Sermons on Calibrate:

Sermon On A Grateful Heart

Contributed by William Meakin on Nov 5, 2025

Gratitude is considered an effective antidote to complacency.

Germany Kent, a female American journalist and author once remarked: “It's a funny thing about life, once you begin to take note of the things you are grateful for, you begin to lose sight of the things that you lack.” James 4:10 reminds us: “Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:18, John 3:16, Psalm 100:4, Ephesians 5:20

The Holiday Season

Contributed by Lance Bergfield on Dec 27, 2007

Examining ourselves to see if Christ is really the reason we celebrate.

The holiday season Romans 12:2 2And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. One of the biggest obstacles faced by the Christian today is the constant pulling and nudging ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:2

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Doing Justice

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Aug 3, 2020

This is the second in a two-part series on the topic, "Do Justice".

I was probably 9 or 10 when the doorbell rang one day, and answering the door, I recognized the man holding a clipboard as a neighbor, father of a friend of mine. He asked if my dad was home, and in a few moments, Dad came to the door. After exchanging pleasantries, the gentleman informed Dad of ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:8, Amos 5:21-24, Isaiah 1:1-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

The Great Campaigner And Peoples’ Attitude Towards Him

Contributed by Egerton Gbonda on Mar 26, 2011

Jesus' desire to have a private and one-to-one chat with us

The Great Campaigner and Peoples’ Attitude towards Him Introduction I am sure many of you have met a campaigner or a promoter either out there in the community as you go about your private or official business or you may have come their way on the phone- chatting with you; in a bid to ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

Majoring On The Majors Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Mar 16, 2015

Although much of our time is spent on small points of ministry, we must never forget some of the big principles of church life.

Majoring on the Majors (I Timothy 4:9-16) 1. Peter Roussakis is our resident Greek, so I dug up a Greek joke on the internet in honor of him. If you don’t like it, blame it on him. If you do like it, remember, I’m the one who found it. 2. 3 Greeks and 3 Turks are traveling by train ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 4:9-16

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Like Teacher, Like Student

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jun 22, 2020

The full impact and wonder of God's loving grace is the most liberating force on earth. That good news is not always well received.

June 21, 2020 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Matthew 10:24-39; Romans 6:1-11 Like Teacher, Like Student Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. “It’s enough for the disciple to be like the teacher, and the slave like the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-39, Romans 6:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

A Freedom That Lasts

Contributed by Pastor Dempsey Daniels on May 25, 2003

A Freedom That Lasts

A Freedom That Lasts Preached - Friday, June 20, 2003 - June Teen Tent Revival Camden Alabama Scripture: "If the Son therefore shall make you free, ye shall be free indeed." John 8:36 Introduction This evening, I want to talk about "A Freedom That Lasts." The New International Version says "So ...read more

Scripture: John 8:36

Denomination: Baptist

Back To The Basics Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Sep 16, 2003

A topical sermon introducing the series of "loving others". Sincerely loving others is God’s plan for us, no matter how hard it can be.

Romans 12:9 – Back to the Basics Frank was setting up a sundial in his yard when his neighbor Tom asked, “What’s this for?” Frank stopped to explain, “The sun hits that small triangular spike and casts a shadow on the face of the sundial. Then as the sun moves across the sky, the shadow also ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9, Matthew 5:48

Denomination: Baptist

The Good Shepherd

Contributed by Jofrey Bustamante on Oct 7, 2009

The Lord is my Shepherd... I must not lack.

The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me to lie down in green pastures: he leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul: he leads me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Yes, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Entrusted With God's Truth

Contributed by Mark Roper on Apr 15, 2008

We have been entrusted with God’s truth, we are to live it, and proclaim it.

In John 18:38 NIV Pilate asked, "What is truth?” I. There is Worldly Truth Some say Truth is contemplated, like Plato Some say Truth is reasoned, like Aristotle Some say Truth is variable, says the Contextualists Illustration: Bill Clinton; “That depends on what the definition of is, ...read more

Scripture: John 18:38

Denomination: Church Of God

Image And Perception: A Reading From Mark 7:31-37

Contributed by Thomas Samuel on Dec 22, 2006

The communicated images need both hearing and speaking aid in order to translate the composition of image and perception from one to the other.

The world was shocked by the assassination of Mr. Lakshman Kadirgamar, the Foreign Minister of Sri Lanka. The media carried the news of Mr. Kadirgamar as “a hero of our times, who waged a relentless struggle against terrorism in all its forms, despite continues threats to his life; a national ...read more

Scripture: Mark 7:31-37

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rhythm Series

Contributed by Antonio Silveira on Feb 25, 2012

God has a rhythm. Everything has a rhythm. The universe has a rhythm. The planets in our solar system have a rhythm. The earth has a rhythm. The seas have a rhythm. The four seasons have a rhythm. Our bodies have a rhythm. Our heart has a rhythm.

We talked about Times, Seasons. Last week we learned about “Tempo” and today I would like to teach this message about Rhythm. God has a rhythm. Everything has a rhythm. The universe has a rhythm. The planets in our solar system have a rhythm. The earth has a rhythm. The seas have a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

Learning To Dance Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 22, 2017

A message on the Holy Spirit and His role in our lives

Learning to Dance Theme: Showing the importance of the Holy Spirit in our lives. Text: John 16:7 – 14 Opening Illustration and notes from Max Lucado. A Gentle Thunder - Hearing God Through the Storm (Kindle Locations 731-754). Kindle Edition. Let’s imagine that you want to learn to dance. Being ...read more

Scripture: John 16:7-14

Denomination: Church Of God

Smyrna, The Church Of Faith Series

Contributed by David Jenkins on Oct 21, 2004

Smyrna, the church of faith

Smyrna: The Church of Faith Revelation 2:8-10, "To the angel of the church in Smyrna write: These are the words of him who is the First and the Last, who died and came to life again. I know your afflictions and your poverty-yet you are rich! I know the slander of those who say they are Jews and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:8-11

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Finishing Strong Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Nov 25, 2010

We are called to finish the race, and it takes endurance. We need to be (1) prepared for the struggles that will come, and (2) focus our attention on Jesus. Ministry flows out of a love relationship with Christ. Our vision of Him will enable us to fini

[Some of the thoughts in this sermon are taken from Max Lucado’s book Just Like Jesus.] Let’s learn about endurance today. We want to finish strong, not just starting well. I don’t always finish what I start. Chances are I am not alone. • We have unfinished tasks lying around - like a book ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible