In Sermon Illustrations: "Pastor Humor" showing 21-40 of 2,874

Pastoral ...

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 11, 2008

Pastoral Appreciation Pastors are very thankful to the Lord for every worker that God has given to the church of Jesus Christ. There is no greater blessing than to see obedient Christians exercise their gifts under the guidance of agape love. Whether it be the gift of helps, administration, ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:11

Tags: Pastors

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Humorous Story Is Told Of A Baseball Manger ...

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 3, 2006

The humorous story is told of a baseball manger who decided to play a rookie in right field one day. The regular fielder wasn’t happy about it and loudly makes it know from the bench that it was a big mistake to play the kid. As it turned out the rookie was so nervous that he messed up ...read more

Tags: Becoming A Christian

Denomination: Baptist

The Hilarious Baptism Experience!

Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Mar 2, 2014

I remember the time I came to the platform to officiate in a formal wedding. I had just come out of the bathroom and didn't realize until I was in front of all those people that stuck to my shoe and trailing behind was an eight-foot stream of toilet paper I remember the time I looked down in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:19-20

Tags: Baptism, Easter, Humor, Pastors

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Soap And Water!

Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Oct 28, 2019

A pastor and his wife were asked to dinner by one of his church members. He knew she was a bad housekeeper, but still agreed. When he sat down at the table, he noticed that the dishes were the dirtiest he had ever seen in his life. "Were these dishes washed?" he asked his hostess, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:22

Tags: Humor, Pastors, Cleanliness, Dogs

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Kidis The Last Container Of A Sense Of Humor, ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 11, 2007

"A kidis the last container of a sense of humor, which disappears as he gets older, and he laughs only according to the way the boss, society, politics, or race want him to. ...read more

Tags: Children

A Person Without A Sense Of Humor Is Like A ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 12, 2007

A person without a sense of humor is like a wagon without springs jolted ...read more

Tags: Humor

Humor Is The Salt Of Personality. Its Presence ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 12, 2007

"Humor is the salt of personality. Its presence is an evidence of good nature, of an appreciation of the real values of life, and of the lack of tenseness that characterizes some people. It is the most effective means of easing a difficult situation. Here it is ...read more

Tags: Humor

Good Humor Is A Tonic For Mind And Body. It Is ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 12, 2007

Good humor is a tonic for mind and body. It is the best antidote for anxiety and depression. It is a business asset. It attracts and keeps friends. It lightens human ...read more

Tags: Humor

Humor Simultaneously Wounds And Heals, Indicts ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 12, 2007

"Humor simultaneously wounds and heals, indicts and pardons, diminishes and enlarges; it constitutes inner growth at the expense of outer gain, and those who possess and honestly practice it ...read more

Tags: Humor

Humor Is A Hole That Lets The Sawdust Out Of A ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 12, 2007

Humor is a hole that lets the sawdust out of ...read more

Tags: Humor

God Likes A Little Humor, As Evidenced By The ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 12, 2007

"God likes a little humor, as evidenced by the fact that He made the monkey, the ...read more

Tags: Humor

A Well-Developed Sense Of Humor Is The Pole That ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Apr 12, 2007

A well-developed sense of humor is the pole that adds balance to your step as ...read more

Tags: Humor

A Sense Of Humor Costs Nothing, But Not Having ...

Contributed by Davon Huss on Oct 3, 2009

"A sense of humor costs nothing, but not having one can be very costly." This quote is from a book entitled Laugh, Lead, and Profit: Building Productive Workplaces with Humor, by Bob Ross. If ...read more

Tags: Joy

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Mother's Day Humor!

Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Apr 19, 2022

A little boy forgot his lines in a Sunday School presentation. His mother was in the front row to prompt him. She gestured and formed the words silently with her lips, but it did not help. Her son's memory was blank. Finally, she leaned forward and whispered the cue, "I am the light of ...read more

Tags: Church, Children, Sunday School, Humor, Mothers, Mother's Day, Light Of The World  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unintentionally Humorous Texts: The "Cow”-Vangelists?

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Mar 29, 2024

Introduction: Who would have thought that the lowing of two cows would mean something wonderful for Israel? Something wonderful did happen! Text: 1 Samuel 6:7-12, KJV: 7 Now therefore make a new cart, and take two milch kine, on which there hath come no yoke, and tie the kine to the cart, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 6:7-12

Tags: Philistines, Ark Of The Covenant, Coffers

Denomination: Baptist

On Christmas Afternoon, The Pastor’s Wife ...  PRO

Contributed by Evie Megginson on Mar 17, 2001

On Christmas afternoon, the Pastor’s wife dropped into an easy chair saying, "Boy! Am I ever tried." Her husband looked over at her & said, "I had to conduct two special services last night, three today, & give a total of five sermons. Why ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:11-19, Luke 18:9-14

Tags: Humility, Gifts Prophecy, Temptation Pride

Denomination: Baptist

A Methodist Pastor Says To A Baptist Pastor, ...  PRO

Contributed by Bruce Howell on Aug 4, 2001

A Methodist pastor says to a Baptist pastor, “If I immerse somebody just up to his ankles, it that enough?” “No,” answers the Baptist. “How about up to his knees?” “Nope.” “How about up to his shoulders?” “No sir!” “You mean I’ve got to get the water over the top of his head?” “That’s ...read more

Tags: Church Practices, Baptism

Denomination: Wesleyan

Pastor's Bible Preference: A Poll Of Pastors ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Jan 18, 2006

Pastor’s Bible Preference: A poll of pastors conducted by Ellison Research, finds 31% prefer the NIV, 23% --KJV, 14%--NRSV, 13%--NKJV, and 10%--NASV. Pastors of small churches, over age 60 and in the South tend to favor the KJV. The NIV is strongest in the Midwest and West, while the NRSV scored ...read more

Tags: Bible Influence

Pastoral Pay Increases: Compensation For Pastors ...

Contributed by Sermon Central on Jan 27, 2006

Pastoral Pay Increases: Compensation for pastors has increased faster than inflation over the last 25 years, finds a Duke University Divinity School survey. Median pay for Protestant clergy in the U.S.—including the value of provided housing—is now $40,000, similar to that of school-teachers and ...read more

Tags: Church General

The Leaky Roof - Common Sense

Contributed by Loyd C. Taylor on May 27, 2024

Humor: Common Sense: The Pastor and the Leaking Roof One a church had replaced the roof. The pastor and some folks were in the Fellowship Hall celebrating the great accomplishment, when a horrific thunderstorm came. The roof started leaking right on top of the pastor’s head. Embarrassed and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 2:6, Proverbs 14:8, Ephesians 4:26, Proverbs 14:29, Genesis 4:5, Romans 12:19, James 3:1-8  (view more)  (view less)

Tags: Anger, Common Sense, Embarrassing, Lol, Projects, Buildings, Pastor Humor, Facilities  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist