Sermons on Be An Evangelist:

Strange Case Of The Cursed Fig Tree

Contributed by John Gaston on Nov 10, 2021

Christ cursed a tree for not having fruit when it wasn't the season for figs. The real symbolism represents God's expectation that we be fruitful and 4 reasons are given why God's expectation is reasonable. Then 3 types of fruit we must have are identified.

STRANGE CASE OF THE CURSED FIG TREE Matthew 21:18-22 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR 1. Barbara Albright, a young woman, was discussing her dating life -- or lack thereof -- with her mother. She told her about a friend of hers who had been in a terrible car accident, broken both her legs, and wound up ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:18-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

One Body: An Exposition Of Ephesians 4:1-16

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Jul 26, 2021

what is God's vision for His Church and how does He bring this about?

One Body: An Exposition of Ephesians 4:1-16 One of my favorite hymns is “The Church’s One Foundation.” Christians share a common confession that Jesus Christ is Lord. He is the foundation of our faith. The writer goes on to say that the Church has been chosen from among all different nations over ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Are You Called To Be A Salvation Army Officer?

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 3, 2021

God is real. God is really here. He is among us. And every word in his book is the truth. We have amongst us here the answer to every question in the world.

And I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then I said, “Here am I! Send me.” Isaiah 6:8 God is real. God is really here. He is among us. And every word in his book is the truth. We have amongst us here the answer to every question in the world. I did ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 6:8

Denomination: Salvation Army

Mother's Day 2021 - My Upbringing And My Eternity

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on May 14, 2021

Mother's can be wonderful; a gift from God. Mother's can be terrible; a roadblock on the path to God. And, yet, everyone can still make it to Jesus. He is faithful. Praise His Holy Name!!!

My Upbringing and My Eternity Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Matthew 5:6-8 “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled. Blessed are the merciful, for they shall be shown mercy. Blessed are the pure in heart, for they ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:19-28, Genesis 26:34, Genesis 27:1-10, Genesis 27:41, Luke 19:10, Matthew 11:28-29, Acts 1:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Knowing The Mind Of God Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 4, 2025

When someone asked Einstein about his view of God, he replied “I want to know God’s thoughts. The rest are details.” What would it mean to know "God's thoughts", and what difference could it make in people's lives if we did?

Someone once asked Albert Einstein about his view of God, and he replied “I want to know God’s thoughts. The rest are details.” He wanted to know God’s thoughts, and he wanted to know that because – if he knew how God thought, He’d understand life. Albert Einstein once took a trip by train, ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Voice

Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Dec 29, 2024

John knew who he was; "I am the voice". A voice is temporary. A voice is fleeting. A voice is fading. John saw himself as a fading voice that is crying out in the wilderness. Each generation has a voice, and we are the temporary voice for this time for this place.

In 1948, ...a remarkable religious phenomenon occurred... in the United States. It began in a tent ... near Hollywood California, ...under the preaching ... of a young evangelist. The crowds were sparse at first ... but as the preaching continued, ... the crowds began to grow. At first, ... ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-29, Malachi 4:5, 2 Kings 2:11, Deuteronomy 18:15-19, John 3:30, Ephesians 6:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

For Such A Time As This

Contributed by Les Buttolph on Nov 21, 2025

God creates us for His purpose, and equips according to such a need

I’m not asking for a show of hands, but do you feel called by God for a particular purpose, or even being given an increasing number of tasks, to fulfill God’s purpose in your life? Do you feel God has given you physical and/or spiritual gifts to achieve His purposes for your life? His gifts may be ...read more

Scripture: Esther 4:1-4, 1 Corinthians 1:26-31

Denomination: Methodist

What Is The Good News?

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Dec 25, 2023

A reminder of the elements of the Gospel

What is the Good News? 1 Corinthians 15:1 Moreover, brethren, I declare unto you the gospel which I preached unto you, which also ye have received, and wherein ye stand; 2 By which also ye are saved, if ye keep in memory what I preached unto you, unless ye have believed in vain. 3 For I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 15:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Be Careful What You Imitate

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Nov 17, 2024

You have to be careful who and what you imitate. The results could be deadly. In life there are good examples and bad examples. People need to choose between the two. But even with warnings against bad examples, some people just don't seem to learn.

Alba 11-17-2024 BE CAREFUL WHAT YOU IMITATE III John 9-14 In the late 1990s, aspiring actor and writer Johnny Knoxville had moved from Knoxville, Tennessee to Los Angeles, California, and landed work in commercials in order to support his wife and infant daughter. Among his ideas was one to ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Lasting Words From A Loving Father

Contributed by Loyd C. Taylor on Mar 6, 2023

What is the greatest advice you have ever received? Thiis sermon will consider that question, and hopefully provide some helpful instruction for the believer, or the nonbeliever.

LASTING ADVICE FROM A LOVING FATHER Preached: January 2, 2022 Humor: You Win Daddy The story is told of a father of five children who came home with a toy. He summoned his children and asked which of them should be given the present. "Who is the most obedient one here? Who never talks back to ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:1-6, Proverbs 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

There Is One Spirit Series

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Apr 5, 2023

Sometime back the Associated Press carried this news article: "Glasgow, Ky.--Leslie Puckett, after struggling to start his car, lifted the hood and discovered that someone had stolen the motor."

Alba 4-2-2023 There Is One Spirit Ephesians 4:4 This morning's message is entitled “There Is One Spirit” from Ephesians chapter four, verse four. Sometime back the Associated Press carried this news article: "Glasgow, Ky.--Leslie Puckett, after struggling to start his car, lifted the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:4, Romans 8:6-9, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Discipleship- The Goal Of The Great Commission Series

Contributed by John Oscar on Mar 3, 2024

Pastor John teaches about the true goal of evangelism- disciples, not just converts.

The Goal of the Great Commission CCCAG 3-3-24 Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20; Mark 4:14-20 Let me ask everybody a quick question- how many of you have ever had to buy a gift for a child? Almost everybody here As a new parent you check out toys for safety, quality and if they'll hold up to a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18-20, Mark 4:14-20

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Back To School-Paul's Final Message Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 17, 2023

The book of 2 Timothy is Paul's last letter. In chapter 4 Paul gives what could be called his last message to Timothy. Look for the four types of disciples Paul mentions in verses 9-11.

(Based on a sermon preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO; not an exact transcription) Introduction: Paul had been convicted and sentenced to death. Before this happened, though, he wrote this second letter to Timothy. In keeping with our August “back-to-school” theme, we could say that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Building On The Blessing Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 10, 2024

If I'm persecuted because of my faith, I should rejoice and be glad? How does that work?

In August… of 325 A.D. the Roman Emperor Constantine brought together leaders from churches all across the Empire to a city called “Nicaea” to discuss a new heresy that had risen called Arianism. Arianism was a cult led by a man named Arius who taught that Jesus was NOT God… but was merely a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:11-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Our Friends

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 19, 2022

Today we are celebrating FRIEND’S DAY.

Friendship is a very special relationship that God has blessed us with, and I want to take this very special day and talk about OUR FRIENDS! I would like to do this by looking at the at the different kinds of FRIENDS that surround our life. First lets look at ... I. THE BAD FRIENDS I am sure ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 17:17

Denomination: Baptist