Sermons on Busyness:

God’s Calling Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon will explore the concept of God's call to every individual for salvation and service, emphasizing the need to discern this call amidst life's distractions.

Welcome church family! I’m very excited today as we begin a powerful 3-week series together. Called & Anointed draws upon the testimonies of Samuel the prophet and David, the king of Israel. A.W. Tozer once said, "God is looking for people through whom He can do the impossible. What a pity we plan ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-10, 1 Corinthians 12:7

Topics: God's Calling, Salvation, Apostolic Power

Sermon Series: Called & Anointed

Service That Satisfies

Contributed by Cameron Cloud on Oct 18, 2000

Introduction: One of the most successful quarterbacks in football history is Troy Aikman of the Dallas Cowboys.

Introduction: One of the most successful quarterbacks in football history is Troy Aikman of the Dallas Cowboys. An article in Texas Monthly tells of the night after winning his first Super Bowl. Instead of celebrating with his teammates, he went to his hotel room and stayed by himself for a couple ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:3-9

Naming The Baby

Contributed by Howard Mcglamery on Dec 9, 2002

A sermon on the names of Jesus taken from Isaiah 9:6

NAMING THE BABY Isaiah 9:6 Introduction The naming of a baby is a very, very happy time. It can also be a very meaningful time. In the Bible, names were given and the names had significance. They had meaning. What’s in a name? When Jesus was born there was a name given to Him. "Jesus" ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 9:6, Isaiah 9:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Christmas Eve

Contributed by Joseph Neil Adams on Jan 3, 2008

A midnight Holy Communion address about the significance of the Nativity for us & the world

Hebrews 1: 1 - 4 Isaiah 9: 2 - 7 Luke 2: 1 - 7 The writer of the Hebrews letter or epistle gets excited at the start. He says this is how things were, but now WOW! Maybe because we have heard all of this, the story of Christmas and the incarnation, we lose some of excitement he felt. We take for ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 1:1-4

Denomination: Methodist

Hard Work, Sharing Jesus Stories And Resting!

Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Jul 26, 2006

After being sent out in teams, the disciples shared their stories with Jesus and he invited them to rest. We too are called to work hard, share ’Jesus’ stories and to rest.

“The apostles gathered round Jesus and reported to him all they had done and taught” (v30). Jesus had sent the disciples out in twos, with instructions (6:8-11). They had gone out with the message of repentance (6:12); they had anointed many sick people with oil and healed them (6:13). It seems ...read more

Scripture: Mark 6:30-34

Denomination: Anglican

Which Soil Am I On? Series

Contributed by James Chandler on Sep 10, 2024

God is the farmer

That same day Jesus went out of the house and sat by the lake. Such large crowds gathered around him that he got into a boat and sat in it, while all the people stood on the shore. Then he told them many things in parables, saying: "A farmer went out to sow his seed. As he was scattering ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-9

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

What Are You Doing Here?

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jun 23, 2019

The sermon asks the prophet and us what are we doing here?

“What Are You Doing Here?” 1 Kings 19:1-15 1. The scriptures tells all that Elijah had done. Elijah last great feat he had just came down from my Mt Carmel It is here he alone defeated the god Baal here He slays 450 prophets of Baal Problem arises the queen Jezebel is furious because Elijah ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 19:1-15

Denomination: Methodist

"A Night Of Anxiety"

Contributed by Brian Credille on Jun 16, 2009

This sermon focuses on the problem of anxiety and how believer’s can face it and overcome it.

"A Night of Anxiety" Genesis 32:24-30 INTRODUCTION What does anxiety do in a person’s life? 1. It does not rid tomorrow of it’s sorrow, but it does rob today of it’s strength. 2. It does no keep you from experiencing evil, but it makes you incapable of coping with it when it comes. 3. It does ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 32:24-30

Denomination: Baptist

The High Cost Of Being Too Busy

Contributed by Johnny Carver on Feb 28, 2004

This message urges each one of us to take a look at our priorities. Are we at peace with God and our self?

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:35 – 43 Title: “The High Cost of Being Too Busy” Introduction: Ahab inherited the kingship over Israel when his father died. Ahab’s name is associated with evil royalty because of the way he lived. Ahab married Jezebel who was even more wicked than him. Ahab set up altars for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 20:35-43

Denomination: Pentecostal

Build Your Spiritual Muscles

Contributed by Bart Leger on Feb 2, 2005

This study can give us the principles for becoming stronger in the faith and building our spiritual muscles

- Thigh-Master - Bow Flex - Ab-Master Most of us no doubt have heard of these products. You can’t turn on the TV and watch for any length of time without seeing at least one commercial for a fitness product. Do some people believe that if you use their product for just ten minutes a day you will ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:7-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

How To Celebrate Christmas

Contributed by Dr. Keion Parrish on Jun 9, 2007

How to celebrate Christmas

Sermon Scripture: Luke 2:120 How to Celebrate Christmas Introduction: During this season of shopping and entertaining, let’s remember why Christmas is celebrated in the first place. We decorate our homes, send out cards, visit friends, buy presents, and go caroling. Some celebrate a portion of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

All I Want For Christmas Is Peace Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Jan 2, 2018

All I want for Christmas is peace. This message was preaches just prior to serving communion on Christmas Eve.

For the last 4 weeks I have been preaching on the topic: All I want for Christmas is. And then I named a different item each week. By now you must think I can’t make up my mind. First week I said all I want for Christmas is a Savior. I think that is what the OT prophets would have said. Next I ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Choosing Jesus Over Distractions SermonCentral

Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 9, 2023

This sermon explores the challenge of distractions in our pursuit of a relationship with Jesus, using the story of Mary and Martha as a guide.

Are You A Mary or A Martha? Now as they were traveling along, Jesus entered a village and a woman named Martha welcomed Him into her home. She had a sister called Mary, who was seated at the Lord's feet, listening to His word. But Martha was distracted with all her preparations, and she came up to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42

Topics: Distractions, Seeking Jesus

The Surpassing Greatness PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Mar 13, 2024

This sermon explores the transformative power of knowing Christ, prioritizing Him above all else, and finding joy through the Gospel.

Welcome, beloved, to this gathering of hearts and minds united in our pursuit to understand and live out the truths of our faith. We're here to open our ears and our hearts to the wisdom of the ages, the wisdom of the Word, the wisdom of our Lord. We want to penetrate the depths of the Gospel ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:7-11

Topics: Choose Joy, Living A Life Worthy

Removing The Masks Of People, Culture, And Personality

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Aug 25, 2001

REMOVING THE MASKS OF PEOPLE, CULTURE, AND PERSONALITY

REMOVING THE MASKS OF PEOPLE, CULTURE, AND PERSONALITY ``We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.’’ (2 Cor. 10:5) Case Study - One afternoon, one of my seminary students took me to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational