Sermons on Works Vs Justification:

Thanksgiving Vs Entitlement : What Is Our Choice? Series

Contributed by Dr. Madana Kumar, Phd on Oct 28, 2018

One of the major reason for our hearts to become ungrateful is our sense of Entitlement

Today we celebrate as Thanksgiving Day. The topic of Thanksgiving is very familiar. The Bible speaks volumes about the topic. The Psalms are resplendent with affirmations of thanksgiving to the Lord for His good ness and mercy. “Oh Give Thanks to the Lord…” rings out loud and clear in this book. We ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Numbers 11:4-6, Matthew 20:1-15

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Battle For The Soul Of America: Progressivism Vs. Americanism

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Apr 26, 2021

Time and again humanity on this Earth comes to the brink of collapse. We live in a world where there is a rather large pit of darkness. And many times a century from this pit flows a mammoth flood of evil, in many a form, threatening to crush civilization.

Time and again humanity on this Earth comes to the brink of collapse. We live in a world where there is a rather large pit of darkness. And many times a century from this pit flows a mammoth flood of evil, in many a form, threatening to crush civilization. Our present era is no different. ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 5:19

Denomination: Salvation Army

Abraham’s Faithful Work! Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 1, 2010

James teaches that Abraham's faith that Paul taught about in Romans chapter four is the same faith that the Holy Spirit inspired him to write about and both he and Paul teach that biblical faith is a working faith.

INTRODUCTION 1. Open your bible to James 2:21-24. 2. In the earlier lessons from this chapter James has declared and illustrated over and over the truth that a Christian is saved, “not by just faith, but rather by faith and works”. 3. In the last six verse of the second chapter of ...read more

Scripture: James 2:21-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Stay Th Same Vs Shift The Gears

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 15, 2025

Seems it is easier to stay the same than to change. Why do we fear changing for the better. Understand METATHESIOPIA., THE FEAR OF CHANGE. Paradigm shift.

STAY THE SAME VS. SHIFT THE GEARS (Metathesiophobia) By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) *METATHESIOPHOBIA: METH means change, phobias means fear. *PARARDIGM: (paer-e-daim, parr-e dyme) break the habits? The way you do things, the pattern, the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:27, Matthew 24:22, Galatians 6:7-9

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Alcohol-Vs-You: Who Will Win The Battle?

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 1, 2013

What are the long term ramifications of the recreational, pleasure use of alcohol as a beverage. What will that first drink mean for you in your future and the future of others?

Today is the last Sunday of 2012. How has the year flown past so quickly? If you can remember way back to November we started taking a look at the Covenant of Christian Conduct which a person agrees to honor when they join the Church of The Nazarene and become members. Initially we took a look ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 22:3

Denomination: Nazarene

Temptation Vs. Testing And Trials - What's The Difference? Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Aug 5, 2015

Earlier in the first chapter of James much has been said about testing and trials but now James turns his attention to temptation. How are they alike and how are they different, especially since the Greek word is the same for both? Let's take a look!

James 1:1-15 “James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, to the twelve tribes scattered among the nations: “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-15

Denomination: Nazarene

The Battle’s On: The Spirit Vs. The Flesh Series

Contributed by Scott Chambers on Feb 21, 2011

This message is the third in a series designed to be a journey of discovery. The goal of the series is to help each of us gain a better understanding of the Holy Spirit. This message examines the Spirit’s role in our ongoing battle with flesh.

How many of you have ever felt hopeless about your spiritual life improving? Paul’s words in Romans 8 should provide us with some hope. We often look at our spiritual lives and feel like we are failing to make any progress. Paul speaks of the reality of this struggle that is going on in each of our ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:1-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Speaking Evil Of Others” Vs. "Righteous Judgment” Series

Contributed by John Wright on Feb 1, 2010

James warns against speaking evil against a brother in Christ and teaches that when one is guilty, then they also become guilty of judging the law.

INTRODUCTION #22 1. Open your bibles to James 4:11&12. 2. In James 4:11 the command “do not speak evil of one another, brethren” is a continuation of warnings spoken of in James 4:1&2 where James warned against the “wars and fighting’s” going on among members of the church due to selfish and ...read more

Scripture: James 4:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Program Of Self Vs A Greater Than Jonah! Series

Contributed by Victor Ramlall on Oct 31, 2013

God give an object lesson in His mercy and nondiscrimination concerning salvation to all and exposes Jonah's lack of grace.

Jonah Chapter 4 If I am allowed to headline the four chapters one maybe humorous way would be like this: Politically perverse prophet purposefully pursued by God Prayerfully penitent prophet precisely protected by God Powerfully preaching prophet pointedly pushed by God Pitifully ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 4:1-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Sooners Vs. The Soft - Matthew 5:5 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Jul 4, 2024

This passage describes one of the virtues of Jesus that he explicitly drew attention to because of how important it is, and yet it’s one of the least desired virtues even among Christians. This message reveals the meaning of meekness, and how to become more meek.

Matthew 5:1-12 Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them, saying: 3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

As Worthless As A Dead Battery Series

Contributed by Chris Anderson on Mar 19, 2023

Message 5 in a series through James that helps us explore the relationship between faith and works in our lives. James was the half-brother of Jesus and the leader of the church in Jerusalem

I have the good pleasure of working alongside several self-proclaimed mechanical ignoramuses. And between these two guys, they have a LOT of talent and God has gifted them with things that he didn’t give me. But the one skillset that neither of them has ever been accused of is this: auto mechanic. ...read more

Scripture: James 2:14-24, Matthew 25:34-40, Matthew 7:16-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Knowing Christ Vs. Knowing About Christ.

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Mar 25, 2001

Year C. Fifth Sunday in Lent April 1st , 2001

Year C. Fifth Sunday in Lent April 1st , 2001 Lord of the Lake Lutheran Church Web page http://lordofthelake.org By The Rev. Jerry Morrissey, Esq., Pastor E-mail pastor@southshore.com Philippians 3: 4b -14 Title: “Knowing Christ vs. Knowing About Christ.” A few verses above in chapter three ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:4-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Choice Of 2 Trails: Victory Vs Destruction

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 27, 2024

Life is about choices. We can walk in victory or we can walk in destruction. We look at the holy week vs Jezebel/Ahab's choices that lead to depression and destruction.

CHOICE OF TWO TRAILS: VICTORY OR DESTRUCTION. By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com. HAVE YOU EVER CONSIDERED THE TRAILS BEFORE US… YOU ARE OF GREAT VALUE TO GOD. GOD GAVE. GOD GAVE HIS ONLY SON. HOW VALUABLE YOU’RE YOUR MUST BE FOR SATAN TO THROW EVERY EFFORT AND TIRELESS PURSUE YOU ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16, 1 Kings 21:1-4, 1 Kings 21:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Ii. The Prayer To God (Vs.4-6) Series

Contributed by David Darst on Jun 4, 2020

Again we see the biblical model that: Praise Proceeds Prayer -- we see this in the Model Prayer: (Mat 6:9 NKJV) "In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name.

II. The Prayer to God (vs.4-6) Again we see the biblical model that: Praise Proceeds Prayer -- we see this in the Model Prayer: (Mat 6:9 NKJV) "In this manner, therefore, pray: Our Father in heaven, Hallowed be Your name. A. God Hears (4a; 6a) This seems to be one of the most important ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:9, Psalm 34:4-6, Luke 11:9-10, Psalm 56:8-9, Romans 8:26, 1 John 5:14-15, Job 5:19, Hebrews 12:2, Romans 10:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Worship Style Vs. Substance Part Ii Series

Contributed by David Scudder on Oct 16, 2007

All humans are drawn to glorifying man, just look at the popular TV shows. Christians on the other hand should be glorifying God.

Worship: Style Verses Substance Part II Psalm 96:1-13 Purpose: To describe how to get closer to our God. Aim: I want the listener to work at intentionally worshiping God. INTRODUCTION: The media industry is obsessed with glory. Magazines and other publications seek to display the beauty and the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 96:1-13

Denomination: Independent/Bible