Sermons on apathy:

Caring For The Vineyard

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Oct 5, 2023

We can learn from the parable of the wicked vineyard tenants how to stay vigilant with being good stewards of God's Kingdom on earth.

THERE IS A COST INVOLVED WITH FOLLOWING JESUS. THERE ARE STRICT REQUIREMENTS OF SACRIFICE, INITIATIVE, AND EFFORT AS WE BECOME MORE PASSIONATE WITH HOLINESS AND THE PRIORITIES OF LOVING OUR NEIGHBOR, PROCLAIMING THE GOSPEL, AND BEING MORE FOCUSED ON THE KINGDOM OF GOD AND MAKING DISCIPLES. WE SEE ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:33-46, Philippians 3:7-14, 2 Corinthians 6:2, Luke 10:27, Isaiah 5:1-7, Psalm 118:22, John 15:4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Free Methodist

Go! And Be On Fire For God - Revelation 3:14-22 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 15, 2025

In Revelation 3:14-22, Jesus addresses the church in Laodicea with a warning and an invitation. He calls them neither hot nor cold but lukewarm, and He urges them to repent and renew their passion for Him.

Go! And Be On Fire for God - Revelation 3:14-22 Introduction: In Revelation 3:14-22, Jesus addresses the church in Laodicea with a warning and an invitation. He calls them neither hot nor cold but lukewarm, and He urges them to repent and renew their passion for Him. Today, we will explore what ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22, Romans 10:9, Hebrews 12:6, Proverbs 3:11-12, John 14:21  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

#6divine Possibilities: Rise Above The Minimum! Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Aug 15, 2005

Are we satisfied to barely make it? What could just a little more zeal and effort accomplish in our churches. Let us rise above the minimum!

SPEAK TO THE DIVINE POSSIBILITIES: RISE ABOVE THE MINIMUM? GROW PRIORITIES THAT INVEST IN THE ETERNAL! SEEK FIRST? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com We are studying Divine Possibilities: 1. Climb into God’s Envelope; 2. Accept the Mantle; 3. Starving at a feast; 4. Let God! 5. DYING ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Challenge Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Michael Luke on Feb 18, 2008

John 3:16 is known to all. Other 3:16 passages in the New Testament teach us important things about Jesus as well. This is Revelation 3:16

(adapted from a sermon series by Tom Ellsworth) SERIES: “DISCOVERING JESUS: The Other 3:16’s” TEXT: REVELATION 3:14-22 TITLE: “THE CHALLENGE OF JESUS” OPEN: A. I’m a fan of the “Rocky” movies 1. As a former Golden Gloves boxer, I can tell you that the fight scenes are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Raise Your Hands And Pray Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on May 17, 2015

There is a strong relationship between prayer and God's power over the church and our nation. When we raise our hands in prayer to God, the enemy is defeated. When we lower our hands, we allow the enemy to win the battle. The people of God must pray.

RAISE YOUR HANDS UP AND PRAY Text: Exodus 17:8-16 (NIV) " 8 The Amalekites came and attacked the Israelites at Rephidim. 9 Moses said to Joshua, “Choose some of our men and go out to fight the Amalekites. Tomorrow I will stand on top of the hill with the staff of God in my hands.” 10 ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 17:8-16

Denomination: Nazarene

Responding Courageously To A Challenge

Contributed by Christopher Arch on May 21, 2020

First message in a series on Nehemiah.

Title: “Responding Courageously to a Challenge” Type: Expos. – Series – PartII Script. Neh. 1 Where: GNBC 9-17-06/ rw 1-4-15 Intro: One summer morning as Ray Blankenship was preparing his breakfast, he gazed out the window, and saw a small girl being swept along in the rain-flooded drainage ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Mild, Medium Or Hot!

Contributed by Tony Searles on Apr 22, 2002

A picture of the church of Laodicea with a Buffalo, NY flavor... A great message to spur the church on to being "HOT" or "On Fire" for God.

Stand & Read - Rev. 3:14-22 "And to the angel of the church in Laodicea write: The Amen, the faithful and true Witness, the Beginning of the creation of God, says this: [15] ’I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot; I would that you were cold or hot. [16] ’So because you are ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 3:14-22, Romans 12:11

Denomination: Other

Don't Let Go

Contributed by Mike Rickman on Jul 26, 2003

How seriously do you take the word of God?

July 27, 2003 Morning Service Text: Hebrews 2:1-4 Subject: Eternal Security Title: Don’t Let Go There is a characteristic of human nature of which, I believe, we are all guilty of. That is taking things for granted. Let me give some examples. You get into your car and turn the key and what ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 2:1-4

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Bother? Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on Feb 15, 2007

This is the first in a series on evangelism based on Bill Hybel’s book of a similar title. What is our motivation for reaching out with the gospel of Jesus?

WHY BOTHER? Who can name the five purposes of the Church? Do you know what they are? Can you name one of the five purposes of the Church? (Worship, fellowship, discipleship, ministry, and evangelism). To be honest, I think that after the three ships most of us start scratching our heads. A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-7

Denomination: Mennonite

The Best Gift ---Teach Me How To Fish!

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Dec 6, 2006

Often we find in the church a heart searching for handouts. We must not just give away fish, we must teach the new generation how to fish. The best gift will keep on giving.

THE GIFT THAT KEEPS GIVING. ARE WE INVESTING IN THE EFFORT TO PASS THE MANTLE TO OTHERS? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is a two part lesson! I LOVE THE THOUGHT DON’T GIVE ME A FISH, I WILL NEED ANOTHER FISH TOMORROW. TEACH ME HOW TO FISH, AND I CAN CATCH MY OWN! I. WHAT IS ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:19

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Why Canadian Christians Vote On June 28th, 2004

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Jun 24, 2004

See how God works in us as agents of change to help others, love others through a thing called "voting" rather than revolting.

WHY CANADIAN CHRISTIANS VOTE ON JUNE 28th, 2004 June 28th tomorrow is decision time in Canada. I wonder who will be in power. Given the tight race between the Liberals and the Conservatives, as experts inform us, it seems we may have a minority government. But I will boldly predict this… There ...read more

Scripture: Romans 13:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical Free

I Don't Have Time! Series

Contributed by Travis Markes on Jan 17, 2007

Sermon #1 for the Christmas series Shopping for a Savior.

“SHOPPING FOR A SAVIOR” SERMON #1: “I DON’T HAVE TIME” LUKE 2:1-7 It was a few days before Christmas on the Oregon coast. Two men whose families lived next door opted to go sailing while their wives went Christmas shopping. An unexpected storm surprised the weekend sailors. Before long, the sea ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Vision

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Aug 14, 2010

It is what causes leaders to rise to the top of the bucket like cream. It is what separates leaders from followers, and separates mediocre leaders from great ones. Link inc. to formatted text, audio/video, PowerPoint.

Vision Nehemiah 2:17 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Vision.html It is the #1 distinguishing mark of a leader. It is what causes leaders to rise to the top of the bucket like cream. It is what separates leaders from followers, and separates mediocre leaders from great ones. Leaders understand ...read more

Scripture: Nehemiah 2:17

Denomination: Baptist

Slippery Slopes, Dried Up Hands...

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 5, 2010

If I ever wrote a lesson that needs to be studied this is it... let us consider Jeroboam and his moving the church to Dan and to Bethel for fleshly reasons... BEWARE! BEWARE!

SLIPPERY SLOPES, A DRIED UP HAND AND STILL REFUSES TO LEARN... By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com 2 Tim. 3:7 Ever learning, and never able to come to the knowledge of the truth. 2 Tim. 4:3 For the time will come when they will not endure sound doctrine; but after their own lusts ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 12:4-28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

A Nation At War - Spiritual Warfare Part 1 Series

Contributed by Emile Wolfaardt on May 8, 2009

(PowerPoint Slides freely available by emailing Emile@Wolfaardt.com) We have been at war but not in a war. Understanding the critical fight we are engaged in, and the stakes we are fighting for.

A Nation at War Ephesians 6:10-12 There’s more to life and living in this world than meets the eye. The Bible tells us that we are in a war zone where unseen spiritual forces battle constantly. As Christians we are part of this war. While the Bible assures us of victory, the tragic reality is that ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12

Denomination: *other