Sermons on working for salvation:

God Works In Before He Works Through

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Mar 1, 2013

Salvation is not the end of God’s plans for you, it is just the beginning.

God Works IN Before He Works THROUGH Ephesians 2:8-10 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/130303.mp3 Salvation is not the end of God’s plans for you, it is just the beginning. Our past guilt led to present grace and by that grace we are saved...and yet a future glory awaits, and not just in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Work It Out Series

Contributed by Mark Jones on Sep 25, 2011

EOLS: Salvation is by Grace, but God gives us the opportunity to work out our personal maturation.

Working it Out Philippians 2:12-13 (12) Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling, (13) for it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-12

Denomination: Methodist

Christ Of Salvation Series

Contributed by John Bright on Mar 22, 2021

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Luke 1:67-75 This sermon fell on the Fourth Sunday of Advent

Sermon: “Christ of Salvation” Luke 1:67-75 A sermon for December 20, 2020 Pastor John Bright - Harmony & Swansonville UMC Luke 1 “67 Now his father Zacharias was filled with the Holy Spirit, and prophesied, saying: 68 “Blessed is the Lord God of Israel, For He has visited and redeemed His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:67-75, Micah 3:5-8, John 8:31-34, 1 Corinthians 6:9-10, Romans 8:15, 1 Peter 1:13-15  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Salvation Is A Gift Of Grace Not A Wage From Works Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Dec 22, 2008

Salvation and Justification come by faith!

1. Justification… Salvation… they come to us by faith. a. It’s a wonderful work of God’s Grace that sinners can be cleansed, changed, and redeemed by faith! b. It’s not by keeping the 10 Commandments. c. It’s not by keeping elaborate codes of conduct. d. It’s not by rituals and religious ...read more

Scripture: Romans 4:1-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Work Out Your Salvation With Fear & Trembling!

Contributed by John Gaston on Feb 23, 2016

Fear & Trembling? Why would Paul say such a thing? Because the stakes are so high, because Christianity is not a game or a bedtime story! Because there is a heaven to gain and a hell to shun!

WORK OUT YOUR SALVATION WITH FEAR & TREMBLING Phip. 2:12-13 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: THE PRICE IS RIGHT 1. At a fabric store, a pretty girl spied a silky material that would be perfect for a dress and asked the male clerk, “How much does it cost?” 2. He smiled warmly. “Since ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Work Out Your Salvation With Fear And Trembling

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jun 17, 2022

Salvation is free. It is God's gift to mankind. Though free, it was purchased with the priceless blood of the son of God, Jesus Christ. It is the most expensive gift you will ever get. Guard it with all diligence and reverent fear. Don't toy with your salvation.

TEXT: Phil 2:12-13 (NIV) "Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13, 1 Corinthians 7:23, 2 Peter 2:20-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Marvelous Work Series

Contributed by Bobby Daniel on Aug 12, 2008

Sermon 2 from 4 part series called Changed from Inside Out from Ephesians 4; describes the incredible work that God does in saving us.

A Marvelous Work Ephesians 4:7-16 Intro: During our vacation 2 weeks ago we had the opportunity to visit the Creation Museum in Northern KY, just outside of Cincinnati. If you are not familiar with this facility, it is nearly 2 years old now and the brain child of Ken Hamm and the Answers in ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Work Continues

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on Oct 24, 2018

A sermon examining the fact that Jesus is still working in people's lives today.

The Work Continues Matthew 15:29-31 The story of Jesus Christ truly is the greatest story ever told. One of the greatest aspects of that story is the fact that it is not over. Though Jesus ascended to Heaven, He is still working here on earth. Jesus is still changing the hearts and lives of people ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 15:29-31

Denomination: Baptist

Blood Work

Contributed by Sean Dees on Feb 7, 2020

The blood is the only way but why?

(1)And Adam knew Eve his wife; and she conceived, and bare Cain, and said, I have gotten a man from the LORD. (2) And she again bare his brother Abel. And Abel was a keeper of sheep, but Cain was a tiller of the ground. (3) And in process of time it came to pass, that Cain brought of the fruit of ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-10

The Preserving Work Of God

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 24, 2021

The Father had a significant role in the past aspect of our salvation. Christ had the prominent role in our present salvation, and the Spirit holds the primary role in the future aspect of our salvation – sealing and preserving believers.

The Preserving work of God Ephesians 1: 11-14 Over the past couple weeks, we have been discussing the role of the Trinity regarding our salvation. We have considered the sovereign work of God the Father and the redeeming work of Christ the Son. As we conclude this powerful passage, we will examine ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:11-14

Denomination: Baptist

"Works, Works. Works!" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 16, 2002

We’re not saved by works, but are God’s works, created to walk in good works. (#19 in the Every Spiritual Blessing Series)

In verses 8 and 9 of Ephesians 2 we come to some words that are so familiar to those who have been Christians for a while, that they are almost too familiar. We’ve heard them preached and taught and debated; used as a sword against legalism, and unfortunately, a shield against any call to ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Orthodox

Working Out

Contributed by Robbie Shivar on Jan 7, 2008

I will work out my salvation by: Being dedicated to the routine Following the instruction to the routine Not griping about the routine

Introduction: Bart went in for his annual physical last week and under went the complete spread of test to evaluate his current physical condition. After the results were back, Bart met the doctor. As the doctor entered the room, he said, “Well, I have some good news and some bad news.” “What’s ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-16

Denomination: Baptist

Work Out What God Works In Series

Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Sep 2, 2009

What does it mean to work out our salvation with "fear and trembling"? In Philippians 2:12-17 we find 3 ideas that help unravel this important command.

WE FIND 3 IDEAS IN PHILIPPIANS 2:12-17 THAT HELP US WORK OUT WHAT GOD HAS WORKED IN. 1. WE HAVE A PRINCIPLE TO PRACTICE - PHIL.2:12-13 2. WE HAVE A PURITY TO PROTECT - PHIL.2:14-16 3. WE HAVE A PROMISE TO REJOICE OVER - PHIL.2:17 ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

A Know So Salvation

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Nov 10, 2013

Thirty-nine times John uses the word “know” in his first letter, to addresses this matter of uncertainty and to declare that you and I can have a “know so” salvation.

A KNOW-SO SALVATION 1 John 5:10-13 When a person’s life is filled with fear and doubts it is difficult for that person to live a happy and productive life. The fear and doubt stymie the individual. This is especially true when it comes to one’s spirituality. When asked if a person has ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:10-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Sovereign Work Of God

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Oct 2, 2021

Salvation is a multi-faceted provision, with past, present, and future implications. One is biblically correct in stating that we have been saved, we are being saved, and we will be saved.

The Sovereign work of God Ephesians 1: 3-6 As we continue to move through the first chapter of the Ephesian letter, we come to one of the greatest doctrinal passages in all of Scripture. It is interesting to note, in the original Greek, verses three through fourteen are one continual sentence. In ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-6

Denomination: Baptist