blessed.” ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-56

Denomination: *other

Mount Of Transfiguration

Contributed by Stephen Todd on Aug 9, 2004

Jesus has come to complete the work of Moses and Elijah through his death on the cross.

Sunday March 12, 2000 New Tribes Mission is a pioneer missionary organization. They target tribes who have never before heard the Gospel of Jesus Christ. One of their primary aims has been to translate the Word of God into the language of the tribe. Thirty years ago, a missionary would go out ...read more

Scripture: Luke 9:28-36

Denomination: Baptist

Idle Hands Series

Contributed by Guy Caley on May 5, 2006

11th & Final in the series "Left Behind: 1 & 2 Thessalonians." A theology of work.

2 Thessalonians 3:6-15 If you’re into bumper-sticker philosophy, you’ve probably seen the axiom, "I owe, I owe, so off to work I go." For a vast portion of the workforce, that’s the best reason they can muster for going to the job each day. According to one poll, only 43 percent of American office ...read more

Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Leaders' Family Life - (Part 6 Of 7) Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004

Paul sets before us a worthy goal-which most of us will work on for a lifetime.

Churches suffer when this category is ignored or downplayed. Paul listed three very specific requirements concerning a leader’s family life. We ignore them at our own peril. 1. Husband of one wife 1 Timothy 3:2 Unfortunately this qualification has been so wrapped up in controversy that we have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:2-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Pastor Encouragement - 4 Things God Wants You To Know About The Rest Of Your Life And Ministry

Contributed by Perry Hancock on Jan 20, 2020

This sermon is designed to encourage pastors and other ministers in their work. It is based on the faithful life of Caleb.

Introduction My assignment today is to encourage you in the work of the Lord. Most of your know that I served as a pastor before teaching at the Seminary. Since then, I have had the opportunity to serve in nine churches as Interim Pastor. I know a little bit about what you face every day. Each of ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 14:7-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Leaders' Reputation - (Part 4 Of 7) Series

Contributed by Joel Santos on Sep 23, 2004

Paul sets before us a worthy goal-which most of us will work on for a lifetime

1. Above reproach 1 Timothy 3:2 This phrase serves as a general summary of all the character qualities a leader should have. The Greek word describes a garment without any "folds." When applied to personal character, it means that leader must be free from any secret or hidden pockets of sins. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Chosen By God Series

Contributed by Timothy Darling on Dec 12, 2008

God loves you and values you. You are an important part of His kingdom work.

The blessing takes an additional facet On December 18, 520 BC God came to Haggai and announced to the people the end of the economic decline and crop failures. He said, "from now on I will bless you." On the same day, God sent a personal word to the governor, Zerubbabel. To Zerubbabel, when he ...read more

Scripture: Haggai 2:20-23

Denomination: Mennonite

A Well Oiled Machine - Part 4 Series

Contributed by Michael Calo on Nov 29, 2012

A Well Oiled Machine – unity – working with the whole – Christ as the head

The Body Beautiful Part 4 A Well Oiled Machine Psalm 133:1 How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in unity! It is God's purpose for all believer's to work towards unity of the faith. With many Christians, and especially with evangelicals, there has been a tendency to ...read more

Scripture: John 17:23

Denomination: *other