Playlist: Salvation, Work Out Your Own (topic)
Work Out Your Own Salvation
Sermon by Kim MyersSalvation is a gift from God, but believers are instructed to "work out your own salvation with fear and trembling" (Philippians 2:12). This does not mean earning salvation through works, but rather actively engaging in the process of spiritual growth and obedience to God. It involves a personal responsibility to live out the …
Keep Yourself From Idols
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsAn idol is anything in our lives that occupies the space which should be occupied by God alone, anything having a controlling force in our lives.
No Work, No Eat
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughThe concept of working out one's own salvation is rooted in the broader biblical exhortation to personal responsibility and diligent labor, both physical and spiritual. This connection is established through Paul's warnings in II Thessalonians 3:6-15, where he commands that those who refuse to work should not eat, and that idle, …
Are You Fighting the Good Fight?
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsMainstream Christianity espouses the pernicious doctrine of, 'Let go and let God,'" which releases us from any obligation to overcome and build character.
Real Conversion
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe process of conversion is actually God's workmanship creating a new spiritual being with godly spiritual character- the image of Christ.
Patience With Growth
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughFruit maturation takes time. Waiting for the fruit is just part of the story; while we wait, we must also work, including thinning and pruning.
Unity Through Humility
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughCompetition in the church can lead to disaster, destroying harmony and unity. Competition and pride destroy unity; humility and cooperation enhance unity.