Sermons on Being Lost:

Evangelism, Whose Responsibility Is It?

Contributed by Kelly Benton on Mar 4, 2013

To share that it is our duty and calling to evangelize and reach the lost in this world.

Luke 15: 1-10 Now the tax collectors and sinners were all gathering around to hear Jesus. But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, “This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.” 3 Then Jesus told them this parable: “Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Other

Have You Lost Jesus In Your Life?

Contributed by Travis Markes on Aug 30, 2011

How easy it is to sometimes lose Jesus in our lives.

“Have you lost Jesus in your life?” Luke 2:41-52 This morning we are going to look at a unique story about Jesus. It is unique because it is the only recorded story describing an event that took place during the childhood of Jesus. It is also unique because Luke is the only writer to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52

Denomination: Baptist

The Lost Coin Of Luke 15:8-10

Contributed by Val Black on Oct 21, 2019

What is the significance of a woman in Bible times losing one particular coin and how does it relate to us today?

THE LOST COIN of Luke 15:8-10 Luke 15:8-10 "Or what woman, having ten silver coins, if she loses one coin, does not light a lamp, sweep the house, and search carefully until she finds it? 9 And when she has found it, she calls her friends and neighbors together, saying, Rejoice with me, for I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:8-10

Denomination: Charismatic

What Trips Your Trigger? Lost Passion?

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 29, 2021

How sad is it to lose your passion? This is a 3 part lesson on love, passion and zeal. Are you excited about life? What kills passion?

WHAT ACTION TRIPS YOUR TRIGGER? HAVE WE LOST OUR PASSION? LOVE IS #1… By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (3 PART LESSON) TEXT: Revelation 2:4 Nevertheless I have somewhat against thee, because thou hast left thy first love. GET REAL? ARE YOU EXCITED ABOUT YOUR LIFE? FAMILY? JOB? ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:4, Colossians 3:23, Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Finding Our Way When We Are Lost

Contributed by Gerald Van Horn on Sep 19, 2006

It’s easy to find directions with the technology of the Computor

Finding Directions For Life Text: Proverbs 15:24 “The way of life is above to the wise, that he may depart from hell beneath.” It’s easy to find directions with the technology of the computer. Some Atlas’ are very little help for they need up-dating ever so often. ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:24

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Intentionally Seeking The Lost. Rejoicing When They Are Found!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Sep 15, 2007

We are called to join in with God by deliberately, intentionally seeking out the lost. When the lost are found we are called to join with God in rejoicing!

A few years ago I was reading a book by Stephen Gaukroger. He tells the story of a New York Methodist minister who saw the need to bring his ‘ninety nine righteous’ sheep back into the fold. He put an advert in the local paper: “Lost, stolen or strayed; a large flock of Methodist sheep. They ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10

Denomination: Anglican

The Parable Of The Lost Sheep: A Message Of Redemption And Restoration

Contributed by Christian Jones on Jun 9, 2023

This timeless story carries a message of hope, redemption, and restoration that is relevant to each one of us, whether we are saved, backslidden, or seeking a deeper connection with God. Let us embark on a journey of inspiration and exhortation, as we look to this profound parable.

Point 1: The Shepherd's Love and Care In Matthew 18:10, Jesus begins by emphasizing the preciousness of each individual soul. Our Heavenly Father cares deeply for every person, regardless of their current spiritual state. Just as a shepherd would leave the ninety-nine sheep to search for the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:10-14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Being The Kind Of Church People Need

Contributed by Mike Turner on Nov 6, 2004

We cannot be the kind of church that everyone wants, but we can be the kind of church that everyone needs !

Being The Kind Of Church That People Need Acts 2:41-47 Introduction: I suppose there are many churches whose mission is to be the kind of church that appeals to everyone. That is an impossible task ! In fact, I believe it to be an unholy task. Here’s why.....in order for us to be the church that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 2:41-47

Denomination: Baptist

The Hope That Comes From Being Attractive Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Aug 13, 2017

This is the 30th sermon in the series "3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope".

Series: 3:16- Numbers That Bring Hope [#30] THE HOPE THAT COMES FROM BEING ATTRACTIVE Mark 3:16 Introduction: We live in day and age where physical appearance is a big deal. My mom says that, “Beauty is only skin deep; but other people say that, “Ugly goes all the way to the bone”. The Bible ...read more

Scripture: Mark 3:16

Denomination: Baptist

We Give Because We Were Lost.

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Apr 28, 2001

THis is a stewardship sermon which deals with different motivations for giving to the cause of Christ.

We Give Because We Were Lost 10/24/99 Eccle. 11:1-6 Luke 15:1-10 Let’s suppose that instead of God being the loving and gracious God that He is, suppose God was like what a lot of people think. Many think God is an old grandfatherly figure sitting on a throne ready to zap us for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-10, Ecclesiastes 11:1-6

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Have You Lost Your First Love?

Contributed by Colin Mcgeer on Aug 25, 2023

I once visited Ephesus and in that old destroyed city, I asked myself what the first love is. Find out what I received in that once great city.

Some years ago, I had the privilege of visiting Turkey. A Turkish man and one of his family members were going to do a business trip to Turkey so they invited me to go with them. I gladly accepted the invitation with one request that I would be allowed to spend a day in Ephesus. We were staying in ...read more

Scripture: Acts 19:8, Matthew 22:34-40, 1 John 4:7-8, 1 Peter 4:8, 1 John 4:17-18, John 19:26-27  (view more)  (view less)

The Man Who Lost Everything By Doing Nothing"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Mar 20, 2006

The third servant simply buried the talent and did nothing. This unprofitable servant lost everything by doing nothing! It is to this third man that I am directing this message. His thinking needed to be changed. He was wrong about seven things:

Note to SermonCentral readers: Please read the message on this text by Brian Bill. It helped to inspire this message. Thanks Bill! Text: Matthew 25: 14-30 Title: “The Man who lost Everything by doing Nothing” Introduction: Most of you are familiar with the story of the master who went on a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Baptist

Heaven Bound Pt 3 Paradise Is Not Lost Series

Contributed by Joe Hayes on Nov 21, 2008

Life, Joy, Sad, Bodies, Memory in Heaven you can listen to this message at www.preaching.co.nr (April 2008)

John Milton wrote the poem “Paradise Lost” it tells the story of Adam and his fall in the Garden of Eden. I have not personally read the poem (it is 12 books long) however, many criticise it for sympathising with Satan. My problem is in the title, because Paradise is not Lost. Paradise is not ...read more

Scripture: Luke 23:43

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Father Heart Of God

Contributed by Joel Smith on Jun 24, 2008

If your heart beats like the Father’s, you’ll love lost people too.

A several summers ago Laura and I witnessed every parent’s nightmare. As we soaked up the sun at Myrtle Beach, enjoying our annual vacation, watching Drake and Anna Gray, who were then still young enough to enjoy just playing in the sand, we noticed a man acting rather strangely. A barely ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:1-32

Denomination: Baptist

John 3:16 - Parable Of The Lost Miners Series

Contributed by Ross Cochrane on Oct 16, 2010

The day finally came when the escape hole was nearly finished. The king sent final instructions through to the men to prepare the way as he drilled through the final few feet to the roof of their prison.

A PARABLE OF THE LOST MINERS The world watched as 33 Chilean miners TRAPPED underground for 69 days were rescued. The last miner was rescued on Thursay October 14, 2010, a day marked with celebration and joy all around the world. The President of Chile said that Chile will never be the same. One ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational