Sermons on Works Salvation:

Jesus Will Do God's Will And Finish God's Work In Me

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jul 27, 2016

To show that GOD gave us spiritual food at the same time to enjoy while here on earth, and this food is to accomplish and completely finish His work on earth, the work of winning souls to His vineyard.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you immortal? Not yet, but time will come I will have access on the tree of life. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers/unbelievers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD gave us spiritual food at the same time to enjoy while here on earth, and this food is to accomplish and completely ...read more

Scripture: John 4:34

Denomination: Pentecostal

What's The Deal?

Contributed by Jon Mackinney on Nov 10, 2010

The complete unfairness of grace...what a concept! We want our reward to be commensurate with our works. And it's tough when it's not!

Passage: Matthew 20:1-16 Intro: Do you remember the story of David and his confrontation with Nathan? 1. David had committed adultery, had husband killed, confronted by the prophet in a unique way. 2. story of man who stole pet lamb to feed guests, …sucked David in…”you are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"Being At The Right Place At The Right Time"

Contributed by Michael Bowen on Jun 10, 2013

Theme: "Finding Your Place Of Service"

I. God’s Calling Is Personal (v. 6-9a) A. He Calls People Involved (v. 6-8) B. He Calls People Individually (v. 9a) II. God’s Calling Is Persistent (v. 9b) A. To Show The Concern Is ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

Actions Speak Louder Than Words

Contributed by Ian Hyde on Mar 29, 2020

Evangelical Christianity often struggles with the words of James 2 when he declares things like "faith without works is dead," and "Abraham was justified by works." This sermon reconciles his meaning to that of Paul and demonstrates genuine faith is always expressed in works.

GHOSTS IN A CULTURE'S PAST During my Sophomore year of college at Wartburg College – a Lutheran school in Northeast Iowa, I had the privilege of taking a class which took us to Germany for a month to tour sites associated with the Reformation, as we learned about the history of the movement ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-26, Romans 4:1-5, Ephesians 2:8-10, Hebrews 11:8-12

Denomination: Nazarene

Faith In Action. The Book Of James

Contributed by David Cramer on Nov 7, 2024

A message of hope and direction for is as Christians. Giving us direction on hoe to live for the Lord in the times we live in.

Stand with me and lift your bible and repeat after me. This is my Bible. I am what it says I am. I can do what it says I can do. I am going to learn how to be what it says I can be. Today I will learn more of the word of God. The indestructible, never ending, living word Of God. I ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

64. Law And God's Holy People Series

Contributed by Gary Regazzoli on Nov 17, 2018

The New Covenant produces the genuine righteousness the old law failed to do in God’s holy people

IN GOD'S IMAGE 64 - LAW AND GOD'S HOLY PEOPLE This message is part of a series of 90 sermons based on the title, “In God’s Image – God’s Purpose for humanity.” This series of free sermons or the equivalent free book format is designed to take the reader through an amazing process beginning ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-2, Jeremiah 31:33, Romans 6:6-7, Romans 6:18, 2 Corinthians 5:14-15, Romans 6:14, Romans 4:5, Ephesians 2:8-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

Unsaved "christians"

Contributed by David Mende on Jul 13, 2009

Good works are not the root of salvation, but they sure are the fruit of salvation. There are so many "Christians" in our churches who are not really saved. I would be delighted if you could rate this sermon and give brief feedback.

Unsaved “Christians” (Preached first on 02/11/08, Sunday) Text: Luke 6:43-46 Explain the Scripture text. Illustration: The great evangelist, Billy Graham, has been quoted many times as saying that the greatest mission field in our country to today is in our local church – the people sitting ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:43-46

Denomination: Assembly Of God

"One Who Is Born Of God . . ." Series

Contributed by Dave Mcfadden on Sep 21, 2016

What will characterize the life of one who is born of God?

John uses the term "born of God," seven times in this book. To be born again means that we are born spiritually, becoming spiritually alive to God and a personal love relationship with Him. But what is required of me if I am to be "born again?" READ Verse 1a It's been said that there are three ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

I Will Remember Series

Contributed by Larry Grant on Aug 4, 2024

The key to victory in this world is to remember what God has done for you in the past.

Psalm 77:10-14 (NKJV) “I Will Remember” August 4, 2024 You have heard me preach for over 15 years that the same God who healed the sick in the bible is still willing to do the same today. You’ve heard me tell you that God still provides for needs now as much as He did from the beginning of time. ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 77:10-14

Denomination: Baptist

Holy Spirit And The Sinner Series

Contributed by Davon Huss on Mar 12, 2012

A sermon on how the Holy Spirit works on the heart of an unforgiven sinner (Much material taken from Dr. Jack Cottrell's book, Power From On High, Chapter 6 The Work of the Holy Spirit before Conversion, and the book, The Holy Spirit: A Biblical Study, c

HoHum: Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall! These famous words were said by President Ronald Reagan in a speech at the Brandenburg Gate near the Berlin Wall on June 12, 1987. 29 months later the wall was torn down. Interestingly, these famous words were originally written by Peter Robinson, a ...read more

Scripture: John 16:8-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The  Danger  Of  An  Empty  House  (Christ The King Sunday 2022)

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Nov 18, 2022

Consider what provoked Jesus to teach this parable.  Jesus had healed a man who was unable to speak. His opponents in the crowd accused Jesus of working for the devil (Luke 11:15) whose works Jesus came to destroy (I John 3:8).

Luke 11:21 "When a strong man, fully armed, guards his own house, his possessions are safe. 22 But when someone stronger attacks and overpowers him, he takes away the armor in which the man trusted and divides up his plunder. 23 "Whoever is not with me is against me, and whoever does ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:21-26

Denomination: United Methodist

The Ingredients Of The Gospel Series

Contributed by Scott Maze on Jun 16, 2021

Preaching a different message is not a minor defect. This is not a trivial matter for Paul says if you alter the engine of the Gospel, then you will go to hell at the end of time.

You’ve Got the Time is taking 28 minutes a day to listen to the New Testament on mp3. You’ll cover the entire New Testament in just forty days. 28 minutes a day for forty days – it’s just that simple. And if you’re behind in your reading/listening, do as Dori did in the movie, Finding Nemo, “Just ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 1:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Becoming More Like Christ

Contributed by Ivy Drafor-Amenyah on Jul 19, 2020

Becoming more like Christ is the desire of every Christian. The more we get to know Him, the more we become like Him

The ultimate of our Christian life is to become like Jesus. God created us in His own image according to Genesis 1:26. That means everything. He wants us to be like Him. That nature of God in man was marred by sin. God has been longing to see that image restored in us. When we come to Christ, that ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12, Philippians 3:7-11, John 15:1-7

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Boldness Meets Worldly Denial Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jan 29, 2024

When the message of the Gospel is proclaimed, the results are up to God. When society is confronted with the truth - the response will always be different - but it should not change the message!

To the Ends of the Earth, Part 5 When Boldness Meets Worldly Denial Acts 4:1-22 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons Church & 2024 sermon series, “To the Ends of the Earth” -- In 2023 we unpacked the beginning of all history (Creation/Fall/Promise) -- And we looked ahead, anticipated the ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:1-22, Matthew 16:26, Matthew 18:20, Matthew 5:11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rahab: Rescued And Redeemed

Contributed by Rick Finitzer on Nov 6, 2014

JUDGMENT IS COMING! We, however, need to be very careful to not miss what God is doing in the world! He is actively at work reaching people we might not expect!

Cornerstone Church November 2, 2014 “Rahab – Rescued and Redeemed” Joshua 2 “In Genesis 18:25, Abraham asked a question that puts things in perspective: ‘Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right?’ As humans, we recoil from the concept of judgment. We ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 2:1-24

Denomination: Evangelical Free