Sermons on Working On Salvation:

"Saved?"

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Sep 6, 2005

While we’re attempting to reach "Harry and Sally" with updated methods and terminology, let’s not throw the baby out with the bath water

“But when the kindness of God our Savior and His love for mankind appeared, He saved us, not on the basis of deeds which we have done in righteousness, but according to His mercy, by the washing of regeneration and renewing by the Holy Spirit, whom He poured out upon us richly through Jesus Christ ...read more

Scripture: Titus 3:4-7

Denomination: Orthodox

Washed, Sanctified & Justified

Contributed by Grant Van Boeschoten on Aug 22, 2007

The 3 Miracles of Salvation from Paul’s letter to the Corinthian church. Find hope and purpose in this foundation for the Christian Faith.

The apostle Paul wrote first and second Corinthians to the church in Corinth. Corinth was a port city, located on the coast of Greece, 48 miles South West of Athens. The economy of Corinth was fueled by commerce from the sea as well as tourism. On any given day the city would be filled with ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-11

Treasury Of Wrath

Contributed by Ronnie Brown on Jun 9, 2006

For the hardened and haughty heart of the unrepentent sinner, God is heaping up a treasury of wrath to be poured out on the Day of Judgment.

Treasury of Wrath (Romans 2:1-11) When I say the word “treasure” or “treasury” what is the image that comes to your mind? Do you picture a newly discovered ancient seaman’s chest filled with gold coins, priceless gems, and gaudy pearls? Maybe you think of a heavily protected national bank and its ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:5-6

Denomination: Baptist

The Nightly Visitor

Contributed by Bill Butsko on Jun 10, 2006

Jesus explains to Nicodemus the mandatory requirement for entrance into the kingdom of God.

Scripture Reading: John 3:1-17 Message: “The Nightly Visitor” Text: This man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, “Rabbi, we know that You are a teacher come from God; for no one can do these signs that You do unless God is with him” (John 3:2). 1. Who was this man who came to Jesus by ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-17

Denomination: Christian Church

What Does God Want?

Contributed by Darrell Stetler Ii on Jul 20, 2004

What does God want from me? Give away all my money? Live as a hermit? We examine Micah’s answer to the ultimate question: How does God want me to live in the real world? *HANDOUT INCLUDED*

Background: I’m wearing my gym clothes this morning – warm-up pants, jersey, tennis shoes. I had a friend tell me he couldn’t find anything to wear to church. I told him that if he’d come, I’d wear my gym clothes. Here’s the sermon I preached. A lot of you are wondering why I’m wearing these ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:6-8

Denomination: Holiness

True Reality - Extreme Makeover Series

Contributed by Lin Smalec on Oct 31, 2005

Given the popularity of reality TV shows, this series challenges Christians to consider God’s True Reality.

Rev. Lin Smalec Salem Church, Waynesboro, PA TRUE REALITY - EXTREME MAKEOVER 30 October 2005 Reality TV - ya gotta love it, right? There are no other shows on TV these days that include such drama, suspense, and comedy! And we can even say that reality TV is educational - I don’t know ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Becoming A Soul Winner

Contributed by Tim Parsons on May 27, 2006

This message deals with soul winning, and bring people to christ

.” Becoming a soul winner with Jesus. John 4:1 – 42. In the third chapter of the Gospel of John, we meet a man named Nicodemus. He was a lost religious Jew who wanted to talk to Jesus. He came to Jesus at night so no one would see him. In the fourth chapter of the Gospel of John, we ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-42

Denomination: Church Of God

Don't Miss Your Miracles

Contributed by Rick Crandall on Dec 21, 2005

God has some miracles for you.

Don’t Miss Your Miracles Hebrews 1:1-9 Sermon by: Rick Crandall McClendon Baptist Church Dec. 21, 2005 *Christmas is a time for miracles... -Gabriel’s announcement to Mary... -Joseph’s dream of guidance to take Mary as his wife... -The virgin birth... -Angels appearing to the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Even An Old Man Can

Contributed by Mark Aarssen on Mar 15, 2008

There remains for all of us, Jewish believers, Christians and Muslims only one name under heaven by which we can be saved. Jesus Christ. Do you need to take your spiritual life into the garage for an overhaul?

Even an Old Man Can I know many of you have heard this passage many, many times and can probably quote it to me. But before you all take a mental holiday I want to try to present this passage with a new perspective that may interest you. Easter is a time when we think about the sacrifice, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

What Must I Do To Be Saved?

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jan 10, 2005

EPIPHANY 1(B) - What must I do to be saved is a question of desperation which needs God’s gracious answer of salvation.

WHAT MUST I DO TO BE SAVED? (Outline) ACTS 16:25-34 - January 9, 2005 - EPIPHANY 1 INTRO: Questions. Questions. The world is full of questions that seem to have no one good answer. One such question is why? Many often ask that eternal question of why. Sometimes they are satisfied with ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:25-34

Denomination: Lutheran

Few Are Chosen

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 30, 2002

This outline differentiates between the "called" of Matthew 22:14 and the "called" of Romans 8:30. In the Matthew passage, only a few of the many who were called responded to the invitation. In the Romans passage, all who are called become the children of

THE CHOSEN FEW "For many are called, but few are chosen." Matthew 22:14 I. A NECESSARY CLARIFICATION OF TERMS: It is important to distinguish between the "called" in Matthew 22:14 and the "called" in Romans 8:30. The "called" in Romans 8:30 refers to those who, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:14, Romans 8:30

Denomination: Baptist

God's Artwork Series

Contributed by Tim White on Mar 1, 2015

We are saved for good works as God's artwork, and the difference He makes in our lives must be seen.

Sculptures have always amazed me. You have heard the story of the man who carved art out of logs using a chain saw. His specialty was carving the shape of an angry bear. He loved for people asked him how he did it. He would answer, “I just cut away everything that doesn’t look like an ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:8-10

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Miss The Kingdom Series

Contributed by John Bright on May 27, 2023

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

"Don’t Miss the Kingdom" Luke 13:18-35 A sermon for 10/9/22 Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor John Bright Luke 13 22 And He went through the cities and villages, teaching, and journeying toward Jerusalem. 23 Then one said to Him, “Lord, are there few who are saved?” And He ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:18-35, Daniel 4:3, Psalm 103:19, Romans 13:1, John 18:36, Zechariah 4:10, John 14:6, 2 Corinthians 6:1-2, 1 Thessalonians 4:15-18, 1 Thessalonians 5:1-10, Matthew 21:8-9, John 3:5-6  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

"Double For Your Trouble!"

Contributed by Kevin Smith on Jun 19, 2004

God could have & should have wiped us all out in the beggining, but because of his grace & mercy he allows us, like Job, to not just have life but to have it more abundantly & ultimately, get everything we didn’t deserve."

I. Introduction: I am convinced today that one of the hardest things to do as believers is to endure trials, tribulations, and struggles. We wish that life was just a bed of roses and that everything was just peachy keeny all the time. But the truth be told, trials & tribulations are a way of life ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:7-17

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Miracles Without A Message!"

Contributed by Kevin Smith on Feb 25, 2006

This sermon talks about how we have gotten caught up as a church in miracles, healings, and a false move of God, and have lost the REAL message of the cross!!!

"Miracles Without A Message!" 2nd Timothy 4:1-6 Sunday, February 26, 2006 I. Introduction: -verse 4: (Theme verse) -Present Title. -The church has lost it’s message and it’s power in the world today. (Elaborate.) -We focus too much now on miracles, healings, and deliverances now and not enough on ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-6

Denomination: Pentecostal